Stories from Switzerland

Ticino National Councillor Greta Gisin is set to become the new parliamentary group leader for the Green Party in the Federal Palace. She was the only candidate by the application deadline, which expired overnight.

The canton of Valais approved the shooting of a single wolf in the Fisberteminen area at the end of April, a decision that sparked intense discussions. The 'Gruppe Wolf Schweiz' immediately reacted, accusing Valais of pursuing an escalation strategy and acting unlawfully.

A discussion on immigration policy indicates a desire to restrict, rather than prevent, immigration in Switzerland. The policy aims to restrict immigration rather than prevent it entirely, with specialized skilled workers potentially being considered.

This confirmation was made by the global sports federation.

A laser used for laser interferometric acceleration measurements is currently undergoing maintenance in Geneva.

The Swiss Organic Agriculture Fair in Moudon is launching and will run until Sunday. The event program includes a stand on animal traction, a nettle chip making workshop, and an introductory conference on spirulina cultivation.

Ticino National Councillor Greta Gisin is expected to address issues concerning new consumers.

Switzerland is receiving additional reinforcement from the National Hockey League (NHL) in preparation for a home World Cup.

Rescue operations are continuing and are difficult due to mountain accessibility. As of today, only one Swiss national remains hospitalized abroad following the "Constellation" fire that occurred on New Year's Eve in Crans Montana.

Swiss researchers have found that proteins may play an role in how centenarians fend off metabolic dysfunction and oxidative stress. Proteins are molecules in the body that build tissues and make hormones and enzymes that regulate metabolism. The research aimed to understand how centenarians resist these health issues. They noted that the quality of social connections, rather than the quantity, was most. New research suggests that key aging mechanisms are significantly slowed down in centenarians. While genetics account for 25% of their longevity, factors such as diet, weight, and physical activity also play a role.