Swiss residential property prices continue to climb
Data published this week by the Federal Statistical Office (FSO) shows that residential housing has…
Switzerland’s cross border workers reach record level
At the beginning of the Covid pandemic there was talk of closing Switzerland’s borders. However,…
Expert calls for new approach to solar power in Switzerland
Renewable energy, such as electricity produced from the sun, comes with challenges. Sunshine does not…
Winter tyre rules in Switzerland and its neighbours
Laws in France, Italy and Austria require drivers to fit winter tyres or carry chains…
FILM: THE SUBSTANCE – the cruel reality of the pressure on women to be young and beautiful
8 November 2024. By Neptune THE SUBSTANCE *** Here it is – the cruel reality…
Rising mental distress among Swiss welfare recipients
A report published this week, shows welfare rates in 2023 were at their lowest in…
Switzerland’s Socialist Party wants government to buy drug company
This week, the Socialist Party called on the Swiss government to buy Sandoz, a large…
Widespread discrimination and abuse in Swiss army revealed in survey
The results of a survey published on 31 October 2024, show widespread discrimination and abuse…
Zurich wants to charge more to park large cars
This week, the leaders of the municipality of Zurich voted in favour of charging large…
Swiss National Bank to issue new money
The Swiss National Bank (SNB) has started the process of issuing a new series of…