Canton Jura is the first to ban the sale of single use electronic cigarettes.
The parliament passed the legislation with barely a debate – only two members voted against.
Other cantons have banned the sale to children, but Jura is the first to ban them outright.
Many other cantons may simply be waiting for federal legislation. The parliament in Bern is currently in the process of changing the law.
The lower house has already voted in favour – the upper house has yet to vote.
American tourist rape trial in Geneva
In Geneva, rare CCTV footage was shown in court this week during a rape trial.
Pro Israel and Palestian protestors clash in Zurich
Yesterday evening, around 100 people gathered peacefully on Zurich’s Rathausbrücke for a permitted pro-Israel demonstration under police protection.
Tourist office eyes Canadians as new market
Switzerland is stepping up efforts to attract Canadian tourists, who are traveling less to the United States.
Oysters for Christmas markets destroyed
Be careful of oysters at the Christmas markets.
Swisscom kills 3G
Swisscom will switch off its 3G mobile network by the end of this year, ending a technology more than 20 years old.
Geneva swimmers break world record
Six swimmers from a Geneva-based club have set a new Guinness World Record by completing the first-ever relay swim along Lake Geneva and back.
