Abortion rights demonstration held on Cannes red carpet

- by Associated Press

Ahead of Saturday’s premiere of an Argentine documentary on abortion, dozens of women demonstrated for abortion rights on the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival in France. Women, including the filmmakers and activists seen in the film, waved green handkerchiefs and carried a large banner while walking the Cannes carpet at the premiere of Argentine director Juan Solanas’ “Let It Be Law.” The documentary depicts Argentina’s battle to legalize abortion.

Prince Harry accepts apology for intrusive images

- by Associated Press

Prince Harry settled privacy and data protection claims Thursday against a news agency that hovered over his home in a helicopter and took photos directly into his living room and bedroom. Harry accepted substantial damages and an apology from Splash News and Picture Agency. The figure was not disclosed.

New edition of Anne Frank diary 'brings the reader closer to her'

- by Reuters

Anne Frank made two diaries - her original journal and a revised version, reworked after she learned of plans to collect diaries and other papers to document the war period. “This is the book that Anne wanted to write and to publish,” Nussbaum, 91, said of the new edition, which will be published in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

Meghan, Harry release baby feet photo for US Mother’s Day

- by Associated Press

Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, have released a photo of their newborn baby’s feet to mark Meghan’s first Mother’s Day as a mom. The image posted Sunday on Instagram showed Meghan’s hand cradling the feet of her son, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, with a bed of spring flowers below serving as the background.

Nepali student becomes Brisbane International Student Ambassador

- by Republica

International students from 28 different countries, including Nepal, are made official Brisbane ambassadors to showcase the city as one of the best places in the world to study, work and live.

7 Perfect Mother’s Day gifts ideas

- by Republica

It’s mother’s day on Saturday and you haven’t decided yet what you want to present to your mom. If that’s your case, then don’t worry.

‘Miss Little Heritage’ in cultural parade

- by Republica

16 contestants of ‘Miss Little Heritage Nepal 2019’ presented cultural parade donning  several traditional cultural dresses.

Oldest human footprint found in the Americas confirmed in Chile: researcher

- by Reuters

A 15,600-year old footprint discovered in southern Chile is believed to be the oldest ever found in the Americas, according to researchers. The footprint was first discovered in 2010 by a student at the Universidad Austral of Chile. Scientists then worked for years to rule out the possibility that the print may have belonged to some other species of animal, and to determine the fossil’s estimated age.

Nepali Musers organizes Tiktok gathering

- by Republica

It has just been two years for Nepali Tiktok users who are active in Tiktok.

Second International Conference on Earthquake Engineering and Post Disaster Reconstruction Planning (ICEE-PRDP 2019) commences

- by Krishna Kisi

Khwopa Engineering College and Khwopa College of Engineering jointly organized the Second International Conference on Earthquake Engineering and Post Disaster Reconstruction Planning (ICEE-PRDP 2019) on Thursday.

Prince William and Kate Middleton shares adorable pictures of son Prince Louis

- by Agencies

Prince William and Kate Middleton, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, shared a series of adorable pictures of the young royal Prince Louis, ahead of his first birthday.

Woes of living in a temporary shed

- by Renu Twanabasu

There are four municipalities in Bhaktapur and after the Gorkha- epicentered earthquake in 2015; a total of 28,803 locals lost their homes. A total of 24,358 received red cards for their houses' safety level where red denotes danger to stay inside it.

Free education for earthquake-hit kid Sonish

- by Krishna Kisi

Sonish Awale was successfully rescued 22 hours after the infamous April 22 earthquake..He was trapped beneath the debris. Awale is currently studying for free at Everest School, Bhaktapur

Online addiction increasing among children

- by Republica

There is no doubt that social media is crucial for modern communication and socialization in this age of globalization. But at the same time, it has plunged a huge number of youngsters into addiction.  In the past few years, resulting from a strong internet access, children are also using online platforms like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Such users are likely to fall into cyber offense like Virtual comparison, online bullying, online fraud, and scam which are considered as major causes of mental health problems among youngsters.

Sexual Harassment in Theatre: Rajan relieved from his job, Rajkumar expelled

- by Republica

Two theatre artists were penalized as ‘Shukrabar’ weekly newspaper unfolded the scandal of sexual harassment over women theatre artists.

GUTHI instrumental in constructing well-facilitated public toilets

Covestro India Pvt Ltd started a joint initiative in collaboration with DWSS to support the Government of Nepal to construct the toilet with the latest technology and improve the access of sanitation facility in Nepal.

KP Sharma Oli inaugurates the Soaltee West End Premier Nepalgunj

- by Republica

Soaltee Westend Premier was formally inaugurated on Tuesday by Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli.

Modeling: Five common myths in Nepal (with video)

- by Aditya Neupane

Nepali modelling industry is still in its developing phase and has been a hot topic of gossips. There are different myths associated with modeling,creating confusion among new comers.

Government bans PUBG in Nepal

- by Kiran Lama

The government has directed internet service provider (ISP) to ban PUBG, a popular first person shooter multiple-player online game.

Indian embassy celebrates ICCR Foundation Day

- by Republica

Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre (SVCC), Embassy of India, Kathmandu celebrated Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) Foundation Day on April 9 at Hotel Radisson, Kathmandu.