The body of a 73-year-old man was found yesterday in Lake Geneva. Passers-by called the police after they spotted the man in the habour at Rolle in canton Vaud.
Despite resuscitation attempts the man was declared dead at the scene. Police believe he was preparing his boat when he fell into the water.
An investigation is underway, but police have ruled out foul play.
Former president says Switzerland should join EU
A former member of the Federal Council says the only way Switzerland will achieve its European goals is by becoming a full member of the European Union.
Soldier killed in shooting accident
A soldier was killed in a shooting accident at a firing range in canton Aargau yesterday morning.
When will tram 15 be finished?
The Geneva minister of transport, Pierre Maudet, will be at a meeting in neighbouring France today to answer questions as why the tram 15 extension is taking so long.
Widow will have to pay maintenance to ex-wife
The Federal Court has ruled a widow still has to pay maintenance to her late husband’s ex-wife.
Amnesty International criticise Switzerland
The international human rights group, Amnesty International, which is dealing with the Ukraine war and the situation in Gaza – has time to also criticise Switzerland.
More trains for the long weekends
Swiss Federal Railways will be putting on extra trains over the Ascension weekend to handle the expected increased demand for those wanting to take a long weekend break.
