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Rare solar eclipse draws skywatchers across Switzerland

Large crowds gathered across Switzerland to watch solar eclipse

This content was published on Aug 13, 2026 On Wednesday evening, a rare celestial spectacle could also be observed from Switzerland.

Eclipse: large crowds gathered across Switzerland

Large crowds gathered across Switzerland to watch solar eclipse

This content was published on Aug 13, 2026 Crowds across Switzerland gathered for a rare partial solar eclipse, with peaks and city viewpoints packed.

SpaceX leaves its mark on the Moon, Trump’s odyssey, and scepticism of Fed head

This content was published on Aug 12, 2026 A round-up of US-related news as reported by the Swiss media.

The Federal Council wants to tighten the reins on bank executives

Swiss government wants to rein in bank executives

This content was published on Aug 12, 2026 Proposed stricter rules for large Swiss banks sent out for consultation

Osprey: first nesting in Switzerland in 112 years

First Osprey nesting pair in Switzerland in 112 years

This content was published on Aug 12, 2026 Pair of Ospreys return to nest in Switzerland for the first time in 112 years.

Swiss retail sector grows in the first half of the year

Swiss retail sector grew in first half of year

This content was published on Aug 12, 2026 Swiss retail sales rose in the first half of 2026, with turnover increasing by 2.6%.

Bankruptcies have risen sharply in the first half of the year, partly due to a change in the law

Swiss bankruptcies rose sharply in first half of year

This content was published on Aug 12, 2026 Number of Swiss corporate bankruptcies rose sharply in the first half of 2026, thanks to law change.

Two ski tour guides on trial in Thun over an avalanche accident

Two Swiss ski tour guides on trial over avalanche accident

This content was published on Aug 12, 2026 Trial of two ski tour guides begins in Switzerland three and a half years after a fatal avalanche.

Rare titan arum to bloom tonight at Basel Botanical Garden

‘Rotting flesh’ Titan Arum to bloom at Basel Botanical Garden

This content was published on Aug 12, 2026 Rare Titan Arum due to flower at the University of Basel’s Botanical Garden in Switzerland.

According to Forbes, Federer loses his billionaire status following a slump in his share price

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Federer loses billionaire status as On shoes share price slumps

This content was published on Aug 12, 2026 Federer’s estimated net worth fell to US$949 million after On shares price tumbled.

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