Stories from Zurich · Switzerland

An Airbus A330 aircraft reported a successful smoke reset after takeoff, but the SDCU main status and smoke caution remained active on the FAP. The fuel indication was back to normal.

An Airbus A320neo aircraft experienced a toilet malfunction, but it has since been unclogged and all lavatories are now operating again. The message was transmitted via ACARS.

The Hohlstrasse branch of the Kantonsschule Wiedikon in Zurich is seeking to become an independent school, the Kantonsschule Aussersihl. A proposal has been submitted to the cantonal council.

Chief Physician Francesco Maesano in Zurich developed a 'Cardio Band' implant for patients with a leaky mitral valve. The minimally invasive procedure aims to seal the heart valve. The university later established a helpline for affected patients.

A local earthquake event is taking place, which a Swiss broadcaster described as 'quite amazing' and stated they are 'quite proud' of. The team is still working on the final step but has gained knowledge about the experimental setup, expecting success with adjustments.

USZ Director Monika Jänicke publicly thanked former surgeon André Plass, identifying him as a whistleblower. Plass had internally denounced grievances at the institution in late 2019, which later became public.

A former clinic director is at the center of an incident that was described as 'avoidable.' The source did not provide further details about the nature of the incident or the identity of the individual.

A current report indicates an excess mortality rate of up to 74 percent during heart surgeon Francesco Maisano's leadership at the University Hospital Zurich, which is considered one of Switzerland's largest medical scandals.

Police officers in steel helmets and carrying carbines flanked the side of a theater in Zurich on Monday. Police vans were parked in front of the venue, which was hosting a public performance of "Professor Mannheim." A spacious guest vehicle was also present at the scene.

Swiss International Air Lines is seeing approximately 140 cabin crew members leave the company in exchange for a bonus. A representative, Veilinger, addressed the current kerosene crisis, stating the summer flight schedule should remain stable.