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Céline Amaudruz: | "I finally want to implement the mass immigration initiative": The SVP candidate for the Federal Council has clear ideas about what she would ...
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Geneva's Céline Amaudruz enters the race to succeed Parmelin: SVP Vice President and Geneva National Councillor Céline Amaudruz wants to become a Federal ...
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Nine hours’ work for CHF70: Uber drivers in Switzerland demand better conditions
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Eine Polizeistreife in Frankreich hat einen Porsche-Fahrer mit 312 Kilometern pro Stunde auf einer Autobahn südöstlich von Genf geblitzt. Dort ... Show more
Cantonal votes: Geneva introduces free contraception: Lucerne tightens rules against fan violence, Vaud lowers taxes by 12 percent, and Graubünden says no to ...
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OpinionOne of Ukraine’s winning principles: Russia’s expanding attacks on innocent Ukrainians not only show desperation, they draw greater international support for ...
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French police bust Swiss driver going 312km/h: A police patrol in France caught a Porsche driver doing 312km/h on a motorway southeast of Geneva ...
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Key FactsPorsche driver stopped at 312 km/h in Haute-Savoie
Sep 29, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: swissinfo.ch
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: swissinfo.ch
- Police in France’s Haute-Savoie département said the driver covered 87 metres per second at 312 km/h among other traffic.
- He had to surrender his licence, pay a €1,500 (CHF 1,420) security deposit, and have his car towed.
- French media described the incident as among the most serious speeding offences ever recorded in France.
- The driver is expected to face court soon and could receive three months’ imprisonment and a €3,750 fine.
Geneva is the first canton in Switzerland to introduce free contraception for all. According to preliminary results, voters approved the corresponding ... Show more
💊 Geneva became the first canton in Switzerland to approve free contraception on Sunday. Around 56 percent voted in favor of the initiative ... Show more
Geneva votes for funds to reduce cross-border traffic: Some 57% of voters in the canton have accepted a CHF39.5 million package to co-finance cross-border ...
swissinfo.ch/eng/various/geneva-agrees-to-pay-to-reduce-cross-border-traffic/92128713
US and Russia remove ethics and human control from UN draft on AI weapons: Both parties arrived with an overwhelming number of lawyers at negotiations in Geneva
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Parents in Geneva get green light for 24-week parental leave: Switzerland's Federal Assembly has finally given a green light to an extended parental leave in ...
thelocal.ch/20260922/parents-in-geneva-get-green-light-for-24-week-parental-leave
Climate strike: Demonstrations in ten Swiss cities on Friday: 15,000 people took to the streets in Lausanne and Geneva a week ago - | rallies are planned in ten ...
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Paid articlePaywall Thousands protest inaction over climate crisis in Switzerland: Several thousand people marched in the Swiss cities of Geneva and Lausanne on Saturday to protest ...
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It costs millions: Russian ghost jet from Aeroflot has been stuck in Geneva since the beginning of the Ukraine war
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An advocate for the laws of war in a world that no longer believes in them : Alain Délétroz’s job involves meeting with warlords to convince them to protect ...
swissinfo.ch/eng/international-geneva/an-advocate-for-the-laws-of-war-in-a-world-that-no-longer-believes-in-them/92099396
Free condoms and pills: Geneva should pay for contraception, demands initiative: As early as the 1970s, feminists demanded that health insurance companies ...
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Zurich will lead the world in real estate bubble risks in 2026: According to the UBS Global Real Estate Bubble Index 2026, Zurich has the highest risk of a real ...
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Today in Switzerland: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday: Government sets priorities for Switzerland for 2027; Geneva’s international organisations have ...
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Paid articlePaywall More than 2,800 jobs lost in International Geneva since Trump took office: More than 2,800 jobs have been lost across international organisations in Geneva since ...
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Geneva to Lugano? Switzerland could allow foreign airlines to run domestic routes
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Paid articlePaywall Today in Switzerland: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday: International Geneva has lost more than 2,800 jobs because of Trump; homicide to become ...
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Travelers, commuters, and railway companies in Vaud are sounding the alarm, as the fight against drug crime is expanding: Dealing is now taking place not only ... Show more
Aeroflot Airbus in Geneva has been grounded for 1700 days: Since the outbreak of the war in Ukraine, a Russian Airbus has been stuck in Switzerland ...
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Rival cities vie to ‘poach’ international organisations from Geneva: A UN funding crisis has set off a fight for influence, with EU capitals and Gulf states ...
swissinfo.ch/eng/international-geneva/rival-cities-vie-to-poach-international-organisations-from-geneva/92014334
El Niño Slows Down Commodity Trading: The El Niño weather phenomenon causes crop failures, low water levels, and disrupted trade routes ...
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New keys for the Federal President: Frank-Walter Steinmeier and his wife Elke Büdenbender, along with their staff, are moving from Bellevue Palace to the ... Show more
PEP.ph Aug 24
Shirley Kuan says Bea "never defended me" amid wedding issue: Shirley to Bea: "Bakit ako sinisiraan non-stop? You never defended me."
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Cameroon’s President Paul Biya has returned home after spending more than two months in Geneva, Switzerland, following weeks of speculation about his health ... Show more
Key FactsBiya Returns to Cameroon After 73 Days Abroad
Aug 21, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rfi.fr
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rfi.fr
- The presidency described Biya’s stay in Geneva as a short private visit.
- Dozens of supporters of the ruling Cameroon People’s Democratic Movement welcomed him at Yaoundé airport.
- His return ended speculation about his whereabouts, but questions about his health, presidential functioning and succession remain.
- Succession discussions revived after his reelection to an eighth term in October 2025; Cameroon has no vice-president.
It makes no difference whether he returns or stays away. When he is here, he does nothing.— Prosper Nkou Mvondo, leader of the opposition Univers party
Geneva super-rich rocked by luxury home burglary spree: Swiss officials say gangs from France are responsible for a recent rise in ‘homejackings’ ...
swissinfo.ch/eng/various/geneva-super-rich-rocked-by-luxury-home-burglary-spree/91907623
In Geneva, only 15% of young people start an apprenticeship - | Ignorance and parental prejudice are the main reasons. 👉 Read more: "An apprenticeship is seen as a renunciation of success": Stella and Esteban are outsiders in French-speaking Switzerland
"We are focusing on less obvious AI beneficiaries": Bellevue portfolio manager Birgitte Olsen explains where she sees opportunities in European small-cap stocks ...
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Today in Switzerland: A roundup of the latest news on Friday: Zurich swimmers find live hand grenade on riverbed; Geneva’s crime rate is on the rise; plus other ...
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Paid articlePaywall With international law under attack, can Geneva remain a guardian of global order?
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UNITED24 Media Aug 07
Russia Forms Spetsnaz Brigade from Ukrainian POWs in Violation of Geneva Convention
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More than 14,000 households in Geneva plunged into darkness: At least 14,000 households in Geneva were affected by a power cut on Monday evening.
swissinfo.ch/eng/various/a-power-cut-affected-14000-households-in-geneva/91842089
A Geneva constitutional amendment prohibits members of parliament from wearing religious symbols. Several complaints have been filed ... Show more
Headscarf ban in Geneva: Ela Öztürk fights in court: SP politician Ela Öztürk (21) could soon be the only parliamentarian in Geneva wearing a headscarf ...
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Paid articlePaywall Burkini ban in Geneva temporarily suspended: The Geneva Constitutional Court bases its decision on freedom of religion and access to public baths ...
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Der FC Basel gewinnt in Genf mit vier Neuzugängen in der Startelf: Beim 1:0 gegen Servette standen gleich vier Neuzugänge in der Startelf. Zan Celar traf per ...
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Swiss suspends two pilots after party night in Geneva crew hotel 🛩 Two Swiss pilots apparently showed up for work in Geneva in May intoxicated and were taken ... Show more
Swiss MP seeks to change traffic patterns during heatwaves: It's a well-known fact that a combination of very hot weather and heavy traffic can increase local ...
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Paid articlePaywall This is the first episode in our Summer Profiles series on the Inside Geneva podcast, hosted by Imogen Foulkes. 🎙️
In this episode ... Show more
Inside Geneva’s Summer Profiles: Trish Newport
Inside Geneva’s Summer Profiles: Trish Newport
Inside Geneva’s Summer Profiles: Trish Newport
Inside Geneva’s Summer Profiles: Trish Newport
Bea Alonzo, Vincent Co relationship still an issue; 'baby coming' - | tarot reader
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Pro-Palestinian activists disrupted Amazon CTO Werner Vogels’ speech at the UN’s AI for Good summit in Geneva, accusing Amazon and Google of powering Israel’s ... Show more
Lac Léman not Lake Geneva: What are the local names for places in Switzerland?: Visiting Switzerland can be confusing — especially if you are aiming to visit a ...
thelocal.ch/20230623/learn-switzerlands-real-place-names-so-you-dont-get-lost
Paid articlePaywall Thousands demonstrated in Geneva against the G7 summit - | later the situation escalated 🔥
Key FactsG7 Intensify Pressure on Russia Amid Ukraine Conflict
Jun 17, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: zdfheute.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: zdfheute.de
- G7 countries announced enhanced sanctions targeting Russia’s oil and gas industries to increase pressure on Moscow.
- They also committed to providing Ukraine with additional advanced weaponry and air defense capabilities.
- This increased aid aims to reinforce Ukraine’s recent battlefield gains observed over the past months.
- Chancellor Merz described the summit as a hopeful moment with potential for peace talks to begin.
That could perhaps finally open up a chance for peace.— Chancellor Friedrich Merz, on the Ukraine situation
Geneva could ease requirements for air-conditioning for private homes: Authorities in the canton of Geneva are considering making access to air conditioning ...
thelocal.ch/20260626/geneva-could-ease-requirements-for-air-conditioning-for-private-homes
Geneva minister still wants France to share G7 costs: Carole-Anne Kast reckons Switzerland could have pushed for more cooperation on sharing security costs.
swissinfo.ch/eng/foreign-affairs/g7-kast-says-bern-could-have-been-more-assertive-with-france/91714583
WHO declares end of hantavirus outbreak: The hantavirus outbreak, which claimed three lives in April, is over, says the Geneva-based World Health Organization.
swissinfo.ch/eng/various/who-declares-the-hantavirus-outbreak-over/91692360
Key FactsFirst Passengers Exit WA Hantavirus Quarantine
Jun 22, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nine.com.au
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nine.com.au
- Six former passengers from a hantavirus-affected cruise ship were quarantined in Bullsbrook, north of Perth, in mid-May.
- Three individuals were transported out of the quarantine center this morning, leaving three still in isolation.
- The MV Hondius experienced the first recorded hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship, resulting in three deaths and over a dozen confirmed infections.
- Quarantine lasted 42 days in line with the virus’s incubation period; all six tested negative and human-to-human transmission is considered rare.
Can China and US find common ground on AI governance in Geneva?: PALO ALTO, California/HONG KONG -- Delegations from China and the U.S. are meeting in Geneva ...
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SC Kreuzlingen water polo team in the final after a resounding victory against Carouge
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Canton of Geneva plans a metro: more public transport, fewer cars: A metro line is planned across Geneva; the project is taking shape. However ...
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The heat of the past few days has been a major strain on animals. The common swift, a bird species already endangered, is particularly affected and is ... Show more
Heat wave: Geneva bans outdoor work - | Zurich does not: Geneva is banning outdoor work in the afternoons due to the heat - | the canton of Zurich sees no legal ...
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Iran's Military Command Declares the Strait of Hormuz Closed Again: The Strait of Hormuz is reportedly closed again. U.S. Vice President JD Vance and Iranian ...
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Former hostage Ilana Gritzewsky delivered an emotional address to the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, confronting a UN special rapporteur over what she ... Show more
World leaders have arrived in Geneva as the 52nd G7 Summit officially gets underway. #G7Summit #Geneva #Evian #G7 #WorldLeaders
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US Vice President Vance cancels trip for peace talks with Iran: Local media reported that there was no confirmation that Iran's delegation would travel to Geneva ...
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Key FactsKey Breakthroughs in US-Iran Peace Negotiations
Jun 22, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cbsnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cbsnews.com
- Iran consented to the return of international nuclear inspectors, marking crucial progress in nuclear non-proliferation efforts.
- A communication channel was established between the US and Iran to prevent incidents in the vital Strait of Hormuz.
- A coordinated mechanism was set up to uphold the ceasefire in Lebanon and reduce military hostilities.
- Agreements were reached to release frozen Iranian assets under strict oversight to ensure funds support humanitarian needs.
If we ever unfreeze Iranian assets, we can ensure that ... Iranian money goes to help the people of Iran and not to fund terrorism.— Vance told reporters Monday after the first round of direct talks with Iran since President Trump and his Iranian counterpart signed a memorandum of understanding last week.
Erneut Spitzentreffen: Wird Bürgenstock das neue Genf?: Zum zweiten Mal nach 2024 findet auf dem Bürgenstock ein Polit-Anlass von Weltgrösse statt ...
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Riots during protests against the G7 summit: Thousands are demonstrating in Geneva against the G7 summit taking place on Monday. The protests have brought back ...
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The News Pakistan Jun 15
Pakistan to host Iran-US signing ceremony in Geneva on Jun 19: PM Shehbaz: ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday announced that Pakistan will host ...
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Key FactsHistoric Peace Deal Reached Between US and Iran
Jun 15, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: focus.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: focus.de
- Pakistan confirms a peace agreement has been reached between the US and Iran after intensive discussions.
- President Trump warns of military action if a final nuclear deal is not achieved.
- The deal ensures the Strait of Hormuz will remain permanently free of tariffs.
- The formal signing ceremony is scheduled in Switzerland on Friday, with further detailed negotiations expected.
This great agreement will bring peace and security to the entire region. Many presidents have tried to make peace with Iran, and all have failed before me. The region's heads of state and government have for the first time found a president who can help them achieve real peace. With the opening of the Strait of Hormuz after Friday's signing of the agreement for the purpose of mine clearance, oil will flow again to the region and the world.— Donald Trump on Truth Social
Initiative “No 10 Million Switzerland” fails due to lack of majority of cantons: After the results from the canton of Geneva were announced, it is clear: The ...
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Key FactsSwitzerland Rejects Population Cap Initiative
Jun 14, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: faz.net
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: faz.net
- Swiss voters rejected the SVP's proposal to cap the population at ten million residents.
- Surpassing this limit would have required ending the free movement agreement with the European Union.
- Population growth since 2000 is largely driven by immigration from EU countries including Italy, Germany, and Portugal.
- The vote secures ongoing economic ties with the EU and addresses labor shortages in key sectors.
"a heavy blow for Switzerland"— Marcel Dettling, SVP chairman, said on Swiss television after the vote on the population cap.
Jean Ziegler has died at the age of 92. This was reported by RTS, citing his family. He was known as a politician, professor of sociology ... Show more
France and Switzerland impose tight security around Lake Geneva for G7 summit: France and Switzerland are imposing tight security for a looming G7 summit in ...
thelocal.ch/20260611/france-and-switzerland-impose-tight-security-around-lake-geneva-for-g7-summit
US-Iran peace talks in Geneva called off, clouding prospects for lasting truce: By Nandita Bose, Yomna Ehab and Jonathan AllenWASHINGTON/DUBAI ...
al-monitor.com/originals/2026/06/us-iran-peace-talks-geneva-called-clouding-prospects-lasting-truce
Less than a week after it was enacted, the new burkini ban in Geneva is being challenged in court. The municipality of Vernier has filed a complaint ... Show more
Dispute over swimming pool rules: Geneva municipalities fight back against burkini ban
Dispute over swimming pool rules: Geneva municipalities fight back against burkini ban
The so-called "barbershop case" brought the issue of child prostitution to public attention in Switzerland last year. According to the investigation ... Show more
Water cannon arrives: G7 demo in Geneva escalates: In Geneva, the protest against the G7 summit escalated on Sunday. Numerous videos show demonstrators engaging ...
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