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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 22m
INTERVIEW: If the 'no to 10 million' proposal passes Switzerland would be stifled
INTERVIEW: If the 'no to 10 million' proposal passes Switzerland would be stifled
The hard-right 'No to 10 million people' initiative would, if approved in an upcoming referendum, have a major impact on Switzerland's economy and the country as a whole, an expert tells The Local.
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 3h
Swiss business leaders meet Trump to make plea over tariffs
Swiss business leaders meet Trump to make plea over tariffs
Swiss business leaders have met US President Donald Trump to draw his attention to the toll that steep tariffs are taking on their companies.
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 5h
Today in Switzerland: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday
Today in Switzerland: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday
Salaries will increase only slightly in 2026; Swiss business leaders met with US president to discuss tariffs; and other news in our roundup this Thursday.
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 20h
Everything you need to know about changing your Swiss health insurance in 2025
Everything you need to know about changing your Swiss health insurance in 2025
The deadline for changing your Swiss insurance coverage - November 30th - is fast approaching. There are several things you need to keep in mind before you do so.
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 1d
Why are Switzerland’s road death rates the 'worst in Europe'?
Why are Switzerland’s road death rates the 'worst in Europe'?
Over the past five years, the number of fatal road accidents in Switzerland has risen by 34 percent, while the European average fell by 12 percent during the same timeframe.
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 1d
Sculpture of Trump strapped to a cross displayed in Switzerland
Sculpture of Trump strapped to a cross displayed in Switzerland
A realistic-looking sculpture of Donald Trump in an orange jumpsuit and strapped to a cross has stirred discussion -- and smiles -- in Switzerland, where it went on display this week.
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 1d
Swiss hold woman after body cut in half found in France
Swiss hold woman after body cut in half found in France
A 39-year-old woman is being held in Switzerland after a body was found "severed in two" in France, Swiss authorities said on Wednesday.
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 1d
'No 10 million': Does Switzerland need to curb or encourage immigration?
'No 10 million': Does Switzerland need to curb or encourage immigration?
The hard-right Swiss populists behind the ‘No to 10 million people’ initiative tell The Local why excessive immigration has been bad for the country, whilst opponents and analysts argue the country's future depends on it.
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 1d
Today in Switzerland: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
Today in Switzerland: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
Switzerland has the worst record in Europe for road fatalities; new study confirms that climate change is particularly drastic in Switzerland; and more news in our Wednesday roundup.
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 2d
Are EFTA nationals in Switzerland subjected to the same rules as EU citizens?
Are EFTA nationals in Switzerland subjected to the same rules as EU citizens?
Switzerland has agreements in place for the nationals of the European Union as well as EFTA countries – Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein. But are conditions equal for all?
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 2d
In what sectors can you earn top salaries in Switzerland right now?
In what sectors can you earn top salaries in Switzerland right now?
Swiss wages are typically higher than elsewhere in Europe, but how much an executive can expect to earn depends on the industry and the job title itself.
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 2d
Today in Switzerland: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday
Today in Switzerland: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday
and more news in our roundup this Tuesday.
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 2d
Swiss universities to drop tuition surcharge for EU students
Swiss universities to drop tuition surcharge for EU students
Currently, some universities in Switzerland charge higher tuition of foreign students in comparison to Swiss nationals. But this practice will be abolished.
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 2d
What exactly does the Swiss 'no to 10 million' anti immigration proposal aim to do?
What exactly does the Swiss 'no to 10 million' anti immigration proposal aim to do?
Among the most controversial political efforts in Switzerland of the past decade, the ‘No to 10 million people’ anti-immigration initiative is expected to be brought to the ballot box in 2026. What exactly is it aiming for?
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 3d
Coop vs Migros: Which retailer is best for Swiss consumers right now?
Coop vs Migros: Which retailer is best for Swiss consumers right now?
The two supermarket chains, Switzerland’s largest, have been competing on prices and assortment for years. Which one is ahead right now?
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 3d
TELL US: Has life in Switzerland got better or worse in the past decade?
TELL US: Has life in Switzerland got better or worse in the past decade?
If you have been living in Switzerland for the past 10 years, you have probably seen many changes in that time. Tell us what they are and whether they've meant life in the country has improved or detiorated?
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 3d
Today in Switzerland: A roundup of the latest news on Monday
Today in Switzerland: A roundup of the latest news on Monday
Construction workers' strike to disrupt traffic in Geneva today; Zurich residents fight back against rent increases; and more Swiss news in our Monday roundup.
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 5d
Swiss central bank profits boosted by gold price surge
Swiss central bank profits boosted by gold price surge
Switzerland's central bank on Friday reported a profit of 12.6 billion Swiss francs ($15.7 billion) for the first nine months of 2025, boosted by soaring gold prices and rising stock markets.
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 6d
Six big news stories from Switzerland you need to catch up on this week
Six big news stories from Switzerland you need to catch up on this week
How foreign nationals are a boost Swiss economy, and a new treaty to allow EU citizens to live in Switzerland with ‘no conditions attached’ — these are among the news that The Local reported this week. You can catch up on everything in this weekly roundup.
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 6d
Where in Switzerland is November 1st a public holiday?
Where in Switzerland is November 1st a public holiday?
All Saints’ Day, celebrated on November 1st, is one of those public holidays which is celebrated in some Swiss cantons (and municipalities) but not in others.
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 6d
Why Switzerland is a ‘land of opportunity’
Why Switzerland is a ‘land of opportunity’
In many people’s minds, the ‘land of opportunity’ – the place where people have many chances to succeed, achieve their goals, and improve their lives – is associated with the United States. But a new study shows it is actually Switzerland.
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 6d
Six spookiest places in Switzerland this Halloween
Six spookiest places in Switzerland this Halloween
With its haunted houses and creepy castles, Switzerland can be a really scary place. So if you fancy some hair-raising, nerve-wrecking, skin-tingling moments this Halloween, we have just the thing for you.
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 6d
Today in Switzerland: A roundup of the latest news on Friday
Today in Switzerland: A roundup of the latest news on Friday
Zurich votes to free its streets of large cars; Switzerland is named the world’s ‘most resilient’ country in an international ranking; and more news in our Friday roundup.
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 6d
Swiss national railway unveils new night train to Sweden via Denmark
Swiss national railway unveils new night train to Sweden via Denmark
After months of uncertainty about the future of night trains, Swiss railway SBB has revealed the details of its upcoming service to Malmö via Copenhagen, departing from Basel.
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The Local Switzerland @thelocalswitz.bsky.social · 6d
'No to 10 million': Will Swiss voters back the anti-immigration proposal?
'No to 10 million': Will Swiss voters back the anti-immigration proposal?
An initiative by the right-wing Swiss People’s Party (SVP) to curb immigration once the country’s population reaches a certain threshold may seem extreme, but polls show it has a chance of passing.
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