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…