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Swiss find missing pages in “book of life”

This content was published on Jun 14, 2007 An in-depth three-year examination of the human DNA “book of life” has turned basic biology concepts upside-down and could rewrite conventional wisdom regarding some causes of disease, according to the scientists. Three hundred researchers from 80 organisations in 11 countries teamed up to share notes on one per cent of the human genome, our complete…

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Central bank tightens the reins once more

This content was published on Jun 14, 2007 The rate increase is a sign the central bank is still concerned with the risk of inflation caused by buoyant Swiss economic growth and the current weakness of the franc. At a news conference in Bern on Thursday, the SNB said it had increased the target band for the three-month Swiss franc Libor (London Interbank…

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SMEs shown path to overseas success

This content was published on Jun 13, 2007 However, many smaller companies are put off by a misguided perception of high costs and risks that could be avoided if they shaped their strategies to take advantage of their unique strengths. Roughly half of Swiss SMEs export abroad and only five to seven per cent have production, research or another form of direct presence…

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Does masculinity fit in with women’s rights?

This content was published on Jun 13, 2007 But as participants heard, understanding male behaviour and thinking – until recently a neglected area in the development and gender debate – is crucial, especially in decision-making and domestic violence issues. Gender equality has been termed a transversal issue for the SDC, which means both women and men should be involved in all aspects of…

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National sausage loses its skin

This content was published on Jun 13, 2007 Cervelat is as familiar to Swiss cuisine as Gruyère cheese or Rösti, and can be eaten both raw and cooked. But its versatility depends on the skin made from the now-banned Brazilian cow intestines. Switzerland joined a European Union block on imports of certain Brazilian beef products on April 1 last year as the South…

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New biotech patent law gets green light

This content was published on Jun 12, 2007 Monday’s decision in the Senate was in line with that taken by the House of Representatives last year, leading critics to say that the new legislation was a victory for the pharmaceutical industry. The revised law was approved by 27 votes in favour and none against, with seven abstentions. Discussions in the Senate focused on…

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Basel becomes the capital of contemporary art

This content was published on Jun 12, 2007 The 38th annual event is set to highlight the robust health of the art market, driven by the booming economy and stock market performance. With 300 galleries displaying the work of around 2,000 artists, Basel is the show not to be missed for all those involved or interested in the world of contemporary art. The…

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Phone providers have public’s number

This content was published on Jun 11, 2007 The poll, commissioned by Switzerland’s leading telephone providers, said 86 per cent of the adult population now owned a mobile phone. Around 80 per cent of those surveyed said practical benefits were the main reason they owned a phone, and that the electronic device had become less of a status symbol over the years. The…

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Mental problems burden disability insurance

This content was published on Jun 11, 2007 Politicians disagree over the reasons for the phenomenon, while experts blame it on harmful stress-inducing changes in society and more pressure at the workplace. Voters will decide next Sunday on a planned reform of the disability scheme aimed at cutting costs and rescuing it from the brink of financial collapse. Officials say the number of…

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