When we experience the death of someone we love, we feel as if a part of ourselves and our past is lost. What should we do in such situations? The grieving process is complex and personal, and there are various ways to cope with it. During grief, a flood of emotions can arise, including sadness, anger, and confusion. In these moments, self-support and the help of friends are extremely important.
The Trump administration has proposed eliminating the 60-day grace period that allows H-1B and other temporary work visa holders to find new employment or sponsors after job loss. Under the new rule, visa holders would be required to leave the United States immediately after their employment ends. The Department of Homeland Security has acknowledged that this change could impact large American tech companies that rely heavily on foreign workers.
Kathmandu, September 11 — The proposed regulation was published on Thursday in a government notice online. According to the Department of Homeland Security’s notice in the Federal Register, H-1B and other temporary work visa holders must depart the U.S. promptly once their employment terminates. This move could significantly affect major U.S. tech firms that depend on a large number of foreign employees.
After resuming office in January 2025, President Donald Trump introduced this new initiative to tighten legal immigration policies. His administration has already approved an increase in visa fees for skilled foreign workers. Additionally, as part of implementing new training programs, temporary restrictions have been placed on immigrant visa appointments at U.S. diplomatic missions globally. While the Department of Homeland Security acknowledges that this change might pose some challenges for affected companies, it also asserts that positions could be filled by American workers.
NASA and IBM have released an open-source artificial intelligence (AI) model named the ‘NASA-IBM Lunar Foundation Model’ designed to aid lunar observation. This model will assist researchers in identifying potential ice deposits in the Moon’s permanently shadowed regions, locating safe landing sites, and studying volcanic structures. According to NASA and IBM, testing has shown that the model identifies key features on the lunar surface 23% faster than other methodologies. Kathmandu, 11 September.
The American space agency NASA launched this new open-source AI model to analyze decades of lunar observation data and strengthen plans for sustained human presence on the Moon. Developed through collaboration between NASA and IBM, the ‘NASA-IBM Lunar Foundation Model’ is publicly available and trained on over 30 data layers collected by nine instruments from previous NASA missions. The dataset also includes information gathered by the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO).
This model is comparable to IBM and NASA’s ‘Earth’ series of open foundation models, which have been applied successfully across geospatial and meteorological domains. The new model enables researchers to pinpoint potential ice locations in the Moon’s permanently shadowed areas, map craters suitable for safe landings, and analyze volcanic features. Traditionally, such tasks required scientists to manually study maps and images or rely on lower-resolution machine learning tools.
NASA and IBM report that during testing, this model identified major lunar surface features up to 23% faster and with greater accuracy compared to existing methods. The presence of ice on the Moon indicates potential sources of water and oxygen, which are of significant interest to space agencies. These resources will be critical for constructing permanent bases or stations on the lunar surface and for producing rocket fuel necessary for future Mars missions. Under NASA’s Artemis program, astronauts are planned to return to the Moon during 2026-2027, fostering the development of new technologies for long-term lunar presence and upcoming Martian exploration. This AI model is freely accessible on the Hugging Face platform, with its code also hosted on GitHub, and is expected to support future lunar research efforts.
How can one cope with the pain experienced during displacement? Published on September 10, 2026. Home is the place where we feel secure. However, for you and many others around the world, that sense of security may have been lost. Regardless of the reason, the emotions remain the same. For some, their homes might have been destroyed by war, earthquakes, or floods. Sometimes, unexpected incidents force people to leave their homes, which can be very difficult to understand. What should one do in such situations? Be sure to watch this video.
U.S. President Donald Trump has made it clear that he harbors no regret over starting a war against Iran. In an interview with Fox News, he stated, “I don’t believe in the word regret. You can always second-guess yourself a little.” During Thursday’s broadcast of The Ingraham Angle, he added, “If I had to do it again, I would do exactly what I did.” Kathmandu, September 12.
Despite concerns about the impact on the upcoming midterm elections in November, Trump reiterated that he does not regret initiating the conflict with Iran. When asked about the electoral ramifications during the Fox News interview, he responded, “I don’t believe in the word regret. You can always second-guess yourself a little.” Defending his decision on The Ingraham Angle program, he affirmed, “If given another chance, I would do exactly what I did.” Trump also dismissed claims that some of his supporters were upset or discouraged by the war.
September 11, Butwal – Businessman and social leader Thaneshwar Paudel from Butwal has contributed NPR 2,525,000 to assist citizens affected by the recent floods. Paudel donated this amount to the Prime Minister’s Natural Disaster Relief Fund to support those impacted by the flooding of the Bhote Koshi River in Rasuwa. He stated that the donation was made personally to the relief fund.
Paudel serves as a volunteer with the Paudel Human Welfare Committee in Butwal and is also the chairman of the Shine Resunga Development Bank’s board of directors. He remarked, “Amid one of the greatest disasters in Nepal’s history affecting districts including Rasuwa, Dhading, and Nuwakot, the country faces severe economic losses and challenging circumstances. It is our responsibility as Nepali citizens to support the government, which is why I have contributed to the relief fund.” He also shared that the Shine Resunga Development Bank, under his chairmanship, has previously donated NPR 6.5 million to the Prime Minister’s Natural Disaster Relief Fund.
How can one restore hope in life after a disaster? Published on September 10, 2026. Hope is a powerful emotion. It is the belief that circumstances can improve in the future. It gives us courage and energy to face today’s challenges. However, when disasters like floods and landslides take many lives and leave people homeless, it becomes difficult to see the light of hope in life. What can you do in such moments? Watch this video for more information.
September 11, Kathmandu – The European Union’s (EU) climate monitoring agency released a report on Thursday revealing that August 2023 was the hottest month ever recorded worldwide. During this period, ocean temperatures also surged to unprecedented levels. Western Europe has experienced its hottest summer on record this year.
The Copernicus Climate Change Service’s assessment prompted a warning from the United Nations, emphasizing that the planet will remain in grave danger unless humanity curtails its use of fossil fuels.
Copernicus’s datasets date back to 1940, but other evidence such as ice cores, tree rings, and coral skeletons help scientists put today’s climate into a much longer historical context.
Samantha Burgess from the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts stated, “Humans have not seen temperatures this high in the past 100,000 years.” According to Copernicus, the global average air temperature in August reached 16.96 degrees Celsius. This surpasses the previous July 2023 record by just 0.01 degrees Celsius. Due to the minimal difference, Copernicus regards both months jointly as the hottest ever.
Scientists have attributed this warming primarily to human activities, especially burning coal, oil, and gas, which have raised Earth’s temperature by approximately 1.4 degrees Celsius since the pre-industrial era. This increase has intensified the severity and likelihood of extreme weather events. Greenhouse gas emissions reached a new peak in 2025.
Simon Stiell, the UN climate chief, commented on the Copernicus report: “The evidence is irrefutable. This is the cost humanity pays for the exploitation of fossil fuels and the resulting global climate crisis.”
Ocean surface temperatures worldwide also broke new daily records. August marked the hottest month ever recorded for sea surface temperatures, setting records for three consecutive months.
Over 90 percent of the heat generated from greenhouse gas emissions is absorbed by the oceans, preventing the land from heating even more. However, this has caused significant harm to marine life, coral reefs, and coastal regions.
Extremely hot areas such as the Atlantic, Mediterranean, and Tropical Pacific Oceans witnessed their previous temperature records being shattered. The Tropical Pacific is experiencing one of the most powerful El Niño weather systems of the modern era, rapidly intensifying.
During these events, Pacific Ocean waters become unusually warm, influencing areas thousands of kilometers away. This results in flooding in Peru, droughts in Africa, and wildfires in Australia.
The natural El Niño climate cycle temporarily raises global temperatures, compounding the already elevated baseline caused by long-term warming.
Scientists expect temperature records to continue being broken in the coming months. This “super” El Niño is predicted to peak around December, potentially making 2026 and 2027 the hottest years on record.
Frederik Otto, a climate scientist at Imperial College London, remarked, “Climate change makes each El Niño hotter. Unless we stop burning coal, oil, and gas, record-breaking months will keep coming.”
Copernicus reported that August ended Western Europe’s hottest summer on record, surpassing the previous benchmark set in 2003. Throughout this period, intense heat waves persisted from June to August, causing schools to close, rivers to dry up, and wildfires to spread.
Between mid-July and mid-August, the European EuroMOMO monitoring platform estimated over 32,000 excess deaths in the region.
Scientists from the World Weather Attribution Network concluded that the heatwaves would have been impossible without climate change.
However, this exceptional heat was felt globally. On Wednesday, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reported that the United States experienced its hottest summer ever recorded.
According to Copernicus data, around 900 million people reside in areas that had their hottest July on record. Samantha Burgess, ocean scientist at the ECMWF, stated, “Not only Europe but other parts of the world experienced extraordinary heat as well, breaking century-old temperature records.”
She added, “If we do not halt the flow of global emissions, the climate will become increasingly extreme.”
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As the monsoon season begins, a tiny creature becomes increasingly active around homes, in stagnant water, and damp environments: the mosquito. Despite their small size, mosquitoes pose a significant health risk to humans.
Due to their role in spreading diseases such as dengue, malaria, chikungunya, and Japanese encephalitis, it is especially important to protect ourselves from mosquitoes during the rainy season. However, many of us tend to view all mosquitoes the same way. In reality, the world of mosquitoes is not so simple: not all mosquitoes bite humans, not all transmit diseases, and even those that bite do not always do so for blood.
Here are some fascinating facts about mosquitoes that help us better understand their behavior and how to effectively protect ourselves.
1. Creatures That Are Millions of Years Old
Mosquitoes are believed to have originated millions of years ago. Scientific evidence suggests their ancestors may have existed since the Paleozoic or Mesozoic eras. In other words, mosquitoes roamed the earth long before humans did. There are thousands of mosquito species worldwide, but not all are harmful to humans.
2. Not All Mosquitoes Bite Humans
An interesting fact is that primarily female mosquitoes suck blood. Male mosquitoes do not bite humans or animals but generally feed on nectar and plant fluids.
Female mosquitoes require blood to develop their eggs, which is why they actively seek blood meals from humans or animals.
3. They Hunt for Humans
Many wonder how mosquitoes locate humans even in the dark. Mosquitoes use cues such as carbon dioxide exhaled from the body, body heat, sweat, and scent to find their target.
Therefore, mosquito activity can be higher in crowded places.
4. The Buzzing Sound Comes from Their Wings
The ‘buzzing’ noise produced by mosquitoes in flight comes from the rapid vibration of their wings. This sound varies between male and female mosquitoes and helps them recognize and mate with each other.
5. They Don’t Fly Faster Than Humans
Although it may seem like mosquitoes fly very fast, their average speed is around 1.5 miles per hour, which is slower than a typical walking pace of a human. Thus, mosquitoes are not just fast fliers but smart in reaching their goals.
6. Lifespan Up to Six Weeks
Mosquito lifespan varies by species, temperature, availability of water, food sources, and environment. Female mosquitoes generally live longer than males, with some females surviving from 2 to 6 weeks, during which they repeatedly feed on blood and lay eggs.
7. Small Amounts of Water Are Enough for Breeding
Mosquito breeding doesn’t require large water bodies. Even small amounts of clean stagnant water around homes can serve as breeding sites. Old tires, flowerpots, containers, bottles, refrigerators, or water accumulated on rooftops may provide mosquito habitats. Hence, preventing water accumulation during the monsoon is a crucial mosquito control measure.
8. Dengue-Transmitting Mosquitoes Are More Active During the Day
The primary dengue carrier, Aedes aegypti, is mostly active during the daytime, especially in the morning and evening, indicating that nighttime protection alone is insufficient. Measures like using mosquito nets, wearing protective clothing, and repellents are essential throughout the day to avoid bites.
9. Not All Mosquitoes Transmit Diseases
Not all mosquitoes carry diseases. Among thousands of mosquito species worldwide, only a few can transmit diseases to humans. The ability to spread disease depends on the species and the presence of pathogens. Therefore, reducing mosquito populations and controlling breeding of disease-carrying species is key for public health.
10. Mosquito Travel Distances
Most mosquitoes do not fly far. Some species stay near their birthplace, while others can be carried farther by wind, humans, or other means. Some mosquitoes remain within a few hundred feet during their life cycle, whereas others have been found miles away. Therefore, cleaning individual households is not enough; mosquito breeding sites must be controlled throughout the community.
11. They Prefer Clean Water
The common belief that mosquitoes breed only in dirty water is incorrect. Aedes aegypti mosquitoes prefer to lay eggs in clean stagnant water. Water left unused for extended periods inside or around the home can be risky. It’s important to check not only if the water is clean or dirty but also if water is stagnating anywhere.
12. Why Do Mosquito Bites Itch?
When a female mosquito inserts her mouthparts into the skin to suck blood, she injects saliva containing anticoagulants to facilitate blood flow. The immune system reacts to these foreign proteins, causing redness, swelling, and itching at the bite site.
13. Mosquitoes Don’t Only Need Blood
It’s a misconception that mosquito diet consists only of blood. Both male and female mosquitoes primarily derive energy from plant nectar and other sources. Only females require blood specifically for egg development. Human blood is not their daily energy source.
14. Bacteria Are Being Used for Mosquito Control
Scientists are working on new technologies for mosquito control. Bacteria such as Wolbachia are being studied to reduce mosquito populations and their ability to transmit diseases. This indicates ongoing research into biological control methods as alternatives to chemical insecticides.
Hundreds of drones formed the silhouette of the Twin Towers in the New York City sky. This special event was organized in memory of the victims of the terrorist attacks that took place in the United States on September 11, 2001.
Under the artwork titled ‘2,977 Lights Over New York Harbor,’ artists collaborated with families of the deceased and survivors. According to the organizers, each light in the Twin Tower formation represents one of the 2,977 individuals who lost their lives in the 9/11 attacks.
Summary: On September 11, 2001, nearly 3,000 people were killed when Al-Qaeda suicide hijackers crashed planes into the World Trade Center. In the aftermath, the U.S. government and intelligence agencies undertook a comprehensive restructuring of information sharing, counterterrorism, and security frameworks. Prior to the 2003 invasion of Iraq, MI6 provided flawed intelligence, and the Butler Review later concluded that intelligence regarding Iraq’s weapons of mass destruction was seriously mistaken.
The primary duty of any government is to protect its citizens, a principle emphasized repeatedly by leaders over decades. However, on September 11, 2001, the U.S. failed in this responsibility. Intelligence was available beforehand but was not adequately compiled or acted upon in time. Known as 9/11, the attacks defined the subsequent two decades’ foreign policy, security measures, and intelligence systems.
On that day, Al-Qaeda suicide hijackers targeted the World Trade Center. At the time, I was working in the Middle East bureau. A Palestinian taxi driver who was taking me from the hills in West Jerusalem toward Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport raised the radio volume and said, “Something big has happened in America.” Nearly 2,977 people died that day.
These attacks were not sudden surprises. The CIA had known about Al-Qaeda and Osama bin Laden’s location years earlier. Special task forces were dedicated to tracking him. Just nine days after 9/11, then-President George W. Bush declared the “War on Terror.” Over the next 25 years, the U.S. and Western countries experienced both successes and failures in intelligence work — suspects were arrested and prosecuted, but challenges remain.
Over the 25 years following 9/11, American intelligence strategy, counterterrorism, and planning underwent significant transformation. 9/11 was a major intelligence failure. Although the CIA and FBI possessed some information, poor coordination prevented timely action to avert the attacks.
The 9/11 Commission Report identified serious shortcomings in government imagination, capability, and organization. Today, intelligence-sharing systems among Western agencies have vastly improved. The longstanding gap between the UK’s MI5 and the police counterterrorism units has been bridged, with a high-security counterterrorism operations center established in London. Police officers and linguists collaborate closely in counterterrorism efforts.
In the U.S., the National Counterterrorism Center was formed, and the Director of National Intelligence role was created to coordinate information exchange among various agencies. The CIA and its UK counterpart MI6 maintain their closest relationship, while the Five Eyes alliance—comprising the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand—facilitates robust intelligence sharing among these nations.
On a highway in southwestern India, a leopard that was injured after being hit by a vehicle attacked a rescue team attempting to assist it. The rescuers were trying to tranquilize the animal using a dart to calm it down. However, when they tried to place the leopard into a truck, the animal attacked one of the rescuers. Both the leopard and the rescuer are reportedly in stable condition.
An official stated that the leopard is currently under observation in a wildlife sanctuary. According to the official, there are plans to possibly transfer the leopard to a rescue center in the future.
How can temporary shelters be kept clean and healthy after a natural disaster? Thousands of people displaced by the floods in the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli rivers are currently staying in emergency shelters and camps established at various locations. Plans have been made to relocate them from these temporary shelters to permanent, durable housing. Additionally, recommendations have been proposed on how to maintain the safety and hygiene of such temporary shelter facilities.
At least 24 children have died in a stampede caused by fires at two schools in the eastern city of Bukavu in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Local officials have confirmed that some adults also perished, and the death toll may rise. The fire destroyed nearly 300 homes, and the exact cause of the blaze remains unknown.
Kathmandu, September 11. A fire set at two schools in Bukavu, eastern Congo, resulted in the deaths of at least 24 children. According to reports, the stampede occurred as people rushed to escape the fire, causing significant casualties. Bukavu is currently under rebel control, and local authorities have confirmed the deaths of several adults as well.
The fire broke out within the Kadutu community, causing extensive loss of life and property. Injured survivors have been transported to nearby hospitals. Video footage and photographs show children lying painfully on hospital floors, while images shared on social media depict some young children found unconscious on the ground.
The fire completely destroyed approximately 300 houses. Investigations into the cause are ongoing, as it remains unclear what sparked the blaze. Officials appointed by the rebels confirmed the death toll of 24 on Thursday evening and warned that the number may increase.
Citing a Reuters agency eyewitness, though the fire was brought under control by afternoon, smoke continues to emanate from zinc sheets and debris. Bukavu, located in the hilly area of South Kivu province, is one of Congo’s most densely populated cities. In February last year, the M23 rebel group established control over Bukavu.
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September 11, Kathmandu – Cilia Flores de Maduro, former First Lady of Venezuela, has petitioned the US court for release from federal custody, citing a decline in her heart condition since being detained.
According to Al Jazeera, the request was submitted on Wednesday, with her lawyers asking for permission to keep Flores under house arrest at her Manhattan residence to allow her to prepare for her trial.
Her lawyers state that her health deteriorated after she and her husband, former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, were seized by a US team on January 3 from Caracas and detained in a New York jail.
Health Issues and Need for Surgery
The petition notes that prior to any US military intervention in Venezuela, Flores was in good health and only needed monthly injections to control mitral valve prolapse.
Currently, she has been prescribed four types of medication and must always carry nitroglycerin to avoid potential heart attacks. Physicians have recommended coronary evaluations and heart surgery.
Following consultations with external specialists, her lawyers noted on July 29 that she likely suffered a mild heart attack while in detention.
They report complaints of stress and missing her monthly injection, stating she is not receiving adequate treatment for her heart valve condition.
Instead of her monthly injection, she has been prescribed baby aspirin, statins, diltiazem, and nitroglycerin; and doctors have advised surgery. Her attorneys emphasize the necessity of appropriate time and environment for her recovery.
What Does Home Detention Entail?
The petition registered on Wednesday acknowledges that Flores receives excellent medical treatment but alleges the detention center lacks adequate health facilities.
Her lawyers have requested that she be transferred from Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center to a residence near the federal courthouse in Manhattan, where the trial against her and Maduro is scheduled for June next year.
Under home detention, she would be under 24-hour armed security monitoring, with meetings allowed only with court and federal prosecutors’ permission.
Her residence would be equipped with video surveillance and phone calls would be recorded. Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein has yet to rule on this request.
Background and US Charges
From 2013, during Nicolas Maduro’s presidency, Flores served as a key government leader. Prior to Maduro’s presidency, she was a top leader of the United Socialist Party of Venezuela and served as speaker of the National Assembly.
The Maduro administration had a long-standing dispute with the Donald Trump government, which accused Venezuela of being a professional drug trafficking nation.
Both Maduro and Flores faced allegations of political dissent and human rights violations.
They were captured in a tactical operation in January 2023, after which drug trafficking and weapons-related charges were filed. Flores, 69, and Maduro, 63, remain in US custody.
They deny involvement in any cocaine smuggling conspiracy in the United States.