More of us are playing the Lottery than ever before – which means more money can be handed out to worthy causes.
The latest figures from Lotterie Romande shows CHF 243m was given to social, sports and cultural organisations – that’s up nearly 4% over a year.
The lottery can hand over more cash because revenue is up. We gambled CHF 38m more last year than in 2021.
In a statement the lottery says the rise is down to more and different types of games and the reopening of cafés
Parliament rejects WHO alcohol policy
The Upper House of Parliament, the Council of States has overwhelmingly rejected adopting an alcohol policy based on recommendations from the World Health Organisation.
Cyclist dies near the UN
A cyclist died after an accident near the UN yesterday.
Govt may buy fewer F-35s due to cost
Switzerland will not purchase all 36 American F-35 fighter jets originally planned, the Federal Council decided Friday.
Amnesty slams Bern police
Amnesty International is strongly criticising the police response to last October’s unauthorized pro-Palestinian demonstration in Bern.
Two men given house arrest after stealing vignettes
Two men, aged 32 and 33, working at the printing works that makes the autoroute vignettes have been given house arrest and a suspended prison sentence after being found guilty of stealing the stickers and selling them online.
What's likely under the tree this year?
Shoppers looking for the perfect gift this holiday season are turning to tech and toys, according to Galaxus.
