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#climate-change
World news
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Scientist warn 80% of the Himalayan glaciers could be lost due to global warming

Climate change poses a severe threat to the Himalayan mountains, impacting glaciers, ecosystems, and human livelihoods.
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 week ago

Prabal Gurung Celebrates His Nepalese Upbringing in Memoir Walk Like a Girl

There’s a tension between revealing and concealing, a sense of cocooning, and a mixture of patterns and colors that adds to the aesthetic of life.
New York City
UK news
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

A major change to who gets to climb Mount Everest could be coming

Nepal will require climbers to have prior experience on similar peaks to obtain Everest permits.
The goal of the new regulations is to reduce overcrowding and improve safety on Mount Everest.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Nepal village ravaged by 2015 earthquake now a reluctant tourist hotspot

"On the morning of April 25, 2015, a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck Langtang, triggering an avalanche that killed nearly 300 residents and destroyed the village."
Renovation
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

China-Built Airport in Nepal Was Littered With Corruption, Inquiry Finds

In a probing 36-page report, a parliamentary committee revealed that the $216 million Pokhara airport project fell victim to corruption and oversight failures, primarily benefiting the Chinese contractor.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Sauntering on streets and grazing on lawns: what happens when rhinos move into town?

Every few months, Aryal ends up in a hospital to respond to a rhino attack, as people often get injured in encounters with these animals.
Environment
Environment
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Video. Fires rage across Nepal, threatening villages and key infrastructure

Wildfires in central Nepal are endangering lives and damaging vital resources.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Leading the charge: how a drive for electric vehicles is cleaning up Nepal

In Nepal, the shift towards electric vehicles (EVs) signifies a significant step towards reducing chronic air pollution, enhancing public health, and modernizing urban transport.
Alternative transportation
#education
Music
fromNature
1 month ago

Shaking up earthquake safety in Nepal with a folk song

Shiba Subedi uniquely combines his passion for folk music with professional expertise in geophysics to promote earthquake awareness in Nepal.
Music
fromNature
1 month ago

Shaking up earthquake safety in Nepal with a folk song

Shiba Subedi uniquely combines his passion for folk music with professional expertise in geophysics to promote earthquake awareness in Nepal.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Nepal appoint former Australian international Law as new coach

Stuart Law has been appointed as the new coach for Nepal, replacing Monty Desai, and previously guided the United States to the T20 World Cup Super 8s.
Washington Nationals
#monarchy
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Pro-monarchists welcome Nepal's deposed King Gyanendra to Kathmandu

Large crowds in Kathmandu demand the reinstatement of the monarchy amidst dissatisfaction with Nepal's political situation.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Pro-monarchists welcome Nepal's deposed King Gyanendra to Kathmandu

Large crowds in Kathmandu demand the reinstatement of the monarchy amidst dissatisfaction with Nepal's political situation.
fromwww.cntraveler.com
1 month ago

In Kathmandu, Finding Notes of Commonality in Nepali Folk Music

The connection between traditional bluegrass and Nepali folk music is profound, as both were born from impoverished communities seeking solace through song.
NYC music
NYC startup
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | NYC cab driver tells all about life behind the wheel - from celeb encounters to a holdup at gunpoint

Khakendra Pun's experiences as a taxi driver in NYC reveal significant stories and challenges, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the profession.
#foreign-aid
US news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

US aid freeze hits health, development projects in Nepal DW 02/27/2025

Nepal has halted US-funded development projects after a 90-day pause in US foreign aid ordered by President Trump.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
US news

Nepal Took a Risk on a $500 Million U.S. Grant. It May Now Regret It.

Nepal accepted a $500 million U.S. aid package, raising concerns amid Trump's foreign aid freeze and China's growing influence.
Regret mounts among Nepali leaders over reliance on U.S. support with aid concerns.
US news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

US aid freeze hits health, development projects in Nepal DW 02/27/2025

Nepal has halted US-funded development projects after a 90-day pause in US foreign aid ordered by President Trump.
Education
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

KIIT: Nepalese student's death sparks anger at India college DW 02/17/2025

Nepalese Prime Minister intervenes after a Nepali student's death prompts protests and safety concerns among Nepalese students in India.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

A New Yorker who feared rising costs would hurt his retirement moved to Nepal. He said life is much cheaper and more relaxing.

"We live nicely in a way that I would have to have much more to live like this in the US," Greenwood said. "But I know not everybody has success with these moves. If you have a big family, you miss them, and maybe that's going to be a problem."
Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Kung fu nuns show off martial art skills at monastery reopening in Nepal

The reopening of the Druk Amitabha monastery highlighted the empowerment of nuns through martial arts, promoting gender equality and mental health.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago

Why Nepal's Gurkha fighters want to join India's army again

"I’ve wanted to be a part of any army in the world since I was a child. The credit for this dream goes to my mother who always encouraged me."
Black Lives Matter
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
6 months ago

Speaking Freely: Tanka Aryal

Tanka Aryal has dedicated over 15 years to advancing digital rights and freedom of expression in Nepal, emphasizing civic accountability and the right to information.
Privacy professionals
#mountaineering
Miscellaneous
fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 months ago

Nepali teenager hailed as hero after climbing world's 8,000-metre peaks

Nima Rinji Sherpa is celebrated as the youngest climber to conquer all 14 of the world's 8,000-metre peaks, marking a milestone in mountaineering.
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago

18-Year-Old Sherpa Becomes Youngest Climber to Summit 14 Highest Mountains

Nima Rinji Sherpa became the youngest climber to summit all 14 mountains over 8,000 meters, honoring his late mentor's memory in the process.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 months ago

Nepali teenager hailed as hero after climbing world's 8,000-metre peaks

Nima Rinji Sherpa is celebrated as the youngest climber to conquer all 14 of the world's 8,000-metre peaks, marking a milestone in mountaineering.
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago

18-Year-Old Sherpa Becomes Youngest Climber to Summit 14 Highest Mountains

Nima Rinji Sherpa became the youngest climber to summit all 14 mountains over 8,000 meters, honoring his late mentor's memory in the process.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

One-man anti-abortion army': shadow of US global gag rule looms over Nepal's family planning services

Soman Rai’s stirring call to action prompts an emotional response among his audience, as he emphasizes the anti-abortion message from a deeply rooted belief system.
Miscellaneous
#monsoon
#flooding
fromwww.dw.com
7 months ago

Nepal floods, landslides leave 104 people dead DW 09/29/2024

The deaths from monsoon floods and landslides in Nepal have now risen to 104, with rescue efforts hampered by blocked roads and ongoing poor weather conditions.
Europe news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 months ago

Nepal's first Paralympic medallist returns home to hero's welcome

Palesha Goverdhan emphasized, "This achievement is not just for me, but for everyone... It was thought to be impossible. I believe that now young taekwondo players and other players can see it is possible."
New York City
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago

Busload of Indian Tourists in Nepal Plunges Into River, Killing at Least 27

The tragic bus accident in Nepal, which resulted in at least 27 deaths, highlights the ongoing road safety challenges faced in the country's difficult mountainous terrain, where narrow roads and hard-to-reach areas complicate rescue efforts.
New York City
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago

Nepal Asks China to Wipe Away a Loan It Can't Afford to Pay Back

Nepal's Pokhara airport, a symbol of Chinese investment, faces scrutiny for poor construction and debt concerns impacting the country's financial stability.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 months ago

Nepal lifts TikTok ban after blocking app over social harmony' concerns

The Nepalese government's decision to lift the TikTok ban follows assurances from the app's parent company regarding compliance with local regulations and digital safety.
Marketing
#legal-recognition
fromwww.dw.com
10 months ago
LGBT

Nepal: Same-sex couples face hurdles on road to recognition DW 07/10/2024

Despite legal recognition, challenges persist for LGBTQ+ families in Nepal.
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