What worries people the most in Switzerland? For the 48th year, the annual UBS Worry Barometer reveals our biggest fears.
Currently the cost of living occupies our thoughts a lot – especially, health insurance premiums.
But the fears about prices also mean we’re worried about housing and our retirement – but less so than last yar after the passing of the 13th month salary payment.
But a change this year is that we’re not worried about losing our jobs. That’s not even in the top 20.
More Russian speakers visit critical installations
The Federal Intelligence Service is expressing concern that many Russian speakers seem to be taking a close look at the country's infrastructure - including nuclear power plants, transit tunnels and airports.
Iran war drives up travel insurance claims
The conflict in the Gulf region is driving a sharp rise in business for travel insurers.
Federal Court shuts down Geneva DNA testing
The Federal Court has slammed Geneva prosecutors over the use of DNA sampling, calling the practice excessive.
Elderly woman convicted of money laundering
An 80-year-old woman in Vaud has been convicted of money laundering after falling victim to an online scam.
Initiative calls for fully inclusive schools
A Geneva disability rights group has submitted a popular initiative calling for the full inclusion of children with disabilities in mainstream schools.
Potentially infected cheese recalled
Authorities in Lucerne say it’s still unclear how long a local cheese dairy will remain closed following a salmonella outbreak.
