Nepal
Black box from Nepal plane to reveal "last fateful seconds" before crash
Sunday's plane crash, which killed at least 69 people, was Nepal's deadliest in over 30 years.
Nepal plane crash: Dozens dead as video appears to show tragedy unfold
One clip, posted to Twitter and picked up by local media, appears to show the moment the plane veers off course.
Red panda cubs die as zoo hit with arctic blast's freezing temperatures
The twins were born in September as part of a breeding program to preserve the endangered species.
Himalayan plateau is about to fall apart due to thawing permafrost
Researchers have found huge swathes of infrastructure across the 970,000 square mile area will be at risk by 2050.
Hilaree Nelson Found Dead After Mountaineer Fell Into Deep Crevasse
The body of the missing ski mountaineer was spotted on the south face of Mt Manaslu on Wednesday morning.
Happy Guru Wishes, Messages and Greetings for Friends and Family
The annual festival of Guru Purnima 2022 will take place on July 12, 2022. Here's everything you need to know.
Wildlife Photographer Completes Everest Marathon While Carrying Plush Tiger
The Wimbledon-based conservationist has already run an amazing 19 charity marathons in the distinctive outfit.
Year of the Tiger—What the Tiger Represents on Chinese New Year
Tigers are an endangered species, but their numbers have rebounded in several countries in recent years.
Malaysian Official Claims Logging Is 'Good' for Tigers
Tiger experts contested the comments and said that habitat destruction is threatening the animals.
Which Countries Recognize Third Gender Option on Passports?
The U.S. Department of State issued its first U.S. passport with an "X" gender marker on Wednesday, joining a number of other countries that do so.
Oxygen Tanks Carried Through Himalayas in Amazing Video
Usha Mahato, a nurse in Nepal, shared a clip on TikTok showing the difficulties faced by medics in rural areas as the country battles coronavirus.
Former Teacher Completes Fastest Everest Ascent by a Woman
Ada Tsang Yin-hung, 44, from Hong Kong, broke the previous record by more than half a day when she got to the top of the world's highest mountain
Amid COVID Outbreaks on Mount Everest, China Keeping Nepal Climbers Away
Concern over coronavirus outbreaks on Mount Everest is leading China to draw a "separation line" on top of the mountain to prevent contact with climbers from the Nepal side.
Nepal Runs Out Of Hospital Beds for COVID Patients, Oxygen Scarce
Resources for COVID-19 patients in Nepal have become increasingly scarce as hospitals run out of available beds.
'Where's My House?'—Homebuyer Shocked to Discover Half of Property Missing
Bishnu Aryal's house stands out among a road of regular duplexes, which look complete, each with another building attached to the side.
'I was Raped and Trafficked—Now I'm Studying Law to Go After my Attackers'
Criminals who traffic minor girls—like I was—and force them into prostitution—like I was—must be punished. That's why I want to become a lawyer.
Chinese Climbers Are Tasked with Measuring Exact Height of Mount Everest
The mountaineers, who are scaling the world's tallest mountain to survey its natural resources, height and monitor potential impacts of climate change, are scheduled to reach the peak on May 22.
World's Largest Animal Sacrifice Sees Thousands of Buffaloes Decapitated
In 2009, the killing at Nepal's Gadhimai festival peaked with an estimated 500,000 animals killed. But efforts from animal rights groups have contributed to a reduction in the killing.
The Starting 5: World's Largest Animal Sacrifice, Giving Tuesday And More
Donald Trump heads to a reception for NATO leaders at Buckingham Palace, but Prince Andrew will not be in attendance.
World's Largest Mass Animal Sacrifice: What Can You Do to Help?
In 2009, around 500,000 animals were slaughtered at Nepal's Gadhimai festival.
The Largest Mass Animal Sacrifice in the World Is About to Begin
"The killing is brutal, there can be do doubt about that," Wendy Higgins, a spokesperson from Humane Society International, said.
Ex-U.N. Worker Jailed for 9 Years in Nepal for Raping Two Boys
Peter John Dalglish, 62, from Ontario, was convicted of abusing boys aged 9 and 12.
'PUBG' Gets Banned in Nepal
"PUBG" has been banned in Nepal due to its alleged negative impact on children and youths. Read the full story here.
Woman Dies In Illegal, Windowless 'Menstruation Hut'
"She was excited about the next day as her menstruation would end," her mother-in-law said. "Poor child closed her eyes forever."
Pilot Had 'Emotional Breakdown' Before Crash in Nepal
Based on his bizarre behavior and language while flying US-Bangla Airlines Flight 211, a report found that "the captain definitely seemed very much emotionally disturbed and stressed."
Woman Banished to Sleep in 'Menstruation Hut' Dies
The woman is believed to have died of smoke inhalation from a fire she lit to stay warm.
'Buddha Boy' Leader Probed Over Missing Followers
Ram Bahadur Bomjan's followers believe he can meditate for months at a time with no food or water.
Bodies of Missing Himalaya Hikers Found 30 Years Later
At the time of one of the mountaineers' deaths, his fiancee was pregnant with their child—a son who is now 30 years old.
Diwali 2018 in Photos
The best photos from this year's festival, from selfie-taking deities to painted police dogs.
Himalaya Snowstorm Kills Nine Mountain Climbers
The team was trying to scale Nepal's 23,600-foot Mount Gurja.