It’s suspected asbestos dust killed 2,000 insects at a vivarium in canton Neuchatel.
Renovation work released a large cloud of dust and tests later confirmed it contained asbestos.
Several people and reptiles were exposed - and the insects died.
It’s thought the dust blocked their breathing system.
The shelter’s director says the animals had to be cleaned and the site fully decontaminated.
Ukriane will get Swiss electrical equipment
Ukraine has sent a list of electrical equipment it needs to the Swiss government.
Brutal attack on grandmother
A brutal home invasion in Onex in Geneva is still haunting a family one year on.
Residents can move back into Brienz
The village of Brienz in canton Graubünden which has been empty since May 2023 can now be lived in again.
Aldi to close some stores
The supermarket chain Aldi is closing several stores in German-speaking Switzerland.
Macron becomes Davos fashion icon
The French president Emmanual Macron is becoming a fashion Icon in Davos.
AI could be worth billions to Switzerland
Artificial intelligence could give Switzerland a serious economic boost.
