The violent storms on Monday night have claimed a life. A woman was driving in Meikirch near Bern when a tree was blown down onto her car.
She died shortly after the arrival of the emergency services.
Police are investigating, but locals say the tree was a beech tree around 80-years-old – and seemed healthy.
Govt outlines tax rises and cuts
The government has outlined how it will raise additional revenue and cut spending.
Hotel des Bergues damaged by fire
The luxury Hotel des Bergues in Geneva has been damaged after a fire broke out last night.
Govt set to ban international adoptions
The federal government looks set to ban international adoptions as it says the risk of abuse is too great.
Environmental vote set to fail
The upcoming vote on environmental responsibility looks set to fail – badly.
Restaurant owner accused of arson
A restaurant owner in Vaud has been arrested for arson after it burnt down.
Zurich sends old garbage trucks to Kosovo
After a heated debate, Zurich City has agreed to send its old garbage collection trucks to Kosovo. The city is changing to emissions free vehicles.
