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WEBWet summer keeps swimmers away. Far fewer people visited swimming pools this summer than in previous years. The main reason was the gloomy weather at the start of summer. Tweets by @wrs. English Speaking Radio in Switzerland I Local News, Events & …
Self-proclaimed king drives across Bundesplatz in Bern - WRS
WEBApr 16, 2024 · A man who has declared himself a king caused a stir when he drove his own armoured personnel vehicle across the Bundesplatz in Bern over the weekend. 29-year-old Jonas Lauwiner buys abandoned buildings, private roads and forests – and declares them part of his empire. He even had a coronation.
Geneva reveals 1st August celebrations - WRS
WEBJul 2, 2024 · The City of Geneva has unveiled its plans to mark national day on August 1st. The activities will centre around the Parc des Eauc-Vives. Starting out with a free brunch for 500 people – registration is required – which will focus on local produce. The mayor, Christina Kitsos, says the land binds us together. There’ll be traditional Swiss ...
Switzerland needs to return to 'war footing' - WRS
WEBMar 22, 2024 · Switzerland needs to return to a war footing – as it was during the Cold War. That’s the opinion of a Swiss People’s Party national parliamentarian Benjamin Fischer. At the height of the cold war in 1969, the government sent a civil defence booklet to all households in the country. It was designed to create ‘inner resilience’.
Man arrested after US tourist raped in Geneva - WRS
WEBMar 11, 2024 · A man has been arrested after an American tourist was raped and beaten in the middle of Geneva. The woman was waiting for a taxi at 1.30 am just outside the Confederation Centre on Sunday the 25th February. The police say the man approached her, asking if she wanted to buy drugs. She refused, the man then became violent and hit her on the head.
Post Office could cut deliveries - WRS
WEBJan 29, 2024 · The Post Office is losing money as we’re all sending fewer letters – but an idea by the Federal Councillor, Albert Rösti, may prove to be controversial.
Amnesty International criticise Switzerland - WRS
WEBApr 24, 2024 · The international human rights group, Amnesty International, which is dealing with the Ukraine war and the situation in Gaza – has time to also criticise Switzerland.
French nationals asking about Swiss banks - WRS
WEBJun 28, 2024 · Swiss bankers say they’re getting a flurry of requests from French nationals ahead of the legislative elections this weekend. In the past, the French have used Swiss banks to protect them from high taxation, but that’s not considered the issue now as all foreign bank details are now shared.
Palestinian conflict divides Switzerland - WRS
WEBNov 17, 2023 · The war in the Middle East is dividing the country. A major survey by the Blick newspaper shows that 30% tend to side with the Palestinians – and 33% tend to side with the Israelis.
Pedestrian killed by tram in Zurich - WRS
WEBMar 6, 2024 · More from Bitesize News. Wednesday, 6 March 2024 06:30. A pedestrian was killed by a tram in Zurich last night. Police say a 56-year-old woman stepped in front of a number 14 tram heading towards Seebach just after 8pm. She was treated by emergency services at the scene – but later died in hospital. Police are calling for witnesses.
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