Mercedes-Benz restructures executive floor
Business at Mercedes-Benz has weakened recently. Now the car manufacturer is restructuring its management team. It is getting younger - and more male.
The Geminids are here - but the full moon gets in the way
With the Advent season comes the shooting star season: from the end of the week, the annual Geminid meteor shower can be observed. But this year, the spectacle in the sky will be marred by the full moon.
Father-in-law shows remorse at murder trial in Muttenz BL
The murder trial of a 60-year-old man began on Wednesday morning in Muttenz BL. The accused is said to have killed his daughter-in-law four and a half years ago. He asked for forgiveness in court.
"I take back what I said about the Swiss 'Tatort'"
Rudi Völler talks to blue Sport about the new Champions League format, the future of Florian Wirtz and a Swiss "Tatort" that he once didn't like at all.
Switzerland has frozen CHF 99 million in Syrian funds
Switzerland has frozen Syrian assets worth around CHF 99 million. The State Secretariat for Economic Affairs confirmed a corresponding media report on Wednesday at the request of the Keystone-SDA news agency.
Rush of holidaymakers gives Tui a jump in profits
The desire to travel is growing, and Europe's largest tour operator is clearly benefiting from this. Tui is also confident for the coming season.
Rose blunt: "At the moment, we simply can't do any more"
These six defeats in six games are really hurting RB Leipzig. It is reportedly quiet in the dressing room. Those responsible are not sugarcoating anything.
Disney influencer Brown dies after allergic reaction
34-year-old Dominique Brown died after suffering an allergic reaction at an event in Los Angeles. Her death raises questions about safety at such events.
Romande Energie initiates change at the top of the Group
The energy supplier Romande Energie is forcing a change at the top of the company. Group CEO Christian Petit is relinquishing his post a few months earlier than planned. This is intended to clear the way for "new impetus".
Another round in the protracted dispute over a dismissal in Bagnes VS
The Federal Supreme Court has upheld an appeal by the former mayor and the former municipal clerk of Bagnes VS. The cantonal court must re-examine the allegations of falsification of documents and falsification of documents in office.
E-charging stations replace parking spaces - residents annoyed
They were supposed to pave the way for electromobility, but new e-charging stations are raising questions in Basel's Landauer district. Residents complain about vacancies, awkward positioning and an obstacle on the sidewalk.
Criticism from the left of the home office regulation proposal
A new proposal by a National Council committee for a new regulation on teleworking and working from home has met with majority approval. Strong criticism and rejection come from the left-wing political camp.
Council of States wants rapid introduction of digital signature collections
For the Council of States, the federal government must quickly create the legal basis for signature collections to take place via digital channels in future. On Wednesday, it adopted a motion to this effect, which will now go to the National Council.
EU plant protection takeover proposal meets with praise and criticism
Proposals by a National Council committee to adopt EU plant protection product approvals in Switzerland in principle have met with a mixed response in the consultation process. The legislative project has met with both approval and vehement rejection.
National Council waives part of the foreign aid cuts
Foreign aid funds are to be cut by CHF 170 million next year compared to the Federal Council's draft. This was decided by the National Council on Wednesday. It is thus taking a step towards the Council of States. But there is still a big difference.
Traditional pub closes for good after more than 130 years
The Pöschtli in Agasul was much more than just a pub - it was a place full of stories and feelings of home. Its closure marks the end of a chapter that has shaped the village since 1885.
Several anti-Semitic attacks in Zurich at the weekend
There have been several anti-Semitic incidents in Zurich. "Five different incidents were reported to us", said Jonathan Kreutner, Secretary General of the Swiss Federation of Jewish Communities.
Three standing initiatives submitted for Lucerne through station
The cantons of Lucerne, Obwalden and Nidwalden have submitted their demand for the early construction of an underground through station in Lucerne to the Swiss parliament. They submitted three standing initiatives to this end.
Police stop wrong-way driver on the A1 with artificial traffic jam
A 31-year-old man was driving in the wrong direction on the A1 on Tuesday. He has now lost his driving license.
Council of States opposes standardized cantonal health insurance funds
The Council of States opposes the creation of a legal basis for cantonal public health insurance funds, despite opposition from the left-wing Green Party. The canton of Geneva had called for the possibility of setting up such a fund.
National Council wants to enshrine electricity reserve in law
Switzerland should be better prepared for future energy shortages. To this end, the National Council was the first chamber to pass amendments to the Electricity Supply Act on Tuesday. These enshrine the current emergency regulations for an electricity reserve in law.
Council of States wants to ban Hezbollah as well as Hamas
In addition to the Palestinian Hamas, the Council of States also wants to ban the Shiite militia Hezbollah. It has adopted a corresponding motion from its Security Policy Committee.
Council of States approves federal law banning Hamas
The Council of States agrees with the Federal Council's proposed implementation of the ban on Hamas. It adopted a corresponding bill on Tuesday.
Restaurant advertises with outdated Gault Millau points
An anonymous tip-off brought it to light: the Strauss restaurant in Winterthur had published an outdated and incorrect Gault Millau rating on its website.
National Council wants state emergency aid for ailing steelworks
The National Council wants to provide state support for struggling steel and aluminum production companies. On Tuesday, it approved the corresponding bridging aid - by 108 votes to 84 with 3 abstentions. This was preceded by a heated debate.
Syria's head of government to refugees: "Come back!"
Following the uprising in Syria, the new head of government Mohammed al-Bashir is calling on Syrian refugees around the world to return to their homeland.
More dead after Russian missile attack in Ukraine
Following a Russian missile attack on the southern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhia, the death toll has risen to six. According to Ukrainian reports, 22 people were injured in the attack and up to five more are still believed to be under the rubble.
South Korea's ex-minister: suicide attempt in custody
South Korea's imprisoned ex-defense minister Kim Yong Hyun has attempted suicide in his prison cell. According to the Ministry of Justice, the 65-year-old, who is accused of treason, was initially in a stable state of health, as South Korea's Yonhap news agency reported.
Suspect screams in court out of hatred for the system
The murder of Brian Thompson, the head of UnitedHealthcare, raises questions about the motives of the perpetrator. Initial indications point to a protest against the US healthcare system. He makes a scene in court.
Climate change is massively affecting beech trees
Beech trees are suffering from increasingly extreme dry years. Climate change is having a massive impact on the tree, as researchers from the Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research WSL have found in a study.
Sudan remains number one on the crisis watch list in 2025
Sudan will remain at the top of the list of humanitarian crisis countries in the coming year. According to the annual "Emergency Watchlist" of 20 countries published by the aid organization International Rescue Committee (IRC), Sudan is facing the biggest humanitarian crisis of all time and the biggest displacement crisis in the world. The African country with its 50 million inhabitants is heading for a devastating humanitarian collapse in 2025.
Forced child labor on the rise according to UN report
According to the United Nations, forced labor and child smuggling have increased significantly in recent years. Boys, who often travel alone as migrants, are also increasingly among the victims, according to a UN report.
Israel warns the new rulers in Syria
While the rebels in Syria want to ensure stability with a transitional government after the fall of the long-term ruler Bashar al-Assad, Israel is issuing sharp warnings to the new rulers.
Ukraine relies on its own mass production of missiles
Ukraine is increasingly relying on long-range missiles and drones of its own production in its defense against Russia's war of aggression.
How could the Assad regime collapse so quickly?
After the fall of Assad, Syria is at a turning point. Middle East expert Bente Scheller assesses what could happen next and what impact the revolution will have on the surrounding powers.
Peru's president demands death penalty for child rape
Following the murder of an allegedly sexually abused 12-year-old girl, Peruvian President Dina Boluarte has called for the reintroduction of the death penalty for the rape of children. This was abolished in Peru in 1979.
After Israel's accusations: aid organization draws consequences
The US aid organization World Central Kitchen (WCK) reacts to accusations by Israel against its employees in the Gaza Strip and dismisses 62 employees.
Jihadists in power - the USA is maneuvering, Putin is changing the tone and Israel is creating facts
Abu Muhammad al-Julani and his Islamist HTS are the new strongmen in Damascus. The leader is on the US terror list, but that could soon change. Russia is also approaching the jihadists. Israel, however, is not.
Selenskyj: New rockets successfully tested
Ukraine is increasingly relying on long-range missiles and drones of its own production to defend itself against Russian aggression. Until now, these concepts were science fiction, "today they are reality", said President Volodymyr Zelenskyi in Kiev.
Xhaka: "Very important that we have the hunger back"
Bayer Leverkusen extend their winning streak and retain the upper hand against defensively strong Inter. Granit Xhaka and Jonathan Tah explain the reasons for the German champions' strong form.
World goalkeeper makes a terrible mistake - then his opponent follows suit
Goalkeeping spectacle in the Champions League: On Tuesday evening, there are terrific but also curious scenes in various games - goalkeepers are involved everywhere.
Mbappé worries after 50th goal in the Champions League
Kylian Mbappé scores 1:0 for Real Madrid against Atalanta Bergamo - the Frenchman's 50th goal in the Champions League. After the game, however, the worries are greater than the jubilation over the anniversary.
Fiala and the Kings on a high
The Los Angeles Kings celebrate their sixth win in a row with a 3:1 victory against the New York Islanders. Kevin Fiala scores his tenth goal of the season.
"In Switzerland, you don't flaunt what you have"
Originally from Bavaria, she has lived in Switzerland for 20 years: Simone is fighting for the final rose on the "Golden Bachelor". The 63-year-old doesn't believe in dating apps and is now hoping to find true love on TV.
Mocha Mousse is the color of the year
Colors make life more colorful. That's why Pantone always chooses a color of the year. A shade of brown was chosen for 2025 - surprised? That's why Mocha Mousse is the right choice.
Katja Krasavice criticizes politicians for their reluctance to donate
In the run-up to Christmas, Katja Krasavice expects wealthy politicians to be more generous with donations for children in need. She is very disappointed by the reluctance of some politicians to donate.
Verona Pooth on the importance of attractiveness in her marriage
Verona Pooth emphasizes the importance of being in love and being attractive in her marriage to Franjo. Without these elements, she would have ended the relationship long ago.
Swiss population has low media literacy
The Swiss population has a poor understanding of the media. A new study shows what is going wrong.
Forest fire in Malibu out of control - celebrities also flee
Another forest fire has broken out on California's Pacific coast. Numerous people have to be evacuated. Celebrities also have to leave their homes.
Global warming could accelerate according to AI forecast
Will the climate crisis hit us even faster than previously assumed? Analyses based on artificial intelligence at least suggest so.
General Motors abandons development of robotaxi business
The US automotive group General Motors has announced that it is giving up the robotaxi business of its subsidiary Cruise. The move marks a U-turn for the company and is also due to competition.
Millions of people live with genital herpes according to the WHO
According to an estimate by the World Health Organization (WHO), more than one in five people between the ages of 15 and 49 worldwide live with a genital herpes infection. That is a total of 846 million people.
Some Swiss tuna cans contain high levels of mercury
Tuna cans in Europe are consistently contaminated with mercury. In Switzerland, the quantities remain below the limit value, but this is set too high, say experts.
Authorities search Adidas headquarters
The sporting goods manufacturer Adidas is in trouble with customs. Customs and the tax office inspected the company's headquarters, among other places.
How to avoid falling for fake Christmas presents
The production of counterfeit branded goods has developed into an industry in China and Turkey with a turnover in the billions. Christmas time is also peak season for counterfeiters.
Mother sues Mattel over porn link on Barbie packaging
Toy manufacturer Mattel apologized to its customers after it accidentally printed a link to the porn site on the packaging. A lawsuit is now pending.
How much will stars earn with Christmas hits in 2024?
Christmas songs are a reliable source of income for many artists. Some hits earn their creators large sums of money every year - and some have been doing so for 50 years.
13-year-old from Frauenfeld performs on stage with Helene Fischer
13-year-old Leo Lemmerich from Frauenfeld is to sing a duet with Helene Fischer. He will perform with her in the Christmas show on December 25.
The truth about the Christmas hit "Last Christmas"
40 years ago, "Last Christmas" was released and became one of the most famous Christmas songs of all time. In a TV show, Wham! musician Andrew Ridgeley revealed how the song came about.
Baschi raves: "Beatrice Egli is at the highest level"
Baschi has an appearance in the "Beatrice Egli Show" on Saturday. The Basel native is a fan of the Swiss singer and raves: "Beatrice Egli is at the highest level."
Shirin David performs in Switzerland in 2025
This is music to the ears of Shirin David's Swiss fans: the German rapper with the hit "Bauch, Beine, Po" is coming to the Hallenstadion in Zurich with her tour in 2025.
