Plastic from burlap? Bangladesh invents a green throw-away bag Plastic from burlap? Bangladesh invents a green throw-away bag DHAKA: As countries around the world try to cut down on throw-away plastic shopping bags, Bangladesh is hoping to cash in on an alternative: plastic-like bags made from... DHAKA: As countries around the world try to cut down on throw-away plastic shopping bags, Bangladesh... Art & Culture 23 Jul, 2019
1,800 firefighters battle wildfires in central Portugal 1,800 firefighters battle wildfires in central Portugal LISBON: About 1,800 firefighters were struggling to contain wildfires in central Portugal that have already injured 20 people, including eight firefighters, authorities... LISBON: About 1,800 firefighters were struggling to contain wildfires in central Portugal that have... Art & Culture 22 Jul, 2019
Time has come to act on climate change Time has come to act on climate change The time has come to discuss and act upon climate change. There have been different views in the country as well as globally regarding climate conditions for a... The time has come to discuss and act upon climate change. There have been different views in the... Art & Culture 22 Jul, 2019
Pakistan allows consular access to convicted Indian spy after world court ruling Pakistan allows consular access to convicted Indian spy after world court ruling ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has ordered consular access for Kulbhushan Jadhav, a former Indian naval commander condemned to death for spying, following a decision this week by... ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has ordered consular access for Kulbhushan Jadhav, a former Indian naval... Art & Culture 21 Jul, 2019
American crocodiles thriving outside nuclear plant American crocodiles thriving outside nuclear plant MIAMI: American crocodiles, once headed toward extinction, are thriving at an unusual spot — the canals surrounding a South Florida nuclear plant. Last week, 73... MIAMI: American crocodiles, once headed toward extinction, are thriving at an unusual spot — the canals... Art & Culture 21 Jul, 2019
‘Survive, not enjoy’: Heat, humidity gripping half the US ‘Survive, not enjoy’: Heat, humidity gripping half the US NEW YORK: Americans from Texas to Maine sweated out a steamy Saturday as a heat wave cancelled events from festivals to horse races, chased baseball fans out of their seats... NEW YORK: Americans from Texas to Maine sweated out a steamy Saturday as a heat wave cancelled events... Art & Culture 21 Jul, 2019
The heat goes on: June toastiest on record, July may follow The heat goes on: June toastiest on record, July may follow WASHINGTON: The heat goes on: Earth sizzled to its hottest June on record as the climate keeps going to extremes. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration... WASHINGTON: The heat goes on: Earth sizzled to its hottest June on record as the climate keeps going to... Art & Culture 19 Jul, 2019
New York’s climate plan will drive big changes, if it works New York’s climate plan will drive big changes, if it works ALBANY, NEW YORK: Solar panels on every roof. Parking meters that double as car chargers. Wind turbines towering above farm fields and ocean waves. A new law signed... ALBANY, NEW YORK: Solar panels on every roof. Parking meters that double as car chargers. Wind turbines... Art & Culture 19 Jul, 2019
Does renewables pioneer Germany risk running out of power? Does renewables pioneer Germany risk running out of power? FRANKFURT: Germany, a poster child for responsible energy, is renouncing nuclear and coal. The problem is, say, many power producers and grid operators, it may struggle to... FRANKFURT: Germany, a poster child for responsible energy, is renouncing nuclear and coal. The problem... Art & Culture 18 Jul, 2019
Climate activists disrupt British cities with 'summer uprising' Climate activists disrupt British cities with 'summer uprising' The Extinction Rebellion group disrupted London with 11 days of protests in April that it cast as the biggest act of civil disobedience in recent British history.... The Extinction Rebellion group disrupted London with 11 days of protests in April that it cast as the... Art & Culture 15 Jul, 2019
California exhibit paints Ed Hardy as artist, tattoo pioneer California exhibit paints Ed Hardy as artist, tattoo pioneer SAN FRANCISCO: When people hear the name Ed Hardy, they likely think of the flashy, tiger- and skull-emblazoned clothing that rocketed to popularity in the 2000s, appearing... SAN FRANCISCO: When people hear the name Ed Hardy, they likely think of the flashy, tiger- and... Art & Culture 13 Jul, 2019
Tropical storm, river flooding hammer Gulf environment Tropical storm, river flooding hammer Gulf environment Tropical Storm Barry could affect the environment of the Gulf Coast and Lower Mississippi Valley in numerous ways, from accelerating runoff of farmland nutrients to... Tropical Storm Barry could affect the environment of the Gulf Coast and Lower Mississippi Valley in... Art & Culture 13 Jul, 2019
Alex Morgan, US women’s soccer team honoured at The ESPYS Alex Morgan, US women’s soccer team honoured at The ESPYS LOS ANGELES: The US women’s national soccer team celebrated its Women’s World Cup victory on both coasts Wednesday, honoured with a ticker tape parade in New York... LOS ANGELES: The US women’s national soccer team celebrated its Women’s World Cup victory on both... Art & Culture 11 Jul, 2019
9 deer at famed park in Japan die after eating plastic bags 9 deer at famed park in Japan die after eating plastic bags TOKYO: Nine deer at a famed park in western Japan have died recently after swallowing plastic bags. Nara Park has more than 1,000 deer, and tourists can feed them... TOKYO: Nine deer at a famed park in western Japan have died recently after swallowing plastic... Art & Culture 11 Jul, 2019
Thousands of schools and universities declare 'climate emergency' Thousands of schools and universities declare 'climate emergency' NEW YORK: More than 7,000 colleges, universities, technical schools and community colleges from around the world declared a climate emergency in a joint letter which... NEW YORK: More than 7,000 colleges, universities, technical schools and community colleges from... Art & Culture 11 Jul, 2019
From Nazis to hippies: end of the road for Volkswagen Beetle From Nazis to hippies: end of the road for Volkswagen Beetle FRANKFURT: Volkswagen is halting production of the last version of its Beetle model this week at its plant in Puebla, Mexico. It's the end of the road for a vehicle that... FRANKFURT: Volkswagen is halting production of the last version of its Beetle model this week at its... Art & Culture 09 Jul, 2019
In Japan, the business of watching whales is far larger than hunting them In Japan, the business of watching whales is far larger than hunting them RAUSU, JAPAN: People packed the decks of the Japanese whale-watching boat, screaming in joy as a pod of orcas put on a show: splashing tails at each other, rolling over,... RAUSU, JAPAN: People packed the decks of the Japanese whale-watching boat, screaming in joy as a pod of... Art & Culture 09 Jul, 2019
The Art of a Spiritual Era Brightens All Living Things: The Art of Dachan World Tour Exhibition Comes to France The Art of a Spiritual Era Brightens All Living Things: The Art of Dachan World Tour... PARIS: The 'TongXi' concert, a crucial event of The Art of a Spiritual Era Brightens All Living Things: The Art of Dachan World Tour Exhibition was held on July 1st, 2019... PARIS: The 'TongXi' concert, a crucial event of The Art of a Spiritual Era Brightens All Living Things:... Art & Culture 08 Jul, 2019
Royal baby Archie christened at private Windsor ceremony Royal baby Archie christened at private Windsor ceremony LONDON: The youngest member of Britain’s royal family, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, was christened at Windsor Castle on Saturday in a private ceremony — too... LONDON: The youngest member of Britain’s royal family, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, was... Art & Culture 07 Jul, 2019
Experts warn of ‘dead zone’ in Chesapeake Bay from pollution Experts warn of ‘dead zone’ in Chesapeake Bay from pollution CONOWINGO: When the Conowingo Dam opened to fanfare nearly a century ago, the massive wall of concrete and steel began its job of harnessing water power in northern... CONOWINGO: When the Conowingo Dam opened to fanfare nearly a century ago, the massive wall of concrete... Art & Culture 07 Jul, 2019
Nepal Will not let off anyone involved in cooperative fraud: Minister Gurung Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Prithvi Subba Gurung, has said that the government would not let anyone off named in the report of the Parliamentary Investigation Committee on Cooperative Fraud.
World Azerbaijani airliner with 67 people onboard crashes in Kazakhstan leaving 32 survivors An Azerbaijani airliner with 67 people onboard crashed Wednesday in the Kazakhstani city of Aktau, leaving at least 32 survivors, according to officials. More than 30 people are likely dead.
Kathmandu Second edition of Tenzing Norgay Sherpa Open Climbing Competition scheduled for January The second edition of the Tenzing Norgay Sherpa Open Climbing Competition is set to take place on January 29 and 30.
Kathmandu Kathmandu Valley weather: Cold morning, clearer skies expected today Kathmandu Valley is currently experiencing cloudy weather due to the influence of a westerly low-pressure system and westerly winds.
Nepal Sexual and gender minorities trapped, abused and ignored by Nepal Sexual and gender minorities (SGM) and LGBTIQA+ continue to face criminalisation in 64 countries around the world. 12 countries have the death penalty for same-sex relationships.
Lifestyle The Himalayan Times' 'Light Up Lives This Christmas' brings joy to children Spreading holiday cheer to children in local orphanages across the Capital, 'Light Up Lives This Christmas', an initiative of The Himalayan Times concluded on December 24.
Nepal Philanthropic THT journalist Prakash Singh comes to the rescue of needy people Jaula Devi Budha, 40, of Bajura’s Tribeni Municipality had gone to Bharatpur Cancer Hospital of Chitwan for her treatment.
Opinion Splendid performance of NPL: Even in the maiden attempt Nepal Premier League (NPL), the brainchild of the Cricket Association of Nepal, (CAN) has brought cheers to the countrymen at a time when they are worried by their country's virtual passing through the precipice of political and more particularly economic disaster.
Nepal Rare Black-headed Bunting recorded for the first time in Chitwan district A significant milestone in ornithological documentation was achieved on December 22, as the Black-headed Bunting (Brambling in English), a rare and irregular winter visitor to Nepal, was recorded in Chitwan district for the very first time.
