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Swiss Car Theft Hits New Highs: Crime Up 14%
Switzerland witnessed a significant 14% uptick in criminal activities last year, with vehicle-related thefts hitting a new high since 2009.
ATM Explosions: Another in Lucerne This Morning – 10 People Evacuated
A string of ATM explosions rattles Swiss villages, with Ruswil and Kuttigen facing brazen heists.
Sunday, March 24 – Weekly Roundup
Skyguide faces a storm of challenges while Switzerland intensifies deportation flights.
Avalanche in Graubünden Claims Lives
A tragic avalanche near Klosters, Graubünden, claims two lives, marking the season's 14th casualties in the area.
Is Swiss Real Estate in a Bubble? New Data Analysis
The Swiss real estate market: A year of nuanced shifts amid changing interest rates, new data suggests the market might be cooling off.
Fire At Asylum Center in Aarau: Resident Burned It
A resident ignited a blaze at an Aarau asylum shelter, prompting an emergency evacuation of 70 people.
Switzerland’s Economy Boasts CHF 61 Billion Surplus
Switzerland's economy demonstrates resilience with a CHF 61 billion current account surplus in 2023.
SNB Surprise Interest Rate Cuts: Experts Proved Wrong
In a surprising move, the SNB lowers its key interest rate amid declining inflation and a stronger Swiss franc.
Hail Damage Costs Farm Insurance CHF 30 Million
Swiss agriculture faces a harsh year with CHF 30.8 million in damages due to hail.
Olma Messen St. Gallen AG: Navigating Through Financial Challenges and Growth
Olma Messen St. Gallen AG celebrates a notable operating profit amidst financial challenges, and gearing up for expansion.
Zug Generates Higher Profit Than Budget Last Year
Zug's 2023 state accounts surpass expectations, largely driven by robust corporate tax income.
Ferag and Chinese Firm Geek+ Partner For Robotic Logistics
Ferag APAC collaborates with Geekplus on logistics in Asia-Pacific. Keystone/STEFFEN SCHMIDT Geekplus, a frontrunner in mobile robotics and intelligent logistics solutions, unveiled their latest partnership with Ferag APAC.
UBS: Art Markets in China Are More Stable Than Europe
China's art market exhibits resilience, showing a nuanced shift towards liquidity and collecting amidst evolving consumer behaviours.
Half of Swiss Exports Go To the EU
Trade between the two has reached a staggering CHF 300 billion, highlighting a relationship of mutual dependency.
Zurich to Conduct Cannabis Study with 7500 Participants
A pioneering study in Zurich, engaging 7500 volunteers, aims to shed light on cannabis consumption and inform future regulations.
Sunday, March 17 – Weekly Roundup
From the public's stance on the 13th AHV pension financing to increasing rescue operations for lost hikers and more.
3.5% Electric Cars on Swiss Roads
Electric vehicles are making inroads in Switzerland, with varying adoption rates across cantons.
Aargau Reports Surplus of 119.5 Million Francs for 2023
The Canton of Aargau continues its fiscal success story, boasting a CHF 119.5 million surplus in 2023.

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