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Swiss Hotels Are Not Prepared for Electric Cars
August 28, 2023
Electric vehicle charging stations are still relatively rare in Swiss hotels, but the number is steadily increasing as the industry sees the potential benefits.
Climber at Täschhorn Fell to His Death.
August 28, 2023
A 30-year-old mountaineer has died at the Täschhorn in the Oberwallis region of Switzerland.
Differences in Vaccination Rate Against Human Papillomaviruses at the Cantonal Level
August 28, 2023
The HPV vaccine is recommended for girls and women aged 11-14 as a basic vaccination, and for boys and men aged 11-26 as an additional vaccination.
Contaminated Drinking Water in Parts of Bellinzona
August 28, 2023
Heavy rains in the Swiss canton of Ticino have caused water contamination in parts of the canton's capital, Bellinzona.
Severe Storms and Heavy Rainfall Hit Several Regions
August 27, 2023
Heavy rain has been affecting the Tessin region of Switzerland since Friday evening, particularly in the north of the canton.
Biasca TI Particularly Affected by Storms
August 27, 2023
In Biasca, Switzerland, the fire department has been called out 30 times on Sunday alone due to flooding in basements and lower levels.
Launch of Hot Phase of Election Campaign
August 27, 2023
Three parties kicked off the last phase of the election campaign over the weekend.
13-Year-Old Robs Gas Station Shop in Wil SG
August 27, 2023
On Saturday, a 13-year-old boy robbed a petrol station shop in Wil SG, stealing several thousand francs.
SBB Cargo Responsible for Gotthard Accident
August 27, 2023
SBB Cargo is liable for the accident in the Gotthard Base Tunnel as the freight carrier.
SWV President is for Complete Electricity Market Liberalization
August 27, 2023
The designated President of the Swiss Water Management Association (SWV), Susanne Vincenz-Stauffacher, has expressed her support for the full liberalisation of the electricity market and no longer believes in an electricity mix without nuclear power.
The Federal Government Wants to Cooperate with Cantons on the Refugee Situation
August 27, 2023
The Swiss Federal Government is looking to involve the cantons in the management of the asylum situation this autumn.
Rainbow Pride Parade Through the City of Lucerne
August 26, 2023
On Saturday, hundreds of people gathered in Lucerne for the Central Swiss Pride Festival.
The SP Launches a Frontal Attack Against the Bourgeoisie in the Election Campaign
August 26, 2023
The Social Democratic Party of Switzerland (SP) launched its election campaign on Saturday in Biel BE with a frontal attack on the bourgeois majority in Parliament.
“Cow and Six Calves Killed in Fire in Cournillens FR”
August 26, 2023
A fire broke out in a farm building in Cournillens FR on Saturday shortly after noon, resulting in the death of one cow and six calves.
The Leader of the SPD Calls for Campaign Against Right-Wing Parliamentary Majority
August 26, 2023
The SP-leaders Mattea Meyer and Cédric Wermuth reminded the delegates of the party's accomplishments on Saturday in Biel.
“Get angry, but stay optimistic.”
August 26, 2023
In his speech to the SP delegates in Biel BE, President Alain Berset reminded them that it is good to get angry sometimes, but pure outrage is futile and optimism and hope are needed.
Federal Councillor Baume-Schneider Rejects “Asylum Chaos”
August 26, 2023
The Swiss government is tackling the challenges posed by refugees in a calm, measured and constructive manner, according to Justice Minister Elisabeth Baume-Schneider.
Green Delegates Vote to Launch Solar Initiative
August 26, 2023
The Green Party in Switzerland has launched a Solar Initiative which calls for all suitable roofs to be equipped with solar panels by the year 2035.

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