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From building global alliances at UNGA 81 to rallying vulnerable nations for COP31, former assistant secretary-general of the UN outlines a roadmap for urgent climate action and financing. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/09/23/how-nepal-can-lead-the-global-climate-charge-at-unga81-and-beyond

Places · DigiGeoNepal @digigeonepal · 23 Sept, 19:50

Authorities will stop vehicles from using the highway from 5 pm to 5 am, while the weather office has urged people to postpone long-distance travel from September 25 to 27. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/09/23/bp-highway-to-close-at-night-in-kavrepalanchok-from-september-24-to-28-amid-flood-risk

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 23 Sept, 19:49

NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope completed its 200,000th orbit around Earth on Sept. 19, marking another new milestone for an observatory that continues to transform our understanding of the universe. Hubble has traveled more than 5 billion miles around Earth over its 36-year lifetime, exceeding 1.7 million total observations. An observation completed on the day of […] https://science.nasa.gov/missions/hubble/nasas-hubble-seeks-lensed-supernova-marks-200000-orbits/

Science & future · DigiSciFiNepal @digiscifinepal · 23 Sept, 19:40

Hong Kong is expected to welcome about 1.29 million mainland Chinese travellers over the National Day “golden week” break, with city authorities planning to step up crowd management and tighten supervision of tour agencies and retail outlets. Chief Secretary Eric Chan Kwok-ki, Hong Kong’s No 2 official, chaired a meeting with various government departments on Wednesday to discuss preparations for… https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3368547/hong-kong-welcome-129-million-mainland-chinese-visitors-national-day-break?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 23 Sept, 19:12

One of those killed is believed to be a pregnant woman, police said. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crgjqxzl097eo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 23 Sept, 19:11

The US Air Force is shutting down a major research centre dedicated to open-source analysis of the Chinese military’s air, space, cyber and missile capabilities. The China Aerospace Studies Institute (CASI) said in a statement on Tuesday that Air University, the US Air Force institution under which it operates, had decided to close the institute, with all of its roles becoming unfunded from… https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3368540/us-air-force-shut-down-research-centre-focusing-chinese-military?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 23 Sept, 19:10

Switching to modern silicon solar cells could cut the cost of powering satellites by as much as 90% based on beginning-of-life (BOL) performance, according to a review led by the University of Surrey. The switch to silicon cells could also halve the weight of the solar cells needed on a spacecraft, freeing mass for fuel or instruments or cutting launch costs. https://phys.org/news/2026-09-silicon-solar-cells-satellite-power.html

Science & future · DigiSciFiNepal @digiscifinepal · 23 Sept, 19:09

3 days to save up to $200 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass, plus 50% off a second. Make impactful connections with 10,000+ tech leaders. Last day to save is September 25, 11:59 p.m. PT. Register here. https://techcrunch.com/2026/09/23/3-days-left-to-save-up-to-200-and-make-impactful-connections-at-techcrunch-disrupt-2026/

Technology · DigiTechNepal @digitechnepal · 23 Sept, 19:08

The UN wants to accelerate progress to end poverty by 2030, but people over the world say millions are still struggling. https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/9/23/un-poverty-goal-faces-reality-check?traffic_source=rss

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 23 Sept, 19:07

Analysts say a deal this week is unlikely - core disagreements between Washington and Tehran remain unresolved. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/23/flurry-of-diplomacy-trumps-fiery-threats-us-iran-war-deal-still-elusive?traffic_source=rss

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 23 Sept, 19:06

Decades of cheaper imports left US dependent on China for crucial rare earth processing. https://arstechnica.com/reviews/2026/09/how-the-us-handed-china-control-of-the-rare-earth-supply-chain/

Technology · DigiTechNepal @digitechnepal · 23 Sept, 19:05

The US Justice Department's response to a lawsuit filed by CNN, Politico and MS NOW also cites national security. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c6790yrgzq25o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 23 Sept, 19:04

Kathmandu, September 23 The government is preparing to suspend ongoing upgrading work on the BP Highway for a few days in view of the forecast of heavy rainfall across various parts of the country. Minister for Infrastructure Development Sunil Lamsal said preparations were underway to halt track construction work on the highway temporarily, citing the […] The post Work on BP Highway upgrading to… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/work-on-bp-highway-upgrade-suspended.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 23 Sept, 19:03

Pokhara, September 23 Flydubai has started commercial flights from Pokhara Regional International Airport, with its first flight arriving from Dubai on Wednesday carrying 113 passengers. The Flydubai aircraft landed at the airport with 113 passengers on board. It is scheduled to depart for Dubai with 153 passengers. The aircraft was given a ceremonial water-cannon welcome […] The post Flydubai… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/flydubai-commercial-flight-pokhara.html

Science & future · DigiSciFiNepal @digiscifinepal · 23 Sept, 19:02

A major Swedish study of 3.7 million people has found that rare TORCH infections passed from a pregnant woman to the fetus are linked to much higher risks of autism and intellectual disability later in life. Children with a congenital TORCH infection were about three times more likely to be diagnosed with autism, more than seven times more likely to have an intellectual disability, and up to 30… https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260922005653.htm

Science & future · DigiSciFiNepal @digiscifinepal · 23 Sept, 18:56

Altman plans to urge world leaders to adopt benchmarks for measuring AI capabilities and ​assessing the safeguards companies put in place as they develop the technology, an OpenAI executive told reporters on Tuesday. https://kathmandupost.com/science-technology/2026/09/23/ai-leaders-to-brief-un-amid-warnings-the-technology-could-slip-beyond-human-control

Science & future · DigiSciFiNepal @digiscifinepal · 23 Sept, 18:52

Around a dozen settlements along the river are exposed to sudden flooding, while authorities assess the threat from landslides and glacial hazards. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/09/23/kali-gandaki-river-settlements-face-rising-flood-risk

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 23 Sept, 18:51

From non-alignment and the concerns of small states to peace, development and climate justice, Nepal’s priorities at the UN General Assembly have evolved with the country’s politics and global challenges. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/09/23/seven-decades-of-nepal-at-the-un-from-chuda-prasad-sharma-to-kp-oli

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 23 Sept, 18:50

US President Donald Trump has made no secret of how little he agrees with his predecessor, Joe Biden, on many things. So, as Chinese President Xi Jinping is about to arrive in Washington on Wednesday, local time, there is one object that may offer a small moment of entertaining comparison between the two American leaders: Xi’s car. Xi is expected to bring his own ride – a custom-built Hongqi… https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3368511/xi-trump-summit-chinas-state-car-has-already-proved-match-us-beast?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 23 Sept, 18:12

Spotify is rolling out Taste Profile to Premium users in the U.S., letting listeners see how the streamer understands their tastes and use natural language to reshape their recommendations https://techcrunch.com/2026/09/23/spotify-is-giving-you-the-keys-to-its-recommendation-algorithm-with-u-s-launch-of-taste-profile/

Technology · DigiTechNepal @digitechnepal · 23 Sept, 18:11

LinkedIn is rolling out new verification tools that let members vouch for colleagues’ work experience and give companies more control over accounts that falsely claim to employ them. https://techcrunch.com/2026/09/23/linkedin-adds-new-tools-to-fight-fake-profiles-and-bogus-work-histories/

Technology · DigiTechNepal @digitechnepal · 23 Sept, 18:10

The startup says its automated system can change four tires in under 15 minutes. https://techcrunch.com/2026/09/23/pitpros-first-tire-changing-robot-goes-live-in-canada/

Technology · DigiTechNepal @digitechnepal · 23 Sept, 18:09

Kathmandu, September 23 There is a lot happening every day. The Daily Digest brings together some of the most important stories and developments in one place—from Nepal’s latest affairs to international news, business, sports and stories that deserve a closer look. Nepal’s public debt nears Rs 3 trillion, while debt payments outpace capital spending Nepal’s […] The post Daily Digest: The biggest… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/daily-digest-the-biggest-stories-developments-and-updates-of-the-day-9.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 23 Sept, 18:08

Pakistan could face India in the knockouts of the Asian Games, where the world champions won gold in 2023. https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/9/23/pakistan-must-catch-up-with-india-in-t20-cricket-says-coach-hesson?traffic_source=rss

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 23 Sept, 18:07

Child abuse can impair victims’ development and increase their risk of long-term health problems such as obesity and heightened inflammatory responses, a Hong Kong NGO has said, calling for a tiered prevention strategy to strengthen protections. Against Child Abuse on Wednesday shared the results of an overview of local studies from recent years on the effects of abuse on children, while calling… https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3368541/abused-children-higher-risk-long-term-health-problems-hong-kong-ngo-warns?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 23 Sept, 18:06

Kathmandu, September 22 Climbers who arrived in the Himalayas with dreams of standing atop Mount Manaslu have returned without reaching the summit this autumn, after persistent snowfall, strong winds and growing avalanche risks made further attempts increasingly dangerous. With weather conditions deteriorating, expedition teams have chosen to put safety before the summit and begin their […] The… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/manaslu-season-ends-2026.html

Places · DigiGeoNepal @digigeonepal · 23 Sept, 18:05

The tenant of the flat in Madrid, Maricarmen, was unable to pay the rent set by the firm which recently bought it. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c6vgy55lm8z1o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 23 Sept, 18:04

The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations will be held in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania, with 24 qualification spots up for grabs. https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/9/23/africa-cup-of-nations-afcon-2027-teams-schedule-salah-hakimi-mane?traffic_source=rss

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 23 Sept, 18:03

The large storm in the Pacific Ocean is being driven by warm waters caused by the El Niño weather phenomenon. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ckddvlrlr5qeo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 23 Sept, 18:02