New Swiss food regulations for 2026: GMOs, contaminants, pesticides and mushrooms
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From January 2026, new food regulations will apply in Switzerland that will have an impact on consumers, farmers, exporters and importers of food products.
Swiss-made candles thrive as imports dominate shelves
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In a Swiss market dominated by imports, candle-making entrepreneurs in French-speaking Switzerland are carving out a niche.
The Swiss Abroad have less trust in Swiss politics, says poll
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A major SBC opinion poll shows that satisfaction is high among the Swiss Abroad but there is criticism regarding politics and the welfare state.
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Despite years of awareness campaigns and a national project to reduce waste, large amounts of edible food go directly from Swiss kitchens to the trash.
Amnesty criticises police violence at Bern Gaza demo
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Amnesty International Switzerland has criticised the police intervention at a Gaza demonstration in Bern in October as unjustified and excessive.
Swiss Eurovision winner Nemo returns trophy owing to participation of Israel
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For Nemo, Israel’s continued participation in the Eurovision Song Contest is a contradiction to the ideals and values of the singing competition.
More injured children from Gaza arrive in Switzerland
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On Friday, 13 injured children from Gaza arrived in Geneva and Zurich before being sent for treatment to various hospitals across the country.
Support for pro-Palestinian musician sacked by Swiss orchestra
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An open letter has been launched in support of a musician who was dismissed by the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande after wearing a keffiyeh at the end of a performance.
Zurich government rejects proposal to take in Gaza children
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The Zurich cantonal government is sticking to its guns: it does not want to take in any injured children from Gaza. The security concerns are too great.
Swiss foreign minister hails Mideast unity on Gaza at end of tour
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Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis said Jordan, Iraq and Kuwait were aligned on the Gaza peace plan, supporting a ceasefire and humanitarian aid, as he ended his Middle East visit on Saturday.
Seven injured children from Gaza and families travel to Switzerland for treatment
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Seven injured Palestinian children from Gaza took off on Friday morning from Amman in Jordan for Switzerland. They are to be treated in Swiss hospitals.
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On Friday evening the US government announced an agreement with nine pharmaceutical companies, including Novartis and Roche subsidiary Genentech.
Swiss parliamentary committee supports tariff talks with US
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The Swiss government has received support for the upcoming negotiations with the United States on an economic and trade agreement.
Is offering a Rolex to a foreign official considered bribery under Swiss law?
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Swissinfo examines whether the Swiss Criminal Code would apply to Swiss company executives who brought a pair of valuable gifts on a recent visit to the White House.
Swiss economy shrinks significantly in third quarter
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As expected, US President Donald Trump’s tariff blow against Switzerland left its mark on the local economy in the third quarter.
