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01/12/2023

Swiss researchers have developed a new material based on the blue feathers of a songbird. In future, this should filter bacteria out of water and ensure that batteries last longer.

Read more -->https://theswisstimes.ch/researchers-develop-new-material-modeled-on-blue-feathers/

01/12/2023

The IOC's negative decision came on Wednesday, five days after the Swiss sports parliament unanimously decided to press ahead with the Olympic plans for 2030.

Read More about this here --> https://theswisstimes.ch/ioc-buries-swiss-olympic-plans-for-2030/

30/11/2023

Step into the past with Throwback Thursday pictures! Every Thursday, join us on a nostalgic journey as we revisit cherished memories and moments captured in time. From vintage styles to timeless memories.

For interesting facts about these photo's and more head to the link below 👇

https://theswisstimes.ch/throwback-thursday-switzerland-through-time/

30/11/2023

Meteorologists had already warned of wintry road conditions and the risk of black ice on Wednesday. They advised people to allow more time for their commute to work and to check their cars for their winter suitability.

Did you drive to work this morning? We had 3 cars and a bus get stuck in front of us, Please put your winter tires on!
Read more here--> https://theswisstimes.ch/winter-awakening-and-precarious-road-conditions/

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30/11/2023

Together with Singapore, the city of Zurich has taken first place in the ranking of the most expensive cities in the world published by the British magazine "The Economist". Geneva came in third place together with New York.

Read More on these rankings here, including the cheapest places 👀

https://theswisstimes.ch/zurich-is-the-most-expensive-city-in-the-world-geneva-in-third-place/

29/11/2023

Throughout Switzerland, the Christmas market tradition dates back centuries, showcasing a blend of rich heritage, cultural diversity, and a deep sense of community. Each market exudes its unique charm, enticing visitors to revel in the joyous celebrations.

Exciting news--A couple Markets are already open! have you been to any of these? which one is your favorite? Read more about the different markets and opening times at the link below 👇

https://theswisstimes.ch/exploring-the-enchanting-christmas-markets-of-switzerland/

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29/11/2023

The Federal Department of Defense, Civil Protection and Sport (DDPS) announced on Wednesday that these measures were necessary as this was a high-level international meeting. Switzerland is obliged to guarantee the safety of guests who are protected under international law.

Read More -->https://theswisstimes.ch/airspace-restricted-during-global-refugee-meeting-in-geneva/

29/11/2023

What are you're thoughts? are you a beer drinker?
Let us know in the comments #🍻

More on this here --> https://theswisstimes.ch/declining-beer-consumption-in-switzerland/

29/11/2023

Yuno a start-up belonging to the Migros Group, is expanding into French-speaking Switzerland. The company rents out electronic devices such as cell phones, cameras and tablets on a subscription model, which also includes the maintenance of the devices. The company entered the market in German-speaking Switzerland in May 2022. Since then, the number of current rental contracts has risen steadily.

Did you know you can rent electronics? Find out more about this at the link below 👇
https://theswisstimes.ch/migros-electronics-rental-company-yuno-launches-in-french-speaking-switzerland/

28/11/2023

Four measuring systems in the city of Bern were affected, as the Bern cantonal police announced on Monday. The people affected will be informed by letter in the coming days and the approximately 6,000 fines already paid will be refunded.

Were you affected by this malfunction? let us know in the comments! 🙌

Read more on this story at the link below 👇
https://theswisstimes.ch/almost-10000-vehicles-wrongly-flashed-in-the-city-of-bern/

28/11/2023

Compared to the previous year, around three tons more onions were brought to Bern, as announced by the City of Bern's security department on Monday. However, the record of almost 60 tons set in 2014 was "far" from being reached.

Did you attend? if you missed it, there is always next year! 👍

Read More about this annual event here --> https://theswisstimes.ch/around-one-in-five-stalls-sells-onions-at-the-zibelemarit-in-bern/

28/11/2023

Puppies will now only be allowed to be brought into Switzerland from the age of 15 weeks. With these and other tightening measures, the Federal Council is responding to parliamentary demands.

Read More --> https://theswisstimes.ch/federal-council-wants-to-tighten-rules-for-importing-puppies/

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27/11/2023

The "Mystic" show, which lasted around half an hour, presented an extraordinary walk through the forest, with a message hidden behind branches and twigs. It was not only fairy-tale characters who found shelter and protection in the forest, but also countless animal and plant species. Rendez-vous Bundesplatz

Read More --> https://theswisstimes.ch/rendez-vous-bundesplatz-attracts-around-385000-visitors/

25/11/2023

Berset arrived by train in Nemishaieve near the Kiev suburb of Butscha. The President of the Swiss Confederation was accompanied by the Swiss Ambassador to Ukraine, Felix Baumann, and greeted on his arrival by Ukrainian Deputy Foreign Minister Yevhen Perebyinis.

As part of his visit to Ukraine, Berset was then to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and his wife and take part in a summit on the export of Ukrainian grain to countries that rely on it.

Read More about this story here--> https://theswisstimes.ch/president-berset-makes-a-surprise-visit-to-ukraine/

24/11/2023

The charging stations are to be installed at 100 locations, as BKW and Electra jointly announced on Friday. Electra is represented in eight European countries and recently inaugurated its 131st fast-charging station for electric vehicles.

The Paris-based company has also been operating in Switzerland since the end of May.

Read More -->https://theswisstimes.ch/bkw-and-electra-plan-600-charging-stations-for-e-cars-in-switzerland/

24/11/2023

Zurich researchers have taught an excavator to build dry stone walls on its own. According to ETH Zurich, the excavator used tons of demolition material to build a six-metre-high and 65-metre-long wall.

Read More on this here --> https://theswisstimes.ch/zurich-robot-excavator-builds-environmentally-friendly-walls-on-its-own/

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24/11/2023

The study was conducted by the Netherlands Cancer Institute and the European Fair Pricing Network (EFPN), of which the Swiss Cancer League is also a member, as announced by the latter on Thursday. In the study, the researchers examined the time between approval and availability of six cancer drugs in Hungary, Italy, the Netherlands, Belgium, France and Switzerland.

Read More here--> https://theswisstimes.ch/study-reveals-unequal-access-to-new-cancer-drugs/

24/11/2023

The (MJF) has to reinvent itself for its 2024 edition. Because the congress center is being renovated, there will be a stage on the lake for the 58th edition. The festival is also returning to the casino and expanding the area along the lakeside promenade.

Read More--> https://theswisstimes.ch/montreux-jazz-festival-2024-anchored-anew-in-the-heart-of-the-city/

23/11/2023

In future, people imprisoned in Switzerland who are not resident here will have to take out health insurance. This should ensure that all prisoners are treated equally in medical terms. The Federal Council wants to amend the Health Insurance Act (KVG) accordingly.

Read More -->https://theswisstimes.ch/foreign-prisoners-should-have-to-take-out-new-health-insurance/

23/11/2023

Several thousand people responded to a call from trade unions and left-wing parties on Wednesday evening and protested in Bellinzona against the wage cuts decided by the Ticino government.

Read More Here --> https://theswisstimes.ch/thousands-demonstrate-in-ticino-against-wage-cuts/

23/11/2023

Its winding route through the valley of a hundred valleys is one of the most beautiful that can be explored on rails: We are talking about the Centovalli Railway. On November 25, the "Centovallina", as it is affectionately known in Ticino, will be 100 years old.

Read More --> https://theswisstimes.ch/the-centovalli-railway-celebrates-its-100th-birthday/

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23/11/2023

The Federal Council is introducing USB-C as the uniform national standard from the beginning of 2024. Other devices with radio components such as e-readers, headphones and digital cameras are also included in the requirement.

Read more about this here --> https://theswisstimes.ch/in-switzerland-everyone-should-be-able-to-use-the-same-charger-from-2024/

22/11/2023

In February, German Economics Minister Robert Habeck and German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius requested that some of the decommissioned Leopard 2 main battle tanks be sold back to the tank manufacturer. Parliament had approved the decommissioning of the tanks as part of the Army Dispatch 2023.
Defense Minister Viola Amherd said in parliament that the sell-back is correct in terms of neutrality law and makes sense in terms of neutrality policy.

Read more here --> https://theswisstimes.ch/federal-council-approves-the-export-of-25-battle-tanks-to-germany/

22/11/2023

According to the Credit Suisse Worry Barometer, health and health insurance are the Swiss population's biggest concerns. Environmental protection and pensions follow in next place, while the war in Ukraine is no longer one of the main concerns.

Read more--> https://theswisstimes.ch/healthcare-costs-as-the-main-concern-of-the-swiss-population-in-2023/

22/11/2023

This is shown by the Federal Office for the Environment (FOEN) in its new study “Survey of waste composition 2022”, which it presented to the media in Bern on Tuesday. According to the study, around 6 million tons of waste from households and small businesses are generated each year. That is 671 kilos of municipal waste per person.

Read more about this here --> https://theswisstimes.ch/less-waste-in-the-garbage-bag-and-yet-too-much-recyclable-waste/

22/11/2023

Just under a month ago, the initiative committee submitted 107,871 signatures in Bern. Of these, 107,613 are valid, the Federal Chancellery announced on Tuesday.

Read More about how this works here --> https://theswisstimes.ch/popular-initiative-for-a-citizens-service-for-all-has-come-about/

21/11/2023

PARADE OF THE CIRCUS KNIE THROUGH BERNE, SWITZERLAND, IN MAY OF 1949.

See More --> https://theswisstimes.ch/historical-photos-of-circus-knie-in-bern/

21/11/2023

In the greater Paris area, health authorities are advising against the consumption of eggs from private farms due to excessive contamination of the soil with perfluorinated and polyfluorinated alkyl compounds (PFAS).

Read more on how this is also affecting Switzerland --> https://theswisstimes.ch/chemical-contamination-of-soils-in-paris/

21/11/2023

Scientist Johanna Gollnhofer, Director of the Institute of Marketing at the University of St. Gallen, explains why the brain stops working when hunting for special offers as follows: “Discounts activate the happiness hormone dopamine in the minds of consumers. Neuroscientific studies have shown that this effect can be compared to the consumption of co***ne.

Read more on this here --> https://theswisstimes.ch/bargain-hunting-is-like-a-co***ne-high/

20/11/2023

Held on the fourth Monday of November, the Onion Market transforms the medieval streets of Bern into a colorful spectacle. Farmers, adorned in traditional attire, arrive before dawn with their meticulously braided onion strings, showcasing varieties ranging from sweet and mild to pungent and spicy.

Have you been to the Onion Market? Its coming up one week from today so don't miss out! find more about this event at the link below.

Read more --> https://theswisstimes.ch/exploring-the-charm-of-the-traditional-swiss-onion-market/

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