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Former Economic Captain Rainer E. Gut is Dead.
October 13, 2023
Rainer E. Gut, the former president of Credit Suisse (CS), has passed away at the age of 91.
UN Human Rights Council Adopts Resolution on Death Penalty
October 13, 2023
The Swiss government has achieved a diplomatic success in the United Nations Human Rights Council by helping to pass a resolution on the death penalty.
Summer in Autumn: Temperatures Above the Long-Term Average
October 13, 2023
The current heatwave in Switzerland is coming to an end on Saturday, after a series of summer days with temperatures above 25 degrees.
Federal Police Chief Fears More Weapons for Organized Crime
October 13, 2023
The head of the Swiss Federal Office of Police (Fedpol), Nicoletta della Valle, is concerned about the increasing arming of organised crime after the end of current wars.
Confirmation of Death of Swiss in Hamas Terror Attack
October 13, 2023
On Friday, Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis confirmed that a Swiss citizen was killed in the recent terror attacks on Israel.
Lonza Expands Location in Stein
October 13, 2023
Lonza, a pharmaceutical supplier, is investing in the Swiss location of Stein, near Basel, to build a new filling plant for a biopharmaceutical product manufacturer.
Canton Laboratory Objects to 20 of 29 Lip Care Products
October 13, 2023
When buying lipsticks or lip balms, caution is advised. A recent investigation of 29 lip care products in Basel-Stadt and Aargau revealed that 20 of them had deficiencies.
Police Cancels Two Approved Demonstrations in Basel
October 13, 2023
The Cantonal Police of Basel have revoked the permits for a planned Israel vigil and a pro-Palestine demonstration on Friday afternoon due to security concerns.
St. Gallen Prosecutor’s Office Plans to Interview Abuse Victims
October 13, 2023
The St. Gallen Prosecutor's Office has received reports from several potential victims regarding the alleged abuse at an evangelical private school in Kaltbrunn SG.
Nestlé to Cut 90 of 200 Jobs in Wangen
October 13, 2023
Nestlé Switzerland is restructuring its factory in Wangen, resulting in the reduction of 90 out of 200 jobs by the first half of 2024.
Swiss Bishops Pray for Ceasefire in the Middle East
October 13, 2023
The Swiss Bishops have condemned the radical Islamic Hamas attack on Israel and called for prayer for peace in the Holy Land.
Lonza Creates 115 New Jobs
October 13, 2023
Lonza, a Swiss biotechnology company, has announced plans to build a new filling plant for antibody-based drugs in Stein, Aargau.
86-Year-Old Falls 50 Meters Down a Hillside in Ticino
October 12, 2023
On Thursday, an 86-year-old mushroom collector was seriously injured in a mountain accident in the Swiss municipality of Mugena.
Another 224 Swiss Returned Home by Special Flight
October 12, 2023
The Swiss airline has completed its third special flight from Tel Aviv to Zurich, carrying 212 adults and children and 12 babies.
Swiss Cancels Regular Flights to Tel Aviv Next Week
October 12, 2023
Swiss Airlines has announced that it will be suspending all regular flights to Tel Aviv until Sunday, October 22nd.
Special Flights for Swiss Citizens to Continue
October 12, 2023
The Swiss government is continuing to organise special flights to evacuate Swiss citizens from Israel.
Peace Vigil for the Middle East Conflict Canceled
October 12, 2023
The planned silent Bern vigil for a just peace in Israel/Palestine, scheduled for Friday, has been cancelled due to security concerns.
Fire in the Canton of Geneva Keeps Firefighters Busy
October 12, 2023
On Thursday, a large fire broke out in a silo in Satigny, Switzerland. Approximately six tonnes of sunflower seeds were burned.

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