A postal worker in Basel has been convicted of stealing more than CHF 100,000 from the mail, to finance his gambling addiction.
A court heard he opened more than 120 letters containing valuables.
He’s also been ordered to pay damages to several companies.
He's been given a suspended 14 month prison sentence and has to undergo therapy for his addiction.
Judges say the sentence is relatively light as he confessed and cooperated with authorities.
Road vote splits politicians
The upcoming vote on widening autoroutes is causing a split within the State Councils around the lake.
Switzerland gives mine-clearers to Ukraine
Switzerland is supplying Ukraine with three Swiss made mine-clearing machines.
Major march in Geneva tomorrow
Traffic and public transport will be disrupted tomorrow due to a major march through the centre of Geneva.
Uber starts teen service
The ride hailing firm Uber has launched a service specifically designed for teens – those over 13.
Natural History Museum reopening delayed
The re-opening of the Natural History Museum will be delayed – for about a year.
Zoo visitors startled by free snake
A couple of visitors at Zurich Zoo had a shock at the vivarium as they came across a snake that seemed to be slithering free.
