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Countries and cities with record numbers of tourists
August 26, 2024
"Tourists go home": Anti-tourist demonstrations are causing a stir in Spain. Without wanting to minimize the problems there: Other vacation destinations have the most tourists per capita.
Lukas Hartmann turns 80: Stories about history
August 26, 2024
In his wide-ranging work, Lukas Hartmann has developed his very own, committed and contemporary take on the historical novel.
Lack of skilled workers prevents German lessons for migrants
August 26, 2024
According to the Swiss Association for Continuing Education (SVEB), the shortage of skilled workers in Switzerland is also affecting language courses for migrants.
Swiss people only feel old from the age of 80
August 26, 2024
Senior citizens feel old later today. The subjective perception of "old age" has increased from an average of 69 years in the 1990s to around 80 years, the Federal Statistical Office announced on Monday.
Questions and answers on the biodiversity initiative
August 26, 2024
On September 22, the people and cantons will vote on the popular initiative "For the future of our nature and landscape (biodiversity initiative)".
Swiss parahotel industry with fewer guests in the second quarter too
August 26, 2024
The Swiss parahotel industry received fewer guests in the second quarter. A good two thirds of guests in vacation apartments, campsites and collective accommodation came from Switzerland.
Popular toys record children’s data
August 26, 2024
Certain toys do not adequately protect children's privacy. According to a study by the University of Basel, many so-called smart toys such as the "Toniebox" collect extensive behavioral data from children, as the university announced on Monday.
Employment situation remains positive in the second quarter
August 26, 2024
The employment situation in Switzerland remains good. There are fewer vacancies than a year ago in both industry and the service sector.
Campaign launched against online sexual offenses against minors
August 26, 2024
On Monday, the organization Child Protection Switzerland launched a campaign against sexual offences against children and young people in the virtual world.
Unia: Gap between highest and lowest wages is widening
August 26, 2024
Last year, Switzerland's top managers earned on average 143 times more than their employees with the lowest salaries.
Winegrower in Sion on trial for misuse of AOC label
August 26, 2024
A Valais winegrower will stand trial in Sion on Monday. He is accused of buying hundreds of thousands of liters of foreign wine and selling it under the AOC Valais designation.
Cyclist falls and is seriously injured in Ticino
August 25, 2024
A 49-year-old cyclist suffered serious injuries in a fall in Mendrisio TI on Sunday evening.
Switzerland calls on conflict parties to negotiate
August 25, 2024
Switzerland is calling on the parties to the conflict in the Middle East to begin negotiations on a ceasefire for Gaza.
39-year-old paraglider pilot killed in an accident in Engelberg
August 25, 2024
A 39-year-old paraglider pilot got into difficulties shortly after take-off in Engelberg OW on Saturday and crashed.
Federal Public Prosecutor’s Office takes over Solingen investigation
August 25, 2024
Following the fatal knife attack in Solingen, the Federal Public Prosecutor's Office has taken over the case and is investigating the suspect for murder and suspected membership of the Islamic State (IS) terrorist militia.
Last tender for the winter hydropower reserve before the obligation
August 25, 2024
Switzerland is conducting the last tender for the winter hydropower reserve this summer.
Basel or Geneva? The ESC venue will be announced on Friday
August 25, 2024
Basel or Geneva: Next Friday it will be announced which of the two Swiss cities will host the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) 2025.
Questions and answers on the reform of the second pillar
August 25, 2024
On September 22, the electorate will once again decide on a social policy proposal, namely the reform of occupational benefits insurance.

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