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Council of States wants to hold further asylum debate in committee

Another extraordinary session on the asylum dossier requested by the SVP lasted only a few minutes in the Council of States on Wednesday.

Placement of a baby shortly after birth was permissible

The placement of a baby shortly after its birth was permissible due to the mother's inability to care for the child.

Council of States sinks fund for the appreciation of the Federal Constitution

There will be no fund for democracy and the rule of law in Switzerland to commemorate the first Federal Constitution of 1848.

A new robot maps the softness of different materials

A new robot from Lausanne can precisely imitate the softness of various materials.

Simon Bärtschi takes over journalistic management of Tamedia

Simon Bärtschi is to become the new Head of Journalism at Tamedia. The 54-year-old former editor-in-chief of the "Berner Zeitung" and "BZ/Bund" will take over from Mathias Müller von Blumencron, who has managed the business ad interim for one and a half years and is now handing it over as planned.

Pope after controversial Ukraine statement: War is madness

Following fierce criticism of his statement on raising the "white flag" in the Ukraine war, Pope Francis has not commented on the controversy.

Council of States member Daniel Jositsch to become new fisheries president

Daniel Jositsch, SP member of the Council of States from Zurich, is to become the new Central President of the Swiss Fishing Association (SFV).

Council of States wants to continue to allow exceptions for secondary migration

The Council of States does not want to accept asylum applications from people who have arrived from safe third countries "as a rule".

Parliament wants clarity on national exhibition by 2026

Parliament wants the Federal Council to clarify the project selection for the next national exhibition by summer 2026.

SIX CEO: 1 large IPO would immediately trigger more trading

The stock exchange operator SIX is expecting a recovery in the stock exchange business this year.

SIX CEO: CS takeover by UBS will put pressure on our earnings

Following the takeover of Credit Suisse by UBS, stock exchange operator SIX must fear losing a good portion of its revenue.

Parliament insists on more asylum returns

Parliament is demanding that the Federal Council return and expel more rejected asylum seekers.

Council of States wants financial incentives for efficient asylum enforcement

For the Council of States, the federal government should provide the cantons with financial incentives for efficient enforcement of the Asylum Act.

Russians in Switzerland can also vote for president

Russians in Switzerland can also take part in the presidential election next weekend, in which incumbent Vladimir Putin is seeking re-election.

Parliament doubles duration of Swiss youth vacation

Volunteers involved in youth work in Switzerland will soon be entitled to two weeks of unpaid youth leave instead of just one.

Refugees with protection status S should find it easier to get jobs

Refugees with protection status S should find it easier to get a job in Switzerland.

Swiss Re proposes Geraldine Matchett for the Board of Directors

Geraldine Matchett will be proposed for election to the Board of Directors of reinsurer Swiss Re.

Federal Court hears case of assisted suicide of 86-year-old woman

The Federal Supreme Court is holding a public hearing today, Wednesday, on the case of Pierre Beck, former Vice President of Exit Western Switzerland.

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