All parties throw around the term justice. But what is really fair? A little theory might help. Justice is not achieved through a party, but in court Photo: Panama Pictures/imago Again and again, parties swear how extremely “fair” things would be if they were entrusted with power. In doing so, they alienate this concept and … Read more
End of artistic freedom in Eastern Europe? When culture ministries become fighting ministries The dismissal of cultural managers by the Slovak Minister of Culture Martina Šimkovičová was only the latest incident. Cultural ministries in many illiberal states in the East are being transformed into “frontline ministries”. They are fighting against liberal values. Doesn’t take facts … Read more
Bitter start to the season | August 29, 2024 In the first game of the new season, Wacker Thun had to admit defeat away at HC Kriens-Luzern with a clear 34:23. The Oberland team was unable to find its rhythm for long stretches. Thun tried hard, but in the end they were unable to do … Read more
In view of the massive shortage of nursery teachers and the difficulties municipalities face in offering childcare to all children, the Baden-Württemberg Association of Cities is calling for a review of the legal right to a daycare place. “One should not declare an unconditional legal right to daycare as sacrosanct, but must be open and … Read more
Basel win with Shaqiri comeback | August 25, 2024 Euphoria on and off the pitch in Basel: Fabio Celestini’s team celebrates its third championship victory in a row with a 2-0 win at home against Yverdon and welcomes Xherdan Shaqiri. And thanks to its first championship victory against Sion, GC gave up last place in … Read more
We want to know from children what questions they are concerned about. This question comes from Ella, 7 years old. Rehearsals for the emergency: A child plays shop Photo: Dreamstime/imago Dear Ella, you probably hear adults saying all the time: I have to go to work now. “Have to” is a word that you have … Read more
Is the resolution of the objection delayed? | 26. August 2024 Four out of five donor hearts for children have recently been imported from abroad. This is one of the reasons why the mortality rate of children who depend on a donor heart has fallen to 15 percent, said Franz Immer, director of Swisstransplant. Franz … Read more
The special thing about these short videos: viewers get personal insights into private apartments with their very own stories. It’s like looking through a keyhole. Or the crack in a door. What normally remains hidden comes to light through the format. Simpson has already uploaded several videos of this kind to Tiktok, Instagram and YouTube. … Read more
What’s special about these short videos: Viewers get a personal look at private spaces with their own stories. It’s like looking through a keyhole. Or the crack in a door. What remains usually hidden becomes apparent through the form. Simpson has already uploaded several such videos to Tiktok, Instagram and YouTube. He films an artist … Read more
“champagne problems” | 21. August 2024 Hit your thumb with a hammer? No, it’s not that bad after all – but things aren’t going well with the Swiss celebrity sweet home. Or at least not with their construction. Complaints and botches spoil the feeling of construction. It’s not so good if you can’t build your … Read more