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Storm Benjamin Ravages Switzerland as Iconic Weather Frog Retires

Nature and tradition collide as Storm Benjamin wreaks havoc—just as Switzerland’s beloved weather mascot bows out. A week of extremes unfolds.

In this image there is a conference in which there are people sitting in chair and listening to the...
In this image there is a conference in which there are people sitting in chair and listening to the people who are on the stage. It seems like an event in which there is a conversation between the media people and the owners. At the background there is a big hoarding and the wall beside it.

Storm Benjamin Ravages Switzerland as Iconic Weather Frog Retires

A powerful storm, dubbed 'Benjamin', has battered Switzerland, with winds reaching up to 145 km/h, causing significant disruption across the region. This fierce weather event arrived as the country's iconic weather frog retired after 30 years of service on the Meteo roof, marking a significant shift in Swiss meteorology. Meanwhile, concerns grow over rising youth smoking rates in Aarau, and two satirists continue their sharp commentary on current affairs, including the recent weather events and public health warnings. The mix of extreme weather, public health issues, and cultural shifts marks a busy period for the country, as global politics and sports events continue to unfold.

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