Economy

Trump promised the ‘world’s lowest’ drug prices. We checked the numbers.

U.S. prices for these drugs have plummeted in recent months, thanks in part to Trump’s deals with the manufacturers.

This content was published on Mar 20, 2026 The TrumpRx website claims to offer the best prices for medications. Here’s where Americans still pay more — and much more.

Basel-Stadt takes positive stock after three years of cannabis dispensing

Demographics

Swiss city draws positive results after three years of controlled cannabis sales

This content was published on Mar 19, 2026 Thanks to the Weed Care pilot project, the inhalation of smoke from joints containing tobacco has fallen significantly, the Basel City health department said.

Agribusiness

Dutch cities are banning meat advertising – will Switzerland follow?

This content was published on Mar 17, 2026 Amsterdam will become the first capital city to introduce a ban on advertising meat products to address climate change. It will be more difficult to implement such a policy in Switzerland.

Would a meat advertising ban cut emissions?

Livestock production accounts for about 12% of global greenhouse gas emissions. This is why Amsterdam is banning meat advertising from May 1, 2026. What are your thoughts on this approach, and should similar measures be considered in other countries?

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Food safety

Baby formula recall in Switzerland: why the delay?

This content was published on Mar 17, 2026 Several infant formula brands have recalled batches since January over traces of a potentially dangerous toxin, raising fresh questions about inspection standards.

Concerned young people seek help from KI

Health systems

More Swiss youth turn to AI for mental health support

This content was published on Mar 16, 2026 More Swiss youth use AI to cope with mental health issues amid rising stress.

Idorsia CEO Gupta resigns - Clozel becomes interim CEO

Healthcare innovation

Swiss pharma firm Idorsia CEO resigns after less than a year

This content was published on Mar 16, 2026 Idorsia CEO resigns after less than a year as search for successor begins.

Climate solutions

Science podcast: Switzerland’s stubborn food waste problem

This content was published on Mar 13, 2026 Discover how household habits influence Swiss food waste and the steps needed to tackle this issue effectively.

The healthcare system takes another step towards digital technology

Health systems

Swiss healthcare takes step towards digitalisation

This content was published on Mar 12, 2026 Swiss House of Representatives have given the greenlight for electronic prescriptions and medication plans.

Pharma supply chains

Lonza sells off its capsules division to British firm

This content was published on Mar 7, 2026 The Swiss firm is selling its capsules and health ingredients business to Lone Star Funds for CHF2.3 billion ($3 billion).

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