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Swiss ‘biodiversity initiative’: extreme or essential for protecting nature?

This content was published on Aug 2, 2024 On September 22 the Swiss will vote on a popular initiative which wants more protected natural areas and a boost in funding for biodiversity.

What can be done to protect biodiversity in your country?

Swiss voters decided on September 22 on a people’s initiative calling for better protection of species and ecosystems. How should this be done?

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Aug 2, 2024

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People watch the fireworks during the Swiss National Day celebrations in Nyon on Monday 1 August 2022.

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Swiss National Day: should fireworks for private individuals be banned?

This content was published on Aug 1, 2024 Many Swiss celebrate Swiss National Day on August 1 with fireworks. But the topic is controversial.

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Swiss Diaspora

August 1 special: how Swiss expats embrace “Swissness” abroad

This content was published on Aug 1, 2024 The documentary series "Up and Away" follows three Swiss families who have relocated to Rwanda, Spain, and Germany. How are they adapting to their new lives?

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Switzerland Today

This content was published on Jul 31, 2024 To avoid spending money on expensive hotel rooms, more and more tourists in Lucerne are sleeping in their vehicles in public car parks. Is this legal?

‘We’ll take the time we need’ with EU negotiations, says top Swiss trade diplomat

This content was published on Jul 31, 2024 ‘Time pressure is the number one trap in any negotiation,’ warns Helene Budliger Artieda regarding negotiations with the EU.

Swiss Diaspora

Amherd to the Swiss Abroad on August 1: ‘You shape the image of Switzerland’

This content was published on Jul 31, 2024 National Day address from the President of the Swiss Confederation Viola Amherd to Swiss Abroad.

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Switzerland Today

This content was published on Jul 30, 2024 Covid vaccine shortages, electric car recycling, mountaineering death and invasive pests.

Swiss National Day badge for 2024 shows the way

This content was published on Jul 30, 2024 Pro Patria's badge for this year's August 1 celebrations takes the form of a signpost, honouring the Swiss people's favourite pastime.

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Human trafficking cases on the rise in Switzerland

This content was published on Jul 30, 2024 Last year, the Swiss platform against human trafficking recorded 197 victims which is 11% more than in 2022.

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