Actor Will Smith pays for July 4 fireworks in New Orleans Actor Will Smith pays for July 4 fireworks in New Orleans Fireworks are returning to New Orleans on Independence Day thanks to actor Will Smith. Fireworks are returning to New Orleans on Independence Day thanks to actor Will Smith. Entertainment 05 Jul, 2021
Cardi B, Queen Latifah, Lil Nas X shine at BET Awards Cardi B, Queen Latifah, Lil Nas X shine at BET Awards Cardi B's “WAP” had new meaning at the BET Awards: winning and pregnant. Cardi B's “WAP” had new meaning at the BET Awards: winning and pregnant. Entertainment 28 Jun, 2021
Elton John adds dates to final tour, including stadium shows Elton John adds dates to final tour, including stadium shows Elton John adds dates to final tour, including stadium shows Elton John adds dates to final tour, including stadium shows Entertainment 23 Jun, 2021
Angelina Jolie visits Burkina Faso as UN Special Envoy Angelina Jolie visits Burkina Faso as UN Special Envoy Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie has visited war-weakened Burkina Faso to show solidarity with people who continue to welcome the displaced, despite grappling with their own insecurity, and said the world isn’t doing enough to help. Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie has visited war-weakened Burkina Faso to show solidarity with people who continue to welcome the displaced, despite grappling with their own insecurity, and said the world isn’t doing enough to help. Entertainment 22 Jun, 2021
Jane Austen family link to abolition movement comes to light Jane Austen family link to abolition movement comes to light While Jane Austen admirers savor the wit and romance of “Pride and Prejudice” and her other enduring novels, scholars ferret out details of Austen’s life and times, including a family link to slavery that surfaced 50 years ago. While Jane Austen admirers savor the wit and romance of “Pride and Prejudice” and her other enduring novels, scholars ferret out details of Austen’s life and times, including a family link to slavery that surfaced 50 years ago. Entertainment 15 Jun, 2021
Meghan and Harry name baby daughter after Queen Elizabeth and Diana Meghan and Harry name baby daughter after Queen Elizabeth and Diana Meghan, Britain’s Duchess of Sussex, has given birth to her second child, a girl, whom she and husband Prince Harry have named after Queen Elizabeth and his late mother Princess Diana. Meghan, Britain’s Duchess of Sussex, has given birth to her second child, a girl, whom she and husband Prince Harry have named after Queen Elizabeth and his late mother Princess Diana. Entertainment 07 Jun, 2021
Ex-'Tarzan' actor among 7 plane crash victims in Tennessee Ex-'Tarzan' actor among 7 plane crash victims in Tennessee Investigators on Sunday continued searching for the bodies of seven people believed killed in the crash a day earlier of a small jet into a Tennessee lake, including an actor who portrayed Tarzan in a 1990s television series. Investigators on Sunday continued searching for the bodies of seven people believed killed in the crash a day earlier of a small jet into a Tennessee lake, including an actor who portrayed Tarzan in a 1990s television series. Entertainment 31 May, 2021
Boris Johnson, fiancée Carrie Symonds wed in London Boris Johnson, fiancée Carrie Symonds wed in London British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and his fiancée Carrie Symonds married Saturday in a small private ceremony in London, UK newspapers reported. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and his fiancée Carrie Symonds married Saturday in a small private ceremony in London, UK newspapers reported. Entertainment 30 May, 2021
Oprah and CNN: AT&T is merging media business with Discovery Oprah and CNN: AT&T is merging media business with Discovery The merger of Discovery and AT&T's WarnerMedia operations, marrying the likes of HBO and CNN with HGTV and Oprah Winfrey, is another illustration of the head-spinning speed in which streaming has transformed the media world. The merger of Discovery and AT&T's WarnerMedia operations, marrying the likes of HBO and CNN with HGTV and Oprah Winfrey, is another illustration of the head-spinning speed in which streaming has transformed the media world. Entertainment 18 May, 2021
Andrea Meza of Mexico crowned 69th Miss Universe Andrea Meza of Mexico crowned 69th Miss Universe Meza, who has a software engineering degree, beat out out Miss Brazil at the end of the night, screaming Sunday when the announcer shouted “Viva Mexico!” Meza, who has a software engineering degree, beat out out Miss Brazil at the end of the night, screaming Sunday when the announcer shouted “Viva Mexico!” Entertainment 17 May, 2021
Dibesh Pokharel's new track 'Save Me Now' soars to top 5 on iTunes rock chart Dibesh Pokharel's new track 'Save Me Now' soars to top 5 on iTunes rock chart Dibesh Pokharel, 23, popularly known as Arthur Gunn to the world, dropped his new song ' Save Me Now' on May 14 - Dibesh Pokharel, 23, popularly known as Arthur Gunn to the world, dropped his new song ' Save Me Now' on May 14 - Entertainment 15 May, 2021
'Friends' reunion to air May 27, with slew of celebrity guests 'Friends' reunion to air May 27, with slew of celebrity guests The long-awaited "Friends" cast reunion will be broadcast on May 27 and will feature a slew of celebrity guests including Justin Bieber, Lady Gaga, and K-Pop band BTS, streaming service HB0 Max said on Thursday. The long-awaited "Friends" cast reunion will be broadcast on May 27 and will feature a slew of celebrity guests including Justin Bieber, Lady Gaga, and K-Pop band BTS, streaming service HB0 Max said on Thursday. Entertainment 14 May, 2021
Amid outcry, NBC says it will not air Golden Globes in 2022 Amid outcry, NBC says it will not air Golden Globes in 2022 Amid growing pressure on the Hollywood Foreign Press Association from studios, stars and large swaths of the film industry, NBC said Monday that will not air the Golden Globes in 2022, putting in doubt the viability of one of Hollywood's oldest and most-watched award shows. Amid growing pressure on the Hollywood Foreign Press Association from studios, stars and large swaths of the film industry, NBC said Monday that will not air the Golden Globes in 2022, putting in doubt the viability of one of Hollywood's oldest and most-watched award shows. Entertainment 11 May, 2021
Lloyd Price, singer and early rock influence, dies at 88 Lloyd Price, singer and early rock influence, dies at 88 Singer-songwriter Lloyd Price, an early rock ’n roll star and enduring maverick whose hits included such up-tempo favorites as “Lawdy Miss Clawdy,” “Personality” and the semi-forbidden “Stagger Lee,” has died. He was 88. Singer-songwriter Lloyd Price, an early rock ’n roll star and enduring maverick whose hits included such up-tempo favorites as “Lawdy Miss Clawdy,” “Personality” and the semi-forbidden “Stagger Lee,” has died. He was 88. Entertainment 09 May, 2021
Bill and Melinda Gates announce they are getting divorced Bill and Melinda Gates announce they are getting divorced Bill and Melinda Gates said Monday that they are divorcing but would keep working together at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, one of the largest charitable foundations in the world. Bill and Melinda Gates said Monday that they are divorcing but would keep working together at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, one of the largest charitable foundations in the world. Entertainment 04 May, 2021
A complete list of all the winners at the 2021 Oscars A complete list of all the winners at the 2021 Oscars A complete list of all the winners at the 2021 Oscars - A complete list of all the winners at the 2021 Oscars - Entertainment 26 Apr, 2021
Chloé Zhao makes Oscar history, winning best director Chloé Zhao makes Oscar history, winning best director At a socially distanced Oscar ceremony retooled for the pandemic, Chloé Zhao made history. The “Nomadland” filmmaker won best directo r on Sunday, becoming just the second woman in the 93 year of the Academy Awards to win the award and the first woman of color. At a socially distanced Oscar ceremony retooled for the pandemic, Chloé Zhao made history. The “Nomadland” filmmaker won best directo r on Sunday, becoming just the second woman in the 93 year of the Academy Awards to win the award and the first woman of color. Entertainment 26 Apr, 2021
An Oscars unlike any other to get underway Sunday An Oscars unlike any other to get underway Sunday An Oscars unlike any before will get underway Sunday night, with history on the line in major categories and a telecast retooled for the pandemic. An Oscars unlike any before will get underway Sunday night, with history on the line in major categories and a telecast retooled for the pandemic. Entertainment 25 Apr, 2021
'Mad Max' prequel shot in Outback to be released in 2023 'Mad Max' prequel shot in Outback to be released in 2023 A prequel to the "Mad Max" movie franchise starring Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth will be filmed in Australia, officials said on Monday. A prequel to the "Mad Max" movie franchise starring Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth will be filmed in Australia, officials said on Monday. Entertainment 19 Apr, 2021
Luke Bryan wins top ACM Award, but female acts own the night Luke Bryan wins top ACM Award, but female acts own the night Carrie Underwood brought the Academy of Country Music Awards to church. Maren Morris won two honors, including song of the year. Miranda Lambert performed three times and held onto her record as the most decorated winner in ACM history. And Mickey Guyton, the first Black woman to host the awards show, gave a powerful, top-notch vocal performance. Carrie Underwood brought the Academy of Country Music Awards to church. Maren Morris won two honors, including song of the year. Miranda Lambert performed three times and held onto her record as the most decorated winner in ACM history. And Mickey Guyton, the first Black woman to host the awards show, gave a powerful, top-notch vocal performance. Entertainment 19 Apr, 2021
Business Trip Turbo users can now book international hotels in Nepali currency Trip Turbo has partnered with Agoda to provide international hotel booking services for Nepali travellers through its platform.
Business Sun Nepal Life organizes AML/CFT training for agency managers Sun Nepal Life Insurance Company Limited conducted an Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) training programme for Agency Development Managers under its “ADM 360° Growth Summit 1.0”.
Lifestyle The Himalayan Times International Food Fest 2026 happening tomorrow with three bands, djs, and 20 restaurants The Himalayan Times International Food Fest 2026 is happening tomorrow, May 23, at The Everest Hotel, Kathmandu. Mark your calendars for what promises to be one of the biggest food and lifestyle celebrations of the year, featuring food, music, games, and endless entertainment for the entire family.
Kathmandu PM Shah continues to dodge HoR meeting amid opposition protest The Alternative Development Finance Mobilisation Bill, 2026, was approved by a majority at the House of Representatives today, despite a deliberate protest tactic by opposition lawmakers to disrupt legislative proceedings.
Business Central bank withdrawing Rs 100 billion to manage liquidity Nepal Rastra Bank is set to absorb Rs 100 billion from the banking system on Friday as part of its liquidity management measures.
Nepal Two Indian climbers die on Everest; Third being rescued from South Col Two Indian climbers have died while descending from the summit of Mount Everest, bringing the season's death toll on the world's highest peak to five.
Sports Nepal women defeat Malaysia in T20 practice match Nepal defeated Malaysia by seven wickets in a practice match ahead of the second international Women’s T20 tournament in Malaysia on Thursday.
Environment Excessive excavation in Narayani River draws scrutiny The District Monitoring Committee in Nawalpur has directed authorities concerned to regulate excavation and extraction works in the Narayani River after irregularities were found during an on-site inspection.
Nepal US Embassy Nepal's public affairs chief summits Everest in historic first Mike Harker, Public Affairs Chief at the US Embassy Nepal, successfully summited Mount Everest at around 9:10 AM on May 20, becoming the first serving American Foreign Service Officer to scale the world's highest peak.
