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Long-term fixed-rate mortgages in demand in the third quarter
October 9, 2024
Conditions for fixed-rate mortgages have continued to improve significantly in Switzerland.
Switzerland elected to the UN Human Rights Council for three years
October 9, 2024
Switzerland will return to the United Nations Human Rights Council as a member from next January until the end of 2027.
Canton Valais may now shoot four wolf packs after all
October 9, 2024
In Valais, four of the current eleven wolf packs can now be removed after all. Following an initial rejection of a cull application for the Hérens-Mandelon pack, the Federal Office for the Environment (FOEN) has approved a supplementary application from the canton.
Former hurricane “Kirk” brings wind and rain to Switzerland
October 9, 2024
During the night to Thursday and on Thursday itself, strong winds and heavy rain are likely to blow in Switzerland.
Federal Council favors clearer liability rules for freight transport
October 9, 2024
Clearer rules are needed for liability for damage in rail freight transport. The Federal Council is prepared to implement the demands submitted in light of the derailment of a freight train in the Gotthard Base Tunnel.
Award winners’ method turns life science research on its head
October 9, 2024
The researchers who have been awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry have revolutionized the way life science research is conducted with their protein research based on artificial intelligence.
Orban visit sparks political boxing match in EU Parliament
October 9, 2024
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and several MEPs had a heated exchange of blows with Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbans in the European Parliament.
Almost all cantons must respond to corn rootworm infestations
October 9, 2024
In 23 cantons, at least partial measures to contain the corn rootworm will apply next year.
Jans: “I will set different priorities in future”
October 9, 2024
Federal Councillor Beat Jans has responded to accusations by a National Council committee that he does not provide enough information on asylum dossiers and is too often absent from committee meetings.
Courier arrested at Zurich airport with 20 kilograms of ketamine
October 9, 2024
The Zurich cantonal police arrested a 23-year-old woman with 20 kilograms of ketamine at Zurich Airport on Tuesday morning.
Federal Council approves additional funding for demining in Ukraine
October 9, 2024
The Swiss Confederation is supporting humanitarian demining in Ukraine with a further CHF 30 million.
Exhibition in Milan heralds the start of the Tinguely anniversary celebrations
October 9, 2024
On May 22, 2025, the Swiss machine artist Jean Tinguely would have celebrated his 100th birthday.
Two fake police officers arrested in Valais
October 9, 2024
The Valais police arrested two people on Tuesday on suspicion of fraud. They are suspected of having posed as police officers.
Expansion of support services for victims of sexual and domestic violence
October 9, 2024
The Federal Council wants to expand the support services for victims of sexual and domestic violence.
Future Federal Council aircraft to be delivered at the end of the year
October 9, 2024
The federal government will receive a new Federal Council aircraft next December.
Swiss artist Ugo Rondinone at the Belvedere in Vienna
October 9, 2024
The artist Ugo Rondinone from Brunnen SZ has donated his minimalist sculpture "arched landscape" to the Belvedere Museum in Vienna.
Bern and Berlin swap delivery date for weapons system for Ukraine
October 9, 2024
Switzerland will receive a delivery of ordered anti-tank guided missiles one year later than planned and therefore not until 2026.
Hurricane “Milton” fuels the spread of fake news
October 9, 2024
Before the arrival of hurricane "Milton", rumors flourish in the affected areas that hinder relief efforts.

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