The Zurich New Year’s Eve celebration, featuring a spectacular fireworks display over Lake Zurich, begins at 2 PM with food, drinks, and activities. The fireworks, starting at midnight, are the only allowed in the area due to a strict ban…
The exhibition ‘Konsumwelten’ at the Landesmuseum Zurich delves into the transformation of shopping from a necessity to a leisure activity. It traces the historical development of consumerism, starting with the limited offerings of the 19th century, through the rise of…
On Saturday at 10:19 AM CET, winter officially begins in Switzerland as the sun reaches its southernmost point in its apparent orbit, marking the shortest day of the year. In Zurich, the day will last only 8 hours, 27 minutes,…
The Zurich Cantonal Police respond to approximately 20 domestic violence incidents daily, with nearly three-quarters of victims being women. In an effort to combat this issue, new learning programs for offenders will now be offered in English alongside existing languages….
Sanija Ameti, a politician from Zurich’s Green Liberal Party, made her first political appearance after a scandal involving shots fired at a religious image. During a city council session, she expressed gratitude for the support she received over the last…
A visitor at a café in Zurich receives an interim receipt stating, ‘This is not an invoice,’ prompting inquiries into its purpose. Experts explain that interim receipts are provided when payment methods are uncertain and cannot be used for tax…
Migros CEO Mario Irminger announced plans to open 140 new stores in the coming years, focusing on areas with significant population growth near Zurich and along Lake Geneva. He highlighted potential locations in Zurich’s agglomerations and expected an increase of…
The eviction of tenants from Zurich’s Sugus houses has sparked outrage across Switzerland, highlighting the challenges of affordable housing. Critics, including local politicians and homeowners associations, argue against the profit-driven motives of landlords. The left-wing political party, particularly the Social…
Hotel St. Gotthard, a landmark in Zurich for 135 years, has hosted numerous prominent guests and witnessed significant historical events. Founded in 1889 by Kaspar Manz, it evolved from a modest establishment into a luxurious destination, introducing innovations like running…
Residents of three central ‘Sugus’ apartment buildings in Zurich, known for their affordability, have been informed they must vacate by March 2025 due to a planned total renovation. Over 250 individuals are affected by this decision, which has caused significant…
In Schlieren, Zurich, two secondary classes have cycled through 14 different teachers since the summer break, raising concerns about continuity and stability in education. Experts indicate that while substitutions can be beneficial when well-planned, they often serve as a temporary…
The Zurich Administrative Court has annulled the regulations for a minimum wage in the cities of Zurich and Winterthur, stating they contravene cantonal law. While proposed minimum wages were permissible under federal guidelines, the court ruled that the cantonal constitution…
