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A Wolf Pack Has Formed in the Swiss National Park
September 13, 2023
In the Swiss National Park in Engadin, a wolf pack has been formed for the first time in over a hundred years.
Beznau 2 Reactor Gradually Resumes Operation After Refurbishment
September 13, 2023
The Swiss nuclear safety authority Ensi has given the green light for the restart of Block 2 of the Beznau nuclear power plant in the canton of Aargau.
The National Council Recognizes Snails as Useful Animals
September 13, 2023
The National Council has accepted a motion to recognise snail farming as part of agriculture and to recognise snails as useful animals, with 146 votes in favour and 31 against.
Zurich Justice Brings Former ERZ Director to Court
September 13, 2023
The Zurich State Prosecutor has brought charges against the former director of Waste and Recycling Zurich (ERZ).
National Council Calls for Exploratory Talks on EWR Accession
September 13, 2023
The Swiss National Council has voted in favour of exploratory talks with the European Economic Area (EEA) Council in order to assess the possibility of joining the EEA.
Biella, Federal Folder Manufacturer, Closes Production Facility in Brügg
September 13, 2023
The famous Bundesordner will no longer be produced in Switzerland from next year.
Bishop of Lugano Praises Improvement in Abuse Investigation
September 13, 2023
The Catholic Diocese of Lugano has promised a better handling of abuse cases in the wake of a report released by the University of Zurich on Tuesday.
St. Gallen Bishop Apologizes and Files a Complaint.
September 13, 2023
Bishop Markus Büchel of St. Gallen has responded to the results of a study on sexual abuse in the Catholic Church.
Giving Up Chocolate Could Be Bad for Heart and Brain
September 13, 2023
Eating chocolate may have health benefits, according to a study published in the Swiss Medical Weekly.
The Federal Regulatory Brake is Definitely Off the Table
September 13, 2023
The Swiss Parliament has rejected the proposal for a regulatory brake to ease the burden on companies.
Senate Calls for Swift Action Against Doctor Shortage
September 13, 2023
The Swiss Senate has unanimously passed a motion calling on the Federal Council to take swift action to address the shortage of general practitioners and specialists in certain fields.
Despite Layoffs, UBS and CS Are Still Looking for Staff
September 13, 2023
Despite the ongoing integration of Credit Suisse into UBS and the planned job cuts, both banks are still looking for personnel.
Medicines Receive a QR Code
September 13, 2023
The Swiss National Council and Council of States have both approved a motion to require medication packaging to include a QR code.
The Council of States Leaves the Dispute Over Psychotherapy to the Bargaining Partners
September 13, 2023
The Swiss Ständerat has rejected a motion from the Nationalrat that would have required health insurance companies to pay for services provided by psychotherapists in training.
The Council of States Recommends Rejecting the SP Bonus Relief Initiative
September 13, 2023
The Swiss Council of States has recommended that the people and cantons reject the SP's Prämienentlastungsinitiative, a referendum that would require people to spend no more than 10% of their income on health insurance premiums.
Investigation Against Abbot of Saint-Maurice for Abuse
September 13, 2023
Abbot Jean César Scarcella of St. Maurice has stepped down from his position in the wake of the Catholic Church's abuse scandal.
Parliament to Secure Supply of Donor Blood by Law
September 13, 2023
The Swiss Parliament has passed a law to ensure the supply of blood and blood products to the population.
Zurich Airport Provides Assistance for Limited Mobility
September 13, 2023
The Zurich Airport is taking over responsibility for providing assistance to passengers with reduced mobility from 2025.

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