Two died in the canton of Zug within two hours on Saturday; a man’s body was found in a bathing establishment in Oberägeri and a woman was found in Lake Zug.
According to police, there was no sign that any third parties were involved.
Also, a 15-year-old boy died in the Limmat river in canton Zurich. He had been missing since Saturday evening, after jumping into the water and not resurfacing.
Bern looks at massive budget cuts
The Confederation is looking to cut CHF 5bn from the national budget in the next five years.
Geneva council demands help for TdG
The Geneva City Council have passed a motion demanding the media group Tamedia reverse a decision to sack nearly 300 workers and close two printing works.
Mental health needs to be taken seriously
The impact on mental health needs to be taken into account in the event of another pandemic.
Storms will cost Valais millions
The damage caused by the summer storms that hit canton Valais will cost CHF 125m.
Electricity prices to fall
Electric bills are set to come down by about 10% next year – that’s an average cut of CHF 140 per household.
Pools to open longer - thanks to climate change
Local authorities across French speaking Switzerland are adapting to climate change – and extending the times the swimming pools are open.
