WhatsApp Web and Desktop now require biometric authentication before device linking WhatsApp Web and Desktop now require biometric authentication before device linking WhatsApp is adding an extra layer of security for logging into WhatsApp Web and desktop app. WhatsApp is adding an extra layer of security for logging into WhatsApp Web and desktop app. Science and Tech 29 Jan, 2021
Facebook Q4 results soar; Zuckerberg hits Apple over privacy Facebook Q4 results soar; Zuckerberg hits Apple over privacy Facebook capped a tumultuous 2020 with soaring earnings in the final quarter, but the company forecast challenges in 2021 that include a coming privacy update by Apple that could limit the social network's ad targeting capabilities. Facebook capped a tumultuous 2020 with soaring earnings in the final quarter, but the company forecast challenges in 2021 that include a coming privacy update by Apple that could limit the social network's ad targeting capabilities. Science and Tech 28 Jan, 2021
Need a lift? SpaceX launches record spacecraft in cosmic rideshare program Need a lift? SpaceX launches record spacecraft in cosmic rideshare program A veteran rocket from billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk’s SpaceX aerospace company launched 143 spacecraft into space on Sunday, a new record for the most spaceships deployed on a single mission, according to the company. A veteran rocket from billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk’s SpaceX aerospace company launched 143 spacecraft into space on Sunday, a new record for the most spaceships deployed on a single mission, according to the company. Science and Tech 27 Jan, 2021
Personal details of 2.28 million users of dating site MeetMindful compromised Personal details of 2.28 million users of dating site MeetMindful compromised Privacy of as many as 2.28 million users of the online dating site MeetMindful has been compromised following publication of personal user data online on January 20, on Tuesday. Privacy of as many as 2.28 million users of the online dating site MeetMindful has been compromised following publication of personal user data online on January 20, on Tuesday. Science and Tech 27 Jan, 2021
Moderna says COVID-19 vaccine apparently effective against UK, South Africa variants Moderna says COVID-19 vaccine apparently effective against UK, South Africa variants US-based pharmaceutical and biotechnology company Moderna said on Monday that its vaccine is apparently effective in neutralising the UK and South Africa variants of COVID-19. US-based pharmaceutical and biotechnology company Moderna said on Monday that its vaccine is apparently effective in neutralising the UK and South Africa variants of COVID-19. Science and Tech 27 Jan, 2021
1st private space crew paying $55M each to fly to station 1st private space crew paying $55M each to fly to station The first private space station crew was introduced Tuesday: Three men who are each paying $55 million to fly on a SpaceX rocket. The first private space station crew was introduced Tuesday: Three men who are each paying $55 million to fly on a SpaceX rocket. Science and Tech 27 Jan, 2021
1st private space crew paying $55M each to fly to station 1st private space crew paying $55M each to fly to station CAPE CANAVERAL: The first private space station crew was introduced Tuesday: Three men who are each paying $55 million to fly on a SpaceX rocket. They'll be led by a... CAPE CANAVERAL: The first private space station crew was introduced Tuesday: Three men who are each... Mobile & Apps 27 Jan, 2021
Moderna says COVID-19 vaccine apparently effective against UK, South Africa variants Moderna says COVID-19 vaccine apparently effective against UK, South Africa variants KATHMANDU: US-based pharmaceutical and biotechnology company Moderna said on Monday that its vaccine is apparently effective in neutralising the UK and South Africa... KATHMANDU: US-based pharmaceutical and biotechnology company Moderna said on Monday that its vaccine is... Mobile & Apps 25 Jan, 2021
Personal details of 2.28 million users of dating site MeetMindful compromised Personal details of 2.28 million users of dating site MeetMindful compromised KATHMANDU: Privacy of as many as 2.28 million users of the online dating site MeetMindful has been compromised following publication of personal user data online on January... KATHMANDU: Privacy of as many as 2.28 million users of the online dating site MeetMindful has been... Mobile & Apps 25 Jan, 2021
Need a lift? SpaceX launches record spacecraft in cosmic rideshare program Need a lift? SpaceX launches record spacecraft in cosmic rideshare program A veteran rocket from billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk’s SpaceX aerospace company launched 143 spacecraft into space on Sunday, a new record for the most spaceships... A veteran rocket from billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk’s SpaceX aerospace company launched 143... Mobile & Apps 25 Jan, 2021
China's Chang'e 5 probe up for a new mission, to the sun China's Chang'e 5 probe up for a new mission, to the sun KATHMANDU: China stunned everyone last month when its lunar probe, Chang'e 5, succeeded to bring rocks and dust from the moon -- world's first lunar sample-return mission... KATHMANDU: China stunned everyone last month when its lunar probe, Chang'e 5, succeeded to bring rocks... Mobile & Apps 23 Jan, 2021
Privacy fears as Indian city readies facial recognition to spot harassed women Privacy fears as Indian city readies facial recognition to spot harassed women A plan to monitor women's expressions with facial recognition technology to prevent street harassment in a north Indian city, will lead to intrusive policing and privacy... A plan to monitor women's expressions with facial recognition technology to prevent street harassment in... Mobile & Apps 23 Jan, 2021
UK chief scientist says new virus variant may be more deadly UK chief scientist says new virus variant may be more deadly LONDON: There is some evidence that a new coronavirus variant first identified in southeast England carries a higher risk of death than the original strain, the British... LONDON: There is some evidence that a new coronavirus variant first identified in southeast England... Mobile & Apps 23 Jan, 2021
New Patagonian dinosaur may be largest yet: Scientists New Patagonian dinosaur may be largest yet: Scientists BUENOS AIRES, JANUARY 22 Scientists have unearthed massive, 98-million-year-old fossils in southwest Argentina they say may have belonged to the largest dinosaur ever... BUENOS AIRES, JANUARY 22 Scientists have unearthed massive, 98-million-year-old fossils in southwest... Mobile & Apps 23 Jan, 2021
Fauci credits Biden for letting 'the science speak' as new administration puts focus on virus Fauci credits Biden for letting 'the science speak' as new administration puts focus... WASHINGTON: President Joe Biden unveiled sweeping measures to battle COVID-19 on his first full day in office on Thursday, with his chief medical adviser, Anthony Fauci,... WASHINGTON: President Joe Biden unveiled sweeping measures to battle COVID-19 on his first full day in... Mobile & Apps 22 Jan, 2021
German researchers make paralysed mice walk again German researchers make paralysed mice walk again BERLIN: German researchers have enabled mice paralysed after spinal cord injuries to walk again, re-establishing a neural link hitherto considered irreparable in mammals by... BERLIN: German researchers have enabled mice paralysed after spinal cord injuries to walk again,... Mobile & Apps 22 Jan, 2021
Chinese scientists develop gene therapy which could delay ageing Chinese scientists develop gene therapy which could delay ageing BEIJING: Scientists in Beijing have developed a new gene therapy which can reverse some of the effects of ageing in mice and extend their lifespans, findings which may one... BEIJING: Scientists in Beijing have developed a new gene therapy which can reverse some of the effects of... Mobile & Apps 20 Jan, 2021
India asks Facebook's WhatsApp to withdraw privacy policy update India asks Facebook's WhatsApp to withdraw privacy policy update NEW DELHI: India’s technology ministry has asked WhatsApp to withdraw changes to its privacy policy the messaging platform announced earlier this month, saying the new... NEW DELHI: India’s technology ministry has asked WhatsApp to withdraw changes to its privacy policy the... Mobile & Apps 20 Jan, 2021
Facebook to ban ads promoting weapon accessories, protective gear in US Facebook to ban ads promoting weapon accessories, protective gear in US Facebook Inc said on Saturday it will ban advertisements for weapon accessories and protective equipment in the United States with immediate effect until at least two days... Facebook Inc said on Saturday it will ban advertisements for weapon accessories and protective equipment... Mobile & Apps 17 Jan, 2021
NASA's Boeing moon rocket cuts short 'once-in-a-generation' ground test NASA's Boeing moon rocket cuts short 'once-in-a-generation' ground test WASHINGTON: NASA’s deep space exploration rocket built by Boeing briefly ignited all four engines of its behemoth core stage for the first time on Saturday, cutting short... WASHINGTON: NASA’s deep space exploration rocket built by Boeing briefly ignited all four engines of... Mobile & Apps 17 Jan, 2021
World Iran war disrupts energy supplies as Iran's new leader resolves to keep fighting Iran’s secretive new leader issued his first public statements Thursday, resolving to keep fighting, promising more pain for Gulf Arab states and threatening to open “other fronts” in a war that has already disrupted world energy supplies, the global economy and international travel.
Business Gold price drops by Rs 2,800 per tola in domestic market The price of fine gold declined further in the domestic market on Friday, falling by Rs 2,800 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association.
Nepal EC urges parties, candidates to disclose election campaign income and expenditure The Election Commission Nepal has asked political parties and candidates who contested the recent House of Representatives member election to publicly disclose details of their campaign income and expenditure within the legally mandated timeframe.
Nepal Passport services may face temporary disruption during system upgrade The Department of Passports has warned that passport services across the country and at Nepali missions abroad may face temporary disruptions as the government prepares to shift to a new passport issuance system.
Environment Rain, snowfall likely in hilly and Himalayan regions The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast rainfall and snowfall in several hilly and Himalayan areas of the country over the next 24 hours due to the partial influence of a western low-pressure system.
Opinion Nepal's election message: Rise of digital democracy and the power of public vigilance Prior to Nepal’s 2022 general election, this writer had an opportunity to meet Rabi Lamichhane, chairman of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP). During that conversation, I shared an electoral principle I have long advocated: the most meaningful vote a candidate can receive is the one cast by voters who do not personally know the candidate.
Nepal Brutal rape, murder of Dalit girl shocks the nation The alleged rape and murder of 16-year-old Inisha BK has shocked the nation, with several prominent figures, leaders and netizens using the hashtag #justiceforinisha in social media to express their outrage and demand justice for the victim.
Nepal UML CC Member Krishna Thapa dies of heart attack Krishna Thapa, central committee (CC) member and Kaski district in charge of the CPN (UML), died of a heart attack this afternoon.
Entertainment Q&A: Shakira says she feels like she's just getting started. A Rock Hall nomination begs to differ Shakira is on her way to drop her son off at flag football practice.
