Dust from the Sahara Desert is now mixing with the smoke particles from the Canadian wildfires to create an orange haze in the sky over Switzerland.
The dust is also cutting back visibility in some areas.
Some measuring stations are recording particulate levels that are unhealthy, but the Federal Meteorological Office says air quality is improving.
Storms rip through central areas
A major storm yesterday afternoon around Biel in canton Bern seriously injured one person, caused thousands of francs of damage, felled trees, and led to the cancellation of an outdoor music festival.
Train to London 'non-starter', say experts
Only a few days after the train operator Eurostar announced it had plans to run a service from London to Geneva, a group of experts are already pouring cold water on the idea.
Major feminist march in Geneva
Thousands marched in Geneva on Saturday afternoon as part of the Feminist Strike.
Demands for school locker rooms redesign
School locker rooms need a design overhaul to take into account new fears of surreptitious photography, heightened self-awareness, gender diversity, as well as physical differences and disabilities.
Tenants should have EV charging available
Parliament is discussing how to get more car charging points in apartment building car parks.
Tourist Office in Lötschental pleads for visitors
The tourist office for the Lötschental Valley in canton Valais is emphasising that it is safe for visitors and it’s open for business.
