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Olivier Pauchard

Journalist

I'm mainly in charge of translating, proofreading and publishing articles for SWI swissinfo.ch. I also occasionally write press reviews and original articles on "Swiss oddities" - the things that make Switzerland unique. After studying history and religious studies, I began my journalistic career at Radio Fribourg. After a spell in the newsroom at the Swiss Telegraphic Agency, I joined SWI swissinfo.ch in 2000, where I specialised in federal politics and history. I now translate, proofread and produce stories.

Geneva thorny cardoon.

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Swiss oddities

The Geneva cardoon: a vegetable with spine

This content was published on The Geneva cardoon is a thistle-like relative of the globe artichoke. The unusual spiny-leaved vegetable is an intrinsic part of festive season in Geneva.

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Swiss oddities

Why the Swiss still like to have cash in hand

This content was published on Cash is losing out to plastic or digital cash in Switzerland, but it’s unlikely that coins and notes will become obsolete.

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Swiss Abroad

Postage stamps celebrate the Swiss Abroad

This content was published on The Swiss Abroad community is the focus of a new series of stamps designed by Swiss youth who live around the world.

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