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For a long-time mushrooms were seen as eerie and often associated with witchcraft. Illustration by Franz Wacik.

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History

Mushroom mania

This content was published on Oct 19, 2025 Foraging for mushrooms has become a popular pastime throughout Switzerland. Yet these fascinating organisms were once seen as harmful. How has this fundamental change in their image come about?

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Workplace

Swiss construction workers vote to strike over work hours dispute

This content was published on Oct 16, 2025 More than 20,000 Swiss construction workers have voted in favour of strike action, two labour unions, Unia and Syna, said on Thursday.

German economists expect subdued growth due to US tariffs

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Trade policy

Swiss economists expect slower growth due to US tariffs

This content was published on Oct 16, 2025 The Swiss economy is not gaining momentum, the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs said on Thursday, blaming US President Donald Trump's tariffs.

Zurich Airport, passengers increase again

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Tourism Trends

Zurich Airport sees passenger numbers continue to rise

This content was published on Oct 15, 2025 Zurich Airport passenger numbers rose 3.4% in September, with over 3 million travelers.

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Culture

Recognising Emma Jung’s exploration of the unconscious

This content was published on Oct 12, 2025 As early as 1911, the psychoanalyst and artist Emma Jung feared that she would be overhshadowed by her famous husband. Over a century later, she is being recognised.

The reception area of the Ibis Styles hotel in Geneva sets the tone from the outset.

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Swiss oddities

Welcome to the Geneva hotel devoted to Swiss comics

This content was published on Oct 11, 2025 The art on the walls in the ibis Styles Hotel in Geneva was created by Swiss comic stars. Take a guided tour.

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Demographics

How Switzerland became liberal on abortion – without noticing

This content was published on Oct 11, 2025 From 2027 Swiss health insurers will cover the full cost of abortions. The change passed through parliament almost unnoticed.

From Eurovision to Arthouse: Nemo's debut album

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Culture

Nemo leaps from Eurovision glory to Arthouse ambition

This content was published on Oct 10, 2025 A year and a half after her Eurovision triumph in Malmö (Sweden), Nemo has released her first album, "Arthouse". A personal and ambitious project, it explores the frontier between pop and experimental music.

Chilean artist receives Roswitha Haftmann Prize

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Culture

Chilean artist receives Roswitha Haftmann Prize

This content was published on Oct 9, 2025 Cecilia Vicuña has been awarded the Roswitha Haftmann Prize, endowed with CHF150,000, by the Swiss foundation of the same name.

Fewer primary school teachers will be needed

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Demographics

Switzerland expects lower demand for primary-school teachers

This content was published on Oct 9, 2025 The number of primary school pupils is expected to fall sharply from 2027 onwards, which could lead to a drop in the need for new teachers.

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