Two members leave Nobel literature committee, lamenting slow pace of change Two members leave Nobel literature committee, lamenting slow pace of change STOCKHOLM: Two external members of the Nobel literature prize committee quit on Monday, with one of them saying the work to reform the scandal-hit Swedish Academy was... STOCKHOLM: Two external members of the Nobel literature prize committee quit on Monday, with one of them... Art & Culture 02 Dec, 2019
Students stage global strikes to pressure UN climate summit Students stage global strikes to pressure UN climate summit LISBON: Thousands of people in Asia and Europe joined rallies demanding more action on climate change on Friday, aiming to force political leaders to come up with urgent... LISBON: Thousands of people in Asia and Europe joined rallies demanding more action on climate change on... Art & Culture 29 Nov, 2019
Indonesian gymnast dropped after told 'she's no longer a virgin' Indonesian gymnast dropped after told 'she's no longer a virgin' KUALA LUMPUR: An Indonesian female gymnast training for a major sport event has been sent home on grounds she was no longer a virgin, her family said on Friday, a claim... KUALA LUMPUR: An Indonesian female gymnast training for a major sport event has been sent home on grounds... Art & Culture 29 Nov, 2019
Going green? Does offsetting carbon emissions count? Going green? Does offsetting carbon emissions count? LONDON: Among the most hotly contested topics at international climate change talks in Madrid on December 2-13 will be the role of market-based mechanisms for reducing... LONDON: Among the most hotly contested topics at international climate change talks in Madrid on... Art & Culture 27 Nov, 2019
Greenhouse gases surge to record in 2018, exceeding 10-yr average rate: UN Greenhouse gases surge to record in 2018, exceeding 10-yr average rate: UN GENEVA: Greenhouse gases in the atmosphere hit a new record in 2018, rising faster than the average rise of the last decade and cementing increasingly damaging weather... GENEVA: Greenhouse gases in the atmosphere hit a new record in 2018, rising faster than the average... Art & Culture 25 Nov, 2019
Sydney gasps for air as Australia bushfire smoke reaches record levels Sydney gasps for air as Australia bushfire smoke reaches record levels MELBOURNE: The Australian state of New South Wales is gasping under the worst levels of air pollution recorded as smoke from widespread bushfires causes a spike in hospital... MELBOURNE: The Australian state of New South Wales is gasping under the worst levels of air pollution... Art & Culture 22 Nov, 2019
Greener, longer life: More trees reduce premature deaths in cities Greener, longer life: More trees reduce premature deaths in cities TBILISI: City dwellers tend to live longer if they are in leafy neighbourhoods, according to a study published on Wednesday that linked green areas to lower rates of... TBILISI: City dwellers tend to live longer if they are in leafy neighbourhoods, according to a study... Art & Culture 21 Nov, 2019
Five global deforestation hotspots as Brazil reveals Amazon spike Five global deforestation hotspots as Brazil reveals Amazon spike LONDON: A sharp rise in deforestation in Brazil's Amazon rainforest drew global concern this week, spotlighting the environmental impact of the loss of huge swathes of... LONDON: A sharp rise in deforestation in Brazil's Amazon rainforest drew global concern this week,... Art & Culture 20 Nov, 2019
Smoke shrouds Sydney’s skyline as wildfires burn nearby Smoke shrouds Sydney’s skyline as wildfires burn nearby SYDNEY: Thick smoke from wildfires has shrouded Sydney and its surrounding areas with health experts warning residents with medical conditions to remain... SYDNEY: Thick smoke from wildfires has shrouded Sydney and its surrounding areas with health... Art & Culture 19 Nov, 2019
Nepal's Raaika Tours and Treks wins prestigious 'Int'l Hospitality and Travel Awards 2019' Nepal's Raaika Tours and Treks wins prestigious 'Int'l Hospitality and Travel Awards... KATHMANDU: Nepal's Raaika Tours and Treks has bagged the prestigious '15th Annual International Hospitality and Travel Awards 2019' held at Ashoka Hotel in New Delhi,... KATHMANDU: Nepal's Raaika Tours and Treks has bagged the prestigious '15th Annual International... Art & Culture 18 Nov, 2019
Prince Andrew sex claim scandal overshadows UK election campaign Prince Andrew sex claim scandal overshadows UK election campaign LONDON: A sex claim scandal involving Prince Andrew overshadowed Britain's election campaign on Monday when Queen Elizabeth's second son faced a backlash after a... LONDON: A sex claim scandal involving Prince Andrew overshadowed Britain's election campaign on... Art & Culture 18 Nov, 2019
Nabin Kalashree award to Manandhar Nabin Kalashree award to Manandhar KATHMANDU: The first-ever Nabin Kalashree prize is to be presented to artist Kiran Manandhar by Artist Chettra Lal Kayastha Academy, Pokhara. Manandhar is receiving the... KATHMANDU: The first-ever Nabin Kalashree prize is to be presented to artist Kiran Manandhar by Artist... Art & Culture 16 Nov, 2019
Baking cities advance 'slowly' in race against rising heat threat Baking cities advance 'slowly' in race against rising heat threat LONDON: With urban populations surging around the world, cities will struggle to keep residents safe from fast-growing heat risks turbo-charged by climate change,... LONDON: With urban populations surging around the world, cities will struggle to keep residents safe... Art & Culture 16 Nov, 2019
Bushfires rage across Australia's east and west as danger rises Bushfires rage across Australia's east and west as danger rises MELBOURNE: Dozens of wild fires burned across broad swaths of Australia's east and west on Saturday and firefighters scrambled to shore up defences ahead of hotter weather... MELBOURNE: Dozens of wild fires burned across broad swaths of Australia's east and west on Saturday and... Art & Culture 16 Nov, 2019
We are human and want to have sex too, disabled women say We are human and want to have sex too, disabled women say NAIROBI: Disabled women around the world are being denied basic health services from family planning advice to pap smears because they are seen as asexual, disability... NAIROBI: Disabled women around the world are being denied basic health services from family planning... Art & Culture 14 Nov, 2019
Warmer world is unhealthier place for children: Doctors Warmer world is unhealthier place for children: Doctors WASHINGTON: Children are growing up in a warmer world that will hit them with more and different health problems than their parents experienced, an international report by... WASHINGTON: Children are growing up in a warmer world that will hit them with more and different health... Art & Culture 14 Nov, 2019
"Women key to revolutionise Nepali politics" "Women key to revolutionise Nepali politics" "If a woman is a non-conformist and speaks about issues that are uncomfortable, she will surely be targeted," says Manushi Yami Bhattarai, who is a central committee member... "If a woman is a non-conformist and speaks about issues that are uncomfortable, she will surely be... Art & Culture 13 Nov, 2019
World leaders vow to advance ICPD agenda as historic Nairobi Summit opens World leaders vow to advance ICPD agenda as historic Nairobi Summit opens NAIROBI, KENYA: World leaders, representatives of non-governmental organisations, young people, business leaders and community groups have unveiled their commitments to end... NAIROBI, KENYA: World leaders, representatives of non-governmental organisations, young people, business... Art & Culture 13 Nov, 2019
Afghan capital's air pollution may be even deadlier than war Afghan capital's air pollution may be even deadlier than war KABUL: Yousuf fled with his family from his home in eastern Afghanistan eight years ago to escape the war, but he couldn't escape tragedy. In the capital, Kabul, five of... KABUL: Yousuf fled with his family from his home in eastern Afghanistan eight years ago to escape the... Art & Culture 13 Nov, 2019
Air quality sinks to 'severe' in haze-shrouded New Delhi Air quality sinks to 'severe' in haze-shrouded New Delhi NEW DELHI: A thick haze of polluted air hung over India's capital Tuesday, with authorities trying to tackle the problem by sprinkling water to settle dust and banning... NEW DELHI: A thick haze of polluted air hung over India's capital Tuesday, with authorities trying to... Art & Culture 12 Nov, 2019
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.
Kathmandu Nepal welcomes US–Iran two-week ceasefire, urges continued dialogue In a statement, the government said the agreement provides an important opportunity for dialogue, diplomacy, and the peaceful resolution of differences.
Kathmandu Prez Paudel to address joint session of Federal Parliament on Friday President Ramchandra Paudel is set to address a joint session of both Houses of the Federal Parliament on Friday.
