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Switzerland, a wealthy Alpine state in Central Europe, was founded in 1291 and has four official languages. Its system of government is based on direct democracy and a tradition of political and military neutrality.

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A view of a confessional screen showing an image of Jesus

Switzerland's AI Jesus answers questions of faith

Switzerland's AI Jesus answers questions of faith

Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing life at a small Swiss church, where a virtual Jesus is taking confession.
ReligionNovember 18, 202404:49 min
A church against a rocky slope

Swiss village prepares to evacuate after landslide warning

Swiss village prepares to evacuate after landslide warning

Residents of Brienz in the Swiss Alps have been told to evacuate their homes, over the threat of a possible rockslide.
Nature and EnvironmentNovember 16, 2024
Mushrooms on a bench during checking session in a forest in western Switzerland

Switzerland's new regulations for mushroom foragers

Switzerland's new regulations for mushroom foragers

New measures to protect biodiversity in Switzerland are restricting the country's avid mushroom foragers.
Nature and EnvironmentOctober 27, 20248 images
Fokus Europa Schweiz Geröllrutsch

In Swiss alps, concerns grow over dangerous landslides

In Swiss alps, concerns grow over dangerous landslides

Residents of Switzerland's alpine valley are being forced to move as deadly landslides increase.
ClimateOctober 24, 202405:31 min
Deutschland | Schneekanonen im Einsatz in Garmisch Partenkirchen

Climate-neutral ski slopes — energy-free artificial snow

Climate-neutral ski slopes — energy-free artificial snow

A ‘snow lance’ produces artificial snow using natural water pressure alone, without other energy inputs.
ScienceOctober 11, 202405:48 min
A hand holds up a rock crystal in front of the mountain peaks of the Swiss Alps.

Crystal hunting in the Swiss Alps

Crystal hunting in the Swiss Alps

Hidden in the Swiss mountains are crystals worth thousands of euros.
Nature and EnvironmentOctober 9, 202405:20 min
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In the spotlight

Anne Mahrer and Rosmarie Wyder-Walti, of the Swiss elderly women group "Senior Women for Climate Protection," talk to journalists

Swiss pensioners win European climate case

The landmark ruling in favor of Swiss seniors could have an impact on climate and environment legislation across Europe.
ClimateApril 9, 202402:26 min
A portrait of writer Irena Brezna in a red scarf.

Writer Irena Brezna receives German PEN award

Giving a voice to dissidents, Brezna combines literary and journalistic elements in her reports and novels.
CultureNovember 18, 2021
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