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What spring temperatures in Switzerland reveal about the climate

This content was published on Jun 8, 2026 Spring 2026 ended with unprecedented heat records. An analysis of the data.

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Crans-Montana fire: bar owners face forgery charges

This content was published on Jun 7, 2026 Crans-Montana bar owners face new forgery charges in deadly fire case.

A woman wearing the Ukrainian flag speaks to the crowd during a demonstration against the Russian invasion of Ukraine in Zuerich, Switzerland, on Thursday, March 3, 2022. (KEYSTONE/Michael Buholzer)

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Swiss cantons brace for millions in costs for Ukrainian refugees

This content was published on Jun 5, 2026 Cantons and municipalities are warning of substantial additional costs as Ukrainians with protection status S begin transitioning to regular social assistance from 2027. Nationwide, the extra burden is estimated at around CHF300 million.

In Switzerland, thale cress can be found growing wild in fields, meadows and along forest paths mainly in canton Ticino.

Climate adaptation

Swiss scientists identify root barrier that helps plants withstand drought

This content was published on Jun 4, 2026 Researchers in Switzerland have discovered a mechanism that enables plants to store water more efficiently and better tolerate drought.

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Swiss and Belgian doctors launch charity for burn victims after Crans-Montana fire

This content was published on Jun 3, 2026 The Initiative Phoenix aims to support efforts and drive medical innovation in the treatment of severe burn injuries.

Foreign Affairs

Switzerland to follow EU on migrant return centres abroad

This content was published on Jun 3, 2026 As with the European Union (EU), Switzerland will need to put in place a legal framework for centres abroad where migrants can be returned.

Switzerland striker unable to travel to the US over ESTA issue

This content was published on Jun 3, 2026 Breel Embolo’s ESTA – the travel authorisation required for entry to the United States – is still under review.

Tens of thousands of packages are sent to Switzerland from China every day

Swiss lawmakers demand curbs on Chinese online retailers

This content was published on Jun 2, 2026 Parliament agrees to take tougher action against Temu and similar Chinese online retailers.

Pollution delays cleanup of Swiss munitions dump

This content was published on May 29, 2026 Operation to clear World War II ammunition depot delayed by two years.

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Foreign Affairs

US accuses Swiss firms of helping Iran dodge oil sanctions

This content was published on May 29, 2026 Washington accuses Swiss firms of laundering Iranian oil money and fund terrorism.

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