Today marks Good Friday, and we bring you a medieval Easter ceremony directly from Switzerland.
This unusual, and some might say disturbing ... Show more
Christian Dubé: “The audience deserved the victory as much as we did” - Freiburger Nachrichten
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Zweifel potato chips: New production planned for 40 million: The snack manufacturer Zweifel is expanding its plant for 40 million francs. Switzerland's second ...
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Faster than Twint: One push of a button - and the money is gone: Starting this summer, transfers to other accounts will be credited within a few seconds ...
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Switzerland Today - SWI swissinfo.ch: In Thursday’s Easter briefing: high cocoa prices, long traffic jams, and stats about you – the Swiss Abroad.
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Another serious bus accident: a tour group with students had an accident on the A44
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400 termination notices sent: solar manufacturer leaves Germany: Solar company Meyer Burg closes the last German factory in Freiberg and relocates production to ...
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Here's what to know about dengue, as Puerto Rico declares a public health emergency
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"Boysober": Hope Woodard doesn't date men for a year: "No dating apps, no ex-boyfriends, no situationships": Hope Woodard chooses to live as a single woman ...
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The FCB captain in an interview: Fabian Frei: “If things go really badly, relegation is possible”
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Gasthaus Waldfrieden in Eschau has been in the Beck family since 1951: On the edge of the forest in Wildensee, where nature is still at home ...
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You just have to know German: From Monday onwards, Söder's authorities will stop using special characters - a good opportunity to look at the possibilities of ...
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Reader films Wolf in Baar: Wolf sighting in the canton of Zug: The authorities sent a warning SMS on Thursday afternoon. A video shows the wolf on Baar soil.
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UBS makes Ermotti Europe's best-paid bank boss with $16 mln package: UBS Chief Executive Sergio Ermotti earned 14.4 million Swiss francs ($15.90 million) in 2023 ...
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Quick Glance: UBS Chief Salary: Ermotti Receives 14.4 Million Swiss Francs
- Sergio Ermotti earned 14.4 million Swiss Francs as UBS Chief in nine months, with a base salary of 2.1 million and a variable part of 12.3 million.
- The entire UBS board received a total of 140.3 million Swiss Francs in 2023, compared to 106.9 million Swiss Francs the previous year.
- UBS adjusted its net profit to 27.8 billion US dollars, due to a slightly lower negative goodwill after acquiring Credit Suisse.
- UBS's CET1 capital ratio was 14.4 percent at the end of 2023, compared to 14.5 percent in early February.
Pastureland in Switzerland is often located in rough terrain. Fencing is usually difficult there. An idea from Norway now aims to keep the cows in check in a ... Show more
Helvetia is opening a rooftop bar with light installation on the Basel campus: The public rooftop bar on the 12th floor of one of the two Helvetia twin buildings ...
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Where are the 'best' restaurants in Switzerland?: Switzerland is home to some top restaurants, many of which have earned the prestigious Michelin stars ...
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“Nothing is more dangerous than when federal authorities and politicians believe they are unobserved. This requires independent journalism ... Show more
Easter traffic: how the Swiss deal with traffic jams: What to do about annual and daily traffic congestions. Read up on some of the most frequently discussed ...
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SNB's Schlegel sees need for analysis of UBS's capital requirements: The Swiss National Bank's vice chairman called for an in-depth review of UBS's capital ...
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At least five people killed after bus crashes on German motorway: At least five people have been after a bus headed from Berlin to Switzerland came off a highway ...
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Testing center for Marian apparitions: nun investigates for Vatican: Because apparitions of the Virgin Mary have been increasing for years, the Vatican has set ...
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UBS boss salary: FDP boss Thierry Burkart on Ermotti's salary: Thierry Burkart is offended by the 14.4 million salary that UBS boss Sergio Ermotti receives for ...
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Dog instead of man: Children, family, partner: the classic model. But what if a different lifestyle makes you happier and healthier?
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❗️Win a FINE DINE Box Graubünden❗️
Are you looking for a special gift? The exclusive FINE DINE gift box offers 12 unique culinary experiences in first-class ... Show more
The DFG has been missing two main attractions for a long time: the small railway and the cable car. The park also presents a pitiful picture in terms of ... Show more
Living in Zurich: 6000 people want to live in the Leutschenbach development: Construction is not yet complete, but interest in the housing estate is already high ...
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In a QA session held in Geneva on Wednesday, UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese said that she could write an “encyclopaedia” on the atrocities committed ... Show more
Swiss Banks Risk Significant Losses From Commercial Real Estate, Finma Says - Bloomberg
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New contract for his 65th birthday: FC Basel does not want to do without Ruedi Zbinden
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UBS still reviewing risk of misstatement in Credit Suisse's books: UBS said it is still reviewing potential misstatements in Credit Suisse's financial reports ...
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Why Isn't Dental Health Considered Primary Medical Care?: Ailments of the mouth can put the body at risk for a slew of other ills. Some practitioners think ...
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Kachelmann weather: Foehn at Easter with up to 200 km/h: The northern foothills of the Alps are expected to travel at speeds of up to 200 km/h during the ...
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What would you do with 1.1 billion dollars (around 995 million Swiss francs)? From now on, a lottery player from New Jersey will have to deal with this luxury ... Show more
Blond vs pink: French-Swiss battle for 'fourth' chocolate: A fourth chocolate -- "blond" -- has been slowly making inroads into French confectionary ...
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Japan health scare: Drugmaker reports two more deaths linked to supplement: Kobayashi Pharma recalled cholesterol-lowering supplements with red yeast rice over ...
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Quick Glance: Two Deaths, 100 Hospitalisations in Japan Supplement Scare
- Two deaths and over 100 hospitalisations in Japan have been linked to dietary supplements intended to lower cholesterol.
- Japanese government is investigating after the recall of over-the-counter tablets by Kobayashi Pharmaceutical due to kidney complaints.
- Affected products include various health tablets, a rose-coloured sparkling sake, salad dressing, bread, and miso paste used in traditional dishes.
- The Health Minister urged the company to provide information promptly and instructed local authorities to collect data on health damage nationwide.
Rapid Increase in Dengue Fever Across the Americas in 2024: In 2024, the Americas will have experienced a sharp rise in dengue fever, with incidents far ...
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Record-breaking Switzerland: from the world’s steepest railway to the largest igloo - SWI swissinfo.ch
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Swiss initiatives seek to end discrimination of married couples - SWI swissinfo.ch
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Vaccines protect against more than 20 diseases:Cervical cancerCholera
Diphtheria
Ebola
Hepatitis B
Influenza
Japanese ... Show more
Haiti now needs up to 5,000 police to help tackle `catastrophic' gang violence , UN expert says
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The Corona protocols show that German politicians took measures without any scientific evidence. If Switzerland signs the WHO pandemic pact ...
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Eight very different museums in Switzerland you need to visit: Switzerland has thousands of years of cultural history and stories to experience ...
thelocal.ch/20240327/eight-very-different-museums-in-switzerland-you-need-visit
According to Sky information, Gregor Kobel is missing from the classic in Munich. ❌#SkyBuli #FCBBVB #Kobel
Does Switzerland need a huge global bank?: A debate is raging on the pros and cons of a giant global bank based in Switzerland.
swissinfo.ch/eng/banking-fintech/does-switzerland-need-a-huge-global-bank/73859521
Drama on K2, the second highest mountain: Trapped in icy heights: Mountaineer Tamara Lunger was addicted to extreme skiing and mountain tours ...
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'Il fait bon chaud': Geneva reveals how different French is in Switzerland: It is a well-known fact that the Swiss German language is totally different from ...
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Junge SVP and Junge Tat: Closeness to right-wing extremists causes controversy in the Junge SVP
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EXPLAINED: What is the reference letter you need for Swiss citizenship?: When seeking Swiss naturalisation, you must provide certain documents ...
thelocal.ch/20240328/explained-what-is-the-reference-letter-you-need-for-swiss-citizenship
Ramadan is taking off in Switzerland. For the first time, Coop is selling an entire range of products for the fasting month ...
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At the age of 35 and after 5 titles with YB 👋
⚽ YB captain Fabian Lustenberger announced his retirement at the end of the season on Thursday ... Show more
War in Ukraine: 567 explosions a day: In the east the front line hardly changes, but there is a constant threat of death from the air ...
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Swiss Ski Championships: Why do the stars slow down on purpose?: Michelle Gisin voluntarily gives up gold, Loïc Meillard crosses the finish line upright: slow ...
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Today in Switzerland: A roundup of the latest news on Friday: Traffic jams, the power of Swiss chocolate, and other news from around Switzerland on Friday.
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World Court orders Israel to 'take all necessary and effective' action to ensure Gaza has access to humanitarian aid
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UBS looks to keep, grow shipping loans in post-merger green overhaul: UBS will look to increase lending to the shipping sector and run off some loans to fossil ...
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So, do you like the new Nati jerseys? 🇨🇭⚽👕
🇨🇭 The cat is out of the bag: 2.5 months before the start of the European Championship ... Show more
At least five people have died in the coach accident on the A9 near Leipzig. Numerous people were also injured in the accident ... Show more
Quick Glance: Serious Flixbus Accident on A9 near Leipzig
- A Flixbus crashes on A9 near Wiedemar, Leipzig. One fatality and multiple injuries.
- The accident occurred towards Nuremberg between Wiedemar and Schkeuditz junction.
- Hospitals in Schkeuditz and Leipzig are preparing for numerous injuries.
- Over 100 emergency responders, including rescue helicopters, are on site. Highway closed.
Easter: Eggs in history and culture - 16 interesting facts: Whether as a symbol or as food: people have always valued eggs. Time to get to know the many facets ...
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Bitscher village store remains open: Migros products will remain on the shelves. The background ...
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WHO to finalise world’s first pandemic agreement soon: The process has involved participation of other United Nations system bodies, non-state actors ...
financialexpress.com/healthcare/news-healthcare/who-to-finalise-worlds-first-pandemic-agreement-soon/3440312/
Exclusive: SIX Group CEO rules out Allfunds bid amid M&A hunt: SIX Group has ruled out making a bid for fund distribution group Allfunds after studying an ...
reuters.com/markets/deals/six-group-ceo-rules-out-allfunds-bid-amid-ma-hunt-2024-03-27/
Josi with 3 assists in anniversary game 💪
🏒 Roman Josi will play his 900th game in the NHL regular season on Friday night. In his anniversary game ... Show more
Tripologist: How should I spend a 24-hour stopover in Zurich?: You might take a stroll along Bahnhofstrasse, Zurich’s most famous street. This handsome boulevard ...
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Easter 2024 in Zurich: Five tips for families for the weekend: The long holiday weekend has a few surprises in store for day trippers. This is the Zurich Easter ...
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Europe’s IPO window opens slowly for buyout barons: podcast: CVC floated beauty retailer Douglas, whose shares fell, while EQT received a warmer welcome for ...
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