Bitesize News from Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
The news stories here are written for radio and designed to be read in under a minute.
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Geneva to fight French road plan
The City of Geneva is stepping up its fight against the planned A412 autoroute between Machilly and Thonon in neighbouring France.
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Remember, radar detectors are illegal
Trying to outsmart speed cameras in Switzerland can backfire.
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Switzerland seeks sovereign defence AI
Switzerland is stepping up efforts to secure its own military-grade artificial intelligence.
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We're embracing AI
Artificial intelligence is spreading fast in Switzerland.
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Immigration keeps us young
Immigration is playing a key role in keeping Switzerland’s population younger - and its social systems afloat.
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Geneva unions call for strike today
Public sector workers in Geneva are calling for a strike today.
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Local businesses demand tough action ahead of G7
Tensions are rising in Geneva ahead of the G7 summit in nearby Evian, with business leaders demanding stronger security measures.
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Govt backs Sunday trading relaxation
Sunday shopping could soon become far more common, and it’s already stirring controversy.
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UBS rejects proposed new banking rules
UBS is pushing back hard against tougher banking rules proposed by the government.
