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September 27 vote: poor start for Swiss neutrality initiative in first poll

This content was published on Aug 21, 2026 A majority of respondents would reject a return to a strict interpretation of neutrality.

Human rights

Swiss drag queen faces Chinese repression

This content was published on Aug 20, 2026 In China, the space available for queer subcultures is shrinking. A drag artist from Zurich experienced this first-hand while on tour.

In some Swiss regions, grape-picking has already begun, an unprecedented development for mid-August.

Climate adaptation

Swiss winegrowers begin harvest in mid-August for first time

This content was published on Aug 17, 2026 Switzerland's grape harvest is set to be exceptionally early this year as prolonged drought and high temperatures accelerate ripening. In some regions, picking has already begun, an unprecedented development for mid-August.

Audrey Werro stormed to the 800-meter title by holding off Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson down the home straight at the European championships on Friday.

Switzerland’s Werro wins European 800m title

This content was published on Aug 15, 2026 Switzerland’s Audrey Werro held off Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson to win the 800 metres title at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham on Friday.

Swiss Economics Minister Guy Parmelin says existing laws provide sufficient tools to support farmers and that there is no need to declare a state of emergency.

Swiss Politics

Parmelin defends government support for Swiss farmers amid drought

This content was published on Aug 15, 2026 With drought-related losses in agriculture expected to reach record levels, Swiss Agriculture Minister Guy Parmelin has defended the government's response.

A cargo ship on a river running through a city

Climate adaptation

How Switzerland manages water resources with neighbouring countries

This content was published on Aug 13, 2026 Switzerland holds 6% of Europe’s freshwater reserves. But who decides how cross-border rivers and lakes are managed?