Brigitte Hauser-Süess retires after advising five Federal Council members, including Ruth Metzler and Viola Amherd, over 25 years. In a reflective interview, she discusses her role in facilitating discussions, the importance of loyalty and trust among leaders, and her experiences…
The Swiss Federal Office of Energy awarded the Watt d’Or prize for the 18th time, recognizing innovative energy projects across multiple categories. Notable winners include the SeasON heat pump for thermal-energy storage, the largest Agri-Photovoltaic facility in Europe in Buchs,…
Belinda Bencic and Dominic Stricker, two Swiss tennis players, are under the spotlight as they prepare for the Australian Open. Both have faced challenges recently, with Bencic returning from maternity leave and Stricker recovering from injuries. In their respective opening…
Mikaela Shiffrin is making progress towards a potential comeback following a serious injury sustained in November. The American skier recently returned to the slopes, testing her abilities with cautious runs and sharing her experiences on social media. Despite the positive…
The innovative FlemXpress ski lift system in Flims is currently in test mode due to long wait times experienced by skiers this winter. While the system showed promise during summer operation, its efficiency is hampered by heavy winter traffic, causing…
The Australian Open begins in Melbourne from January 12 to January 25, 2025, featuring a record prize pool of 96.5 million AUD. Key players include Belinda Bencic, Dominic Stricker, and Stan Wawrinka, with Aryna Sabalenka and Jannik Sinner emerging as…
The Swiss Electricity Association (VSE) presents a study predicting a 50% increase in electricity demand by 2050, necessitating more wind energy for winter and solutions for summer solar energy surpluses. VSE President Martin Schwab emphasizes the need for a balanced…
As the traditional alpine ski races return to Adelboden, Swiss skier Marco Odermatt stands out as the favorite in the giant slalom. After overcoming a difficult start to the season, Odermatt’s recent victories signal a strong comeback. Meanwhile, in the…
Starting January 1, 2025, a ban on Rottweilers will take effect in the Canton of Zürich, requiring current owners to apply for a permit within six months. Dogs will undergo an assessment to gauge their behavior and potential danger. If…
At the Australian Open 2024, defending champion Jannik Sinner and ten-time winner Novak Djokovic have been placed in separate halves of the draw, preventing a rematch of their last year’s semifinal. Sinner will face Nicolas Jarry in his opening match,…
A campaign has been launched in Switzerland for the Environmental Responsibility Initiative, which aims to limit resource consumption to sustainable levels. Supported by representatives from the Young Greens, the Green Party, and the Social Democratic Party (SP), the initiative seeks…
With an expected daily influx of 100,000 to 120,000 visitors for the Swiss Wrestling and Alpine Festival (ESAF) in Mollis, Glarus, local authorities are implementing strategies to prevent traffic congestion. Measures include encouraging employees to work from home or volunteer…
