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Switzerland wants to strengthen democracies worldwide
September 25, 2024
Only 30 percent of the world's population live in a democracy. According to Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis, Switzerland therefore wants to strengthen democracies worldwide based on its own positive experiences.
Amherd promotes inclusive peace work
September 25, 2024
According to President Viola Amherd, peace work must become more inclusive. Women make an important contribution to peace solutions.
Prison and custody for main defendant in Geneva murder case
September 25, 2024
On Wednesday, the Geneva Criminal Court sentenced the main defendant to 16 years and 10 months imprisonment with subsequent custody for murder in an underground parking garage in the Charmilles district.
Cassis positions Switzerland as a mediator at the UN
September 25, 2024
Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis positions Switzerland as a mediator at the 79th UN General Assembly.
Railroad bridge between Sierre and Chippis to be dismantled
September 25, 2024
The railroad bridge between Sierre and Chippis is dismantled. The dismantling serves as a measure to prevent the Rhone from overflowing.
National Council backs individual taxes in principle
September 25, 2024
Every person in Switzerland should submit their own tax return and pay their own taxes, regardless of their marital status.
Wave of outrage in France over the killing of a student
September 25, 2024
There is great outrage in France following the killing of a Parisian student. The 19-year-old was killed on Friday lunchtime in a green area near her university.
National Council still wants to completely abolish imputed rental value
September 25, 2024
The National Council also wants to abolish the imputed rental value for second homes.
Swiss companies sign European AI pact
September 25, 2024
Over a hundred companies have signed the EU pact for artificial intelligence. Swiss companies have also voluntarily committed to the regulations.
Second edition of Let’s Doc! with 90 documentaries
September 25, 2024
For the second time, the French-speaking Swiss association Ciné-Doc is organizing the national documentary film festival Let's Doc! From November 1 to 30, more than 90 films will be shown at over 130 locations throughout Switzerland.
Rail traffic between Romont and Fribourg interrupted
September 25, 2024
Rail traffic between Romont and Fribourg was interrupted on Wednesday afternoon due to a damaged overhead line.
Thurgau government again budgets a deficit
September 25, 2024
The Thurgau government has presented a budget for 2025 with an expenditure surplus of CHF 15.
Baselland with a deficit for the 2025 budget and savings plans
September 25, 2024
The canton of Basel-Landschaft is expecting a deficit of 62 million francs for the 2025 budget.
Thousands flee from Lebanon to Syria
September 25, 2024
According to the UN, the heavy Israeli attacks in Lebanon are driving thousands of people to flee to Syria.
The Federal Chancellery says goodbye to Mastodon
September 25, 2024
After a one-year pilot test, the Federal Chancellery is saying goodbye to the Mastodon social platform.
Neuchâtel expects a surplus of almost 30 million francs in 2025
September 25, 2024
The canton of Neuchâtel is expecting a surplus of CHF 29.9 million for 2025. This result should make it possible to pay off one percent of the government deficit and at the same time secure the self-financing of a comprehensive investment package.
No boom in sight: Swiss economy only recovering slowly
September 25, 2024
According to economic researchers at ETH Zurich (KOF), the economic recovery in Switzerland is proceeding more slowly than hoped.
Self-esteem increases satisfaction with sexual experiences
September 25, 2024
Self-confident people have more and better sex. A long-term study by the Universities of Zurich and Utrecht shows that people with higher self-esteem feel more satisfied with their sexual experiences.

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