Switzerland: Ban on face coverings in public
The narrow referendum result will see niqabs, burqas, ski masks and bandannas banned.
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Covid-19: WHO blasts vaccine profits and priorities
Director-General claims vaccine makers targeting locations where 'profits are highest'.
Forty million virus cases with no end in sight
Experts say the milestone is just the tip of the iceberg with the actual total far higher.
Yodellers blamed for worst Covid supercluster in Europe
Masks weren't compulsory at a Swiss yodel 'musical' that sparked a surge in Covid cases.
Kiwi wine reviewer dies from Covid-19 in Switzerland
Tributes pour in from across globe after Covid claims Kiwi wine writer based in Lavaux.
Europe's new lockdown - country by country
European governments are scrambling to prevent another round of complete shutdowns.
'It was great': Three-year-old youngest climber to summit Alp
And we thought a family ski trip was brave.
Twins plead with PM in heartfelt letters: Please let our dad in the country
If Hollywood stars can enter NZ, why can't our dad: Kiwi twins beg Jacinda Ardern.
An 8yo tried to pay with toy money. It's now on a Swiss police file
New York Times: The incident will be on police records until at least 2025.
How NZ's Covid-19 death rate stacks up versus the world
Australia and NZ have the lowest Covid death rates in the OECD.
Revealed: The millionaire suing Prince Andrew and Fergie over luxury Swiss chalet
The socialite is taking legal action over missed payments from the royal couple.
Softly, softly... How countries across the world are loosening the lockdown
The WHO has urged 'extreme caution' but there are signs of a slow return to normality.
How the world prepares to exit Covid-19 lockdowns
Some countries have announced social distancing measures may be relaxed in coming weeks.
Luxury Swiss hotel's creative response to pandemic advice
Travellers are advised to stay where they are, which means hotels are getting creative.
Coronavirus clampdown: EU to seal borders for a month
The move is to slow the spread of Covid-19.
It's among the world's hardest sled runs. Why weren't women allowed to use it?
New York Times: Until recently women were barred from using this skeleton run.
But could you eat it twice? In Zurich, you can
Food writer Anna King-Shahab tries Zurich's most famous dish for lunch... and dinner.
Lost, lonely feelings: Wandering minstrel Delaney Davidson's life on the road
Former NZ Arts Foundation Laureate recounts his best - and worst - travel memories.
From Wellington to the world: Mark Hadlow
The Hobbit premieres around the world were some of this actor's most memorable trips.
Fears for skiers as avalanche hits Swiss trail
Police and rescuers search snowslide after witnesses say more people might be buried.
Police seize $17m in alleged bribery scandal
Millions shifted from Bahamas to NZ bank account following bribery scandal.
Swiss to vote on setting climate goals in constitution
Switzerland's famous Alpine glaciers are severely threatened by global warming.
Rail: Glacial pace aboard Switzerland's amazing luxury train
Juliet Rix experiences Excellence Class on Switzerland's Glacier Express
Vertical landscape: Hiking in the Swiss cliffs
Every spring, 200 men, women and children would work to repair and clean the bisse.
Kiwi wingsuiter's Mum pays tribute to him, a year after fatal jump
'If you are not living on the edge, you are taking up too much room.'
Supercars taken from African leader's son auctioned for $43m
Lamborghini Veneno roadster sold for $13.3m had only done 325km.
Obituary: A farewell to motorcycle legend Rod Coleman
The first Kiwi to win at the Isle of Man, and a national and international champion.
Matterhorn peak in peril as climate change defaces Alps
Hold on to your Toblerone, the Matterhorn is at dire risk from rising temperatures.
Expert: 'Antidepressants are not the silver bullet'
Antidepressants should only be given as a second line of treatment, expert says.
Tiny dictator: Baby Kim's shocking rise to tyrant
Revelations of the North Korean leader as a child in new biography by Kiwi journalist.
NZ's healthcare system ranked 18th globally
New Zealand's healthcare system ranked 18th place jointly with the UK.
Flying VIP: What's on the menu of a private jet?
You might be surprised at what gets plated up in the skies onboard a private jet.
Quest to track source of the mighty Rhine
It's a solitary quest, but Walter Nicklin embodies the Wagnerian search for the source.
Woman's costly travel mistake saw her arrested on arrival
A woman wants the airline to help cover the costs of her $4500 European travel disaster.