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EDU and Lega representatives also in the SVP parliamentary group in the new legislature
November 4, 2023
The representatives of the Federal Democratic Union (EDU) and the Lega dei Ticinesi will continue to join the SVP parliamentary group in the next parliamentary term.
Potato producers expect harvest decline of 30 percent
November 4, 2023
The potato harvest is likely to be very poor this year. Producers are expecting a decline of around a third compared to previous years.
SP examination committee approves all six candidates for nomination
November 4, 2023
The SP Switzerland's independent examination committee approves all six SP candidates for nomination to succeed Federal Councillor Alain Berset.
Confederation warns of strong winds in parts of the Alps and the Jura
November 4, 2023
The federal government is warning of strong winds in parts of the Alps and the Jura on its natural hazards portal.
Lucky winner hits Euro Millions jackpot with 30 million francs
November 4, 2023
A lucky player won 30.19 million francs in the lottery on Friday. The Euro Millions jackpot was won with the numbers 8, 21, 31, 39 and 47 as well as the stars 5 and 9.
Globus co-owner René Benko apparently withdraws from Signa
November 4, 2023
Austrian investor René Benko is about to step down as Chairman of the Advisory Board of Signa Holding.
NGO alliance ICAN launches popular initiative to ban nuclear weapons
November 4, 2023
Switzerland should join the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons, as Parliament called for five years ago.
SVP nominates Goumaz and Lüchinger for the election of the Federal Chancellor
November 4, 2023
The SVP is laying claim to the seat of resigning Federal Chancellor Walter Thurnherr.
Federal and cantonal asylum situation remains tense
November 3, 2023
The situation in the federal and cantonal asylum system remains tense and the number of beds is scarce.
SVP nominates two candidates to succeed Walter Thurnherr
November 3, 2023
The SVP is laying claim to the seat of Federal Chancellor. On Friday, its parliamentary group decided on a two-person ticket for the election of the Federal Chancellor on December 13.
Berninastrasse remains closed for the time being
November 3, 2023
The Bernina road remains closed for the time being for safety reasons following rockfalls.
Rösti emphasizes importance of French gas supplies in Paris
November 3, 2023
At a meeting with his French counterpart Agnès Pannier-Runacher in Paris on Friday, Energy Minister Albert Rösti emphasized the importance of the French gas market for Switzerland.
Prix Média 2023 for the history of iodine in table salt
November 3, 2023
The Swiss Academies of Arts and Sciences honored Jonah Goodman with the Prix Média 2023 for his article "Wie drei Landärzte die Schweiz vom Kropf erlösten" (How three country doctors saved Switzerland from goitre).
Asian hornet reaches Valais
November 3, 2023
An Asian hornet was spotted near Torgon VS at the end of October. This is the first time that this introduced invasive species has been detected in Valais.
UBS/CS merger: Competition Commission comments to Finma
November 3, 2023
The Competition Commission (ComCo) has concluded its investigation into the takeover of the major bank CS by its competitor UBS.
Globus co-owner René Benko to withdraw from Signa
November 3, 2023
Austrian investor Rene Benko is about to step down as Chairman of the Advisory Board of Signa Holding.
Globus co-owner René Benko will withdraw from Signa
November 3, 2023
Austrian investor Rene Benko is about to step down as Chairman of the Advisory Board of Signa Holding.
Only one Green wants to become a Federal Councillor
November 3, 2023
Gerhard Andrey remains the only Green candidate for the Federal Council elections.

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