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​New initiative launched to require votes before Switzerland accepts EU law

Currently, Switzerland is negotiating an update to its relationship with the EU. Some fear the…

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A study published this week found that nearly 1 in 20 (4.8%) people under 18…

​Swiss government against universal public service

Switzerland requires all able bodied men to dedicate around a year of their time to…

​Halloween in Switzerland in 2024

Many expats, particularly north Americans, may be surprised to discover that Halloween is not a…

​Cut Swiss tax free allowance sparks mixed reactions

From 2025, the tax free allowance for goods imported into Switzerland will fall from CHF…

​Put your mushrooms in the sun for an autumn vitamin D boost

One source of vitamin D is sunlight. Sunlight interacts with our skin to produce it.…

​FILM: THE APPRENTICE ***1/2

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​Widespread hygiene deficiencies in Swiss hospitals

According to a study by Swissmedic, there are deficiencies in the disinfection, sterilisation, packaging and…

​Poll shows a majority favours Swiss motorway extension

On 24 November 2024, Swiss voters will decide on four proposals. One is whether to…

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