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What does Swiss law say about minors in bars?

This content was published on Jan 7, 2026 Of the 40 people who died in the Le Constellation bar fire in Crans-Montana, half were minors with the youngest being 14 years old.

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Switzerland’s 21 living ex-presidents: a world record

This content was published on Jan 5, 2026 Twenty-one former Swiss presidents are still alive. What does this record say about the country’s political stability and leadership?

Residents of Moutier take part in celebrations to mark the town's historic transition from canton Bern to canton Jura, December 31, 2025.

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Swiss town of Moutier celebrates historic move from Bern to Jura

This content was published on Jan 1, 2026 At the stroke of midnight on Wednesday, the Swiss town of Moutier and its 7,300 inhabitants officially switched from canton Bern to canton Jura in northwestern Switzerland.

Electricity prices in Switzerland will fall by an average of around 4% in 2026 for basic household supply.

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2026: New Year, new Swiss laws

This content was published on Jan 1, 2026 Various changes to Swiss laws and regulations came into force on January 1. Here’s a selection.

Guy Parmelin begins his second Presidency of the Confederation today

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Incoming Swiss president wants new partnerships but deems the US ‘indispensable’

This content was published on Jan 1, 2026 Guy Parmelin talks about the future of relations with Washington, Switzerland’s place in a changing world order and the challenges of governing in times of crisis.

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New Year’s photos from the Swiss government

This content was published on Dec 31, 2025 The group photo of the Swiss Federal Council is an annual ritual. It is not just a souvenir but also captures the ambitions through symbolism.

Moutier celebrates its transition to the Jura

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Moutier celebrates historic transition from Bern to Jura

This content was published on Dec 31, 2025 The town of Moutier will hold a historic celebration as the town officially transitions from Bern to Jura.

Christmas without snow this year? A woman collects her fresh red fir from the Zurich city forest, on Saturday, December 13, 2025, in Zurich.

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Snapshots of 2025 through a Swiss lens

This content was published on Dec 30, 2025 Switzerland faced many challenges in 2025. But there were also many cheerful moments and traditional events.

Personalities from Central Switzerland warn against the halving initiative

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Campaign against halving TV licence fee launched in central Switzerland

This content was published on Dec 29, 2025 Opponents of halving the TV and radio licence fee launch campaign in central Switzerland.

Only 27 per cent of parliamentarians fully disclose their income

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Only a quarter of Swiss parliamentarians fully disclose their income

This content was published on Dec 29, 2025 Only 27% of Swiss parliamentarians fully disclose their income, says Lobbywatch.

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