There may be hope in the fight against hospital infections, following a breakthrough at the EHT University in Zurich.
It follows the death of a man who was severely injured in the Crans Montana fire. He contracted an infection before dying.
The new development is a gel which blocks bacteria from entering a wound, then the gel kills the infection when ultra-violet light is shone on it.
Initial tests are proving positive, human trials are planned next.
New covid variant being monitored
A new coronavirus variant is being closely monitored.
Traffic already heavy
Holiday traffic is building up at one of Switzerland’s key transit routes.
Property tax change coming in 2029
Switzerland is set to overhaul how homeowners are taxed, with major changes coming at the end of 2028.
Karin Keller-Sutter looks to sue Grok
The finance minister has taken legal action in a case that could set a precedent for AI accountability.
Top court rules protestors' fines stand
The Federal Court has upheld convictions against climate activists over a major protest in Zurich.
Bern considers US defense contracts
Switzerland could reconsider a key defense purchase amid growing uncertainty.
