China spacecraft lands on moon to bring rocks back to Earth China spacecraft lands on moon to bring rocks back to Earth BEIJING: A Chinese spacecraft sent to return lunar rocks to Earth collected its first samples Wednesday after landing on the moon, the government announced, adding to a... BEIJING: A Chinese spacecraft sent to return lunar rocks to Earth collected its first samples Wednesday... Mobile & Apps 02 Dec, 2020
When and which COVID-19 vaccines are likely to be available in Asia When and which COVID-19 vaccines are likely to be available in Asia MELBOURNE: Trial data from Pfizer Inc with partner BioNTech SE, Moderna Inc and AstraZeneca Plc has shown their experimental vaccines are effective in preventing the... MELBOURNE: Trial data from Pfizer Inc with partner BioNTech SE, Moderna Inc and AstraZeneca Plc has shown... Mobile & Apps 01 Dec, 2020
2020's last lunar eclipse to be witnessed on November 30 2020's last lunar eclipse to be witnessed on November 30 KATHMANDU: The last lunar eclipse of 2020, a Penumbral one in which the moon passes through Earth's outer shadow, is on November 30. A penumbral lunar eclipse is less... KATHMANDU: The last lunar eclipse of 2020, a Penumbral one in which the moon passes through Earth's outer... Mobile & Apps 29 Nov, 2020
Tesla could widen release of 'self-driving' software in two weeks Tesla could widen release of 'self-driving' software in two weeks Tesla Inc Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk said on Friday there will probably be a wider roll out of a new "Full Self Driving" software update in two weeks. In... Tesla Inc Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk said on Friday there will probably be a wider roll out of a... Mobile & Apps 28 Nov, 2020
UK to launch new watchdog next year to police tech giants UK to launch new watchdog next year to police tech giants LONDON: Britain plans to create a new watchdog to police big tech companies including Google and Facebook to counter their market dominance and prevent them from exploiting... LONDON: Britain plans to create a new watchdog to police big tech companies including Google and Facebook... Mobile & Apps 27 Nov, 2020
Mysterious ‘obelisk’ in US desert draws wild theories Mysterious ‘obelisk’ in US desert draws wild theories LOS ANGELES, NOVEMBER 25 A mysterious metal “obelisk†found buried in the remote western United States desert has inflamed the imaginations of Unidentified Flying... LOS ANGELES, NOVEMBER 25 A mysterious metal “obelisk†found buried in the remote western United... Mobile & Apps 26 Nov, 2020
China launches mission to bring back material from moon China launches mission to bring back material from moon WENCHANG: China launched an ambitious mission on Tuesday to bring back rocks and debris from the moon’s surface for the first time in more than 40 years — an... WENCHANG: China launched an ambitious mission on Tuesday to bring back rocks and debris from the moon’s... Mobile & Apps 24 Nov, 2020
AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine can be 90% effective, results show AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine can be 90% effective, results show LONDON: AstraZeneca said on Monday its vaccine for the novel coronavirus, developed along with the University of Oxford, could be around 90% effective under one dosing... LONDON: AstraZeneca said on Monday its vaccine for the novel coronavirus, developed along with the... Mobile & Apps 23 Nov, 2020
China to launch moon probe, seeking first lunar rock retrieval since 1970s China to launch moon probe, seeking first lunar rock retrieval since 1970s BEIJING: China plans to launch an unmanned spacecraft to the moon this week to bring back lunar rocks in the first attempt by any nation to retrieve samples from Earth's... BEIJING: China plans to launch an unmanned spacecraft to the moon this week to bring back lunar rocks in... Mobile & Apps 22 Nov, 2020
On brink of collapse, famed Puerto Rico space telescope to close down On brink of collapse, famed Puerto Rico space telescope to close down WASHINGTON: The US National Science Foundation on Thursday announced it will close down the massive space telescope at Puerto Rico's Arecibo Observatory, ending 57 years of... WASHINGTON: The US National Science Foundation on Thursday announced it will close down the massive space... Mobile & Apps 20 Nov, 2020
Spacewalking astronauts prep for 2021 arrival of Russian lab Spacewalking astronauts prep for 2021 arrival of Russian lab CAPE CANAVERAL: The International Space Station's two Russian astronauts began spacewalking work Wednesday to prepare for next year's arrival of a long-delayed lab, but had... CAPE CANAVERAL: The International Space Station's two Russian astronauts began spacewalking work... Mobile & Apps 19 Nov, 2020
WHO takes aim at cervical cancer to reduce cases, deaths WHO takes aim at cervical cancer to reduce cases, deaths GENEVA: Vaccinating nine in 10 girls under 15 against cervical cancer, and improved screening and treatment of women could reduce infections by 40% and save 5 million... GENEVA: Vaccinating nine in 10 girls under 15 against cervical cancer, and improved screening and... Mobile & Apps 17 Nov, 2020
SpaceX capsule with 4 astronauts reaches space station SpaceX capsule with 4 astronauts reaches space station CAPE CANAVERAL: SpaceX’s newly launched capsule with four astronauts arrived Monday at the International Space Station, their new home until spring. The Dragon capsule... CAPE CANAVERAL: SpaceX’s newly launched capsule with four astronauts arrived Monday at the... Mobile & Apps 17 Nov, 2020
SpaceX launches 2nd crew, regular station crew flights begin SpaceX launches 2nd crew, regular station crew flights begin CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA: SpaceX launched four astronauts to the International Space Station on Sunday on the first full-fledged taxi flight for NASA by a private... CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA: SpaceX launched four astronauts to the International Space Station on Sunday on... Mobile & Apps 16 Nov, 2020
YouTube back up after worldwide outage YouTube back up after worldwide outage YouTube, owned by Alphabet Inc's Google GOOGL.O, said late on Wednesday it had fixed a glitch that led to a worldwide outage of the video-streaming... YouTube, owned by Alphabet Inc's Google GOOGL.O, said late on Wednesday it had fixed a glitch that led to... Mobile & Apps 12 Nov, 2020
Apple unveils first Macs built to run more like iPhones Apple unveils first Macs built to run more like iPhones SAN RAMON: Apple is rolling out new Mac computers powered by the same kind of chips that run iPhones and iPads, a move aimed at making it easier for its most popular... SAN RAMON: Apple is rolling out new Mac computers powered by the same kind of chips that run iPhones and... Mobile & Apps 11 Nov, 2020
India's Tata launches faster COVID-19 test as cases rise India's Tata launches faster COVID-19 test as cases rise NEW DELHI: India's Tata Group launched a COVID-19 test kit on Monday that it says will process results more easily and faster than the RT-PCR method considered the gold... NEW DELHI: India's Tata Group launched a COVID-19 test kit on Monday that it says will process results... Mobile & Apps 09 Nov, 2020
'Great day for humanity': Pfizer says COVID-19 vaccine over 90% effective 'Great day for humanity': Pfizer says COVID-19 vaccine over 90% effective Pfizer and BioNTech first to release large trial results Expertssay results show vaccines can halt pandemic Markets surge on hopes of light at the end of the... Pfizer and BioNTech first to release large trial results Expertssay results show vaccines can... Mobile & Apps 09 Nov, 2020
T-cell study adds to debate over duration of COVID-19 immunity T-cell study adds to debate over duration of COVID-19 immunity LONDON: A small but key UK study has found that "cellular immunity" to the pandemic SARS-CoV-2 virus is present after six months in people who had mild or... LONDON: A small but key UK study has found that "cellular immunity" to the pandemic SARS-CoV-2 virus is... Mobile & Apps 03 Nov, 2020
Next crop of COVID-19 vaccine developers take more traditional route Next crop of COVID-19 vaccine developers take more traditional route CHICAGO/BERLIN: The handful of drugmakers dominating the global coronavirus vaccine race are pushing the boundaries of vaccine technology. The next crop under development... CHICAGO/BERLIN: The handful of drugmakers dominating the global coronavirus vaccine race are pushing the... Mobile & Apps 29 Oct, 2020
Nepal 350 cases of violations of child rights reported during, after HoR elections-2026: study shows A total of 350 cases of violations of child rights were reported during and after the House of Representatives (HoR) Elections 2026, according to a study report.
Environment UN report flags gender inequality in global water access A new United Nations report has warned that gender inequality continues to exacerbate the global water crisis, disproportionately affecting women and girls.
Business Proton e.MAS launches three-day exchange scheme in Kathmandu Proton e.MAS has announced a three-day ‘Sales and Exchange for Excellence’ scheme in Kathmandu, offering customers an opportunity to trade in old vehicles at higher-than-market valuations.
Business Ramesh Corp marks 6th Founder's Day with employee carnival Ramesh Corp celebrated its sixth Founder’s Day with a carnival-style event at Godawari Village Resort, bringing together employees in a day-long programme focused on unity and shared purpose.
Environment Cloudy skies, rain and storms likely across country this afternoon and evening With much of the day already underway, the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast unsettled weather conditions for the remaining hours, with rain, thunderstorms and windstorms likely in several parts of the country.
Nepal BP Highway obstructed; vehicles put on hold The BP Highway has been obstructed since this morning following the rise in water level in the Kavrepalanchowk Roshi region due to incessant rain.
Kathmandu Eid al-Fitr enriches sense of mutual harmony and unity: PM Karki Prime Minister Sushila Karki wished that may the festival of Eid al-Fitr contribute to the country's prosperity and stability by enriching mutual respect, harmony and collaboration.
Nepal Traffic halted on Narayangadh–Butwal section due to slippery road Vehicular movement along the Narayangadh–Butwal road section has been disrupted after rainfall turned parts of the highway muddy and slippery.
Nepal Eid-ul-Fitr being celebrated nationwide with joy, festivity The Muslim community across Nepal is celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr today with prayers, greetings and festive gatherings, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
