CHOwnership & classification
Founded: 2011
Ownership
SRF (Schweizer Radio und Fernsehen) is the German-language unit of the Swiss Broadcasting Corporation (SRG SSR), the public-service broadcaster founded in 1931 and headquartered in Bern. SRF itself was formed in 2011 by merging Schweizer Fernsehen and Schweizer Radio DRS. SRG SSR is a non-profit association operating under a federal licence and public mandate, not a private or state-owned company in the commercial sense.
Funding
Funded mainly by the mandatory device-independent household/business radio-and-TV media fee (about 79% of revenue, set at CHF 335 per household since 2021), with the remainder from advertising and sponsorship.
Affiliation & stance
As the public broadcaster operating under a federal mandate and financed primarily by the licence fee, SRF is editorially centrist and legally bound to impartiality; this public-service, fee-funded status makes it STATE (public broadcaster).
Editorial lean
- Our estimate
- Center
- Measured from coverage
- Centerbased on 829
81/100
Factual
77/100
Objective
1173
Articles
1151
reports
Factual: How accurately its articles report the facts, judged against primary sources and the cross-outlet consensus. Only articles that cite their sources are counted.
Objective: How neutral the writing is — whether reporting keeps the writer’s own preferences and opinions out of the article.
Recent coverage
4th round of the Super League Dream goals by Sène, Sanches and Gigovic: YB bodigt Vaduz
In the fourth round of the Swiss Super League, Young Boys (YB) defeated Vaduz 4-2 at the Wankdorf Stadium. YB took an early lead but allowed Vaduz to equalize twice. In the second half, Alvyn Sanches and Armin Gigovic scored to secure the win for YB, who climbed to the top of the table. Vaduz remains winless after four matches. The match featured standout performances, including a goal from Kaly Sène and notable contributions from Vaduz players like Milos Cocic and Juan Cabrera. YB will next face FC Basel, while Vaduz will host Grasshopper Club Zurich.
Presidential statement Elections? A tsunami that will divide the country, says Selenski
The article discusses President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s stance on holding new elections during the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. Zelenskyy has warned that conducting elections amid war would be dangerous, calling it a 'tsunami' that could split the country. This follows an unexpected call from his former Defense Minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, who urged for democratic processes through elections despite the conflict. The article notes that under martial law, which has been in effect since February 2022, elections cannot take place. It highlights logistical challenges such as voting by soldiers and refugees abroad, as well as concerns over potential Russian interference. Recent polls show only 15% of respondents support elections before the war ends, though Zelenskyy remains a strong contender if elections were held.
MTB World Cup in Les Gets strong form Free double after and also wins in cross country
Swiss cyclist Sina Frei won both the Short Track and Cross Country races at the World Cup in Les Gets, France, demonstrating her top form. She defeated reigning overall World Cup leader Jenny Rissveds of Sweden in a close finish, securing her second World Cup victory in cross country. Alessandra Keller of Switzerland finished fourth, narrowly missing the podium. The event highlighted Frei's strong performance ahead of the upcoming World Championships in Italy, where she is expected to compete as a top favorite.
Alarm app for dog owners How an app warns dog owners of danger
The article discusses the development of a mobile app called 'Schorsch' designed to warn dog owners about potential dangers in their environment. The app was created by Sebastian Waldburger, inspired by his border collie Schorsch, who has a fear of gunshots. The app alerts users to various hazards such as shooting ranges, blue algae in lakes, glass shards, poison baits, and fireworks. It functions as both a warning system and a reference guide, allowing users to report hazards and share photos. The app is available for free on Android and will soon be released for iOS devices. It relies on community contributions to maintain up-to-date information.
Mental health Perma model: five steps to resilience
The article discusses the concept of 'resilience' and introduces Martin Seligman’s PERMA model, which outlines five pillars: Positive Emotions, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, and Accomplishment. It explains how these elements contribute to psychological resilience and offers practical tips based on the model. The author, psychologist Sandra Figlioli-Hofstetter, shares personal experiences and examples from her community to illustrate how individuals can build resilience through mindset shifts and engagement. The article also acknowledges criticism of Seligman’s positive psychology approach, noting concerns that it over-simplifies human happiness and focuses too much on positivity.
War in Ukraine The women fighting the Russians
The article profiles two women fighting in the Ukrainian military during the ongoing war against Russia. 'Dozia,' a 36-year-old drone pilot, describes her role in combat and emphasizes her identification with male colleagues, stating she sees herself as 'just like everyone else.' She joined the army after witnessing the destruction of her hometown by Russian forces. Another woman, known as 'Phönix,' operates an ambulance to evacuate wounded soldiers under fire, highlighting the dangers faced by female fighters. The piece notes that while most female soldiers serve voluntarily, they are outnumbered by men and face unique challenges in a male-dominated environment.
In the novel, Stella and Esteban are outsiders because they are doing an apprenticeship
The article discusses the disparity in vocational training participation between the French-speaking regions (Romandy) and German-speaking areas of Switzerland. In Geneva, only 15 percent of young people start vocational training, while in Bern and Zurich, the figure is 70 percent. The reason cited is that many Romands are unfamiliar with the dual education system, which combines classroom learning with practical work experience. This difference highlights a cultural and educational divide known as the 'Röstigraben,' referring to the traditional division between Swiss linguistic regions. The article suggests that this gap in awareness contributes to lower participation rates in vocational training among French-speaking youth.
Voting on 27 September Is the food initiative a drinking water initiative 2.0?
The article discusses the upcoming September 27 referendum on the 'Ernährungsinitiative' (Food Supply Initiative), comparing it to the previously failed 'Trinkwasserinitiative' (Drinking Water Initiative) launched by Franziska Herren and her organization 'Sauberes Wasser für alle'. While both initiatives aim to reform agriculture, the new initiative focuses on increasing self-sufficiency through more livestock farming and less plant-based production, which appears more appealing to farmers. However, the Swiss Farmers' Association strongly opposes the initiative, arguing that reducing livestock would negatively impact their sector. The article highlights the strategic differences between the two initiatives, noting that the current one avoids direct subsidies cuts but still faces significant opposition.
The long-awaited rain Switzerland got wet
The article reports on recent rainfall across Switzerland, noting that while rain occurred over several days, the distribution was uneven. The first significant rain began on Wednesday and Thursday, with widespread rain occurring for the first time in a long period on Friday. Radar images showed the entire country under a blue rain area. However, precipitation varied significantly, with northern regions receiving between 5 and 20 mm, while southern areas experienced heavy showers of up to 100 to 200 mm. Some stations recorded nearly as much rain as typical for an entire month of August. Readers shared photos of the rain, including a rainbow in Beinwil am See and dramatic cloud formations in Stäfa.
Penalty scene at FCZ CB FCB And once again the hand rule is heating up the spirits
In einer Fußballpartie zwischen FCZ und FCB (1:2 für Basel) entstand Streit um eine Penaltyszene, die vom Schiedsrichter Anojen Kanagasingam nach Beratung mit VAR entschieden wurde. Der FCZ-Trainer Marcel Koller äußerte Verwirrung über die Anwendung der 'Hands-Regel', wonach ein Handspiel nur strafbar ist, wenn der Ball nicht von einem Teamkameraden gespielt wurde. Koller bekannte, die Regel nicht zu kennen, während Kanagasingam erklärte, dass er zunächst glaubte, der Ball sei von einem Züricher Spieler gespielt worden, was ihm die Entscheidung für Penalty rechtfertigte. Nach Überprüfung durch VAR wurde die Entscheidung jedoch zurückgenommen, da der Ball tatsächlich von einem Verteidiger gespielt wurde. SRF-Experte Fabian Frei kritisierte die Regel als unklar und befürchtete, dass sie Fehler belohne. Die Debatte zeigt, dass die Interpretation der Hands-Regel weiterhin kontrovers bleibt.
War in the Middle East Escalation of violence in the occupied West Bank
The news report covers escalating violence in the occupied West Bank, including a Palestinian killed and a youth injured near Jenin, while settlers continue blocking homes in Kusra and food shortages persist. The U.S. Navy ship 'USS Abraham Lincoln' has been deployed in the Middle East since January but is being replaced due to reported issues onboard. President Trump threatens Iran with an unprecedented economic war, while Iranian media remains unaffected, and China warns of new sanctions. Additional reports are available on the overview page for the Middle East conflict. Other topics include Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon, Turkey issuing an international arrest warrant against Netanyahu, Iran’s president calling for ending the war from a position of strength, concerns over Israeli settlement plans, reduced Iranian oil supplies to China, and new U.S. military presence.
Wildes 2-1 in the final round Thanks to Joker Shaqiri, Witcher Salvi and VAR: Basel wins in the classic
In a highly emotional match at Letzigrund during the fourth round of the Swiss Super League, FC Basel defeated FC Zurich 2:1. Philippe Kény scored early for Zurich, but Basel equalized through Kazeem Olaigbe in the second half. The decisive moment came late in stoppage time after a controversial penalty decision involving VAR, which led to Zan Celar scoring the winning goal. Despite multiple attempts by Zurich in the final minutes, including a missed shot by Umeh Emmanuel and a last-minute save by Mirko Salvi, Basel secured their victory. This win marked Basel’s sixth consecutive victory against Zurich. Meanwhile, Luzern celebrated their first league win of the season with a 1:0 victory over Lausanne.
Bayern Munich are once again too strong for BVB and win the Supercup
The article reports that Bayern Munich defeated Borussia Dortmund in the Supercup, highlighting Bayern's continued dominance over their rivals. The headline suggests that Bayern Munich's strength was once again decisive in securing victory. The article emphasizes the competitive nature between the two clubs but does not provide detailed match highlights or specific player performances. It appears to focus on the outcome rather than offering in-depth analysis or contextual background.