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- Hong Kong police investigate suspected pinhole cameras in gym changing rooms
Hong Kong police are investigating a case of voyeurism after three suspected pinhole cameras were found in the changing rooms of a 24/7 Fitness branch in Sha Tin. The force said on Saturday that officers were alerted at…
World · DigiNepal International · - Landslide kills one as heavy rain disrupts life across Nepal
Rising rivers, landslides and blocked roads have disrupted communities across several districts, while hundreds of residents have been moved to safer locations.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Hong Kong tycoon-backed start-up bets on new battery to challenge energy-storage giants
EnerVenue, a start-up co-founded by Full Vision Capital, the family office of Hong Kong tycoon Peter Lee Ka-kit, has begun manufacturing a new battery it expects to challenge existing energy-storage technologies…
World · DigiNepal International · - Yuki Kurihara, Japan’s 11-year-old e-sports prodigy, wins Asian Games gold
Gold medallist Yuki Kurihara, a primary school student, is youngest athlete in host country Japan's Asian Games history.
World · DigiNepal International · - Bangkok roads submerged as flood disaster declared
An emergency has been declared across the capital of Thailand as days of heavy rain leave the city inundated.
World · DigiNepal International · - Where can I refill my bottle?
A person can buy bottled water almost anywhere in Kathmandu. Finding a place to refill a bottle is much harder. That difference shapes behaviour. Students buy another bottle between classes. Office workers do the same…
Nepal · DigiNepal · - NEPSE slips as investors rotate into banks and manufacturing
The benchmark index fell 0.66 percent to close at 2,629.81 in a shortened trading week, while average daily turnover edged up to Rs6.12 billion as investors shifted away from hydropower and finance stocks.
Technology · DigiTechNepal · - Disaster declared as heavy rains spark Bangkok flooding
Days of near continuous downpours have caused widespread flooding in the Thai capital.
World · DigiNepal International · - Hong Kong minister vows to give public account on Queen Mary Hospital lifts saga
Hong Kong’s development minister has pledged to give a public account of whether her bureau failed to properly oversee faulty lift installations at Queen Mary Hospital’s new block, but has stopped short of confirming…
World · DigiNepal International · - How I unlearned my need for a cigarette
There was a time when I never thought I would become a smoker. Until I was 21, smoking and drinking had simply never been part of my life. I was not interested in either, nor did I feel the need to join in because…
Nepal · DigiNepal · - Snow and rain disrupt life across Nepal’s highlands
Heavy snowfall and persistent rain have brought colder conditions to high-altitude areas of Jumla, Jajarkot, Gorkha and Manang, affecting residents, livestock and trekkers.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - China’s AI-led transformation is taking shape. Why are some economists urging caution?
As AI becomes an increasingly important part of China’s economic transformation, economists and industry leaders are raising concerns about two potential risks: inflated valuations for humanoid robotics companies and…
World · DigiNepal International · - ‘Nowhere else to go’: Gaza families shelter in buildings that may collapse
Three years of Israel's war has left families in Gaza living in damaged buildings, with few safe alternatives available.
World · DigiNepal International · - Huckabee blames ‘biblical illiteracy’ for waning support for Israel in US
A Pew Research poll in April indicated 60 percent of the US adult population held an unfavourable view of Israel.
World · DigiNepal International · - Hong Kong’s Paul Chan predicts positive market response to Xi-Trump summit
Hong Kong’s finance chief has predicted a positive market response to the Xi-Trump summit, saying the mitigation of geopolitical uncertainties will bolster investor confidence. Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po made…
World · DigiNepal International · - Nepal cannot afford to leave its medicine supply to chance
When a country cannot reliably produce or procure essential medicines during a crisis, the problem is not simply commercial. It becomes a matter of health security. Nepal learned this painfully during the 2015 border…
Nepal · DigiNepal · - White House bars CNN from travelling with Trump on Air Force One
CNN was scheduled to fly with US President Donald Trump for his trip to Tennessee on Saturday.
World · DigiNepal International · - ‘Shaken faith’: Why are India’s elections under unprecedented scrutiny?
India has long held up its elections as evidence of its democratic credentials. Now their legitimacy is under question.
World · DigiNepal International · - Bangkok on red alert as massive floods hit the city
Persistent heavy downpours over a 48-hour period have triggered widespread flooding in Bangkok.
World · DigiNepal International · - US official claims Trump holds all the cards in Iran talks
US State Department Spokesman Tommy Pigott says President Donald Trump ‘holds all of the cards’ in talks with Tehran.
World · DigiNepal International · - White House bars CNN from Air Force One for Trump’s upcoming trip
Real America's Voice News replaces CNN on Air Force One amid escalating tensions between President Trump and US media.
World · DigiNepal International · - Why Pakistan’s endless war on militants fails to break the cycle
For over two decades, Pakistan has waged countless counterterrorism campaigns against Taliban and Baloch insurgents in its western regions bordering Afghanistan and Iran, yet remains mired in a cycle of violence it…
World · DigiNepal International · - Why Taiwan’s coastguard vessel transfer to the Philippines has sparked a double outcry
Taiwan’s transfer of a former coastguard vessel to the Philippines has triggered a dual controversy – raising concerns over the interests of Taiwanese fishermen and prompting strong criticism from Beijing. The matter…
World · DigiNepal International · - Xi-Trump summit: China and US to open ‘super intelligence’ communications channel
China and the United States have agreed to establish a bilateral communication channel for “super intelligence” incidents, according to the White House. In a statement about the deliverables of Chinese President Xi…
World · DigiNepal International · - OpenAI says its AI agents posted user images online in error
OpenAI acknowledged on Friday that its artificial intelligence tools had posted images from ChatGPT users onto online sites without the company’s knowledge, the latest example of AI agents operating outside their…
World · DigiNepal International · - China’s first lady Peng Liyuan shines during Xi-Trump summit: everything you missed
We have put together stories from our coverage of Peng Liyuan during the Xi-Trump summit. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. China’s first lady Peng Liyuan projects glamour…
World · DigiNepal International · - Iran pitches US a seven-day end to the war at UNGA
Iran has pitched a proposal to open the Strait of Hormuz in seven days - if the US meets its conditions.
World · DigiNepal International · - PAM wins big in Morocco parliament elections but falls short of majority
The next government will steer Morocco's 2030 World Cup preparations amid public frustration over local economy.
World · DigiNepal International · - Rethinking road safety through the safe system approach
For a long time, especially in Nepal, the general public and elected policymakers have operated under the assumption that human error is an inevitable cost of mobility. If someone on the road speeds, misjudges a turn,…
Nepal · DigiNepal · - Nepal to face Sri Lanka in quarterfinal
Nepal advance to the quarterfinals as Group A winners after rain washes out their match against Japan.
Sports · DigiSportsNepal · - Yemen’s government offers amnesty to Houthi defectors
Yemen’s president called on citizens to join the armed forces, and offered amnesty to Iran-backed Houthi rebels.
World · DigiNepal International · - From the Himalayas to the islands, Nepal calls for a united climate response
Nepal brings mountain and island nations together under its “Sagarmatha to the Sea” banner to push for climate finance, stronger early-warning systems and deeper cooperation.
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - APOD: 2026 September 26 – Mirrored Meteor and Milky Way
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 September 26 –… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or…
Science & future · DigiSciFiNepal · - Hong Kong is fast-tracking Northern Metropolis links. Will they be ready in time?
Hong Kong will fast-track key Northern Metropolis roads, bringing forward the San Tin highway section to 2034 and targeting 2033 for the Tsing Lung Bridge, but a transport expert and lawmaker have cautioned that the…
World · DigiNepal International · - The bombs are still falling. Does diplomacy even work?
Al Jazeera’s Emma Withrow asked Al Anoud Al Thani what diplomacy can achieve.
World · DigiNepal International · - CNN blocked from Trump’s trip as White House signals new media curb
The White House signalled on Friday night that CNN would be left off Air Force One for President Donald Trump’s Saturday trip, the latest media restriction from the administration in an ongoing dispute with First…
World · DigiNepal International · - Connecting disaster relief and social protection in Nepal
Nepal is highly exposed to natural and non-natural disasters, including floods, landslides, earthquakes, inundation, fires, epidemics and other hazards. Their impact extends far beyond the immediate humanitarian…
Places · DigiGeoNepal · - Yemeni leader urges public to enlist, offers amnesty to Houthi defectors
Rashad al-Alimi pledges amnesty for Houthi defectors in first speech since losing ground on the western Red Sea coast.
World · DigiNepal International · - How Hong Kong companies are evolving with the timesWorld · DigiNepal International ·
- UNGA81: Why has Africa’s Security Council reform push remained unresolved?
Africa wants permanent seats and veto power, but agreement remains elusive.
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