3-Sleuths of 'spooky' quantum science win Nobel physics prize 3-Sleuths of 'spooky' quantum science win Nobel physics prize Scientists Alain Aspect, John Clauser and Anton Zeilinger won the 2022 Nobel Prize in Physics for their advances in quantum mechanics on the behaviour of subatomic particles, opening the door to work on super computers and encrypted communication. Scientists Alain Aspect, John Clauser and Anton Zeilinger won the 2022 Nobel Prize in Physics for their advances in quantum mechanics on the behaviour of subatomic particles, opening the door to work on super computers and encrypted communication. Science and Tech 04 Oct, 2022
Apple maintains prices on new iPhones despite inflation Apple maintains prices on new iPhones despite inflation Apple's latest line-up of iPhones will boast better cameras, faster processors, and a longer lasting battery — all at the same prices as last year's models, despite inflationary pressure that has driven up the cost of many other everyday items. Apple's latest line-up of iPhones will boast better cameras, faster processors, and a longer lasting battery — all at the same prices as last year's models, despite inflationary pressure that has driven up the cost of many other everyday items. Science and Tech 08 Sep, 2022
New space telescope shows Jupiter's auroras, tiny moons New space telescope shows Jupiter's auroras, tiny moons The world's newest and biggest space telescope is showing Jupiter as never before, auroras and all. The world's newest and biggest space telescope is showing Jupiter as never before, auroras and all. Science and Tech 24 Aug, 2022
Gluttonous cosmic 'black widow' is heaviest-known neutron star Gluttonous cosmic 'black widow' is heaviest-known neutron star Astronomers have observed the most massive known example of an object called a neutron star, one classified as a "black widow" that got particularly hefty by gobbling up most of the mass of a stellar companion trapped in an unhappy cosmic marriage. Astronomers have observed the most massive known example of an object called a neutron star, one classified as a "black widow" that got particularly hefty by gobbling up most of the mass of a stellar companion trapped in an unhappy cosmic marriage. Science and Tech 31 Jul, 2022
Russia signals space station pullout; NASA says it's not official yet Russia signals space station pullout; NASA says it's not official yet Russia's new space chief announced on Tuesday his country plans to withdraw from the International Space Station after 2024, but senior NASA officials said Moscow has not formally conveyed an intent to end its two-decade-old orbital partnership with the United States. Russia's new space chief announced on Tuesday his country plans to withdraw from the International Space Station after 2024, but senior NASA officials said Moscow has not formally conveyed an intent to end its two-decade-old orbital partnership with the United States. Science and Tech 27 Jul, 2022
China launches second space station module, Wentian China launches second space station module, Wentian China on Sunday launched the second of three modules to its permanent space station, in one of the final missions needed to complete the orbiting outpost by year's end. China on Sunday launched the second of three modules to its permanent space station, in one of the final missions needed to complete the orbiting outpost by year's end. Science and Tech 24 Jul, 2022
Scientists find an exotic black hole deemed a 'needle in a haystack' Scientists find an exotic black hole deemed a 'needle in a haystack' Astronomers have spotted in a galaxy adjacent to our Milky Way what they are calling a cosmic "needle in a haystack" - a black hole that not only is classified as dormant but appears to have been born without the explosion of a dying star. Astronomers have spotted in a galaxy adjacent to our Milky Way what they are calling a cosmic "needle in a haystack" - a black hole that not only is classified as dormant but appears to have been born without the explosion of a dying star. Science and Tech 21 Jul, 2022
Webb begins hunt for first stars, habitable worlds Webb begins hunt for first stars, habitable worlds The first stunning images from the James Webb Space Telescope were revealed this week, but its journey of cosmic discovery has only just begun. The first stunning images from the James Webb Space Telescope were revealed this week, but its journey of cosmic discovery has only just begun. Science and Tech 16 Jul, 2022
Webb space telescope opens door to discoveries still unimagined Webb space telescope opens door to discoveries still unimagined The powerful James Webb Space Telescope's inaugural batch of images has opened a new chapter of cosmic exploration, but astronomers say the observatory's most consequential discoveries may well be those they have yet to even imagine. The powerful James Webb Space Telescope's inaugural batch of images has opened a new chapter of cosmic exploration, but astronomers say the observatory's most consequential discoveries may well be those they have yet to even imagine. Science and Tech 14 Jul, 2022
Baby stars, dancing galaxies: NASA shows new cosmic views Baby stars, dancing galaxies: NASA shows new cosmic views A sparkling landscape of baby stars. A foamy blue and orange view of a dying star. Five galaxies in a cosmic dance. The splendors of the universe glowed in a new batch of images released Tuesday from NASA's powerful new telescope. A sparkling landscape of baby stars. A foamy blue and orange view of a dying star. Five galaxies in a cosmic dance. The splendors of the universe glowed in a new batch of images released Tuesday from NASA's powerful new telescope. Science and Tech 13 Jul, 2022
Far out: NASA space telescope's 1st cosmic view goes deep Far out: NASA space telescope's 1st cosmic view goes deep Our view of the universe just expanded: The first image from NASA's new space telescope unveiled Monday is brimming with galaxies and offers the deepest look of the cosmos ever captured. Our view of the universe just expanded: The first image from NASA's new space telescope unveiled Monday is brimming with galaxies and offers the deepest look of the cosmos ever captured. Science and Tech 13 Jul, 2022
Robotics: The future of healthcare Robotics: The future of healthcare Around 2007, a young surgeon stood in a conference hall in Orlando, Florida, the US staring at a magnificent robot operating on a human body. It was then that he decided what he wanted to do — become a robotic surgeon. Around 2007, a young surgeon stood in a conference hall in Orlando, Florida, the US staring at a magnificent robot operating on a human body. It was then that he decided what he wanted to do — become a robotic surgeon. Science and Tech 10 Jul, 2022
Huge underground search for mysterious dark matter begins Huge underground search for mysterious dark matter begins In a former gold mine a mile underground, inside a titanium tank filled with a rare liquified gas, scientists have begun the search for what so far has been unfindable: dark matter. In a former gold mine a mile underground, inside a titanium tank filled with a rare liquified gas, scientists have begun the search for what so far has been unfindable: dark matter. Science and Tech 08 Jul, 2022
Meet the 'zombie star' that survived a supernova blast Meet the 'zombie star' that survived a supernova blast Astronomers have observed in a relatively nearby galaxy a star that not only survived what ordinarily should have been certain death - a stellar explosion called a supernova - but emerged from it brighter than before the blast. Astronomers have observed in a relatively nearby galaxy a star that not only survived what ordinarily should have been certain death - a stellar explosion called a supernova - but emerged from it brighter than before the blast. Science and Tech 29 Jun, 2022
Chinese spacecraft acquires images of entire planet of Mars Chinese spacecraft acquires images of entire planet of Mars An uncrewed Chinese spacecraft has acquired imagery data covering all of Mars, including visuals of its south pole, after circling the planet more than 1,300 times since early last year, state media reported on Wednesday. An uncrewed Chinese spacecraft has acquired imagery data covering all of Mars, including visuals of its south pole, after circling the planet more than 1,300 times since early last year, state media reported on Wednesday. Science and Tech 29 Jun, 2022
NASA asteroid mission on hold due to late software delivery NASA asteroid mission on hold due to late software delivery NASA put an asteroid mission on hold Friday, blaming the late delivery of its own navigation software. NASA put an asteroid mission on hold Friday, blaming the late delivery of its own navigation software. Science and Tech 25 Jun, 2022
Planetary parade of 2022 has Mercury, Venus, Moon, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn lined up, making a spectacular show Planetary parade of 2022 has Mercury, Venus, Moon, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn lined up,... A wonder for all the sky watchers - a rare planetary parade is expected to line in the morning sky in the month of June. A wonder for all the sky watchers - a rare planetary parade is expected to line in the morning sky in the month of June. Science and Tech 22 Jun, 2022
In Tarantula Nebula, a stunning view of stars being born In Tarantula Nebula, a stunning view of stars being born Astronomers have peered into a teeming stellar nursery in the Tarantula Nebula - a colossal cloud of gas and dust next door to our galaxy - gaining new understanding of the dynamics of star formation while obtaining a dazzling image of the cosmos. Astronomers have peered into a teeming stellar nursery in the Tarantula Nebula - a colossal cloud of gas and dust next door to our galaxy - gaining new understanding of the dynamics of star formation while obtaining a dazzling image of the cosmos. Science and Tech 16 Jun, 2022
So long, Internet Explorer. The browser retires today So long, Internet Explorer. The browser retires today Internet Explorer is finally headed out to pasture. As of Wednesday, Microsoft will no longer support the once-dominant browser that legions of web surfers loved to hate — and a few still claim to adore. The 27-year-old application now joins BlackBerry phones, dial-up modems and Palm Pilots in the dustbin of tech history. Internet Explorer is finally headed out to pasture. As of Wednesday, Microsoft will no longer support the once-dominant browser that legions of web surfers loved to hate — and a few still claim to adore. The 27-year-old application now joins BlackBerry phones, dial-up modems and Palm Pilots in the dustbin of tech history. Science and Tech 15 Jun, 2022
Astronomers ponder 'cosmic mystery' over powerful radio wave bursts Astronomers ponder 'cosmic mystery' over powerful radio wave bursts Powerful bursts of radio waves emanating from a distant dwarf galaxy that were detected using a massive telescope in China are moving scientists closer to solving what one called a "cosmic mystery" that has lingered for years. Powerful bursts of radio waves emanating from a distant dwarf galaxy that were detected using a massive telescope in China are moving scientists closer to solving what one called a "cosmic mystery" that has lingered for years. Science and Tech 09 Jun, 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.
