Bitesize News from Thursday, June 11th, 2026

Nearly two years ago, we lost our dear friend Henk Potts to cancer. Henk was our business correspondent for many years, and was always happy to share stories of his colourful life and his wonderful family.

Cross border commuters face heavy delays from today as border checks and closures start, due to increased security measures ahead of the G7 summit.

Rail travel between Switzerland and France is facing major disruption due to industrial action by French workers.

Geneva voters head to the polls this Sunday on a proposal to ban religious symbols inside cantonal and municipal parliaments.

We’re losing confidence in the United States. A new survey shows we don’t see Washington as a reliable ally.

Swiss companies have already invested USD 27 bn in the American economy this year.

Switzerland is feeling the pressure of an unusually early European heatwave, as the continent's climate observatory warns that extreme weather is becoming the new normal.

The lynx has made a successful return but remains vulnerable, according to new research released by WWF Switzerland.