Even when Africans want to visit Europe legally, rejection rates are high. Algeria is one example Even when Africans want to visit Europe legally, rejection rates are high. Algeria is... The study called the practices discriminatory and urged Schengen countries to reform them. The study called the practices discriminatory and urged Schengen countries to reform them. Lifestyle 13 Jun, 2024
President Joe Biden's son, Hunter Biden, is convicted of all 3 felonies in federal gun trial President Joe Biden's son, Hunter Biden, is convicted of all 3 felonies in federal... Hunter Biden left the courthouse holding hands with the first lady and his wife. Hunter Biden left the courthouse holding hands with the first lady and his wife. Lifestyle 11 Jun, 2024
What to know about the latest trial involving Amanda Knox What to know about the latest trial involving Amanda Knox Knox and Sollecito were convicted in their first trial but after another round of flip-flop verdicts, they were ultimately exonerated by Italy’s highest court in 2015. Knox and Sollecito were convicted in their first trial but after another round of flip-flop verdicts, they were ultimately exonerated by Italy’s highest court in 2015. Lifestyle 04 Jun, 2024
Globe-trotting anthropologist who drew comparisons to Indiana Jones dies at age 94 Globe-trotting anthropologist who drew comparisons to Indiana Jones dies at age 94 Schuyler Jones, a globe-trotting American anthropologist and adventurer whose exploits drew comparisons to iconic movie character Indiana Jones, has died. Schuyler Jones, a globe-trotting American anthropologist and adventurer whose exploits drew comparisons to iconic movie character Indiana Jones, has died. Lifestyle 26 May, 2024
Moon Pradhan from Nepal elected District Director of Toastmaster International's Nepal, North India district Moon Pradhan from Nepal elected District Director of Toastmaster International's... A Nepali woman has been elected the position of District Director of the Toastmasters International’s District 41 covering Nepal and Northern India, becoming the first female from Nepal to head the position. A Nepali woman has been elected the position of District Director of the Toastmasters International’s District 41 covering Nepal and Northern India, becoming the first female from Nepal to head the position. Lifestyle 19 May, 2024
Abu Dhabi, once an untapped desert city, sees its first brewery open as UAE relaxes its alcohol laws Abu Dhabi, once an untapped desert city, sees its first brewery open as UAE relaxes... Abu Dhabi represents a completely untapped market for Side Hustle. Abu Dhabi represents a completely untapped market for Side Hustle. Lifestyle 17 May, 2024
German ex-leader Angela Merkel's memoirs to be published in late November, titled 'Freedom' German ex-leader Angela Merkel's memoirs to be published in late November, titled... But her record has faced criticism as well since she stepped down, notably her approach to Ukraine and Russia. But her record has faced criticism as well since she stepped down, notably her approach to Ukraine and Russia. Lifestyle 13 May, 2024
Buddha's birthday: When is it and how is it celebrated in different countries? Buddha's birthday: When is it and how is it celebrated in different countries? In India and Nepal, sweet rice porridge is served on this day to recall the story of Sujata, a maiden who offered the Buddha a bowl of milk porridge. In India and Nepal, sweet rice porridge is served on this day to recall the story of Sujata, a maiden who offered the Buddha a bowl of milk porridge. Lifestyle 12 May, 2024
BOX: An unforeseen consequence BOX: An unforeseen consequence The ‘Aging Well in Asia’ report unveiled by the Asian Development Bank on Thursday has mentioned a report that found a large increase in allowances under a nationwide senior citizen programme in Nepal associated with reduced food consumption by women, even though it increased the likelihood of financial assistance by 64.4 per cent. The ‘Aging Well in Asia’ report unveiled by the Asian Development Bank on Thursday has mentioned a report that found a large increase in allowances under a nationwide senior citizen programme in Nepal associated with reduced food consumption by women, even though it increased the likelihood of financial assistance by 64.4 per cent. Lifestyle 03 May, 2024
Prepare now to help people age well: ADB Prepare now to help people age well: ADB The longer lifespans that reflect the development success of developing Asia and the Pacific are posing increasing challenges to secure the well-being of the rapidly ageing population. The longer lifespans that reflect the development success of developing Asia and the Pacific are posing increasing challenges to secure the well-being of the rapidly ageing population. Lifestyle 04 May, 2024
It started with a tweet. What if Harry Potter attended an HBCU? Now it's a book series It started with a tweet. What if Harry Potter attended an HBCU? Now it's a book... Williams talked to The Associated Press about how his tweet became a novel and his inspirations for “Blood at the Root.” Williams talked to The Associated Press about how his tweet became a novel and his inspirations for “Blood at the Root.” Lifestyle 03 May, 2024
Activist who fought for legal rights for Europe's largest saltwater lagoon wins 'Green Nobel' Activist who fought for legal rights for Europe's largest saltwater lagoon wins... Over the next several years, Vicente, now 61, led a grassroots campaign to save the region's ecological jewel from collapse. Over the next several years, Vicente, now 61, led a grassroots campaign to save the region's ecological jewel from collapse. Lifestyle 29 Apr, 2024
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
Business World Bank projects Nepal's growth to slow to 2.3% in FY26, cites Middle East conflict and domestic unrest Nepal's economic growth is projected to slow sharply to 2.3 percent in the current fiscal year from 4.6 percent in FY25, according to the World Bank's latest Nepal Development Update released on Wednesday, with the ongoing Middle East conflict and the lingering effects of the September 2025 domestic unrest cited as the primary factors.
Business Gold price drops by Rs 4,300 per tola after sharp surge Gold price in the domestic market fell by Rs 4,300 per tola on Thursday, a day after recording a sharp increase.
Kathmandu Former Home Minister Lekhak released on bail following court order Former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak has been released on bail after 13 days in custody, in line with a directive from the Supreme Court of Nepal.
Kathmandu Oli released on bail, handed over to family amid ongoing investigation Former Prime Minister and CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli has been released on bail and handed over to his family while undergoing treatment at hospital this morning.
Environment Regional conference in Lumbini highlights regenerative agriculture for sustainable future A three-day regional conference on deep regenerative agriculture concluded in Lumbini, emphasizing sustainable, nature-positive farming systems in the Eastern Himalayan region.
Business Ncell unveils Rs 699 unlimited combo pack, cuts price by 65% Ncell has introduced a new ‘Unlimited Combo Pack’ for prepaid customers, slashing the price of its bundled data and voice services by 65 percent to Rs 699.
Lifestyle Renew, recommit, rise: Why Toastmasters still matters today Twice every year, members of Toastmasters International are presented with a simple yet powerful choice: to renew their membership or to move on.
Opinion Verifiable Credentials: A digital lifeline Nepal can no longer ignore In a remote village of Nepal, Sharmila a bright young graduate sets out before sunrise. Her destination is not a workplace, but a government office miles away. She needs stamped copies of her academic certificates to apply for a job in Kathmandu.
Sports Harry Kane leads Bayern to 2-1 win over Real Madrid in 1st leg of Champions League quarterfinals Arsenal won 1-0 at Sporting Lisbon in the other quarterfinal on Tuesday.
