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Dramatic protest Syrian Kurd sets himself on fire outside UNHCR in Geneva

A man set himself on fire outside the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) headquarters in Geneva on Wednesday morning.

This content was published on October 23, 2019 9:48 AM Oct 23, 2019 - 09:48

Biodiversity Swiss highland grasslands are in decline

A study of meadows and pastures has shown that those at higher elevations are in worse condition than they were 20 years ago.

This content was published on October 21, 2019 3:17 PM Oct 21, 2019 - 15:17

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Assisted suicide  Swiss doctor sentenced for helping healthy woman to die

A court in Geneva has given a suspended sentence to a regional vice-president of EXIT, Pierre Beck, for helping an elderly but healthy woman to die.

This content was published on October 18, 2019 12:02 PM Oct 18, 2019 - 12:02

following william england What iconic Swiss spots looked like 150 years ago

William England's Alpine pictures, made using an innovative photographic technique, were a resounding success. Today, they're being re-created.

By Zeno Zoccatelli

elections Young people and poorer people don’t vote, says report

About 20% of eligible Swiss never vote. They include the younger age group and people on lower incomes.

This content was published on October 13, 2019 3:32 PM Oct 13, 2019 - 15:32

Science Saturday Zurich research could help predict earthquake patterns

Zurich scientists may have found a way to predict whether a big earthquake will be followed by an even bigger one.

This content was published on October 12, 2019 11:26 AM Oct 12, 2019 - 11:26

Centenary When a Swiss won a Nobel Prize for literature

The 2019 Nobel Prize for Literature went to Austrian writer Peter Handke. One hundred years ago it was Swiss poet Carl Spitteler who won the award.

By Olivier Pauchard

Donor conference Swiss pledge CHF7 million to AIDS fight

Swiss announce a CHF7 million ($7 million) increase in funding to the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria at Lyon donor conference. 

This content was published on October 10, 2019 4:24 PM Oct 10, 2019 - 16:24

After attacks Hunters kill two young wolves

Two young wolves have been shot in eastern Switzerland after canton Graubünden allowed some wolf hunting in an effort to control wolf numbers.

This content was published on October 10, 2019 2:20 PM Oct 10, 2019 - 14:20

Mobility Geneva commuters fall out of love with cars

Commuters in the Geneva region are becoming increasingly disillusioned with private cars, a survey has found.

This content was published on October 9, 2019 4:41 PM Oct 9, 2019 - 16:41

Award winners What’s behind Switzerland’s star-studded Nobel success?

Why does Switzerland have one of the highest Nobel-per capita ratios in the world?

By Thomas Stephens

Perspectives on Intern Life The lessons of living in Geneva as an intern

International Labour Organization (ILO) intern Diana Baron gives some key dos and don'ts for those starting out in Geneva.

By Diana Baron, ILO intern

‘Problematic’ behaviour  Four young wolves in hunters’ sights in eastern Switzerland 

A wolf protection group has condemned the decision to allow four young wolves in canton Graubünden to be shot, following animal attacks. 

This content was published on October 4, 2019 12:49 PM Oct 4, 2019 - 12:49

Staff shortage  Federal Railways lacks 30 drivers a day 

The Swiss Federal Railway is currently trying to fill a gap of 30 drivers a day. Stress and holiday compensation are among the reasons. 

This content was published on October 4, 2019 10:02 AM Oct 4, 2019 - 10:02

Garden sharing  Sharing the simple pleasure of gardening

On the outskirts of Bern, two women work side-by-side weeding herbs. Their garden sharing arrangement is bringing pleasure to both of them.

By Clare O’Dea 

Invasive insect  Tiger mosquito confirmed in Geneva 

Asian tiger mosquitoes, which can carry harmful diseases, have reached Geneva, authorities say. 

This content was published on September 27, 2019 3:10 PM Sep 27, 2019 - 15:10

Social media Facebook to double numbers in Zurich office

Facebook wants to double the number of employees at its Zurich office, which currently employs 80 people, according to the regional head of the ...

This content was published on September 24, 2019 2:08 PM Sep 24, 2019 - 14:08

“Two-speed” society Report warns of rising wealth inequality in Switzerland

Swiss households are becoming wealthier, but inequalities are increasing between the rich and poor, the Swiss Tax Administration warns.

This content was published on September 24, 2019 12:25 PM Sep 24, 2019 - 12:25

CH-X study Stay-at-home youngsters shun other Swiss language regions

Young Swiss adults prefer going on cultural or educational trips abroad than to other language regions, a survey has found.

This content was published on September 23, 2019 10:45 AM Sep 23, 2019 - 10:45

Administrative change  Residence permits to be in credit card format 

Foreigners’ residence permits are to be issued in credit card format, replacing the old paper ones that were like passports, from November 1. 

This content was published on September 20, 2019 1:15 PM Sep 20, 2019 - 13:15

Animal protection Switzerland bans shredding of male chicks 

Parliament has voted to outlaw the shredding of living baby chickens considered useless for egg production.

By Marie Vuilleumier