“The MoonSwatch is an absolute stroke of commercial genius”

The Geneva Watch Days open this Monday in the city of Calvin. The opportunity to see that watchmaking is doing well in the company of Jean-Christophe Babin, CEO of the Bulgari brand. Until Thursday, September 1, the watchmaking high mass will be set up in Geneva and intended for both specialists and the general public. … Read more

The City of Geneva asks for an extension of 5 million for energy

The galloping rise in energy costs spares no one: the Administrative Council of the City of Geneva foresees a credit overrun of 5 million francs for the year 2022. The budget initially planned for energy was 7 million : it could rise to 12 million. Lighting buildings, turning on computers or even using household appliances: … Read more

Detect diabetes before the first symptoms appear

Geneva researchers have discovered a molecule which makes it possible to identify diabetes before the appearance of the first symptoms. A simple blood test followed by an inexpensive test would detect the disease and take action before the situation is irreversible. In Switzerland, almost 500,000 people have diabetes. This metabolic disorder is constantly increasing under … Read more

A validated monkeypox vaccine

Monkeypox continues to spread around the world. The WHO says it is concerned about the increase in cases. A vaccine has just been approved. Monkeypox is a disease that is characterized by high fever and rashes but is generally mild. Almost all cases result from sexual intercourse, according to the latest studies. 15,300 cases have … Read more

Swiss Open Geneva, the underside of a wheelchair tennis tournament

The 35th edition of the Swiss Open Geneva is in full swing. This wheelchair tennis tournament takes place in Vessy: athletes from all over the world compete there until Saturday. This competition requires special supervision, from the team of physiotherapists to the maintenance of the wheelchairs. Raphaël Gremion is the Swiss number 1 wheelchair tennis … Read more