From Hollywood to the Himalayas

From Hollywood to the Himalayas

When Edgardo Zamora got a WhatsApp text from a friend inviting him to Nepal, he described the moment as ‘magical’.

When Edgardo Zamora got a WhatsApp text from a friend inviting him to Nepal, he described the moment as ‘magical’.

Lifestyle 23 Jun, 2025

UK lawmakers back a bill to allow terminally ill adults to end their lives

UK lawmakers back a bill to allow terminally ill adults to end their lives

The government has said it will respect the outcome.

The government has said it will respect the outcome.

Lifestyle 20 Jun, 2025

Listening was the skill I never knew I needed

Listening was the skill I never knew I needed

Recently, I completed my path in Dynamic Leadership with the final speech Reflect on Your Path. I spoke briefly about all the speeches I have ever delivered, what I learned from them, and how I carried those learnings into the next ones.

Recently, I completed my path in Dynamic Leadership with the final speech Reflect on Your Path. I spoke briefly about all the speeches I have ever delivered, what I learned from them, and how I carried those learnings into the next ones.

Lifestyle 19 Jun, 2025

David Beckham, Gary Oldman, Elaine Paige and others honored by King Charles III

David Beckham, Gary Oldman, Elaine Paige and others honored by King Charles III

Arise Sir David, Sir Gary and Sir Roger. And Dame Elaine, Dame Pat and Dame Penny.

Arise Sir David, Sir Gary and Sir Roger. And Dame Elaine, Dame Pat and Dame Penny.

Lifestyle 16 Jun, 2025

Saigrace chronicles his global storytelling journey in new book

Saigrace chronicles his global storytelling journey in new book

Popular storyteller Saigrace Pokharel has released his latest book, Saigrace: The Storyteller, marking a milestone in his remarkable journey and achievements in the world of storytelling.

Popular storyteller Saigrace Pokharel has released his latest book, Saigrace: The Storyteller, marking a milestone in his remarkable journey and achievements in the world of storytelling.

Lifestyle 16 Jun, 2025

Nepalaya launches Nepali translation of Nobel laureate Mo Yan's fiction

Nepalaya launches Nepali translation of Nobel laureate Mo Yan's fiction

The newly released volume comprises 19 fictional works by Mo Yan, including 17 short stories and two novellas.

The newly released volume comprises 19 fictional works by Mo Yan, including 17 short stories and two novellas.

Lifestyle 15 Jun, 2025

Building a High-Performance Toastmasters Club

Building a High-Performance Toastmasters Club

7 years ago, I started my Toastmasters journey as a member of Bodhi Toastmasters Club in Nepal.

7 years ago, I started my Toastmasters journey as a member of Bodhi Toastmasters Club in Nepal.

Lifestyle 12 Jun, 2025

'Day of the Jackal' author Frederick Forsyth dies at 86

'Day of the Jackal' author Frederick Forsyth dies at 86

Frederick Forsyth, the British author of “The Day of the Jackal" and other bestselling thrillers, has died after a brief illness, his literary agent said Monday. He was 86.

Frederick Forsyth, the British author of “The Day of the Jackal" and other bestselling thrillers, has died after a brief illness, his literary agent said Monday. He was 86.

Lifestyle 10 Jun, 2025

What is the Hajj pilgrimage and what is Eid al-Adha? Why are they significant for Muslims?

What is the Hajj pilgrimage and what is Eid al-Adha? Why are they significant for...

The Hajj occurs once a year during the lunar month of Dhul-Hijja, the 12th and final month of the Islamic calendar year.

The Hajj occurs once a year during the lunar month of Dhul-Hijja, the 12th and final month of the Islamic calendar year.

Lifestyle 01 Jun, 2025

The Courage to Live Your Dream

The Courage to Live Your Dream

If I was told in 2022 that I would one day be crowned the District 41 International Speech Contest Winner, I would have laughed, not because it was funny, but “impossible”, to someone like me.

If I was told in 2022 that I would one day be crowned the District 41 International Speech Contest Winner, I would have laughed, not because it was funny, but “impossible”, to someone like me.

Lifestyle 29 May, 2025

Kalash Rimal launches 'Shikshya Foundation' to uplift rural education

Kalash Rimal launches 'Shikshya Foundation' to uplift rural education

Kalash Rimal, the 16- year-old daughter of actress Jal Shah, has formally announced the establishment of her non-profit organization, Shikshya Foundation, aimed at supporting underprivileged children in remote areas of Nepal by providing them access of education.

Kalash Rimal, the 16- year-old daughter of actress Jal Shah, has formally announced the establishment of her non-profit organization, Shikshya Foundation, aimed at supporting underprivileged children in remote areas of Nepal by providing them access of education.

Lifestyle 28 May, 2025

Nepali, international artists join hands for Himalayan Art Camp

Nepali, international artists join hands for Himalayan Art Camp

The second edition of the Himalayan Art Camp, an artistic exploration and cultural exchange between Nepali and international artists, is nearing its end.

The second edition of the Himalayan Art Camp, an artistic exploration and cultural exchange between Nepali and international artists, is nearing its end.

Lifestyle 28 May, 2025

ORATION 2025 brings together Toastmasters from across district 41 for a memorable three-day event

ORATION 2025 brings together Toastmasters from across district 41 for a memorable...

Toastmasters from across District 41 came together for ORATION 2025, the district’s annual conference, held at Le Méridien, Gurgaon, Delhi NCR.

Toastmasters from across District 41 came together for ORATION 2025, the district’s annual conference, held at Le Méridien, Gurgaon, Delhi NCR.

Lifestyle 22 May, 2025

Healing at high altitudes: A purpose-driven trek across the Manaslu Circuit

Healing at high altitudes: A purpose-driven trek across the Manaslu Circuit

The mountains have always called to the soul of Nepal.

The mountains have always called to the soul of Nepal.

Lifestyle 20 May, 2025

Three Things to Remember When Giving Feedback

Three Things to Remember When Giving Feedback

There’s an adage Toastmasters members know by heart: feedback is the breakfast of champions.

There’s an adage Toastmasters members know by heart: feedback is the breakfast of champions.

Lifestyle 15 May, 2025

Slice of heritage, plate full of stories

Slice of heritage, plate full of stories

Melung Thakali in Baluwatar offers more than just a meal. Recommended for its comforting atmosphere, the restaurant provides a grounding experience after the pace of city life. The dishes served convey not only flavour but they are food presented as a story on a plate.

Melung Thakali in Baluwatar offers more than just a meal. Recommended for its comforting atmosphere, the restaurant provides a grounding experience after the pace of city life. The dishes served convey not only flavour but they are food presented as a story on a plate.

Lifestyle 15 May, 2025

Designer Prabal Gurung reflects on tough childhood, resilience and runway success in a new memoir

Designer Prabal Gurung reflects on tough childhood, resilience and runway success in...

Designer Prabal Gurung has always been a storyteller. First, it was through the colorful, Nepal-inspired designs that helped him find early success in the cutthroat fashion world. Now, he’s sharing his life story in words with his bold new memoir, “Walk Like A Girl.”

Designer Prabal Gurung has always been a storyteller. First, it was through the colorful, Nepal-inspired designs that helped him find early success in the cutthroat fashion world. Now, he’s sharing his life story in words with his bold new memoir, “Walk Like A Girl.”

Lifestyle 13 May, 2025

Spiritual master Samarthguru Siddharth Aulia arrives in Lalitpur; Launches "Dharma Dristi" and "Dhyan Yog" on Buddha Purnima

Spiritual master Samarthguru Siddharth Aulia arrives in Lalitpur; Launches "Dharma...

Spiritual master Samarthguru Siddharth Aulia was welcomed by over 300 devotees at Hotel Himalaya, Lalitpur, marking the start of a three-day retreat on the occasion of Buddha Purnima.

Spiritual master Samarthguru Siddharth Aulia was welcomed by over 300 devotees at Hotel Himalaya, Lalitpur, marking the start of a three-day retreat on the occasion of Buddha Purnima.

Lifestyle 12 May, 2025

Jeevan Kumar Prasain releases fifth book 'Kasto Cha Timilai'

Jeevan Kumar Prasain releases fifth book 'Kasto Cha Timilai'

Nepalaya Publication has released acclaimed author Jeevan Kumar Prasai’s fifth book, 'Kasto Cha Timilai', during a two-day book fair held on Saturday.

Nepalaya Publication has released acclaimed author Jeevan Kumar Prasai’s fifth book, 'Kasto Cha Timilai', during a two-day book fair held on Saturday.

Lifestyle 12 May, 2025

'No pizza means no life'

'No pizza means no life'

Last weekend, the food aficionados in the Capital got a rare and unique opportunity to savour authentic Italian pizzas in a pop-up event put up by Luca Appino and Michele Fernando.

Last weekend, the food aficionados in the Capital got a rare and unique opportunity to savour authentic Italian pizzas in a pop-up event put up by Luca Appino and Michele Fernando.

Lifestyle 11 May, 2025