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SWISS PRESS PHOTO AWARD 2019 Stefan Bohrer named Swiss press photographer of the year

Stefan Bohrer has been chosen as Swiss press photographer of the year by the Reinhardt von Graffenried Foundation.

This content was published on April 25, 2019 2:34 PM Apr 25, 2019 - 14:34

Opinion Switzerland needs tax and pension reforms ‘to remain attractive’

The reforms are necessary to ensure Switzerland’s leading position as a research, tax and business location, Petra Gössi argues.

By Petra Gössi, president of the Radical-Liberal Party

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Opinion Tax reform will ‘hurt middle class and slash public revenue’

The reform reinforces harmful competition between cantons and states, while reducing public revenues, argues Regula Rytz.

By Regula Rytz, president of the Green Party

Foreign minister abroad Oldest Swiss school in South America gets ministerial visit

Foreign Affairs Minister Ignazio Cassis has hailed education ties as he visited the country’s Swiss school abroad, the Colegio Suizo, in Chile.

This content was published on April 25, 2019 9:38 AM Apr 25, 2019 - 09:38

Mandatory reserves Why Switzerland stockpiles for possible emergencies

Switzerland still stockpiles large quantities of food, medicines and oil. A look at the reasons, and what's kept on reserve.

By Samuel Jaberg

bank rivalry UBS and Deutsche Bank asset managers in ‘serious’ merger talks

The asset management arms of Deutsche Bank and UBS are in serious talks to merge in a deal that would make it Europe's largest money manager.

This content was published on April 23, 2019 8:21 PM Apr 23, 2019 - 20:21

Chinese visit Why Switzerland and China are courting each other

The Swiss president is in China, where he will sign a memorandum of understanding focusing on finance and trade. What’s in it for both countries?

By Thomas Stephens with input from Kathrin Ammann

Waste management Geneva bans sale of single-use plastic on public land

Starting in 2020, the city of Geneva will prohibit the sale of disposable plastics at events as well as at sales points on public property.

This content was published on April 23, 2019 7:57 AM Apr 23, 2019 - 07:57

Beyond the hype Explained: The technology behind bitcoin and blockchain

To some, it’s a load of hot air. Others see a revolutionary technology that will transform the way we exchange nearly everything of value. So ...

Innovation The blockchain revolution emerges on main street

A blockchain ski resort, new ways of investing in real estate, financing oil shipments and incorporating a company.

By Matthew Allen

Easter Egg production keeps on rising

Although the Swiss eat far fewer eggs than their German and Austrian neighbours, Swiss chickens are no layabouts.

By Alexandra Kohler and Kai Reusser

Week in Numbers Staycations, cross-border shopping and press freedom

Here’s a round-up of some of the most interesting statistics to appear in the past week’s stories.

Festive tailbacks Good Friday, bad Gotthard traffic

Long queues have been reported at the Gotthard tunnel in central Switzerland as holidaymakers head south for the Easter break.

This content was published on April 19, 2019 7:22 PM Apr 19, 2019 - 19:22

Swiss Federal Railways Rail bosses worried over train punctuality

Swiss Federal Railways has set up a taskforce to look into train punctuality - currently 90.1% - after it slipped slightly last year.

This content was published on April 19, 2019 3:10 PM Apr 19, 2019 - 15:10

NGO investigation Syngenta slammed for hazardous pesticide profits

A UN representative is demanding action following reports that Swiss crop science company Syngenta is selling highly hazardous pesticides abroad.

This content was published on April 17, 2019 2:52 PM Apr 17, 2019 - 14:52

House of Switzerland Swiss to launch charm initiative in China

The government plans to launch a major promotion campaign in China ahead of and during the 2022 Winter Olympics and Winter Paralympic Games.

This content was published on April 17, 2019 2:21 PM Apr 17, 2019 - 14:21

In pictures Orell Füssli – the 500-year-old Swiss printer

The Swiss printing house that started out producing Bibles half a millennium ago now makes its money from... making money.

Mobile communications Swisscom forges ahead with 5G amid safety fears

Telecoms operator Swisscom has gone live with its 5G fifth-generation mobile communications.

This content was published on April 17, 2019 11:03 AM Apr 17, 2019 - 11:03

fair price? Generic drugs remain twice as expensive in Switzerland

Drug prices in Switzerland remain higher than in other major European markets, especially when it comes to generic drugs, which are twice as ...

This content was published on April 16, 2019 5:41 PM Apr 16, 2019 - 17:41

Consumer spending trends Study reveals Greater Geneva cross-border shopping imbalance

Geneva residents spend three times more than French shoppers during cross-border trips, according to a new survey.

This content was published on April 16, 2019 11:42 AM Apr 16, 2019 - 11:42

Increased shareholding Credit Suisse to take controlling stake in its Chinese joint venture

The Swiss bank has agreed with Founder Securities to increase its shareholding in its Beijing-based Credit Suisse Founder Securities joint venture. 

This content was published on April 15, 2019 3:24 PM Apr 15, 2019 - 15:24