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Hundreds of tenants in Geneva and Lausanne are facing eviction as landlords undertake large-scale energy efficiency renovations, raising tough questions about the social cost of Switzerland's climate goals amid a severe housing shortage.
A push to meet climate targets is colliding with a severe housing crisis as large-scale evictions for energy-related renovations become common in Geneva and Lausanne, displacing hundreds of tenants.
The Musée Artistes Femmes (MAF), Switzerland's first museum exclusively dedicated to showcasing the work of women artists, has opened in Lausanne, addressing the historical underrepresentation of female artists in cultural institutions.
A new institution, the Musée Artistes Femmes (MAF), has opened in Lausanne to provide a dedicated platform for women artists, who remain underrepresented in Swiss museums. The inaugural exhibition, 'Cellules', is now showcasing the work of twelve artists.
Train services in the Lausanne area are severely disrupted and will not fully resume until Wednesday morning, according to Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). The outage was caused by football fans who damaged approximately forty essential cables, prompting extensive repair work and the use of replacement buses.
An investigation into the Lausanne police force has uncovered 'discriminatory messages and sexist situations', leading to urgent calls for reform. A report by a former police commander highlights the need to strengthen the force's managerial, social, and ethical standards to address systemic issues.
An investigation in Lausanne has exposed a major social security fraud scheme involving 41 individuals who allegedly used forged rental agreements to illicitly claim housing benefits, resulting in an estimated CHF1.9 million in damages.
Historic Lausanne Cathedral celebrates 750th anniversary of consecration with ceremony featuring government officials and highlighting its role in Swiss cultural heritage.
Investigation into racist messaging among Lausanne police officers widens as cantonal officer linked to controversial WhatsApp group amid city's unrest.
Investigation uncovers systematic discrimination and racist messages among Lausanne police officers, raising questions about institutional racism in Swiss law enforcement.
Four Lausanne police officers suspended after discovery of racist, sexist, and discriminatory messages in WhatsApp groups, prompting broader investigation and systemic reforms.
Lausanne hosts major national sports event with 65,000 gymnasts from 1,400 clubs competing across 22 disciplines
Swiss Police Officers Association rejects Green Party's initiative to disarm city police during certain missions, citing safety concerns and operational effectiveness.
CHUV becomes Switzerland's first hospital approved to produce medication from fecal bacteria, marking a breakthrough in treating severe intestinal infections.
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