12:00 PM·health
Fast-Food Expansion Raises Health Concerns in Switzerland
Rapid growth of fast-food chains prompts public health debate as McDonald's and others announce major expansion plans
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Switzerland's Michelin-Starred Restaurants Rise to 145
Swiss culinary excellence continues to grow with total of 145 Michelin-starred restaurants, including three new additions to two-star category.
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08:00 AM·retail
Chinese E-commerce Giant Temu Plans Swiss Food Market Entry
Temu's planned expansion into Swiss grocery market signals growing Chinese digital retail presence in Switzerland's traditional retail sector.
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08:00 AM·business
Dubai chocolate trend creates global pistachio shortage
Swiss chocolatiers face rising costs as viral Dubai chocolate trend drives up global pistachio prices.
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08:00 AM·animal welfare
Switzerland to Introduce Animal Pain Labels on Food Products
New labeling requirements will inform consumers if animals experienced pain during food production process, starting July 2025.
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12:00 PM·animal welfare
Switzerland Mandates Pain Declaration for Animal Products
Starting July 2025, Switzerland will require labels on food products to indicate if animals endured painful procedures during production, affecting items like foie gras, meat, and dairy products.
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12:00 PM·culture
Franco-Swiss Raclette Rivalry Ends with Border Peace Treaty
A culinary dispute over the world's largest raclette event will conclude with a symbolic peace treaty between France and Switzerland, as Saint-Gingolph hosts a cross-border celebration of the iconic cheese dish.
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08:00 AM·business
Nestlé Abandons Nutri-Score Labels on Swiss Products
Food giant to phase out nutritional labeling system on local brands, citing limited adoption by other companies in Switzerland.
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04:00 PM·food
Swiss Egg Consumption Hits Historic High with 1.78 Billion Eggs in 2024
Record-breaking egg consumption surpasses pandemic levels, with domestic production unable to meet growing demand despite 2.8% increase in local output.
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04:00 PM·food
Court Approves Traditional Powder Use in Emmental Cheese Production
Federal Administrative Court authorizes hay flower powder in PDO Emmental cheese making, preserving iconic holes while balancing tradition with modern methods.
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04:00 PM·economy
Swiss Chocolate Industry Faces Crisis as Cocoa Prices Soar
Swiss chocolate manufacturers report stagnant sales amid quadrupling cocoa prices, forcing industry-wide price increases
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12:00 PM·agriculture
Swiss rapeseed farming crisis deepens
Farmers abandon rapeseed cultivation due to pest control restrictions, threatening domestic oil production and agricultural self-sufficiency.
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04:00 PM·innovation
Swiss Innovators Launch Cocoa-Free Chocolate Alternative
Swiss chocolate manufacturer Stella Bernrain pioneers cocoa-free chocolate production, addressing rising cocoa prices and environmental concerns.
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08:00 AM·consumer protection
New origin labeling law for Swiss baked goods takes effect
Switzerland implements new transparency regulations requiring clear origin labeling for all bakery products
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08:00 AM·business
Swiss Retail Sees Sharp Decline in Meat Substitute Sales
Sales of meat alternatives dropped 10% in Switzerland last year, while dairy substitutes grew by 5%, revealing shifting consumer preferences in the sustainable food market.
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04:00 PM·economy
Swiss Study Reveals Premium Pricing for Protected Origin Cheeses
Research shows geographical indication labels command 5% higher prices in international markets
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08:00 AM·innovation
Swiss Lab Pioneers Sustainable Lab-Grown Cocoa Production
Swiss startup Food Brewer develops laboratory-produced cocoa, promising sustainable alternative to traditional chocolate production.
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08:00 AM·innovation
Swiss Lab Pioneers Breakthrough in Lab-Grown Cocoa Production
Swiss start-up Food Brewer develops innovative laboratory-produced cocoa, promising sustainable alternative to traditional chocolate production.
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12:00 PM·innovation
Swiss Start-up Pioneers Lab-Grown Cocoa Production
A Swiss start-up, Food Brewer, is developing laboratory-produced cocoa, potentially revolutionizing chocolate production with sustainable alternatives to traditional farming methods.
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Swiss inflation drops to zero in November
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Swiss public sceptical over US tariff deal: survey
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Swiss AI shows bias despite transparency efforts
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Today in Switzerland: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
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Swiss lawmakers vote to ease weapons exports
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Swiss lawmakers aim to ease weapons exports
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Donors pledge $1.16 billion to Geneva-based UNHCR
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OECD praises integration of immigrants in Switzerland
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Swiss lawmakers agree on China trade framework
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Swiss army has 'gone back to sleep", says outgoing chief
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Swiss intelligence snooping violates constitution: court ruling
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Medicines 'never more expensive in Switzerland'
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