While ‘Marriage for All’ sailed through – the other national vote was thrown out just as decisively.
The 99% Initiative proposed taxing income from rents, dividends and shares.
In all 65% rejected the initiative – as well as no canton backing it.
The vote was launched by the Young Socialists. The president of the group, Ronja Jansen, accepted the result - it says they will continue to fight a system that rewards wealth over hard work.
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.
Mengele file could be opened
Switzerland’s Federal Intelligence Service is reversing course and will allow limited access to its file on Nazi doctor Josef Mengele, currently held at the Federal Archives.
Geneva could host one of Europe's largest sporting events
In five years time, Geneva could be hosting one of Europe’s largest sporting events, which will mean building a temporary stadium - bigger than the Stade de Genève.
Randy couple arrested on train
Two passengers have been arrested on a cross-border train between Germany and Switzerland.
Woman fined more for arguing
A train passenger in Geneva is challenging an unexpected surcharge after being fined for traveling without a valid ticket.
SSR FM return will cost money - and jobs
The Swiss Broadcasting Corporation is preparing a return to FM radio, despite its recent push into digital.
