A group of teenagers are being criticised after they took a daring climb across the Rhine Falls near Schaffhausen.
Because of the drought, the falls are much lower at the moment – which has exposed rocks that are normally under water.
But even flowing at half its normal capacity at this time of year, commentators point out still 300,000 litres pass every second.
Police shouted at the adventurous teens – but no arrests were made and there was no need of a rescue operation.
Black Friday sales disappoint
Black Friday sales have been a disappointment – but sales during the week were up.
Inflation up, slightly.
Swiss inflation rose less than expected in November, raising hopes of an interest rate cut by the Swiss National Bank next week.
Shops will not open on 22nd December
Geneva shops will not be open on Sunday 22nd December.
Woman hit by tram dies
The woman hit by a tram in Servette on Monday evening has died.
Project to help elderly fraud victims
A pilot project has been launched in Neuchâtel to help elderly victims of fraud.
Escalade Races this weekend - with a Green twist
The Escalade races are on in Geneva this weekend. Organisers hope a slightly modified schedule will mean a more relaxed and better spread-out weekend – and new rules will also make it more environmentally friendly.
