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Swiss Teachers’ Association advises against prominent religious symbols

The Swiss government has rejected calls for a ban on headscarves in schools arguing that such a measure would violate the constitution, particularly protections for freedom of religion and personal rights.

This content was published on Apr 26, 2026 The Swiss Teachers’ Association (LCH) is recommending that teachers refrain from wearing prominent religious symbols, such as headscarves, according to a new position paper.

Increase in reported cases of racism, particularly at school

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Racial discrimination cases in Switzerland remain high in 2025

This content was published on Apr 26, 2026 Switzerland recorded 1,245 cases of racial discrimination in 2025, a 3% increase on the previous year, according to a new report.

Nine arrests in the Netherlands after ATM attacks

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Nine arrested in Netherlands over Europe-wide ATM attacks

This content was published on Apr 25, 2026 An international police operation has led to the arrest of nine suspects in the Netherlands in connection with a wave of explosive attacks on cash machines across Europe, including several in Switzerland.

Office of the Attorney General conducts proceedings against base jumper at Äscher AI

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Swiss prosecutors pursue illegal base jump near Alps guesthouse

This content was published on Apr 24, 2026 A man who jumped with a parachute from a rock face near the Äscher mountain guesthouse in eastern Switzerland last summer faces charges after his case was referred to the Office of the Attorney General of Switzerland.

VD: Valérie Dittli actually signed a secret agreement

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Inquiry reveals deal to drop criminal complaint against Vaud minister

This content was published on Apr 24, 2026 Vaud minister Valérie Dittli concluded an agreement to have a criminal complaint against her withdrawn, an investigation has revealed.

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Former Swiss president honoured for advancing women’s rights

This content was published on Apr 24, 2026 Former Swiss President Ruth Dreifuss was honoured in Bern on Thursday for her decisive role in advancing women’s rights in Switzerland.

Geneva civil servants angry at cost-cutting measures

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Geneva civil servants march against planned budget cuts

This content was published on Apr 24, 2026 Nearly 2,000 people took part in a demonstration in Geneva on Thursday against planned cantonal cost-cutting measures.

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Swiss tax revenues get bump from OECD minimum tax rate

This content was published on Apr 23, 2026 Swiss firms paid a 132% increase in taxes under the new OECD minimum tax according to a recent analysis.

UBS continues to reject the package proposed by the Federal Council

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UBS rejects Swiss government proposal on capital requirements

This content was published on Apr 23, 2026 UBS rejects Swiss government's call for a $20bn capital increase, citing risks to the Swiss economy.

People are carrying out renovation work on drystone walls in the Muota Valley, in the canton of Schwyz, as part of their community service.

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Swiss voters to decide on stricter rules for conscientious objection

This content was published on Apr 20, 2026 The Swiss parliament wants to make it more difficult to switch from military to civilian service. The political left is against the reform. Voters will decide on June 14.

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