The forest fires in canton Ticino continue to burn and Italian firefighters are now helping.
Strong gusts of wind are fanning the flames on the top of the Monte Gambarogno above Lake Maggiore.
The fire is threatening the village of Indemini and a high-power electricity line that runs from Ticino to Italy. The power has already been cut off.
Six helicopters have been dropping water and there are discussions for an Italian air tanker to be used in Switzerland to help fight the fire.
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.
