A Sudan in transition presents first-ever film for Oscars A Sudan in transition presents first-ever film for Oscars CAIRO: Nearly two years after the overthrow of autocrat Omar al-Bashir, Sudan is taking steps to rejoin the international community from which it was long shunned. That... CAIRO: Nearly two years after the overthrow of autocrat Omar al-Bashir, Sudan is taking steps to rejoin... Travel Abroad 26 Dec, 2020
Leslie West, guitarist of rock band Mountain, has died at 75 Leslie West, guitarist of rock band Mountain, has died at 75 LOS ANGELES: Leslie West, an iconic guitarist-vocalist who was behind several '70s rock anthems including “Mississippi Queen” with the popular band Mountain, has died.... LOS ANGELES: Leslie West, an iconic guitarist-vocalist who was behind several '70s rock anthems including... Travel Abroad 26 Dec, 2020
Tony-nominated Broadway star Rebecca Luker dies at 59 Tony-nominated Broadway star Rebecca Luker dies at 59 LOS ANGELES: Soprano Rebecca Luker, a three-time Tony nominated actor who starred in some of the biggest Broadway hits of the past three decades, died Wednesday. She was... LOS ANGELES: Soprano Rebecca Luker, a three-time Tony nominated actor who starred in some of the biggest... Travel Abroad 24 Dec, 2020
Australian cricketer Bradman's test cap sells for $340,000 Australian cricketer Bradman's test cap sells for $340,000 SYDNEY: An Australian businessman has purchased Donald Bradman’s first baggy green test cap for 450,000 Australian dollars ($340,000) at auction, the second-highest price... SYDNEY: An Australian businessman has purchased Donald Bradman’s first baggy green test cap for 450,000... Travel Abroad 22 Dec, 2020
Chef Santosh declared runner up in Master Chef UK, Alex Webb wins Chef Santosh declared runner up in Master Chef UK, Alex Webb wins KATHMANDU: Master Chef UK – The Professional 2020 has come to an end and so have the journeys of the three finalists. Santosh Shah and Bart van der Lee were declared... KATHMANDU: Master Chef UK – The Professional 2020 has come to an end and so have the journeys of the... Travel Abroad 18 Dec, 2020
Chef Santosh makes it to top three in Master Chef UK -- The Professionals Chef Santosh makes it to top three in Master Chef UK -- The Professionals KATHMANDU: Chef Santosh Shah has made it to the final three in the Master Chef UK – The Professionals. In last night's penultimate round, Chef Santosh made lamb... KATHMANDU: Chef Santosh Shah has made it to the final three in the Master Chef UK – The... Travel Abroad 17 Dec, 2020
Chef Santosh heads for final round of Master Chef UK -- The Professionals Chef Santosh heads for final round of Master Chef UK -- The Professionals KATHMANDU: Chef Santosh Shah is heading towards the final round of Master Chef UK -- The Professionals. Introducing Nepali cuisine in the Master Chef foreground, Chef... KATHMANDU: Chef Santosh Shah is heading towards the final round of Master Chef UK -- The... Travel Abroad 16 Dec, 2020
"Demon Slayer" nears Japan movie history, boosts economy with resilience message "Demon Slayer" nears Japan movie history, boosts economy with resilience message TOKYO: The tale of a boy fighting human-eating demons which murdered his family, "Demon Slayer" is poised to become Japan's top-grossing film ever, thanks to a boost in fan... TOKYO: The tale of a boy fighting human-eating demons which murdered his family, "Demon Slayer" is poised... Travel Abroad 14 Dec, 2020
'Dark Knight,' 'Grease' added to National Film Registry 'Dark Knight,' 'Grease' added to National Film Registry LOS ANGELES: This year's inductees into the National Film Registry include a record number of female directors and filmmakers of color as well as a new crop of movies... LOS ANGELES: This year's inductees into the National Film Registry include a record number of female... Travel Abroad 14 Dec, 2020
Rapper Lil Wayne pleads guilty to federal weapons charge Rapper Lil Wayne pleads guilty to federal weapons charge ST. PETERSBURG: Rapper Lil Wayne pleaded guilty Friday to a federal charge that he possessed a weapon despite being a convicted felon following a 2019 search of a... ST. PETERSBURG: Rapper Lil Wayne pleaded guilty Friday to a federal charge that he possessed a weapon... Travel Abroad 12 Dec, 2020
South Korean filmmaker Kim Ki-duk dies from COVID-19 complications South Korean filmmaker Kim Ki-duk dies from COVID-19 complications VILNIUS/SEOUL - South Korean filmmaker Kim Ki-duk, a controversial figure both for his work and in his personal life, died in Latvia from coronavirus complications on... VILNIUS/SEOUL - South Korean filmmaker Kim Ki-duk, a controversial figure both for his work and in his... Travel Abroad 11 Dec, 2020
Chef Santosh Shah enters finale week of Master Chef UK: The Professionals Chef Santosh Shah enters finale week of Master Chef UK: The Professionals KATHMANDU: Chef Santosh Shah who hails from Siraha district has advanced to the finals week of Master Chef UK: The Professionals 2020. Santosh impressed renowned chef A... KATHMANDU: Chef Santosh Shah who hails from Siraha district has advanced to the finals week of Master... Travel Abroad 11 Dec, 2020
Disney unveils plans to stream a galaxy of new series, films Disney unveils plans to stream a galaxy of new series, films NEW YORK: The Walt Disney Co.'s streaming plans shifted into hyper speed Thursday, as the studio unveiled a galaxy's worth of new streaming offerings including plans for 10... NEW YORK: The Walt Disney Co.'s streaming plans shifted into hyper speed Thursday, as the studio unveiled... Travel Abroad 11 Dec, 2020
Netflix rejects calls to add disclaimer to The Crown Netflix rejects calls to add disclaimer to The Crown LONDON: Netflix has "no plans" to add a disclaimer to "The Crown" stating that its lavish drama about Britain's royal family is a work of fiction. In a statement... LONDON: Netflix has "no plans" to add a disclaimer to "The Crown" stating that its lavish drama about... Travel Abroad 07 Dec, 2020
Second edition of NCIFF goes virtual Second edition of NCIFF goes virtual KATHMANDU: The second Nepal Cultural International Film Festival (NCIFF) has kicked off virtually amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. According to a press statement... KATHMANDU: The second Nepal Cultural International Film Festival (NCIFF) has kicked off virtually amid... Travel Abroad 06 Dec, 2020
Namrata Shrestha crowned Miss Nepal World 2020 Namrata Shrestha crowned Miss Nepal World 2020 KATHMANDU: Namrata Shrestha has been declared the winner of Miss Nepal 2020. Shrestha, a teacher, was crowned Miss Nepal World 2020 in the grand finale of the event held... KATHMANDU: Namrata Shrestha has been declared the winner of Miss Nepal 2020. Shrestha, a teacher, was... Travel Abroad 05 Dec, 2020
With red carpets rolled up, the Oscar race goes virtual With red carpets rolled up, the Oscar race goes virtual NEW YORK: This is the time of year when Hollywood’s awards-season-industrial complex usually shifts into high gear. It’s a frothy, festive run of the year’s final... NEW YORK: This is the time of year when Hollywood’s awards-season-industrial complex usually shifts... Travel Abroad 05 Dec, 2020
Chile zoo introduces two rare red pandas to the public Chile zoo introduces two rare red pandas to the public SANTIAGO: A Chilean zoo introduced two endangered red pandas, called Ichiha and Popo, to the public on Thursday in Santiago, where the animals are housed as part of a... SANTIAGO: A Chilean zoo introduced two endangered red pandas, called Ichiha and Popo, to the public on... Travel Abroad 04 Dec, 2020
In seismic shift, Warner Bros. to stream all 2021 films In seismic shift, Warner Bros. to stream all 2021 films NEW YORK: In the most seismic shift by a Hollywood studio yet during the pandemic, Warner Bros. Pictures on Thursday announced that all of its 2021 film slate — including... NEW YORK: In the most seismic shift by a Hollywood studio yet during the pandemic, Warner Bros. Pictures... Travel Abroad 04 Dec, 2020
'All my love, Elliot': Actor Page comes out as transgender 'All my love, Elliot': Actor Page comes out as transgender NEW YORK: Oscar-nominated actor Elliot Page, the star of "Juno," "Inception" and "The Umbrella Academy," came out as transgender Tuesday in an announcement greeted as a... NEW YORK: Oscar-nominated actor Elliot Page, the star of "Juno," "Inception" and "The Umbrella Academy,"... Travel Abroad 02 Dec, 2020
Business Govt collects Rs 1.11 trillion in revenue, achieves 75% of annual target The government has collected Rs 1.112 trillion in revenue, achieving 75.17 percent of its annual target with 19 days remaining in the current fiscal year.
Opinion RSP's first convention: A search for vision to drive the country Bharatpur is buzzing with political activities with the first three-day General Convention of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) now heading towards its fag end.
Sports Trossard, De Bruyne score and Belgium defeats New Zealand 5-1 to advance at the World Cup Leandro Trossard scored a pair of goals and Belgium overcame a slow start at the World Cup to advance to the knockout round with a 5-1 victory over New Zealand on Friday night.
Sports France forward Ousmane Dembélé scores a first-half World Cup hat trick in 4-1 win over Norway Not so fast, Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé. Ousmane Dembélé has just entered the Golden Boot race.
Nepal RSP concludes first convention amid myriad of shortcomings The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) ended its historic first general convention with the last elections of the central committee marred by a sharp decline in voter turnout and public allegations of factionalism.
Nepal RSP emerges as major political force after first general convention: Chair Lamichhane Newly elected Chair of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), Rabi Lamichhane, on Friday said the party has emerged as a major and mature political force following its first general convention.
Kathmandu Judiciary, media complement each other: Chief Justice Chief Justice Dr Manoj Kumar Sharma has said the judiciary and the media are complementary institutions that share the common responsibility of safeguarding citizens' rights and ensuring justice.
Nepal Amnesty, Advocacy Forum urge Nepal to end torture, ensure accountability Amnesty International Nepal and Advocacy Forum-Nepal have urged the government to take urgent action to end torture, custodial deaths and impunity, warning that Nepal continues to fail in meeting its constitutional and international human rights obligations.
Business British Council honours top IELTS registration partners in Nepal The British Council Nepal has recognised the country's top-performing IELTS registration partners for their contribution to expanding access to international education, employment and migration opportunities.