Latest News from Switzerland
EU lawmakers give final approval for deportation centres outside bloc
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.
Switzerland to change rule for fruit and veg in supermarkets... again
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.
Switzerland's relationship with EU needs an overhaul, says European Council
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.
Temperatures to hit 36C as Switzerland braces for new heatwave
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.
Burgenstock: The Swiss resort that's become a home for movie stars and peace talks
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.
How to keep your cool during Switzerland’s heatwaves
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?
Today in Switzerland: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
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.
Most beaches in Europe offer 'excellent' water quality, study says
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.
Switzerland to test Basel-Brussels train route
Expanding the pre-existing Brusels-Strasbourg route in a trail run, Basel could soon have a direct train link with Brussels.
Eight decades on, Switzerland clears French Resistance fighters
Eight decades after World War II, Switzerland on Monday repealed sentences that were handed out to 466 Swiss citizens who fought in the French Resistance.
Today in Switzerland: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday
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.
Roundup: The results of the key Swiss cantonal referendums this June
From minimum wages to taxes Swiss voters also cast their ballots on a number of cantonal issues on Sunday.
Switzerland to London train could hit the rails as soon as 2030
The planned train between Swiss cities and the UK capital could be operational as early as four years from now, the government has said.
Today in Switzerland: A roundup of the latest news on Monday
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.
Swiss reject divisive anti-immigration proposal
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".
Clashes as thousands protest in Geneva ahead of G7 summit in France
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.
Swiss vote on divisive anti-immigration proposal
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.
Protests set to grip Geneva ahead of G7 summit
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.
When will we know the result of Switzerland's 'No to 10 million' vote?
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.
'Intense heat and drought': Switzerland's climate future laid bare in report
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.
EU to ban airlines from charging parents to sit with children
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.
Switzerland offers to host signing of US-Iran peace deal
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.
TIMELINE: When would Switzerland’s population cap initiative be triggered?
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?