Lausanne - September 9th is a reminder worldwide of children who were exposed to alcohol during pregnancy. An estimated 1,700 children are born annually in this country with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). For FASD Awareness Day, the Sucht Schweiz Foundation has ...
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Most of us can remember exactly where we were when we heard about the September 11 terror attacks. This type of vivid recollection has been documented for other major world events too. They’re known as flashbulb memories and feel remarkably accurate, yet research suggests they ...
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Vernier/Ostermundigen - At urban intersections, electric cars are significantly quieter than combustion engines. The second phase of Nexus, the joint research project by TCS and Empa, examined real traffic situations in the cities of Fribourg and Zurich. The study results ...
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Zurich/Kathmandu () - Helvetas provides emergency aid after the devastating flash floods and landslides in Nepal. In particularly affected regions, the organisation distributes clothing, hygiene articles, and other relief goods, while preparing additional operations.
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The Burkhalter Group looks back on a successful first half of 2026, with earnings per share up 8.0% compared to the previous year. The outlook for the full year 2026 remains positive. From today's perspective, the management expects to increase earnings per share again in ...
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Primeo Energie has entered into exclusive negotiations with Crédit Agricole Transitions & Énergies, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Crédit Agricole Group, regarding a stake in Primeo Energie France. The planned transaction aims to further develop Primeo Energie's business ...
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Delen Suisse, part of the Delen Private Bank Group, opens a new branch in Zurich. This is the bank's second branch in Switzerland after the opening of the Geneva branch in 1996. With this move, Delen Private Bank strengthens its presence in one of Europe's most significant ...
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Weinfelden - Under the title ‘Said, done. Responsibility that works.’ Lidl Switzerland releases the second edition of its sustainability magazine. The retailer takes readers on a journey behind the scenes of its commitment and shows how sustainability is lived in practice - ...
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Zurich - The Council of States has not even engaged with the federal government's proposal for a so- called contingent liability in the event of a severe earthquake. According to it, all homeowners would have been required to pay a one-time premium recorded in the land ...
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Lucerne - Caritas Switzerland was founded in 1901 to support people in need. Today, it is evident that poverty is far from eradicated. For its anniversary, Caritas calls for decisive action for affected people. To raise public awareness, Caritas will open the exhibition ...
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Vernier/Ostermundigen () - Mobility. For a long time, the TCS was primarily known for its breakdown assistance. Today, Switzerland's largest mobility club offers a wide range of services in mobility, health, and home sectors, unified by the thought of providing assistance.
| Read more about Touring Club Switzerland celebrates 130 years of commitment to assistance and safety |
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