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Bernhard Diethelm Defends Against “Media Prejudgment”
Bernhard Diethelm, SVP-Kantonsrat from Vorderthal, Switzerland, gave a ten-minute statement to the media in response to the charges of attempted rape, assault and other crimes brought against him by the Zurich prosecutor's office.
The Federal Council Rejects Export Request for Tanks to Ukraine
The Swiss Federal Council has rejected a request to repair and re-export 96 Leopard 1 AS tanks currently stored in Italy to Ukraine.
Health Professionals Should Maintain Electronic Patient Records
The Swiss Federal Council has proposed a revision of the law on the electronic patient dossier (EPD) to be put out for consultation until October 19th.
The Federal Council Wants Fast Internet for Remote Regions Too
The Swiss government is committed to providing reliable high-speed broadband infrastructure throughout the country, including in rural and disadvantaged areas.
Switzerland Imposes Sanctions for Destabilizing Moldova
The Swiss Federal Council has imposed sanctions against five politicians and business people in connection with the destabilisation of Moldova.
UBS Could Cut Tens of Thousands of Jobs at Credit Suisse
UBS is reportedly planning to cut 35,000 jobs from the recently acquired Credit Suisse, with the first round of cuts expected to take place next month.
Couple Convicted of Election Fraud in Moutier Vote.
A married couple was sentenced to conditional fines for participating in the 2017 referendum on the cantonal change from Moutier to the canton of Jura.
Missing Wanderer Found Dead After 19 Years in Ticino
A wanderer in April discovered a corpse in the Bolle di Magadino in the Swiss canton of Ticino.
Three Media Conferences on Today’s Federal Council Meeting
Today, three media conferences are taking place at the Federal Council meeting. At 13.
The .swiss domain will now also be available to individuals.
From the first half of 2024, people with residence in Switzerland or Swiss citizenship will be able to obtain a domain name with the .
The Federal Council Will Enshrine Measures Against Power Shortage in Law
The Swiss Federal Council has proposed changes to the law to create a power reserve in order to prevent an energy shortage.
Schuttstrom Stops at Brienz – Residents Likely to Return Soon
The residents of the Swiss village of Brienz may soon be able to return to their homes permanently after a massive landslide from a mountain above the village.
The Federal Council Requests More Money for Car Transport Infrastructure.
The Swiss Federal Council has approved an increase in the credit for the car transport services on the Lötschberg, Furka and Vereina tunnels from 60 million to 100 million Swiss Francs.
UBS Increases Interest Rates on Savings Accounts Following Swiss National Bank Decision
Following the Swiss National Bank's (SNB) interest rate increase last week, UBS customers will also see an increase in interest rates.
The Population of Brienz GR Hopes for a Quick Return to the Village
The population of Brienz is hoping for a swift return to their village after a large debris flow occurred in the night of June 16th.
The Federal Council Harmonizes Requirements for High School Maturity
The Swiss Federal Council has approved a revision of the gymnasiale Maturität, the Swiss secondary school graduation exam.
Less Money for Rail Infrastructure Due to Inflation
The Swiss Federal Council has proposed a budget of 15.1 billion Swiss francs for the years 2025 to 2028 for the renovation and operation of the railway infrastructure.
Solar Industry Desperately Seeking Personnel
The photovoltaic industry in Switzerland is growing rapidly, with the installed capacity of solar energy surpassing one gigawatt in 2022.

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