Zurich is blowing the whistle on leaf blowers.
From October to December next year, only electric models will be allowed - and even those will need a permit.
Petrol-powered blowers are on the way out completely by 2027.
Voters backed the move last year, ending a long, noisy political battle over one of the city’s most hated gadgets.
Voters follow Bern advice
In a series of votes yesterday - the people followed the advice of the government.
Geneva says yes to lower student pay - Aargau says no to speed cameras
In Geneva, voters passed a law that will allow students to be paid 25% below the minimum wage during holidays.
Spy agency warns of Iranian terror attacks
The Federal Intelligence Service is warning of terror attacks in Switzerland due to the Iran war.
Zurich rally calling for change in Iran
Several hundred people gathered at Europaplatz in Zurich on Saturday evening for a rally calling for political change in Iran.
Geneva doctor sentenced for killing wife
A Geneva court has sentenced a dermatologist to 14 years in prison for murdering his wife in Vandœuvres in October 2021.
International Women's Day march in Lausanne
Around 3,000 people marched through Lausanne on Saturday to mark International Women’s Day, responding to a call by the Feminist Strike Vaud collective.
