Justin Trudeau resigns as Canadian prime minister
CANADA– Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau resigned from his position as the leader of the Liberal Party on Monday. Trudeau will serve as prime minister until March 24. He will … Read More
Following threats from local groups, airline operators suspended flights to the Khumbu, Everest region
KHUMBU- NAMCHE BAZAAR – Citing threats from local groups, including the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality, the Nepal Air Service Operators Association has suspended helicopter and commercial flights in the … Read More
Congestion pricing in NYC begins January 5
New York City is reviving congestion pricing, as announced by Gov. Kathy Hochul. Drivers will be charged a toll on their E-ZPass once per day when they enter the Congestion … Read More
Former US President Jimmy Carter dies at 100
CONNECTICUT– Former US President Jimmy Carter, a man who redefined what a post-presidency could be, died Sunday. He was 100. Carter, the longest-serving U.S. president, entered home hospice care in … Read More
U.S. homelessness reaches record high with 18% Increase
NEW YORK– The 2024 Annual Homelessness Assessment Report, released by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), reported an 18% increase in homelessness in the US in 2024, … Read More
Report alleges man set sleeping NYC subway woman on fire, killing her.
NEW YORK– A commuter on an F train in Coney Island met a tragic end Sunday morning after a lit match was thrown at her, engulfing her in flames, according … Read More
Rural municipality threatens action over helicopter flights to Khumbu
KHUMBU– A contentious proposal to ban helicopter sightseeing tours in one of the world’s most iconic natural regions, home to the planet’s tallest mountain, effective January 1, has sparked debate. … Read More
US citizens can now enter China visa-free for stays of up to 10 days
NEW YORK– China announced on Tuesday the expansion of its visa-free transit policy, enabling eligible foreign travelers, including Americans, to stay in designated areas for up to 240 hours, or … Read More
CAAN vetoes Sagarmatha National Park’s decision to suspend helicopter flights in Khumbu
KHUMBU – An intensifying dispute between Sagarmatha National Park, home to Mount Everest, and the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal has arisen regarding restrictions on helicopter sightseeing tours of the … Read More
Commercial helicopter flights banned in Khumbu, Everest region
KHUMBU – The government has announced a ban on commercial helicopter flights in the Sagarmatha National Park area starting January 1, 2025. The decision, effective from January 1 (Poush 17, … Read More