Would you like a cicada salad? The monstrous little noisemakers descend on a New Orleans menu Would you like a cicada salad? The monstrous little noisemakers descend on a New... Periodical cicadas stay buried for years, until they surface and take over a landscape. Periodical cicadas stay buried for years, until they surface and take over a landscape. Lifestyle 19 Apr, 2024
Transgender inclusion? World's major religions take varying stances on policies toward trans people Transgender inclusion? World's major religions take varying stances on policies... In Islam, there isn’t a single central religious authority and policies can vary in different regions. In Islam, there isn’t a single central religious authority and policies can vary in different regions. Lifestyle 10 Apr, 2024
Unique experiences, shared memories of ink tales Unique experiences, shared memories of ink tales As the last day of the 11th International Nepal Tattoo Convention headed towards its end, the ambience got busier as the crowd eagerly waited for one of the thrilling performances of the day — piercing. As the last day of the 11th International Nepal Tattoo Convention headed towards its end, the ambience got busier as the crowd eagerly waited for one of the thrilling performances of the day — piercing. Lifestyle 08 Apr, 2024
Spreading energy and art Spreading energy and art Organising an event continuously for 11th edition is not an easy feat — you get discouraged, challenges tend to crumble you, and you may get bored too. Organising an event continuously for 11th edition is not an easy feat — you get discouraged, challenges tend to crumble you, and you may get bored too. Lifestyle 07 Apr, 2024
Connections forged in ink Connections forged in ink As the needle pierced the skin with the buzzing sound of tattoo machine, some endured it comfortably, some let out a shiver, and some just created different facial expressions to tolerate the pain. As the needle pierced the skin with the buzzing sound of tattoo machine, some endured it comfortably, some let out a shiver, and some just created different facial expressions to tolerate the pain. Lifestyle 07 Apr, 2024
Taking Nepali tattoo scene to the next level Taking Nepali tattoo scene to the next level Promoting tattoo as an art form of Nepal and displaying its rich culture, the three-day tattoo extravaganza — 11th International Nepal Tattoo Convention kicked off at Heritage Garden Sanepa, on April 5. Promoting tattoo as an art form of Nepal and displaying its rich culture, the three-day tattoo extravaganza — 11th International Nepal Tattoo Convention kicked off at Heritage Garden Sanepa, on April 5. Lifestyle 06 Apr, 2024
JB Darlami's novel 'Marikhola Ko Dhungo' launched JB Darlami's novel 'Marikhola Ko Dhungo' launched Nepalaya, the book publishing house, has launched author JB Darlami's novel "Marikhola ko Dhungo" amidst a special ceremony in Kathmandu. Nepalaya, the book publishing house, has launched author JB Darlami's novel "Marikhola ko Dhungo" amidst a special ceremony in Kathmandu. Lifestyle 07 Apr, 2024
Tasting menu extravaganza Tasting menu extravaganza Going out for fine dining is an exciting idea, but choosing what to eat at times becomes confusing. Going out for fine dining is an exciting idea, but choosing what to eat at times becomes confusing. Lifestyle 28 Mar, 2024
Cancer often requires more than one treatment − an oncologist explains why some patients like Kate Middleton receive both... Cancer often requires more than one treatment − an oncologist explains why some... Oncologist Alexander Olawaiye of the University of Pittsburgh explains what factors doctors take into account when devising a cancer treatment plan. Oncologist Alexander Olawaiye of the University of Pittsburgh explains what factors doctors take into account when devising a cancer treatment plan. Lifestyle 27 Mar, 2024
Those Godzilla claw shoes on the Oscars red carpet are just one of Hazama's 'dark fantasy' creations Those Godzilla claw shoes on the Oscars red carpet are just one of Hazama's... One Japanese creation grabbing attention on the Oscars red carpet wasn't a movie: the kitsch shoes that seemed to be clenched in Godzilla's claw. One Japanese creation grabbing attention on the Oscars red carpet wasn't a movie: the kitsch shoes that seemed to be clenched in Godzilla's claw. Lifestyle 27 Mar, 2024
Fasting at school? More Muslim students in the US are getting support during Ramadan Fasting at school? More Muslim students in the US are getting support during Ramadan Many districts “don’t know very much about Islam or any of our holidays,” said Maha Elgenaidi, the group’s executive director. Many districts “don’t know very much about Islam or any of our holidays,” said Maha Elgenaidi, the group’s executive director. Lifestyle 17 Mar, 2024
Sustainability and existential philosophy on display Sustainability and existential philosophy on display The Kala Salon in Thamel is currently the epicentre of artistic discourse in the Valley as it hosts two thought-provoking exhibitions, ‘Foraging Chroma’ by Meena Gurung, and ‘From Zero to Sunya’ by Cinzia, which commenced on March 10. The Kala Salon in Thamel is currently the epicentre of artistic discourse in the Valley as it hosts two thought-provoking exhibitions, ‘Foraging Chroma’ by Meena Gurung, and ‘From Zero to Sunya’ by Cinzia, which commenced on March 10. Lifestyle 14 Mar, 2024
Rupert Murdoch, 92, plans to marry for 5th time Rupert Murdoch, 92, plans to marry for 5th time He plans to marry Elena Zhukova, 67, a Russian-born retired scientist he met last year. He plans to marry Elena Zhukova, 67, a Russian-born retired scientist he met last year. Lifestyle 10 Mar, 2024
What is Ramadan and how do Muslims observe the Islamic holy month? What is Ramadan and how do Muslims observe the Islamic holy month? Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar; the month cycles through the seasons. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar; the month cycles through the seasons. Lifestyle 08 Mar, 2024
Chopin lovers can't meet their hero, but this pianist got to do the next best thing Chopin lovers can't meet their hero, but this pianist got to do the next best... Pianist Eric Guo did everything but travel through time to commune with Chopin. Pianist Eric Guo did everything but travel through time to commune with Chopin. Lifestyle 06 Mar, 2024
Nepalaya releases historic narrative "Bahadur Shah" Nepalaya releases historic narrative "Bahadur Shah" Nepalaya, a prominent book publication house, has unveiled a new book titled 'Bahadur Shah,' shedding light on significant yet overlooked figures in the nation's history. Nepalaya, a prominent book publication house, has unveiled a new book titled 'Bahadur Shah,' shedding light on significant yet overlooked figures in the nation's history. Lifestyle 04 Mar, 2024
Last surviving member of the first team to conquer Mount Everest says it is crowded and dirty now Last surviving member of the first team to conquer Mount Everest says it is crowded... Kanchha was just a young man when he joined the Hillary-Tenzing expedition. Kanchha was just a young man when he joined the Hillary-Tenzing expedition. Lifestyle 03 Mar, 2024
Zuckerberg meets LG, Samsung chiefs in Seoul as Meta ramps up AI ambitions Zuckerberg meets LG, Samsung chiefs in Seoul as Meta ramps up AI ambitions Kim said Zuckerberg will also likely talk with Samsung about producing Meta-exclusive chips to ease its reliance on the AI chip market-dominant NVIDIA. Kim said Zuckerberg will also likely talk with Samsung about producing Meta-exclusive chips to ease its reliance on the AI chip market-dominant NVIDIA. Lifestyle 28 Feb, 2024
Reimagine: Himalayan Art Now, the Rubin Museum's final exhibition Reimagine: Himalayan Art Now, the Rubin Museum's final exhibition The Rubin Museum of Art is organizing its final exhibition at its 17th street location in New York, USA from March 15. The Rubin Museum of Art is organizing its final exhibition at its 17th street location in New York, USA from March 15. Lifestyle 28 Feb, 2024
In water-stressed Singapore, a search for new solutions to keep the taps flowing In water-stressed Singapore, a search for new solutions to keep the taps flowing Despite the leaps that Singapore has made in its journey for water security, Seah warns that continued progress is essential for the island. Despite the leaps that Singapore has made in its journey for water security, Seah warns that continued progress is essential for the island. Lifestyle 26 Feb, 2024
Sports Man City beats Brighton 4-0 to stay on course for another Premier League title. Phil Foden scores 2 Win all five of those games and City is the champion again.
Sports Robinson and O'Rourke lead New Zealand to 4-run win over Pakistan in 4th T20 The final game of the series will be played in Lahore on Saturday.
World US announces new Patriot missiles for Ukraine as part of new $6 billion aid package Senior US officials have described dire battlefield conditions in Ukraine, as troops run low on munitions and Russian forces make gains.
World India votes in second phase of national elections with Modi's BJP as front-runner Hindus make up 80% of India's 1.4 billion people, while Muslims account for 14% and Christians and Sikhs 2% each.
Business World's cheapest hydrogen energy could be produced in Nepal Stakeholders and experts emphasized the need to focus on the production of alternative energy, including hydrogen energy, solar energy, and wind energy, alongside hydroelectricity in Nepal.
Kathmandu EC calls for exercising franchise in by-elections In a press note issued on Friday, the EC urged voters from the respective constituencies to cast their votes between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm.
Nepal PM Dahal stresses on reforms in university curriculum to stop brain drain Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' has pointed out the need of making timely reforms in the educational curriculum to stop the brain drain.
World These are the countries where TikTok is already banned TikTok is in the crosshairs of authorities in the U.S., where new legislation threatens a nationwide ban unless its China-based parent ByteDance divests. It would be the biggest blow yet to the popular video-sharing app, which has faced various restrictions around the world.
Kathmandu Pariyar receives Badri Pahari Social Service Award Human rights activist Bishnumaya Pariyar was awarded the Badri Pahari Social Service Award last Saturday in Kathmandu.