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Wed, 30 Sep 2026 08:11:00 GMT
Switzerland once again ranked as the world’s most innovative country by the UN
Switzerland remains the world’s most innovative country, according to the UN. More broadly, AI is driving growth in venture capital and research investment, the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) said on Tuesday in Geneva. According to...

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 07:07:13 GMT
Nespresso is phasing out its compostable coffee capsules
Nespresso is discontinuing its range of compostable paper capsules, which was introduced just a few years ago. A spokesperson for the Nestlé subsidiary confirmed press reports when contacted by the AWP news agency. The paper capsules had been launch...

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:10:00 GMT
Kuwait and Switzerland want to strengthen trade ties
Swiss President Guy Parmelin welcomed the Crown Prince of Kuwait, Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Sabah, to Bern on Tuesday to “strengthen ties between the two countries”. The visit marks the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations, the Swiss authorit...

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:29:00 GMT
Swiss government pushes for relaxed rules on arms exports
In the Swiss government’s view, more relaxed rules on arms exports are essential for safeguarding Switzerland’s defence capabilities and protecting jobs. Following parliament’s decision, it is campaigning for a yes vote on the War Materiel Act ...

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:51:00 GMT
Swiss health premiums set to rise by 5% on average in 2027
Health insurance premiums are set to rise by an average of 5% in 2027. The average monthly premium is CHF412 ($495), the Federal Office of Public Health said on Tuesday. This represents an increase of CHF19.70 compared with the previous year. The ave...

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