The latest weekly covid numbers have been released, and show a drop of 18% in infections at nearly 24,000, a 21% drop in hospital admissions and a fall in covid patients in intensive care.
The number of people who died last week was 18 – the week before it was 24.
The average hospital capacity runs at 76% across the country – in Geneva it’s 71% and Vaud 88%.
The government says it will act only when the health system is under pressure.
Bern considers tighter rules on foreign home buyers
The government is proposing tighter restrictions on property purchases by foreigners in a bid to ease pressure on the housing market.
Outrage over Trump's Christ photo spreads
Anger is mounting in Switzerland after Donald Trump’s criticism of the Pope and a controversial image he posted depicting himself in a Christ-like role.
Elderly man dies after car park fight
A dispute in a Lausanne car park about a dog being left in a car has led to the death of an elderly man.
Suspected baby killers tracked to Switzerland
A couple accused in the death of their seven-month-old baby in Italy has been arrested in Switzerland after fleeing the country last year.
Initiative launched to control federal costs
A cross-party group led by the Young Liberals has launched a federal initiative aimed at curbing the growth of the federal administration.
Cheesemaker accused of stealing tonnes
An award winning cheesemaker in canton Valais is facing charges that he stole more than 12 tonnes of raclette cheese for over three years from the dairy he works at.
