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Rail strike underway in Germany – Deutsche Bahn advises against traveling
November 16, 2023
Following the start of a 20-hour warning strike, Deutsche Bahn has asked its passengers to refrain from non-essential travel or postpone journeys this Thursday.
“Perceived inflation” higher than official inflation rate in October
November 16, 2023
In October, so-called "perceived inflation" once again exceeded the official inflation rate of the Federal Statistical Office.
Birdlife Switzerland implements 150 nature conservation projects
November 16, 2023
Birdlife Switzerland has implemented 150 small and large nature conservation projects in the last two years.
Zurich justice director criticizes herself in the Brian case
November 16, 2023
Zurich's Director of Justice Jacqueline Fehr has practiced self-criticism in the Brian Keller case: "Looking back, I probably watched too long and allowed myself to be placated for too long.
Paul Grüninger Foundation honors Polish refugee aid worker
November 16, 2023
Paula Weremiuk from Narewka on the Polish-Belarusian border receives the Paul Grüninger Prize, endowed with 50,000 Swiss francs.
Macron on the second day of his state visit to Lausanne and Geneva
November 16, 2023
Emmanuel Macron will continue his two-day state visit to Switzerland on Thursday.
Flood warning for the Rhine near Basel
November 16, 2023
The danger of flooding in Basel has been averted: Swissalert gave the all-clear for the affected section of the Rhine from the mouth of the Aare to Basel on Thursday night.
Driver with a “fabulous” 2.40 per mille in Illnau-Effretikon ZH
November 15, 2023
On Wednesday morning in Illnau-Effretikon ZH, the police pulled a driver with a "fabulous" 2.
Security Council votes in favor of Gaza resolution with ceasefire demand
November 15, 2023
The UN Security Council has adopted a Gaza resolution calling for a ceasefire lasting several days.
Relations with the EU are a key topic during Macron’s state visit
November 15, 2023
Following an initial exchange with French President Emmanuel Macron in Bern, President Alain Berset emphasized Switzerland's proximity to Europe.
Macron respects Swiss neutrality on arms re-export
November 15, 2023
French President Emanuel Macron respects Swiss neutrality on the issue of the refusal to re-export war material to Ukraine.
Council of States committee wants to spare farmers from austerity measures
November 15, 2023
According to the Finance Committee of the Council of States (FK-S), agriculture should be spared further austerity measures.
Verdict in UBS tax fraud trial in Paris with light and shade
November 15, 2023
The UBS tax fraud trial in France is going into extra time. The country's highest court has finally found the major bank guilty of unlawful client solicitation and serious money laundering.
Berset emphasizes “stable relations” with the EU after Macron meeting
November 15, 2023
Following an initial working exchange with French President Emmanuel Macron, President Alain Berset emphasized Switzerland's proximity to Europe.
Iranian Foreign Minister meets UN Emergency Relief Coordinator
November 15, 2023
Iranian Foreign Minister Hussein Amirabdollahian has met with UN Emergency Relief Coordinator Martin Griffiths in Geneva.
Flood risk largely averted after three days of continuous rain
November 15, 2023
After three days of continuous rain, the flood risk on the northern slopes of the Alps largely calmed down on Wednesday.
Swiss bishops visit Pope to deal with sexual abuse
November 15, 2023
Pope Francis received the President of the Swiss Bishops' Conference (SBK), Felix Gmür, and the Bishop of Chur, Joseph Bonnemain, on Wednesday.
Young man found dead in Lower Valais
November 15, 2023
A 24-year-old man has been found dead in Trient in Lower Valais VS. The Valais public prosecutor's office has opened an investigation.

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