Two people on a small boat on Lake Thun had to jump into the water when it caught fire.
The boat was left adrift and on fire. Initial fire fighting assistance was given by a passing passenger boat until the lake police arrived.
Why the boat caught fire is under investigation
Geneva to take more control of roadworks
In Geneva, the canton has decided it needs to take a far more hands-on approach to roadworks.
Switzerland richest country in the world
Switzerland is the richest country in the world, according to a new study by UBS.
Initiative for rent control
The tenants’ association, ASLOCA, is collecting signatures to change the law and bring in far stricter rent control.
Zurich and Geneva - best cities in the world
Geneva is the fifth best city to live in – in the world.
No cats allowed in new Zurich building
A new housing estate in Zurich is causing controversy as the owners have banned cats from the start.
Swiss embassy staff stay in Tehran due to US commitments
Five diplomats, and their families, working at the Swiss Embassy in Tehran have left the country.
