A man has died in canton Solothurn while trying to free his model aircraft that had got caught on a powerline.
Police say the 61-year-old was trying to dislodge the plane using a metal rod in Gretzenbach.
Initial investigations suggest the man was electrocuted when the pole touched a cable.
Now medics against 10 million vote
Yet another group has come out against the Swiss People's Party immigration initiative - medics.
Specific tax for foreigners could be discussed in Bern
The idea of a specific tax for newly arrived immigrants is being discussed.
Geneva bars open longer for World Cup
Football fans in Geneva will still be able to watch World Cup matches together this summer despite restrictions linked to the G7 summit in nearby Evian.
Meghan Markle appears in Geneva.
Meghan Markle has made a rare appearance in Geneva, attending a high-profile event at the Place des Nations yesterday.
Woman landed with massive debt after fare evasion
A woman has revealed how years of fare evasion on the rail network spiralled into CHF 80,000 debt and repeated jail terms.
Geneva night lights hit wildlife
Geneva’s famous nighttime waterfront may look spectacular to visitors, but conservationists warn the city’s bright lights are seriously disrupting wildlife.
