Man Fined 1,400 Swiss Francs for Insulting Bern Police
A 20-year-old man in Bern must pay 1,400 Swiss francs for insulting police officers and fleeing an identity check. He was convicted of insulting officials and obstructing an official act.
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Bern's Kleine Schanze Park Reopens After Renovation
Bern's Kleine Schanze park has fully reopened after renovations, offering improved accessibility, more shade, and a renewed café. New sustainable water systems save nearly 100,000 cubic meters of drin
Bern Students Create Chalk Flower Garden for Meret Oppenheim
Around 1,000 students from NMS Bern transformed Waisenhausplatz into a colorful chalk flower garden, honoring the 40th anniversary of artist Meret Oppenheim's death and fulfilling her wish for her fou
Man Attacks Police After Restaurant Bill Evasion in Bern
A 46-year-old German man received a suspended sentence and fine after evading a 70 franc restaurant bill in Bern. He attacked police officers and caused damage at the police station during his arrest,
Wittigkofen Meeting Point Becomes Interfaith Hub
A new agreement will transform Bern's Treffpunkt Wittigkofen into a shared Christian-Muslim community center by 2026, fostering interreligious dialogue and highlighting the city's religious diversity.
Empathy-Driven Leadership in Modern Workplaces
Actress Fabienne Hadorn discusses empathetic leadership, drawing parallels between theater and business. Her new play, "Boss/y Helvetia," explores power distribution and human-centric workplaces, advo
Bern's Sichlete Festival Connects City and Country
Bern's annual Sichlete festival transformed Bundesplatz into a market, connecting city residents with rural traditions and local farmers. The event featured a cow procession and promoted regional prod
Mittelhäusern Project Aims for 100% Renewable Energy
Köniz municipality's Mittelhäusern project aims for 100% renewable energy using local solar power and battery storage. This research initiative serves as a model for Switzerland, involving public and
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University of Bern Establishes Italian Legal Language Institute
The University of Bern has opened the first academic institute for Italian legal language, led by Professor Iole Fargnoli, to promote Italian in legal contexts and research its unique role in multilin
Man Sentenced for Swiss Dental Clinic Burglaries
A Serbian man received a 3-year, 9-month prison sentence and 12-year expulsion for eleven burglaries, mainly targeting Swiss dental clinics. The court found him guilty of commercial theft, property da
SRF Bern Studio Integrates with Zurich Newsroom
SRF is merging its Bern studio's audio and digital editorial operations with the Zurich newsroom, dissolving independent program teams like "Echo der Zeit" to adapt to digital media habits. Staff expr
Swiss Army Gastrointestinal Illness Stabilizes Near Bern
Thirty Swiss Army personnel in a refresher course near Bern experienced gastrointestinal issues. The situation has stabilized, and no severe cases were reported. The cause remains unknown.
Bern Public Pools See Record Attendance
Bern's public outdoor pools welcomed nearly 1.8 million visitors in summer 2025, setting a new record. This 11% increase occurred despite the Ka-We-De facility being closed for renovations, with Marzi
Bern Canton Authorizes Lynx Shoot in Kandertal
Bern Canton has authorized the shooting of a lynx in Kandertal after it repeatedly attacked livestock. The decision, approved by the Federal Office for the Environment, takes effect Wednesday.
Man Must Repay Welfare After Inheriting Property
A man must repay 52,000 francs in social welfare after inheriting and selling property. The Bern Administrative Court rejected his hardship appeal, stating the repayment is reasonable.
Swiss Parliament Concludes Autumn Session Debates
The Swiss Federal Assembly concluded its Autumn Session 2025, rejecting the 'marriage penalty' initiative and an additional billion francs for the army. Lawmakers also advanced AI regulation and appro
Lenka Kölliker Resigns from Worb Municipal Council
Lenka Kölliker resigns from Worb Municipal Council to become co-president of the 'Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Switzerland 2038' association. Elena Lanfranconi will succeed her.
Bern Canton to Vote on Rent Initiative
Bern Canton residents will vote on a rent initiative requiring landlords to disclose previous rent prices during tenant changes, active only during housing shortages below 1.5% vacancy. Supporters aim
Gotthard Tunnel Delay: Experts Criticize Astra
The second Gotthard road tunnel tube faces significant delays, with experts criticizing Astra for construction issues. Geological problems halted the boring machine, leading to method changes, increas
National Council Considers Advisor Access Rules
The Swiss National Council is debating new rules for chamber access, aiming to allow parliamentary group secretaries inside. This change seeks to balance the current situation where federal councillor
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