AI-curated news about Switzerland
Swiss music industry reports 7% growth to CHF249 million in 2024, driven by streaming services, while physical CD sales hit historic low since 1980s launch.
Historic Abbey Library of St. Gall reports surge in visitors, with over 170,000 people visiting one of world's oldest libraries and its precious manuscript collection in past year.
Two massive tunnel boring machines begin excavation of second Gotthard road tunnel corridor, marking crucial phase in Switzerland's most important north-south transport link.
Swiss authorities and EU partners express alarm over Meta's relaxed content moderation affecting vulnerable populations, as platform announces major policy shift.
Prominent dissident artist Ai Weiwei forced to spend night at Zurich airport after being denied entry to Switzerland due to visa issues, sparking diplomatic tensions.
Swiss government moves to prohibit international adoptions after study reveals systematic irregularities in past practices, affecting thousands of cases between 1970-1999.
Geneva authorities announce emergency funding to support international organizations affected by US aid suspension, protecting city's humanitarian hub status.
Swiss government initiates measures to address growing issue of unpaid parking fines by foreign visitors, exploring international enforcement options.
Government reports CHF2.5 billion better-than-expected results with only CHF80 million deficit, marking first near-balanced books since Covid pandemic.
Swiss retail giant Migros divests Hotelplan Group to Germany's Dertour, while subsidiary Interhome goes to Hometogo in deal worth up to CHF235 million.