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Lebanese vent rage against their leaders after blast; protesters gather
Lebanese vent rage against their leaders after blast; protes...
BEIRUT, Aug 8: As Beirut mourned its dead and grappled with the scale of rebuilding after this week’s massive blast, some Lebanese angered by their government’s response called on foreign states on Saturday to topple their leaders and run the country.
Aug 08, 2020
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Nepal’s COVID-19 death toll reaches 73 with three more deaths in last 24 hours
Nepal’s COVID-19 death toll reaches 73 with three more death...
KATHMANDU, Aug 8: Three more people died of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Nepal in the last 24 hours.
Aug 08, 2020
SOCIETY, Latest Updates, Coronavirus
With 378 new cases in last 24 hours, Nepal’s COVID-19 tally climbs to 22,592
With 378 new cases in last 24 hours, Nepal’s COVID-19 tally...
KATHMANDU, Aug 8: The Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP) on Saturday said 378 new cases of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) were detected in the country in the last 24 hours, taking Nepal’s COVID-19 tally to 22,592.
Aug 08, 2020
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Mauritius declares emergency as stranded ship spills fuel
Mauritius declares emergency as stranded ship spills fuel
JOHANNESBURG, Aug 8: The Indian Ocean island of Mauritius has declared a “state of environmental emergency” after a Japanese-owned ship that ran aground offshore days ago began spilling tons of fuel.
Aug 08, 2020
SOCIETY, Latest Updates
'Nepal to get COVID-19 vaccines at the same time as wealthier nations'
'Nepal to get COVID-19 vaccines at the same time as wealthie...
A total of 92 countries to benefit from the international vaccine alliance
Aug 08, 2020
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PHOTOS: Three areas in Kathmandu sealed off amid rising COVID-19 cases
PHOTOS: Three areas in Kathmandu sealed off amid rising COVI...
KATHMANDU, Aug 8: With a sharp increase in the cases of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in the Kathmandu Valley in recent days, the District Administration Office, Kathmandu, decided to seal off Pyukha, New Road and Mahaboudha areas.
Aug 08, 2020
WORLD
South Korea floods, landslides kill 21 as heavy rains continue
South Korea floods, landslides kill 21 as heavy rains contin...
SEOUL, Aug 8: At least 21 people have died after 46 days of heavy rains in South Korea, with the country’s longest monsoon in seven years causing more flooding, landslides and evacuations on Saturday.
Aug 08, 2020
WORLD, Latest Updates
Death toll from Air India Express plane accident rises to 18
Death toll from Air India Express plane accident rises to 18
KOZHIKODE, India, Aug 8: The death toll from an Air India Express passenger aircraft accident has risen to 18, while 16 people have been severely injured, a senior government official said on Saturday.
Aug 08, 2020
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WEATHER ALERT: Monsoon to become active again, rain forecast for three days
WEATHER ALERT: Monsoon to become active again, rain forecast...
KATHMANDU, Aug 8: Monsoon is to be active again, triggering light or moderate rain in most parts of the country for the next two to three days. According to meteorologist Shanti Kandel, monsoon trough is likely to draw closer to the Tarai plains from tonight and cause precipitation.
Aug 08, 2020
SOCIETY, Latest Updates, Coronavirus
55 more people test positive for COVID-19 in Parsa
55 more people test positive for COVID-19 in Parsa
BIRGUNJ , Aug 8: As many as 55 more people tested positive for the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Parsa on Saturday.
Aug 08, 2020