For the first time, 40% of people aged 15 and over in Switzerland have a migrant background. This corresponds to 2,950,000 people.
The figures, published yesterday by the Federal Statistical Office, are from 2022 and show that almost 80% of those with a migrant background were born abroad themselves.
Of the foreign population, almost 10% are Italian. Germans account for 9% and Portuguese for 8%.
Geneva is still the most cosmopolitan canton, as 64% of its population has a migrant background.
Several injured in random knife attack
A man attacked several people with a knife yesterday afternoon in Zofingen in canton Aargau.
Push for Geneva to host song contest
Pressure is building to get canton Geneva to officially back the hosting of next year’s Eurovision Song Contest.
Govt says 'no' to song cash
As the potential cities vie for the right to host next years Eurovision Song Contest, the federal government have made it very clear – there will be no government money.
Unusual snowfalls on high passes
Despite being mid-May, the higher ground is getting a massive amount of snow.
Possible charge for Lauterbrunnen
The picturesque village of Lauterbrunnen in the Bernese Oberland is considering following the lead of Venice - and bringing in a daily charge for visitors.
Accident caused major disruption - man seriousy injured
Geneva rush hour traffic was severely disrupted yesterday afternoon after a 19-year-old scooter rider was hit by a tram in Rive.
