Makeup 101- what to put in your first makeup kit ?

Published On: October 13, 2017 09:19 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

From lotions and concealers to nail polishes and blush brushes, there exist a variety of tools that are essential in our makeup kit. Picking these items might be easier for those who know the basics of makeup, but beginners often don’t know where to start. For the confused ones, The Week is here to help. We talked to Sajina Shilakar, senior beauty expert at Bliss Beauty Salon in Pulchowk, Lalitpur, and found out what exactly we need to put in our very first makeup kits.

No respite

Published On: October 13, 2017 09:10 AM NPT By: Kalu Maila

It seems that customers are always wrong in Nepal. I hailed a cab and asked the driver to take me to the airport. It was early in the morning. I was probably his first customer. Our cab drivers rarely use their meters. Our traffic police go after faulty meters and cheating cabbies at least once a year like they go after jaywalkers in the middle of the city.

Festive nostalgia

Published On: October 13, 2017 08:13 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

The festival of lights is around the corner and preparations here in Nepal are in full swing with people already thronging the markets to buy clay lamps, string lights, gifts, and other such just Tihar things. While Dashain seems to go by in a blur as we rush from one relative’s house to another seeking their blessings, Tihar seems to be just the festive occasion when we can relax and revel in traditions that we actually enjoy.

Five works of art you should know

Published On: October 6, 2017 12:24 PM NPT By: The Week Bureau

These masterpieces are not only pleasing to the eyes but have influenced the social and political scenarios of numerous counties for many years. They certainly carry a long history with them that needs to be understood and appreciated. You do not have to be an art enthusiast to comprehend these attractive pieces. Every month we compile for you five famous pieces of work. This is our attempt to get you acquainted with these exceptional paintings.

Demi Lovato on the right path

Published On: October 6, 2017 12:19 PM NPT By: The Week Bureau

The 25-year-old singer was honored with a Grammy Award nomination for Best Pop Vocal Album for 'Confident' in 2017 and has revealed how it ''changed things'' for her.

The big leap

Published On: October 6, 2017 12:15 PM NPT By: The Week Bureau

Bollywood beauty Katrina Kaif might just be ready to go international by starring in a Hollywood project. According to latest reports doing the rounds, it looks like Kat is juggling work and play while holidaying in Los Angeles.

Meghan Markle & Prince Harry: practically engaged

Published On: October 6, 2017 12:08 PM NPT By: Republica

For about a year now, the world has been wondering when Prince Harry will pop the question to Meghan Markle.

A force to reckon with

Published On: October 6, 2017 10:51 AM NPT By: Anweiti Upadhyay

Deepa Shree Niraula managed to become a household name after she portrayed the sharp, sarcastic (self-titled) character Deepa in the long running Nepali comedy TV series, Tito Satya.

Changing lives

Published On: October 6, 2017 10:49 AM NPT By: Swasti Gautam

After reading an article about a little girl suffering from HIV, Raj Kumar Pun felt obligated to help her. “She was malnourished, ill and abandoned by her family and society. She had also lost her mother, a victim of HIV/AIDS,” says Pun, founder and chairperson of Baby Life Home. Pun, along with his friend, Uma Gurung decided to get that little girl from her village to Kathmandu and take care of her.

Versatile Artist

Published On: October 6, 2017 10:44 AM NPT By: Ashma Chhetri

Koshish Chhetri was just seven years old when he was pushed to perform on stage for the first time. Since then Chhetri has come a long way and established himself as a singer, songwriter, and actor as well. He won the CG Kamana Film Award for best debut actor, Nepal Film Critics Award for best actor, and Sixth Cine Award under the public choice category for his performance in the movie ‘Mokshya’. His second movie ‘Parva’ was a critical and commercial success. He is also the man behind the lyrics and music of the hit song ‘Kale Dai’. The Week’s Ashma Chhetri caught up with the versatile artist to know more about him.