Geneva police launched a major operation yesterday after an attempted robbery on the Rue de Rhone.
Reports suggest one person was held hostage for a while when the robbers hit a high-end jewellery shop just before midday.
One man was arrested near Rive, but others are thought to be on the run.
Heavily armed police searched trams heading towards Carouge.
Police are confirming one person is in custody, but are not releasing any further information.
Chinese student arrested for spying
A Chinese student has been arrested on suspicion of spying for his country in Switzerland.
Another Geneva church to go
Perhaps a sign of the times, Geneva – the home of the Protestant movement - is losing another protestant church.
New Geneva building to be heated by servers
A new system to recycle heat created by a data centre will be operational this summer.
Snus could be damaging teeth
A dentist in canton Aargau is raising concerns about the damage some of his patients may be causing to their teeth and gums by using ‘snus’ or nicotine pouches.
Pick up after your dog - even in countryside
Dog owners are being warned that’s it’s important to pick up after your pet, even when out in the countryside.
Self-proclaimed king drives across Bundesplatz in Bern
A man who has declared himself a king caused a stir when he drove his own armoured personnel vehicle across the Bundesplatz in Bern over the weekend.
