​Votes: a bad weekend for the government

On 24 November 2024, voters rejected three of the four federal government projects put to…

​Swiss to vote on healthcare funding rule changes

The rising cost of Switzerland’s compulsory health insurance is a major political issue. The government…

​Swiss to vote on tenancy laws this weekend

Most people in Switzerland rent. This means the nation has strict tenancy rules, some of…

​Swiss to vote on plan to upgrade motorways this weekend

On 24 November 2024, the Swiss will vote on four questions. The first is a…

​Switzerland remains the European leader in rail travel

This week, ahead of a vote to decide whether to expand the nations roads, LITRA,…

​Swiss to vote on making it easier become Swiss

This week, an initiative aimed at making it easier to become Swiss cleared the 100,000…

​Mercury found in all Tuna tested in Switzerland

Over recent weeks, mercury found in the tinned tuna sold across Europe has sparked a…

​FILM: NAÎTRE SVETLANA STALINE **** – the tragic life of Stalin’s daughter

22 November 2024. By Neptune NAÎTRE SVETLANA STALINE **** (vo French, English, Russian) This documentary…

​Federal Council rejects “nutrition initiative”

It is well known that plants-based diets are easier on the environment. By one measure producing animal…

​How unpaid fines lead to prison in Switzerland

Anyone in Switzerland who fails to pay a fine or penalty despite reminders will eventually…