Thailand first in Asia to move to decriminalize marijuana Thailand first in Asia to move to decriminalize marijuana Thailand on Tuesday became the first country in Asia to approve the de facto decriminalization of marijuana, though authorities have left a grey area around its recreational use. Thailand on Tuesday became the first country in Asia to approve the de facto decriminalization of marijuana, though authorities have left a grey area around its recreational use. Health 26 Jan, 2022
Stronger evidence linking virus to multiple sclerosis: study Stronger evidence linking virus to multiple sclerosis: study There's more evidence that one of the world's most common viruses may set some people on the path to developing multiple sclerosis. There's more evidence that one of the world's most common viruses may set some people on the path to developing multiple sclerosis. Health 14 Jan, 2022
Medicare limits coverage of $28,000-a-year Alzheimer's drug Medicare limits coverage of $28,000-a-year Alzheimer's drug Medicare said Tuesday it will limit coverage of a $28,000-a-year Alzheimer's drug whose benefits have been widely questioned, a major development in the nation's tug-of-war over the fair value of new medicines that offer tantalizing possibilities but come with prohibitive prices. Medicare said Tuesday it will limit coverage of a $28,000-a-year Alzheimer's drug whose benefits have been widely questioned, a major development in the nation's tug-of-war over the fair value of new medicines that offer tantalizing possibilities but come with prohibitive prices. Health 12 Jan, 2022
Jake's mice: Searching for answers to the puzzle of autism Jake's mice: Searching for answers to the puzzle of autism That mouse and its lab-grown relatives are the first in the world to mirror the missing gene that causes Jake's autism. Scientists at Washington University in St. Louis bred the mice, and grew stem cells derived from Jake's blood, to study and find ways to treat his rare disorder – and look for answers to the larger puzzle of autism. That mouse and its lab-grown relatives are the first in the world to mirror the missing gene that causes Jake's autism. Scientists at Washington University in St. Louis bred the mice, and grew stem cells derived from Jake's blood, to study and find ways to treat his rare disorder – and look for answers to the larger puzzle of autism. Health 03 Jan, 2022
China's Sinovac COVID-19 booster weaker against Omicron: Hong Kong study China's Sinovac COVID-19 booster weaker against Omicron: Hong Kong study Three doses of Sinovac's CoronaVac COVID-19 vaccine do not produce adequate levels of antibodies to fight the Omicron variant of the coronavirus, researchers from Hong Kong said in a statement. Three doses of Sinovac's CoronaVac COVID-19 vaccine do not produce adequate levels of antibodies to fight the Omicron variant of the coronavirus, researchers from Hong Kong said in a statement. Health 23 Dec, 2021
Moderna says booster dose of its COVID-19 vaccine appears protective vs. Omicron Moderna says booster dose of its COVID-19 vaccine appears protective vs. Omicron Moderna Inc said on Monday that a booster dose of its COVID-19 vaccine appeared to be protective against the fast-spreading Omicron variant in laboratory testing and that the current version of the vaccine would continue to be Moderna’s "first line of defense against Omicron." Moderna Inc said on Monday that a booster dose of its COVID-19 vaccine appeared to be protective against the fast-spreading Omicron variant in laboratory testing and that the current version of the vaccine would continue to be Moderna’s "first line of defense against Omicron." Health 20 Dec, 2021
New data shows GSK-Vir drug works against all Omicron mutations New data shows GSK-Vir drug works against all Omicron mutations British drugmaker GSK said on Tuesday its antibody-based COVID-19 therapy with U.S. partner Vir Biotechnology is effective against all mutations of the new Omicron coronavirus variant, citing new data from early-stage studies. British drugmaker GSK said on Tuesday its antibody-based COVID-19 therapy with U.S. partner Vir Biotechnology is effective against all mutations of the new Omicron coronavirus variant, citing new data from early-stage studies. Health 07 Dec, 2021
Omicron poses a very high risk globally, warns WHO Omicron poses a very high risk globally, warns WHO The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Monday warned that Omicron, the new variant of concern of Covid-19 poses a very high risk, globally. The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Monday warned that Omicron, the new variant of concern of Covid-19 poses a very high risk, globally. Health 29 Nov, 2021
WHO meeting on Friday to designate new variant B.1.1.529 WHO meeting on Friday to designate new variant B.1.1.529 The World Health Organization is convening an experts' meeting from Geneva at midday (1100 GMT) on Friday to assess the new COVID-19 variant B.1.1.529 amid growing concern, a spokesperson said. The World Health Organization is convening an experts' meeting from Geneva at midday (1100 GMT) on Friday to assess the new COVID-19 variant B.1.1.529 amid growing concern, a spokesperson said. Health 26 Nov, 2021
Tobacco use declines in South-East Asia Tobacco use declines in South-East Asia Commending countries, including Nepal, in the World Health Organisation South- East Asia for achieving steep decline in tobacco use, the WHO on Thursday said persistent and concerted efforts over the years, which have continued despite the pandemic, must be sustained and scaled up further to rid the region of the scourge of tobacco. Commending countries, including Nepal, in the World Health Organisation South- East Asia for achieving steep decline in tobacco use, the WHO on Thursday said persistent and concerted efforts over the years, which have continued despite the pandemic, must be sustained and scaled up further to rid the region of the scourge of tobacco. Health 19 Nov, 2021
In Russia, 83% of COVID hospital beds are filled amid surge In Russia, 83% of COVID hospital beds are filled amid surge Nearly 83% of hospital beds designated for COVID-19 patients are filled, Russian authorities said Wednesday, as daily tallies of new infections and deaths remain at all-time highs. Nearly 83% of hospital beds designated for COVID-19 patients are filled, Russian authorities said Wednesday, as daily tallies of new infections and deaths remain at all-time highs. Health 11 Nov, 2021
Japan reports first bird flu outbreak of season, culling 143,000 chickens Japan reports first bird flu outbreak of season, culling 143,000 chickens Japan has detected its first outbreak of bird flu for the 2021 winter season, with confirmation of a case of "highly pathogenic avian influenza" at a poultry farm in the northeast of the country, the agriculture ministry said on Wednesday. Japan has detected its first outbreak of bird flu for the 2021 winter season, with confirmation of a case of "highly pathogenic avian influenza" at a poultry farm in the northeast of the country, the agriculture ministry said on Wednesday. Health 10 Nov, 2021
How to help your child get the most protection out of their face mask How to help your child get the most protection out of their face mask With many children around the country required to wear masks in classrooms, including those as young as eight in Victoria, parents are wondering how they can support their kids’ mask use. With many children around the country required to wear masks in classrooms, including those as young as eight in Victoria, parents are wondering how they can support their kids’ mask use. Health 10 Nov, 2021
Global COVID-19 cases hit 250 million, eastern Europe infections at record levels Global COVID-19 cases hit 250 million, eastern Europe infections at record levels Global COVID-19 cases surpassed 250 million on Monday as some countries in eastern Europe experience record outbreaks, even as the Delta variant surge eases and many countries resume trade and tourism. Global COVID-19 cases surpassed 250 million on Monday as some countries in eastern Europe experience record outbreaks, even as the Delta variant surge eases and many countries resume trade and tourism. Health 08 Nov, 2021
Vitamin 'A' capsules to be administered to around 2.7 million children across country Vitamin 'A' capsules to be administered to around 2.7 million children across country Ministry of Health and Population is going to administer Vitamin 'A' capsules free of cost to all children across the country. Ministry of Health and Population is going to administer Vitamin 'A' capsules free of cost to all children across the country. Health 21 Oct, 2021
Maternal mortality rate to be studied through national census for first time Maternal mortality rate to be studied through national census for first time A study of maternal mortality rate is to be conducted through National Census-2021 for the first time in the country. A study of maternal mortality rate is to be conducted through National Census-2021 for the first time in the country. Health 08 Oct, 2021
Study highlights difficulty of stopping antidepressants Study highlights difficulty of stopping antidepressants A study of British patients with a long history of depression highlights how difficult it can be to stop medication, even for those who feel well enough to try. A study of British patients with a long history of depression highlights how difficult it can be to stop medication, even for those who feel well enough to try. Health 30 Sep, 2021
Children's diets could get much worse under COVID-19: UNICEF Children's diets could get much worse under COVID-19: UNICEF Children under the age of two are not getting the food or nutrients they need to thrive and grow well, leading to irreversible developmental harm, according to a new report released by UNICEF on Wednesday. Children under the age of two are not getting the food or nutrients they need to thrive and grow well, leading to irreversible developmental harm, according to a new report released by UNICEF on Wednesday. Health 23 Sep, 2021
Nipah Virus warning sounded Nipah Virus warning sounded The Ministry of Health and Population has urged the public to remain alert about the possible risk of Nipah Virus infection after its outbreak was reported in neighbouring India. The Ministry of Health and Population has urged the public to remain alert about the possible risk of Nipah Virus infection after its outbreak was reported in neighbouring India. Health 14 Sep, 2021
Scale up routine immunisation, vaccination: WHO Scale up routine immunisation, vaccination: WHO The World Health Organisation on Wednesday urged countries, including Nepal, in the South-East Asia region to enhance routine immunisation along with the ongoing efforts to boost the COV- ID-19 vaccination coverage. The World Health Organisation on Wednesday urged countries, including Nepal, in the South-East Asia region to enhance routine immunisation along with the ongoing efforts to boost the COV- ID-19 vaccination coverage. Health 09 Sep, 2021
Environment SPCC, CBCF strengthen partnership under the "Everest 1° initiative" to advance sustainable waste management and climate action in the Everest region On the occasion of World Environment Day 2026, the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) and the Cimex BYD Charity Foundation (CBCF) reaffirm their commitment to protecting the fragile Himalayan ecosystem through the "Everest 1° Initiative"—a long-term environmental program focused on sustainable waste management, climate resilience, clean energy, and environmental stewardship in the Everest region.
Nepal Govt forms probe panel to investigate seizure of 779 EVs The government has formed a joint investigation committee to probe the seizure of 779 electric vehicles imported through the Korala border in Mustang on suspicion of revenue evasion.
Business Thailand Tourism Authority promotes new destinations in Nepal market The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), New Delhi, organized an Amazing Thailand Product Presentation in Kathmandu on Monday, highlighting new tourism products, emerging destinations and promotional campaigns aimed at attracting more Nepali travellers.
Business MetLife Nepal launches football-based education initiative in Kaski schools MetLife Nepal has launched a sports-and-education initiative in Kaski district, distributing football kits and training equipment to public schools to promote youth development through sport.
Nepal Over 6,700 govt employees found late in office checks: NVC The National Vigilance Centre (NVC) has found more than 6,700 government employees failing to report to office on time during nationwide surprise inspections.
Environment World Environment Day marked with call for climate-resilient, green development World Environment Day 2026 is being observed across the country today with the theme “Foundation for a Prosperous Future: Climate and Nature-Friendly Development,” highlighting urgent action on climate change and environmental protection.
Business Himalayan Travel Mart 2026 concludes, strengthens Nepal's global tourism footprint The 6th edition of the Himalayan Travel Mart (HTM 2026) concluded in Kathmandu on Thursday with strong international participation and renewed commitments to position Nepal as a global tourism hub under the theme “New Frontiers in Tourism.”
Business Gold, silver prices decline in domestic market The price of gold has decreased by Rs 2,100 per tola in the domestic market on Friday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association.
Nepal RSP Chair Lamichhane meets US Envoy Sergio Gor in New Delhi Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chair Rabi Lamichhane, who is on a five-day visit to India, held talks with Sergio Gor in New Delhi on Thursday.
