We’re in for a hot summer – according to one of the worst weather predictors ever.
In Zurich, the traditional Böögg – the explosive packed snowman on top of a bonfire – took 26 minutes to explode.
According to legend – the faster the head explodes, the warmer the summer. 26 minutes is fairly reasonable, it has taken up to an hour in the past – but it’s known the Böögg is wrong most of the time.
The origin of the Böögg stretches back hundreds of years and is linked with the start of spring.
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.
