The Federal Council and Parliament will hold a debate on future compulsory service.

Parade of the Circus Knie through Berne, Switzerland, in May of 1949. Onlookers line the road on both sides.

A television at half price, satin bed linen with a 70 percent discount or a closet for a small budget: the discount days around Black Friday sales turn bargain hunters into predators.

Employees at Migros subsidiary Denner can look forward to a pay rise. The discounter is increasing the total payroll for the entire workforce by 2.

Nidwalden The electorate in Nidwalden will decide on the "Child Protection Initiative", which calls for the consent from pupils concerned, or their parents, to be required for medical and health-related measures.

Contrary to the worst fears, Switzerland did not run out of energy last winter. And the situation has eased even further since then.

According to the federal authorities, just under half of the 86,000 young people in Switzerland started basic vocational training after completing their compulsory schooling.

The Swiss population is critical of the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in news production.

The 552nd edition of the Basel Autumn Fair has been opened on Saturday. This year, Switzerland's largest and oldest amusement fair offers 464 stalls, stands and game shops at its seven locations.

In 2022, fewer people in Swiss cities received social assistance than in the previous year, according to a survey by the Städteinitiative Sozialpolitik.

The Swiss labor market is proving robust despite challenges. In particular, demand for professionals in the machinery, electrical and metal (MEM) industries is holding up, according to the Swiss Job Market Index from staffing firm Adecco.

The electorate has the final say in the dispute over planned pension cuts for cantonal employees.

The ecstasy active ingredient MDMA is effective in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder.

The Geneva Freeport holds the world's largest and most secretive art collection.

Spending time in nature is not only a good way to lift our spirits, but it can also add years to our lives.

Switzerland experienced one of its biggest storms in years overnight Tuesday -- lightning, hail, heat and high winds -- that diverted flights, trains and affected residents.

A highly complex case involving a South African Olympic Runner, her natural hormone levels and her ability to compete against other women has landed back on Switzerland's doorstep.

Swiss continue to decrease their CO2 emissions thanks to a variety of lifestyle changes and passive additions to buildings, according to the Federal Government.