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SBB and BLS Trains Do Not Go to Biel.
September 30, 2023
The SBB and BLS have suspended all train services through Biel station since Saturday 4th October due to work on power lines.
One Dead and Two Injured in Schaffhausen.
September 30, 2023
On Saturday morning in Schaffhausen, a man was killed and two other men were injured in a criminal act.
Up to 20,000 People Expected at Climate Demonstration in Bern
September 30, 2023
Today, up to 20,000 people are expected to attend the national climate demonstration in Bern, Switzerland.
President of SAV: Higher Wages Do Nothing Against the Shortage of Skilled Workers
September 30, 2023
Higher wages are not an effective solution to the labour shortage, according to Severin Moser, President of the Swiss Employers Association (SAV).
Resuming Passenger Traffic in the Gotthard Base Tunnel
September 29, 2023
The Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) have resumed passenger services in the Gotthard Base Tunnel seven weeks after a devastating freight train derailment.
Ban on Political Debates in Vaud Schools Remains in Force
September 29, 2023
In the canton of Vaud, the debate ban introduced by Education Director Fréderic Borloz (FDP) remains in place in schools before elections.
Bundesrat Packages Millions for Mine Clearance in Ukraine
September 29, 2023
The Swiss government has declared the de-mining of civilian and agricultural areas in the war-torn Ukraine a priority and has allocated 100 million Swiss francs to support the rebuilding of the country.
The Kunstmuseum Luzern Presents Photographs by Daniel Schwartz
September 29, 2023
The Kunstmuseum Luzern is presenting an exhibition of photographs by Daniel Schwartz entitled "Tracings" until February 4th, 2024.
The Federal Council Specifies Scenarios for an Electricity Shortage
September 29, 2023
In the event of a power shortage in Switzerland, the public transport system would have to reduce its services significantly.
Access to Official Documents Will Be Free from November
September 29, 2023
The Swiss Federal Council has decided to make access to official documents of the federal administration free of charge from November 2023.
Parliament Can Decide on an Export Ban on Torture Goods
September 29, 2023
The Swiss Parliament can decide whether to ban the import, export and transit of goods used for the execution of death sentences or torture purposes.
Environmental Issues to Become a New Focus of Foreign Policy
September 29, 2023
The Swiss Federal Council has proposed a new Foreign Policy Strategy for 2024-2027, which focuses on cooperation with European and other close partners, promotion of democracy and combating climate change.
Voting Packets Arrived with Many Voters
September 29, 2023
Voting in the Swiss National and Council of States elections on October 22nd is open to all Swiss citizens aged 18 and over, as well as Swiss citizens living abroad.
“Mountain Climber Dies in Accident in Alvier Area”
September 29, 2023
A 27-year-old man has died in an accident in the Alvier area of the canton of St.
Preparations for a Possible Return of Ukraine Refugees
September 29, 2023
The Swiss Federal Council has taken note of a provisional concept for the return of refugees from Ukraine, despite the fact that the end of the war is not foreseeable.
Uniform Regulations for the Installation of Noisy Heat Pumps
September 29, 2023
The installation and operation of heat pumps can cause noise and disturb the neighbourhood.
The Federal Council Should Examine Evacuation Scenarios
September 29, 2023
The Swiss National Council has asked the Federal Council to examine how the country would be prepared for a very large evacuation and how many people could be evacuated within what time frame.
Long-time SNB Leadership Member Dewet Moser to Step Down in March
September 29, 2023
Dewet Moser, a long-time member of the Swiss National Bank (SNB) leadership, will be retiring at the end of March 2024 after 38 years of service.

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