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Mental Health Report: Swiss Population Turns to AI for Mental Health Support
According to the latest AXA Group Mind Health Report, one in four people in Switzerland suffers from mental health issues. Two-thirds of respondents said that screen time negatively affects their mental well- being, yet AI tools are widely embraced by half of the Swiss population.
US and Iran peace plan full details - end to hostilities “on all fronts” | BBC News
The US- Iran peace plan has been made public - with both sides agreeing to end all hostilities. 14 point memorandum includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz, apparently with no tolls.
First aid: one in two people feel unsure
Around half of the population would not feel confident enough to help in a medical emergency: a joint study by Helsana and the Swiss Red Cross (SRC) reveals considerable uncertainties when it comes to specific first aid interventions. The two partners are in no doubt that people need to practice their first aid skills regularly so they know what to do in an emergency.
Generali expands its commitment to running: new running event in Ascona-Locarno from 2027
Generali is the co-organiser and title partner of the new Generali Run The Sun Ascona-Locarno Marathon, which will take place for the first time on 6 – 7 March 2027, kicking off the running calendar as Switzerland’s earliest event of the year. Created in collaboration with local partners, this new event marks the third pillar of the Generali Running Tour, which now covers all language regions across Switzerland.
Elias Frühauf becomes new Head of Customer and Market
As of 1 September 2026, Elias Frühauf will take over the leadership of CSS’s Customer and Market division. The 44-year-old brings many years of leadership experience in the health insurance sector and combines extensive sales expertise with strong technological competence. With this appointment, CSS marks the beginning of its next strategic period, during which it will further develop the customer experience, personal advisory services, and cross-channel customer support in a targeted manner.
New Executive Chef at the Tschuggen Grand Hotel: Manuel Tumler takes over
Since 1 June 2026, Manuel Tumler has been Executive Chef at the Tschuggen Grand Hotel in Arosa, thereby remaining loyal to the privately owned Swiss hotel group, The Tschuggen Collection.
Barry Callebaut launches Focus for Growth action plan
Focused on restoring fundamentals, prioritizing high-impact growth opportunities and expanding value- added solutions.
Where Tradition and Mediterranean Flair Cross Paths: The Gstaad Palace Celebrates La Dolce Vita
Gstaad – Perfectly timed to coincide with the start of the season on 19 June 2026, the venerable hotel is unveiling a new culinary hotspot: ‘Gildo’s al Fresco’. The casual summer version of ‘Gildo’s’ combines the Italian trattoria atmosphere with the fresh mountain air. The Walig Hut remains classic Swiss and offers Palace guests an authentic Alpine experience high above Gsteig. The sporting highlight of the summer season at the Gstaad Palace is the ‘Roy Emerson Tennis Weeks’. This year, the greatest Grand Slam winner of all time is playing his 52nd and final tennis week.
Groupe Mutuel reports a strong performance for 2025
Groupe Mutuel reports strong financial results for 2025, with a consolidated profit of 115 million Swiss francs. Despite sustained pressure on healthcare costs and intensifying competition, Groupe Mutuel has confirmed the relevance of its strategy and announces strengthened ambitions for the coming years, particularly in terms of diversification and digitalisation.
The OMEGA Watch from the upcoming video game 007 First Light Is Made into Reality
OMEGA continues its legacy in the world of James Bond by unveiling a new timepiece that appears in the action-adventure game, 007 First Light. Designed in collaboration with the game's creators, IO Interactive and Amazon MGM Studios, OMEGA's new Seamaster Diver 300M Chronograph 007 First Light, allows 007 fans to play and dress as the iconic spy.
Audemars Piguet and Swatch register new watch trademark in Switzerland
Zurich – Before the new “Royal Pop” collection officially reached stores worldwide, the collaboration between Audemars Piguet and Swatch had already appeared in the Swiss trademark register.
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