The Local - Switzerland (4 hours ago)

Europe is still taking stock of a powerful heatwave in late June but experts are already confident it ranks among the worst ever recorded -- even rivalling a freak 2003 episode.

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The Local - Switzerland (21 hours ago)

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said Friday there was "still quite a lot of work to do" to resolve issues with a new border check system blamed for severely disrupting European air travel.

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The Local - Switzerland (23 hours ago)

Swiss president criticised for giving in to US demands, and government delays launch of digital identity card — 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 (23 hours ago)

In French-speaking Switzerland alone, criminal networks pretending to be police officers have defrauded more than 5,000 victims of around 18 million francs in the past four years.

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The Local - Switzerland (A day ago)

Faced with a combination of summer travel and new EES border checks, Swiss airports are advising that passengers prepare for longer queues and leave extra time to deal with delays.

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The Local - Switzerland (A day ago)

To represent Switzerland, athletes - including those on the national football squad - must be Swiss citizens. But do they get a preferential treatment in this regard?

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The Local - Switzerland (A day ago)

In many people's minds, the 'land of opportunity' – the place where people have many chances to succeed, achieve their goals, and improve their lives – is associated with the United States. But a new study shows it is actually Switzerland.

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The Local - Switzerland (A day ago)

Swiss airports advise travellers to get ready for long queues; heatwaves will 'become the norm' in Switzerland; and more news in our roundup on Friday.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 days ago)

President Guy Parmelin flew to Washington this week to work out a better trade deal for Swiss exports, but he came back empty-handed, having made one-sided concessions to the United States instead.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 days ago)

In the fourth, and last, round of national referendums in 2026, Swiss voters will have their say on four issues when they go to the polls in November.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 days ago)

After the torrid heatwave that hit Switzerland the second half of June and a subsequent (relative) respite, what will the month of July bring us, in terms of weather?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 days ago)

Swiss president under fire for making concessions to the United States; Thurgau parliament naturalises Syrian man after eight years of controversy; and other news in our Thursday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

Starting on July 1st, the European Union will impose a €3 duty on small parcels valued at less than €150 entering the 27-nation bloc. Will Switzerland be affected by this measure as well?

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

Six motorways are currently crossing Zurich, but soon the Swiss canton will 'lose' one of them.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

European airport and airline associations have once again urged the European Commission to take immediate action as they warn the new digital Entry/Exit System (EES) risks travel mayhem and misery for millions this summer.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

Though planned to be launched in December 2026, the long-in-the-works electronic identity won't be introduced this year after all.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

Introduction of e-ID will be delayed; Switzerland's population is still among the richest in the world; and more news in our roundup on Wednesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

With summer's rising temperatures, it seems a great time to take a refreshing plunge in one of Switzerland's many lakes. Whether they're warm enough to swim in depends on your preferences. Here's what we can tell you.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

Whether you are getting married, or obtaining a birth certificate for a child born in Switzerland, you will likely pay more for these documents in the future.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

Having beaten both Bosnia and Canada so far, Switzerland will play Algeria in the next round of the World Cup on July 3rd. Where can you watch this, and other FIFA World Cup games, in the comfort of your home?

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

Depending on how the matter plays out in the parliament, Switzerland's cows could soon be wearing electric shock collars instead of bells around their necks.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

Heatwave warnings are lifted in almost all of Switzerland; electricity prices are expected to fall again in 2027; plus other news in our roundup this Tuesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

Whether you are driving, taking the train, or flying to your destination, there are certain things you need to know before you travel in Switzerland this summer.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

If you are not yet fluent in any of the Swiss national languages, you may not know whether another heatwave is on the way this summer.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

Though all of Swiss regions have sweltered under the extremely hot weather for nearly three weeks this month, Basel bore the brunt of the heatwave.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

This week brings 'cooler' weather to Switzerland; Swiss median wages have risen; and more news in our roundup on Monday.

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

The World Health Organisation said Sunday that over 1,300 excess deaths had been recorded in Europe since June 21 in connection with the record-breaking heatwave roasting much of the continent.

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

At least 191 million people are forecast to endure temperatures of at least 35C on Sunday in Europe, with the heat particularly intense in Germany, the Czech Republic, Hungary and Poland, according to AFP estimates.

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

Switzerland broke the record for its hottest-ever June day for the third day in a row on Saturday, with the mercury rising to 39C in the northern city of Basel.

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

Tens of millions are braving a weekend of extreme temperatures in Europe as a deadly heatwave moves eastwards, with some countries announcing rising death tolls and health services warning of saturation.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

The reactors at Europe's oldest nuclear plant were shut down Friday, its Swiss operator said, after the heatwave roasting Europe sent temperatures soaring in the river used for cooling.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

At least 193 million people across Europe are expected to experience temperatures above 35C on Saturday, AFP calculations found, up from Friday as the heatwave was set to shift eastwards.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

The Swiss ski resort bar where dozens of young people perished in a New Year fire will be repurposed as a youth venue, the top regional official said in a newspaper interview published Saturday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Commercial supplies of jet fuel may worsen this summer despite the improving situation in the Strait of Hormuz, EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jorgensen said Friday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Switzerland on Friday recorded its hottest ever June temperature, with the mercury hitting 38.8C in the northern city of Basel, breaking the previous record of 38C set there just a day earlier.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Swiss glaciers are set to lose an enormous amount of ice due to the heatwave battering Europe, the head of Glacier Monitoring in Switzerland (GLAMOS) told AFP.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

A number of foreigner-related measures are at the centre of political debates, and Switzerland introduces a national fine for littering — 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)

The heatwave battering Europe may have an unlikely partner-in-crime: a patch of cold ocean water south of Iceland and Greenland that can influence weather patterns over the continent.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Authorities in the canton of Geneva are considering making access to air conditioning devices simpler, as the region, along with the rest of Switzerland, has been hit by a record-breaking heatwave.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

In real estate lingo, what counts most is 'location, location, location.' But in Switzerland, many other factors enter into play when choosing the best place to live, a new analysis reveals.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

If you have been looking for a 'cool' apartment in Switzerland, you may want to opt for ones with a 'Minergie' label. But can they really keep the heat out?

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Human-caused climate change is "unequivocally" responsible for the intensity of a record-breaking heatwave scorching Europe, scientists said Friday, while experts consider the costs for an economy as productivity melts and growth becomes lethargic.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

How labour market is 'divided' between EU nationals and Swiss; an 8-year-old brings a gun to school; plus other news in our roundup this Friday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

With temperatures in some Swiss regions exceeding 35C this week we asked our readers how they manage to stay (relatively) cool in a severe heatwave in Switzerland.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

At least 101 million Europeans were expected to experience temperatures of over 35C on Thursday, in a punishing and increasingly deadly heatwave hotter than weather in parts of Africa.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Overall, Switzerland is a very clean country, and the government wants to keep it this way by introducing a national penalty for littering.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Swiss glaciers have been melting at an alarming rate due to global warming for decades, and the most recent heatwave is accelerating this process.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Switzerland is negotiating with France, Israel and South Korea to acquire a long-range air defence system, amid lengthy delivery delays of US Patriot missiles.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Though the far-right move to curb immigration from the EU was defeated at the ballot box and no longer dominates Swiss news, other measures targeting foreign residents are fuelling political debates.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

The end to the heatwave in Switzerland could be in sight; littering fines of up to 250 francs to be introduced nationwide; and more news in our Thursday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

As high temperatures can diminish or accentuate the undesirable effects of some drugs, Swiss pharmacists urge special caution.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

With Switzerland sweltering in a heatwave, The Local wants to hear from readers about how they deal with the soaring temperatures and any tips they have. Tell us in our quick survey.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

The heatwave gripping Europe is putting people's health at risk, and the continent's leaders must invest in making their health services more climate-resilient, the WHO chief said Wednesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

If you live in Switzerland, you know that installing something as simple as an AC unit in your home is a complex task. The Local's Helena Bachmann found that out the hard way. Share your own experiences in the comments below.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

The latest heatwave sweeping across Europe is a stark reminder that it is the world's fastest-warming continent, stretching into an Arctic that is heating at an even greater pace

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

If you are a foreigner, understanding Switzerland's health insurance system may not be easy. And figuring out which 'out of pocket' option you should choose can be a real brain twister.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Bid to protect tenants from abusive rents will go to the ballot box; plan to increase minimum health insurance gets broad support; and more news from Switzerland in our Wednesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Unless you have been living in an igloo, you know that Switzerland has been in the throes of an oppressive heatwave. And its effects can be significant.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

A department head in Switzerland's Office for Migration, Integration, and Citizenship in Basel-Country has been accused of illegally denying hundreds of EU citizens the right to reside in Switzerland, in many because they had previously committed minor criminal offences.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The extreme heat baking much of Europe this week is exposing the limits of rail infrastructure made during cooler times, leading to delays and cancellations along with warnings to travellers with health problems to avoid trips if possible.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Europe on Tuesday braced for more extreme weather as a deadly heatwave threatened fresh temperature records, with trains disrupted and hospitals across the continent preparing for an influx of heat-afflicted patients.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

From a new law on non-violent upbringing of children to funds for user-friendly senior housing - these are the key changes and events in Switzerland in July 2026.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Passengers flying from Zurich Airport will soon be able to carry up to two litres of liquids in their hand luggage after the airport installed high-tech security scanners, bringing an end to the the strict 100ml limit established in 2006.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Zurich Airport introduces a new, more generous 'liquid rule'; Swiss teachers call for heat protection for public school students; and more news in our Tuesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Swathes of Switzerland are still under red level danger warnings as the period extreme heat continued to bake the country.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

From high-lining between mountain peaks to scores (no pun intended) of music festivals, these are some of the best events happening in July.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

For certain foreigners, obtaining a Swiss B permit is a complicated task, and many are resorting to illegal means of obtaining one.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Working while temperatures exceed 30C is not only unpleasant, but can also be dangerous to health and safety. What are Swiss employers' responsibilities in such cases?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Voters will decide on the introduction of cantonal minimum wages; Swiss tenants could demand charging stations for electric vehicles in their buildings; plus other news in our roundup this Monday.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Diplomats from several countries were meeting Saturday at a Swiss retreat in a bid to maintain dialogue on the preliminary US-Iran deal to halt the Middle East war, said Bern.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The UN rights chief said on Saturday he deeply regretted the European Union's new migration rules, which allow much broader detention powers and the creation of deportation centres outside the bloc.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

A decade after the Brexit referendum, the UK is experiencing a form of "divorce regret" with surveys showing most Britons now believe leaving the European Union was a mistake.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The Swiss government on Friday submitted a draft law to ban public displays of the swastika, Hitler salute and other Nazi signs, amid a sharp rise in antisemitic incidents in the country.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

If your move is taking place during the week, you may wonder if your Swiss employer will give you time off from work. Here's what you should know.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Unlike France and Italy, Switzerland is not known for its gastronomy. But if you live here, you have probably heard some of these myths.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Much of Western Europe was baking in a gruelling heatwave on Friday with the mercury expected to continue rising in the coming days, shattering temperature records.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

With large parts of the country sweltering in near record temperatures, experts have forecast when they think Switzerland's extreme heat will finally end.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Taking a dip in public fountains has become a much-loved ritual in certain parts of Switzerland. But with the country currently suffering a heatwave, is it allowed everywhere?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Insurance premiums in Switzerland can vary wildly depending on your age, where you live, and your nationality, data from insurance companies shows, with some foreigners paying significantly more than local drivers in 2026.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Switzerland's parliament on Thursday approved a divisive government plan to build new nuclear power stations, overturning a 2018 ban and putting the country on course for a referendum.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Swiss far-right still wants to cap immigration, court rules that clocking out for bathroom breaks at work is legal, and more news in our Friday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

From Thursday lunchtime, a level 3 (out of 4) heatwave warning was in force across large parts of Switzerland, with the Basel area placed under the highest level of alert.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Lawmakers in Switzerland's upper house have passed a motion that would forbid foreign nationals from obtaining a residence permit in Switzerland if they have previously been convicted of a crime.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Switzerland's central bank left interest rates unchanged at zero percent on Thursday, a move widely expected by analysts, but said it was watching out for signs of upward pressure on the Swiss franc currency.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

As Europe pushes for more tech sovereignty, social network W believes it has the X-factor to win users away from other platforms: it's European.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

ÖBB's new-generation Nightjet is now running on the Vienna-Zurich route, bringing updated sleeper, couchette and seating options to one of Austria's key international overnight rail links.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Art Basel made a splashy debut this week despite global turbulence, with an eight-figure sale for a Picasso during an invite-only VIP preview, and a David Hockney fetching $8.5 million.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Geneva borders reopen sooner than expected; hundreds of Zurich employers underpay their workers; plus other Swiss news in our roundup this Thursday.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

With a potentially record-breaking heatwave on the way, the SBB app will show which carriages have aircon or not over the summer months.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

European lawmakers gave final approval Wednesday to tougher migration rules that will grant authorities much broader detention powers and allow for the creation of deportation centres outside the bloc.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Swiss lawmakers have voted to overturn a short-lived rule on using a bag when weighing fresh produce in supermarkets, but the change might not be implemented immediately nor in all stores.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

In a recent EU Council meeting, Member States called for the EU-Switzerland relationship to be updated to face modern threats and challenges, arguing the current framework risks "economic and political instability" in a changing world.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

More extremely hot weather is forecast for the coming days in Switzerland. Is there a way to keep cool indoors in this kind of weather?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The uber-plush Burgenstock resort perched high above Switzerland's Lake Lucerne provides the dramatic setting for Friday's planned signing of the US-Iran memorandum of understanding to end nearly four months of war.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Swiss employers will no longer be required to monitor for wage equality; an SBB app helps commuters keep cool; and more news in our roundup on Wednesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

The vast majority of Europe's beaches offer "excellent" water quality for swimming, the EU environment agency said on Tuesday ahead of the summer season, with coastal nations and inland Austria topping the list.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Expanding the pre-existing Brusels-Strasbourg route in a trail run, Basel could soon have a direct train link with Brussels.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

EU countries have finally agreed on a raft of reforms around air passenger rights that covers everything from compensation for disruption to seating rules for those travelling with children. So how will the changes impact you and why have airlines reacted angrily?

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Another heatwave is forecast to arrive in Switzerland from Wednesday June 17th, with potentially record-breaking temperatures possible in some areas later in the week.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

The hard-right Swiss People's Party (SVP) suffered a major setback on June 14th, when its bid to stop population growth by limiting immigration was rejected at the ballot box. But the party already has other initiatives lined up.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Eight decades after World War II, Switzerland on Monday repealed sentences that were handed out to 466 Swiss citizens who fought in the French Resistance.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Swiss hard-right is already preparing new initiatives for the ballot box; Switzerland to be hit by a heatwave; plus other news in our roundup this Tuesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

From minimum wages to taxes Swiss voters also cast their ballots on a number of cantonal issues on Sunday.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

The planned train between Swiss cities and the UK capital could be operational as early as four years from now, the government has said.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Swiss voters have backed imposing stricter rules for claiming conscientious objection to military service.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Clashes erupt between G7 protesters and police in Geneva; government wants to strengthen the teaching of a second national language in primary schools; and more Swiss news in our roundup on Monday.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Protesters in Geneva threw stones and firecrackers at the police, who responded with tear gas and water cannons during a demonstration Sunday against the G7 summit in nearby Evian.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Swiss authorities and economic players breathed a sigh of relief Sunday after voters narrowly rejected a divisive anti-immigration proposal to cap the country's population, which had sparked warnings of "chaos".

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Thousands of anti-G7 protesters were expected to rally in Geneva Sunday under a heavy police presence ahead of the summit in Evian, just across the border with France.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Swiss voters will decide the fate of a divisive anti-immigration proposal on Sunday to cap the country's population, and another referendum on restricting access to conscientious objection to military service.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Much has been said and written about the 'No to 10 million' initiative seeking to cap immigration in Switzerland. Here's when we can expect the results on Sunday 14th June.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

A concerning report by Switzerland's meteorological service has outlined the key climate changes the country will face if global temperatures continue rising, with heatwaves, freak weather and melting snow and ice among the likely events.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Airlines will be banned from charging parents to get seats next to their children under an EU reform of passenger rights agreed on Friday that stopped short of more divisive changes, diplomats said.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Switzerland has offered to host the possible signing of a peace agreement between the United States and Iran, the Swiss foreign ministry told AFP on Friday.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Following a vote in the Swiss National Council, some foreigners in Switzerland could soon be made to take part in civil defence duties in the future.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

The long and contentious campaign surrounding the hard-right's bid to thwart population growth in Switzerland by limiting immigration, is coming to an end on June 14th. Here's a reminder of what's at stake as the Swiss head to the polls on Sunday.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

A total of 154 airlines are banned in the European Union due to safety concerns, after the 2026 update of the 'EU air safety list' announced by the European Commission this week.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Switzerland's vote on proposed measures to restrict immigration to ensure the population does not exceed 10 million is dividing the country.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Deputies will consider a new idea for deporting foreign criminals; federal court to rule on Zurich's controversial speed limit issue; plus more Swiss news in our Friday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

More than 200,000 lives have been lost to the "silent killer" of extreme heat in Europe since 2022, the World Health Organization said on Thursday, after a heatwave saw some countries record their highest-ever May temperatures.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

France and Switzerland are imposing tight security for a looming G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, with a demonstration to be held Sunday in Geneva serving as their first test.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Switzerland's Federal Court has ruled in favour of allowing Zurich and Wintertur to set a minimum wage after years of legal wrangling threatened to prevent the measures coming into force.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

The Swiss will vote Sunday on imposing stricter rules for claiming conscientious objection to military service, as the war in Ukraine and other geopolitical tensions push European countries to bolster army numbers.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

The far-right's 'No to 10 million' initiative, to be voted on in Sunday's referendum, is the result of the Swiss government's failure to prepare the country's infrastructure for the significant population spurt, an expert has claimed.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Federal Court rules in favour of a minimum wage for two Zurich municipalities; Basel-City is first to have more foreigners and young people than eligible voters; and more Swiss news in our Thursday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Readers' experiences of the EU's new EES border checks vary depending on where in Switzerland they are travelling to and from. Help us build a picture of any problem airports or places where queues are minimal. Share your experience in the comments section and we'll add them to this article.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Despite a supposed 'digitalisation' strategy, Switzerland's Federal Assembly in Bern has ordered enough printer paper to build a tower eight times the size of Everest.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Only three countries have passed into national legislation new EU pay transparency rules by the June 7th deadline, MEPs and trade unions have denounced.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

To appease president Donald Trump, Switzerland has so far poured $27 billion – over 10 percent of its total commitment – into the US economy. But this may not be enough to satisfy Uncle Sam.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Hard-right Swiss People's Party claims that immigrants cause traffic jams on Swiss roads; petrol prices fall below the 2-franc mark; plus other news in our roundup this Wednesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Growing numbers of Europeans no longer see the US as an ally, with a significant minority viewing the superpower as an adversary, a new survey has revealed.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

European ferry ports have sounded the alarm about the impact of the EU's new EES checks this summer at the same time as global tourism chiefs say travellers from around the world are being put off by the prospect of long border delays in Europe.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

The Council of States, the upper house of Switzerland's Parliament, has refused to allow retailers to open for business on up to 12 Sundays a year.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Switzerland's political system can be a little confusing for international residents to get their head around. Here's a quick guide to help you understand how it works.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

On June 14th, the results of the controversial and highly divisive bid to curtail immigration to Switzerland will finally become known. But what conditions need to be met for this initiative to pass?

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

If you are a non-EU resident flying into Switzerland, expect long lines at immigration booths.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Swiss business leaders and unions are mobilising ahead of a vote Sunday on capping immigration, which has triggered fears of dire impacts on employment and trade relations with the European Union.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Switzerland records a spike in violent crime; concrete blocks to ensure the closure of Geneva's borders with France; and more news in our Tuesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Due to a drop in asylum applications in Switzerland, 108 employees of the State Secretariat for Migration (SEM) will lose their jobs next year.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

On June 14th, Swiss voters will decide whether to accept the hard-right initiative that seeks to stop population growth by limiting the number of immigrants from the EU allowed to work and live in the country. But could the 'yes' vote trigger a 'preemptive' migration surge?

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

At a Swiss nursing home, Marcelle Mivelaz celebrated her 80th birthday surrounded by friends, as a team of mostly foreign nurses and caregivers ensured the day ran smoothly.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Switzerland votes on June 14th on an initiative that would seek to stop the country's population hitting 10 million before 2050. Here is an overview of where things stand right now.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Terrorist threat against Switzerland is heightened, expert says; 'Quickzoll' users are now be able to declare their purchases abroad more accurately; and more news in our roundup on Monday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

A co-owner of the Swiss bar ravaged by a deadly fire was charged with forgery on Friday, adding to the numerous charges she and her husband already face over the New Year disaster that killed 41 people.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Foreign nationals in Switzerland could be slapped with a 'security tax', and a look at claims the country is heading for its own version of Brexit — 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)

In many of Switzerland's communities, you can see, alongside billboards urging voters to say 'yes' to the immigration-capping bid, a photo of the US President Donald Trump gracing a poster of his own.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

If you come from a country where smoke detectors are obligatory, you may be surprised by the lack of these devices in Swiss dwellings.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Concerns are mounting at a controversial revision of Europe's air passenger rights, as crunch talks between European Parliament and Council negotiators are expected to continue next week ahead of a June 15th deadline.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

MPs in Switzerland's lower house, the National Council, have approved a right-wing motion that would require foreign nationals residing in the country to pay a fee to contribute to the country's security costs.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

MPs want to impose 'security tax' on foreigners in Switzerland; dual French-Swiss nationals will have to do army service; and more news in our roundup this Friday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The current Swiss driving licenses are, like official ID cards, in the same format as credit cards. But very soon a newer version will become available. So will it be obligatory to switch?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

A win for the 'No to 10 million' initiative in a referendum on June 14th would in years to come impact many aspects of life in Switzerland. But what about cross-border travel with Switzerland's neighbours?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The Swiss government will have to create a legal basis for establishing migrant hubs outside Europe where rejected asylum seekers would be sent.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Curbing immigration would endanger the state pension fund; economic growth in Switzerland is expected to accelerate from 2027; and more news in our Thursday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Almost half of European small and medium companies struggle to find workers with the skills they need but recruitment outside the EU remains "limited” and "too difficult”, a recent Eurobarometer survey published by the European Commission had shown.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

If the hard-right's anti-immigration bid is approved at the ballot box on June 14th, when would the Swiss government enact the initiative into new law?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

With referendum day fast approaching, we asked readers of The Local what worries they have about Switzerland's upcoming 'No to 10 million' vote. Whilst many said they were not concerned about others worried about their future in the country.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

If you have lived in the country a while, you know that things here change at a snail's pace. There are several reasons why the Swiss like to take their sweet time — and it has nothing to do with watches.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

New polls have revealed that two weeks before the June 14th referendum, Swiss voters look set to narrowly reject the controversial 'No to 10 million' initiative.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

As the momentum is growing ahead of Switzerland's vote to cap immigration, many parallels are being drawn with the divisive 2016 Brexit referendum in the UK. An expert explains whether the comparison is valid.

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