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The 2026 Swiss Federal Shooting Festival recently drew 100,000 visitors, celebrating a deeply rooted tradition. However, this article explores the costly environmental aftermath, as thousands of disused shooting ranges across the country are now classified as contaminated sites requiring extensive and expensive remediation.
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Aromat
A corporate reshuffle involving Unilever and Knorr has cast doubt on the future of the iconic Swiss seasoning Aromat, sparking a petition from concerned fans to keep its production within Switzerland.
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Business
A petition has been started to secure the future of Aromat production in Switzerland, as a proposed merger involving parent company Unilever raises fears that the iconic brand's manufacturing could be offshored, threatening 180 jobs.
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Finance
Despite a cultural attachment to paper money, Switzerland is rapidly adopting digital payments. Now, a popular initiative set for a vote in March aims to enshrine cash in the constitution, highlighting a national debate on privacy, security, and the future of money.
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Environment
In an effort to raise awareness about declining populations, the conservation organization Pro Natura has named the hedgehog as the Swiss Animal of the Year for 2026. The group warns that the beloved mammal is rapidly losing suitable habitats in both agricultural and urban areas.
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Society
Federal statistics reveal dramatic changes in Swiss attitudes toward gender roles, with two-thirds now supporting same-sex parenting and traditional breadwinner model falling to 25%.
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Society
New national survey reveals Swiss prioritize honesty over career success, challenging modern work-life narratives.
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