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Glaciers & permafrost

Fibre optics on glaciers open new frontiers for natural disaster predictions

Researchers in Switzerland have tested the use of fibre optics on several Alpine glaciers (picture shows the Rhone Glacier).

The fibre-optic cables we use to surf the Internet and make phone calls could help us predict a landslide or the collapse of a glacier.

By Luigi Jorio

Climate solutions

Why do Swiss mountains collapse? It’s complicated

By Luigi Jorio

The Swiss glacier monitoring network GLAMOS (pictured carrying out measurements on the Pers Glacier in southeastern Switzerland) is among the oldest in the world.

Climate solutions

Why the Swiss are leading efforts to track melting glaciers

By Luigi Jorio

The Mutthorn Hut, located between Kandersteg and Lauterbrunnen in canton Bern, is one of 60 mountain huts affected by thawing permafrost.

Climate solutions

Melting permafrost threatens mountain regions. What can be done?

By Simon Bradley

Sandoz board chair ‘convinced that common sense will ultimately prevail’ on US pharma tariffs

This content was published on Jun 28, 2025 In an exclusive interview with Swissinfo, Gilbert Ghostine, Sandoz Chair says he remains optimistic despite looming tariff hikes.

Mennonite movement turns 500 in Zurich, where it all began

This content was published on Jun 28, 2025 On its 500th anniversary, the worldwide Mennonite movement remembers its Swiss roots.

Vincenzo de Bellis photographed at this year's Art Basel in Basel

Art Basel expands to Qatar despite the drums of war in the Middle East

This content was published on Jun 27, 2025 Art Basel will launch its first Qatar fair in 2026, led by the Italian curator Vincenzo de Bellis, with ambitious plans for the Middle East and North Africa region.

A Lockheed Martin F-35A fighter jet is pictured during a test and evaluation day at the Swiss Army airbase, in Payerne, Switzerland, Friday, June 7, 2019. (KEYSTONE/Peter Klaunzer)

The Week in Switzerland

This content was published on Jun 28, 2025 Welcome to our selection of the most important – and most interesting – stories from Switzerland over the past seven days.

Consular protection: more and more elderly Swiss are dying abroad

This content was published on Jun 27, 2025 The number of Swiss nationals travelling and living abroad is increasing resulting in more and more consular protection cases.

Deep-sea mining: has Trump unleashed a scramble for the seabed?

This content was published on Jun 26, 2025 By forging ahead with deep-sea mining, the US is bypassing the UN and creating a diplomatic storm – with a Swiss firm at the centre.

Asylum in Switzerland: the most important figures at a glance

This content was published on Jun 25, 2025 Who comes and who is allowed to stay? A series of graphics illustrating the most important developments in Switzerland.

Geopolitics

Art Basel expands to Qatar despite the drums of war in the Middle East

Deep-sea mining: has Trump unleashed a scramble for the seabed?

Asylum in Switzerland: the most important figures at a glance

Patrick Chappatte: ‘The path for satire has been getting narrower’

As conflict escalates, international institutions and agreements are being pulled down

War, peace, and cake: the world in 2025

Behind the scenes: how impactful is Switzerland’s support for political prisoners?

The Swiss want more cooperation with NATO

Yenish men, pictured in 1958 on a pitch in Zurich.

Slow justice for Europe’s travelling people

Cultural activists and members of civil society are painting on a local bus as they are staging a song march for victims who were killed during the recent nationwide student protests over quotas in government jobs, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on July 30, 2024. (Photo by Ahmed Salahuddin/NurPhoto) (Photo by Ahmed Salahuddin / NurPhoto / NurPhoto via AFP)

Switzerland withdraws from democracy support in Bangladesh

Italy’s referendum flop sends a warning to the left

The terms of the new agreement gives the US Securities and Exchange Commission direct access to client information from Swiss firms.

US and Switzerland end stalemate over client information

Getting humanitarian aid in Gaza is chaotic and dangerous

Inside Geneva: the failed militarization of humanitarian relief in Gaza

Switzerland mulls stronger ties with European defence structures

How does your country prepare for and respond to natural disasters?

Taiwanese honor guards hold a Taiwan flag at Liberty Square, amid a surge of domestic COVID-19 cases and the rising Taiwan-China tensions, in Taipei, Taiwan, 23 May 2021.

Fifty years of hurt: Taiwan struggles for Geneva role

Middle East crisis

University of Bern stops Amnesty International's Palestine panel discussion

University of Bern stops Amnesty’s Palestine panel discussion

This content was published on Jun 28, 2025 Amnesty International’s planned Palestine panel discussion at the University of Bern has been cancelled.

Swiss embassy in Israel fully operational again

This content was published on Jun 25, 2025 The staff have resumed work in Tel Aviv, Ambassador Simon Geissbühler announced on X on Wednesday.

Between 10,000 and 20,000 demonstrators in solidarity with Gaza in Berne

Thousands march in Bern calling for Gaza ceasefire

This content was published on Jun 22, 2025 More than 10,000 people – or up to 20,000, according to organisers – marched through central Bern on Saturday afternoon in support for Gaza.

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Switzerland ‘deeply alarmed’ by Middle East escalation

This content was published on Jun 22, 2025 Switzerland has voiced serious concern over rising tensions in the Middle East, and the UN chief says he is ‘alarmed’ by US strikes on Iran.

Europeans call on Iran to negotiate with Washington

Geneva nuclear talks: European ministers urge Iran to reopen dialogue with US

This content was published on Jun 21, 2025 Friday’s talks in Geneva showed openness to dialogue, but Iran ruled out talks while Israeli strikes continue.

Iranian ambassador leaves Tehran: embassy closed

Swiss ambassador to Iran leaves conflict-hit country

This content was published on Jun 20, 2025 The Swiss ambassador to Iran left Tehran on Thursday night.

SIG President praises Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis

Jewish communities federation praises Swiss foreign minister Cassis

This content was published on Jun 20, 2025 Swiss Federation of Jewish Communities president praises embattled foreign minister Ignazio Cassis as doing “a very good job”.

UN investigators consider Gaza Foundation "scandalous

UN investigators blast Gaza Humanitarian Foundation over civilian deaths

This content was published on Jun 19, 2025 UN investigators criticise Gaza Humanitarian Foundation’s US ties and call for justice over deaths at aid sites.

Iran summons Swiss ambassador over Trump statements

This content was published on Jun 19, 2025 Iran summons Swiss ambassador over US President Trump’s statements.

European ministers to hold nuclear talks with Iran in Geneva

This content was published on Jun 19, 2025 European ministers are set to hold nuclear talks with Iran in Geneva.

Tehran promises to "respond firmly" in the event of a US attack

Iran will respond firmly if US gets directly involved in Israeli strikes, says UN ambassador

This content was published on Jun 18, 2025 Iran says it will respond firmly to the United States if it becomes directly involved in Israel’s military campaign, the Iranian ambassador to the United Nations in Geneva said on Wednesday.

A photo made available by the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) shows rescuers at the site of an airstrike on a residential area in Tehran, Iran, 17 June 2025.

Five Swiss diplomats leave Tehran as Israel-Iran war enters sixth day

This content was published on Jun 18, 2025 Five Swiss diplomats left the Iranian capital with their families by land by their own means on Tuesday, a Swiss foreign ministry spokesperson has confirmed.

ICRC head fears Middle East violence spiralling out of control

This content was published on Jun 16, 2025 Swiss ICRC President of the International Committee fears an uncontrollable Middle East crisis.

The Swiss embassy in Tehran is closed for safety reasons

Swiss embassy in Tehran closes amid air strikes

This content was published on Jun 16, 2025 The Swiss Embassy in Tehran has been closed closed until further notice due to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran.

Israel attacks: Swiss ambassador in Iran summoned by authorities

This content was published on Jun 14, 2025 The ambassador was summoned in the framework of the Swiss protecting power mandate for the US in Iran.

Swiss Abroad

Consular protection: more and more elderly Swiss are dying abroad

How to vote from abroad as a Swiss citizen

Sarah Wyss, Chair of the Finance Committee, in parliament on June 5.

Swiss parliamentary session sets stage for noisy national debates

Isabella Kocum in the new Framing Studio at the National Gallery in London.

With Isabella Kocum, all that glitters really is gold

Velcro: how space race helped Swiss invention catch on

Property in Switzerland is expensive - and the debt burden is also high.

Mortgages in Switzerland: how the system works

Moving abroad made easy

How to vote from abroad as a Swiss citizen

This content was published on Jun 25, 2025 Living outside Switzerland doesn’t mean losing your right to vote. Yet only a small percentage of Swiss citizens living abroad actually cast their ballots. Here’s a short guide on how to vote from abroad.

From CV to interview: how to apply for a job abroad

This content was published on Jun 26, 2025 Applying for jobs in other countries means adjusting to different standards and expectations.

Emigrating with family: what to do if a child doesn’t want to move

This content was published on Jun 26, 2025 New surroundings, new school, new friends – emigration can be a daunting prospect for children. Two experts share their tips.

From emigration to arrival: How to successfully integrate abroad

This content was published on Jun 26, 2025 From culture shock to new friendships: experts share their tips for successful integration and making new friends.

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Tax information when emigrating from Switzerland: what you need to know

This content was published on Jan 7, 2025 Tax liability in Switzerland does not always end at the country’s border – here’s what you should bear in mind when moving abroad.

Voting from abroad: How to register for Swiss elections

This content was published on Oct 16, 2024 Switzerland grants voting rights to its citizens living abroad. If you want to exercise your voting rights, you must first get on the electoral register.

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What you need to know to get a job abroad

This content was published on Feb 5, 2025 Emigrating from Switzerland in search of work in another country? Here is some sound advice.

Emigration and pension benefits: how to save on taxes

This content was published on Jan 28, 2025 Taxes are due when withdrawing pension fund capital. Swiss citizens living abroad may, under certain circumstances, reclaim a portion of these taxes.

What you need to know to get a job abroad

This content was published on Apr 3, 2025 Got a Swiss passport and dreaming of working abroad? We’ll show you how to get started in under 90 seconds – the countdown is on!

Swiss abroad health insurance – what are the options?

This content was published on Jan 6, 2025 Should you take out insurance abroad? Or with a health insurance company in Switzerland? Is that even possible? We explain.

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Emigration: what steps should I take to leave Switzerland?

This content was published on Jan 23, 2025 This article, along with a practical checklist, will guide you step by step through the emigration process – supplemented with further helpful articles and links.

Bringing a pet to Switzerland requires meticulous preparation

This content was published on Feb 13, 2025 Whether visiting Switzerland on holiday or arriving to live permanently, entering the country with a pet involves a number of steps and formalities. Here’s what you need to know.

Bank account for Swiss citizens living abroad

Five things to know about your Swiss bank account before emigrating

This content was published on Dec 23, 2024 Swiss Abroad frequently pay significantly higher fees at Swiss banks than their compatriots in Switzerland. You can find an overview of prices here.

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Moving abroad: a helpful checklist

This content was published on Dec 23, 2024 Planning on emigrating? This checklist including expert tips will guide you through the logistical steps.

Swiss state pensions abroad and what you need to know

This content was published on Apr 8, 2023 How can I claim my state pension abroad? Can I still make voluntary contributions from outside Switzerland? Answers to some FAQs.

Swiss passengers queuing to check in their luggage in a Swiss airport

Culture shock: The four phases of emigration

This content was published on Dec 23, 2024 Moving abroad is an exciting but often challenging experience. Many emigrants experience different phases between culture shock and assimilation.

Everything you need to know to organize your move abroad

This content was published on Apr 28, 2025 Organize your move abroad: everything you need to know in 90 seconds.

Swiss Oddities

Mennonite movement turns 500 in Zurich, where it all began

This content was published on Jun 28, 2025 On its 500th anniversary, the worldwide Mennonite movement remembers its Swiss roots.

Velcro: how space race helped Swiss invention catch on

This content was published on Jun 21, 2025 Swiss engineer George de Mestral patented Velcro in the 1950s. But it had to overcome initial scepticism.

Cats climbing the cat ladders erected on the façade of a house in Bern

What a love of cat ladders says about the Swiss

This content was published on Jun 14, 2025 Visitors to Bern are often surprised by the number and variety of cat ladders snaking their way up houses.

The difficult search for real Swiss cows

This content was published on Jun 7, 2025 Swiss cow breeds have conquered the world but are struggling to survive in their homeland.

Feline felons: The issue with Switzerland’s free-roaming cats

This content was published on Jun 5, 2025 Cats kill millions of birds, frogs and other animals every year in Switzerland.

‘The chalet is the first prefab house in history’

This content was published on May 31, 2025 The chalet first conquered the world – and then Switzerland. So why is it considered a quintessentially Swiss building?

Absinthe: the return of the green fairy

This content was published on May 24, 2025 Absinthe is back in fashion – not only in Switzerland but around the world. We went to the Val-de-Travers, where it all began.

Cross purposes: the unique Swiss flag

This content was published on May 17, 2025 Square and versatile: Switzerland’s unusual national flag has a fascinating history.

The seven weirdest Swiss votes of all time

This content was published on May 10, 2025 Absinthe, car-free Sundays and cow horns: Swiss voters have certainly had to decide on some unusual issues.

Why the Swiss still like to have cash in hand

This content was published on May 3, 2025 Cash is losing out to plastic or digital cash in Switzerland, but it’s unlikely that coins and notes will become obsolete.

The Böögg, Switzerland’s exploding psychic snowman

This content was published on Apr 26, 2025 The Böögg is an exploding snowman with a famed ability to predict the weather. But how accurate is he?

Montreux has long been a magnet for Freddie fans

Don’t stop me now: Freddie Mercury and Montreux

This content was published on Apr 19, 2025 A growing number of fans flock to the Swiss town of Montreux every year in search of a Freddie Mercury experience.

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The SWIplus app: your connection to Switzerland

Discover the brand new SWIplus app – specifically for the Swiss Abroad.

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Join the debate on “dialogue”

This content was published on Feb 10, 2025 Read selected articles from across Switzerland and discuss current issues with people living in Switzerland and fellow Swiss Abroad in our debates.

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Switzerland: How To

How do you dispose of rubbish in Switzerland? What are the visa requirements? It’s all here.

Train vs plane: would you take a direct train between London and Geneva?

Eurostar is planning to run direct trains from Britain to Germany and Switzerland from the early 2030s. Would you favour the train over the plane? If not, why not?

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What you didn’t know about psychiatry and Switzerland

How to vote from abroad as a Swiss citizen

Swiss Reddit study on fake news stirs ethics debate

Feline felons: The issue with Switzerland’s free-roaming cats

Human rights lawyer Luz Marina Monzón Cifuentes in Bern.

A call for ‘the courage to keep fighting for peace’ in Colombia

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How a Swiss fund helps Global South artists connect with rest of the world

The Swiss mega-project to transport freight underground

The Swiss militia principle – what’s it all about?

‘Collegiality’ – a concept at the heart of Swiss governance

Everything you need to know to organize your move abroad

Artificial intelligence explained

Freddie Mercury's former personal assistant speaks about the star's relationship with the town of Montreux.

Why Freddie Mercury hated then loved Montreux

How Swiss federalism emerged and shapes the nation

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Truth or tale: does Switzerland send its unusable old cars to Africa?

What you need to know to get a job abroad

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Opinion

Climate scientist: overhyped carbon removal risks delaying urgent climate action

This content was published on Jun 26, 2025 Misrepresenting the potential of carbon dioxide removal technologies like direct air capture risks undermining global efforts to decarbonise, says climate scientist James Kerry.

Saving lives in the shadow of melting giants

This content was published on Jun 25, 2025 As climate change threatens the Himalayas, Switzerland brings its Alpine disaster prevention expertise to India.

Patrick Chappatte: ‘The path for satire has been getting narrower’

This content was published on Jun 24, 2025 Patrick Chappatte is one of the most prolific cartoonists. We talked to him about the current state of satire, media and free speech in the world.

Swiss parliamentary session sets stage for noisy national debates

This content was published on Jun 23, 2025 The summer session of parliament drew to a close last week. What’s clear is that political debate in Switzerland is picking up again. Parliamentarians focused on several key upcoming people’s initiatives.

2025 – a dizzying, momentous year so far

This content was published on Jun 24, 2025 2025 has so far been a rough year for multilateralism and the UN in general. Do we still have reason for hope? Yes, some, say Inside Geneva’s guests.

War, peace, and cake: the world in 2025

This content was published on Jun 24, 2025 The Inside Geneva podcast hears from journalists covering an escalating list of global conflicts.

With Isabella Kocum, all that glitters really is gold

This content was published on Jun 22, 2025 Isabella Kocum works in London as a gilder at the National Gallery and is an artist in her own right. But originally she had other plans.

Velcro: how space race helped Swiss invention catch on

This content was published on Jun 21, 2025 Swiss engineer George de Mestral patented Velcro in the 1950s. But it had to overcome initial scepticism.

What a love of cat ladders says about the Swiss

This content was published on Jun 14, 2025 Visitors to Bern are often surprised by the number and variety of cat ladders snaking their way up houses.

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Dubai chocolate trend leaves Swiss chocolatiers competing for pistachios

This content was published on Jun 12, 2025 The TikTok-fuelled popularity of Dubai chocolate has prompted Swiss chocolate companies to develop their own versions, spiking demand for pistachios.

Self-portrait of Claudia Andujar in the Yanomami territory, 1974.

Claudia Andujar – from war trauma to defending Amazon communities

This content was published on Jun 12, 2025 Explore Claudia Andujar’s art and activism for Amazon communities. Discover her impact on indigenous rights.

In Blatten, in the Lötschental valley in Valais, an estimated nine million cubic metres of ice, mud and rock crashed down a nearby mountain on May 28, wiping out the village. The few houses that remained intact were later flooded.

Blatten: what price for preserving Swiss mountain life?

This content was published on Jun 11, 2025 Swiss debates on preserving Alpine life have intensified following the Blatten glacier collapse. Discover the discussion shaping mountain village futures.

Flat-hunting in Switzerland’s cheapest and most expensive municipalities

This content was published on Jun 8, 2025 The town of Le Locle in the Jura and the municipality of Kilchberg on Lake Zurich are 2.5 hours’ drive apart – and thousands of francs per square metre.

In Focus

Switzerland: the land of cooperatives

The cooperative business model not only permeates the Swiss economy, but also forms the roots of its politics.

Why melting glaciers affect us all

Alpine glaciers could disappear by the end of the century. The consequences will be felt not only in the Swiss Alps but all over the planet.

Need a diplomatic messenger? Switzerland is eager to help

Swiss diplomacy has a long-standing tradition of trying to talk to all sides “to build trust”. 

How Switzerland is managing foreign aid at a time of global upheaval

Switzerland, like other rich nations, is grappling with a shrinking foreign aid budget, as the war in Ukraine forces a reset in its priorities.

Moldova: A small neutral country at the crossroads between the EU and Russia

Switzerland is committed to democracy education and the integration of Ukrainians in Moldova.

What does the future hold for Swiss neutrality?

Switzerland is grappling with a key question: should it follow a path of openness or isolationism?

Sister republics: Switzerland and the US

The US and Switzerland were known as “sister republics”. Explore the links that still bind these two very dissimilar countries.

Swiss federal votes on September 22, 2024

Biodiversity and pensions are on the agenda for the federal votes on September 22.

Taiwan: a model democracy

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Swiss federal votes on June 9

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Federal votes on March 3, 2024

Pension reform is once again at the heart of Swiss politics. On March 3, voters will decide on two people’s initiatives from opposing camps.

The key ingredients of the Swiss financial sector

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Sportswashing the World Cup from Geneva

This three-part investigation shows the lengths to which Qatar went to whitewash its reputation and the role Geneva played in this marketing stunt.

The ethics of artificial intelligence

The challenges are immense for Switzerland, which is one of the leading developers of artificial intelligence (AI).

Important members of the Swiss-Kosovan diaspora

Kosovo in Switzerland, Switzerland in Kosovo

The two small mountain countries are linked by a dense network of relationships: political, economic, historical, but above all human.

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One against the other: zero-sum thinking can be found on both the political left and right

This content was published on Jun 3, 2025 A study from the University of Basel shows that zero-sum thinking can be found among supporters of both left-wing and right-wing parties.

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Almost half of Swiss citizens are open to holding political office

This content was published on May 20, 2025 Would you consider holding political office? Nearly half of Swiss citizens would, according to a study by the University of Basel.

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How are you, Switzerland? Let us know in our 2025 survey

This content was published on May 15, 2025 We want to hear more about our readers’ daily concerns and thoughts on major issues. Take part in our survey and share your views!

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Honesty over success: the true values of the Swiss population

This content was published on May 12, 2025 Is honesty more important for a satisfied life than success? Yes, according to a major survey by the Swiss Broadcasting Corporation.

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Swiss army funds sovereign satellite network scheme

This content was published on May 5, 2025 Swiss defence ministry funds domestic satellites with eye on sovereign communications network.

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Who will be the next Swiss government minister?

This content was published on Mar 6, 2025 The vote to decide Viola Amherd’s successor in the Federal Council – Martin Pfister or Markus Ritter – is set for March 12, but the ‘dialogue’ community appears to have already made up its mind.

Are the super-rich a threat to democracy?

This content was published on Feb 20, 2025 A non-representative survey reveals that approximately nine out of ten users (87%) of the “dialogue” community perceive the super-rich as a threat to democracy.

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Is the job of Swiss government minister too complex and ‘politically exposed’?

This content was published on Feb 5, 2025 The position of Swiss government minister seems to have lost its shine – that is according to a non-representative survey of the Swiss Broadcasting Corporation (SBC)’s “dialogue” community.

Are young women and men in Switzerland drifting apart?

This content was published on Feb 3, 2025 Political views of young women and men are drifting apart – a phenomenon that can be observed around the world.

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Are initiatives to combat gender-based violence having an impact?

This content was published on Nov 29, 2024 Authorities and civil society are looking for ways to deal with gender-based violence. Are these initiatives having an impact? Join the discussion.

The Swiss have embraced AI at record speed

This content was published on Nov 21, 2024 A new study shows that half of the Swiss population uses AI but the technology is also increasing digital inequality.

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Most Swiss doubt politicians’ ability to deal with climate change

This content was published on Nov 18, 2024 Two-thirds of Swiss believe global warming is a serious problem. However, only about a third thinks Swiss politicians can take sufficient measures on the issue.

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Poll finds over half of Swiss residents don’t believe in God

This content was published on Nov 15, 2024 More than half of people in Switzerland who took part in a recent survey say they do not believe in God.

Hard drugs: does prohibition sometimes do more harm than good?

This content was published on Nov 1, 2024 How can the growing consumption of crack cocaine in Switzerland be tackled? And what support can be provided to addicts? Join in the discussion!

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Fighting paedophile crime: What is the right balance between prevention and punishment?

This content was published on Oct 25, 2024 To fight paedophilia-related crimes, vigilante justice can take on a radical form. Fair or foul?

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Cost-of-living crisis: only a minority of Swiss say they feel the pinch

This content was published on Oct 24, 2024 Around one-third of Swiss residents and the Swiss Abroad say their financial situation is a strain, while four out of five believe the wealth gap in Switzerland is too wide, a new survey shows.

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New Swiss tobacco law: are minors sufficiently protected?

This content was published on Oct 3, 2024 Are minors in Switzerland sufficiently protected from the risks of tobacco consumption? Join the multilingual debate on “dialogue”!

Hunting: where two visions of nature clash

This content was published on Sep 19, 2024 It’s the hunting season again in Switzerland. Hunting is a well-established tradition in rural and mountain regions in Switzerland, but it also sparks criticism.

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Poll: Swiss are fed up with social media

This content was published on Sep 12, 2024 According to the latest figures, social media is being used less. One of the reasons: the platforms are no longer truly social.

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Poll: Switzerland is rather sceptical about the future

This content was published on Sep 5, 2024 Overall, people in Switzerland and the Swiss Abroad are doing well. But they are more pessimistic about the future than they were a year ago.