Why is Mount Everest so big? New research highlights a rogue river - but deeper forces are at work
At 8,849 metres above sea level, Everest is around 250m taller than the other great peaks of the Himalayas.
Sat Oct 05 2024
MOH halts sales of Everest Fish Curry Masala, MDH Curry Powder
The Everest Fish Curry Masala and MDH Curry Powder are believed to contain ethylene oxide, a carcinogenic substance.
Tue May 28 2024
Nepal sherpa scales Everest for record 30th time; two climbers go missing
It is very rare for mountaineers to make multiple ascents in a short time.
Wed May 22 2024
Search ops for Muhammad Hawari to continue next year -Sherpa
Mount Everest sherpas will continue to search for the hearing-impaired, Malaysia Everest 2023 climber, Muhammad Hawari Hashim.
Fri Dec 15 2023
Dinosaur-killing asteroid impact fouled Earth's atmosphere with dust
The total amount of dust, they calculated, was about 2,000 gigatonnes - exceeding 11 times the weight of Mt. Everest.
Sat Nov 11 2023
Nepal's mountains have lost one-third of their ice, UN chief says
Climate scientists say warming across South Asia's Himalayas has been greater than the global averages.
Tue Oct 31 2023
Why is extreme 'frontier travel' booming despite the risks?
The horror of the Titan submersible vehicle incident raises questions as to why people engage in risky tourism activities in remote locations.
Thu Jun 22 2023
Everest: SAR mission to find Hawari ends a day early
Muhammad Hawari Hashim's SAR operation entered its 19th day today since he was reported missing on May 19 after leaving Camp Four.
Tue Jun 06 2023
Nepal urged to tighten climbing rules to cut Everest deaths
At least 12 climbers died and five are missing and feared dead on the 8,849 metre Mount Everest during this year's main climbing season.
Tue Jun 06 2023
From highs to lows, Everest record breaker sees 'no future' in Nepal
The government does little for the welfare of the sherpas, Kami Rita said, urging authorities to launch welfare schemes.
Sat Jun 03 2023
Nepali sherpa saves Malaysian climber in rare Everest 'death zone' rescue
Gelje Sherpa was guiding a Chinese client when he saw the Malaysian climber clinging to a rope in the area called the "death zone".
Thu Jun 01 2023
70 years after the first ascent of Everest, the impact of mass mountaineering must be confronted
A sacred mountain for some, for others the worlds highest peak represents a challenge and a lifelong dream.
Sat May 27 2023
Nepali sherpa scales Everest for 28th time as death toll rises to 11
Kami Rita Sherpa reached the 29,032-feet summit by the traditional southeast ridge route.
Tue May 23 2023
Remains of Malaysian climber to be flown to Kathmandu today - Wisma Putra
8Wisma Putra said the body of Lt Col Awang will be flown today if the operation to bring down his remains goes as scheduled.
Mon May 22 2023
Britain's record holding climber says Everest is 'dry, more rocky'
British climber Kenton Cool made his 17th ascent of the worlds highest peak this week, the most by a foreigner.
Mon May 22 2023
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024