Tensions are rising between Switzerland and Italy over water, as Lake Maggiore in Ticino approaches a historic low.
With little rain and continuing drought, Ticino is allowing less water to flow into Italy, despite calls from authorities in Piedmont for more to irrigate crops in the Po Valley.
The canton says its own water supplies are under pressure, while Bern is working on an agreement with Rome to manage shortages and prevent future conflicts.
Swiss sea link cut-off
Switzerland's main waterway link to the sea is barely navigable, with the Rhine so low near the German town of Kaub that the river is almost splitting in two.
Russia spreads lies hoping to sway vote
Swiss intelligence is warning of a targeted Russian campaign to influence the 27 September neutrality vote.
Migros recalls chicken cutlets
Migros is recalling breaded chicken cutlets sold nationwide after a labelling error left them with the wrong use-by date. The packets show 2 October, but the correct date is 28 August.
Geneva aims to attract more film and TV production
Geneva is launching a new incentive programme to attract more film and television productions to the canton.
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.
