WORLD
Who could be the 2026 World Cup's breakout star?
Who could be the 2026 World Cup's breakout star?
AFP Sport looks at five of the contenders to become the game's next superstar at this year's finals in the United States, Mexico and Canada:
May 18, 2026
WORLD
Australia orders China-linked shareholders to sell stakes in rare earths firm
Australia orders China-linked shareholders to sell stakes in...
Northern Minerals is vying to challenge China's dominance of dysprosium production, a rare earth mineral that is used to make high-performance magnets used in electric vehicles.
May 18, 2026
Entertainment
‘Pahilo Paila’ app launched to promote Nepali language, culture globally
‘Pahilo Paila’ app launched to promote Nepali language, cult...
The app was formally launched at a program in Kathmandu by senior educationist Suśhil Bhakta Mathema, veteran singer Lochan Bhattarai, poet and lyricist Ananda Adhikari and actress and brand ambassador Keki Adhikari.
May 18, 2026
POLITICS
HoR to meet today to discuss budget principles, priorities
HoR to meet today to discuss budget principles, priorities
According to the Federal Parliament Secretariat, the meeting will begin at 11 AM. The agenda includes discussions on the principles and priorities of the Appropriation Bill.
May 18, 2026
WORLD
Bulgaria's 'Bangaranga' wins Eurovision, with Israel second
Bulgaria's 'Bangaranga' wins Eurovision, with Israel second
Bulgaria had missed the last three editions of the glitzy extravaganza but took the crown in Vienna for the first time ever, overtaking Israel at the very end as the points came in, with Romania finishing third.
May 18, 2026
SOCIETY
Two killed in road accident
Two killed in road accident
Two people have died in a road accident that took place on the Rudrabeni-Purtighat road section under the Kaligandaki Corridor on Sunday night.
May 18, 2026
SOCIETY
Landless squatters threaten nationwide protests over forced evictions
Landless squatters threaten nationwide protests over forced...
Defying scorching heat, hundreds of demonstrators poured onto the streets on Sunday, accusing the government of pushing vulnerable communities into fear and uncertainty through ongoing bulldozer operations in squatter settlements.
May 18, 2026
SPORTS
Cricket World Cup League 2: Nepal facing Scotland today
Cricket World Cup League 2: Nepal facing Scotland today
After an impressive win against United States of America by 9 wickets on Saturday, Nepal will look to continue the momentum in a bid to retain its ODI status and also qualify for the upcoming ODI World Cup.
May 18, 2026
WORLD
Xabi Alonso appointed Chelsea manager on four-year deal
Xabi Alonso appointed Chelsea manager on four-year deal
The Blues lost the FA Cup final to Manchester City on Saturday and lie ninth in the Premier League with two games of the campaign to go.
May 18, 2026
SOCIETY
Moderate rainfall likely in Koshi, Bagmati and Gandaki today
Moderate rainfall likely in Koshi, Bagmati and Gandaki today
Furthermore, light rain with thunder and lightning is possible at one or two places in the Tarai and the rest of the mountainous and hilly areas of Madhesh, Koshi, Bagmati and Gandaki provinces.
May 18, 2026