Latest Explainer news and updates from Switzerland. AI-curated articles covering Explainer topics.
Swiss voters will decide on March 8th whether to replace the current system of joint taxation for married couples with individual taxation. This explainer breaks down what's at stake and how the proposed changes could impact households across the country.
An analysis of the market forces causing an increase in long-term fixed-rate mortgages, a paradoxical trend that impacts homeowners and buyers even as the Swiss National Bank holds its key interest rate at zero.
A cultural guide to the traditions of Epiphany on January 6th in Switzerland, from sharing the 'Galette des Rois' cake to find the hidden king to understanding which cantons observe it as a public holiday.
Switzerland is experiencing a milk surplus of approximately 126 million kilograms, leading the industry to cut prices. This article explores the reasons behind the oversupply, the economic impact on Swiss farmers, and the new pricing strategy intended to provide greater stability.
With 21 living ex-presidents, Switzerland's political system is unique. This article delves into the annually rotating presidency and the role of the seven-member Federal Council, which functions as a collective head of state, with the president acting as 'first among equals' with no additional powers.
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