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Several anti-Semitic attacks in Zurich at the weekend
December 10, 2024
There were several anti-Semitic incidents in Zurich last weekend. Jewish people were physically attacked or verbally harassed.
Syria to be led by transitional government
December 10, 2024
Syria is preparing for a change of power following the fall of long-term ruler Bashar al-Assad.
Masks do not affect infants’ attention according to study
December 10, 2024
Even when their mother or father is wearing a face mask, young children still have enough visual and emotional cues to communicate and interact with their caregivers.
Swiss Steel takes note of the National Council’s commitment
December 10, 2024
Lucerne-based steelmaker Swiss Steel appreciates the National Council's commitment to the economically ailing steel and aluminum production companies in Switzerland.
Price increases dampen demand on the housing market
December 10, 2024
There has been a slight easing on the Swiss housing market. This is not due to an increase in supply, but to a price increase and the resulting dampening of demand.
There is to be a fair play pledge at the ESC in Basel
December 10, 2024
The ESC in Malmö was overshadowed by tensions, chaos and demonstrations. This is set to change in Basel next year.
Human intervention changes tree species diversity in tropical forests
December 10, 2024
An international research team involving the University of Bern has shown that man-made interventions in tropical forests are changing the diversity of tree species.
Central Swiss politicians travel to Bern for Lucerne underground station
December 10, 2024
Representatives of the governments and parliaments of Lucerne, Obwalden and Nidwalden left on Tuesday at 3 p.
Bishop Bonnemain of Chur fights for church members on the phone
December 10, 2024
On Tuesday, the Bishop of Chur, Joseph Maria Bonnemain, personally spoke out against the increasing number of people leaving the church.
Swiss airports carry significantly more passengers in summer
December 10, 2024
The three national airports handled significantly more passengers in the summer half of 2024 than in the previous year.
UN: Sharp rise in refugee numbers to South Sudan
December 10, 2024
According to the UN refugee agency UNHCR, more and more people are fleeing to South Sudan in the face of increasing fighting in Sudan.
Previous cancer increases the risk of secondary tumors
December 10, 2024
People with a previous cancer have an increased risk of developing a second tumor.
IATA: End of the liquid limit in hand luggage in sight
December 10, 2024
The limit on liquids in hand luggage on airplanes could soon be lifted. This is the assumption of Willie Walsh, head of the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
Flying is likely to become more expensive in 2025
December 10, 2024
Flying is likely to become more expensive in the coming year. This is the assumption of the airlines' umbrella organization IATA.
Confederation wants less aircraft noise at night at Zurich Airport
December 10, 2024
The Federal Office of Civil Aviation has drawn up measures to reduce night-time noise at Zurich Airport.
Council of States opposes standardized cantonal health insurance funds
December 10, 2024
The Council of States opposes the creation of a legal basis for cantonal, public single-payer health insurance funds, despite opposition from the left-wing Green Party.
Madonna and Child by Anthonis Van Dyck discovered in Ticino
December 10, 2024
A painting by the Flemish Baroque painter Anthonis van Dyck (1599-1641) has resurfaced in Ticino.
National Council does not want to hold owners of freight wagons liable
December 10, 2024
Following the derailment of a freight train in the Gotthard Base Tunnel in August 2023, the National Council has narrowly rejected a proposal to revise the risk liability of freight wagon owners.

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