The Local - Switzerland (15 minutes ago)

Switzerland has many excellent restaurants, but is the food they serve consistently safe to eat? A new report suggests restaurant goers should take care.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 hours ago)

Swiss schoolchildren are drawing inspiration from Eurovision and creating their own songs, to be performed before an audience of thousands in the build-up to this year's extravaganza in Basel.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 hours ago)

Swiss employers are still reluctant to hire mothers; a tourist region is at risk of a real estate bubble; and more news from Switzerland in our Friday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (19 hours ago)

Switzerland's inflation rate is now at its lowest point in years: zero percent. Is this good or bad news for the consumers and the economy?

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The Local - Switzerland (19 hours ago)

Integration is a key requirement for any foreigner arriving in Switzerland. Now a multi-party coalition in Zurich wants immigrants to sign a document to that effect.

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The Local - Switzerland (A day ago)

Basel will be in the international spotlight for a week of festivities surrounding the Eurovision Song Contest but the Swiss city has been at the heart of European culture for centuries.

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The Local - Switzerland (A day ago)

From January 1st, 2025, Switzerland has cut the tax-free allowance for cross-border shoppers by half – from 300 to 150 francs. This means that shopping abroad is now less lucrative for the Swiss, but German retailers found a way around this problem.

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The Local - Switzerland (A day ago)

Zurich politicians seek to impose an 'integration contract' on migrants; and more news from Switzerland in our roundup on Thursday.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 days ago)

Despite Switzerland's longstanding commitment to switching merchandise traffic from road to rail in order to reduce the impact of greenhouse emissions, this plan is biting the dust.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 days ago)

Zurich is the second "happiest" city in the world, according to a new international ranking. But what were the reasons Switzerland's biggest city scored so highly and do foreign residents find it a happy place to live?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 days ago)

Tens of thousands of international students study at Swiss universities, but can they remain in the country once they finish?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 days ago)

The Valais parliament granted Swiss citizenship to 423 foreign nationals on May 6th. Why and who are they all?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 days ago)

Swiss schools take a tough stance on parents who take their children out of class to go on holiday, or to extend their vacation time.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 days ago)

A peculiar aspect of Switzerland's citizenship procedure is that it goes through the federal, cantonal, and communal levels. But it is the third one that has the most say in whether foreigners can be naturalised.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 days ago)

Switzerland's health insurance won't be income based; Valais naturalised over 400 foreigners in one day; and more news in our Wednesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

In five years, the number of employees who commute daily from neighbouring countries to Switzerland has grown by 20 percent, new statistics show.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

An 'ecclesiastical tax' is mandatory in most of Switzerland's cantons. Does opting out of this fee mean the church can turn down your request for a marriage or other religious services? Here's what you should know.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

Switzerland may be small but it has four airlines flying from their Swiss hubs across Europe and the world.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

Many people in Switzerland rely on sleeper trains to get them to various European destinations. We've looked at where you can travel to overnight this summer and how much the tickets will cost you.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

Swiss National Council MPs vote to enshrine 'education without violence' in the Civil Code; bees officially denied the vote in Switzerland and other news in our roundup on Tuesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

The number of foreign residents who leave Switzerland to return home is well above the EU average for emigration, so why do so many leave? The Local's readers have offered a few reasons.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

Prices of single-family homes and apartments in Switzerland have increased greatly in the last 10 years with one canton seeing a massive 80 percent rise.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

Due to its heavy workload, Switzerland's National Council is sitting in for a special session for the next few days, focusing on unresolved issues of importance to the population.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

European leaders, scientists, academics and ministers met on Monday to announce a new €500 million effort to attract US researchers and scientists who may have lost their funding or jobs because of Donald Trump.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

In Switzerland, barbecuing in the great outdoors is a must in the summer. But what does Swiss law say about grilling while enjoying the nature? Here's what you need to know.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

Flight suspensions and longer flying times on SWISS airline routes, money-laundering on the rise in Switzerland and more news in our Monday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

Eurovision host city Basel laid on a mass over-60s disco on Saturday to whip up the party mood ahead of the event's grand final in two weeks' time.

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

Nobody wants to be fired from their jobs — whether in Switzerland or elsewhere — but if you want to leave voluntarily because you found another position, there are some steps you must follow.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

When you travel abroad, you may not be aware that some things you purchased in foreign countries are banned from entry into Switzerland, or that you need permission to bring them in. What are they?

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

A court in Switzerland ruled Friday that animal names cannot be used to describe vegan products and that terms such as "plant-based chicken" or "vegan pork" constitute consumer deception.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Among other international destinations that Switzerland's national railway company SBB is setting its sights on, is the Italian city of Bolzano.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

More wealthy foreigners 'buy' their way into Swiss residency, and flying to the US is getting cheaper — 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)

Is it work permit renewals, driving licence issues, visa applications or paying taxes? Tell us the one aspect of Swiss paperwork you have lost sleep over and share any tips with readers.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Hundreds of UN staff rallied in Geneva Thursday over deep funding cuts, especially from key donor the United States, which have led to mass-layoffs and threatened life-saving services around the world.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Switzerland's national railway operator has stopped two connections from Germany at the border, accusing Deutsche Bahn delays of negatively affecting its own timetables.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

May 1st demonstrations and protests in Zurich and Geneva; Zurich and Basel voted world's least expat-friendly cities; and more Swiss news in our Friday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

With fewer people planning to travel to the United States in the coming months, ticket prices are falling sharply in Switzerland.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Only a handful of third-country citizens have received the so-called 'golden visa', which enables them to live in Switzerland — but their number has grown.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

People in Switzerland are eating more and more eggs and domestic chickens can't keep up with the demand. The Swiss government has been forced to act.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

As far as mountain resorts go, Andermatt has long been overshadowed by more famous Swiss destinations like Zermatt and Verbier. But in the past several months it has become increasingly popular with wealthy people from the United States.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

From a traditional cheese festival to the Eurovision Song Contest — these are some of the events to check out this May across Switzerland.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Tenants of Zurich's municipal apartments will see lower rents; two trains from Germany will terminate in Basel to ensure punctuality; and more Swiss news in our Wednesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

You probably never thought of Switzerland's passport in terms of its physical appearance, but many people around the world are doing just that. Here's why.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

A sweeping power outage left millions of people in Spain, Portugal and parts of France without electricity on April 28th. Could such a large-scale grid failure hit Switzerland as well?

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

The number of foreign residents who leave Switzerland to return home is well above the EU average for emigration and there are specific reasons for that trend.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Households in Switzerland have increased their wealth in 2024; MPs are seeking to introduce the right for soldiers to keep ammunitions for their weapons at home; and other news in our Tuesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

In most cases, foreigners seeking to be naturalised must have lived in Switzerland for at least 10 years — and sometimes longer. But what happens if you move from one canton to another during this time?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Whether you are a Swiss or foreign national, you probably have two pieces of official identification: your passport and ID card. Which one shoud you use for travel?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

While the idea of Zurich, Switzerland's largest city, becoming (almost) car-free may seem far-fetched, that is what a new initiative will be seeking.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Swiss companies are preparing for partial unemployment due to US tariffs; an initiative to be launched in Zurich seeks car-free zones; and more news in our roundup on Monday.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Swiss lawyer Angela Koller on Sunday won election as the first woman to lead a conservative canton in northeastern Switzerland which only gave women the right to vote three decades ago.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Switzerland saw a sharp increase in racist and xenophobic incidents in 2024, with the biggest hike seen in attacks on Muslims and Arabs, official statistics showed on Sunday.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The Swiss Fencing Association apologised Sunday after the country's youth team sparked a diplomatic row by refusing to face the flag of the Israeli winners at the European championships in Estonia this weekend.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

A petition has been launched calling on the UK government to install MPs to represent the interests of Brits living overseas - echoing systems that already exist in countries including France and Italy.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Thousands of immigrants were caught in Switzerland with fake passports, and high fines parents could pay for taking their children out of school — 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)

Shooting training is now mandatory in schools in Poland, a country which shares a border with Ukraine. Some in Switzerland also believe that Swiss students should follow suit.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Switzerland's army may not be known for a Michelin-style gastronomy, but the soldiers can count on some classic dishes that have made a military history of their own.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Details of new agreements between Switzerland and the EU are top secret; only a selected group of tenants has access to Zurich's housing; and other news in our roundup on Friday.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

An increasing number of counterfeit passports are in circulation in Switzerland, which means holders could have obtained Swiss residency permits based on these forged documents.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

If you are a new arrival in Switzerland, or are about to move here, you may be wondering whether foreign nationals are taxed at a higher rate than the Swiss. This is what you should know.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The European Commission is currently conducting a review of its rules on compensation due to passengers whose flights are delayed or cancelled, with fears that it could weaken the generous protections that travellers within the EU enjoy.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Top Swiss officials are in the US in an attempt to avert trade tariffs; fewer Swiss are visiting the United States due to Trump's policies; and more news in our Thursday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The heavy snowfall that blanketed much of the Swiss canton of Valais before Easter is still impacting the region, preventing all traffic in the Grand St. Bernard Tunnel.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Zurich and two other Swiss cites voted the 'smartest in the world; and other news in our roundup on Wednesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

If you are planning to travel to Milan from Swiss cities of Basel and Geneva, expect your journey to be disrupted.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Experts warn that Switzerland will continue to struggle with an inadequate supply of housing to meet the demands of an expanding population. These are the reasons why this is so.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

It may be unusual for a neutral nation to have a military presence abroad — even if it is partially ceremonial — but there is a historic reason why the Swiss are protecting the Pope.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The daily presence of the Swiss Guard notwithstanding, Pope Francis visited Switzerland only once, in 2018. This is how this event is remembered.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Swiss president and others pay tribute to Pope Francis; Geneva Airport plans to introduce facial recognition technology; and more news in our Tuesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Pope Francis, an energetic reformer who inspired widespread devotion from Catholics but riled traditionalists, died on Monday aged 88.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

In a participatory democracy like Switzerland, the population has an important role in shaping the country's policies — either through the ballot box or an assembly.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

From promoting gender pay equality to taxes — these are some of the issues at stake in upcoming cantonal referendums in Switzerland.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

The annual Easter getaway in Switzerland has been complicated by the adverse weather this year with police in one canton urging drivers to postpone their trips.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

There are some great one day hikes within easy reach of the Swiss city of Geneva but some are easier than others, writes Monty Pierce Jones.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Many people living in Switzerland enjoy taking a trip to the countryside in the warmer months - but not everyone leaves forests how they found them and some even damage nature.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

A key route between Switzerland and Italy is closed due to avalanche; a sales tax on sugary foods and drinks is being sought; and other news in our Friday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Whether it's depression, anxiety or stress many people in Switzerland need help for mental health conditions at some point. But will health insurance pay for the cost of this treatment?

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

To make the best out of your Easter weekend in Switzerland, it is important to know what is open and what is not. We give you the answers.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

To remain competitive on the international market, the national rail company, SBB, wants to introduce new, high-speed trains to connect Swiss and foreign cities.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Like every year, the days leading up to the Easter weekend are expected to be busy on Swiss roads. This is what you should know before you go.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

While financial markets still volatile as a result of Donald's Trump's trade tariff threats, the Swiss franc has gained in value. Why is that, and what does it mean for Switzerland's economy and population?

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

If you want to add a Swiss twist to your Easter this year, Swiss food writer Franziska Wick from Little Zurich Kitchen has some suggestions for you.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

The government expects US trade tariffs to slow down Switzerland's economy; the SBB plans to buy new trains for international routes; and more news in our roundup on Thursday.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

If you are looking for work in Switzerland or intend to do so one day, these are some of the rules you have to comply with and conditions you must meet.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

In Switzerland, each canton sets its own tax rates. But how much or little you pay will also depend on the local municipality in which you live. So which towns and cities are the most (and least) tax-friendly to their residents?

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Parts of Switzerland have been placed under the highest weather warning with torrential rain set to hit the country ahead of the Easter weekend.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Weather warnings issued for Southern Switzerland; Swiss army and equipment are heading for Austria; and more news in our Wednesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

The British government has introduced temporary restrictions on travellers from European countries from bringing meat and dairy produce – even in sandwiches – into the country.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Switzerland's population is still growing and is expected to hit 10 million in the years to come, but some parts of the country will see faster growth than others.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

From cantonal referendums to public holidays and the Eurovision song contest, here are the big events and changes to know about in Switzerland in May 2025.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

US trade war hits revenue for Swiss central bank; Migros to open its first round-the-clock branch; and more Swiss news in our roundup on Tuesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

The new package of bilateral agreements concluded in December 2024 notwithstanding, Switzerland's population increasingly seeks the security of its European neighbours. Why is that?

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Just like the Swiss army knife, Rivella, and LSD, the iconic Easter gold chocolate bunny was invented in Switzerland — and has enjoyed global success ever since.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

If you have a valid reason to change the name you were born with, you may be allowed to do so. Here is how you can go about this process in Switzerland.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

The emergency room tax is getting closer to becoming reality; Switzerland will raise its investments in the US to get on Trump's good side; and more news in our Monday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

A new study ranks Switzerland in fourth place among European nations most affected by housing shortages. Why has it got so bad and is there any solution in sight?

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Record number of foreigners are employed in top jobs in Switzerland and what foreigners should do to protect their savings — 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 (4 weeks ago)

More foreign nationals live in the city and canton of Geneva than almost anywhere else in Switzerland. New data reveals who these people are.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

The Swiss pride themselves on the uniqueness of their country and like to point out how much better — and certainly more organised — life is here than elsewhere. Here are some differences, both good and bad.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

If you are new to Switzerland, or planning to travel here from abroad, you may wonder what the Swiss law says about using devices that detect speed cameras or police speed checks.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The US House of Representatives on Thursday passed 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 (A month ago)

Geneva's lawmakers support funding for and protection of international organisations; Zurich airport rated highly in international ranking; and more Swiss news in our Friday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

After global markets went into a tailspin over Donald Trump's punitive customs duties, he abruptly changed his mind. Did Switzerland play a role in this turnabout?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The online business platform LinkedIn has revealed the best companies in Switzerland to work for in 2025. A clear trend has emerged from the data: nearly all the 'winners' are in the pharmaceutical or related fields.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

British dual nationals in Europe have been describing their anger and stress over misleading, vague and constantly changing information from the UK government on the subject of the new ETA travel visa requirements.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

European stock markets rebounded sharply in early deals on Thursday after US President Donald Trump abruptly paused steep tariffs on most countries.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Residents in one Swiss canton have been targeted by fake tax invoices ordering them to pay arrears and fines. And it's not the only swindle people in Switzerland should be aware of.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Swiss financial markets rebound after a sharp fall; price of public transport tickets in Switzerland will not go up in 2025; and more news in our Thursday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Geography quiz: Do you know the capital of every Swiss canton and what exact role those places have? Find out all about it in this article.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Vaud deputies are seeking to strip Lausanne of its function as the permanent seat of the canton's capital — a decidedly far-fetched idea in Switzerland. Is this likely to happen?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Closed for the winter, passes in the Swiss Alps are scheduled to reopen for car traffic within the next few weeks, weather permitting.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

European stock markets sank at the open on Wednesday as US President Donald Trump's steep new tariffs came into effect and triggered a fresh sell-off in global equities.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

While announcing a sweeping range of reciprocal tariffs on goods from abroad, US president Donald Trump said customs duties of 31 percent would be imposed on imports from Switzerland. This is what we know so far.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Switzerland might be one of the wealthiest countries in the world but its population has a debt problem it seems. As well as a new scheme from the government there is other help people in debt can get in the country.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Passes in the Swiss Alps are set to reopen for cars; Lausanne may lose its title as Vaud's capital; and other news from Switzerland in our Wednesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The past week has been very volatile for the global — and Swiss — financial markets, causing everyone who has savings in the bank and investments to worry about how to protect their money. This is what you should know.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

A recent case of a Swiss pensioner has helped to reveal how one-third of the dentists practicing in the country 'inflate' their prices. But how does the system work?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

After weeks of confusion and contradictory information over the workings of the UK's ETA visa waiver for British dual nationals, the UK government has changed its advice once again - and created more uncertainty and anger for travellers.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The UK government seemed to be planning a major change for British dual nationals - with a new rule that would force dual nationals to either use their UK passport to travel to the UK (or spend £550 on a Certificate of Entitlement). But then it appeared to back track.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The proportion of foreign nationals in top management positions in Swiss companies "has never been higher", a new report has found.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Though it is set to be launched in 2026, the fate of Switzerland's controversial electronic identity system remains a limbo. What is the delay?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Europe in 2025 experienced its hottest March ever recorded by a significant margin, driving extreme conditions across a continent warming faster than any other, Europe's Copernicus climate monitor said on Tuesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

A record number of foreign CEOs work in Swiss companies; Switzerland's planned e-ID will be put to a referendum again; and more news in our roundup on Tuesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The Swiss government will create a task force to deal with foreign criminals who are repeat offenders.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The new edition of the "Swiss Wage Book", compiled by the canton of Zurich, offers a look into the salaries paid in 2025 in a variety of job sectors. But they are not equal across the country.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

"Alarming" levels of microplastic have been found in major rivers across Europe according to scientists in 14 studies published simultaneously Monday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

If you are planning to travel on international night trains to and from Switzerland in the coming months, be prepared to be very flexible. This is why.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Switzerland's rules of the road don't just apply to motorists but also to cyclists, who risk paying a hefty fine if they break them. Here are the nine common violations to be aware of and the amount you'd pay if you break the rules.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Swiss government set to create a task force dealing with foreign criminals; real estate sector is used for money laundering; and more news from Switzerland on Monday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The impact of US trade tariffs on Swiss economy, and higher gun ownership rates — 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)

Switzerland's population continues to rise to a record level, despite a drop in immigration and a falling birthrate, new statistics reveal.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Official figures show that the number of firearm permits granted to individuals in Switzerland increased in 2024. What has triggered this trend?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Donald Trump's announcement that 31-percent tariffs would be levied on imports from Switzerland sent shockwaves through the country's economic circles. But what impact could this measure have on people directly?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Schlager icon Helene Fischer is a star in German speaking countries. So what is Schlager music — and how did Fischer become its modern representative?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Swiss rent prices rise, MPs demand swift action to counter US tariffs, plus other news from Switzerland in our Friday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Switzerland, which was hit hard by US President Donald Trump's global tariff onslaught, is not planning to retaliate "at the present time", the government said Thursday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

There is a proven link between poor diet and ill health, and Swiss authorities have a new plan to eradicate both. This is how.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Swiss law prohibits any form of discrimination in the workplace, but the US looks set to impose its own policies on employers in Switzerland.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The value of Russian assets frozen in Switzerland since the start of Moscow's full-scale invasion of Ukraine has risen by nearly $2 billion in the past year to over $8 billion, the government said Tuesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

European leaders hit out against sweeping new US tariffs on Thursday, with the EU saying it was ready to respond with countermeasures while opening the door for last-ditch negotiations.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

US President Donald Trump imposes high tariffs on Swiss imports; the US to pressure Swiss companies to scrap their equal-rights programs; and other news in our Thursday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Whether you already live in Switzerland or dream of spending your golden years here, there is much to know about retiring in this country.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Switzerland should introduce a total of 36 weeks of parental leave after the birth of a child — that is, 18 weeks for each parent, according to a new popular initiative.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

More often than not, naturalisation is a lengthy and complex procedure. And sometimes an applicant's hopes of obtaining a Swiss passport are dashed. What can unsuccessful candidates do?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

A French citizen who saw his application for Swiss citizenship denied over his grass-cutting activity had his day in court — and won.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

On Wednesday, April 2nd the UK's new ETA travel authorisation system became obligatory for European travellers. Here's how it will impact residents of European countries.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

A new visa waver program for the UK begins today for Swiss citizens; Zurich authorities decide to keep controversial statues on its territory; and more Swiss news in our Wednesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Swiss trains are known for their punctuality — a reputation that is mostly justified. But there are also some that arrive late, even very late, and many of them are international services.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

From April 2025 Switzerland's government is offering higher bonuses to encourage property owners to harness the sun's clean energy.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Swiss passports and identity cards never indicate where a person was born, but the commune and canton their ancestors came from. But what happens if you have no Swiss roots?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Fewer people in Switzerland were in debt in 2024, Geneva imposes ban on plastic utensils plus other news from Switzerland on Tuesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Eight percent of people in Switzerland, one of the richest countries in the world, were living below the official poverty line in 2023, the Federal Statistical Office (FSO) said on Monday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Given Switzerland is a small country with a limited supply of land (and a housing shortage as a result), the construction priority is given to main residences. Building of secondary homes is strictly regulated and in some parts banned altogether.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Residents of Zug may well be the luckiest people in Switzerland: their health insurance will not only NOT increase, but it will actually fall. How is this possible?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

While the cost of living is generally high across Switzerland, in some cantons and municipalities, your purchasing power will be greater than in others.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

SBB to prioritise mainline trains, Switzerland has higher purchasing power than neighbours Germany and Austria and more news in our Monday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Though Switzerland's rail network is known for its punctuality and efficiency, in terms of speed its trains trail behind the rest of Europe. Why is that, and will it change?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The number of accidents involving cyclists in Switzerland has shot up in recent years and there are reasons to explain the rise.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Whether you're commuting to work, training for your next Bike-A-Thon, or simply like to explore the Swiss countryside on the weekend – as a cyclist, you take part in traffic and must be aware of Switzerland's rules of the road.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The skies over Switzerland will reveal a unique spectacle on Saturday when a partial eclipse of the sun takes place.

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