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Partnering for Success: Hypothekarbank Lenzburg and Coop Join Forces
October 23, 2023
The Hypothekarbank Lenzburg is partnering with retailer Coop in order to provide customers with access to their Open Banking platform.
Confirmation of European Trend Seen in Financial Times
October 23, 2023
The success of the Swiss People's Party on election day has confirmed the rise of populist parties across Europe, according to the Financial Times of London.
Bridge the City-Country Divide: Linking Urban and Rural Cantons
October 23, 2023
On Sunday's National Council elections, the urban-rural divide was evident: The SVP emerged as the strongest party in 15 cantons - however, it only achieved a majority in three cantonal capitals.
Higher Voter Turnout for a More Male-Dominated National Council
October 23, 2023
On Sunday, 46.6 percent of eligible voters went to the polls for the National Council elections.
Man Accused of Killing Partner Faces Trial in Lucerne
October 23, 2023
A 36-year-old man is due to appear in the Criminal Court of Lucerne today (Monday) to answer charges of murder.
SP Holds Majority of Longest-Serving Members of National Council
October 23, 2023
Five of the six oldest elected members of the National Council are Social Democrats: Bruno Storni (TI), Laurence Fehlmann-Rielle (GE), Martina Munz (SH), Brigitte Crottaz (VD) and Pierre-Alain Fridez (JU) are all 65 years of age or older.
Record Turnout for National Council Elections: 46.6% Voter Participation
October 23, 2023
On Sunday, 46.6 percent of eligible voters went to the polls for the National Council elections.
National Council Becomes More Male-Dominated
October 23, 2023
The proportion of women in the newly elected National Council has decreased compared to the 2019 elections: 77 female politicians were elected to the National Council on Sunday.
The Polling Place Is Not the Sole Deciding Factor for the Election
October 23, 2023
Despite a low ranking on the list, Ernst Wandfluh of the Berner-SVP and Anna Rosenwasser of the SP/ZH both managed to be elected to their respective parties' delegations in the National Council.
Man from Canton Lucerne Kills Partner with 65 Knife Stabs
October 23, 2023
A 36-year-old man from the canton of Lucerne is accused of killing his partner with 65 stab wounds in 2021.
Half of the Polycom Antennas Upgraded for Blue Light
October 23, 2023
The Polycom radio network, used by emergency services across Switzerland, is being upgraded to a new system.
FDP and Greens Lose Ground in Bern Canton as SPS and SVP Make Gains
October 23, 2023
In the canton of Bern, the Swiss People's Party (SVP) and the Social Democratic Party (SP) each won one seat in the National Council, while the Green Party and the Free Democratic Party (FDP) each lost one seat.
FDP and Greens Lose Ground in Bern as SPS and SVP Gain Seats
October 23, 2023
In the canton of Bern, the Swiss People's Party (SVP) and the Social Democratic Party (SP) each won one seat in the National Council, while the Green Party and the Free Democratic Party (FDP) each lost one seat.
SVP Landslide Victory at Expense of Green Parties
October 23, 2023
After suffering a major defeat four years ago, the Swiss People's Party (SVP) has regained two-thirds of the National Council seats it had lost.
National Council Elections: Final Results Announced
October 23, 2023
After the count of all 26 cantons, the Swiss People's Party (SVP) won nine seats, the Social Democratic Party (SP) two, and the Centre one.
Power Dynamics Remain Unchanged in Canton Bern
October 23, 2023
The canton of Bern saw a shift in the balance of power between the left and right-wing parties in the recent elections.
The Draw the Outlander Card Game
October 23, 2023
The Swiss parliamentary elections saw a victory for the right-wing populist Swiss People's Party (SVP).
“The Mirror”: SVP Relies on Anti-Immigrant Slogans.
October 23, 2023
The German magazine Der Spiegel has commented on the recent parliamentary elections in Switzerland, which saw a shift to the right.

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