Pope Francis passes away at age 88
Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church and a global religious leader, has passed away at the age of 88. The Vatican announced his death early Monday morning, marking … Read More
Sherpa community celebrates Lhapso festival in New York, strengthening cultural identity and unity
NEW YORK-Sherpa people in New York gathered to celebrate Lhapso. It is an important festival that brings the community together and honors their traditions. The event started with a special … Read More
Ram Bahadur Bomjon acquitted and freed from Nepal prison
KATHMANDU– Spiritual leader Ram Bahadur Bomjon, often called the “Buddha Boy,” has been released from prison after Nepal’s Janakpur High Court overturned his 10-year sentence. The court ruled that there … Read More
Late season snow hits Torrington, Connecticut
Torrington, CT—Residents of Torrington and surrounding areas woke up to a wintry surprise this **April Saturday morning**, as a **nor’easter** delivered an unexpected mix of **snow and rain**, disrupting what … Read More
Khumbu icefall route secured for spring 2025 Everest climbers
KHUMBU – The Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) has confirmed the successful completion of the Khumbu Icefall route fix for the Spring 2025 climbing season. The work, carried out by … Read More
Pilot two adults three children die in NYC helicopter crash
NEW YORK– A sightseeing helicopter crashed into the Hudson River near New York City on Tuesday afternoon, killing six people, including the pilot, two adults, and three children. The accident … Read More
New affordable housing lottery opens in NYC, offering units starting at $454
NEW YORK- Residents seeking affordable housing in New York City have a new opportunity with the launch of the Bronx housing lottery in Unionport. The development, called Bruckner Heights, includes … Read More
Two Sherpas missing after avalanche on Annapurna
KHUMBU – An avalanche on Mount Annapurna in Nepal has left two Sherpas missing. The incident occurred between Camp 2 and Camp 3, where the Sherpas were carrying oxygen cylinders … Read More
IRS shares Information with ICE about some undocumented immigrants
CONNECTICUTS– The IRS has entered into a new agreement with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) that allows the sharing of tax information about undocumented immigrants under certain conditions. ICE can … Read More
President Sherpa appeals for resolution to sustain Nepal’s tourism growth
KATHMANDU– The Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to enhancing Nepal’s mountain tourism, even as it faces obstacles in accessing government-allocated funds. During a recent meeting with … Read More