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The Federal Council wants large social media platforms and search engines to do more to protect children and young people. It has decided, for now, against a minimum age for social media use.
S&P Global Ratings has confirmed Zurich’s AAA long-term credit rating but changed its outlook to “negative,” citing rising deficits, heavy investment plans and political risk around spending cuts.
A party at Zurich’s Hardplatz escalated into a night of violence, with police pelted by fireworks, bottles and paving stones. One officer was injured and around two dozen containers were set on fire before police regained control at about 3am.
Could UBS separate its Swiss businesses from its international operations?
Trade, investment, AI and global conflicts were discussed as Switzerland's President met Indian Prime Minister Modi.
The agency says its long-standing client relationship will continue, but with less work. Wirz has not disclosed how many employees will be affected.
"An unprecedented heatwave this summer additionally weighed on sales in Europe," said Lindt CEO Adalbert Lechner.
Is Paul McEwen leaving the bank as technology operations goes under Beatriz Martin’s leadership? UBS has not publicly confirmed the reason for his departure.
Swiss regulator says Julius Baer exposure exceeded CHF 1 billion and orders continued oversight despite closing its investigation.
Travellers will be able to book rides through an app, but a safety operator will remain behind the wheel throughout the car trial.
The victims were attacked without warning and assaulted with objects, including glass bottles and kicks to the head, while lying defenceless on the ground.
Is UBS Senior Leadership Again Considering Options For Leaving Swiss Jurisdiction?
The dispute is over how much freedom the government should retain to cooperate with security partners and respond to conflicts.
The Swiss Market Index opened 0.336% higher at 14,000.25 points on Wednesday.
Sunrise cut 147 jobs already earlier this year.
A ruling by the European Court of Human Rights has made it necessary to adapt this blanket begging ban so that it remains compatible with fundamental rights.
PwC's Swiss bonus cuts follow similar cost-cutting moves across the Big Four and major consultancies over the past year.
"Revolut is already Switzerland's leading fintech," said Julian Biegmann, bank's GM for Switzerland.
If your lease still references 1.5% or more, you are probably entitled to a reduction and should request it in writing.
The impact will depend on whether AI replaces employees or supports them.
Switzerland is set for another sunny, dry and unusually warm stretch.
For the UBS staff whose data was exposed, the incident compounds an already difficult situation.
Despite Raiffeisen attracting CHF 3.3 billion in net new money into investment, the bank is making 180 positions redundant.
Swiss said it could not yet determine with certainty what caused the pungent odor in the economy cabin.
Allegedly CEO Christoph Grainger-Herr, who drives two expensive company vehicles, said that executive team members declined to accept pay reductions, and that IWC leadership intends to close stores in expensive locations.
Asian and African job seekers face up to 19% worse odds in Switzerland. Zurich just voted to do nothing about it.
Meanwhile, the Green Party City Councillor warns of a "hyper-elaborate experiment that stresses everyone out."
The Federal Council announced on 19 August 2026 that individual taxation will take effect on the latest date permitted by law: 1 January 2032.
The chicken recall follows other Migros product withdrawals earlier this year.
Switzerland could be heading for its second-worst glacier melt on record.
In Zürich, the penumbral phase will begin at 3:23 AM CEST. The visibly darker partial phase will start at 4:33 AM.
The funds are primarily intended to cover the extra costs associated with Patriot missile systems and the acquisition of US-made F-35 fighter jets.
Some improvement in business conditions is emerging for the third quarter, particularly in the wholesale sector.
The eclipse will still be in progress when the Sun sets in Switzerland, so hills, buildings, trees or mountain ridges blocking the western or northwestern horizon could prevent viewers from seeing the most dramatic phase.
Swiss Post will also introduce a new category for bulky letters, aimed at making it easier for customers to send small goods.
Luxury-watch theft has been a recurring issue in Zurich in recent years. The city police began recording watch thefts separately in August 2022 after observing an increase in such offences
Is the bigger risk that regulators now see UBS as a repeat offender that had years to fix the problem and did not?
This is Switzerland's fourth significant heatwave of the season.
Adam Beyer will kick off the Zurich Street Parade 2026, the Parade's 33rd edition.
Demonstrators march against FIFA President Gianni Infantino through Swiss streets chanting slogans including, "Against modern FIFA," "Stop FIFA corruption," and "Infantino out!"
The UK-Swiss trade deal also aims to scrap mobile roaming fees for travellers between both the countries.
Petrol and diesel prices rose during the weekend, with diesel now selling at CHF 2.00 per litre.
Record heatwaves in 2025 and 2026 have made cooling devices a near-necessity for many households.
The Swiss team now looks ahead to a formidable opponent in World Cup Quarter-Final: Argentina.
For high-net-worth individuals, the cost of maintaining a premium standard of living has risen sharply.
The heatwave warning is in place until at least Monday 13 July, with urban areas expected to experience particularly intense overnight heat.
Zürich Airport's exposure to summer thunderstorms is a well-documented structural challenge. The airport sits in a part of Switzerland that is climatically prone to convective storms.
Over half of all ballots are cast by Swiss voters aged 60 or over. Avenir Suisse warns that this trend should not be ignored.
The June heatwave peaked at 33 to 37 degrees in parts of Switzerland, with the Basel region and the northwest recording the highest levels. MeteoSchweiz may raise warning for another heatwave.
Power outage at Zürich Children’s Hospital triggers emergency precautions. Power cuts cause sewage spill to hit the river Limmat.
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