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Roller Skater Dies in Zurich After Collision with Truck
October 16, 2023
On Monday morning in Zurich, a scooter rider died after a collision with a truck.
Mammoth Tooth Found in the Oberaargau During the Ice Age
October 16, 2023
Employees of the Kieswerk Wynau quarry in the Bernese Oberaargau have discovered the tusk of a mammoth with a digger.
Evacuation of SBB Train between Bern and Olten after Collision with Deer
October 16, 2023
On Monday morning, there were disruptions on the main railway line between Olten SO and Bern due to a collision between a train and a deer at Thunstetten shortly after 9am.
Donations for Ukraine Lead to New Record
October 16, 2023
In 2022, a record amount of 2.5 billion Swiss francs was donated in Switzerland, largely due to donations to Ukraine.
Train of Swiss Federal Railways between Bern and Olten evacuated after collision with animals.
October 16, 2023
On Monday morning, there were disruptions on the main railway line between Olten SO and Bern due to a collision between a train and animals near Thunstetten shortly after 9am.
Train Derailment Causes Short-Term Delays in the Waadt.
October 15, 2023
On Sunday, a gravel transport wagon derailed between Ependes (VD) and Yverdon-les-Bains (VD).
E-Bike Rider Dies After Collision with Street Lamp in Embrach
October 15, 2023
A 29-year-old e-bike rider died on Saturday morning in Embrach, Zurich, after crashing into a street lamp.
First Snowflakes in the Mountains
October 15, 2023
The weekend brought the first snow to the Swiss mountains, with snowfall starting at 1300 meters above sea level.
No Special Flights from Israel Planned for Now
October 15, 2023
The Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (EDA) has advised Swiss citizens to consider alternative means of departure from Israel, as there are currently no special flights for Swiss citizens leaving Israel.
Association Sounds the Alarm: Switzerland is Training Too Few Doctors
October 15, 2023
The President of the FMH Medical Association, Yvonne Gilli, has raised the alarm about the lack of medical professionals in Switzerland.
Over 100 Emergency Personnel Extinguish Forest Fire Near Herbetswil SO.
October 14, 2023
Two forest fires broke out on Friday in Solothurn and the Bernese Jura, keeping the fire brigades busy on Saturday.
Hundreds of People Show Solidarity with Palestine in Bern
October 14, 2023
Hundreds of people showed their solidarity with the Palestinian people at a rally on Schützenmatt in Bern on Saturday afternoon.
Opening of the Tunnel at the Pyramids of Euseigne in Valais
October 14, 2023
The new road tunnel near the Pyramids of Euseigne in the Valais region of Switzerland was opened on Saturday after 18 months of construction.
Citizens and SP Can Hope for Seat Gains According to Predictions
October 14, 2023
The latest polls and forecasts predict a slight shift to the right in the Parliament.
Overview of Polls and Predictions for October 22
October 14, 2023
No polls or surveys were conducted by the research institutes Gallup and GFS Bern in the lead up to the Swiss National Council elections on October 22nd, 2020.
SIG President Fears Hate Against Jews in Switzerland
October 14, 2023
Ralph Lewin, President of the Swiss Israelite Community (SIG), expressed concern that the sentiment towards the Jewish community in Switzerland could shift.
Zurich Presents at the Olma Parade in Front of Around 15,000 People
October 14, 2023
The traditional parade of the guest canton of Zurich at the Olma attracted around 15,000 spectators to the old town of St.
The EDA Hotline Receives Fewer Requests Due to the Situation in the Middle East
October 14, 2023
The Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (EDA) has reported that the number of people registered on its travel app, Travel Admin, has decreased significantly in the past few days.

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