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Why the vote in the Swiss town of Moutier was historic

Police clash with separatist protestors in the streets of Moutier in 1977

This content was published on Jun 20, 2017 It may have been just a local ballot, but it marked a decisive stage in a long-term Swiss territorial conflict.

Swiss supercomputer third fastest in the world

This content was published on Jun 19, 2017 The Swiss supercomputer “Piz Daint”, based in Lugano, has been named as the third most powerful in the world behind two Chinese frontrunners.

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Swiss rail experiments with first-class upgrades

This content was published on Jun 19, 2017 A trial project on Swiss trains has allowed passengers to enjoy cheap upgrades while relieving congestion in crowded carriages.

Novartis chief cools on US after visa crackdown

This content was published on Jun 19, 2017 Novartis has rejected overtures from United States President Donald Trump to increase jobs in the US, citing work visa restrictions as a reason. In a newspaper interview, chief executive Joe Jimenez said Switzerland and Europe were more attractive for the pharmaceutical firm.

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Swiss must raise human rights issues in Astana

This content was published on Jun 19, 2017 Human rights activists are concerned about the mixed messages that may come when Swiss political leaders appear at the Expo 2017 in Kazakhstan.

Switzerland’s last artisanal glassworks

This content was published on Jun 19, 2017 The “Glasi” in Hergiswil is 200 years old and is the only glassworks in Switzerland where the glass is manually shaped and blown. Around twenty master glassmakers produce around one-and-a-half tonnes of material each day. (RTS/swissinfo.ch)

Why Swiss watch repairs are becoming a pain

This content was published on Jun 19, 2017 Even a Swiss-brand watch will not run forever. Nowadays, a minor repair can be very expensive or take months.

New Actelion CEO feels adrenaline rush

This content was published on Jun 18, 2017 The newly appointed CEO of Swiss biotech Actelion says there are no plans to let go of any employees or to downsize.

Modest director of luxury brand Rolex dies

This content was published on Jun 16, 2017 Borer’s death at the beginning of the week was announced by his family on Thursday. He was at the helm of Rolex from 1967 to 2001, during which time the company grew from 150 employees to 2,500. “I’ve simply done my job. Work is our family tradition,” said Borer in 2012 when he was awarded Honorary…

Wolves: welcome or worrying?

This content was published on Jun 16, 2017 Should an area in south-western Switzerland be a predator-free zone? A local initiative wants to eliminate protected species like wolves.

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