On the moon, water water everywhere and not a drop to drink, yet On the moon, water water everywhere and not a drop to drink, yet October 26 The moon lacks the bodies of liquid water that are a hallmark of Earth but scientists said on Monday (October 26) lunar... October 26 The moon lacks the bodies of liquid water that are a... Mobile & Apps 26 Oct, 2020
US spacecraft touches asteroid surface for rare rubble grab US spacecraft touches asteroid surface for rare rubble grab CAPE CANAVERAL: A NASA spacecraft descended to an asteroid Tuesday and, dodging boulders the size of buildings, momentarily touched the surface to collect a handful of... CAPE CANAVERAL: A NASA spacecraft descended to an asteroid Tuesday and, dodging boulders the size of... Mobile & Apps 21 Oct, 2020
COVID-19 increases risks for cancer patients; common cold antibodies no help vs coronavirus COVID-19 increases risks for cancer patients; common cold antibodies no help vs... 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... The following is a roundup of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts... Mobile & Apps 15 Oct, 2020
Apple unveils new iPhones for faster 5G wireless networks Apple unveils new iPhones for faster 5G wireless networks Apple unveiled four new iPhones equipped with technology for use with faster new 5G wireless networks, hoping that demand for higher data speeds will spark demand for new... Apple unveiled four new iPhones equipped with technology for use with faster new 5G wireless networks,... Mobile & Apps 14 Oct, 2020
Reinfection casts doubt on coronavirus immunity, finds study Reinfection casts doubt on coronavirus immunity, finds study PARIS, OCTOBER 13 COVID-19 patients may experience more severe symptoms the second time they are infected, according to research released today confirming it is possible... PARIS, OCTOBER 13 COVID-19 patients may experience more severe symptoms the second time they are... Mobile & Apps 14 Oct, 2020
Facebook bans Holocaust denial, distortion posts Facebook bans Holocaust denial, distortion posts Facebook is banning posts that deny or distort the Holocaust and will start directing people to authoritative sources if they search for information about the Nazi... Facebook is banning posts that deny or distort the Holocaust and will start directing people to... Mobile & Apps 13 Oct, 2020
Low tech talk in Google, Oracle high tech copyright clash Low tech talk in Google, Oracle high tech copyright clash WASHINGTON: The topic was high tech: the code behind smartphones. But on Wednesday the Supreme Court looked to more low tech examples, from the typewriter keyboard to... WASHINGTON: The topic was high tech: the code behind smartphones. But on Wednesday the Supreme Court... Mobile & Apps 08 Oct, 2020
T-Rex fossil sells for record-breaking $31.8 million T-Rex fossil sells for record-breaking $31.8 million NEW YORK, OCTOBER 7 One of the most complete specimens of a T-Rex fossil in the world was sold for a record $31.8 million yesterday by Christie’s in New York, nearly... NEW YORK, OCTOBER 7 One of the most complete specimens of a T-Rex fossil in the world was sold for a... Mobile & Apps 08 Oct, 2020
Nobel Prize for chemistry awarded for 'genome scissors' Nobel Prize for chemistry awarded for 'genome scissors' STOCKHOLM: French scientist Emmanuelle Charpentier and American Jennifer A. Doudna have won the Nobel Prize in chemistry for developing a method of genome editing likened... STOCKHOLM: French scientist Emmanuelle Charpentier and American Jennifer A. Doudna have won the Nobel... Mobile & Apps 07 Oct, 2020
3 scientists win Nobel physics prize for black hole research 3 scientists win Nobel physics prize for black hole research STOCKHOLM: Three scientists won the Nobel Prize in physics Tuesday for establishing the all-too-weird reality of black holes — the straight-out-of-science-fiction cosmic... STOCKHOLM: Three scientists won the Nobel Prize in physics Tuesday for establishing the all-too-weird... Mobile & Apps 07 Oct, 2020
Google, Oracle meet in copyright clash at Supreme Court Google, Oracle meet in copyright clash at Supreme Court WASHINGTON: Tech giants Google and Oracle are clashing at the Supreme Court in a copyright dispute that's worth billions and important to the future of software... WASHINGTON: Tech giants Google and Oracle are clashing at the Supreme Court in a copyright dispute that's... Mobile & Apps 07 Oct, 2020
3 win Nobel medicine prize for discovering hepatitis C virus 3 win Nobel medicine prize for discovering hepatitis C virus STOCKHOLM: Three scientists won the Nobel Prize in medicine Monday for discovering the liver-ravaging hepatitis C virus, a breakthrough that led to cures for the deadly... STOCKHOLM: Three scientists won the Nobel Prize in medicine Monday for discovering the liver-ravaging... Mobile & Apps 06 Oct, 2020
India's inexpensive paper-based testing to provide breakthrough in COVID-19 testing India's inexpensive paper-based testing to provide breakthrough in COVID-19 testing KATHMANDU: A team of Indian scientists have come up with a paper-based test that could detect the COVID-19 causing pathogens within an hour, according to a BBC... KATHMANDU: A team of Indian scientists have come up with a paper-based test that could detect the... Mobile & Apps 05 Oct, 2020
Microsoft plans $1 billion data center venture in Greece Microsoft plans $1 billion data center venture in Greece ATHENS: Microsoft has announced plans to build three data centres in greater Athens, providing a badly needed investment of up to $1 billion to the Greek economy which has... ATHENS: Microsoft has announced plans to build three data centres in greater Athens, providing a badly... Mobile & Apps 05 Oct, 2020
Paytm, other Indian startups vow to fight "big daddy" Google's clout-sources Paytm, other Indian startups vow to fight "big daddy" Google's clout-sources India startups in talks to challenge Google, file complaints Startups mulling new association to take on Google - exec Google counts India as key market with... India startups in talks to challenge Google, file complaints Startups mulling new association to... Mobile & Apps 03 Oct, 2020
ICMR claims potential COVID-19 vaccine, human trials awaited ICMR claims potential COVID-19 vaccine, human trials awaited KATHMANDU: The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) claims to have prepared a "highly purified antisera" which could be a potential treatment for the looming... KATHMANDU: The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) claims to have prepared a "highly purified... Mobile & Apps 02 Oct, 2020
India plans launch of own app store as alternative to Google, Apple: ET Now India plans launch of own app store as alternative to Google, Apple: ET Now BENGALURU: India is planning to launch its own app store as an alternate to the ones offered by Apple and Alphabet-owned Google, in a bid to make the country more... BENGALURU: India is planning to launch its own app store as an alternate to the ones offered by Apple and... Mobile & Apps 01 Oct, 2020
Facebook bans US ads that call voting fraud widespread or election invalid Facebook bans US ads that call voting fraud widespread or election invalid SAN FRANCISCO: Facebook Inc FB.O on Wednesday banned ads on its flagship website and Instagram photo and video sharing service that claim widespread voting fraud, suggest... SAN FRANCISCO: Facebook Inc FB.O on Wednesday banned ads on its flagship website and Instagram photo and... Mobile & Apps 01 Oct, 2020
Do we have pre-existing immunity to Covid-19? Do we have pre-existing immunity to Covid-19? KATHMANDU: People who have contracted the common or seasonal cold in the past may be immune to the coronavirus infection, a study suggests. In a study published in the... KATHMANDU: People who have contracted the common or seasonal cold in the past may be immune to the... Mobile & Apps 30 Sep, 2020
Oxford will study top-selling prescription drug for potential COVID-19 treatment Oxford will study top-selling prescription drug for potential COVID-19 treatment LONDON: Britain's Oxford University said on Wednesday it would study whether the world's best-selling prescription medicine, adalimumab, was an effective treatment for... LONDON: Britain's Oxford University said on Wednesday it would study whether the world's best-selling... Mobile & Apps 30 Sep, 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.
