The French-speaking cantons are drawing a firm line against cutting the licence fee that funds the Swiss public broadcaster, the SSR.
With a vote set for March 8th on the “200 francs is enough!” initiative, western Swiss governments warn linguistic minorities have the most to lose.
Despite their concerns, a new Tamedia poll shows voters split down the middle, including in French-speaking Switzerland.
Cantonal leaders warn the cut would weaken regional media and push production toward Zurich.
Fribourg bus fire kills 6
Another fire tragedy has struck Switzerland.
Fire detectives demand Facebook info
Investigators looking into the New Year’s fire in Crans-Montana are asking Facebook to restore eight accounts linked to the owners, Jacques and Jessica Moretti.
Older soldiers may be allowed back into service
Parliament is considering allowing former soldiers to return to the army on a voluntary basis to help address personnel shortages.
Winter sports keep helicopters busy
Winter sport injuries are keeping emergency helicopter crews busy.
'Heatwave' needs to be redefined
A study by researchers at Unisanté has found that Switzerland’s summer heatwave in 2022 led to a rise in deaths. The analysis shows excess mortality of about four percent, mainly among people over the age of 80.
Office World to close all shops
Swiss office supplies retailer Office World plans to close all of its remaining physical stores and move entirely online.
