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Phone bans in schools: why Swiss teachers are sceptical

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This content was published on May 5, 2026 Several cantons have tightened rules on smartphones in schools, although experts warn against simple solutions.

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How Switzerland is responding to a growing elderly prison population

This content was published on May 5, 2026 Many prisons in Switzerland are ill-equipped to cater for elderly inmates. Protection from fellow inmates is also a problem.

A view of Zurich and the Prime Tower on a stormy night

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Will AI secure or shake Swiss prosperity?

This content was published on May 4, 2026 AI may close the productivity gap left by ageing populations, or instead drive mass job losses and reshape global wealth. Which scenario emerges will depend on choices made today.

Riots in the city of Zurich in the aftermath of 1 May

Workplace

Riots erupt in Zurich in May 1 aftermath

This content was published on May 3, 2026 Riots break out in Zurich after May 1 events, causing property damage.

Swiss banks, job offers at a three-year low

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Job offers at Swiss banks hit three-year low in April

This content was published on Apr 30, 2026 Swiss bank job offers dropped to a three-year low in April.

KOF Barometer on the rise, but economic outlook remains subdued

Workplace

Swiss economy shows timid signs of recovery

This content was published on Apr 30, 2026 Swiss economic indicators rose slightly in April but remain below average.

Demographics

Without immigration, the Swiss population would age rapidly

This content was published on Apr 30, 2026 Immigration not only grows Switzerland’s population but slows its ageing – without it, fewer workers and more pensioners would strain pensions and health insurance.

Swiss hotel industry increases turnover last year

Tourism Trends

Swiss hotel industry had a good 2025

This content was published on Apr 30, 2026 Swiss hotels reported strong 2025 demand, with revenue growth driven by higher volume.

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Eight graphs on free movement and the Swiss economy

This content was published on Apr 30, 2026 Since 2002, EU citizens have been able to freely settle and work in Switzerland. What impact has this had on the country’s economy?

Cindy Sherman designs poster for 79th Locarno Film Festival

Culture

Locarno Film Festival reveals poster designed by Cindy Sherman

This content was published on Apr 29, 2026 The American artist plays on her signature themes of masquerade and transformation for the 79th edition of the Locarno Film Festival.

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