Geneva police stopped a car with blue flashing lights and french license plates on the autoroute near Bardonnex.
They discovered it was carrying French customs officers returning from a training session at the airport.
The French officials were firmly told they can’t use the lights for non urgent trips in Switzerland and have to obey the law like any other driver.
A new hotline for victims of domestic violence - 142
A new hotline for victims of domestic violence opens today; accessible 24/7 and across the country.
Ikea slammed for pricing practices
The Swedish furniture chain Ikea has been slammed by consumer rights groups and forced to change how it displays prices.
Champions and younger runners in this year's Geneva Marathon
Record numbers, and a younger crowd, are set for the Geneva Marathon this year.
Drivers stuck as extremely long red light
Motorists in Milvignes in canton Neuchatel are voicing frustration over long waits at a key set of traffic lights.
Shock neck and neck opinion poll result
Voters are heading for a tight decision on immigration.
EU backs major unemployment benefit change
EU member states are backing a reform that could reshape unemployment benefits for frontaliers with significant financial implications for Switzerland.
