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
RIP: Mars digger bites the dust after 2 years on red planet RIP: Mars digger bites the dust after 2 years on red planet CAPE CANAVERAL: NASA declared the Mars digger dead Thursday after failing to burrow deep into the red planet to take its temperature. Scientists in Germany spent two... CAPE CANAVERAL: NASA declared the Mars digger dead Thursday after failing to burrow deep into the red... Mobile & Apps 15 Jan, 2021
Twitter CEO says banning Trump was right decision but sets dangerous precedent Twitter CEO says banning Trump was right decision but sets dangerous precedent Twitter Inc Chief Executive Jack Dorsey said on Wednesday that banning President Donald Trump from its social media platform after last week’s violence at the US Capitol... Twitter Inc Chief Executive Jack Dorsey said on Wednesday that banning President Donald Trump from its... Mobile & Apps 14 Jan, 2021
Gut bacteria tied to disease severity, immune response; high mental health toll seen in ICUs Gut bacteria tied to disease severity, immune response; high mental health toll seen... The following is a roundup of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts to find treatments and vaccines for COVID-19, the illness caused by... The following is a roundup of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts... Mobile & Apps 14 Jan, 2021
Scientists decry death by 1,000 cuts for world's insects Scientists decry death by 1,000 cuts for world's insects The world’s vital insect kingdom is undergoing “death by a thousand cuts,” the world’s top bug experts said. Climate change, insecticides, herbicides, light... The world’s vital insect kingdom is undergoing “death by a thousand cuts,” the world’s top bug... Mobile & Apps 12 Jan, 2021
Business Gold up Rs 14,400 per tola, silver gains Rs 265 Gold price in the domestic market rebounded strongly on Wednesday after days of decline, rising by Rs 14,400 per tola.
Environment Fog in Terai, light snowfall possible in high hills Fog and mist are likely in parts of the Terai region today, while high hilly and Himalayan areas of Koshi, Bagmati, and Gandaki Provinces will remain generally cloudy, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division (MFD).
Nepal Interim government withdraws contentious Social Media Bill 2025 The interim government has decided to withdraw one of the most contentious bills proposed by the previous KP Sharma Oli administration, the Social Media Act Bill 2025
Opinion Prime ministerial debate: Harbinger of a good political culture The forthcoming parliamentary election has indeed been marked by several notable features.
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.
