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2026-05-06
US scientists have been examining a strange golden blob, found 3,000 metres underwater, and recently revealed their conclusions. Also this week, more on Donald Trump. Welcome to our press review of events in the United States. Every Wednesday we look at how the Swiss media have reported and reacted to three major stories in the …
Swiss luxury property prices continue to rise
2026-05-06
Luxury properties became more expensive in Switzerland last year, although the trend is slowing down. According to the Swiss bank UBS, the prices are likely to plateau soon. According to the “UBS Luxury Property Focus 2026” report published on Thursday, prices for luxury properties have risen by 3% on average. However, growth was lower than …
Baby formula recall in Switzerland: why the delay?
2026-03-17
Several infant formula brands have recalled batches since January over traces of a potentially dangerous toxin, raising fresh questions about inspection standards. In Switzerland, food safety still hinges largely on manufacturers’ own controls. Nestlé was the first company to raise the alarm. Initially in the Netherlands, where the food giant detected the presence of cereulide, …
Why the farm shop works so well in Switzerland
2026-03-14
In hardly any other country are farm shops as widespread as in Switzerland – a product of short distances, high purchasing power and mutual trust. Swiss agriculture is often perceived internationally as the epitome of timeless tradition. But behind this idyllic image, a profound structural change is taking place. While wholesalers dominate the markets worldwide, …
Survey: Swiss want more homes but without densification
2026-01-27
Most Swiss residents agree that there is not enough housing available in their local region. But a majority is reluctant to densify urban areas or introduce other construction measures to create more living spaces, a new survey shows. +Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox Is there too little housing available where …
Swiss to relaunch auction for ‘SO 1’ number plate
2025-12-05
The Swiss online auction for the number plate “SO 1” will be reorganised. This is due to problematic bids that were received late on Thursday evening. +Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox The State Chancellery of canton Solothurn announced on Friday that serious offers of up to CHF357,000 ($444,000) had been …
Black Friday losing appeal for Swiss bargain hunters
2025-12-02
Black Friday attracted fewer Swiss bargain hunters than in previous years. Significantly less money was also spent in the days leading up to November 28. +Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox Black Friday, the discount day imported from the United States, seems to have passed its peak in Switzerland. This is …
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