A Swiss citizen has been found dead in a prison in Iran, with local authorities claiming it was a suicide. The Swiss government is in contact with Iranian officials to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death. The individual was reportedly…
The Young Greens’ environmental responsibility initiative aims to adapt the economy and consumption to the planet’s regenerative capacity in ten years. However, Swiss Environment Minister Albert Rösti deems this plan unrealistic, stating it threatens both the economy and social stability….
The Swiss Federal Office of Energy awarded the Watt d’Or prize for the 18th time, recognizing innovative energy projects across multiple categories. Notable winners include the SeasON heat pump for thermal-energy storage, the largest Agri-Photovoltaic facility in Europe in Buchs,…
The Swiss Electricity Association (VSE) presents a study predicting a 50% increase in electricity demand by 2050, necessitating more wind energy for winter and solutions for summer solar energy surpluses. VSE President Martin Schwab emphasizes the need for a balanced…
A campaign has been launched in Switzerland for the Environmental Responsibility Initiative, which aims to limit resource consumption to sustainable levels. Supported by representatives from the Young Greens, the Green Party, and the Social Democratic Party (SP), the initiative seeks…
Matthias Samuel Jauslin, an entrepreneur and National Councillor since 2015, has announced his switch from the FDP to the GLP, emphasizing the importance of the common good in his political efforts. His decision, which he communicated to his party colleagues,…
The use of Pregabalin in Swiss asylum centers is raising ethical and medical concerns. While Pregabalin, used for anxiety and pain relief, is available on the black market and often leads to dependence among refugees from Maghreb countries, the State…
A doctor in Switzerland is facing charges for allegedly prescribing illegal doping substances, violating the Swiss Sports Promotion Act. The man, known in the bodybuilding community as ‘Dr. Pump’, had previously concealed an ongoing criminal investigation during his hiring process…
Fourteen Swiss cantons are working together to address deficiencies in the adoption processes for children from countries like India, Brazil, Korea, and Romania, where essential consent forms have often been missing. The initiative aims to improve support for adopted individuals…
The population of raccoons in Switzerland is on the rise, particularly in the Basel region, where hunters have increased their efforts to manage this invasive species. In 2023, 44 raccoons were killed, with the majority in the canton of Baselland….
Switzerland’s population reached 9 million last year, with projections indicating a rise to 10.4 million by 2050. Growth is expected to be concentrated in urban areas like Zurich, Vaud, and Geneva, while the southern region of Ticino is projected to…
In response to over 1,000 reported cases of abuse within the Catholic Church in Switzerland, the church has introduced a pilot screening test developed by forensic psychologist Jérôme Endrass. This new recruitment system aims to identify problematic personalities among church…
