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Historian André Holenstein says Switzerland’s long-standing image of self-sufficient independence overlooks the country’s historical and economic dependence on surrounding powers. His comments come as Parliament considers the latest package of agreements with the European Union.
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Switzerland
The Swiss Federal Intelligence Service has published its 217-page dossier on Josef Mengele after acknowledging that it wrongly blocked access to the archive. The release sheds light on Switzerland’s handling of intelligence records connected to Nazi crimes and the legal limits of historical secrecy.
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Switzerland
France and Switzerland have celebrated the inscription of the 1516 Treaty of Fribourg, known as the Eternal Peace, in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register. The ceremony also marked the first reunion in 510 years of the treaty’s two original copies.
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culture
The ALPS Alpine Museum in Bern has returned a 15th-century saint statue to the municipality of Baltschieder in canton Valais, its original home. The repatriation, celebrated with a helicopter transport, marks a shift in how museums handle cultural artifacts from Alpine regions.
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politics
A new examination of federal archives reveals that Swiss police secretly monitored at least 39 government ministers, including future presidents like Christoph Blocher and Ruth Dreifuss, between 1930 and 1989. The surveillance was part of the notorious 'Secret Files Scandal', with files opened based on the officials' political activities in their youth.
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archaeology
In a rare find, archaeologists in Windisch, canton of Aargau, have unearthed the charred remains of a 2,000-year-old Roman flatbread, offering new insights into the daily life and diet of the Vindonissa settlement.
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archaeology
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.
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culture
Historic Lausanne Cathedral celebrates 750th anniversary with ceremony featuring Federal Councillor Guy Parmelin, highlighting its cultural and institutional significance.
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culture
Historic Lausanne Cathedral celebrates 750th anniversary of consecration with ceremony featuring government officials and highlighting its role in Swiss cultural heritage.
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history
Flore-Alpe botanical garden foundation reveals founder's connections to German war economy, prompts name change
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history
Historical investigation reveals Flore-Alpe botanical garden founder's connections to German war economy during 1940-1944
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archaeology
Archaeological excavation in canton Jura uncovers significant prehistoric settlement with pottery and jewelry dating back to 1,050-650 BC at planned waste disposal center.
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archaeology
Archaeologists uncover well-preserved remains of ancient Roman bridge in canton Bern, including over 300 oak piles and artifacts from daily Roman life.
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archaeology
Archaeological find reveals well-preserved oak structures and artifacts from daily Roman life
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science
Rare Lariosaurus discovery provides new insights into ancient swimming behavior
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history
Century-old 'Rigikrankheit' environmental scandal revealed through defamation trial, explaining mysterious illnesses that once plagued visitors to the famous Swiss mountain.
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culture
Geneva's Red Cross Museum launches innovative 'Tuning In' exhibition, showcasing unique humanitarian sound archives and shared human experiences.
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culture
Special events and exhibition planned to mark anniversary of philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche, who served as professor at the University of Basel from 1869 to 1879.
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education
University of Basel launches events and exhibition featuring original documents to mark 125th anniversary of philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche's death.
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history
Historic memorial ceremony in Ticino marks the installation of 'stumble stones' honoring Italian partisans who died fleeing fascism to Switzerland in 1944.
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