12:00 PM·accidents
Swiss National Among Injured in Lisbon Funicular Accident
Swiss citizen among 21 injured in tragic Lisbon funicular derailment that claimed 17 lives, prompting response from Swiss President.
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Mountain Hiking Accidents Double in Switzerland Over 15 Years
SUVA reports alarming increase in hiking accidents, with annual cases rising from 4,000 to 9,000 over past 15 years.
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04:00 PM·accidents
Tragedy on Weissmies: Two Climbers Found Dead After Search Operation
Multi-day search operation ends in tragedy as rescue teams discover bodies of two mountaineers on Weissmies peak following climbing accident.
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12:00 PM·accidents
American Wingsuit Jumper Dies in Eiger Accident
Fatal accident near Grindelwald claims life of 58-year-old athlete after collision during descent from helicopter jump.
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12:00 PM·accidents
Three International Climbers Die in Separate Swiss Alps Incidents
Police confirm deaths of German, French, and Austrian climbers in Upper Valais region, highlighting growing safety concerns in Swiss mountain tourism.
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12:00 PM·accidents
Fatal Swimming Pool Accident Prompts Safety Review
Investigation underway in La Chaux-de-Fonds after tragic diving board incident claims life, raising questions about pool safety measures.
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04:00 PM·accidents
Fatal Accident on Matterhorn Raises Alpine Safety Concerns
Solo mountaineer's death at 4,150 meters on the Hörnligrat ridge prompts renewed focus on high-altitude safety protocols and solo climbing risks in Swiss Alps.
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08:00 AM·safety
E-Scooter Safety Crisis: BFU Warns of Rising Accidents
Swiss Council for Accident Prevention reports alarming statistics on e-scooter accidents, with 400 serious injuries and seven fatalities in recent years.
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04:00 PM·public safety
E-Scooter Safety Crisis: Swiss Road Safety Group Issues Urgent Warning
Rising accidents involving e-scooters prompt national safety campaign as data shows 75% of serious injuries affect male riders, with alcohol cited as leading cause.
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08:00 AM·accidents
Fatal Alpine Accidents Hit Five-Year High
Swiss Alpine Club reports 28 fatal ski touring accidents last winter, marking the highest death toll in five years amid increased mountain sports activity.
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12:00 PM·accidents
Fatal Avalanche Claims Young Ski Tourer in Valais
A 27-year-old ski tourer died in Sion hospital following an avalanche near Grand Tavé summit, prompting renewed focus on winter sports safety in the Swiss Alps.
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04:00 PM·transportation
Wrong-Way Driver Causes Major Accident in Gotthard Tunnel
Five people injured after 76-year-old motorist drives in wrong direction inside Switzerland's crucial alpine tunnel system.
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04:00 PM·accidents
Swiss Tourist Among Fatalities in Australian Light Aircraft Crash
Three dead including Swiss national in Rottnest Island plane accident, with additional Swiss citizen among survivors
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12:00 PM·safety
Fatal Ski Accidents Prompt Safety Concerns in Swiss Alps
Two deaths in Graubünden highlight need for enhanced safety measures on Swiss slopes
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04:00 PM·aviation
SWISS Airline Tragedy: Crew Member Dies After Emergency Landing
Investigation reveals 'unknown fault pattern' in engine following fatal emergency landing in Graz, marking most serious incident in airline's 23-year history.
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12:00 PM·sports
Swiss Olympic Snowboarder's Tragic Death in Avalanche
Sophie Hediger, 26-year-old member of Swiss national snowboard cross team, dies in avalanche accident in Arosa, marking a significant loss for Swiss winter sports.
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12:00 PM·culture
Historic Swiss Bathhouse on Lake Constance Lost to Fire
Century-old wooden Badhütte in Rorschach, unique on Swiss lakeshore, completely destroyed in early morning blaze
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