Geneva is one of the most congested cities in the world, joining the ranks of cities like London, Dublin, Toronto and Lima.
It’s at 22nd in the world index created by the SatNav company Tom Tom. Zurich is not far behind at 28th.
The measurements are made by timing how long it takes a car to travel 10 km. In Geneva its just over 24 minutes, Zurich is a minute faster.
The worst city in the world is London where it takes over 37 minutes to travel the same distance.
Yoko Ono wins watch case
A Patek Phillipe watch that Yoko Ono gave to John Lennon two months before his death belongs to her. That’s a ruling from the Federal Court.
Warning about weather scam
Yet another warning about a scam – this one involved the weather.
Swiss wine won't follow EU rules
The government has decided that Swiss wine growers don’t have to follow new EU regulations on labelling information if the wine is only to be sold domestically.
New mega development for Valais
Plans for a CHF 100m development in canton Valais have been unveiled.
Autoroute and health reform lose support
Public opinion seems to be moving away from expanding the autoroute network.
Frontalier unemployment talks end this week
Negotiations with France on frontalier unemployment payments are due to conclude at the end of the week.
