The Local - Switzerland (11 hours ago)

Switzerland's security is inextricably linked to that of the wider European continent, the neutral country's outgoing defence minister said on Saturday, warning that geopolitics was currently shifting at a worrying speed.

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The Local - Switzerland (12 hours ago)

Relations between the United States and Europe have historically had their ups and downs, but a storm has now blown up as a result of Washington's recent strategic shift. Will it blow through or get more intense?

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The Local - Switzerland (18 hours ago)

Switzerland's health system is highly rated internationally, and a new report reveals where – according to patients – its strengths and weaknesses lie.

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The Local - Switzerland (A day ago)

Discrimination of foreign tenants, and plans for direct trains between Switzerland and London — these are among the news that The Local reported this week. You can catch up on everything in this weekly roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 days ago)

While talks of a direct train between Swiss cities like Geneva and Zurich, and the UK capital have been on-going for a while, the project is now on the right track.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 days ago)

More than 120,000 Britons were naturalised in European countries since the 2016 Brexit referendum, according to the latest data on citizenship acquisition published by Eurostat.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 days ago)

From a world-famous carnival to a stunning display of tulips, these are some of the events to check out this March across Switzerland.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 days ago)

Picking up passengers at Zurich Airport can be very expensive. Since the latest price increase, an hour of parking in the arrivals area costs more than a whole day in the parking garage.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 days ago)

Swiss government study shows high rents have not abated; Zurich airport is charging exorbitant 'wait' fees; and more news in our Friday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

If you shop in one of Switzerland's supermarkets, you will not find any unpasteurised milk. But that doesn't mean you can't buy it elsewhere in the country.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

With many countries in Europe imposing new or tougher language requirements for residency or citizenship, experts say it's no surprise given the rise of nationalist parties and the importance of language to national identity.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

A recent advert seeking tenants for a vacant apartment in canton Lucerne mentioned that "only Swiss" applicants will be considered. But is this legal?

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

Swiss politicians want the national rail company, SBB to take over the Geneva to Lyon line that is currently run by French operator SNCF to end the frequent delays and disruptions.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

Apartment advert seeks only Swiss tenants, excludes foreign applicants; cash to be enshrined in the Constitution; and other news in our roundup on Thursday.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

Foreigners living in Switzerland may be wondering what their basic rights are compared to Swiss citizens. The answer depends on several factors.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

The EU's much-delayed EES system of biometric passport checks could begin in October this year, after an agreement was reached on Wednesday between member states.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

Many Swiss politicians are aghast at the actions and behaviour that US President Donald Trump has demonstrated since he took office in January.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

Twenty years after the US began sharing a database of those flying in and out of the country in the wake of the 9/11 attacks, and other countries followed suit, Switzerland's parliament has also passed a law to this effect.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

Given a chronic housing shortage in many parts of Switzerland, apartment seekers may fall for adverts offering 'free' initial rent. Here's why you should not be tempted by these offers.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

From Wednesday March 5th the UK's new pre-travel, electronic travel authorisation (ETA) system opens for Europeans. Here's how it will impact residents of European countries, including dual nationals.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

Geneva's tenants get ready to launch the 'affordable housing' referendum; a party urges Switzerland to withdraw from the WHO; and more news in our Wednesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

The UK is expanding its new electronic visa waiver, known as ETA, to all EU and EFTA citizens from April — but what's the deal for dual nationals in Switzerland?

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

An international analysis shows the current ranking, from the cost perspective, of Switzerland's public universities. How do they compare to others in Europe?

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

The US Congress is considering legislation known as the SAVE Act, which could have a major impact on the voting rights of Americans living in Europe.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

Swiss MPs have finally set a date for when payments of an additional month's state pension will begin.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

Though Stefan Meierhans may not be a household name in Switzerland, he has a very important mission: to make goods and services less expensive for Swiss consumers.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

MPs confirmed that 13th pension payment will begin in December 2026; government price watchdog saved 120 million francs for consumers in 2024; and more Swiss news in our roundup on Tuesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

During the negotiations between Bern and Brussels which concluded in December 2024, Switzerland's 'safeguard clause' for EU immigration was the biggest bone of contention. What is its status now?

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

On March 3rd, the Federal Housing Administration (BWO) has cut its reference interest rate. What does this mean for Switzerland's tenants?

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

Both chambers of Switzerland's parliament have began their spring session on March 3rd. These are some of the issues that will be at the forefront of the debates in the coming weeks.

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

There are online tools in Switzerland that can help tenants determine whether their landlord is overcharging them.

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

Swiss government to lower interest rates which will allow rent reductions and more news from Switzerland on Monday.

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

If you happen to glance around while driving in Switzerland and see a person whose hands are not on a steering wheel, don't be alarmed. From March 2025, it has become legal — but in some situations only.

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

Switzerland's central bank boss said bitcoin is too volatile and not liquid enough for use as a reserve currency, amid calls for a referendum on the issue in the wealthy nation.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

A move to obligate some dual citizens to serve in the Swiss army, and how Switzerland's healthcare system outperforms other countries' — these are among the news that The Local reported this week. You can catch up on everything in this weekly roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

True to his campaign promises, US president Donald Trump is threatening to impose 25-percent tariffs on imports from the European Union. But the Swiss president is not worried about this prospect.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

A new ranking places Zurich's Universitätsspital in the top-10 of the world's best hospitals. Why does it score so high?

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Best Swiss hospitals are revealed in an international survey; government considers banning smartphones in schools; and more news in our Friday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Switzerland has a unique system of direct democracy which can allow people a greater say in the way the country is run, but certain parts of the country use this clout more than others.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Thousands of foreigners settle in Zurich each year, most of them with a steep learning curve about the life in Switzerland's biggest and most expensive city. To help, The Local has compiled articles that will help you navigate challenges you may find along the way.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

If you stay on top of Swiss news, you must be aware of fraud, leaks, and accusations of back-stabbing within the Defence Department and the Federal Council in general. What exactly is happening?

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Older men increasingly use firearms to kill women, new statistics show; government is against tighter checks at Swiss borders; and other news in our Thursday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

The European Commission responded that the EU had been 'a boon' for the United States after President Donald Trump claimed it had been born to 'screw' the US, laying bare his hostility to the longtime US partners as he detailed new tariffs.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

While some people claim the dog can travel for free on a Swiss train under certain circumstances, others say tickets are always compulsory. So what's the truth?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Hilly slopes that abound nearly everywhere in Switzerland are a great terrain for sledding. But this activity may not always be as harmless as it seems.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Evictions for dubious reasons have been multiplying in Switzerland, leaving tenants without the roof over their heads. What can you do if this happens to you?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Swiss insurance companies offer a variety of services, but the one covering legal disputes is among the most popular ones. This is what you should know about it.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Plans for a rail link between Swiss cities and London are gaining momentum; Zurich city council proposes its own version of the health premium initiative; and more news in our roundup on Wednesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The state-owned firm which maintains Switzerland's military equipment has become mired in a suspected fraud scandal, further weakening a defence ministry already besieged by criticism.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

People from non-EU/EFTA states can work in Switzerland only under strict conditions. These rules apply to changing place of employment as well.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Swiss salaries are the highest in Europe, but some professions pay more than others. In which sectors or jobs can you earn the most right now?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Government doesn't want to reduce speed limits on the country's motorways; life expectancy of Switzerland's population keeps increasing; and more news in our Tuesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Alternative for Germany (AfD) doubled its score in Germany's 2025 elections. But the nationalist right isn't just on the rise in Germany. Here's an overview of where they're gaining ground in Europe.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The Swiss are well organised and detail-oriented, so it is hard to believe they sometimes make mistakes. From geography mishaps to military gaffes, here are five blunders that have left Switzerland red-faced.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Many questions may arise when purchasing a property – for instance, should you choose an apartment in a brand new or older building? Which option makes more sense in Switzerland?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

For all intents and purposes, Swiss government considers residents who have a citizenship of Switzerland and another country as Swiss. The only exception (sometimes) relates to their military service.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Dual nationals may have to serve in the Swiss army; a parliamentary motion for a 38-hour work week; and more news in our Monday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Switzerland could send 200 peacekeeping soldiers to Ukraine in the event of a truce, the head of the country's armed forces told the Blick newspaper in an interview published Sunday.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Federal Council opposes shorter wait time for naturalisations, and government is set to introduce stricter controls at Swiss borders — these are among the news that The Local reported this week. You can catch up on everything in this weekly roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The government has taken steps to lower the price of energy in Switzerland and introduced measures to simplify the entire system. This is how consumers will benefit from the new measures.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The Federal Council has asked the Swiss parliament to adopt a motion calling for the compulsory microchipping of cats, which currently is optional.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Switzerland's national railway company, SBB, has announced it will offer huge discounts on tickets over the next two years. This is how you can take advantage of these cheaper rates.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

SBB to offer train ticket discounts worth 100 million francs; the city where the country's lowest rents can be found; and more news in our Friday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Immigration to Switzerland declined slightly last year, but the resident foreign population continued to grow. Here's what we know.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

In February, Switzerland's government approved a parliamentary committee motion to strengthen controls at its borders. But what does the word 'border' really mean in the Swiss context?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Switzerland acknowledged Thursday that its past role in the forced placement of children from the itinerant Yenish and Sinti communities with other families amounted to a "crime against humanity".

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

From "schmolitz” to "panosse”, some words and phrases common in the French-speaking part of Switzerland are different from their equivalents used in France. Here is the vernacular you should master if you live in Suisse Romandie.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Renters in Switzerland are only liable for some of the costs associated with the property. Here's what you need to know.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The Swiss government has vowed to strengthen checks at borders in a bid to combat irregular immigration and tighten security.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

A petition to cut the length of residency time from 10 to five years before foreigners can apply for Swiss citizenship, will be brought to the ballot box. But Switzerland's Federal Council is urging the voters to reject the proposal.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Federal Council opposes the faster naturalisation proposal; Switzerland to strengthen controls at all its borders; and more news in our roundup on Thursday.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The percentage of English speakers in Switzerland is not only steadily increasing, but in the workplace it even exceeds the proportion of users of some national languages.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

The permits Switzerland grants foreign nationals are subject to a number of rules, one of them being language proficiency.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Switzerland will consider legalising recreational cannabis use, after a parliamentary commission proposed a law that would allow regulated sale and access.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

English language becoming more prevalent in Switzerland, Zurich cyclists could pay taxes; and other Swiss news in our Wednesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Cycling infrastructure in Switzerland doesn't come cheap and a proposal currently under debate seeks funding from those who rely on it the most: cyclists themselves.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

If you are wondering how the price of your accommodations compares with other rentals in various parts of Switzerland, new figures reveal the answer.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

European leaders have been left in shock after the US sidelined them in its bid to bring peace to Ukraine and suggested it would no longer guarantee the continent's security, but will they now take action?

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

When the the latest round of negotiations between Bern and Brussels were concluded in December 2024, it was hailed as "historic" and "good and beneficial” for both sides. But why has the next move stalled?

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

The deal between Switzerland and the EU remains in limbo; government want to use emergency lanes on motorways to prevent traffic jams; and more news in our Tuesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

A US citizen has been ordered to leave Switzerland and barred from returning before a certain date after overstaying his visa.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Europe's security is at a turning point, EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said on Monday, as she arrived in Paris for an emergency meeting to address the US's shock policy shift on the war in Ukraine.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

A number of job adverts in Switzerland make it clear that they prefer applicants with a C permit over those with a B. Why is this and is this practice legal?

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

As 2025 is underway, you may want to know what is happening in Basel (city and canton) for the rest of this year.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Even though thousands of post-Brexit permits are made available each year for British nationals to work in Switzerland, very few are snapped up. Do Brits just not want to work in Switzerland?

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

National Council commission won't consider a right-wing rental law proposal; foreign osteopaths face challenges in getting their credentials recognised in Switzerland; and more news in our Monday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Amid angry European reactions to US Vice President JD Vance's combative speech in Munich, Switzerland's president said she shared many of the "liberal values" he expressed, seeing the speech as a "plea for direct democracy".

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Switzerland will consider legalising recreational cannabis use, after a parliamentary commission on Friday proposed a law that would allow regulated sale and access.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Saving money, especially in an expensive country like Switzerland, is not easy — but it is not impossible either, as long as you know how to go about it.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Why relatively few UK citizens get work permits in Switzerland, and the reasons wealthy foreign nationals are attracted to Lake Zurich's left bank — these are among the news that The Local reported this week. You can catch up on everything in this weekly roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

It's Valentines Day so the perfect time to roll out some animal-inspired Swiss German romantic nicknames for that special someone in your life.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Here are some essential phrases in French, German and Italian to help you out on Valentine's Day in Switzerland.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Unpaid fines by foreign visitors represent a significant loss of revenue for Swiss municipalities where the parking or speeding tickets were issued, and the parliament wants to remedy this.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Government will attempt to collect money from foreigners who break driving rules in Switzerland; Swiss consumers to pay less for their electricity supply; and more news in our roundup on Friday.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

From self-driving cars to the tax filing time — these are among the changes you can expect in Switzerland in March 2025.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

As it does each year at this time, business publication Handelszeitung has released the names of 250 Swiss companies that employees like most.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Audrey Hepburn may have been a Hollywood icon, but she spent the last 30 years of her life living quietly in a Swiss village. Her spacious villa is now being sold.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

US President Donald Trump has withdrawn the US from the Geneva-based World Health Organisation (WHO) and the Human Rights Council, and he might not stop there. Geneva is braced for "serious consequences" and is taking measures to mitigate the losses.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Geneva seeks financial backing to save international institutions from ruin; Switzerland's finances are better than thought; and more news in our Thursday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Rich foreigners have flocked to Zurich's so-called "gold coast" in the past, but there is a new neighbourhood in Switzerland's most expensive city that is now proving more attractive.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

New rules, trains, flights, as well as cultural events to look forward to: here's a roundup of what Zurich residents can expect in their city and canton for the rest of the year.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

European airports welcomed more passengers last year than in 2019, surpassing pre-Covid levels for the first time since the pandemic, industry figures showed on Wednesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

When it took over Credit Suisse in 2023, UBS , Switzerland's largest financial institution, discontinued two services formerly offered by the failed bank.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Bern's deal with the EU may not have to be put to a referendum; Switzerland falls in the global corruption index and more news in our Wednesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Several flight routes in Europe have been highlighted for the risk of turbulence, and many of them are to and from Switzerland.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Will you need to pay more tax on a second home in Switzerland? Here's what you need to know.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

If you own a vehicle in Switzerland, chances are you have had dealings with your cantonal automobile office. And, depending on where you live, you may have been paying excessive fees.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

With Switzerland's ski season underway, winter sports enthusiasts have taken to the mountains in droves. But you should not forget that civility and safety are key because the punishments could be severe.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

The number of hit-and-run accidents in the Swiss Alps is on the rise; error closes Swiss nuclear reactor and other news in our Tuesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

It has often been said that Switzerland's trains are so punctual, you could set (Swiss) watches by them. Whether or not this is true, the fact remains that no other country in Europe has the same timeliness record.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Does the fact that a child is born in Switzerland mean the parents will find it easier to obtain citizenship or get a residence status?

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Switzerland has had an assisted suicide law on the books since 1942 — a constitutional right of each person to determine the manner of his or her death. But do elderly-care facilities also allow this practice on their premises?

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Clashing with governments over taxes and airport fees, budget airline Ryanair has started off the year with cutbacks on routes across Europe and threatened many more.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Swiss voters turn down several initiatives at the ballot box; Zurich government refuses to allow assisted dying in private care facilities; and more news in our Monday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Swiss voters on Sunday firmly rejected a referendum proposal made by ecologists to enshrine respect for the planet's natural resources into the constitution.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Free legal advice to Zurich foreigners on welfare, and a push for a rail link between Geneva and London — these are among the news that The Local reported this week. You can catch up on everything in this weekly roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Certain Swiss regions have been hit harder by the flu epidemic than others. Where is the risk of getting infected highest?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

On Sunday February 9th, Swiss citizens in two cantons will cast their votes on whether they should introduce a minimum hourly pay.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Zurich agency uses unscrupulous methods to screen future tenants; issues at stake at the forthcoming referendum, and other Swiss news on Friday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

You have probably noticed while strolling or driving through your Swiss community that all the buildings are more or less the same colour — bland. Why is that?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The maiden run of a sleeper train from Brussels to Venice ended well short of its destination on Thursday, in a telling tale of the troubles of cross-Europe rail travel.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Offers of beautiful, spacious, and yet remarkably affordable apartments in Switzerland's tight housing market may sound too good to be true — and they mostly are.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Zurich schools are 'virtually empty' because of the flu; Geneva initiative seeks to exclude cross-border workers from certain jobs; and more Swiss news on Thursday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

After repeated delays there is still no confirmed start date for the EU's biometric passport checks system known as EES - but the boss of the UK ferry port of Dover has revealed that he is expecting a start date of November 2025.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

If you are coughing, have a headache, run a fever, or generally don't feel well but still get behind the wheel of your car, are you breaking any Swiss laws?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

It takes at least seven hours to travel from Geneva to London (and vice versa) by train. But a push for a quicker solution is underway in Switzerland.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Zurich is funding a 325,000-franc, three-year pilot project to provide free legal advice and representation to foreign nationals from third countries who are facing problems because they receive social aid.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Many people embarking on a naturalisation procedure in Switzerland find various stumbling blocks along the way. But Zurich authorities have been trying to reduce these barriers.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Switzerland carries out annual testing of its nationwide siren system on the first Wednesday in February. Don't be alarmed. Here's what you need to know?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Stay tuned — the national alarm system will be tested this afternoon; Zurich foreigners who receive welfare will have access to free legal advice; and are Swiss news on our roundup on Tuesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Generally speaking, Switzerland's income tax rate is the lowest in western Europe, but this doesn't mean that, in terms of tax burden, residents of some cantons are not burdened more (or less) than others.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Overall, the three main operators in Switzerland — Swissom, Sunrise, and Salt — offer good services, but results may vary depending on what you are focusing on.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Typically, Swiss citizens cast their votes on two or even more matters in federal referendums. But on February 9th, only one will be on the ballot.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Swiss trains to introduce new system to prevent delays; the sectors that hire most and fewest employees, and other Swiss news in our Tuesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

February is a traditional 'family ski' month in Switzerland, when children get up to two weeks off from school, and families head to mountain resorts to enjoy winter sports. But there are also exceptions to this rule.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

From February 4th, the United States will impose higher customs duties on Canada, Mexico, and China. But what impact will this move have on Switzerland?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

While the Swiss government is satisfied with the outcome of its latest round of negotiations with Brussels, provisions related to posted foreign workers need to be tightened, unions claim.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

With four official languages, everyday transactions in Switzerland may seem intimidating to new arrivals. For some, the answer might be to hire a service or individual to help with interpretation.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The issue of increased taxation on the inheritance left by the super-wealthy is not new, but it is creating renewed concerns about the impact this rule would have on Switzerland..

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Swiss unions fear impact of EU deal on wages in Switzerland; wealthy people may leave the country due to higher inheritance taxes; and more news in our Monday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Whether you already have a job in Switzerland, or are looking for one, you may have many questions relating to employment and salaries. Here's an overview of the main points.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

A Swiss court convicted Trafigura and three people linked to the commodities trading firm of corruption in Angola, in what campaigners hailed Friday as a "historic" first in Switzerland.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

If you haven't already done so, you must purchase the Swiss vignette Friday, January 31st, without further delay

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

How Donald Trump's policies could affect Geneva and Switzerland's new strategies to manage immigration are among the news stories you should catch up on this week.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Nearly everyone residing in Switzerland, whether a Swiss citizen or a foreign national, must have a health insurance coverage purchased from one of the dozens of private providers. But how did this system come about?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

January 31st 2025 marks five years since Britain officially left the European Union. While many issues have been resolved for Britons living throughout Europe, there are still hurdles and headaches ahead, explains Claudia Delpero.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

In a number of Switzerland's resorts, a ski pass can cost you less or more — depending on the time of day you buy it.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Have you ever wondered where the bread and other bakery items you buy in Switzerland come from? From February 1st, you will know.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Zurich's residents are among the unhealthiest in Europe; new law around baked goods goes into effect; and other news from Switzerland in our roundup on Friday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

If you live in Switzerland, by now you should have purchased your motorway sticker for 2025. If you live abroad and plan to drive through the country, be careful where you buy the electronic version to avoid a price rip-off.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Swiss life expectancy hit a new record in 2024 with a number of studies suggesting that living in Switzerland will help you enjoy a longer life. Why is that the case?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The Swiss government wants to mitigate the potential effects of a right-wing proposal to slow the arrival of foreigners into the country by proposing measures of its own.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Most winter sports enthusiasts in Switzerland heed the advice to ski only on the 'official' slopes for safety reasons, but some will still venture into a dangerous off piste terrain despite the risks. What happens to their medical bills if they get injured?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The Swiss government said it aimed to overhaul its law on medically-assisted reproduction to legalise egg donations and give broader access to sperm donations.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The Red Cross museum in Geneva is warning that it risks closure after its funding was axed in a broad government cost-cutting plan, with some suggesting it could be moved to Abu Dhabi.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Several proposals put forward by Swiss political parties are seeking to make it more difficult for foreign nationals to move to, and work, in Switzerland.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

A fire broke out late Wednesday at Switzerland's oldest luxury hotel, in the heart of Geneva, forcing its evacuation, local media reported.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Government to tackle 'challenges of immigration'; MPs in favour of extended paternity leave; and more Swiss news in our roundup on Thursday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

More than 300 wolves are believed to roam in Switzerland, spread over 32 different packs. A recent 'wolf incident' put a young child at risk.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

If you work in Switzerland, you are entitled to take days off from work when you are ill. But how exactly does this work and at what point will you be asked to provide a sick note?

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