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Niederwangen
Niederwangen Tragedy: 32-Year-Old Charged with Child Murder
26 January 2024
In Niederwangen, a 32-year-old woman faces murder charges for the death of an eight-year-old, stirring profound shock across Switzerland.
Swiss Nuclear Power Plant: 22 Incidents Reported in 2023
25 January 2024
Swiss Nuclear Power Plant experiences 22 reportable incidents in 2023, yet maintains strict safety compliance, ensuring no harm to people or environment.
Tourist Death: Tragic Avalanche in Valais Claims Ski Tourer’s Life
25 January 2024
A tourist succumbs to an avalanche while ski touring near La Fouly, highlighting the risks of mountain adventures.
SBB Advice Postponing Travel: Almost all German Connections Cancelled
24 January 2024
Germany's latest rail strike causes unprecedented cancellations and delays. Swiss travelers face major disruptions in train services to and from Germany.
Fire in Lucerne
Fire in Lucerne Early this Morning: 3 Children Missing
22 January 2024
Fire in Lucerne Engulfs Home, Leaving Three Children Unaccounted For A devastating fire in Lucerne has left the community in shock.
Bernese Oberland
Bernese Oberland -36.6°C New Winter Lows
20 January 2024
Unprecedented Cold Hits Bernese Oberland with Record Low Temperatures Switzerland's recent cold wave brought astonishingly low temperatures, with Bernese Oberland experiencing one of the most severe drops.
Rafael Grossi
Rafael Grossi Believes in a Bright Nuclear Future for Switzerland
19 January 2024
IAEA Chief Rafael Grossi lauds Swiss nuclear energy, anticipates its vital role in the nation's future.
Werner Luginbühl
Werner Luginbühl Cautions Power Supply Problems Next Year
18 January 2024
Werner Luginbühl's Cautionary Words on Switzerland's Winter Power Supply Werner Luginbühl, President of the Swiss Federal Electricity Commission (Elcom), has issued a cautionary statement regarding the upcoming winter's power supply.
3000 people at Palestine rally in Basel
14 January 2024
Over 3,000 Gather in Basel for Pro-Palestinian Rally, Advocating for Ceasefire and Action Around 3000 people gathered on Theaterplatz in Basel on Saturday afternoon for the second national pro-Palestinian rally.
Over one million asylum applications in EU+ last year
14 January 2024
Over a Million Asylum Applications in EU+ in 2023, with Germany Leading as Top Destination According to a media report, the number of asylum applications in the European Union plus Norway and Switzerland - referred to as EU+ - broke through the million mark in 2023 for the first time since 2016.
Key Highlights from WEF 2024 in Davos
12 January 2024
Navigating Global Challenges: Insights from the World Economic Forum 2024 War The wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, possible new pandemics, climate change, and cyberattacks: At the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos GR, 2,800 guests from politics, business, and society will be discussing current challenges from Monday.
Zurich Film Festival
Zurich Film Festival’s New Manager from Disney
10 January 2024
Zurich Film Festival (ZFF) gain Hollywood Expertise Zurich Film Festival Welcomes Roger Crotti ZFF, a beacon of cinematic excellence, is set to embark on a new chapter.
Starbucks in Switzerland: 30 New Locations Coming in 2024
8 January 2024
Starbucks' Swiss Expansion: Brewing New Experiences Across the Nation While the price of Starbucks in Switzerland is quiet high at around $10 per drink.
police basel
Basel Police Patrol Threatened New Years Morning
2 January 2024
Reports coming in from the Basel-Stadt cantonal police are expressing concern over an incident that occurred in the early hours of the new year.
Exploring the Enchanting Christmas Markets of Switzerland
29 November 2023
As the festive season approaches, Switzerland eagerly prepares to transform its towns and cities into enchanting wonderlands adorned with twinkling lights, aromatic spices, and jovial spirit.
“Rendez-vous Bundesplatz” attracts around 385,000 visitors
27 November 2023
The "Mystic" program at the 13th edition of "Rendez-vous Bundesplatz" attracted around 385,000 visitors.
Montreux Jazz Festival 2024 anchored anew in the heart of the city
23 November 2023
The Montreux Jazz Festival (MJF) has to reinvent itself for its 2024 edition. Because the congress center is being renovated, there will be a stage on the lake for the 58th edition.
Exploring the Charm of the Traditional Swiss Onion Market
20 November 2023
Nestled within the heart of Switzerland lies a cherished tradition that has stood the test of time—the Swiss Onion Market, or Zibelemärit.

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