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SUVs are becoming increasingly popular in Switzerland
November 21, 2024
More than every second new car registered in Switzerland last year was an SUV. This is causing increasing problems for cities in particular.
Swiss Lotto jackpot of 36.68 million francs won
November 20, 2024
The jackpot of 36.68 francs was won in Wednesday's Swiss Lotto draw. The six correct numbers were 4, 6, 7, 10, 29 and 34, and the lucky number was 3.
Brienz GR could be relocated to Tiefencastel and Alvaneu
November 20, 2024
The Grisons village of Brienz GR, which was once again evacuated due to a rock avalanche, could be relocated to Tiefencastel GR and Alvaneu GR.
Federal Council does not want to ban paid signature collections
November 20, 2024
The Federal Council continues to oppose a ban on paid signature collections for initiatives and referendums.
Federal field shooting attracts over 135,000 people
November 20, 2024
The federal field shooting competition attracted over 135,000 shooters. This was the best result since 2009.
Crans Montana attracts investors after takeover by Vail Resort
November 20, 2024
Crans Montana has become the focus of investors following its takeover by the American ski resort operator Vail Resort.
Eva Wildi-Cortés becomes the new head of the Federal Office of Police
November 20, 2024
Eva Wildi-Cortés will be the new head of the Federal Office of Police (Fedpol) from February 1, 2025.
Federal Council relies on treaty as basis for Ukraine aid
November 20, 2024
Swiss support for the reconstruction of Ukraine is to be regulated by an international treaty.
Stahl Gerlafingen refrains from layoffs for the time being
November 20, 2024
Stahl Gerlafingen in the canton of Solothurn has decided not to cut 120 jobs for the time being.
Children’s rights ombudsman advises 1000 children and young people
November 20, 2024
The Children's Rights Ombudsperson's Office, founded in 2021, had advised 1002 children and young people in 709 cases by the end of 2023.
Declaration obligation instead of import ban for foie gras
November 20, 2024
The Federal Council rejects the popular initiative "Yes to a ban on foie gras imports" without a counter-proposal.
Switzerland takes part in NATO crisis management exercise
November 20, 2024
Switzerland is taking part in a NATO military alliance exercise on crisis management.
Swiss hotel industry with more overnight stays in October
November 20, 2024
The Swiss hotel industry recorded more overnight stays again in October. After a decline in September, the tide has turned again thanks to additional guests from abroad.
First measures of the energy management decree come into force
November 20, 2024
The Act on a Secure Electricity Supply from Renewable Energy Sources, or the Energy Package Decree for short, was clearly approved at the ballot box in June.
Brussels wants to take action against possible tax fraud in Switzerland
November 20, 2024
The European Commission wants to use new instruments to combat possible tax fraud by EU citizens in Switzerland.
In Hefenhofen TG, the horse owner’s farm is evicted
November 20, 2024
The farm of the horse dealer from Hefenhofen, who made headlines in 2017 for alleged animal cruelty, was evicted on Wednesday, according to the police.
Federal Council wants trials with electronic signature collections
November 20, 2024
The Federal Council wants to enable limited, practical trials with the electronic collection of signatures for referendums.
Michael Kinzer will be the new Director of Pro Helvetia from July 2025
November 20, 2024
Michael Kinzer will be the new Director of the Swiss Arts Council Pro Helvetia from July 1, 2025.

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