Local authorities: Mysterious illness in China is not SARS Local authorities: Mysterious illness in China is not SARS BEIJING: The mysterious respiratory illness that has infected dozens of people in a central Chinese city is not SARS, local authorities said Sunday. The 2002-2003 SARS... BEIJING: The mysterious respiratory illness that has infected dozens of people in a central Chinese city... Environment 06 Jan, 2020
Physical activity linked to sperm quality Physical activity linked to sperm quality Healthy young men who exercise regularly may have better quality semen than their sedentary peers, a study of sperm donors suggests. Even though being... Healthy young men who exercise regularly may have better quality semen than their sedentary... Environment 02 Jan, 2020
China has pain pill addicts too, but no one's counting them China has pain pill addicts too, but no one's counting them SHANGHAI: Wu Yi was supposed to die. At age 26, his cancer was spreading. His doctor gave him five years to live and a prescription for OxyContin. Six years later, he... SHANGHAI: Wu Yi was supposed to die. At age 26, his cancer was spreading. His doctor gave him five... Environment 31 Dec, 2019
Chinese court sentences 'gene-editing' scientist to three years in prison Chinese court sentences 'gene-editing' scientist to three years in prison BEIJING: A Chinese court sentenced the scientist who created the world's first "gene-edited" babies to three years in prison on Monday, according to the official Xinhua... BEIJING: A Chinese court sentenced the scientist who created the world's first "gene-edited" babies... Environment 30 Dec, 2019
Samoa ends measles state of emergency as infection rate slows Samoa ends measles state of emergency as infection rate slows MELBOURNE: The South Pacific island nation of Samoa has lifted a six week-state of emergency after the infection rate from a measles outbreak that has swept the country... MELBOURNE: The South Pacific island nation of Samoa has lifted a six week-state of emergency after... Environment 29 Dec, 2019
California jails use kinder approach to solitary confinement California jails use kinder approach to solitary confinement SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: An inmate in solitary confinement at a California jail was refusing to leave his cell. The jailers' usual response: Send an "extraction team" of... SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: An inmate in solitary confinement at a California jail was refusing to leave his... Environment 27 Dec, 2019
Merck says Ebola vaccine to be available at lowest access price for poor nations Merck says Ebola vaccine to be available at lowest access price for poor nations Merck & Co said on Friday it expects to make licensed doses of its recently approved Ebola vaccine available in the third quarter of 2020 and price the single-dose... Merck & Co said on Friday it expects to make licensed doses of its recently approved Ebola vaccine... Environment 24 Dec, 2019
New autism guidelines focus in early diagnosis, treatment New autism guidelines focus in early diagnosis, treatment CHICAGO: The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) on Monday issued its first new autism treatment guidelines in 12 years aimed at helping doctors identify at-risk... CHICAGO: The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) on Monday issued its first new autism treatment... Environment 16 Dec, 2019
Samoa extends measles state of emergency, NZ to fund Pacific vaccination campaign Samoa extends measles state of emergency, NZ to fund Pacific vaccination campaign MELBOURNE: The South Pacific island nation of Samoa on Saturday extended a state of emergency due to a measles outbreak which has killed 72 people, mostly infants, as New... MELBOURNE: The South Pacific island nation of Samoa on Saturday extended a state of emergency due to a... Environment 14 Dec, 2019
EDCD prepares national guidelines for snakebite management EDCD prepares national guidelines for snakebite management Kathmandu, December 11 Epidemiology and Disease Control Division under the Department of Health Services has come up with national guideline for snakebite management in... Kathmandu, December 11 Epidemiology and Disease Control Division under the Department of Health... Environment 12 Dec, 2019
Brick kiln workers’ health at risk Brick kiln workers’ health at risk Exposure to dust particles, smoke, carbondioxide has made them susceptible Kathmandu, December 7 A recent research conducted on 20 brick kilns of Kathmandu, Bhaktapur... Exposure to dust particles, smoke, carbondioxide has made them susceptible Kathmandu, December 7 A... Environment 08 Dec, 2019
Samoa says almost 90% of people vaccinated against measles after deadly outbreak Samoa says almost 90% of people vaccinated against measles after deadly outbreak MELBOURNE: Samoa said on Saturday nearly 90% of eligible people had been vaccinated against measles as it lifted a two-day curfew imposed amid an outbreak that has killed... MELBOURNE: Samoa said on Saturday nearly 90% of eligible people had been vaccinated against measles as it... Environment 07 Dec, 2019
Malaria cases decline in WHO South-East Asia Region; WHO says efforts must continue as risks persist Malaria cases decline in WHO South-East Asia Region; WHO says efforts must continue... KATHMANDU: Malaria is on a steep decline in the WHO South-East Asia Region, as per the World Malaria Report published by the World Health Organisation (WHO) on... KATHMANDU: Malaria is on a steep decline in the WHO South-East Asia Region, as per the World Malaria... Environment 05 Dec, 2019
Drug can curb dementia’s delusions, researchers find Drug can curb dementia’s delusions, researchers find SAN DIEGO: A drug that curbs delusions in Parkinson's patients did the same for people with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia in a study that was stopped... SAN DIEGO: A drug that curbs delusions in Parkinson's patients did the same for people with Alzheimer's... Environment 05 Dec, 2019
Samoa measles cases, deaths more than double over past week Samoa measles cases, deaths more than double over past week MELBOURNE: The number of suspected cases of measles on the Pacific island of Samoa has more than doubled over the past week to 3,530 and deaths related to the outbreak... MELBOURNE: The number of suspected cases of measles on the Pacific island of Samoa has more than... Environment 01 Dec, 2019
MRIs of dense breasts find more cancer but also false alarms MRIs of dense breasts find more cancer but also false alarms Giving women with very dense breasts an MRI scan in addition to a mammogram led to fewer missed cancers but also to a lot of false alarms and treatments that might not have... Giving women with very dense breasts an MRI scan in addition to a mammogram led to fewer missed cancers... Environment 28 Nov, 2019
Samoa measles epidemic worsens with 24 children now dead Samoa measles epidemic worsens with 24 children now dead WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND: Authorities said Monday that a measles epidemic sweeping through Samoa continues to worsen with the death toll rising to 25, all but one of the... WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND: Authorities said Monday that a measles epidemic sweeping through Samoa continues... Environment 25 Nov, 2019
Samoa measles outbreak kills 20, mostly children Samoa measles outbreak kills 20, mostly children MELBOURNE: Deaths related to measles, mostly among small children, have more than tripled to 20 in the past week on the Pacific island of Samoa, the government has said... MELBOURNE: Deaths related to measles, mostly among small children, have more than tripled to 20 in... Environment 23 Nov, 2019
Surgeons gather in Kathmandu as spine symposium kicks off Surgeons gather in Kathmandu as spine symposium kicks off Kathmandu, November 22 Spine surgeons today stressed on maintaining healthy spine to live healthy life. Spine surgeons from various countries, who have gathered here... Kathmandu, November 22 Spine surgeons today stressed on maintaining healthy spine to live healthy... Environment 23 Nov, 2019
Bacteria-infected mosquitoes take bite out of deadly dengue Bacteria-infected mosquitoes take bite out of deadly dengue WASHINGTON: They still bite, but new research shows lab-grown mosquitoes are fighting dangerous dengue fever that they normally would spread. Dengue infections appear to... WASHINGTON: They still bite, but new research shows lab-grown mosquitoes are fighting dangerous dengue... Environment 22 Nov, 2019
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.
