What compensation are you entitled to in Switzerland if your flight is cancelled?
You have your tickets in hand (or on your mobile phone) and are ready to fly from Switzerland to your holiday destination abroad. But what...
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Foreign workers from Europe judged essential for Switzerland
Workers from the European Union offer a huge boost to Switzerland’s labour market and economy, a new Swiss government report has concluded....
Heatwave: Switzerland set for ‘one of the hottest summers in history’
Temperatures have been high in past weeks, and meteorologists say this is just the beginning. Long-term models predict a scorching summer, marked by exceptional heatwaves...
Do you need your Swiss landlord’s permission before installing air conditioning?
Having an air-conditioned home is not a simple matter in Switzerland, as in many places you must have an official ‘ok’ to do so. But...
Weather warning: Swiss government issues extreme heat alert
Switzerland will be hit by an episode of extreme heat this week with the public warned to take precautions. Here’s what you should expect in...
Does being a freelancer make it harder to be naturalised in Switzerland?
Switzerland has strict rules for obtaining citizenship, even for those foreigners who are employed full time and have steady income. Where does this leave freelancers?...
What fans need to know about the women’s Euro 2025 tournament in Switzerland
The 16-team women’s football tournament, to be held in eight Swiss cities, kicks off on July 2nd. Here’s an overview....
Geneva bans mobile phones in secondary schools
From the beginning of the new school year on August 18th, students in public schools in the Swiss canton of Geneva will no longer be...
St. Bernard dogs romp at unique Swiss theme park
Quintessential Swiss dogs, St. Bernards, have a new theme park, Barryland, dedicated to them in Valais....
How you can save money if you’re on holiday in Switzerland
Yes, this may sound like an oxymoron, since ‘Switzerland’ and ‘money saving’ are not usually used in the same sentence. But despite what you may...