A man has died in canton Solothurn while trying to free his model aircraft that had got caught on a powerline.
Police say the 61-year-old was trying to dislodge the plane using a metal rod in Gretzenbach.
Initial investigations suggest the man was electrocuted when the pole touched a cable.
Fire victims couldn't escape due to blocked exit
New CCTV analysis has revealed further critical and tragic details in the New Year’s Eve fire at the Constellation bar in Crans-Montana that killed 41 people.
Burning bible damages church
A fire broke out inside a church in Le Sentier in canton Vaud, with a suspect now identified.
Vaud police warn of noisy cars
Police in Canton Vaud say they will step up road checks this spring to tackle noisy and dangerous driving.
Geneva lays out spring city walks
The City of Geneva is launching a new series of guided walks to help residents rediscover their surroundings.
New park for Geneva
Geneva’s getting a new park.
Praise for Paléo 2026 lineup
The line up for this year’s Paleo Festival has been released - and critics say it's one of the best for years.
