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Switzerland’s housing shortage: how bad is it?

This content was published on Apr 29, 2025 With high immigration and not enough new houses and flats being built, Switzerland’s housing shortage is getting worse. Just how severe is the problem?

Zurich burn the winter man at the Sechseläuten

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Average summer: Zurich Böögg explodes after 26 minutes

This content was published on Apr 29, 2025 This summer will be average in Switzerland – at least if you believe the predictive power of the Böögg.

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Natural sounds help combat city noise stress

This content was published on Apr 28, 2025 Researchers have shown for the first time in Switzerland that urban greenery measurably reduces the stress levels of city dwellers.

The Zurich Böögg is ready for its final hour

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The Böögg counts down his final hours in Zurich

This content was published on Apr 28, 2025 After the highlight of Sechseläuten had to be cancelled last year due to the weather, the omens are good this year.

Healthcare costs in Switzerland increased by 2.4 per cent in 2023

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Swiss healthcare costs increased by 2.4% in 2023

This content was published on Apr 28, 2025 Healthcare costs in Switzerland rose by 2.4% in 2023. The Swiss healthcare system thus cost around CHF94 billion ($113 billion).

What are your experiences with housing shortages and rising property prices?

Switzerland is steering towards a housing crisis. Are there solutions?

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Apr 25, 2025

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Living longer: What do you think about the longevity trend?

The longevity market is booming thanks in part to advances in the science of ageing. What do you think of the idea of significantly extending human lifespan?

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Apr 25, 2025

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Men under greater status pressure in gender-equal countries

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Men in Switzerland under pressure to uphold social standing

This content was published on Apr 23, 2025 A study from the University of Bern reveals that men in relatively gender-equal countries face significant pressure to maintain their high social status.

Crossing the border with 30 kilograms of cocaine in the car

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Swiss police arrest two men crossing border with 30 kilos of cocaine

This content was published on Apr 23, 2025 Initial findings by the cantonal public prosecutor’s office suggest the drugs were not intended for the Swiss market.

Funeral of Pope Francis, Keller-Sutter will be there

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Swiss president to attend Pope Francis’s funeral in Rome

This content was published on Apr 23, 2025 Swiss President Karin Keller-Sutter has confirmed on X that she will attend Pope Francis’s funeral on Saturday morning.

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