Hundreds reported strange lights in the sky last night. A string of lights was photographed right across the central parts of the country.
But the reality was bland – it was a series of 52 small satellites that make up Elon Musk’s Starlink internet service.
They were launched yesterday from Cape Canaveral on a Falcon 9 rocket owned by Space X. It was the 40th launch this year so far.
There are over 4,000 satellites in orbit already and the service has around 1.5 m subscribers.
Economic outlook uncertain for this year
Switzerland’s economic outlook remains cautious, with the KOF Swiss Economic Institute forecasting growth of around one percent in 2026,although that depends on falling oil prices.
Geneva bans the burkini
Geneva’s parliament has voted to ban the burkini in public swimming pools, ending months of heated debate.
Birthday candles banned in Geneva schools
In response to the fire in Crans Montana, birthday candles have been banned in Geneva’s primary schools.
Transit tax moves closer
Switzerland is moving closer to introducing a transit tax for foreign vehicles crossing the country.
Fake Nyon officer fined
A man in his fifties has been convicted in Vaud after impersonating a police officer in several towns, including Rolle and Nyon.
Heavy traffic this Easter
Heavy traffic is expected across Switzerland over the Easter holiday period, particularly on the A2 Gotthard autoroute and the A13 San Bernardino route from March 27.
