We’re all sleeping badly.
The latest figures from the Federal Statistics Office – over a quarter of people say they have moderate sleep problems, a rise of 5% in the last 25 years.
A further 7% say they suffer from serious sleep problems.
Women suffer more than men, 37% top 25% - but its especially affecting the elderly, those over 85.
Lack of sleep can lead to serious health problems and affect quality of life, says the government.
Thousands of Swiss nationals stuck in middle east
Bern says it’s not able to repatriate thousands of Swiss citizens who are either resident in the middle east - or stranded as their flights have been cancelled.
Anti-war demonstrators in Geneva
Around a hundred people gathered in Geneva yesterday evening to protest the war in Iran.
Parmelin signs EU deal
Swiss President Guy Parmelin met European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Brussels yesterday to advance a new package of bilateral agreements between Switzerland and the EU.
Parliament moves closer to end murder loophole
Switzerland is moving closer to abolishing the 30 year statute of limitations for murder.
Water worker buried alive
A worker has died after being buried alive in canton Fribourg.
Petition for quiet cars on trains
A woman from Biel in canton Bern has launched an online petition calling for quiet carriages in second class on Swiss trains.
