TIL that termites are one of the planet's most effective bioreactors; they can make up to two liters of hydrogen from consuming a single sheet of paper, which is why they are being studied as a potential renewable energy source. [source, comments]

Swiss Song of the Day 🇨🇭🔫: For more than 2 decades Reggae artist Phenomden sings in Swiss "Patois" and spreads sunny vibes. But don't be fooled by the melodies, the singer also creates conscious content like in this track about banksters after the financial crisis: https://open.spotify.com/track/0S6xtlgIwbIFJGURoQV5jz

TIL that demand for global water will exceed supply by 40% by 2030, and that 11 major cities will be hit the hardest. [source, comments]

Ständemehr und Senioren-Effekt: Für die 13. AHV-Rente wird es eng https://www.watson.ch/!246892686

piracy can’t be stealing is paying for it isn’t owning

Song of the day 🗽🎤: https://open.spotify.com/track/5XnAEMfcOXv0tzn3oPb3JS

Kosovo in Switzerland, Switzerland in Kosovo
Exactly one year ago, the Swiss government joined the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, and others in recognising Kosovo’s independence from Serbia.
For Kosovars in Switzerland, February 27 was a day to celebrate, but not so much for the Swiss-based Serbs.
Around 250,000 people of Kosovo origin live in Switzerland. The connection between these two countries goes way beyond politics and money – it holds deep historical and human ties.
Tap here to read more about this complex yet powerful relationship. 👉 https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/democracy/kosovo-in-switzerland-switzerland-in-kosovo/49049096?utm_campaign=messenger&utm_medium=social&utm_source=telegram&utm_content=o