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Beyond Switzerland’s borders, democracy is coming under increasing pressure. But with gradual decline now as much of a feature as violent coups, it’s not always clear when, or if, it really “ends”.

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How Switzerland supported Nepal in its long road to peace

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Between Sichuan, Paris and Zurich: clashes of identity, family taboos and the housing crisis.

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Nestlé has a rich history in China. The group, which opened its first office in Shanghai in 1908, provided the blueprint for western companies looking to expand in the country.

How Nestlé’s pioneering China business fell into disarray

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Two dead in Stadler tram derailment in Milan

Two dead in Stadler tram derailment in Milan

This content was published on Feb 28, 2026 Two people died and several others were injured in a tram accident in Milan on Friday afternoon. The derailed tram was manufactured by Swiss firm Stadler Rail.

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Switzerland has slightly reduced its embassy staff in Iran

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Swiss embassy in Iran remains operational but with reduced staff

This content was published on Feb 28, 2026 The Swiss embassy staff has been reduced from 14 to 10 people in recent days.

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German government advises against travelling to Israel

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Swiss government advises against travelling to Israel

This content was published on Feb 28, 2026 Following the escalation in the Middle East on Saturday night, the Swiss government advises against travelling to Israel.

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A FINMA probe found serious systemic deficiencies at the bank

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‘Money laundering’ Swiss MBaer bank shut down

This content was published on Feb 27, 2026 Swiss regulator investigates four people as it shuts down bank for "serious systemic deficiencies".

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Aargau government rejects general ban on headscarves in schools

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Swiss canton rejects school headscarf ban

This content was published on Feb 27, 2026 Aargau rejects blanket ban on headscarves and other religious symbols in primary schools.

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Bern study shows the influence of humans on dogs' brains

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Swiss study shows the influence of humans on dogs’ brains

This content was published on Feb 27, 2026 Humans significantly shape dog brains through domestication.

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Fraud worth millions: Federal prosecutor's office indicts ex-SBB employee

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Ex-Swiss railway manager charged with multi-million franc fraud

This content was published on Feb 27, 2026 State-owned railway company was defrauded of at least CHF5 million, prosecutors allege.

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Crans-Montana bar owner lawyers condemn ‘lies’

This content was published on Feb 27, 2026 Lawyers defending bar owners vow to "fight for the truth" in the face of "lies".

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Swiss Re posts significantly higher profit and buys back shares

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Insurer Swiss Re posts significantly higher profits

This content was published on Feb 27, 2026 Reinsurer Swiss Re posts annual profits of $4.8bn, up from $3.2bn in 2024.

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The Swiss economy rebounded slightly at the end of last year

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Swiss economy rebounded slightly Q4 2025

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