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Emiliana Torrini sets old love letters to music on “Miss Flower”
June 19, 2024
A box of old love letters was the catalyst for new songs by Icelandic singer and songwriter Emiliana Torrini.
Regional transport costs to rise by 30 percent by 2030
June 19, 2024
A growing population needs more regional and local transportation. The Association of Public Transport therefore expects additional costs of 30 percent in this area by 2030.
Minister President of Rhineland-Palatinate announces her resignation
June 19, 2024
The Minister President of the German state of Rhineland-Palatinate, Malu Dreyer, has announced her resignation after more than eleven years in office.
Patent Ochsner frontman Büne Huber receives the Prix Suisse 2024
June 19, 2024
Büne Huber from Patent Ochsner is awarded the Prix Suisse 2024. Initiative Schweiz awards him the prize for his achievements and merits as a musician, painter and artist.
Pollinator insects accelerate the evolution of plants
June 19, 2024
Bumblebees accelerate the evolution of plants. In an experiment, plants pollinated by insects adapted more quickly to different soil types than plants that were pollinated by hand, the University of Zurich reported on Wednesday.
Female otter Cleo now lives at Zurich Zoo
June 19, 2024
Female otter Cleo recently moved into Zurich Zoo. Getting to know her conspecific Tom has gone well.
Weather conditions lead to a significant increase in the quantity of berries
June 19, 2024
The weather conditions with prolonged warm temperatures and plenty of moisture have led to a significant increase in the quantity of berries.
Explosion in Nussbaumen AG causes millions in damage
June 19, 2024
The explosion and fire in Nussbaumen AG on Thursday evening caused damage in the single-digit millions, according to initial estimates by the cantonal buildings insurance company.
Federal Council wants to further strengthen the stability of the financial system
June 19, 2024
The Federal Council wants to strengthen transparency and legal certainty in certain regulatory areas of the Financial Market Infrastructure Act.
Federal Council extends the short-time working regime to 18 months
June 19, 2024
Short-time working compensation in Switzerland is being extended from 12 to 18 months.
UN: Bombs used by Israel violate the laws of war
June 19, 2024
According to the UN Human Rights Office, Israel did not pay sufficient attention to the protection of civilians during the Gaza war when using precision-guided bombs.
35-year-old forestry worker killed by tree in Engadin
June 19, 2024
A 35-year-old forestry worker was hit and seriously injured by a tree in Guarda GR in the Engadin on Tuesday.
UBS takes note of Finma decision
June 19, 2024
UBS has "taken note" of Finma's decision to waive competition law requirements. In a statement on Wednesday, the big bank emphasized that, according to Finma, there is no dominant market position that could eliminate effective competition.
ComCo sees indications of a dominant market position on the part of UBS
June 19, 2024
The Competition Commission (ComCo) sees indications of a dominant market position on the part of UBS as a result of the CS takeover.
The majority of Swiss shopping centers will grow in 2023
June 19, 2024
The Swiss shopping center sector recorded higher sales and higher visitor frequency last year.
Assessments of the status of equality vary widely
June 19, 2024
Opinions on the status of equality vary widely depending on gender. In a survey, young men expressed the view that equality in Switzerland had been achieved in almost all areas, while women took exactly the opposite view.
Airbnb integrates Twint as a payment method for Swiss customers
June 19, 2024
Airbnb is expanding its payment methods for Swiss customers. As of (today) Wednesday, they can also pay for their overnight stays with Twint, as Airbnb announced the same day.
Alpiq acquires large battery storage facility in Finland
June 19, 2024
The electricity group Alpiq is acquiring a large battery storage facility in Finland.

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