US secures 300 million doses of potential AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine US secures 300 million doses of potential AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine BENGALURU/LONDON: The United States has secured almost a third of AstraZeneca's one billion possible COVID-19 vaccine doses by pledging up to $1.2 billion, as the world's... BENGALURU/LONDON: The United States has secured almost a third of AstraZeneca's one billion possible... Environment 21 May, 2020
US births fall, and virus could drive them down more US births fall, and virus could drive them down more NEW YORK: US births continued to fall last year, leading to the fewest number of newborns in 35 years. The decline is the latest sign of a prolonged national “baby... NEW YORK: US births continued to fall last year, leading to the fewest number of newborns in 35... Environment 20 May, 2020
Trump's use of malaria drug likely to be welcomed in India Trump's use of malaria drug likely to be welcomed in India NEW DELHI: President Donald Trump’s declaration that he was taking an antimalarial drug of dubious effectiveness to help fend off the coronavirus will likely be welcomed... NEW DELHI: President Donald Trump’s declaration that he was taking an antimalarial drug of dubious... Environment 19 May, 2020
UK adds loss of smell and taste to COVID-19 symptom list UK adds loss of smell and taste to COVID-19 symptom list LONDON: The United Kingdom has added the loss of smell and taste to its official list of COVID-19 symptoms including fever and new continuous cough - a step that it hopes... LONDON: The United Kingdom has added the loss of smell and taste to its official list of COVID-19... Environment 18 May, 2020
Retinoblastoma control and management Retinoblastoma control and management World Retinoblastoma Week is an opportunity to raise global awareness about this cancer that affects children’s eyes. During this year’s World Retinoblastoma Week from... World Retinoblastoma Week is an opportunity to raise global awareness about this cancer that affects... Environment 16 May, 2020
EU: Possible virus drug approval ‘before the summer’ EU: Possible virus drug approval ‘before the summer’ LONDON: The European Medicines Agency predicted that there could be licensed drugs to treat the new coronavirus in the next few months and that a vaccine might even be... LONDON: The European Medicines Agency predicted that there could be licensed drugs to treat the new... Environment 14 May, 2020
UN warns of global mental health crisis due to COVID-19 pandemic UN warns of global mental health crisis due to COVID-19 pandemic LONDON: A mental illness crisis is looming as millions of people worldwide are surrounded by death and disease and forced into isolation, poverty and anxiety by the... LONDON: A mental illness crisis is looming as millions of people worldwide are surrounded by death and... Environment 14 May, 2020
US allows use of 1st drug shown to help virus recovery US allows use of 1st drug shown to help virus recovery WASHINGTON: US regulators on Friday allowed emergency use of the first drug that appears to help some COVID-19 patients recover faster, a milestone in the global search for... WASHINGTON: US regulators on Friday allowed emergency use of the first drug that appears to help some... Environment 02 May, 2020
Maker of coronavirus trial drug aims for wide distribution says Gilead CEO Maker of coronavirus trial drug aims for wide distribution says Gilead CEO LONDON: Gilead Sciences, which manufactures remdesivir, is focused on making the experimental coronavirus drug accessible and affordable to as many people as possible... LONDON: Gilead Sciences, which manufactures remdesivir, is focused on making the experimental... Environment 01 May, 2020
Handwashing: A brief history and method Handwashing: A brief history and method In 1846, when doctors and medical students delivered babies after coming back from the autopsy lab, the death rate of the postpartum women was found to be 18 per cent. This... In 1846, when doctors and medical students delivered babies after coming back from the autopsy lab, the... Environment 22 Apr, 2020
Coronavirus the musical: US scientists turn virus into melody to aid research Coronavirus the musical: US scientists turn virus into melody to aid research From tinkling harmonies as the virus disarms cells to clashing and stormy as it replicates, US scientists have translated the novel coronavirus’ spiked protein structure... From tinkling harmonies as the virus disarms cells to clashing and stormy as it replicates, US scientists... Environment 21 Apr, 2020
Reports suggest many have had coronavirus with no symptoms Reports suggest many have had coronavirus with no symptoms A flood of new research suggests that far more people have had the coronavirus without any symptoms, fueling hope that it will turn out to be much less lethal than... A flood of new research suggests that far more people have had the coronavirus without any symptoms,... Environment 20 Apr, 2020
What are coronavirus antibody tests? What are coronavirus antibody tests? With most Americans under stay-at-home orders to help contain the spread of the novel coronavirus and more than 2 million people infected globally, talk is turning to how... With most Americans under stay-at-home orders to help contain the spread of the novel coronavirus and... Environment 16 Apr, 2020
Fears of 'Wild West' as COVID-19 blood tests hit the market Fears of 'Wild West' as COVID-19 blood tests hit the market WASHINGTON: Blood tests for the coronavirus could play a key role in deciding whether millions of Americans can safely return to work and school. But public health... WASHINGTON: Blood tests for the coronavirus could play a key role in deciding whether millions of... Environment 13 Apr, 2020
'We're all in with our patients': An ER doctor's virus fight 'We're all in with our patients': An ER doctor's virus fight NEW YORK: The call comes over the emergency-room loudspeakers: Sick patient. Everyone needed. The patient is struggling to breathe, his blood-oxygen level a... NEW YORK: The call comes over the emergency-room loudspeakers: Sick patient. Everyone needed. The... Environment 12 Apr, 2020
UK doctors' and nurses' lives at risk from lack of protection kit-unions UK doctors' and nurses' lives at risk from lack of protection kit-unions LONDON: Doctors and nurses treating patients with COVID-19 in Britain are putting their lives at risk because of a lack of protective kit for frontline staff, their unions... LONDON: Doctors and nurses treating patients with COVID-19 in Britain are putting their lives at risk... Environment 11 Apr, 2020
13 myths about COVID-19 debunked by WHO 13 myths about COVID-19 debunked by WHO KATHMANDU: As of April 8, 2020, there have been 1,317,130 confirmed cases of COVID-19, including 74,306 deaths, according to World Health Organisation (WHO). The new... KATHMANDU: As of April 8, 2020, there have been 1,317,130 confirmed cases of COVID-19, including 74,306... Environment 08 Apr, 2020
Family in dire need of financial support to treat their daughter suffering from rare 'Guillain-Barre Syndrome' Family in dire need of financial support to treat their daughter suffering from rare... KATHMANDU: Just like many girls her age, Puja Dangal, 19, a Kavre native, was happily pursuing her studies in Kathmandu until the diagnosis of Guillain Barre Syndrome,... KATHMANDU: Just like many girls her age, Puja Dangal, 19, a Kavre native, was happily pursuing her... Environment 03 Apr, 2020
More evidence indicates healthy people can spread virus More evidence indicates healthy people can spread virus NEW YORK: Scientists offered more evidence Wednesday that the coronavirus is spread by seemingly healthy people who show no clear symptoms, and the federal government... NEW YORK: Scientists offered more evidence Wednesday that the coronavirus is spread by seemingly healthy... Environment 02 Apr, 2020
Should you wear mask in public if not sick with coronavirus? Should you wear mask in public if not sick with coronavirus? WASHINGTON: If you’re not sick with the new coronavirus, should you wear a mask in public? Global health authorities say no. Amid a shortage of masks, the US is sticking... WASHINGTON: If you’re not sick with the new coronavirus, should you wear a mask in public? Global... Environment 01 Apr, 2020
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.â€
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.
