Credit Suisse on Paradeplatz is now definitely history

The time-honored CS building at Paradeplatz 8 is now emblazoned with UBS logos. The re-branding is a further step on the way to the new UBS Campus Paradeplatz, the last remaining major Swiss bank announced on Friday.

Swissquote posts strong earnings growth in 2024 thanks to good market environment

The online bank Swissquote significantly increased its income and profit in 2024 and also clearly exceeded its own forecasts. The bank benefited from the favorable conditions on the financial markets and not least from last year's crypto boom.

Alcaraz still four wins away from a career Grand Slam

Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz (ATP 3) is still four wins away from winning the Australian Open for the first time. These are the facts of the sixth day of the tournament.

Swiss films recorded more admissions in 2024

Swiss films performed particularly well in cinemas in 2024. They recorded over 907,000 admissions, as reported by the Federal Statistical Office on Friday. This corresponds to a market share of almost 9 percent.

Migros continues to grow in 2024

Migros continued to grow last year. The "orange giant" increased sales by 1.6 percent to 32.5 billion Swiss francs, as the retailer announced in a press release on Friday.

Slow return to Los Angeles fire zones - 27 dead

The dangerous high winds in Southern California have subsided, but just over a week after the outbreak of the devastating fires, the death toll continues to rise.

How safe Davos is at the WEF - police and army now provide information

Probably the safest place in the world will be Davos next week. The WEF is entering the next round. On Friday, the cantonal police of Graubünden and the army will provide information on the security arrangements for the whole week.

Top favorite cancels as Amherd's successor

Following Viola Amherd's announcement that she will be stepping down at the end of the year, the carousel of candidates is spinning. These politicians could take over her office.

Truck crashes into broken BMW - total loss

On Friday morning, a truck crashes into a broken-down BMW on the A1 near Wettingen AG. Extensive material damage is caused.

Another rockfall near Brienz GR

On January 4, a large amount of rock came loose above Brienz GR. This led to a "sudden increase in speed".

Migros achieves record sales in 2024

Despite all the turbulence during the Group's restructuring, Migros continued to grow last year. Sales rose by 1.6 percent to 32.5 billion Swiss francs. That is a new record.

Now FINMA is taking aim at health insurance companies

The Financial Market Supervisory Authority has identified considerable shortcomings in supplementary insurance. It is now threatening to take strict measures to increase transparency.

Farmy is bought - small investors lose their money

The online farm store Farmy is being taken over by wholesaler Pico, which means financial losses for many investors. Dominique Locher explains the background.

Unknown persons shoot fireworks through window - house on fire

There was a fire in a house in Willisau on Wednesday afternoon. It was caused by fireworks shot into the house by unknown persons. The Lucerne police are looking for witnesses.

Federal Councillor Albert Rösti feels comfortable at the head of the Federal Department of the Interior

Federal Councillor Albert Rösti feels at home in the Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and Communications (DETEC). He said this in an interview with the platform nau.ch after being asked about a move to the Department of Defense.

Former Prime Minister Imran Khan sentenced to 14 years in prison

The former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison in a corruption case. Khan's co-defendant wife Bushra Bibi received seven years in prison.

St. Gallen Council of States member Benedikt Würth does not want to become a Federal Councillor

St. Gallen Council of States member Benedikt Würth (center) has spoken out against a possible candidacy for the Federal Council. "Becoming a Federal Councillor is no longer in my life plans," he wrote in a press release on Friday.

Tiktok can hope for a reprieve in the USA

The clock is ticking for Tiktok: the video app faces the end in the USA if it does not change hands by Sunday. But neither the old nor the future US government seem to want the ban.

WHO appeals for donations in view of the conflicts in the world

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), an unprecedented number of crises are putting millions of people's lives at risk. It is asking governments and other donors for donations totaling 1.5 billion dollars.

Belinda Bencic reaches the round of 16 - Naomi Osaka retires

Belinda Bencic reaches the round of 16 at the Australian Open in Melbourne. Naomi Osaka retires injured in the 3rd round after losing the first set.

Fiala scores twice in Kings' resounding win

Kevin Fiala ends a five-game drought on Friday night. The Swiss forward scores in his Los Angeles Kings' 5-1 win at the Vancouver Canucks.

For publishers, retailers and readers, New Adult is more than just a book

The New Adult book genre is a stroke of luck for the industry. Trade fair appearances specifically for the genre are reminiscent of Taylor Swift concerts, authors go on tour, there are smaller festivals - because readers are extremely keen to buy.

Parents tend to favor girls, according to study

According to a study, parents tend to favor girls and particularly dutiful and sociable children. A German expert praises the study but warns that the results should be interpreted with caution.

Brooke Shields talks about difficult marriage to Andre Agassi

In her biography, Brooke Shields reveals details about her marriage to Andre Agassi. She describes him as jealous and controlling.

Toyota division to pay 1.6 billion dollars in the USA

Toyota's truck division Hino Motors is to pay 1.6 billion dollars in the USA for emissions fraud. Hino agreed on this amount with US authorities, as announced by the Department of Justice.

China's economy reaches government growth target

According to official figures, China's economy grew by five percent last year. This was announced by the Beijing Statistics Office. This means that the government's growth target of "around five percent" was achieved.

Brazil's ex-president Bolsonaro cannot attend Trump's swearing-in ceremony

Brazilian ex-head of state Jair Bolsonaro will not get his passport back to attend the swearing-in ceremony of future US President Donald Trump. The politician still poses a flight risk, declared Brazil's highest court.

SpaceX loses contact with upper stage of Starship rocket

The US aerospace company SpaceX has lost contact with the upper stage of its Starship mega rocket during a test flight. The company had previously managed to recover the lower rocket stage.

Because the forests are burning, the glaciers are melting faster

The fact that glaciers are melting so quickly is alarming scientists. Forest fires are accelerating the trend. 2025 is therefore the "Year of Glacier Conservation".

Is the volcano under Europe's largest glacier about to erupt?

It is bubbling under Bárdarbunga in Iceland. A volcanologist believes that the volcano under Europe's largest glacier will "eventually" erupt.

Swiss marriage fraudster swindles thousands of francs

He swindled several women out of thousands of francs. The scam of the "marriage swindler": approaching women who were in a difficult phase of their lives.