Mongolia suspends KFC outlets after hundreds show food poisoning symptoms Mongolia suspends KFC outlets after hundreds show food poisoning symptoms ULAANBAATAR: Mongolia has temporarily suspended operations of all KFC restaurants in the country to conduct an inquiry, as 42 people were hospitalized and hundreds showed... ULAANBAATAR: Mongolia has temporarily suspended operations of all KFC restaurants in the country to... Environment 19 Feb, 2019
SAARC TB, HIV/AIDS meet to be held in May SAARC TB, HIV/AIDS meet to be held in May Kathmandu, February 16 More than half a million people died of tuberculosis in the SAARC countries in 2017. Director at SAARC Tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS Centre, Dr... Kathmandu, February 16 More than half a million people died of tuberculosis in the SAARC countries in... Environment 17 Feb, 2019
Eating lots of meat tied to higher risk of liver disease Eating lots of meat tied to higher risk of liver disease People who eat a lot of animal protein may be more likely to have excessive fat in their livers and a higher risk of liver disease than individuals whose main source of... People who eat a lot of animal protein may be more likely to have excessive fat in their livers and a... Environment 13 Feb, 2019
China says tests of human immunoglobulin are HIV negative China says tests of human immunoglobulin are HIV negative BEIJING: Chinese authorities said tests of a batch of human immunoglobulin for intravenous injection, reportedly contaminated with the HIV antibody, showed negative... BEIJING: Chinese authorities said tests of a batch of human immunoglobulin for intravenous injection,... Environment 07 Feb, 2019
Breakfast may not help keep pounds off Breakfast may not help keep pounds off The idea that skipping breakfast contributes to weight gain doesn’t mean that eating breakfast can help with weight loss, a research review... The idea that skipping breakfast contributes to weight gain doesn’t mean that eating... Environment 06 Feb, 2019
Egyptian babies get blue ribbons as parents say 'no' to female genital mutilation Egyptian babies get blue ribbons as parents say 'no' to female genital mutilation BEIRUT:Â Doctors at two Cairo hospitals will pin blue ribbon badges to the clothing of newborn baby girls on Wednesday as they launch a campaign to persuade parents in... BEIRUT:Â Doctors at two Cairo hospitals will pin blue ribbon badges to the clothing of newborn baby... Environment 06 Feb, 2019
Swine fever outbreak may bury China's small pig farmers Swine fever outbreak may bury China's small pig farmers CHANGTU COUNTY: For farmers Zhang Shiping and Bai Fuqin in northeast China, there is little to celebrate this Lunar New Year. Since African swine fever struck... CHANGTU COUNTY: For farmers Zhang Shiping and Bai Fuqin in northeast China, there is little to... Environment 04 Feb, 2019
Obesity, bad nutrition, climate change pose triple danger, commission says Obesity, bad nutrition, climate change pose triple danger, commission says NEW YORK: Obesity, undernutrition and climate change are the biggest threats to the world population, linked by profit motives and policy inertia, a top commission said... NEW YORK: Obesity, undernutrition and climate change are the biggest threats to the world population,... Environment 28 Jan, 2019
Obesity explains almost 1 in 20 cancer cases globally Obesity explains almost 1 in 20 cancer cases globally Excess body weight is responsible for about 4 percent of all cancer cases worldwide and an even larger proportion of malignancies diagnosed in developing countries, a... Excess body weight is responsible for about 4 percent of all cancer cases worldwide and an even... Environment 21 Dec, 2018
China confirms new African swine fever outbreak in Fujian province China confirms new African swine fever outbreak in Fujian province BEIJING: China on Thursday said it had confirmed a new outbreak of African swine fever in Fujian province, as the highly contagious disease spreads through the world’s... BEIJING: China on Thursday said it had confirmed a new outbreak of African swine fever in Fujian... Environment 20 Dec, 2018
Longer breastfeeding tied to lower risk of liver disease Longer breastfeeding tied to lower risk of liver disease Mothers who breastfeed for six months or more may have less fat in their livers and a lower risk of liver disease, a US study suggests. Breastfeeding has long been... Mothers who breastfeed for six months or more may have less fat in their livers and a lower risk of... Environment 13 Dec, 2018
Delivering a baby increases - then lowers - risk of breast cancer: study Delivering a baby increases - then lowers - risk of breast cancer: study Having a baby temporarily increases the risk of breast cancer by about 80 percent compared to the risk in women who have never given birth, researchers behind a new... Having a baby temporarily increases the risk of breast cancer by about 80 percent compared to the... Environment 11 Dec, 2018
Nobel laureates: Despite progress, cancer won’t be wiped out Nobel laureates: Despite progress, cancer won’t be wiped out STOCKHOLM: The winners of this year’s Nobel Prize for Medicine say they expect substantial advances toward treating cancer in the next several decades although they... STOCKHOLM: The winners of this year’s Nobel Prize for Medicine say they expect substantial advances... Environment 06 Dec, 2018
Ebola outbreak in east Congo now world's 2nd biggest Ebola outbreak in east Congo now world's 2nd biggest KINSHASA: The Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo is now the second biggest in history, with 426 confirmed and probable cases, the health ministry said late on... KINSHASA: The Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo is now the second biggest in history, with 426... Environment 01 Dec, 2018
As Nepal warms, a new health threat looms: dengue fever As Nepal warms, a new health threat looms: dengue fever POKHARA: When Rambhadur Bishwakarma began running a high fever in October, he at first wasn't overly concerned. “I thought the symptoms were of simple flu or usual... POKHARA: When Rambhadur Bishwakarma began running a high fever in October, he at first wasn't overly... Environment 25 Nov, 2018
Implant use increases by 400pc in 10 years Implant use increases by 400pc in 10 years Kathmandu, November 17 The example of Nepal shows how information can help programme designers understand some key challenges and opportunities for improving... Kathmandu, November 17 The example of Nepal shows how information can help programme designers... Environment 18 Nov, 2018
Congo ministry says Ebola outbreak worst in nation’s history Congo ministry says Ebola outbreak worst in nation’s history KINSHASA: Congo’s latest Ebola outbreak is the worst in the country’s recorded history with 319 confirmed and probable cases, the health ministry said. The... KINSHASA: Congo’s latest Ebola outbreak is the worst in the country’s recorded history with 319... Environment 11 Nov, 2018
Children dying of Ebola at unprecedented rate in Congo: health ministry Children dying of Ebola at unprecedented rate in Congo: health ministry GOMA: Children in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo are dying from Ebola at an unprecedented rate due largely to poor sanitary practices at clinics run by traditional... GOMA: Children in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo are dying from Ebola at an unprecedented rate... Environment 29 Oct, 2018
"Yoga essential for healthy living" "Yoga essential for healthy living" MAHOTTARI: Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Giriraj Mani Pokhrel, has described yoga as vital for living a healthy life. Inaugurating the seven-day... MAHOTTARI: Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Giriraj Mani Pokhrel, has described yoga... Environment 16 Oct, 2018
C-section births rise rapidly to more than 20 pct worldwide C-section births rise rapidly to more than 20 pct worldwide LONDON: Rates of caesarean section births almost doubled between 2000 and 2015 – from 12 to 21 percent worldwide - new research has found, with the life-saving... LONDON: Rates of caesarean section births almost doubled between 2000 and 2015 – from 12 to 21... Environment 12 Oct, 2018
Nepal PM Karki visits Janaki Temple Prime Minister Sushila Karki today visited and performed worship at the famous religious site Janaki Temple in Janakpurdham.
Environment NDRRMA urges caution as heavy rain, snowfall and storms forecast The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) has urged the public to remain on high alert as heavy rainfall, snowfall and strong winds are forecast in various parts of the country over the next few days.
Business Gold price drops by Rs 7,800 per tola in a day The price of gold in the domestic market fell sharply by Rs 7,800 per tola on Friday, dropping below the Rs 300,000 mark after a prolonged period.
Nepal 'Samman Ghar' launched to support children of women waste workers Marking World Recycling Day, Khaalisisi, in partnership with Coca-Cola Beverages Nepal, has launched “Samman Gharâ€, a dedicated safe space for the children of women waste workers.
Nepal Tourism Dept tightens rules for Spring 2026 mountaineering season The Department of Tourism has issued a circular directing all trekking agencies operating expeditions to strictly follow revised procedures for the Spring 2026 mountaineering season, aiming to enhance safety, coordination and administrative efficiency.
Kathmandu Himalayan University Consortium Stakeholders' Retreat concludes with "Kathmandu Declaration" The Himalayan University Consortium Stakeholders’ Retreat concluded on Thursday with the “Kathmandu Declarationâ€. Hosted by Kathmandu University (KU), the retreat brought together 70 international guests, including 29 Vice-Chancellors of the Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) region,
Nepal President Paudel receives election report The Election Commission has handed over the House of Representatives results to President Ramchandra Paudel in the wake of successful election that took place on March 5, six months after Gen Z revolution. “The president received the election report today,†Ritesh Kumar Shakya, a spokesman for president’s office, told THT.
Opinion Conservation beyond protected areas: How Nepal is advancing 30x30 At the UN Biodiversity Summit during the 75th General Assembly in New York, Nepal proudly stated: “Twenty-three per cent of our geography has been designated as protected area, and we have achieved Aichi Target 11.
Sports Bayern teenager Lennart Karl set for Germany debut and Rüdiger returns to squad Four-time men's champion Germany is in a World Cup group with Curacao, Ivory Coast and Ecuador.
