The world's first gene therapy for sickle cell disease has been approved in Britain The world's first gene therapy for sickle cell disease has been approved in Britain Both sickle cell disease and thalassemia are caused by mistakes in the genes that carry hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carry oxygen. Both sickle cell disease and thalassemia are caused by mistakes in the genes that carry hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carry oxygen. Science and Tech 16 Nov, 2023
Trio wins Nobel Prize in chemistry for work on quantum dots, used in electronics and medical imaging Trio wins Nobel Prize in chemistry for work on quantum dots, used in electronics and... Three scientists based in the U.S. won the Nobel Prize in chemistry Wednesday for their work on quantum dots — tiny particles just a few atoms in diameter that can release very bright colored light and whose applications in every day life include electronics and medical imaging. Three scientists based in the U.S. won the Nobel Prize in chemistry Wednesday for their work on quantum dots — tiny particles just a few atoms in diameter that can release very bright colored light and whose applications in every day life include electronics and medical imaging. Science and Tech 04 Oct, 2023
Trio wins Nobel Prize in physics for split-second glimpse of superfast spinning world of electrons Trio wins Nobel Prize in physics for split-second glimpse of superfast spinning world... L’Huillier, of Lund University in Sweden, is the fifth woman to receive a Nobel in physics. L’Huillier, of Lund University in Sweden, is the fifth woman to receive a Nobel in physics. Science and Tech 03 Oct, 2023
India launches a spacecraft to study the sun after successful landing near the moon's south pole India launches a spacecraft to study the sun after successful landing near the moon's... The satellite is scheduled to take 125 days to reach the L1 point. The satellite is scheduled to take 125 days to reach the L1 point. Science and Tech 03 Sep, 2023
AI project imagines adult faces of children who disappeared during Argentina's military dictatorship AI project imagines adult faces of children who disappeared during Argentina's... If a baby was taken from their parents four decades ago during Argentina's military dictatorship, what would that person look like today? If a baby was taken from their parents four decades ago during Argentina's military dictatorship, what would that person look like today? Science and Tech 03 Sep, 2023
India lands a spacecraft near the moon's south pole, a first for the world as it joins elite club India lands a spacecraft near the moon's south pole, a first for the world as it... India on Wednesday made history as it became the first country in the world to land a spacecraft near the moon’s south pole India on Wednesday made history as it became the first country in the world to land a spacecraft near the moon’s south pole Science and Tech 23 Aug, 2023
Russia's Luna-25 spacecraft crashes into the moon, ending its bid to reach the lunar south pole Russia's Luna-25 spacecraft crashes into the moon, ending its bid to reach the lunar... Russia's Luna-25 spacecraft crashed into the moon after it spun into an uncontrolled orbit, the country's Roscosmos space agency said Sunday. Russia's Luna-25 spacecraft crashed into the moon after it spun into an uncontrolled orbit, the country's Roscosmos space agency said Sunday. Science and Tech 20 Aug, 2023
Russia is back on the lunar path. A rocket blasts off on its first moon mission in nearly 50 years Russia is back on the lunar path. A rocket blasts off on its first moon mission in... The Luna-25 launched flawlessly from the Vostochny Cosmodrome in Russia's Far East, according to video feed from Roscosmos. The Luna-25 launched flawlessly from the Vostochny Cosmodrome in Russia's Far East, according to video feed from Roscosmos. Science and Tech 11 Aug, 2023
Scientists look beyond climate change and El Nino for other factors that heat up Earth Scientists look beyond climate change and El Nino for other factors that heat up... Scientists are wondering if global warming and El Nino have an accomplice in fueling this summer’s record-shattering heat. Scientists are wondering if global warming and El Nino have an accomplice in fueling this summer’s record-shattering heat. Science and Tech 09 Aug, 2023
Chatbots sometimes make things up. Is AI's hallucination problem fixable? Chatbots sometimes make things up. Is AI's hallucination problem fixable? Described as hallucination, confabulation or just plain making things up, it's now a problem for every business, organization and high school student trying to get a generative AI system to compose documents and get work done. Some are using it on tasks with the potential for high-stakes consequences, from psychotherapy to researching and writing legal briefs. Described as hallucination, confabulation or just plain making things up, it's now a problem for every business, organization and high school student trying to get a generative AI system to compose documents and get work done. Some are using it on tasks with the potential for high-stakes consequences, from psychotherapy to researching and writing legal briefs. Science and Tech 01 Aug, 2023
Elon Musk reveals new X logo to replace Twitter's blue bird Elon Musk reveals new X logo to replace Twitter's blue bird Elon Musk reveals new X logo to replace Twitter's blue bird Elon Musk reveals new X logo to replace Twitter's blue bird Science and Tech 24 Jul, 2023
NFSJ presents Dr. D. B. Kattel as featured scientist in 'Meet the Scientist Episode-3' NFSJ presents Dr. D. B. Kattel as featured scientist in 'Meet the Scientist... Nepal Forum of Science Journalists (NFSJ) successfully organized the third episode of 'Meet the Scientist', focusing on Mountain Climate and Science Journalism in Nepal. The event featured Dr. D.B Kattel from Chinese Academy of Sciences as the esteemed speaker, who shed light on crucial aspects of this topic. Nepal Forum of Science Journalists (NFSJ) successfully organized the third episode of 'Meet the Scientist', focusing on Mountain Climate and Science Journalism in Nepal. The event featured Dr. D.B Kattel from Chinese Academy of Sciences as the esteemed speaker, who shed light on crucial aspects of this topic. Science and Tech 03 Jul, 2023
'Make human rights-friendly national cyber policy' 'Make human rights-friendly national cyber policy' Different stakeholders, including civil society organisations have furnished their recommendations on the draft National Cyber Security Policy, 2023, made publicly available by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology for public inputs and deliberations. Different stakeholders, including civil society organisations have furnished their recommendations on the draft National Cyber Security Policy, 2023, made publicly available by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology for public inputs and deliberations. Science and Tech 05 May, 2023
First image of a black hole gets a makeover with AI First image of a black hole gets a makeover with AI The updated picture, published Thursday in the Astrophysical Journal Letters, keeps the original shape, but with a skinnier ring and a sharper resolution. The updated picture, published Thursday in the Astrophysical Journal Letters, keeps the original shape, but with a skinnier ring and a sharper resolution. Science and Tech 13 Apr, 2023
SpaceX launches US, Russia, UAE astronauts to space station SpaceX launches US, Russia, UAE astronauts to space station SpaceX launched four astronauts to the International Space Station for NASA on Thursday, including the first person from the Arab world going up for an extended monthslong stay. SpaceX launched four astronauts to the International Space Station for NASA on Thursday, including the first person from the Arab world going up for an extended monthslong stay. Science and Tech 02 Mar, 2023
Old NASA satellite falling from sky this weekend, low threat Old NASA satellite falling from sky this weekend, low threat A 38-year-old retired NASA satellite is about to fall from the sky. A 38-year-old retired NASA satellite is about to fall from the sky. Science and Tech 07 Jan, 2023
NASA Orion capsule safely blazes back from moon, aces test NASA Orion capsule safely blazes back from moon, aces test NASA’s Orion capsule made a blisteringly fast return from the moon Sunday, parachuting into the Pacific off Mexico to conclude a test flight that should clear the way for astronauts on the next lunar flyby. NASA’s Orion capsule made a blisteringly fast return from the moon Sunday, parachuting into the Pacific off Mexico to conclude a test flight that should clear the way for astronauts on the next lunar flyby. Science and Tech 12 Dec, 2022
NASA capsule on way to moon after launch by giant new rocket NASA capsule on way to moon after launch by giant new rocket Science and Tech 17 Nov, 2022
NASA's mightiest rocket lifts off 50 years after Apollo NASA's mightiest rocket lifts off 50 years after Apollo NASA's new moon rocket blasted off on its debut flight with three test dummies aboard early Wednesday, bringing the U.S. a big step closer to putting astronauts back on the lunar surface for the first time since the end of the Apollo program 50 years ago. NASA's new moon rocket blasted off on its debut flight with three test dummies aboard early Wednesday, bringing the U.S. a big step closer to putting astronauts back on the lunar surface for the first time since the end of the Apollo program 50 years ago. Science and Tech 16 Nov, 2022
Apple says iPhone supplies hurt by anti-virus curbs in China Apple says iPhone supplies hurt by anti-virus curbs in China Apple Inc. is warning customers they'll have to wait longer to get its latest iPhone models after anti-virus restrictions were imposed on a contractor's factory in central China. Apple Inc. is warning customers they'll have to wait longer to get its latest iPhone models after anti-virus restrictions were imposed on a contractor's factory in central China. Science and Tech 07 Nov, 2022
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.
