Lake Geneva is being taken over by an explosion of aquatic plants this summer.
The harmless macrophytes thrive in warm, sunny conditions and exceptionally clear water — but they're causing problems for swimmers and boats.
Authorities are using a new weed cutter to clear them.
The plants can grow back within just three days, although they're already starting to turn brown as autumn approaches.
More jihadist cases reach court
Switzerland's federal prosecutor is running 140 investigations into suspected jihadist terrorism — the highest figure ever recorded.
Geneva activates heat alerts - again
Geneva has reactivated its extreme heat plan as scorching temperatures return.
Be careful watching eclipse
With tomorrow’s partial solar eclipse, safety experts are urging observers to wear only certified eclipse glasses — and to leave the photography to professionals.
Many hikers need rescuing
Nearly 4,000 people needed help in the mountains last year — a record.
'On the Water Festival' great success
Nearly 3,000 people took to Lake Geneva on Saturday for the second edition of the ‘On The Water Geneva Festival’ — dancing from their boats to music blasted out in 360 degrees from a floating barge.
Nearly a million for Zurich parade
Around 900,000 dance music fans turned out for Zurich’s 33rd Street Parade on Saturday — despite the heat.
