‘Doomsday vault’ in Switzerland stores human poop to protect microbes for 100 years

A team of scientists in Switzerland is collecting and deep-freezing human poop in what they call a “doomsday” vault. The goal is to protect the invisible microbial world inside us for future generations. More than 1,000 fecal samples are already frozen at …

Evangelical churches in Switzerland defy national decline in faith: report

Unsplash/Ari DinarEvangelical Christians in Switzerland are defying the nationwide decline in religious belief and practice, standing out for their commitment to regular worship, prayer and spiritual engagement, according to newly released government …

We went to a supermarket in Switzerland and were shocked by the prices

British families are feeling the pinch with supermarket prices climbing, making the weekly food shop increasingly costly, yet we persevere and continue purchasing our essential groceries. When venturing abroad, it's a natural instinct to compare the …

Gender wage gap persists in Switzerland

Women demanded pay equality during strikes in Switzerland Keystone / Martial Trezzini Listen to the article Listening the article Toggle language selector Select your language Close English (US) English (British) Generated with artificial intelligence. …

Switzerland expects second hottest June on record

Switzerland is sweltering under a heatwave, with MétéoSuisse forecasting the second-hottest June since records began. © Rafael Ben Ari | Dreamstime.com Temperatures reached between 32°C and 35°C across the lowlands on Wednesday, prompting a level-two heat …

Decline in faith and religious practice continues in Switzerland

Data published this week by the Federal Statistical Office (FSO), show fewer people in Switzerland believe in God, and even fewer participate in organised religion. Secularisation continues to reshape Swiss society, with declining affiliation, attendance, …

High fire risk in some parts of Switzerland

Switzerland faces rising wildfire risk and authorities are restricting water use as drought grips parts of the country, reported the Natural Hazards Portal. Fire Danger © Oksana Vinopalova | Dreamstime.com Several regions in Switzerland have raised their …

'I visited supermarket in Switzerland and price of goods left me gobsmacked'

Rahima Miah Social News Reporter 13:12, 27 Jun 2025 We’re all used to rising prices in British supermarkets, with weekly food shops getting more expensive, but we accept it and keep buying what we need. When travelling abroad, it’s natural to compare local …

Where to buy England Euro 2025 Nike kit reigning champs Lionesses to wear in Switzerland

The Lionesses of England are set to kick off their Euro 2025 journey squaring off against France next month - and the nation's heroes will definitely look the part. Supporters can gear up for the tournament's launch by snapping up the fresh Nike …

Việt Nam, Switzerland forge stronger education ties