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Alpine flora blossom in seminal work

This content was published on Aug 3, 2004 The culmination of 40 years’ work, the photographs of Konrad Lauber have been assembled in a huge encyclopaedia – the most complete work of its kind ever published. Weighing in at a hefty 5.5 kilograms, the three-volume “Flora Alpina” is colossal in every sense, boasting 2,600 pages and 6,000 colour photos. Publishers Haupt Verlag describe…

Dentists ensure Olympians keep their smile

This content was published on Aug 3, 2004 René Fasel, a member of the International Olympic Committee, is charged with keeping athletes’ teeth in top form during their stay in Athens. Zurich-based Fasel – who is also head of the International Hockey Federation – will run a clinic in the Olympic village, which is free to all competitors. “It’s amazing. These athletes are…

Space industry wants bigger mission

This content was published on Aug 2, 2004 Firms say their potential is not being fully tapped – a view endorsed by the Swiss Space Office. Swiss companies have been involved in space programmes for more than 30 years, a fact often overlooked when missions blast off to the Moon or Mars. They have built cameras, motors and sensitive instruments which measure the…

Meteorite reveals secrets of the Moon

This content was published on Jul 30, 2004 The 206-gram rock, which contains high levels of radioactive elements, has revealed new information about the Moon. The meteorite, SaU 169, which is named after the discovery site in Oman’s desert region of Sayh al Uhaymir, is unique, according to Edwin Gnos of Bern University’s Institute of Geological Sciences. Although small in size, it has…

Full text of the Swiss president’s speech

This content was published on Jul 30, 2004 Whether adults or children, self-employed or employees, working or retired, each and every one of you day after day weaves invisible yet solid threads between the world and Switzerland. Fellow Swiss abroad, today I would like to thank you for what you do. Your presence abroad is a symbol of globalisation, characterised not only by…

Report calls for end to neglect of autism

This content was published on Jul 30, 2004 The survey found that the authorities were also failing to provide adequate support and advice for parents of autistic children. Autism is a developmental disability that affects the way a person communicates and relates to people around them. Children and adults who suffer from autism usually have difficulties with everyday social interaction and often have…

Authorities sound alarm over low water levels

This content was published on Jul 29, 2004 On Thursday one regional authority in western Switzerland announced a hosepipe ban in a bid to conserve water supplies. The restrictions in canton Fribourg – due to come into force next week – will mainly affect farmers who pump ground water for irrigation. The ban applies to water taken from most of the rivers and…

Modern Olympics mirror those of the past

This content was published on Jul 29, 2004 In the capital, Athens, the Swiss School of Archaeology in Greece (ESAG) is celebrating its 40th anniversary. Director Philippe Ducrey points out the similarities between the old games and the new. “The old sporting competitions were an extension of the rivalries among Greek cities. They were an opportunity to confirm your superiority,” Ducrey says. Using…

Warning sounded on internet drugs

This content was published on Jul 22, 2004 The agency warned that drugs purchased on the internet were often counterfeit and contained the wrong dosage. Up to 40,000 packages of medicine ordered online arrive in Switzerland every year, according to Swissmedic’s head of medical products, Paul Dietschy. He said that many contain sleeping pills and anti-depressants. “We are [also] warning people about information…

Diplomacy is key ingredient in business success

This content was published on Jul 22, 2004 But in today’s globalised world, the ability to steer clear of cultural faux pas is also becoming an essential requirement for business and aid workers. “In Korea you have to be able to hold your drink, in Italy being late is considered normal, and the Americans want to get to the point very quickly,” says…

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