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…