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KOF sees Switzerland held back by global economic weakness
March 26, 2024
Economic researchers at ETH Zurich (KOF) believe that the Swiss economy continues to be held back by the weak global economy.
Conditional prison sentence demanded for Schwyz cheese dairy operator
March 26, 2024
The public prosecutor's office in Schwyz has demanded a conditional prison sentence for a former cheese dairy operator for alleged involuntary manslaughter and assault.
Swissmedic warns against illegal fat removal injections
March 26, 2024
Swissmedic warns against the "Lemon Bottle" fat removal syringe. Due to the lack of approval, the preparation is not authorized for sale in Switzerland and may not be used.
Swiss radio-controlled watches have German time
March 26, 2024
Daylight saving time begins on Sunday. At 02:00, all clocks are set forward one hour to 03:00.
No immediate ceasefire in Gaza in sight – The night at a glance
March 26, 2024
The fronts in the Gaza war continue to harden even after the UN Security Council called for an "immediate ceasefire" by resolution.
German Interior Minister announces border controls for the European Football Championships
March 26, 2024
The German Federal Minister of the Interior, Nancy Faeser (SPD), has announced temporary controls at all German borders during the European Football Championships this summer.
Israel rejects UN expert’s report as a disgrace
March 26, 2024
Israel's diplomatic mission to the United Nations in Geneva has described the report of a UN human rights expert on the Gaza war as a disgrace to the Human Rights Council.
SP challenges Bern’s mayor Alec von Graffenried
March 25, 2024
The green mayor of Bern, Alec von Graffenried, will face competition from the red-green camp in the November elections.
Farmers demand fairer prices and more appreciation at protests
March 25, 2024
On Monday evening, hundreds of farmers at various locations in Switzerland called on politicians, administrators and major distributors to show more willingness to engage in dialog and recognition.
Canton of Jura celebrates the 50th anniversary of the independence decision
March 25, 2024
50 years of the canton of Jura: the anniversary of the referendum of June 23, 1974 is being celebrated with events this year.
74-year-old woman is killed by husband in Frauenfeld
March 25, 2024
A 68-year-old man killed his 74-year-old wife in Frauenfeld on Monday morning. The police arrested the Swiss man.
Berset leads the race for the post of Secretary General of the Council of Europe
March 25, 2024
Former Federal Councillor Alain Berset has been recommended for the post of Secretary General of the Council of Europe and is leading the race.
Swiss ambassador: Gaza resolution “a sign of hope”
March 25, 2024
The adoption of a resolution in the UN Security Council for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip is "finally a sign of hope".
Berset remains in the running for the post of Secretary General of the Council of Europe
March 25, 2024
Former Federal Councillor Alain Berset is recommended for the post of Secretary General of the Council of Europe.
Samih Sawiris’ marina project in Isleten UR picks up speed again
March 25, 2024
Egyptian investor Samih Sawiris has redimensioned his marina project planned for Isleten UR.
Criminologist sees increase in aggression in society
March 25, 2024
Criminologist Dirk Baier from the University of Zurich sees growing aggression in Swiss society.
AG High Court sends “cave murderer” to hospital indefinitely
March 25, 2024
On Monday, the High Court of the Canton of Aargau sentenced a 25-year-old man to 19 years and two months' imprisonment for murder and attempted murder.
Old trenches in consultation on partial revision of the Epidemics Act
March 25, 2024
Discrimination against the unvaccinated and submission to the World Health Organization or a welcome sharpening of responsibilities.

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