12:00 PM·environment
Toxic Cocktail: 135 Pesticides Found in Swiss Rivers
National study reveals 23 pesticides at hazardous levels in waterways, exceeding safety limits by up to 100 times and threatening aquatic ecosystems
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Environmental Alert: 135 Pesticides Found in Swiss Waterways
New national study reveals concerning levels of pesticide contamination in Swiss rivers, with 23 substances exceeding safety thresholds for aquatic life.
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08:00 AM·environment
Swiss waterways under 'severe pressure' as aquatic life struggles
Federal study reveals concerning state of fish and aquatic plants in Swiss rivers and lakes, with human activity significantly impacting ecosystem health.
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12:00 PM·environment
Swiss Waters in Crisis: Fish and Aquatic Life Under 'Severe Pressure'
Federal Office for Environment warns of critical situation in Swiss waterways as fish stocks and aquatic plants suffer from human activity, pollution and construction impacts.
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04:00 PM·environment
Central Swiss Lakes Achieve Excellence in Water Quality Testing
All 65 bathing sites across 13 lakes in Central Switzerland receive top marks for water quality, setting new standards for public swimming safety
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04:00 PM·environment
Swiss Research Reveals Complex Nature of Toxic Algae Control
Federal Institute finds no universal solution for combating toxic algae blooms in Swiss lakes, highlighting need for lake-specific approaches
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08:00 AM·health
Bottled Water Safety Concerns: Most Swiss Brands Test Positive for TFA
Recent testing reveals 10 out of 13 bottled water brands in Switzerland contain concerning levels of trifluoroacetic acid (TFA), raising health and environmental concerns.
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