Bitesize News from Tuesday, January 20th, 2026

Young parents in Geneva could soon benefit from 24 weeks of parental leave, which will be a first in Switzerland.

A car making an illegal turn caused chaos on Geneva’s tram network yesterday morning.

Several nightclubs and public venues in Geneva have been cited over the past decade for serious breaches of fire safety rules, some described as endangering the public.

Air traffic remained high at Geneva Airport last year, with nearly 18 million passengers passing through. It’s a slight increase on 2024, despite fewer flights overall.

Residents in many areas of the country enjoyed a spectacular view of the northern lights.

Switzerland may bring in a transit fee for those who solely pass through the country.

The World Economic Forum’s meeting in Davos is underway, and it’s expected Donald Trump’s threat to takeover Greenland will be dominating the agenda – but a major Trump critic will also be in town.