Betty White marks 99th birthday Sunday; up late as she wants Betty White marks 99th birthday Sunday; up late as she wants LOS ANGELES: True to form, Betty White has something impish to say about her birthday Sunday. “Since I am turning 99, I can stay up as late as I want without asking... LOS ANGELES: True to form, Betty White has something impish to say about her birthday... Travel Abroad 17 Jan, 2021
Anne Hathaway races to release 'Locked Down' COVID-19 rom-com Anne Hathaway races to release 'Locked Down' COVID-19 rom-com LONDON: As the rest of the world was shutting down to stave off COVID-19, US star Anne Hathaway found herself starting up a whole new movie project - a rom-com heist caper... LONDON: As the rest of the world was shutting down to stave off COVID-19, US star Anne Hathaway found... Travel Abroad 15 Jan, 2021
Tom Hanks heads TV special celebrating Biden's inauguration Tom Hanks heads TV special celebrating Biden's inauguration NEW YORK: Tom Hanks will host a 90-minute primetime TV special celebrating the inauguration of Joe Biden as president of the United States, with performances by Justin... NEW YORK: Tom Hanks will host a 90-minute primetime TV special celebrating the inauguration of Joe Biden... Travel Abroad 14 Jan, 2021
Prince Charles urges business to put planet and people first Prince Charles urges business to put planet and people first LONDON: Britain’s Prince Charles will tell businesses on Monday they must put the planet and its people first as he launches a new charter of sustainability backed by... LONDON: Britain’s Prince Charles will tell businesses on Monday they must put the planet and its people... Travel Abroad 11 Jan, 2021
Arnold Schwarzenegger compares US Capitol mob to Nazis Arnold Schwarzenegger compares US Capitol mob to Nazis Former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger compared the mob that stormed the US Capitol to the Nazis and called President Donald Trump a failed leader who “will go down... Former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger compared the mob that stormed the US Capitol to the Nazis... Travel Abroad 11 Jan, 2021
Queen Elizabeth II and husband receive COVID-19 vaccinations Queen Elizabeth II and husband receive COVID-19 vaccinations LONDON: Queen Elizabeth II and her husband, Prince Philip, have received their COVID-19 vaccinations, royal officials said Saturday. Buckingham Palace officials said in... LONDON: Queen Elizabeth II and her husband, Prince Philip, have received their COVID-19 vaccinations,... Travel Abroad 10 Jan, 2021
PBS' 'Masterpiece' marks 50th year with challenges ahead PBS' 'Masterpiece' marks 50th year with challenges ahead LOS ANGELES: As PBS' "Masterpiece" marks its 50th anniversary Sunday, the drama and mystery showcase could rest on its reputation built with acclaimed programs including... LOS ANGELES: As PBS' "Masterpiece" marks its 50th anniversary Sunday, the drama and mystery showcase... Travel Abroad 09 Jan, 2021
‘Euta Yasto Prem Kahani’ movie to hit theatres amid Covid-19 pandemic ‘Euta Yasto Prem Kahani’ movie to hit theatres amid Covid-19 pandemic KATHMANDU: The realm of Nepali films that has been at a standstill for more than nine months due to the Covid-19 pandemic is set to resurrect following the decision of... KATHMANDU: The realm of Nepali films that has been at a standstill for more than nine months due to the... Travel Abroad 08 Jan, 2021
Grammy Awards shift to March due to pandemic conditions Grammy Awards shift to March due to pandemic conditions NEW YORK: The 2021 Grammy Awards will no longer take place this month in Los Angeles and will broadcast in March due to a recent surge in coronavirus cases and... NEW YORK: The 2021 Grammy Awards will no longer take place this month in Los Angeles and will broadcast... Travel Abroad 06 Jan, 2021
'Wonder Woman 1984' Grabs $5.5 Million Domestically, Global Total Tops $118 Million: Box Office 'Wonder Woman 1984' Grabs $5.5 Million Domestically, Global Total Tops $118 Million:... LOS ANGELES: "Wonder Woman 1984" used its lasso of truth to rope in $5.5 million over the New Year's holiday. The sequel also ensnared another $10.1 million from overseas... LOS ANGELES: "Wonder Woman 1984" used its lasso of truth to rope in $5.5 million over the New Year's... Travel Abroad 04 Jan, 2021
'You'll Never Walk Alone:' Singer Gerry Marsden dies at 78 'You'll Never Walk Alone:' Singer Gerry Marsden dies at 78 LONDON: Gerry Marsden, lead singer of the 1960s British group Gerry and the Pacemakers that had such hits as "Ferry Cross the Mersey" and the song that became the anthem of... LONDON: Gerry Marsden, lead singer of the 1960s British group Gerry and the Pacemakers that had such hits... Travel Abroad 04 Jan, 2021
Ex-India cricket captain Ganguly had heart attack: Reports Ex-India cricket captain Ganguly had heart attack: Reports KOLKATA, INDIA: India media reported that former India cricket captain and current BCCI president Sourav Ganguly sustained a mild heart attack after complaining of chest... KOLKATA, INDIA: India media reported that former India cricket captain and current BCCI president Sourav... Travel Abroad 02 Jan, 2021
Murakami urges politicians to speak sincerely about virus Murakami urges politicians to speak sincerely about virus TOKYO: Japanese novelist Haruki Murakami says politicians need to help reduce public uncertainty and fear over the coronavirus and gain people's support by speaking... TOKYO: Japanese novelist Haruki Murakami says politicians need to help reduce public uncertainty and fear... Travel Abroad 02 Jan, 2021
Theaters look to Bond and Black Widow to spark 2021 moviegoing Theaters look to Bond and Black Widow to spark 2021 moviegoing LOS ANGELES: Movie theater operators, after a year of dismal ticket sales during the pandemic, are hoping a lineup of superheroes, fighter pilots and cinema's most famous... LOS ANGELES: Movie theater operators, after a year of dismal ticket sales during the pandemic, are hoping... Travel Abroad 01 Jan, 2021
Meghan and Harry end their eventful 2020 with first podcast Meghan and Harry end their eventful 2020 with first podcast LOS ANGELES: The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have dropped their first podcast. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle and guests from Elton John to their son, Archie, appear on... LOS ANGELES: The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have dropped their first podcast. Prince Harry and Meghan... Travel Abroad 30 Dec, 2020
"Demon Slayer" becomes Japan's top-grossing movie "Demon Slayer" becomes Japan's top-grossing movie TOKYO: "Demon Slayer", the animated tale of a boy fighting human-eating demons that murdered his family, has shattered a nearly two-decade record to become Japan's... TOKYO: "Demon Slayer", the animated tale of a boy fighting human-eating demons that murdered his family,... Travel Abroad 28 Dec, 2020
A Sudan in transition presents first-ever film for Oscars A Sudan in transition presents first-ever film for Oscars CAIRO: Nearly two years after the overthrow of autocrat Omar al-Bashir, Sudan is taking steps to rejoin the international community from which it was long shunned. That... CAIRO: Nearly two years after the overthrow of autocrat Omar al-Bashir, Sudan is taking steps to rejoin... Travel Abroad 26 Dec, 2020
Leslie West, guitarist of rock band Mountain, has died at 75 Leslie West, guitarist of rock band Mountain, has died at 75 LOS ANGELES: Leslie West, an iconic guitarist-vocalist who was behind several '70s rock anthems including “Mississippi Queen� with the popular band Mountain, has died.... LOS ANGELES: Leslie West, an iconic guitarist-vocalist who was behind several '70s rock anthems including... Travel Abroad 26 Dec, 2020
Tony-nominated Broadway star Rebecca Luker dies at 59 Tony-nominated Broadway star Rebecca Luker dies at 59 LOS ANGELES: Soprano Rebecca Luker, a three-time Tony nominated actor who starred in some of the biggest Broadway hits of the past three decades, died Wednesday. She was... LOS ANGELES: Soprano Rebecca Luker, a three-time Tony nominated actor who starred in some of the biggest... Travel Abroad 24 Dec, 2020
Australian cricketer Bradman's test cap sells for $340,000 Australian cricketer Bradman's test cap sells for $340,000 SYDNEY: An Australian businessman has purchased Donald Bradman’s first baggy green test cap for 450,000 Australian dollars ($340,000) at auction, the second-highest price... SYDNEY: An Australian businessman has purchased Donald Bradman’s first baggy green test cap for 450,000... Travel Abroad 22 Dec, 2020
Nepal Sherpa Foundation provides Rs 4 million to PMDRF The Sherpa Foundation has provided a financial donation to the government's relief fund to support communities affected by the recent floods.
Kathmandu Foreign minister Khanal leaves for COP31 in Türkiye Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal left for Antalya, Türkiye, on Saturday to lead Nepal’s delegation to the 31st Conference of the Parties (COP31) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, scheduled for November 9-20.
Kathmandu Indian Ambassador Dalela among three envoys accredited to Nepal Three newly appointed ambassadors, including India's new envoy Sudhakar Dalela, formally assumed their diplomatic responsibilities in Nepal after presenting their letters of credence to President Ramchandra Paudel at a special ceremony in Kathmandu on Friday.
Nepal Nepal approves first National Standard for High-Altitude Sickness Management The Ministry of Health and Food Safety has approved a national standard aimed at improving the diagnosis, prevention, treatment and management of high-altitude sickness, a condition that affects trekkers, mountaineers and residents in Nepal's mountainous regions.
Nepal As towns modernise, Dhankuta's weekly markets remain vital to rural trade Despite the growth of permanent shops, supermarkets and road connectivity across Dhankuta, traditional weekly markets that began more than a century ago continue to play a central role in local commerce, linking farmers directly with consumers and preserving a long-standing rural trading culture.
Kathmandu Passengers can now track luggage movement at Tribhuvan Airport International passengers arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport will now be able to monitor the movement of their checked baggage in real time after authorities introduced a live-feed system aimed at improving transparency and passenger service.
Nepal Police seize 2.82 tonnes of marijuana in Udayapur Police have seized 2,820.5 kilograms of marijuana hidden in a field in Udayapur, one of the largest recent drug recoveries in the district, and launched an investigation to identify those behind the consignment.
Environment UN climate talks start in the year of disasters, energy price shocks and fast rising temperatures Three stories about climate change are playing out like popular movie genres as United Nations climate negotiations begin in Antalya, Turkey.
Opinion Nepal should not only negotiate the consequences; it should confront the cause at COP31 The government of Nepal has outlined four core national priorities to highlight at the 31st Conference of the Parties (COP31) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), to be held from 9 to 20 November 2026 in Antalya, Türkiye.