More and more huskies are being abandoned.
The dog breed has proven to be very popular over the last few years. Owners are attracted to their personality and their coats.
But they are also very demanding. The manager of an animal shelter in Payerne in canton Vaud pointed out to RTS that they are pack animals and hate being left alone.
Huskies are really a victim of their own success – as more people get them – more get abandoned.
Cassis should be investigated, say lawyers
Swiss lawyers are calling for an investigation into Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis.
Jet setting minister under fire
The Federal Councillor, Ignazio Cassis , is under fire for using the government’s private jet to fly around the country.
Geneva students book video doctors
Nearly 15% of students at the University of Geneva skipped medical care last year because of cost, according to the Student Life Observatory.
Old scams still popular
It's an old scam, but it remains a favorite. Thieves are posing as electricity workers to get into homes in north-west Switzerland. In the Basel region, scammers are ringing doorbells, claiming to work for Elektra Baselland and asking to check meters - but once inside, they steal valuables. The electricity company stresses its staff always carry clear ID, never ask for cash, and never pressure residents. Police are also warning of similar fake tradesmen in Aargau. Authorities say - if in doubt, don’t open the door – and call the police.
Swisscom may have to pay comp for loss of TV
Swisscom is facing calls to pay its customers compensation after failures with its television service.
We could be in for a March winter
Don’t expect summer any time soon - that’s a warning from the forecasters.
