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Stefan Müller-Altermatt Wants to Know: Why Doesn't the Federal Council Engage with the People of Nagorno-Karabakh?
Zurich - In March 2025, Motion 24.4259 tasked the Federal Council with initiating an open dialogue between the conflicting parties of Azerbaijan and representatives of the Nagorno-Karabakh Armenians. So far, nothing has happened. The government explains this by stating that ...
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Sir Keir Starmer said to be on brink of resignation | BBC News
The British prime minster is widely expected to announce that he is standing down, perhaps as soon as Monday. Government insiders believe that Keir Starmer has concluded his position is no longer tenable, after a series of senior government colleagues urged him to set out a ...
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Robert Mardini Joins Helvetas Board - Warning of Global Crisis
Zurich - Helvetas appoints Robert Mardini, one of the most distinguished experts in humanitarian aid, to its board. The former Director-General of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) warns of the impact of the Iran conflict on impoverished populations in ...
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Transport '45: Acknowledge the Voting Result of the Sustainability Initiative and Eliminate Bottlenecks Strategically
Zurich - The referendum campaign for the Sustainability Initiative has clearly shown that a large part of the population expects concrete solutions for the increasing strain on transport infrastructure. Therefore, the main task of 'Transport '45' must be to strategically ...
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Abolition of Imputed Rent - New Political Pressure on Home Ownership
Zürich - On 19 June 2026, over 400 association delegates, along with guests from politics, authorities, and industry, gathered at the 111th delegates' meeting of HEV Schweiz at the Zurich Kongresshaus. LDP National Councillor Patricia von Falkenstein (BS) was newly elected ...
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Traveling in Heat: The Right Measures
Vernier/Ostermundigen - The first heatwave has hit Switzerland. The TCS warns against carelessness and provides tips for safety around driving. High temperatures quickly lead to heat in cars, which can be life-threatening for humans and animals. E-bikes should also not be ...
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Traffic Inverted '45 - Questionable Prioritisation by the Federal Council in the Expansion Step 2027
Bern - Today, the Federal Council published the consultation on the expansion step 2027 of the 'Traffic '45' proposal. The importance of roads for the economic wellbeing of Switzerland is underestimated. Although around three out of four passenger kilometers and two-thirds ...
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Excellence Cruises - new river cruise collection '27 and anniversary discount - SEE EUROPE ANEW
Weinfelden - With new itineraries, land tours, and remarkable discounts in the anniversary year, Excellence Cruises launches the 2027 river cruise season. If you book now, you benefit from generous anniversary discounts until September 20.
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DR Congo and Uganda: Handicap International's Response to the Ebola Epidemic
Geneva - Handicap International has launched an emergency relief operation to support the most vulnerable populations. This includes providing logistics for humanitarian actors, preventive and awareness measures, as well as targeted support for people with disabilities.
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Lidl and Tomorrowland Initiate Strategic Partnership
Weinfelden - International festival atmosphere, people from all over the world, and a Lidl pop-up store at the centre: Lidl and the world's largest EDM (Electronic Dance Music) festival, Tomorrowland, are embarking on a long-term strategic partnership. Together, the two ...
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TCS in Action for a Safe Tour de Suisse
Vernier/Ostermundigen - As of today, when the pros sprint through the circuits of the Tour de Suisse, they can rely on safe routes thanks to TCS. As a 'Road Safety Partner', TCS sponsors safety mats along the stages and is present with two vehicles in the promotional caravan.
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