Tag #Switzerland

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Anne Frank Relatives Fight to Save Historic Basel House

Descendants of Anne Frank are raising 1.8 million euros to prevent the sale of their Basel family home, a significant location in Holocaust history that sheltered Otto Frank after Auschwitz and where the family planned the diary's publication, and transform it into a cultural center.

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sueddeutsche.de
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Rhine Valley Railway Line Renovations Cause Widespread Disruptions

Deutsche Bahn is renovating the Rhine Valley railway line between Karlsruhe and Basel from April 18th to 27th, causing cancellations, schedule changes, and bus replacements for long-distance and regional trains, impacting tens of thousands of daily passengers; the work includes track, switch, and gr...

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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SNB Cuts Interest Rate Amid Low Inflation and Reduced Growth Forecast

The Swiss National Bank cut its benchmark interest rate by 250 basis points to 0.25 percent on Thursday, citing low inflation and economic uncertainty; this follows a reduction in inflation to 0.3 percent in February 2025 from 0.7 percent in November 2024, and a lowered Swiss economic growth project...

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
theguardian.com
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Grand Train Tour of Switzerland Showcases Stunning Scenery and Efficient Travel

The Grand Train Tour of Switzerland (GTToS) is a 1,280km scenic rail journey through Switzerland, offering access to UNESCO sites and utilizing a Swiss Travel Pass for unlimited travel on trains, boats, and buses, along with museum access and discounts.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Switzerland's Luxury Tourism Boom: Economic Benefits and Local Concerns

Switzerland's luxury tourism sector is booming, with five-star hotels experiencing rapid growth due to increasing numbers of wealthy tourists from various countries. This strategy, while economically beneficial, raises concerns about affordability for locals and the preservation of traditional villa...

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pt.euronews.com
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Swiss People's Party Demands Withdrawal from Paris Agreement

Following the US withdrawal from the Paris Agreement, Switzerland's right-wing Swiss People's Party is demanding the country's withdrawal, citing economic concerns and lack of public consultation, despite a recent public vote approving a new climate law and the government's commitment to the agreeme...

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Climate Action
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Germany's Richest Man Faces Questions Over Family's Nazi-Era Profits

Klaus-Michael Kühne, Germany's richest man, faces scrutiny for his family's firm, Kühne + Nagel's, wartime profiteering under the Nazi regime, which involved transporting Jewish property and receiving numerous awards from the regime; he refuses to fully address these historical links.

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Reza's Courtroom Chronicles: A Multifaceted Look at Life's Dark Side

Yasmina Reza's "Die Rückseite des Lebens" compiles observations from 54 court cases, interweaving courtroom scenes with personal anecdotes to offer a fragmented yet insightful look at the human condition, raising questions about justice, morality, and theodicy.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Switzerland's Clean Water Success Story: A Model for Europe?

Switzerland's pristine waterways, once heavily polluted, are now a source of national pride thanks to a comprehensive wastewater treatment system costing £174 per person annually; this contrasts sharply with the UK, where three-quarters of rivers are ecologically compromised.

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Clean Water and Sanitation
forbes.com
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Switzerland: High Income, High Cost of Living

Switzerland, boasting a high average annual income of \$93,400 and a top-ranked quality of life, attracts many; however, its high cost of living presents a challenge.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Swiss Biotech Firms Expand in China Amidst Supportive Policies

Swiss biotechnology firms like Versameb and Orexa are expanding into China, driven by supportive government policies and market potential; Versameb will invest up to $25 million in clinical trials, while Orexa will collaborate with Chinese research institutions, reflecting a broader trend of increas...

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Good Health and Well-being
nytimes.com
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Shiffrin Misses Medal by a Hair in World Championships Slalom

At the Alpine Skiing World Championships in Saalbach, Austria, Camille Rast of Switzerland won gold in the women's slalom, while Mikaela Shiffrin finished fifth, narrowly missing a record-setting 16th medal by five-hundredths of a second; Paula Moltzan of the U.S. finished fourth.

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Good Health and Well-being

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