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CSL Behring has completed a restructuring at its Bern site that eliminated just under 10% of jobs, although more than 100 new roles were created during the transformation. The company says the changes are intended to strengthen the site’s long-term competitiveness.
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Business
The Australian pharmaceutical group CSL Behring has completed a transformation process at its Bern site, resulting in a reduction of its workforce by just under 10%. The company stated the move strengthens its long-term competitiveness.
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Crime
An investigation has been launched following a suspected arson attack at the Romanian embassy in Bern. A burning object was reportedly placed near the embassy fence, causing a fire that was extinguished by embassy staff. The incident resulted in property damage but no injuries.
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Environment
The destructive Japanese beetle has been detected in the Swiss capital and the nearby town of Köniz, forcing cantonal authorities to implement immediate measures across 21 municipalities to combat its spread and protect local agriculture.
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Social Issues
An incident where a trans woman was removed by police from a women-only section of a Bern swimming pool has sparked a nationwide debate on trans rights, public spaces, and the adaptation of Swiss society to accommodate its queer community.
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LGBTQ+
The police detention of a trans woman in the women's section of Bern's Marzilibad public pool has ignited controversy, with supporters alleging disproportionate use of force and critics raising questions about access to single-gender spaces, prompting a wider debate on transgender rights.
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Politics
In a landmark decision, the Bernese cantonal parliament has voted to include feminicide as a separate category in its crime statistics, a move aimed at making patriarchal violence against women more visible, as no Swiss institution currently documents this type of crime systematically.
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Environment
The major project to clear a World War II ammunition depot in Mitholz, Bernese Oberland, has been delayed by two years to 2047. The setback is due to unexpectedly high levels of contaminated material, which complicates the excavation and treatment process and extends the required evacuation period for local residents.
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Immigration
A 93-year-old Chinese woman must leave Switzerland, a Bern administrative court has ruled, despite being cared for by her Swiss-citizen daughter. The court decided her dependency on her daughter was not sufficiently proven, raising questions about compassionate grounds in immigration law.
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Law Enforcement
The cantonal police force in Bern is launching a pilot project this summer utilizing 30 officers who possess an above-average ability to recognize and memorize faces, aiming to enhance efforts in tracking down violent criminals.
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Law Enforcement
The cantonal police in Bern are set to deploy officers with exceptional facial recognition abilities in a new pilot project. This article investigates how these 'super-recognisers' will aid in criminal investigations and the debate surrounding the effectiveness and privacy implications of this human-centric surveillance method.
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Politics
An anti-consumerist alliance in the Swiss capital has launched a people's initiative to ban all commercial advertising from public view, sparking a debate on urban aesthetics, public influence, and the city's multimillion-franc revenue from ad space rentals.
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Weather
A sudden return of winter weather has caused significant disruption across Switzerland, with heavy snowfall forcing the temporary closure of the Gotthard Tunnel and leading to widespread power outages in the Diemtigtal valley.
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Crime
The Bern office of Israeli defense contractor Elbit Systems suffered tens of thousands of francs in damages after an individual gained access and smashed equipment. Police have launched an investigation into the targeted act of vandalism.
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Culture
Switzerland's carnival season is in full swing with thousands attending Basel's traditional 'Morgestraich'. In contrast, the Bern Carnival is reportedly struggling with dwindling participation, raising questions about the future of the capital's celebration.
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Business
Australian pharmaceutical company CSL Behring is planning to reduce its workforce at its Bern location. The cuts are expected to affect various functions and exceed the threshold for a mandatory consultation process.
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Australian pharmaceutical firm CSL Behring has announced plans for significant job cuts at its Bern facility. The move, reportedly affecting around 180 employees, has triggered a mandatory consultation procedure due to the scale of the planned redundancies.
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heritage
A CHF800,000 project to protect the ancient UNESCO World Heritage pile dwelling settlements on Lake Inkwil from beaver damage has been completed. Special grids and gravel mixtures have been installed to preserve the archaeological site for future generations.
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Protest
Tense scenes unfolded outside the Iranian embassy in Bern as police deployed tear gas during a protest against the Iranian regime. A separate, peaceful demonstration orchestrated by Free Iran Switzerland also took place in Zurich.
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Politics
After a half-century political process, the town of Moutier has celebrated its official transfer from the canton of Bern to the canton of Jura, marking a significant milestone in resolving the long-standing 'Jura question'.
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