Fitness membership has reached a new record, according to the latest industry figures, with 1.45 million people now registered at gyms, that’s around one in five adults.
The sector also saw stronger financial growth, with turnover rising 4.4 percent to CHF 1.36bn last year.
Industry group Swiss Active says the increase is driven by a growing health trend, particularly among people aged 20 to 29.
Geneva rejects DEI policy
The Geneva City Council has rejected a proposal aimed at strengthening diversity and inclusion policies.
Empty small pockets of standing water to stop the tiger mossie
Geneva authorities say the tiger mosquito begins reappearing with warmer spring temperatures.
Luxury car thefts up
Car theft is up, according to new data from insurer AXA, which says reported cases are now higher than before the pandemic.
Gotthard Pass opening earlier than planned
The Gotthard Pass will reopen on Friday, which is earlier than planned.
Man fined for frightening horses
A man in the Zurich Oberland has been convicted of animal cruelty after a bizarre incident in which he dressed as a horse and danced in a pasture, frightening a herd of horses.
Immigrants pay more into AVS than they receive
A government minister is warning that voting to heavily restrict immigration could have the reverse effect than expected.
