The Local - Switzerland (57 minutes ago)

The demand for affordable apartments in Switzerland's largest city is so strong that some tenants have resorted to 'blackmailing' candidates for the lease takeover.

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The Local - Switzerland (57 minutes ago)

This may seem like a strange question, except that it has been voted on in Switzerland's National Council this week.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 hours ago)

The EU's new passport control Entry & Exit System (EES) is scheduled to come into force later this year and is already causing anxiety for many travellers. We've answered your questions on the new system and how it will work.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 hours ago)

While most foreign nationals who are employed in Switzerland work here long-term, others come specifically for seasonal work.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 hours ago)

The EU's new passport control Entry & Exit System (EES) is scheduled to come into force later this year and is already causing anxiety for many travellers. We've answered your questions on the new system and how it will work.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 hours ago)

The Swiss government on Wednesday announced that it would host a high-level peace conference for Ukraine in mid-June, but said Russia would not attend.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 hours ago)

Depending on where in Switzerland you live, your money could far — or not far enough.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 hours ago)

From Thursday April 11th it will become harder for Britons living in Europe to move back to the UK with their foreign partner and family because the minimum salary threshold rises steeply.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 hours ago)

Planning to explore Switzerland? We've compiled a list of the most unique and unforgettable places to stay in the Alpine nation, whether you want to try a fancy bunker, an old monastery or simply a bed and butler in the middle of nowhere.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 hours ago)

Most kids in Switzerland are vaccinated against common childhood illnesses. But some parents choose not to do so. Can their schools force them?

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The Local - Switzerland (5 hours ago)

There are many reasons why an application for Swiss naturalisation could be refused — and some of them might be hard to believe.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 hours 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 (5 hours ago)

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The Local - Switzerland (5 hours ago)

Prices of properties in Switzerland are out of reach of most residents and they may continue to be so in the near future.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 hours ago)

These days it is possible to be physically located in Switzerland, while working remotely for a company based in another country. Here's what you should know about this growing 'digital nomad' trend — and how to do it in Switzerland.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 hours ago)

Following the positive feedback received in Switzerland over the proposed rail service between Basel and London, a similar move is now underway in Switzerland to 'connect' Geneva with the UK's capital as well.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 hours ago)

One of the biggest annual events in Zurich, the Sechseläuten, takes place each April. The Local explains what it's all about...and what the Böögg is.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 hours ago)

Spring is here, which means people in Switzerland are spending more time outside, enjoying fresh air and beautiful scenery. But while you are at it, remember to respect the nature, as well as people around you.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 hours ago)

It is a common misconception that everyone in Switzerland is wealthy. But in fact, most of the country's population is part of the middle-income class.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 hours ago)

Switzerland is facing scrutiny of its environmental policies after becoming the first country faulted by an international court for failing to do enough against climate change.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 hours ago)

Can residents of Switzerland's largest city really be happy, considering its higher-than-elsewhere cost of living?

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The Local - Switzerland (5 hours ago)

Ever since the UK 'Brexited' from the EU, its citizens have faced various restrictions in Switzerland (as elsewhere in Europe). But what happens to those already living here?

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The Local - Switzerland (5 hours ago)

Swiss residency permits are notoriously hard to obtain for people from some countries. But there is a way to do this — here's how.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 hours ago)

Washington and Tehran have not had diplomatic relations for decades, but before Iran's attack on Israel they had direct communications through "the Swiss channel".

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The Local - Switzerland (5 hours ago)

Social media post about fatal shooting in Zurich; worst roads to be stuck on in Geneva; and more Swiss news in our roundup on Tuesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (11 hours ago)

Social media post about fatal shooting in Zurich; worst roads to be stuck on in Geneva; and more Swiss news in our roundup on Tuesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (16 hours ago)

Washington and Tehran have not had diplomatic relations for decades, but before Iran's attack on Israel they had direct communications through "the Swiss channel".

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The Local - Switzerland (A day ago)

Ever since the UK 'Brexited' from the EU, its citizens have faced various restrictions in Switzerland (as elsewhere in Europe). But what happens to those already living here?

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The Local - Switzerland (A day ago)

Swiss residency permits are notoriously hard to obtain for people from some countries. But there is a way to do this — here's how.

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The Local - Switzerland (A day ago)

Can residents of Switzerland's largest city really be happy, considering its higher-than-elsewhere cost of living?

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The Local - Switzerland (A day ago)

Switzerland is facing scrutiny of its environmental policies after becoming the first country faulted by an international court for failing to do enough against climate change.

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The Local - Switzerland (A day ago)

SWISS airline to bypass Iranian airspace; MPs want to rid the country of foreign spies; and more news in our roundup on Monday,

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

The differences in purchasing power among cantons and an innovative proposal to relieve housing shortage, are among the Swiss news The Local reported this week. You can catch up on everything in this weekly roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

One of the biggest annual events in Zurich, the Sechseläuten, takes place each April. The Local explains what it's all about...and what the Böögg is.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

Following the positive feedback received in Switzerland over the proposed rail service between Basel and London, a similar move is now underway in Switzerland to 'connect' Geneva with the UK's capital as well.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

Prices of properties in Switzerland are out of reach of most residents and they may continue to be so in the near future.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

These days it is possible to be physically located in Switzerland, while working remotely for a company based in another country. Here's what you should know about this growing 'digital nomad' trend — and how to do it in Switzerland.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

Forecast for Swiss property prices; a pro-neutrality vote is heading to the ballot box; and more news in our roundup on Friday.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

Spring is here, which means people in Switzerland are spending more time outside, enjoying fresh air and beautiful scenery. But while you are at it, remember to respect the nature, as well as people around you.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days 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 (5 days ago)

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

There are many reasons why an application for Swiss naturalisation could be refused — and some of them might be hard to believe.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

Most kids in Switzerland are vaccinated against common childhood illnesses. But some parents choose not to do so. Can their schools force them?

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

From Thursday April 11th it will become harder for Britons living in Europe to move back to the UK with their foreign partner and family because the minimum salary threshold rises steeply.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

Planning to explore Switzerland? We've compiled a list of the most unique and unforgettable places to stay in the Alpine nation, whether you want to try a fancy bunker, an old monastery or simply a bed and butler in the middle of nowhere.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

Depending on where in Switzerland you live, your money could far — or not far enough.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

Swiss still have high purchasing power; unvaccinated airline personnel sues over dismissal; and more news in our roundup on Thursday.

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

With the world of work rapidly changing, digital nomad visas are now in high demand as a way to experience life in another country while continuing to work remotely. Here are the European countries that you can obtain one for, and what's involved.

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

The Swiss government on Wednesday announced that it would host a high-level peace conference for Ukraine in mid-June, but said Russia would not attend.

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

Rent prices have increased in Switzerland in the past year and even more hikes are on the horizon, prompting the government to devise cost-curbing measures.

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

The Swiss government said on Thursday that it opposed proposals to constitutionally ban imports of foie gras and fur from mistreated animals, but the Swiss people will still vote in a referendum.

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

Big changes are afoot for travel in Europe with the EU introducing two new systems for travellers - EES and ETIAS. We want to hear from readers about their questions and any worries about the new systems.

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

Europe's top rights court ruled that Switzerland was not doing enough to tackle climate change, condemning it to a hefty fee. But why does Switzerland have to abide by this decision?

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

Watches are considered as quintessentially Swiss as chocolate. But how did that become the case?

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

SBB makes Switzerland-bound Italian trains more punctual; another Swiss city to start cannabis trial; and more news in our roundup on Wednesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

The Swiss women's association Elders for Climate Protection secured a historic win Tuesday when Europe's top rights court faulted Switzerland for not doing enough to tackle global warming.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

In a landmark decision, Europe's top rights court ruled that Switzerland was not doing enough to tackle climate change, condemning the country to pay a hefty fine. But will anything change?

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

It is a common misconception that everyone in Switzerland is wealthy. But in fact, most of the country's population is part of the middle-income class.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Tall residential buildings are not very common in Swiss cities, but efforts to change this are gathering strength.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

A new global report ranks three Swiss cities among the world's 'smartest.' What exactly does this mean?

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Europe's top rights court ruled on Tuesday that Switzerland was failing to respect "right to private and family life" due to the government"s failure to do enough to tackle climate change.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Politicians push for higher buildings as a relief for housing shortage; the government wants you to bury your underwear; and more Swiss news in our roundup on Tuesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

In most cantons, residents have until the end of the month, March 31st, to send in their tax declarations. However, an increasing number of people in Switzerland can't afford to pay their taxes at all. So what happens to them?

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Many students like to earn money during their summer holidays. But those seeking employment in Switzerland's second-largest city Geneva are in for disappointment.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

An "exceptional" dust cloud from the Sahara is choking parts of Europe, the continent's climate monitor said on Monday, causing poor air quality and coating windows and cars in grime.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

You have probably noticed that filling up your vehicle has become a tad more expensive recently — more so in some Swiss regions than in others.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

There are definitely some upsides of working in Switzerland - notably the higher salaries you can earn, but there are also downsides.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

A push for a train link between Geneva and London; motorists see petrol prices go up; and more Swiss news in our roundup on Monday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Europe's top rights court will on Tuesday issue unprecedented verdicts in three separate cases on the responsibility of states in the face of global warming, rulings that could force governments to adopt more ambitious climate policies.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Swiss sheep farmers on Saturday dumped the bodies of animals killed by wolves in front of a regional government building, demanding more action against the predators, Swiss media reported.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

The EU is confronted with 821 very dangerous criminal gangs, whose bosses issue orders from as far as Dubai or South America, Europol said Friday in a comprehensive report.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

As technology and science advance at breakneck speed, a Swiss group is already looking beyond AI to the next big potential technological disrupters.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Britons and their European families are being divided or simply unable to move back to the UK because of strict income requirements, which are now set to rise steeply. Two British nationals in Europe tell The Local how the rules have impacted them.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Tragic accidents in the Swiss Alps and the growing foreign population are among the Swiss news 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)

If you are not sure where in Switzerland you should live without breaking the bank, the answer may be to look beyond the biggest cities.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

If you live and/or work in Switzerland, you will need a local bank account. But can a financial institution turn you down?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

From Zermatt's unplugged music festival to Swiss beer in Solothurn, there are plenty of events in Switzerland to keep you entertained this April.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

In the warmer months, spending some quality time in your garden can be wonderful for your mental and physical well-being. But what are people actually allowed to do in their garden in Switzerland?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

After immigration came to a standstill during the pandemic, the number of foreign nationals settling in Switzerland has been on the upward trend in the past two years.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Switzerland's foreign population has grown in 2023; Switzerland-based airline crews don't want to fly to Israel due to safety concerns, and more news in our roundup on Friday.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

A Frenchman who has lived in the canton Jura for a decade saw his application for Swiss citizenship denied because he apparently still hadn't learned that Sundays and public holidays are sacrosanct in Switzerland.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

In a recent ranking, Arlesheim, near Basel, has joined the network of the Most Beautiful Swiss Villages.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

A new chapter has been added to the on-going saga of confusion between Switzerland and Sweden — and it came from the highest reaches of the US government.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The populist Swiss People's Party (SVP) submitted 114,600 signatures (more than the 100,000 required) to the Federal Chancellery, demanding a national vote on curbing immigration.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Voters will decide on whether to limit immigration; US 'removes' Switzerland from Europe; and more news in our roundup on Thursday.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The super-Swiss tradition of yodelling may soon be included on UNESCO's list of intangible cultural heritages. How important is it to Switzerland today?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Despite continued complaints that flights between the country's two largest cities are bad for the environment and should be completely replaced by a train service, SWISS airline has no plans to give up this route.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

All Swiss residents get a 13-digit identification number attached to their name. But how important is it to have one?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

April has only just begun and Switzerland is already facing summer temperatures.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Push to include Switzerland's ties with the EU in the country's constitution; Swiss airline to continue flying between Zurich and Geneva; and more news in our roundup on Wednesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Three people were killed and three others injured in a helicopter crash Tuesday on the Petit Combin mountain in the Swiss Alps, police said.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Switzerland has rolled out new laws in April for drivers as well as those who ride fast electric bikes.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Depending on where in Switzerland you live, the price of housing could be (no pun intended) through the roof. But you could, in some cases, be entitled to rent reduction.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

One of the three people killed by an avalanche at the luxury Swiss ski resort of Zermatt was a 15-year-old boy from the United States, police said Tuesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Another hike of health insurance rates expected for 2025; new road rules for e-bikes and vehicles go onto effect; and more Swiss news in our roundup on Tuesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

On April 1st, 1957, the BBC broadcast a three-minute video about a family in southern Switzerland harvesting their annual spaghetti crop. More than 60 years later, it's widely regarded as the most successful April Fools' Day prank of all time.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

An exceptionally rare haze of Saharan dust cloaked Switzerland and southeastern France on Saturday, sparking health warnings as a yellow hue tinged the sky.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The days are getting longer and the Schneeglöggli (snowdrops) are making their appearance - a sure sign that Easter is here. 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)

Data from the Swiss Post reveals who are the people moving homes inside Switzerland - and how far they usually go to.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

The Swiss Federal Council's planned pension reforms aim to equalise widow and widower pensions - but they also are likely to amount to cuts in survivor benefits.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

This weekend sees the changing of the clocks to summer time - but the EU had actually come up with a plan to end this practice back in 2019. So what happened?

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Traffic jams, the power of Swiss chocolate, and other news from around Switzerland on Friday.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

When seeking Swiss naturalisation, you must provide certain documents. One of them is a reference letter.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

The number of foreigners involved in fatal incidents in the Swiss Alps reached a ten year high in 2023, a new report from the Swiss Alpine Club reveals.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

The IMF urged Switzerland on Thursday to strengthen its financial sector regulation as supervising UBS has become "more challenging" since it grew into a global banking behemoth after its takeover of Credit Suisse.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

It is a well-known fact that the Swiss German language is totally different from 'regular' German. But what about the French spoken in Switzerland?

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Some candidates applying for Swiss citizenship in the city of Zurich will pay less for the procedure, while for others the costs will be higher.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

A fourth chocolate - 'blond' - has been slowly making inroads into French confectionary, but has failed to win official recognition and faces competition from a pink Swiss variety.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Government decides on 13th pension modalities; Switzerland and Germany agree on fining each other's drivers; and more news in our roundup on Thursday.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Switzerland has thousands of years of cultural history and stories to experience, told through its museums.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Newly published figures show that the number of thefts in Switzerland has substantially increased in 2023. What's driving this surge?

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Good Friday and Easter Monday are two holidays that are celebrated in some Swiss cantons over the Easter weekend, but not in others. And one canton has no public holidays at all.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Switzerland is one of the wealthiest countries in the world which contributes to overall high satisfaction, but many people still have financial worries.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Switzerland's population is the 'most satisfied' in Europe; increasing number of Swiss question their neutrality; and more news in our roundup on Wednesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

There is a perception in Switzerland that Swiss natives and foreigners just don't really get on. Clare O'Dea explains why there might be a lack of chemistry and where the blame may lie.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

As the tax deadline in most Swiss cantons (March 31st) is fast approaching, you may be wondering whether you need to declare 'side' jobs on your tax declaration.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

While the economies of many countries are struggling, Switzerland's is doing well in comparison. What exactly are its strengths and weaknesses? And how will they impact you?

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Swiss chocolatiers have a battle on their hands as Easter rolls around, with surging cocoa prices sending their costs soaring and consumers cutting back as inflation hits their pockets.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

From new rules for e-bikes and cars, to Geneva's ban on disposable tableware, this is what is set to change in Switzerland in April 2024.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Foreigners are responsible for most thefts in Switzerland; French-speaking cantons to get better access to Geneva airport on Easter; and more news in our roundup on Tuesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Switzerland has a low crime rate and is deemed safer than many other European countries. But the latest statistics show that some serious offences rose last year.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Geneva's bus and tram network covers not only the Swiss city and canton, but some parts of the neighbouring French communities as well.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Swiss cantons and municipalities have been refusing to naturalise foreigners who are subject of debt collection proceedings. But is this really legal?

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Court rules debt doesn't prevent Swiss naturalisation; electricity prices to drop; and more news in our roundup on Monday.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Two cross-country skiers have been killed in an avalanche near the plush resort of Klosters in southeast Switzerland, police said Saturday.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

The hard-right Swiss People's Party, Switzerland's biggest political party, on Saturday anointed as its new leader hill farmer Marcel Dettling, a hardliner on asylum and immigration.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

The newly resumed round of negotiations between Switzerland and the European Union is now underway. But even if agreements are signed, stamped, and sealed, this doesn't automatically mean they will go into effect.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Impact of lower interest rates on Swiss consumers and a look at the employees' work-life balance are among the Swiss news 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)

The Swiss canton has bucked the trend seen in many states around the world: instead of being in the red, its public coffers are overflowing. What is the canton going to do with the excess money?

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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.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

If you live in Switzerland, you are likely no stranger to Twint and maybe even use it regularly to make and receive payments. But if you are not familiar with this app, this is what you should know.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Geneva to offer financial perks to its residents; Swiss franc weakens against the euro; and more news in our roundup on Friday.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

If you are working in Switzerland, you should know how to read the payslip you get each month from your employer so you can understand the deductions and surcharges it contains.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

As is the case before any major public holiday, roads and airports will be more congested than normally. What can you expect in Switzerland in the days leading up to (and after) Easter?

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Motorway vignettes, either paper or digital versions, are obligatory in Switzerland for all vehicles — including those with foreign license plates.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

In an unexpected move, the Swiss National Bank cut the interest rate by quarter point. How will this move impact consumers?

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

It's that time again – with the green shoots of spring also arrives the annual tax return deadline in Switzerland. But the dates for these deadlines depend on which canton you live in.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Zurich set to build hundreds of affordable housing units; SBB tests automated locomotives; and more news in our roundup on Thursday

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Slightly more than 40 percent of medical professionals working in Switzerland are of foreign origin, and their numbers are growing. What is the reason for this upward trend?

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Given that Switzerland has not fought in any wars since the mid-19th century, the question about why the neutral country needs an active military is a legitimate one.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Yes, employees in Switzerland tend to spend many hours on the job—42 hours a week on average—but that doesn't mean they don't get any down time to enjoy life.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

No, English is not one of Switzerland's official languages but in many cantons, it is the most widespread 'foreign' language.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Switzerland is set to vote on reinforcing its neutrality, Russia's war in Ukraine having reopened questions over the country's long-standing position on non-engagement in foreign conflicts.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Swiss median salary has increased; English is becoming more widespread in Switzerland; and more news in our roundup on Wednesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 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.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Like every year at this time, traffic jams are forming on the roads leading to Ticino. The reason is that many residents of other Swiss regions like to spend this holiday in the Italian-speaking canton. Here's why.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Under what conditions do foreign residents live in Switzerland? How many people in are owners rather than tenants (and vice-versa?) And where in Switzerland are rents highest and lowest?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Less cash is in use in Switzerland; cantons with highest rents; and more news in our roundup on Tuesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Bern and Brussels announced on Monday the official launch of a new round of bi-lateral talks. Now that Switzerland has a "definitive" negotiating mandate with the European Union, what will be the main issues that the two sides need to agree on?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Tax deadline in the United States is fast approaching — as every year, it falls on April 15th. If you are a US citizen living in Switzerland, can you manage to prepare your tax declaration yourself, or do you need an expert to help you?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Chances are that you are regularly or occasionally using public transportation in your local community, but perhaps have not yet ridden on Switzerland's yellow PostBus.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Swiss police detains three teens suspected of ties with extremist groups; financing of the 13th pension under debate; and more news in our roundup on Monday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Switzerland is not a member of the European Union but it does have other agreements in place that give certain benefits to its citizens.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Geneva must be up there when picturing an international city where language is no barrier. Does this hold true for those looking for a job?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Sunday shop openings and upcoming train schedule disruptions in the Basel region are among the Swiss news 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)

Many of us who have moved to Switzerland are familiar with the concept of 'Church Tax'. While individuals can be required to pay it, what are the obligations for companies?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

If your employment in Switzerland depends on your work permit — as is the case for most foreigners — then you may worry that it won't be extended. Can this actually happen?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

An important deadline not to be missed today; train disruptions in the Basel area; and more Swiss news in our roundup on Friday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

If you live in or near Basel, be prepared to put up with many train cancellations and other disruptions as Swiss national railway is 'carrying out extensive expansion and maintenance work'.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Forget yodellng and brass bands; Switzerland is a land of music obsessives, where all kinds of genres are celebrated during the summer festival season.

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