Kathamndu post RSShttps://kathmandupost.com/The Kathmandu Post : Find the latest breaking news from Nepal, opinion and analysis on Nepali politics, business, culture and arts, sports, movies, food and travel, books, education, auto and more at kathmandupost.comDeadly November Asian storms ‘supercharged’ by climate change, researchers sayhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/11/deadly-november-asian-storms-supercharged-by-climate-change-researchers-sayWithout the 1.3C rise in global mean temperatures since the pre-industrial age, the sea surface in the area would have been around one degree colder in late November, they estimated.Trump launches gold card programme for expedited visas with a $1 million price taghttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/11/trump-launches-gold-card-programme-for-expedited-visas-with-a-1-million-price-tagBasically, it’s a Green Card, but much better. Much more powerful, a much stronger path, Trump told reporters. Bodies of Nepalis who died in Goa fire handed over to familieshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/11/bodies-of-nepalis-who-died-in-goa-fire-handed-over-to-families Four bodies repatriated to Nepal, and one cremated in Haridwar.Tiger census at Bardiya National Park to begin on Dec 20https://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/11/tiger-census-at-bardiya-national-park-to-begin-on-dec-20 Camera-trap survey to cover park and biological corridors; over 100 experts to participate.US seizes sanctioned oil tanker off coast of Venezuela, Trump sayshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/11/us-seizes-sanctioned-oil-tanker-off-coast-of-venezuela-trump-saysThe Venezuelan government said it would defend its sovereignty and resources and would denounce the tanker’s seizure before international bodies.Australia leader defends social media ban as teens brag about staying onlinehttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/11/australia-leader-defends-social-media-ban-as-teens-brag-about-staying-onlineThe ban generated impassioned reactions across the spectrum of global commentators.Today’s weather: December 11, 2025https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2025/12/11/today-s-weather-december-11-2025Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.Oli’s dirty trickshttps://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2025/12/11/oli-s-dirty-tricksThose who undermine a party’s democratic principles can’t uphold democratic norms when in state power.Battling smoke and smokescreenhttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2025/12/11/battling-smoke-and-smokescreenCOP11 in Geneva offered a timely reminder that the fight against tobacco is far from over.Human rights crisis at NHRChttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2025/12/11/human-rights-crisis-at-nhrcHuman rights protection requires political courage and accountability.What we study today may not be useful four years from nowhttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2025/12/11/what-we-study-today-may-not-be-useful-four-years-from-nowThe president of Manipal University Jaipur, Niti Nipun Sharma, discusses Nepal–Manipal ties, future-ready education, and how universities must adapt fast in an age of AI and rapid change.Botanical painting classes at Kathmandu Art Galleryhttps://kathmandupost.com/arts/2025/12/11/botanical-painting-classes-at-kathmandu-art-galleryThe workshop, being conducted at the gallery’s premises, runs from December 16 to January 18, 2026.Lumbini knock out Kathmandu to book Qualifier 2 seathttps://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/12/11/lumbini-knock-out-kathmandu-to-book-qualifier-2-seatThe Lions meet the Gorkhas’ 112-run target with four wickets in hand to book a date with Biratnagar.Nepal set to allow Indian high-value notes after a decade-long banhttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2025/12/10/nepal-set-to-allow-indian-high-value-notes-after-a-decade-long-banCurrency reform comes as country seeks to revive tourism and reduce cross-border legal hassles for travellers. Gazette notice will be published soon, ending years of confusion.ICIMOD transfers Himalayan University Consortium Secretariat to Kathmandu Universityhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/11/icimod-transfers-himalayan-university-consortium-secretariat-to-kathmandu-universityConsortium has a network of universities and knowledge-sharing institutions, connecting experts, students and other learners across the region and beyond.Top court directs Nepal Police to investigate Gaur massacre without further delayhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/11/top-court-directs-nepal-police-to-investigate-gaur-massacre-without-further-delayRuling makes law enforcement legally bound to probe the Gaur case involving Upendra Yadav and other Madhesi leaders.Senior citizens’ school in operation in Palpa’s Rampurhttps://kathmandupost.com/province-no-5/2025/12/11/senior-citizens-school-in-operation-in-palpa-s-rampurThe school is expected to play an important role in enabling the older generation to pass down the skills, customs and traditional knowledge they have learned to today’s youth.Government, Gen Z leaders sign pending blueprint for reformshttps://kathmandupost.com/politics/2025/12/11/government-gen-z-leaders-sign-pending-blueprint-for-reformsThe September Gen Z movement is recognised as ‘jana andolan’, a third after 1990 and 2006 movements.Two pro-monarchy parties inch closer to unificationhttps://kathmandupost.com/politics/2025/12/10/two-pro-monarchy-parties-inch-closer-to-unificationLingden-led RPP and Thapa-led RPP-Nepal are exploring avenues for unity.Lumbini province’s child nutrition crisis shows no improvementhttps://kathmandupost.com/health/2025/12/10/lumbini-province-s-child-nutrition-crisis-shows-no-improvementNew study finds wasting in the province much higher than the national average.CIB arrests Prabhu Bank remittance chief Sujin Shakyahttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/10/cib-arrests-prabhu-bank-remittance-chief-sujin-shakyaBureau detains Shakya from Lalitpur as investigation widens into alleged financial misconduct causing losses of over Rs890 million.Lumbini defeat Kathmandu to set up Qualifier 2 clash with Biratnagarhttps://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/12/10/lumbini-defeat-kathmandu-to-set-up-qualifier-2-clash-with-biratnagarLions chase 112 with 13 balls to spare after Sher Malla and Rohit Paudel share six wickets in Eliminator victory.Nepal-born founder makes Forbes list for building fast-growing ‘house of brands’https://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2025/12/10/nepal-born-founder-makes-forbes-list-for-building-fast-growing-house-of-brandsAjar Rajbhandary’s bootstrapped company Herd is reshaping e-commerce with AI-driven brand creation and rapid global growth.47 Nepalis rescued from online scamming centres in Myanmarhttps://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2025/12/10/47-nepalis-rescued-from-online-scamming-centres-in-myanmarEarlier, 14 other Nepalis were rescued and repatriated from Myanmar on November 5.Lumbini bowlers skittle Kathmandu for 111 in NPL eliminatorhttps://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/12/10/lumbini-bowlers-skittle-kathmandu-for-111-in-npl-eliminatorSher Malla and Rohit Paudel take three wickets each as the Gorkhas collapse under sustained pressure in Kirtipur.At least 22 killed in collapse of two buildings in Morocco’s old city of Fezhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/10/at-least-22-killed-in-collapse-of-two-buildings-in-morocco-s-old-city-of-fezFez was caught up in a wave of protests two months ago against the government over deteriorating living conditions and poor public services.Nepse slips 5.03 points as broader market declineshttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2025/12/10/nepse-slips-5-03-points-as-broader-market-declinesThe benchmark falls to 2,609.03 as more stocks lose value.US backs Japan in dispute with China over radar incidenthttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/10/us-backs-japan-in-dispute-with-china-over-radar-incidentJapan late on Tuesday scrambled jets to monitor Russian and Chinese air forces conducting joint patrols around the country.Hollywood-hungry Gulf states bankroll Paramount’s Warner Bros bidhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/10/hollywood-hungry-gulf-states-bankroll-paramount-s-warner-bros-bidParamount also has backing from Affinity Partners, started by Jared Kushner, which has investments from funds in Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.DSP Madhu Nepal arrested on polygamy chargehttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/10/dsp-madhu-nepal-arrested-on-polygamy-charge Rupandehi court extends custody for investigation.Customs clearance resumes after agents call off protesthttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/10/customs-clearance-resumes-after-agents-call-off-protestTalks between customs department and the agents’ federation end positively on Wednesday.Shakya returns to NEA after Supreme Court reinstatementhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/10/shakya-returns-to-nea-after-supreme-court-reinstatement Says he will work at full capacity and move ahead fearlessly.Russian bombers join Chinese air patrol near Japan as Tokyo-Beijing tie strainshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/10/russian-bombers-join-chinese-air-patrol-near-japan-as-tokyo-beijing-tie-strainsRussian news agencies reported that the Russian-Chinese joint flight near Japan lasted for eight hours, citing Moscow’s defence ministry.Tourist influx rises in Panchthar high hillshttps://kathmandupost.com/province-no-1/2025/12/10/tourist-influx-rises-in-panchthar-high-hillsDomestic and foreign tourists return to high-altitude villages as roads reopen and homestays resume operations.SAARC marks 40th anniversary with diplomatic reception in Kathmanduhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/10/saarc-marks-40th-anniversary-with-diplomatic-reception-in-kathmandu SAARC leaders reaffirm commitment to regional integration and sustainable development.India orders IndiGo to cut 10% of flights after mass cancellationshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/10/india-orders-indigo-to-cut-10-of-flights-after-mass-cancellationsThe move will remove at least 220 daily flights from IndiGo’s network, based on the number of services India’s largest airline operated before new pilot rest and duty rules took effect on November 1.Australia begins enforcing world-first teen social media banhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/10/australia-begins-enforcing-world-first-teen-social-media-banThe rollout ends a year of debate over whether any country can realistically keep children off platforms woven into daily life, and starts a real-time test for governments frustrated by the slow pace of harm-reduction efforts from social media firms.Today’s weather: December 10, 2025https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2025/12/10/today-s-weather-december-10-2025Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.‘Homebound’ is Hindi cinema at its bravesthttps://kathmandupost.com/movie-review/2025/12/10/homebound-is-hindi-cinema-at-its-bravestIt captures the long, punishing journey of migrant workers during the pandemic while exposing the caste, labour and systemic inequalities they live with.What I Watch Online: Riyaj Nepalhttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2025/12/10/what-i-watch-online-riyaj-nepalNepal is an emcee and a content creator.