Switzerland’s 2025 siren test successful
Every year, Switzerland tests its apocalyptic-sounding sirens on the first Wednesday of February. On 5…
The rise in rental scams in Switzerland
Finding a place to live in Switzerland is increasing difficult. Scammers have noticed and are…
FILM: THE BRUTALIST **1/2
7 January 2025. This week has two Oscar-nominated releases which we have been waiting for…
Swiss government shifts investment plan to road and rail after failed vote on roads
In November 2024, 52.7% of voters rejected a federal government plan to expand key sections…
FILM: A COMPLETE UNKNOWN **** biopic of Bob Dylan’s early career
31 January 2025. A COMPLETE UNKNOWN **** This biopic of Bob Dylan’s early career in…
Fast fashion creating mountains of waste in Switzerland
Switzerland generates around 110,000 tons of used clothing a year, reported SRF. Most of it…
The economics of solar panels rapidly fading in Switzerland
Electricity prices in Switzerland are set for a shake up. Currently, prices vary significantly depending…
Poll – 9 February 2025 environment vote set for rejection
The latest poll run by broadcaster SRG shows waning support for a referendum on the…
Parental leave – government commission looking at new models
In Switzerland, paid leave for new parents is limited to 14 weeks for mothers and…
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…