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A team at the University of Basel has developed a prototype mini-robot, the size of a wine cork, designed to precisely and automatically grind teeth for crown fittings, potentially speeding up the dental procedure.
A department head in Basel-Country's migration office is under investigation for allegedly refusing hundreds of residence permits to EU citizens, many for minor past offences, raising serious legal and procedural questions.
To bolster the fight against organized crime, Switzerland intends for the Rhine port of Basel to join the European Ports Alliance. The move is aimed at strengthening the exchange of information and establishing uniform security standards with roughly 200 other members, including 50 major European harbours.
The EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse has expanded its 2026 summer flight schedule, adding eight new destinations including Stockholm, Warsaw, and Bodrum. The airport will offer direct flights to around 100 destinations from late March through October.
An interim report on Basel's 'Weed Care' pilot project reveals promising results after three years. Authorities note a significant drop in tobacco co-consumption, reduced health risks, and stable overall cannabis use among participants, with non-smoked products gaining popularity.
Authorities in Basel have reported positive interim results from their 'Weed Care' pilot project for regulated cannabis sales. The study indicates a significant drop in tobacco co-consumption, reduced symptoms of depression and anxiety among participants, and no overall increase in cannabis use.
In a first for the region, the dengue virus has been detected in captured tiger mosquitoes in Basel. Health officials state that while local transmission is theoretically possible, it remains a 'rare event' and there have been no reported cases in Switzerland without a travel background.
In a first for the region, the Basel City cantonal laboratory has detected the dengue virus in captured tiger mosquitoes, raising fresh concerns about local transmission risks and the impact of climate change on public health in Switzerland.
A technical failure in Basel's e-voting system has led to an investigation into possible electoral fraud after 2,000 votes went uncounted. The incident has sparked outrage and threats of legal action from affected Swiss citizens abroad.
A major technical failure in canton Basel City's e-voting system meant 2,048 votes, mostly from Swiss Abroad citizens, could not be counted in the recent national referendums. All attempts to decrypt the electronic ballot box failed, sparking serious concerns about the system's reliability.
A major technical failure in canton Basel City's e-voting system meant that 2,048 electronically cast ballots, mostly from Swiss citizens abroad, could not be opened or counted in Sunday's national referendums, raising serious concerns over the system's reliability.
The Kunstmuseum Basel is launching a new exhibition, 'The First Homosexuals', which traces the artistic formation of new sexual, gender, and identity images since the term 'homosexual' was first used in 1869. The exhibition features around 80 works exploring coded representations and the evolution of depicting sexuality in art.
Switzerland's largest carnival, Basel Fasnacht, has officially begun with the pre-dawn 'Morgestraich' procession. Thousands gathered to witness the illuminated satirical lanterns and hear the piccolos and drums, celebrating a UNESCO-recognized tradition.
Switzerland's carnival season is in full swing with thousands attending Basel's traditional 'Morgestraich'. In contrast, the Bern Carnival is reportedly struggling with dwindling participation, raising questions about the future of the capital's celebration.
A Swiss court in Basel-Country has handed down 15-year jail sentences to three traffickers who attempted to retrieve a 500kg cocaine shipment that was mistakenly delivered to a Nespresso factory in 2022.
The Criminal Court of Basel-Country has sentenced three men to 15 years in prison for their roles in smuggling 500kg of cocaine through Nespresso facilities in 2022. The verdict also includes a 15-year expulsion from Switzerland for the defendants.
Organizers of the 2026 Basel Fasnacht reveal that global uncertainty, including wars and politics, will be prominent themes. In the wake of the Crans-Montana tragedy, the carnival will also see increased fire safety inspections as a precautionary measure.
In Gelterkinden, Baselland Archaeology has unearthed the stone foundation of the 'Weiherhaus', a noble residence from the 14th-15th century that had been sought by historians for nearly 90 years, confirming its location and historical significance.
In a historic move, the three traditionally all-male honour societies ('Ehrengesellschaften') in Basel have admitted two women for the first time in their centuries-long history. The new members celebrated their first Vogel Gryff festival, marking a significant cultural shift.
Artist Katharina Grosse's dramatic color installation at Basel's Messeplatz marks start of Art Basel and celebration of Swiss artist Jean Tinguely's 100th birthday.
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