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Hunger is Increasing Again Worldwide
Zurich - The new Global Hunger Index reveals: conflicts, climate crisis, and economic uncertainties are hindering progress in the fight against hunger. Helvetas is co-publisher of the new report and states: No security without food security!
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Pope Leo’s doctors give update on his condition | BBC News
Pope Leo XIV's recovery from surgery to remove a lower lobe of his lung is "progressing as expected", his doctors have said. The 71-year-old pontiff has started to walk and has "resumed a normal diet" following the roughly 90-minute procedure, the medics said in an update ...
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Declining Average Prices for New and Used Cars – New Electric Models and Plug-in Hybrids Gain Interest
The current market analysis by AutoScout24 for the third quarter of 2026 shows declining average listing prices for both new and used cars. With a slightly increased overall supply, individual electric models and plug-in hybrids are registering rising purchase inquiries.
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Costs Under Control: Suva Saves 123 Million Swiss Francs in Treatment Costs
In 2025, Suva reviewed approximately 2.9 million invoices for medical and therapeutic services following accidents and managed to save 123 million Swiss francs. Overall, treatment costs amounted to 1.34 billion Swiss francs—about 6 percent more than the previous year.
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lastminute.com appoints Ludovic Boisseau as new CFO
Amsterdam/Chiasso – lastminute.com N.V. (“lastminute.com”), the European leader in dynamic package holidays, announces the appointment of Ludovic Boisseau as Group CFO, effective 16 November 2026.
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Mastercard Keeps European Payments Running Amid Power and Network Failures
Frankfurt am Main - From early 2027, new Mastercard requirements for offline payments will ensure people across Europe can continue to pay even during power or network outages.
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Sika Acquires Azpects in the UK and Strengthens its Position in an Innovative Growth Segment
Sika has acquired the Azpects Group, a leading UK manufacturer of polymer sands for landscaping. The acquisition offers attractive cross-selling opportunities thanks to the complementary product portfolios and distribution channels of both companies and strengthens Sika's ...
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Alpiq appoints Morgane Trieu Cuot as Head of Trading Division
Lausanne – The Board of Directors of Alpiq has appointed Morgane Trieu Cuot as Head of the Trading Division and a member of the Executive Board, effective January 1, 2027. Since February 2026, she has held the position as Head of the Trading Division ad interim. With over 20 ...
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Record Year for TCS Camping with Over One Million Touristic Overnight Stays
Vernier/Ostermundigen - It was another successful camping year. Due to exceptionally good weather conditions, TCS Camping is heading towards one million touristic overnight stays for the second time in its history. A further record number has been achieved this year: the ...
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Wincasa Takes Over Area Management of Wankdorfcity 3
On July 1, 2026, Wincasa assumed full area management responsibility for Wankdorfcity 3 in Bern. As a single provider, the real estate service provider is responsible for the comprehensive coordination and management of area-wide services for the new city district. At the ...
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For Switzerland's Future: How the SNF Invests in Research
Bern - From 2029 to 2032, the SNF will continue its successful funding. With three focal points, it strengthens research that is connected, bold, and forward-looking. It has applied for 5.4 billion francs from the federal government.
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