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
Virus disrupts pregnancy plans, raises anxiety and questions Virus disrupts pregnancy plans, raises anxiety and questions Some pregnant women fear giving birth with no loved ones by their side. Others worry about getting sick with COVID-19 and not being able to hold their newborns. The... Some pregnant women fear giving birth with no loved ones by their side. Others worry about getting sick... Environment 01 Apr, 2020
Age is not the only risk for severe coronavirus disease Age is not the only risk for severe coronavirus disease WASHINGTON: Older people remain most at risk of dying as the new coronavirus continues its rampage around the globe, but they’re far from the only ones vulnerable. One of... WASHINGTON: Older people remain most at risk of dying as the new coronavirus continues its rampage around... Environment 29 Mar, 2020
Potential coronavirus treatment granted rare disease status Potential coronavirus treatment granted rare disease status WASHINGTON: The pharmaceutical giant that makes a promising coronavirus drug has registered it as a rare disease treatment with US regulators, a status that can potentially... WASHINGTON: The pharmaceutical giant that makes a promising coronavirus drug has registered it as a rare... Environment 25 Mar, 2020
No evidence ibuprofen worsens coronavirus: health agencies No evidence ibuprofen worsens coronavirus: health agencies LONDON: The World Health Organization and other leading agencies say there is no evidence to support the suggestion that ibuprofen might worsen the symptoms of... LONDON: The World Health Organization and other leading agencies say there is no evidence to support the... Environment 21 Mar, 2020
Walk, cycle or drive? Coronavirus shakes up urban transport Walk, cycle or drive? Coronavirus shakes up urban transport LONDON: Cycling used to be a leisure activity for Raj Anand but in recent weeks he has biked across London every day to avoid crowded public transport as worries over... LONDON: Cycling used to be a leisure activity for Raj Anand but in recent weeks he has biked across... Environment 14 Mar, 2020
WHO officials rethink epidemic messaging amid pandemic debate WHO officials rethink epidemic messaging amid pandemic debate LONDON: The World Health Organization is considering changing the way it classifies and describes international epidemics, amid a protracted public debate over whether to... LONDON: The World Health Organization is considering changing the way it classifies and describes... Environment 13 Mar, 2020
Flu and coronavirus: Similar symptoms, different fears Flu and coronavirus: Similar symptoms, different fears NEW YORK: Is it the flu, a cold or the new coronavirus? Patients and doctors alike are parsing signs of illness to figure out who needs what tests or care and how worried... NEW YORK: Is it the flu, a cold or the new coronavirus? Patients and doctors alike are parsing signs of... Environment 11 Mar, 2020
COVID-19 could be the first pandemic in history that could be controlled: WHO Director-General COVID-19 could be the first pandemic in history that could be controlled: WHO... KATHMANDU: World Health Organisation (WHO) Director-General, Tedros Adhanom, in his opening remarks at the media briefing on COVID-19, said that the COVID-19 could be the... KATHMANDU: World Health Organisation (WHO) Director-General, Tedros Adhanom, in his opening remarks at... Environment 10 Mar, 2020
Florence Nightingale show presents nursing pioneer who told us to wash hands Florence Nightingale show presents nursing pioneer who told us to wash hands LONDON: Victorian Britain took Florence Nightingale into its heart as the "Lady with the Lamp" who tended wounded soldiers, but a new exhibition shows her as a tough... LONDON: Victorian Britain took Florence Nightingale into its heart as the "Lady with the Lamp" who tended... Environment 06 Mar, 2020
Researchers identify two coronavirus types as China cases dwindle Researchers identify two coronavirus types as China cases dwindle SHANGHAI: Scientists in China studying the viral disease outbreak's origin said they had found that two main types of the new coronavirus could be causing... SHANGHAI: Scientists in China studying the viral disease outbreak's origin said they had found that two... Environment 04 Mar, 2020
New virus: More than 89,000 infected, over 3,000 dead New virus: More than 89,000 infected, over 3,000 dead BEIJING: A new virus first detected in China has infected more than 89,000 people globally and caused over 3,000 deaths. The World Health Organization has named the... BEIJING: A new virus first detected in China has infected more than 89,000 people globally and... Environment 02 Mar, 2020
Infections climb in South Korea as world fights virus Infections climb in South Korea as world fights virus SEOUL: South Korea reported an eight-fold jump in viral infections Saturday with more than 400 cases mostly linked to a church and a hospital, while the death toll in... SEOUL: South Korea reported an eight-fold jump in viral infections Saturday with more than 400 cases... Environment 23 Feb, 2020
New virus has infected more than 75,000 people globally New virus has infected more than 75,000 people globally BEIJING: A viral outbreak that began in China has infected more than 75,000 people globally. The World Health Organization has named the illness COVID-19, referring... BEIJING: A viral outbreak that began in China has infected more than 75,000 people globally. The... Environment 19 Feb, 2020
Why your Valentine might want hot chocolate for that walk on the beach Why your Valentine might want hot chocolate for that walk on the beach Drinking cocoa rich in flavonols - plant compounds also found in fruits, vegetables and tea - might make walking easier for some older adults with poor circulation, a study... Drinking cocoa rich in flavonols - plant compounds also found in fruits, vegetables and tea - might make... Environment 14 Feb, 2020
China still mostly closed down as virus deaths pass 1,000 China still mostly closed down as virus deaths pass 1,000 BEIJING: China remains mostly closed for business, as the daily death toll from a new virus topped 100 for the first time, pushing the total above 1,000. Despite the... BEIJING: China remains mostly closed for business, as the daily death toll from a new virus topped 100... Environment 11 Feb, 2020
British scientist makes breakthrough in race for coronavirus vaccine: Sky British scientist makes breakthrough in race for coronavirus vaccine: Sky LONDON: A leading British scientist has made a significant breakthrough in the race for a coronavirus vaccine by reducing a part of the normal development time from "two to... LONDON: A leading British scientist has made a significant breakthrough in the race for a coronavirus... Environment 05 Feb, 2020
Measles vaccine drive aims to protect 45 million children in Africa, Asia Measles vaccine drive aims to protect 45 million children in Africa, Asia LONDON: Up to 45 million children in seven developing countries will be immunised against measles in a series of major vaccination campaigns to try to halt a global... LONDON: Up to 45 million children in seven developing countries will be immunised against measles in... Environment 05 Feb, 2020
Sports Sociedad beats Atletico on penalties to win Copa del Rey. American coach Matarazzo lifts 1st title Atletico will now turn its focus to the Champions League semifinal against Arsenal staring later this month.
Sports Nepal defeats Italy to register first win in ICC Women's T20 Challenge Trophy Nepal has secured its first win in the ICC Women's Twenty20 Challenge Trophy, defeating Italy by 50 runs in a match played at the Rwanda Cricket Stadium in Rwanda today.
Sports Rinku Singh comes to the rescue as Kolkata beats Rajasthan by 4 wickets for its first IPL win In Sunday’s evening game, IPL leader Punjab Kings hosted Lucknow Super Giants in New Chandigarh.
World Trump says US negotiators will head to Pakistan on Monday for talks with Iran Iranian officials earlier on Sunday held firm that ships wouldn't pass while the U.S. blockade remained in effect.
Business Processed fuels cost more than crude oil: NOC According to data cited by the NOC, as of April 16, 2026, the price of crude oil stood at 99.6 US dollars per barrel, while petrol was priced at 139.3 US dollars and diesel at 228.1 US dollars.
Business Ncell launches 'Pahilo SIM' offer for SEE students Ncell has introduced a special ‘Pahilo SIM’ package targeting students who have appeared in the Secondary Education Examination (SEE), offering bundled telecom, learning and gaming services at a subsidised rate.
Nepal Demolition drive targets encroached structures along Birgunj's main road The Road Division Office, Hetauda, launched a demolition drive in Birgunj early Sunday morning, pulling down structures built in encroachment of the main road under the Tribhuvan Highway.
Nepal Verify social media information before sharing: Minister Timilsina Minister for Communications and Information Technology Bikram Timilsina has urged the public to verify information circulating on social media, stating that not all content shared online is accurate or authentic.
World Iran doubles down on closing the Strait of Hormuz as the ceasefire inches toward expiration Iran doubled down on its pledge to restrict ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz as long as the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports remains in place, as mediators scrambled to secure further talks before the ceasefire expires this week.
