Stories from Bern · Switzerland

Doctors in Switzerland are increasingly prescribing time in nature as a treatment for mental health issues.

The Swiss Army is testing the integration of Ricola herbal candies into its provisions. This marks a new step in testing the famous Swiss candies.

An avalanche has buried a valley in Switzerland. The extent of the damage and any potential casualties are not yet specified. The event was reported by multiple sources. A avalanche has occurred in a Swiss valley, leading to its burial. Emergency services are on the scene.

A tool on social media platforms can be used to create deepfakes and spread them directly. The distinction between real and fake content is increasingly disappearing.

The Swiss National Council has approved a motion requiring foreign e-commerce platforms like Amazon, Shein, and Temu to have a representative in Switzerland.

Switzerland has set an ambitious target to generate 35 terawatt-hours (TWh) of energy by the year 2035. Switzerland is aiming for an ambitious target of 35 terawatt-hours by 2035, with discussions ongoing regarding energy goals.

A restaurateur in Switzerland is pursuing their passion for the culinary arts, finding it a difficult but rewarding field. The appeal lies in the direct human interaction and the creative process, free from the complexities of electronics and artificial intelligence.

A Swiss train driver described the challenges of urban routes, noting the need for frequent stops and maintaining concentration while remaining relaxed. The driver explained that signals, such as a dwarf signal indicating a clear path, are used to manage train movements. The process involves ensuring safety before starting, with no stressful elements but a need for focus. The CEO of Swiss Federal Railways (SBB), Wenzel Dückow, stated late last year that night trains are a niche product and do not pay off. Parliament had previously allocated 30 million Swiss francs for night trains, which was later reduced to 10 million, with an order given to SBB to establish a night train service.

The Swiss parliament in Bern has issued a statement regarding the 'Aktion Kinder der Landstraße' (Operation Children of the Road). This follows initial apologies and compensation payments made 13 years ago.

A project called 'Hilfswerk für die Kinder der Landstraße' was used as a pretext for forced measures. Up to 2,000 children from minority groups, including Yenish and Sinti, were taken and placed in homes.