SpaceX rocketship launches 4 astronauts on NASA mission to space station SpaceX rocketship launches 4 astronauts on NASA mission to space station NASA and Elon Musk's commercial rocket company SpaceX launched a new four-astronaut team on a flight to the International Space Station on Friday, the first crew ever propelled into orbit by a rocket booster recycled from a previous spaceflight. NASA and Elon Musk's commercial rocket company SpaceX launched a new four-astronaut team on a flight to the International Space Station on Friday, the first crew ever propelled into orbit by a rocket booster recycled from a previous spaceflight. Science and Tech 23 Apr, 2021
A black hole dubbed 'the Unicorn' may be galaxy's smallest one A black hole dubbed 'the Unicorn' may be galaxy's smallest one Scientists have discovered what may be the smallest-known black hole in the Milky Way galaxy and the closest to our solar system - an object so curious that they nicknamed it 'the Unicorn.' Scientists have discovered what may be the smallest-known black hole in the Milky Way galaxy and the closest to our solar system - an object so curious that they nicknamed it 'the Unicorn.' Science and Tech 23 Apr, 2021
NASA's Mars helicopter soars higher, longer on 2nd flight NASA's Mars helicopter soars higher, longer on 2nd flight NASA's little Mars helicopter aced its second test flight Thursday, soaring even higher and longer than before. NASA's little Mars helicopter aced its second test flight Thursday, soaring even higher and longer than before. Science and Tech 23 Apr, 2021
NASA extracts breathable oxygen from thin Martian air NASA extracts breathable oxygen from thin Martian air NASA has logged another extraterrestrial first on its latest mission to Mars: converting carbon dioxide from the Martian atmosphere into pure, breathable oxygen, the US space agency said on Wednesday. NASA has logged another extraterrestrial first on its latest mission to Mars: converting carbon dioxide from the Martian atmosphere into pure, breathable oxygen, the US space agency said on Wednesday. Science and Tech 22 Apr, 2021
NASA's Ingenuity makes history on Monday with successful first flight on another planet NASA's Ingenuity makes history on Monday with successful first flight on another... NASA has received the realtime data from Mars confirming that the helicopter 'Ingenuity' has successfully taken the first ever powered, controlled flight in another planet - NASA has received the realtime data from Mars confirming that the helicopter 'Ingenuity' has successfully taken the first ever powered, controlled flight in another planet - Science and Tech 19 Apr, 2021
NASA reschedules controlled flight of Ingenuity on Mars; attempt no sooner than Monday NASA reschedules controlled flight of Ingenuity on Mars; attempt no sooner than... Ingenuity, NASA's tiny Mars helicopter will be taking its first flight on Monday, April 19 at approximately 3:30 am EDT (1:15 pm in Kathmandu). Ingenuity, NASA's tiny Mars helicopter will be taking its first flight on Monday, April 19 at approximately 3:30 am EDT (1:15 pm in Kathmandu). Science and Tech 18 Apr, 2021
SpaceX picked for moonwalkers, on verge of 3rd crew launch SpaceX picked for moonwalkers, on verge of 3rd crew launch NASA chose SpaceX on Friday to build the lunar lander that will eventually put the first woman and person of color on the moon. NASA chose SpaceX on Friday to build the lunar lander that will eventually put the first woman and person of color on the moon. Science and Tech 17 Apr, 2021
Coinbase is here: A digital currency exchange goes public Coinbase is here: A digital currency exchange goes public Wall Street will be focused on Coinbase Wednesday with the digital currency exchange becoming a publicly traded company. Wall Street will be focused on Coinbase Wednesday with the digital currency exchange becoming a publicly traded company. Science and Tech 14 Apr, 2021
Mars helicopter Touchdown confirmed: Ingenuity is now on its own Mars helicopter Touchdown confirmed: Ingenuity is now on its own NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory confirmed that Mars Helicopter Ingenuity has successfully set its foot on the red planet - NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory confirmed that Mars Helicopter Ingenuity has successfully set its foot on the red planet - Science and Tech 04 Apr, 2021
Facebook data on more than 500M accounts found online Facebook data on more than 500M accounts found online Details from more than 500 million Facebook users have been found available on a website for hackers. Details from more than 500 million Facebook users have been found available on a website for hackers. Science and Tech 04 Apr, 2021
SpaceX launches test rocket, breaks apart before landing SpaceX launches test rocket, breaks apart before landing SpaceX chalked up another failed landing Tuesday for its futuristic, bullet-shaped Starship, as the prototype Mars rocket broke apart right before touchdown. SpaceX chalked up another failed landing Tuesday for its futuristic, bullet-shaped Starship, as the prototype Mars rocket broke apart right before touchdown. Science and Tech 31 Mar, 2021
NASA gives all clear: Earth safe from asteroid for 100 years NASA gives all clear: Earth safe from asteroid for 100 years Whew, now here's some good cosmic news: NASA has given Earth the all clear for the next century from a particularly menacing asteroid. Whew, now here's some good cosmic news: NASA has given Earth the all clear for the next century from a particularly menacing asteroid. Science and Tech 27 Mar, 2021
PUBG Mobile reports 1 billion accumulated downloads since 2018 launch PUBG Mobile reports 1 billion accumulated downloads since 2018 launch Chinese tech giant Tencent said on Thursday its cellphone action game PUBG Mobile has surpassed 1 billion accumulated downloads outside China, making it one of the most successful games worldwide. Chinese tech giant Tencent said on Thursday its cellphone action game PUBG Mobile has surpassed 1 billion accumulated downloads outside China, making it one of the most successful games worldwide. Science and Tech 25 Mar, 2021
NASA completes major test on rocket that could take humans back to the moon NASA completes major test on rocket that could take humans back to the moon Aerospace firms on Thursday credited NASA with a successful test of engines on a Boeing-built rocket for Artemis missions that aim to return US astronauts to the moon by 2024. Aerospace firms on Thursday credited NASA with a successful test of engines on a Boeing-built rocket for Artemis missions that aim to return US astronauts to the moon by 2024. Science and Tech 19 Mar, 2021
No cigar: Interstellar object is cookie-shaped planet shard No cigar: Interstellar object is cookie-shaped planet shard Our solar system’s first known interstellar visitor is neither a comet nor asteroid as first suspected and looks nothing like a cigar. A new study says the mystery object is likely a remnant of a Pluto-like world and shaped like a cookie. Our solar system’s first known interstellar visitor is neither a comet nor asteroid as first suspected and looks nothing like a cigar. A new study says the mystery object is likely a remnant of a Pluto-like world and shaped like a cookie. Science and Tech 18 Mar, 2021
Facebook to label all posts about COVID-19 vaccines Facebook to label all posts about COVID-19 vaccines Facebook Inc, which has been criticized by lawmakers and researchers for allowing vaccine misinformation to spread on its platforms, said on Monday it has started adding labels to posts that discuss the safety of the shots and will soon label all posts about the vaccines. Facebook Inc, which has been criticized by lawmakers and researchers for allowing vaccine misinformation to spread on its platforms, said on Monday it has started adding labels to posts that discuss the safety of the shots and will soon label all posts about the vaccines. Science and Tech 15 Mar, 2021
Spacewalkers take extra safety precautions for toxic ammonia Spacewalkers take extra safety precautions for toxic ammonia Spacewalking astronauts had to take extra safety precautions Saturday after possibly getting toxic ammonia on their suits from the International Space Station's external cooling system. Spacewalking astronauts had to take extra safety precautions Saturday after possibly getting toxic ammonia on their suits from the International Space Station's external cooling system. Science and Tech 14 Mar, 2021
Netflix tests out a possible password-sharing crackdown Netflix tests out a possible password-sharing crackdown Netflix is testing a way to crack down on password sharing. The popular streaming service has been using popups to ask some users to verify their account via email or text, or to "verify later." Netflix is testing a way to crack down on password sharing. The popular streaming service has been using popups to ask some users to verify their account via email or text, or to "verify later." Science and Tech 13 Mar, 2021
Up to 60,000 computer systems exposed in Germany to Microsoft flaw: BSI Up to 60,000 computer systems exposed in Germany to Microsoft flaw: BSI As many as 60,000 computer systems in Germany were exposed to a flaw that allows unauthorized users to access systems in Microsoft Corp’s email software, the head of its cybersecurity watchdog said on Wednesday. As many as 60,000 computer systems in Germany were exposed to a flaw that allows unauthorized users to access systems in Microsoft Corp’s email software, the head of its cybersecurity watchdog said on Wednesday. Science and Tech 11 Mar, 2021
China and Russia collaborate to launch lunar research station China and Russia collaborate to launch lunar research station China and Russia are collaborating to construct an International Lunar Research Station, possibly on lunar surface or the lunar orbit - China and Russia are collaborating to construct an International Lunar Research Station, possibly on lunar surface or the lunar orbit - Science and Tech 10 Mar, 2021
Nepal Lamichhane issues stern warning over alliances, says dissolved house will not return Rastriya Swatantra Party Chair Rabi Lamichhane has broken his silence of the past few days and posted an aggressive status on social media today, rebuking the old political parties- the Nepali Congress, CPN-UML and Nepali Communist Party for talking of possible collaboration in the upcoming House of Representatives election.
Business Winter tourist arrivals surge in Mustang Tourist arrivals in Mustang have increased significantly even during the winter season, with January 2026 recording a sharp rise compared to the same period last year.
Nepal 137 crocodiles released in Rapti river One hundred thirty seven crocodiles, raised at Crocodile Breeding Centre of Chitwan National Park, have been released in their natural habitat.
Nepal Nepali cuisine to be showcased in Washington DC under US–Nepal Gastronomy Exchange Nepal will showcase its rich culinary heritage in Washington DC as part of the return leg of the US–Nepal Gastronomy Exchange, following the successful first leg held in November.
Nepal Nepali Sherpa climbers meet Mendoza Mayor, explore sister city partnership Nepali mountaineers Tashi Lakpa Sherpa and Nima Rinji Sherpa were welcomed by Mendoza Mayor Ulpiano Suarez this week following their successful ascent of Aconcagua, South America’s highest peak.
Health Health Insurance Board clarifies OPD limit, total coverage unchanged The Health Insurance Board has clarified that the total coverage under the health insurance program for families of up to five members remains unchanged, amid circulating claims that the maximum annual treatment limit has been reduced to Rs 100,000.
Sports Nepal aims for achievement-oriented performance at Asian Games The Nepal Olympic Committee (NOC) has intensified preparations to ensure Nepal’s athletes perform strongly at the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi–Nagasaki, Japan, scheduled from September 19 to October 4.
Nepal Seasonal migration leaves remote Gumba Polling Centre in Bajura nearly empty With a crucial House of Representatives election just weeks away, local officials and community leaders say that remote polling centers in Bajura district where the majority of registered voters have already left for the season, are unlikely to return in time to cast their ballots.
Nepal Saptari-2 looks for new representative as former comrades clash “No candidate has won twice from Saptari Constituency-2 due to better political awareness,” said Dr Sharad Singh Yadav, who is also running in the constituency from the newly formed Janadhikar Party in the upcoming March 5 election. “This time around, citizens want better representatives too.”
