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Rockfall on the Axenstrasse in Uri
December 2, 2023
A rockfall or landslide occurred on the Axenstrasse between Flüelen and Sisikon UR early on Saturday morning.
Hermès heir wants to bequeath part of his fortune to a domestic worker
December 1, 2023
A descendant of the founder of the French luxury fashion house Hermès wants to adopt a domestic worker.
Valais gamekeepers shoot first wolf during wolf hunt
December 1, 2023
On the first day of the wolf hunt, gamekeepers in Valais shot a young wolf from the Augstbord pack on Friday.
Trade union federation demands wage compensation and 13th AHV pension
December 1, 2023
At its delegates' meeting, the Swiss Federation of Trade Unions (SGB) gave a mixed assessment of the wage negotiations.
Bürgenstock residences remain subject to the Lex Koller
December 1, 2023
A cantonal permit is required for the sale of the residences on the Bürgenstock NW.
Researchers prove cancer risk of eternity chemicals for humans
December 1, 2023
The two perpetuating chemicals Pfos (perfluorooctane sulfonic acid) and Pfoa (perfluorooctanoic acid) are carcinogenic or at least probably carcinogenic.
Raiffeisen rating of “AA-” confirmed by Standard&Poor’s
December 1, 2023
Standard&Poor's (S&P) has confirmed Raiffeisen's long-term rating of "AA-" with a stable outlook.
Mysteriously massive planet orbits a small star
December 1, 2023
The discovery of a new planet calls theoretical models of planet formation into question.
Woman injured after jumping from the roof of a burning house
December 1, 2023
A 32-year-old woman was injured when she jumped from the roof of a burning house in Wünnewil FR on Friday night.
Berset calls for swift action at UN climate conference
December 1, 2023
In his speech, President Alain Berset described the 28th UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai as a "key moment".
UBS shares rise above CHF 25 for the first time since 2008
December 1, 2023
The shares of the major bank UBS are on the upswing. For the first time in 15 years, the shares are trading above the CHF 25 mark again.
World’s largest iceberg probably heading for the South Atlantic
December 1, 2023
The currently largest iceberg in the world is moving comparatively quickly away from Antarctic waters.
Opinion power of important Swiss media declining, according to study
December 1, 2023
Well-known Swiss media brands and social media platforms such as the TV station SRF 1, "20 Minuten" and Facebook lost a lot of reach and therefore opinion power in the past year.
UN Emergency Relief Office: Gaza Strip once again “hell on earth”
December 1, 2023
The UN emergency aid office OCHA is calling for free access for aid convoys despite the new fighting in the Gaza Strip.
Zurich Airport records more flight movements in November
December 1, 2023
More aircraft took off and landed at Zurich Airport in November than in the same month last year.
Crypto company 21Shares sees more interest from institutional investors
December 1, 2023
The Zug-based crypto company 21Shares is seeing growing interest from institutional investors for investments in Bitcoin and other crypto assets.
Twelve people charged with illegal pornography in Ticino
December 1, 2023
Twelve people have been charged with illegal pornography in Ticino. The five adults and seven minors were arrested during house searches after several tips were received from the Federal Office of Police (fedpol).
Swiss economy struggles to recover after slump
December 1, 2023
The Swiss economic engine continues to stutter. After a slight decline in spring, the local economy struggled to pick itself up again in the summer and is dragging its feet.

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