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This content was published on August 5, 2002 - 17:29

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Church service in Zurich

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Swiss oddities

Mennonite movement turns 500 in Zurich, where it all began

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Switzerland will swelter at the weekend

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Swiss cantons issue heat warnings

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Swiss democracy

Inheritance tax referendum spooks Swiss super-rich

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Swiss banks have never managed as much wealth as now

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Swiss private bank vaults house CHF3.4 trillion

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The additional costs that Switzerland will incur when purchasing the US F-35 fighter jet continue to be a concern.

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Swiss Politics

Renewed controversy in Switzerland over US fighter jets – explained

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Train vs plane: would you take a direct train between London and Geneva?

Eurostar is planning to run direct trains from Britain to Germany and Switzerland from the early 2030s. Would you favour the train over the plane? If not, why not?

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Jun 13, 2025

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How important are common resources in today’s world?

In a globalised world, are collectively-managed land or resources – so-called commons – still relevant?

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Jun 20, 2025

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Would you work for your municipality or country for free?

The Swiss militia system gives many people political responsibility but no salary. Would that be something for your country?

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Apr 24, 2025

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