the swiss times
en_GB English
en_GB English de_DE German fr_FR French es_ES Spanish ar Arabic
the swiss times

Live in Switzerland

NATO Plans to Establish a Liaison Office in Geneva
October 11, 2023
The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) is considering the possibility of setting up a liaison office in Switzerland.
Record of Bearded Vulture Chicks in Switzerland
October 11, 2023
In 2023, the Swiss Bartgeier population saw its highest number of successful fledglings since the reintroduction program began around 30 years ago.
Special Flight with Homecoming Arrived Safely in Zurich
October 10, 2023
Swiss Airlines operated a special flight from Tel Aviv to Zurich on Tuesday evening, carrying 224 passengers.
Over a Thousand People at Zurich Solidarity Rally for Israel
October 10, 2023
Over a thousand people gathered on Tuesday evening at the Münsterhof in Zurich to show their solidarity with the victims of the bloody attack in Israel.
National Council Commission to Ban Hamas and Impose Sanctions
October 10, 2023
The Swiss Security Policy Commission of the National Council (SIK-N) has reacted to the attack on Israel by proposing to ban the Hamas and consider sanctions.
Dormakaba’s Cost-Cutting Program Affects 183 Positions in Switzerland
October 10, 2023
Dormakaba, a Swiss-based lock technology company, has announced a comprehensive cost-saving and transformation program that will affect 183 employees in Switzerland.
Dormakaba is Cutting 183 Jobs in Switzerland
October 10, 2023
Dormakaba, a Swiss-based lock technology company, has announced a cost-cutting program that will result in the elimination of 183 jobs in Switzerland.
Goods Locomotive Derailed in Rapperswil SG Stops Just Before Building
October 10, 2023
On Tuesday morning in Rapperswil SG, a locomotive from SBB Cargo derailed during a shunting manoeuvre after hitting a buffer stop.
Climate Activists Acquitted After Call for Refusal of Service
October 10, 2023
Three climate activists from the canton of Vaud who had called for military service refusal have been definitively acquitted.
National Council Commission to Prohibit Hamas and Consider Sanctions
October 10, 2023
The Swiss Security Policy Commission of the National Council (SIK-N) has reacted to the attack on Israel by proposing to ban the Hamas and to consider sanctions against the radical Islamic Palestinian organization.
Kanton Waadt Lowers Income Taxes
October 10, 2023
Residents of the Canton of Vaud will pay less taxes from next year onwards. On Tuesday, the Grand Council approved a 3.
Single Fighters Challenge Energy Coat Decree
October 10, 2023
A small coalition has launched a referendum against the so-called Energy-Mantle Decree, which was passed by the Parliament.
First Wind Farm in Vaud Opened After Years of Resistance
October 10, 2023
On Tuesday, the first wind park of the canton of Waadt in Sainte-Croix was officially opened after decades of opposition.
The Swiss Population Hoards Old Gold Worth 17 Billion Francs
October 10, 2023
According to a survey conducted by the University of St. Gallen (HSG), two thirds of the population are in possession of old gold, mostly in the form of jewelry.
Switzerland Presides Over Little-Known UN Commission
October 10, 2023
The UNECE (United Nations Economic Commission for Europe) is a largely unknown but fundamental commission based in Geneva, Switzerland, that regulates a variety of everyday items such as traffic lights, deodorants, and food packaging.
Swiss Cantons Perform Well in Public Debt
October 10, 2023
The public finances in Switzerland are still healthy compared to many EU countries.
Cultural Economy in Important Sectors Behind the Overall Economy
October 10, 2023
The culture industry in Switzerland is slowly recovering from the pandemic, but remains behind the overall economy in key indicators.
Environmental Organizations Collect Signatures Against Highway Expansion
October 10, 2023
The Swiss Parliament's plans to expand the motorway network have met with resistance.

Related Stories

Stay in Touch

Noteworthy

the swiss times
A production of UltraSwiss AG, 6340 Baar, Switzerland

Quick Links

Home Privacy GTC Contact Us About Us
Copyright © 2024 UltraSwiss AG 2024 All rights reserved