Before megalodon, researchers say a monstrous shark ruled ancient Australian seas In the age of dinosaurs — before whales, great whites or the bus-sized megalodon — a monstrous shark prowled the waters off what's now northern Australia, among the sea monsters of the Cretaceous period.
Study finds humans were making fire 400,000 years ago, far earlier than once thought ​​​​​​​Scientists in Britain say ancient humans may have learned to make fire far earlier than previously believed, after uncovering evidence that deliberate fire-setting took place in what is now eastern England around 400,000 years ago.
16,000 fossil footprints in central Bolivia reveal dinosaur behavior Legend once had it that the huge, three-toed footprints scattered across the central highlands of Bolivia came from supernaturally strong monsters — capable of sinking their claws even into solid stone.
Deadly Asian floods are no fluke. They're a climate warning, scientists say Southeast Asia is being pummeled by unusually severe floods this year, as late-arriving storms and relentless rains wreak havoc that has caught many places off guard.
Scientists capture the crackling sounds of what they believe is lightning on Mars The crackling of electrical discharges was captured by a microphone on the rover, a French-led team reported Wednesday.
NASA unveils close-up pictures of the comet popping by from another star NASA unveiled close-up pictures on Wednesday of the interstellar comet that’s making a quick one-and-done tour of the solar system.
Japan successfully launches new cargo spacecraft to deliver supplies to International Space Station Japan's space agency successfully launched Sunday its most powerful flagship H3 rocket, carrying a newly developed unmanned cargo spacecraft for its first mission to deliver supplies to the International Space Station.
The Nobel Prize in medicine goes to 3 scientists for key immune system discoveries Three scientists won the Nobel Prize in medicine Monday for discoveries about how the immune system knows to attack germs and not our own bodies.
New findings by NASA Mars rover provide strongest hints yet of potential signs of ancient life On Earth, microorganisms commonly interact with minerals in Antarctic lakes.
Asia will get a prime view of this weekend's total lunar eclipse The year’s second total lunar eclipse is coming up fast, and this time Asia will have the best seats in the cosmos.
Hijacked satellites and orbiting space weapons: In the 21st century, space is the new battlefield As Russia held its Victory Day parade this year, hackers backing the Kremlin hijacked an orbiting satellite that provides television service to Ukraine.
Ben Deighton shares science storytelling tips in webinar for South Asian participants The Nepal Forum of Science Journalists (NFSJ) hosted an online session on Friday for aspiring journalists, students, researchers, and academicians as part of its Science Journalism Program for Beginners.
Astronauts return to Earth with SpaceX after 5 months at the International Space Station Their SpaceX capsule parachuted into the Pacific off the Southern California coast a day after departing the orbiting lab.
Scientists say they have solved the mystery of what killed more than 5 billion sea stars Scientists may also test if some populations have natural immunity, and if treatments like probiotics may help boost immunity to the disease.
Opinion Political romanticism: Pre-election pantomime at its peak The upcoming election set on the spirit of the violent Gen-Z movement is less than one month away. The political parties and their candidates have reverted to their voters with their agenda and are convincing the people to vote in their favour.
Nepal Three youths from Khotang dead, one missing in coal mine blast in India's Meghalaya Three youths from a same village in Khotang district died and next one is still missing after an explosion at an illegally-run coal mine in Meghalaya, India. It is said that a Nepali from Khotang district is missing and two others were critically injured in the coal mine blast.
Environment Light rain, snow likely in high hills; Fog to linger in Terai Cloudy weather is expected to prevail across the hilly and Himalayan regions of the country, with a chance of light rain or snowfall at one or two places in the high hills and mountainous areas of Koshi, Gandaki and Karnali provinces over the next 24 hours, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM).
Sports Haaland seals dramatic 2-1 win for Man City at Liverpool to boost Premier League title challenge Erling Haaland kept Manchester City's Premier League title hopes alive with a dramatic late penalty at Liverpool.
Entertainment Nepathya's full-house Butwal concert leaves fans spellbound This marked the band’s second concert on the first leg of their nationwide tour.
World US gave Ukraine and Russia a June deadline to reach agreement to end war, Zelenskyy says If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, he added.
Sports Man United wins again to make it four in a row for Carrick, Arsenal extends lead to 9 points Arsenal’s title charge looks in good shape after sweeping aside Sunderland.
Nepal Political stability vital for sustainable development and social justice: President Paudel President Ramchandra Paudel has said that political stability is essential for sustainable development, prosperity and social justice.
Kathmandu Over 10.9 million ballot papers printed for HoR FPTP elections: EC Printing of FPTP ballot papers began on January 6.
Sports T20 World Cup: Cardiac Kids suffer four-run defeat to England Chasing a competitive target of 185, Nepal fell agonisingly short at the packed Wankhede Stadium, missing victory by just four runs against the former world champions.
Health Health Minister Gautam inspects key medical institutions in Sudurpaschim Minister for Health and Population Dr Sudha Sharma has conducted special monitoring and inspection of major health institutions in Sudurpaschim Province, including Shaheed Dasharath Chand University of Health Sciences, Geta Medical College, and Seti Provincial Hospital in Kailali.
Sports Pakistan–Nepal Friendship T20 Cricket Tournament 2026 begins in Kathmandu The 11th edition of the Pakistan–Nepal Friendship T20 Cricket Tournament 2026 was inaugurated on Friday by the Ambassador of Pakistan to Nepal, Abrar H. Hashmi, marking the start of a week-long sporting event aimed at strengthening people-to-people ties between the two countries.
