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Swiss Canton Favors Companies in Highway Expansion
A report indicates that the canton of Wallis in Switzerland has systematically favored companies in its highway expansion projects.
Finnish Apartment Building Fire Partially Evacuated
A fire in an apartment building in St.
Turkey Pursues $140 Billion Trade Target at WTO Summit
Turkey is actively engaging in diplomacy at the WTO summit, aiming to achieve a trade target of $140 billion.
Urgency of Waiting During Stressful Periods Debated
A commentary piece argues against the notion that it is urgent to wait during stressful periods, labeling it as false.
Swiss Politician Leaves Party After Election Result
Eric Leyvraz, the former president of the UDC in Geneva's Grand Council, has left his party following the election of Guy Mettan to the vice-presidency.
Taiwan Excluded From World Health Assembly Again
A proposal to include Taiwan in the World Health Assembly (WHA) failed, marking the 10th consecutive year of its absence. The proposal was initiated by Taiwan. This marks another year Taiwan is unable to participate.
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Swiss Federal Roads Office Warns of Dangerous Online Child Car Seats
The Swiss Federal Roads Office has issued a warning regarding child car seats being sold online.
Electric Bike Thief Arrested In Basel
An electric bike thief was arrested in Basel, Switzerland.
Dutch Sprinter Returns to Cycling After Attack
Dutch sprinter, who had disappeared from cycling following a violent attack, has returned and is ready to race. The athlete was part of the Tudor Pro Cycling team.
WHO Declares New Ebola Outbreak Global Health Emergency
Dr. Mike Ryan from Ireland received the 2026 Director-General's Awards for Global Health at the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA79). He was recognized for his leadership in strengthening global health emergency preparedness and response. Infectious disease specialist Dr.