Engineers altered the course of a river in Geneva over the weekend.
As part of the redevelopment of La Praille-Acacias-Vernets, the Drize River’s route is now flowing through what will become the heart of the of the new region.
The Drize is the only river that rises and ends in the canton, when it flows into the Rhone.
For years it’s been hidden under roads.
When the development is finished, it will be focal point of a large green area.
Thousands mark anniversary of Hamas attack
Thousands across the country marked the anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel over the weekend.
SBB head looks at tech to help make savings
The head of Swiss Federal Railways says he’s certain the right balance can be struck that ensure the railways and helps save money.
Trams collide in Rive
Two trams collided in Rive on Saturday, causing major public transport disruption.
Festival loses money due to free beer
Organisers of the Gurten Music Festival in Bern say over generous bar tenders are threatening the future of the event.
Snus sales boosted by EU ban
Swiss retailers are benefitting from the sale of snus to shopping tourists, especially near the German border.
Muriel lay injured for more than an hour
It’s been a week since the young cyclist, Muriel Furrer, died after an accident at the Zurich Cycling World Championships.
