Stories from Switzerland

The 'Raum Lunaris' space has newly opened, designed for people with and without disabilities. It is intended for relaxation, unwinding, and conscious perception.

Authorities said elementary navigation rules for lake crossings, particularly at night. For paddleboards and similar craft, owners are required to affix their name and surname.

A report from Switzerland indicates that 85% of laying hens and only 8% of broiler chickens benefit from regular outdoor access. These figures are part of voluntary animal welfare programs, known as SST, which also offer access to winter gardens and covered outdoor spaces.

Surgeon Francesco Maisano performed a three-hour operation where one patient survived, but others have allegedly died under his care. Erika Ziltener, the long-time head of the Zurich Patient Office, has documented several such cases in a book.

A cardio band was used on patients between 2016 and 2020, despite never being tested in animal experiments and lacking regulatory approval. The source states that the device should never have been applied to patients. This information is known today.

Jenny Sandström stated that Switzerland plans to further develop and implement the 3R principles (Reduce, Refine, Replace) into Swiss research.

Researchers are exploring the Pedretto Tunnel, diving one and a half kilometers under the Earth's surface using an electric vehicle. The Pedretto-Lab, an underground laboratory dedicated to geothermal energy, began construction around 2019 within this tunnel.

Triola Ccemali has become champion for the first time following a 2-0 victory.

A new oil refinery is being established in Switzerland, specifically in the Aigle and Colombé region, focusing on crude oil fractionation. This new industry is expected to bring economic development and create new job opportunities. These opportunities are anticipated not only within the refinery itself but also in surrounding businesses in the Rhône plain.

The UN health agency states the risk of a deadly global hunter virus outbreak remains "absolutely low" but warns more cases could emerge. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports six confirmed cases.