News
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More than 70 lives have already been lost to this past week’s rains with the toll only expected to rise.
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Features
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Hundreds continue to flock out everyday from the joblessness, hunger and desperation that has come to plague their lives during the lockdown.
Perspectives
6 min read
More and more Nepalis are being pushed out of their homes by extreme weather events, agricultural difficulties, and the pursuit of economic freedom from the elements.
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News
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A daily summary of Covid19 related developments that matter
Perspectives
8 min read
There are strong links between economic stressors caused by climate change and child marriage around the world. A spattering of evidence suggests this is a serious problem in parts of Nepal as well.
Features
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Nepal accepts China’s request to jointly announce the new height of the world’s highest peak while risking being dismissed by the international mountain community
Perspectives
10 min read
We cannot protect ourselves if we don't protect others. And the time to act is now.
Perspectives
7 min read
While there is much to appreciate in Gates’ new book on climatechange, he fails to unpack the political complexities of the climate crisis
