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AI and New Access Routes Enhance Focus on Trustworthy Market Data Providers – According to New Study

Market data providers play a crucial role in the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI), as expectations regarding access, performance, and costs rise. This insight is provided by a new study from SIX, the global financial information provider, and Crisil Coalition ...



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Three children, one teacher killed after 16-year-old opens fire at US school | BBC News

The suspected attacker, a 16-year-old boy, forced his way into the school by firing at locked doors. He was also killed in the shooting. Emergency services in the city of Bend responded after receiving a call that an armed person had fired at a car before he was seen going ...



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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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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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