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Swiss Court Orders Refugee Families Back to Greece

Federal Administrative Court rules refugee families must return to Greece despite challenging conditions, marking shift in asylum policy

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Swiss Court Orders Refugee Families Back to Greece

12:00 PM·finance

Switzerland Strengthens Anti-Money Laundering Regulations

Parliament finalizes new money laundering rules requiring enhanced due diligence from lawyers and advisors for transactions above CHF5 million.

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Switzerland Strengthens Anti-Money Laundering Regulations

08:00 AM·law

Switzerland Enshrines Non-Violent Parenting in Law

Swiss Parliament approves amendment to Civil Code explicitly banning violence in child-rearing, establishing counseling services for families facing parenting challenges.

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Switzerland Enshrines Non-Violent Parenting in Law

08:00 AM·animals

Zurich Implements Strict Rottweiler Ownership Controls

Nine Rottweiler owners face legal action in Zurich as new licensing requirements take effect, affecting nearly 300 registered dogs in the canton.

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Zurich Implements Strict Rottweiler Ownership Controls

12:00 PM·law

Ticino Proposes Mandatory Reporting Law for Church Crimes

Canton moves to strengthen accountability with new legislation requiring immediate reporting of criminal offenses within religious institutions.

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Ticino Proposes Mandatory Reporting Law for Church Crimes

04:00 PM·law

Diplomatic Status Blocks Residency Rights for Long-term Residents

Federal Administrative Court rules diplomatic legitimation cards cannot count toward regular residency permits, affecting families of international organization staff.

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Diplomatic Status Blocks Residency Rights for Long-term Residents

08:00 AM·animal welfare

Unique Swiss Law Prohibits Chicken Eyewear

Switzerland's strict animal welfare laws include unusual provisions, such as banning glasses and contact lenses for poultry, highlighting the country's comprehensive approach to animal protection.

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Unique Swiss Law Prohibits Chicken Eyewear

08:00 AM·politics

Switzerland to Introduce National CHF300 Fine for Littering

The Swiss government launches consultation on uniform nationwide penalties for littering, with fines ranging from CHF100-300 based on waste volume.

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Switzerland to Introduce National CHF300 Fine for Littering

08:00 AM·business

Nestlé Faces CHF500,000 Fine for Unauthorized Water Filtering

Swiss food giant penalized for illegal use of activated carbon filters in Henniez mineral water production from 2008 to 2022.

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Nestlé Faces CHF500,000 Fine for Unauthorized Water Filtering

04:00 PM·environment

Switzerland proposes CHF 300 national littering fine

Federal government launches consultation on uniform nationwide penalties for littering, with fines ranging from CHF 100 to 300 based on waste volume.

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Switzerland proposes CHF 300 national littering fine

04:00 PM·technology

Switzerland to Implement Stricter Copyright Rules for Tech Giants

New legislation targets major online platforms like Google, requiring payment for news snippet usage in breakthrough digital media reform.

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Switzerland to Implement Stricter Copyright Rules for Tech Giants

08:00 AM·law

Parliament Approves New Criminal Code for Stalking

Swiss parliament has unanimously agreed to make stalking a criminal offense, introducing clear legal consequences for obsessive harassment.

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Parliament Approves New Criminal Code for Stalking

12:00 PM·law

Switzerland Makes Stalking a Criminal Offense

Swiss parliament unanimously approves legislation to criminalize stalking, marking a significant step forward in protecting victims of harassment

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Switzerland Makes Stalking a Criminal Offense

12:00 PM·law

OECD Calls for Enhanced Whistleblower Protection in Switzerland

Switzerland faces pressure to strengthen anti-corruption measures and improve whistleblower protection after 20-year delay in implementing OECD recommendations.

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OECD Calls for Enhanced Whistleblower Protection in Switzerland

12:00 PM·law

Swiss Parliament Rejects Law to Protect Rape Victims

Senate votes against making failure to assist rape victims punishable, sparking debate about sexual violence legislation.

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Swiss Parliament Rejects Law to Protect Rape Victims

04:00 PM·media

Swiss Prosecutors Raid Financial Blog in Banking Secrecy Investigation

Zurich authorities search Inside Paradeplatz offices and editor's home in criminal probe related to alleged banking secrecy violations in Raiffeisen case.

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Swiss Prosecutors Raid Financial Blog in Banking Secrecy Investigation

08:00 AM·immigration

Federal Court Ruling Could Ease Swiss Naturalization Process

Landmark decision challenges strict naturalization policies after court sides with applicant in traffic offense case

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Federal Court Ruling Could Ease Swiss Naturalization Process

08:00 AM·citizenship

Supreme Court Ruling Could Ease Swiss Citizenship Requirements

A landmark Federal Supreme Court decision challenges strict naturalization policies, potentially changing how traffic offenses impact citizenship applications.

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