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Approximately 80 Percent of Electricity Comes from Renewable Sources
September 7, 2023
In Switzerland, 79% of the electricity from sockets in 2022 was from renewable energy sources, a decrease of 1% compared to the previous year.
The Swiss Labor Market Remains in Robust Condition
September 7, 2023
The Swiss labour market remains robust despite signs of an economic slowdown. The unemployment rate rose slightly in August due to seasonal effects, but companies are still struggling to fill vacancies with suitable personnel.
Federal Councillor Amherd is new on Instagram.
September 7, 2023
Defense Minister Viola Amherd has joined Instagram. On Thursday, the Federal Councillor offered an insight into her daily life in Bern, on business trips or at appearances on her department's channel for Defense, Civil Protection and Sport.
Swiss Science Prizes for Biologists and Physicists
September 7, 2023
The Swiss National Fund has announced the recipients of the 2023 Marcel Benoist and Latsis Prizes.
Unemployment Rate Increases to 2.0 Percent
September 7, 2023
In August, the number of unemployed people in Switzerland increased slightly. The unemployment rate rose from 1.
Unemployment Rate Increases in August to Low Levels
September 7, 2023
The Swiss labour market remains in good condition, however the number of unemployed people increased slightly in August.
The Train Disruption in the Upper Basel Region Has Been Resolved
September 6, 2023
The disruption to the railway line between Basel and Olten in the Oberbaselbiet region on Wednesday evening has been resolved.
Landslide between Tenero and Locarno TI
September 6, 2023
Between Tenero and Locarno TI, an earthslide occurred during the night of Thursday.
The Oberbaselbiet Region Cut Off from Rail Traffic
September 6, 2023
On Wednesday evening, the Oberbaselbiet region was cut off from railway traffic due to a cable fault that occurred during construction work at the Liestal BL railway station.
Researchers Discover New Cell Type in the Brain
September 6, 2023
Swiss brain researchers have discovered a new type of cell. This discovery has overturned the field of neuroscience, according to the University of Lausanne.
Head-to-Head Race Between CDU and FDP for Third Place
September 6, 2023
For the first time in the history of the Swiss Confederation, the Mitte party has joined forces with its predecessor, the CVP, to form an alliance with the Freisinnigen.
2500 Year Old Wooden Boat Found in Neuchâtel Lake
September 6, 2023
A 2500-year-old dugout canoe made of oak from the Iron Age has been discovered in the Neuenburgersee near Grandson VD.
Car wrecks are dismantled in the Gotthard Base Tunnel.
September 6, 2023
On August 10th, a freight train derailed in the Gotthard Base Tunnel, and it is expected to take until the end of September to fully recover the wreckage.
Wallis Population Decides on Store Opening Hours
September 6, 2023
In the canton of Valais, the people will have the final say on changes to store opening hours.
The Federal Council Regulates Exceptions to Obligations in Film Funding
September 6, 2023
The Swiss Federal Council has passed the regulations for the "Lex Netflix" which will come into effect in January 2024.
Zurich Film Festival Honors Geneva Producer
September 6, 2023
At this year's Zurich Film Festival (ZFF), Michel Merkt will receive the Career Achievement Award.
Swiss Travel Agencies Are Doing as Much Business as Before Corona
September 6, 2023
The Swiss travel industry has recovered from the shock of the coronavirus pandemic.
Cantons Must Apply Amended Civil Procedure Rules from 2025
September 6, 2023
The Swiss Federal Council has decided to implement the revisions to the Civil Procedure Code (ZPO) on 1 January 2025, giving the cantons and other stakeholders sufficient time to prepare for the changes.

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