​French-speaking Swiss earn more if they also speak German

A study by the University of Geneva estimates that those who speak German in addition…

​Return of asylum seekers accelerates in Switzerland

Last year, Switzerland sent more than 7,000 asylum seekers back to their country of origin,…

​Swiss bankruptcies expected to rise sharply this year

Authorities in several Swiss cantons are gearing up for a sharp rise in the number…

​10 out of 13 bottled waters tested in Switzerland fail pollution test

Swiss broadcaster RTS recently had 13 brands of bottled water sold in Switzerland tested for…

​Switzerland’s variable and changing electric cars taxes

How much road tax must be paid to drive an electric car in Switzerland varies…

​Impact of the 9 February vote if accepted

On 9 February 2025, Swiss voters will be asked to decide whether to accept the…

​FILM: TYPISCH EMIL **** the beloved Swiss comedian

24 January 2025. TYPISCH EMIL **** (vo Swiss German, German, French, English) If you have…

​One of Switzerland’s ministers resigns

This week, Viola Amherd, Switzerland’s army and defence minister, announced her resignation from the Federal…

​Switzerland to allow personal bankruptcy

Currently, it is impossible for individuals to legally escape their debts in Switzerland, even when…

​Swiss supermarkets want to know your fruit and vegetable bag choice

Since the beginning of the year, a new step has been added to buying fresh…