Switzerland has reported its first case of a particularly serious variant of Mpox – formerly known as monkeypox.
The Federal Health Office says the patient, who has recently returned from Africa, has been isolated and there’s no threat to the population.
The WHO says the variant, known as Clade 1b, is more contagious and lethal than previous variants.
The new type has been spreading in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where fighting is hampering efforts to contain it.
Journalists risk arrest in Switzerland
Three renowned investigative journalists Cecilia Anesi, Antonio Baquero, and Frederik Obermaier are avoiding Switzerland due to fears of criminal prosecution under strict banking secrecy laws.
Switzerland will rejoin EU programmes
Switzerland will be rejoining several EU programmes following an agreement with Brussels.
Should tax payers get a rebate?
There are calls for tax payers to get a rebate after most cantons have reported a tax surplus this year.
Easter roads rush starts this weekend
This weekend marks the start of the Easter rush to the south – and major delays are expected at the Gotthard Tunnel and other routes heading south.
Léman Express could extend to Nantua
A feasibility study has been launched to examine the possibility of extending the Léman Express train to serve Bellegarde and Nantua in neighbouring France.
Govt takes gentle approach to chaos
The Federal Council is creating a special team to deal with the uncertainty coming out of the United States.
