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The Local Switzerland
48m ago
Travel updates on flights from Switzerland to France and the Middle East, and more news in our roundup on Thursday ..read more
The Local Switzerland
20h ago
The price of Swiss health insurance premiums has been rising significantly in the past few years, prompting political parties to launch two cost-cutting initiatives. The votes will take place in June and there's a lot at stake ..read more
The Local Switzerland
20h ago
As a centre of international diplomacy and cooperation and with its unique system of direct democracy, Switzerland enjoys a reputation for upholding fundamental human rights—but how free are the Swiss to express their opposition to power ..read more
The Local Switzerland
20h ago
In most cases, Switzerland’s social benefits system functions well. But there are also some loopholes you should know about ..read more
The Local Switzerland
2d ago
Some Swiss cities have higher concentrations of foreign residents than others. A new study reveals where most of them live and interestingly how more and more of them are native English-speakers ..read more
The Local Switzerland
2d ago
If you came to Switzerland as a 'trailing spouse', you may be wondering whether you will have to leave the country in case of divorce ..read more
The Local Switzerland
2d ago
Due to a recent spate of fatal accidents, authorities in Switzerland’s largest city are looking for ways to make tramway tracks more secure for pedestrians ..read more
The Local Switzerland
2d ago
Switzerland examines the feasibility of a four-day workweek; you can become 'swiss' at a click of a button; and more news in our roundup on Tuesday ..read more
The Local Switzerland
3d ago
The EU's Entry & Exit System (EES) of enhanced passport checks will usher in big changes for travellers - here we answer readers' questions on the position for dual nationals ..read more
The Local Switzerland
3d ago
Although Switzerland’s currency has weakened slightly against the euro in recent weeks, it remains strong. Is it good or bad news for consumers ..read more