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fromNew York Post
20 hours ago

A major change to who gets to climb Mount Everest could be coming

Nepal will require climbers to have prior experience on similar peaks to obtain Everest permits.
The goal of the new regulations is to reduce overcrowding and improve safety on Mount Everest.
#earthquake
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago
Renovation

Nepal village ravaged by 2015 earthquake now a reluctant tourist hotspot

Langtang village has rebuilt as a tourist hub a decade after a devastating earthquake and avalanche claimed its residents.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
World politics

7.1-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes China's Tibet Region Near Nepal Border

A 7.1-magnitude earthquake occurred in western China, near the Nepal border, causing reported fatalities and aftershocks.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago
Renovation

Nepal village ravaged by 2015 earthquake now a reluctant tourist hotspot

Langtang village has rebuilt as a tourist hub a decade after a devastating earthquake and avalanche claimed its residents.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
World politics

7.1-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes China's Tibet Region Near Nepal Border

A 7.1-magnitude earthquake occurred in western China, near the Nepal border, causing reported fatalities and aftershocks.
more#earthquake
#china
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago
Marketing

In a Likely Overture to China, Nepal Lifts Ban on TikTok

K.P. Sharma Oli's government reinstated TikTok, signaling a shift towards closer ties with China amid geopolitical tensions with India.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
UK news

China-Built Airport in Nepal Was Littered With Corruption, Inquiry Finds

Corruption and lack of oversight marred the Pokhara airport project, burdening Nepal with debt and subpar infrastructure.
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago
Marketing

In a Likely Overture to China, Nepal Lifts Ban on TikTok

K.P. Sharma Oli's government reinstated TikTok, signaling a shift towards closer ties with China amid geopolitical tensions with India.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
UK news

China-Built Airport in Nepal Was Littered With Corruption, Inquiry Finds

Corruption and lack of oversight marred the Pokhara airport project, burdening Nepal with debt and subpar infrastructure.
more#china
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Environment

Sauntering on streets and grazing on lawns: what happens when rhinos move into town?

Rhino attacks are a serious concern in Chitwan, Nepal, highlighting the conflict between conservation efforts and human safety.
Environment
fromeuronews
3 weeks ago

Video. Fires rage across Nepal, threatening villages and key infrastructure

Wildfires in central Nepal are endangering lives and damaging vital resources.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Alternative transportation

Leading the charge: how a drive for electric vehicles is cleaning up Nepal

Nepal's electric vehicle adoption is surging, with over 70% of imported passenger vehicles being electric, aiming to combat severe air pollution.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 weeks ago
Parenting

Nepal's girls face new child marriage fears amid debate to change law

Nepal's proposal to reduce the legal marriage age risks increasing child marriage, contrary to efforts to protect young women's rights.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Washington Nationals

Nepal appoint former Australian international Law as new coach

Stuart Law appointed as Nepal's cricket team coach after leading the US to T20 World Cup Super 8s.
#monarchy
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Pro-monarchists welcome Nepal's deposed King Gyanendra to Kathmandu

Large crowds in Kathmandu demand the reinstatement of the monarchy amidst dissatisfaction with Nepal's political situation.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
UK news

Protests Demanding Restoration of Monarchy in Nepal Turn Deadly

Nepal protests revive call for monarchy amidst clashes, resulting in casualties and government curfews.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
France politics

Two killed in Kathmandu rally demanding return of Nepal monarchy

Protests in Kathmandu for monarchy restoration turned deadly, resulting in two fatalities and widespread unrest.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago
France politics

Nepal's monarchy: Is a royal revival on the horizon? DW 03/28/2025

Pro-monarchist groups in Nepal are demanding the return of the monarchy amid growing tensions between republican and royalist factions.
fromeuronews
1 month ago
France politics

Two killed in Nepal as pro-monarchy protesters clash with police

Protests in Nepal highlight ongoing divisions over the monarchy and the republican government, leading to violence and a curfew in Kathmandu.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Pro-monarchists welcome Nepal's deposed King Gyanendra to Kathmandu

Large crowds in Kathmandu demand the reinstatement of the monarchy amidst dissatisfaction with Nepal's political situation.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
UK news

Protests Demanding Restoration of Monarchy in Nepal Turn Deadly

Nepal protests revive call for monarchy amidst clashes, resulting in casualties and government curfews.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
France politics

Two killed in Kathmandu rally demanding return of Nepal monarchy

Protests in Kathmandu for monarchy restoration turned deadly, resulting in two fatalities and widespread unrest.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago
France politics

Nepal's monarchy: Is a royal revival on the horizon? DW 03/28/2025

Pro-monarchist groups in Nepal are demanding the return of the monarchy amid growing tensions between republican and royalist factions.
fromeuronews
1 month ago
France politics

Two killed in Nepal as pro-monarchy protesters clash with police

Protests in Nepal highlight ongoing divisions over the monarchy and the republican government, leading to violence and a curfew in Kathmandu.
more#monarchy
#foreign-aid
US news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

US aid freeze hits health, development projects in Nepal DW 02/27/2025

Nepal has halted US-funded development projects after a 90-day pause in US foreign aid ordered by President Trump.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
US news

Nepal Took a Risk on a $500 Million U.S. Grant. It May Now Regret It.

Nepal accepted a $500 million U.S. aid package, raising concerns amid Trump's foreign aid freeze and China's growing influence.
Regret mounts among Nepali leaders over reliance on U.S. support with aid concerns.
US news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

US aid freeze hits health, development projects in Nepal DW 02/27/2025

Nepal has halted US-funded development projects after a 90-day pause in US foreign aid ordered by President Trump.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
US news

Nepal Took a Risk on a $500 Million U.S. Grant. It May Now Regret It.

Nepal accepted a $500 million U.S. aid package, raising concerns amid Trump's foreign aid freeze and China's growing influence.
Regret mounts among Nepali leaders over reliance on U.S. support with aid concerns.
more#foreign-aid
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

A New Yorker who feared rising costs would hurt his retirement moved to Nepal. He said life is much cheaper and more relaxing.

Retiring in Nepal provides a more affordable, enjoyable lifestyle for expats like Albert Greenwood, who sought to escape high US retirement costs.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Kung fu nuns show off martial art skills at monastery reopening in Nepal

The reopening of the Druk Amitabha monastery highlighted the empowerment of nuns through martial arts, promoting gender equality and mental health.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Why Nepal's Gurkha fighters want to join India's army again

The suspension of Gurkha recruitment into the Indian Army has left young men in Nepal seeking alternatives like the British Army or other forces.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Bhutanese refugees in Nepal: 'We want to return home' DW 12/19/2024

Nepali-speaking Bhutanese citizens faced persecution in the 1990s, leading to mass displacement and ongoing struggles for citizenship and support in Nepal.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Wish You Were Here: Hiking in Nepal

Readers shared diverse travel experiences, highlighting adventurous activities and cultural insights worldwide.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
5 months ago
Privacy professionals

Speaking Freely: Tanka Aryal

Tanka Aryal advocates for digital rights and freedom of expression in Nepal, stressing its importance for democracy and civic engagement.
#mountaineering
Miscellaneous
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 months ago

Nepali teenager hailed as hero after climbing world's 8,000-metre peaks

Nima Rinji Sherpa is celebrated as the youngest climber to conquer all 14 of the world's 8,000-metre peaks, marking a milestone in mountaineering.
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

18-Year-Old Sherpa Becomes Youngest Climber to Summit 14 Highest Mountains

Nima Rinji Sherpa became the youngest climber to summit all 14 mountains over 8,000 meters, honoring his late mentor's memory in the process.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Sherpas are rarely seen as elite athletes': record-breaking teenager's fight for equality

Nima Rinji Sherpa became the youngest climber to summit all 14 of the world's highest mountains, highlighting sherpa achievements.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 months ago

Nepali teenager hailed as hero after climbing world's 8,000-metre peaks

Nima Rinji Sherpa is celebrated as the youngest climber to conquer all 14 of the world's 8,000-metre peaks, marking a milestone in mountaineering.
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

18-Year-Old Sherpa Becomes Youngest Climber to Summit 14 Highest Mountains

Nima Rinji Sherpa became the youngest climber to summit all 14 mountains over 8,000 meters, honoring his late mentor's memory in the process.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Sherpas are rarely seen as elite athletes': record-breaking teenager's fight for equality

Nima Rinji Sherpa became the youngest climber to summit all 14 of the world's highest mountains, highlighting sherpa achievements.
more#mountaineering
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

One-man anti-abortion army': shadow of US global gag rule looms over Nepal's family planning services

Soman Rai's anti-abortion campaign in Nepal emphasizes belief in life beginning at conception, influencing a growing Christian audience through emotional appeals.
#climate-change
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
OMG science

More than 200 dead in Nepal floods, as parts of Kathmandu left under water

Nepal's recent flash flooding resulted in over 200 deaths and widespread destruction, attributed to climate change and severe monsoon conditions.
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago
New York City

Strong Flooding and Landslides Kill at Least 170 People in Nepal

Heavy flooding and landslides in Nepal have resulted in at least 170 deaths and significant destruction, impacting rescue efforts.
Climate change and rapid development have increased the vulnerability of Nepal to natural disasters.
fromNature
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Tips to beat 'brain drain': how to foster home expertise from abroad

Governments should encourage researchers to stay and bolster their home economies to address local challenges and stimulate growth.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
OMG science

More than 200 dead in Nepal floods, as parts of Kathmandu left under water

Nepal's recent flash flooding resulted in over 200 deaths and widespread destruction, attributed to climate change and severe monsoon conditions.
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago
New York City

Strong Flooding and Landslides Kill at Least 170 People in Nepal

Heavy flooding and landslides in Nepal have resulted in at least 170 deaths and significant destruction, impacting rescue efforts.
Climate change and rapid development have increased the vulnerability of Nepal to natural disasters.
fromNature
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Tips to beat 'brain drain': how to foster home expertise from abroad

Governments should encourage researchers to stay and bolster their home economies to address local challenges and stimulate growth.
more#climate-change
#monsoon
fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago
US news

Flooding deaths in Nepal approach 200 as recovery work is stepped up

Nepal experiences devastating floods and landslides, resulting in significant casualties and a major response effort.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 months ago
Europe news

At least 32 people killed, 12 missing in Nepal floods and landslides

Severe flooding in Nepal has resulted in at least 32 deaths and multiple missing persons, prompting a significant rescue operation with over 3,000 personnel involved.
fromwww.dw.com
7 months ago
Europe news

Nepal floods, landslides kill at least 151 people DW 09/29/2024

The death toll from monsoon floods and landslides in Nepal has reached 151, with many still missing.
fromwww.dw.com
7 months ago
Europe news

Nepal floods, landslides kill at least 120 people DW 09/29/2024

The heavy monsoon floods in Nepal have caused over 126 deaths and significant infrastructure damage, especially in Kathmandu.
fromwww.dw.com
7 months ago
Europe news

Nepal floods, landslides kill at least 148 people DW 09/29/2024

The monsoon floods in Nepal have caused significant loss of life and damage, with ongoing rescue operations.
fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago
US news

Flooding deaths in Nepal approach 200 as recovery work is stepped up

Nepal experiences devastating floods and landslides, resulting in significant casualties and a major response effort.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 months ago
Europe news

At least 32 people killed, 12 missing in Nepal floods and landslides

Severe flooding in Nepal has resulted in at least 32 deaths and multiple missing persons, prompting a significant rescue operation with over 3,000 personnel involved.
fromwww.dw.com
7 months ago
Europe news

Nepal floods, landslides kill at least 151 people DW 09/29/2024

The death toll from monsoon floods and landslides in Nepal has reached 151, with many still missing.
fromwww.dw.com
7 months ago
Europe news

Nepal floods, landslides kill at least 120 people DW 09/29/2024

The heavy monsoon floods in Nepal have caused over 126 deaths and significant infrastructure damage, especially in Kathmandu.
fromwww.dw.com
7 months ago
Europe news

Nepal floods, landslides kill at least 148 people DW 09/29/2024

The monsoon floods in Nepal have caused significant loss of life and damage, with ongoing rescue operations.
more#monsoon
#landslides
fromeuronews
7 months ago
New York City

Flooding and landslides in Nepal kill at least 100 people

The death toll from the flooding in Kathmandu continues to rise amid ongoing rescue operations as authorities face challenges from landslides.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago
East Bay (California)

More than 100 dead from floods, landslides in Nepal

The flooding and landslides in Nepal have claimed over 100 lives, with ongoing rescue efforts hampered by road blockages.
fromtime.com
7 months ago
OMG science

At Least 129 Are Dead in Floods and Landslides in Nepal

Landslides and flooding in Nepal have led to at least 129 fatalities, with ongoing recovery efforts hampered by blocked roads.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 months ago
OMG science

Nepal closes schools as heavy rains bring country to standstill

Heavy rains in Nepal caused floods and landslides, leading to around 150 deaths and prompting school closures in affected areas.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

At least 66 killed and 69 missing as flooding and landslides hit Nepal

Heavy rainfall in Nepal has resulted in at least 66 deaths and 69 people missing, triggering widespread flooding and landslides.
fromwww.npr.org
7 months ago
US news

Death toll in Nepal flooding reaches at least 100, dozens still missing

The death toll from flooding and landslides in Nepal has surpassed 100, with ongoing recovery efforts amidst blocked highways and rescue operations.
fromeuronews
7 months ago
New York City

Flooding and landslides in Nepal kill at least 100 people

The death toll from the flooding in Kathmandu continues to rise amid ongoing rescue operations as authorities face challenges from landslides.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago
East Bay (California)

More than 100 dead from floods, landslides in Nepal

The flooding and landslides in Nepal have claimed over 100 lives, with ongoing rescue efforts hampered by road blockages.
fromtime.com
7 months ago
OMG science

At Least 129 Are Dead in Floods and Landslides in Nepal

Landslides and flooding in Nepal have led to at least 129 fatalities, with ongoing recovery efforts hampered by blocked roads.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 months ago
OMG science

Nepal closes schools as heavy rains bring country to standstill

Heavy rains in Nepal caused floods and landslides, leading to around 150 deaths and prompting school closures in affected areas.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

At least 66 killed and 69 missing as flooding and landslides hit Nepal

Heavy rainfall in Nepal has resulted in at least 66 deaths and 69 people missing, triggering widespread flooding and landslides.
fromwww.npr.org
7 months ago
US news

Death toll in Nepal flooding reaches at least 100, dozens still missing

The death toll from flooding and landslides in Nepal has surpassed 100, with ongoing recovery efforts amidst blocked highways and rescue operations.
more#landslides
fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 months ago
New York City

Nepal's first Paralympic medallist returns home to hero's welcome

Palesha Goverdhan's bronze medal at the 2024 Paralympics marks a historic achievement for Nepal, inspiring future generations of athletes.
#bus-accident
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago
New York City

Busload of Indian Tourists in Nepal Plunges Into River, Killing at Least 27

The tragic bus accident in Nepal underscores the serious road safety challenges in the country's mountainous terrain.
fromwww.dw.com
8 months ago
OMG science

Nepal: 14 dead after Indian pilgrim bus plunges into river DW 08/23/2024

The bus accident in Nepal resulted in 14 fatalities and 16 injuries, emphasizing the dangers of travel during the monsoon season.
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago
New York City

Busload of Indian Tourists in Nepal Plunges Into River, Killing at Least 27

The tragic bus accident in Nepal underscores the serious road safety challenges in the country's mountainous terrain.
fromwww.dw.com
8 months ago
OMG science

Nepal: 14 dead after Indian pilgrim bus plunges into river DW 08/23/2024

The bus accident in Nepal resulted in 14 fatalities and 16 injuries, emphasizing the dangers of travel during the monsoon season.
more#bus-accident
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago

Nepal Asks China to Wipe Away a Loan It Can't Afford to Pay Back

Nepal's Pokhara airport, a symbol of Chinese investment, faces scrutiny for poor construction and debt concerns impacting the country's financial stability.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 months ago
Marketing

Nepal lifts TikTok ban after blocking app over social harmony' concerns

Nepal lifts TikTok ban, prioritizing equal treatment of social media platforms and responding to the platform's commitments to local regulations.
#lgbtq-rights
fromwww.dw.com
9 months ago
LGBT

Nepal: Same-sex couples face hurdles on road to recognition DW 07/10/2024

Despite legal recognition, challenges persist for LGBTQ+ families in Nepal.
fromwww.dw.com
9 months ago
LGBT

Nepal: Same-sex couples face hurdles on road to recognition DW 07/10/2024

Despite legal recognition, challenges persist for LGBTQ+ families in Nepal.
more#lgbtq-rights
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