The mayor of Crans-Montana is under pressure. Nicolas Féraud appeared before prosecutors yesterday over the deadly fire at the Le Constellation bar.
Investigators are asking why mandatory safety inspections were not carried out for years. The municipality admits checks hadn’t been done since 2019.
A failed IT system and staff shortages are now under scrutiny.
Féraud faces accusations of negligent homicide, bodily harm and arson.
Govt to look at how to get baby-boomers to move home
For decades, owning a detached house was seen as a middle-class ideal in Switzerland.
Switzerland tops quality of life survey
Switzerland tops a new global ranking of the best countries for career opportunities and quality of life.
The 10 million initiative could have unique impact on Geneva
Geneva could face unintended consequences from the Swiss People’s Party’s “No 10 Million Swiss!” initiative, which aims to curb population growth by restricting immigration.
Two priests suspended in Biel
A case of alleged abuse is shaking the city of Biel.
Hunt underway for internationally wanted prisoner
Police in eastern Switzerland are searching for a 41-year-old man who escaped custody in canton St Gallen.
Cows die mysteriously
A farmer in canton Vaud says nearly 300 cows have died since 2021 under mysterious circumstances on his farm near Moudon.
