Change to new SBB timetable went smoothly

The changeover to the new SBB timetable on Sunday morning went without a hitch. This was reported by the SBB media office on request. The new timetable will be put to the test on Monday morning with the start of commuter traffic.

United Kingdom joins transpacific free trade agreement

The UK officially joined the CPTPP trans-Pacific free trade agreement on Sunday. This makes the UK the first new member and the first European member since it was founded in 2018.

Medley relay team eliminated despite Swiss record

After winning gold, Noè Ponti also achieves an exploit with the relay on the last day of the World Short Course Championships in Budapest. Despite setting a national record, the Swiss are not able to reach the final.

His greatest cult moment was his appearance as Queen Beatrix

Hape Kerkeling doesn't give a damn about the laws of show business: the German entertainer has revolutionized television and humour. Now a documentary looks back on the 60-year-old's career.

There are to be 140 new Migros stores in conurbations

Migros wants to open 140 new stores in the coming years. According to Migros CEO Mario Irminger, there is "pent-up demand" around the city of Zurich and along Lake Geneva.

Legal dispute settled: US broadcaster pays Trump millions

US broadcaster ABC has agreed to pay 15 million US dollars (14.3 million euros) as part of a settlement in the legal dispute over defamation with future US President Donald Trump.

Qatar Airways charges 2000 francs for baggage reclaim

A couple from Zurich book another flight to Dubai at short notice for medical reasons. The luggage is already checked in. But at their destination, Qatar Airways charges them 2,000 francs to hand over their suitcases.

Federal Council warns of the consequences of the Juso inheritance tax initiative

The Federal Council warns of the consequences of the Juso initiative to tax million-dollar inheritances for the benefit of the climate. In its view, the referendum could lead to lower revenues on balance.

What worries the Swiss the most

The latest Worry Barometer clearly shows what is worrying the Swiss: according to the survey, health and health insurance are the issues that concern the population the most.

Federal government allows autonomous driving on freeways from March 2025

The Federal Council has adopted new regulations for automated driving. From March 2025, drivers on autopilot will be allowed to take their hands off the wheel. Automated parking is also to become legal.

"A disgrace for our country" - "Wise and right"

Switzerland will not vote again on the retirement age for women. This was decided yesterday by the Federal Court in Lausanne. Here's how blue News readers reacted to the ruling.

Will you soon have to have your cat chipped?

Dogs are already required to be chipped and registered, but now identification could also be extended to cats. The federal government is currently looking into the possibility of a nationwide chip requirement for cats.

How to benefit from the new SBB timetable

It's that time of year again on December 15: the SBB timetable change is coming up. Read the overview to find out exactly what this means for you and your public transport journey.

Tax investigators' trail leads to Root LU

German authorities suspect the Adidas Group of having evaded taxes by understating the customs value of imports. The Swiss branch in Root LU plays an important role.

National Councillor Andreas Glarner wants to remain President of the Aargau SVP

The controversial National Councillor Andreas Glarner is standing again for the office of Cantonal President of the SVP Aargau - and is thus winning the internal power struggle within the party.

Iranian singer released from prison

Shortly after her arrest, Iranian musician Parastu Ahmadi and two of her band members have been released. Her lawyer Milad Panahipur told the daily newspaper "Sharhg" (online). However, he has not yet had any contact with his clients, who now have to wait for the official indictment.

Moscow rails against German ambassador again

The Russian Foreign Ministry has once again criticized the German ambassador in Moscow, Alexander Graf Lambsdorff, for his calls for peace. He should direct his calls to the West and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyi, wrote Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova on her Telegram channel. "The direct responsibility for the deaths of people lies with the collective West, which is stimulating the continuation of the bloodshed by supplying weapons."

Aid workers warn of many landmines in Syria

The British aid organization Halo Trust is calling for international efforts to clear the many landmines in Syria and make the country safer. "Returning Syrians simply don't know where the landmines are and are waiting. They are scattered across fields, villages and towns, so people are at terrible risk," said Halo Trust. There are currently "millions" of landmines, unexploded ordnance and cluster munitions in Syria.

Hezbollah chief: Supply route through Syria lost

According to its leader Naim Kassim, the Lebanese Hezbollah militia has lost its supply route for weapons due to the fall of Syria's government. "Hezbollah has lost its military supply route," said Kassim in a televised speech. However, this was only "a small detail" in the ongoing fight against Israel. The militia is "flexible" and "continuity" is important.

7th place again for Hasler

Just like the day before in the monobob, Melanie Hasler finishes 7th in the two-woman bobsleigh at the World Cup in Sigulda. With push athlete Mara Morell, the Zurich athlete makes up two places in the second run.

Loïc Meillard once again in with a chance of the podium

Loïc Meillard has the chance of another podium finish in the World Cup slalom in Val d'Isère. The Frenchman is in 6th place after the first run, which was dominated by Frenchman Steven Amiez.

"I bin en Italiano": Zurich original Bruno "Nöggi" Stöckli is dead

Zurich singer and solo entertainer Bruno "Nöggi" Stöckli has died at the age of 78. The Zurich original "Nöggi" made his breakthrough in the 1980s with his song "I bin en Italiano".

"The script shows every character - no one is all good or all bad"

His role in the series "The Day of the Jackal" made Oscar winner Eddie Redmayne think - about society and himself. In this interview, he explains what all this has to do with musician David Bowie.

"Prison made me realize how many psychopaths I was dealing with"

As a doctor, Joe Bausch treated serious criminals for over 30 years. A conversation with the 71-year-old about his work in prison, typical prison illnesses and the question: is man good or evil?

US government: Alleged drones are often airplanes

The US government and federal police are once again trying to reassure the population in view of numerous alleged drone sightings on the east coast of the USA. Currently, there is still no evidence that there is a threat to public safety, said a high-ranking representative of the Department of Homeland Security. "We are confident that many of the reported drone sightings are in fact manned aircraft that have been misidentified as drones."

"Minor surgery" for Mikaela Shiffrin

Mikaela Shiffrin's recovery is not going quite as planned. The American has to have a minor operation in her abdominal area.

SRG Director Wille defends sports and entertainment offering

In an interview, SRG Director Susanne Wille defended the sports and entertainment offerings of her media company. These sectors are important, she said, because entertainment can also provide information and sport brings people together.

Founder of the Mango fashion chain suffers fatal crash in the mountains

The founder of the globally successful Spanish fashion group Mango, billionaire Isak Andic, has died in a mountain accident. The 71-year-old died in an accident on Saturday, the company announced.

Founder of Spanish clothing brand Mango killed in an accident

The founder of the Spanish clothing brand Mango, Isak Andic, is dead. The 71-year-old died in an accident on Saturday, the company announced, without giving further details of the circumstances.

Switzerland has a new lottery millionaire

Swiss Lotto crowned a new millionaire in Saturday's draw. Thanks to a six, the player wins exactly one million francs. Only the lucky number was missing.

Will the ICE finally get to Basel on time?

Deutsche Bahn has spent five months virtually rebuilding an important line. Delays there had an impact as far as Switzerland - SBB stopped many trains from entering the country.