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OECD Birth Rates Drop: Switzerland Included
OECD highlights the halving of birth rates among its member countries since 1960, emphasizing economic and social risks.
Under 15 Crime Spikes Across Switzerland
Swiss juvenile convictions rose by 11% last year, with a significant increase in crimes by under 15-year-olds, according to the Federal Statistical Office.
More Swiss People Are Avoiding The News
More Swiss people are avoiding news, with 36% occasionally tuning out, up three percentage points from last year.
Majority of Swiss People Oppose A Third Gender
Six out of ten Swiss citizens remain against recognizing a third gender in official documents, with notable differences in opinion across genders and political affiliations.
Switzerland Does Not Want To Fight With NATO Stop Asking
The Swiss National Council seeks to prohibit the Swiss Armed Forces from joining NATO exercises, citing concerns over Swiss neutrality.
Women’s Strike Across Switzerland Today
Unions and feminist collectives organize a major women's strike in Switzerland, demanding equal pay, minimum wages, and living pensions.
NGO Demands Federal Action Against Nestlé
Public Eye urges Swiss government to sue Nestlé over excessive sugar in baby food marketed in developing countries, citing unfair practices.
EU Tariffs On Chinese Cars Will Not Be Coming To Switzerland Dealers Say
Swiss car dealers oppose adopting EU punitive tariffs on Chinese electric cars, citing a free trade agreement and Switzerland's neutral trade stance.
Switzerland Wants To Ban Disposable E-Cigarette
Switzerland's National Council advances legislation to prohibit the sale of electronic disposable cigarettes, citing environmental and health concerns.
Marihuana-Legalisierung in Deutschland und die Rechtslage in der Schweiz: Ein Überblick
Die begrenzte Legalisierung von Marihuana in Deutschland hat zu einer Vielzahl von Diskussionen und Veränderungen im gesellschaftlichen und rechtlichen Rahmen geführt.
Swiss Employee Rights Are Falling: “Regular Violations Of Rights”
Switzerland scores poorly in ITUC's index due to inadequate protection against abusive dismissals, highlighting frequent violations of labor rights.
Employees In Switzerland Aren’t Happy And They Aren’t Looking For A Change
Swiss employees are increasingly dissatisfied and emotionally detached from their employers, yet few seek new jobs.
Most Swiss Clothes Are Coming From China: Galaxus
Customers at Galaxus can now see where their clothing originates, with most items coming from China.
Sunday Headlines Today: June 9th
Russian cyberattacks, funding demands for GPs, and the rise in train travel—this and more in Sunday's Swiss news.
Over 6% Of Switzerland Has Done Cocaine: New Addiction Centres & Crack Use On The Rise
The federal government plans new addiction support centers to address the rising crack cocaine problem.
Switzerland and Italy sign tax rules for cross-border commuters
Switzerland and Italy have established permanent tax rules for cross-border commuters working from home.
Switzerland’s Prison Suicide Rate High
Switzerland had a below-average inmate population but faces a high suicide rate in prisons, ranking just below Latvia.
Swiss National Council: Palestine Is Not A State
Swiss National Council votes against recognizing Palestine. Keystone/AP Photo/Jehad Alshrafi The Swiss National Council does not want to recognize Palestine as an independent state.

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