Geneva Airport is at the heart of a multi-billion-franc takeover battle for EasyJet.
The airline's Geneva base is its most profitable, making it a prized asset as U.S. investment fund Castlelake pursues a deal worth around CHF 5.5bn.
Geneva-based shipping giant MSC has also been linked to the takeover, although it has declined to comment.
Aviation experts say Geneva's operations are unlikely to be affected, regardless of who ultimately takes control.
Emergency heat plans in effect from today
Geneva is reactivating its heatwave plan from today as another spell of high temperatures is forecast to last until at least next Monday.
Air conditioners run out
Retailers are warning of a nationwide shortage of air conditioners and fans, as households race to buy cooling gear before the next heatwave.
More kids suffer from abuse
A record number of children were treated for abuse last year, according to figures released by the Swiss Society of Paediatrics.
5 charged after Alain Prost robbery
French investigators have charged five people over the violent home robbery of Formula One champion Alain Prost at his Nyon villa in May.
Job hunter docked benefit for volunteering
A Vaud jobseeker who volunteered at the Caribana festival last month has been docked CHF 660.- in unemployment benefits, after his fund ruled the work did not count as real volunteering.
Florists report higher funeral sales
Switzerland is emerging as one of the countries hardest hit by the June heatwave.
