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The World Health Organization (WHO) has reaffirmed that the Mpox outbreak remains a global health emergency, with over 37,000 cases and 125 deaths reported across 25 countries since early 2024.

Following a conference with global health experts, WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus reiterated the emergency classification, citing success in certain countries but rising infections in West Africa and persistent expansion beyond the continent, Firstpost reported.

The Democratic Republic of the Congo accounts for 60 percent of cases and 40 percent of deaths. Uganda, Burundi, and Sierra Leone have also seen significant surges.

The WHO cited rising infections, ongoing transmission, and limited monitoring and treatment resources as reasons for maintaining the emergency status, according to Firstpost.

It’s the season of lychees, summer’s most refreshing and delicious fruit. The small tropical fruit that is reminiscent of a combination of strawberry, pear, and watermelon is juicy and sweet, almost like nature’s readymade dessert. The sad thing is that lychee season doesn’t last long so we must make the most of it. The luscious fruit can be consumed in a variety of interesting ways. Here we give you five simple ideas to enjoy this nature’s limited-time bounty in the best possible way.

Lychee cooler

Lychees make for great drinks. You can deseed the fruit and grind the pulp into a smooth paste and use it as a base for many cocktails and mocktails. A really easy drink recipe is to combine lychee juice (you can blend the pulp with water for this) with some lime juice, shredded ginger, and soda. Pour this mixture in a tall glass filled with ice, garnish with a sprig of mint and enjoy.

Lychee lassi

If you want a slightly denser or filling drink with lychees, look no further than this lychee lassi recipe. It’s delicious and will keep you full for a few hours. Take one cup of fresh lychees and mix it with a cup of yogurt. Pour in a cup of regular water or coconut water depending on your preference. Add one fourth teaspoon of grated ginger, three teaspoons of sugar, and one third teaspoon of salt. Blend all the ingredients along with six ice cubes in a blender till you get a smooth, creamy paste. Pour into a glass, decorate the rim with a slice of pineapple or watermelon, and enjoy.

Filled treats

Gently deseed the lychees without breaking open the fruit. You can make a small cut at the top or bottom and push the seed out. Once that is done, fill the lychee with cream or ice cream of your choice. Garnish with crushed dried fruits like almonds and walnuts and you have a delicious treat ready. You can also fill the lychees with pecans and macadamia nuts if you prefer a slightly healthier version of the treat. You can also enjoy this like a dessert.

Fruit cocktail

A bowl of refreshing summer fruits is a great thing to indulge in during the day. Not only does it look nice and appetizing, it’s also incredible to keep you hydrated and satiated. Mix two cups of fresh, peeled lychees with one cup cut papaya, two cups of fresh pineapple, one cup seedless grapes, halved, and one fourth cup shredded coconut. Refrigerate for an hour to allow the flavors to blend and serve. This recipe will make for six small servings. Garnish with coconut and mint.

Easy breezy ice cream

This recipe needs just three ingredients and you don’t need any special equipment for it either. A great hack if you want a quick treat is pouring lychee juice over store-bought vanilla ice cream but if you have a few minutes to spare then we recommend you make this delicious recipe to get the best out of lychee season. Blend two cups of lychees with a cup of cream and half a teaspoon of vanilla extract and freeze for four hours. Take it out and give it another blitz in the blender and refreeze for another four hours before serving.

It’s getting hotter by the day and with it we are facing a range of problems, like discomfort, lethargy, and increased thirst. But one thing that often goes unnoticed till it escalates and becomes unavoidable is the damage it does to our skin. From excessive tanning and dryness to clogged pores and shiny skin, there are many issues that the hot and humid months bring about and it’s important to adjust your regular skincare routine according to the weather. However, being mindful of some simple things can help tackle these problems and give you clear, glowing skin.

Don’t over cleanse

Since the humidity tends to make our skin oily, most of us end up cleansing or washing it whenever we can. Some people even wash their faces almost three to four times a day besides wiping their foreheads and cheeks with a handkerchief or tissue whenever it feels oily. The trick is to only wash your face once or twice a day and gently dab the oil with oil blotting sheets when it feels excessively oily. Wash your face with a mild cleaner every morning and evening. You can also skip the cleanser and just wash your face with plain water in the morning and use the cleanser in the evening only. It might take a little bit getting used to but over time, your skin will adjust to this pattern and regulate its oil production.

Use a lightweight moisturizer

Many people tend to skip the moisturizer during the summer months thinking it will make their skin even more oily but the fact is that using a moisturizer is crucial all year round. It helps lock in moisture and maintain and protect the skin’s natural barrier. Moisturizers also protect your skin from environmental stressors like sun damage, heat, and pollution. Did you know that dehydrated skin is more prone to breakouts and acne? Opt for a lightweight moisturizer according to your skin type. Look for gel or cream based moisturizers that are non-comedogenic, meaning it won’t clog your pores. Use a moisturizer after cleansing your face, every morning and night and put on a generous amount and gently rub it in. Doing this religiously will fix most of your skin issues over time.

Get a good sunblock

We all know the importance of sunscreen and that it should be used throughout the year. But to be honest we aren’t very disciplined about it, are we? It’s imperative to use sunscreen during the summer months and to do so without fail, even when you are staying indoors. Wearing sunscreen is one of the best and easiest ways to protect your skin. It prevents sunburn, skin cancer, and premature aging. For daily use, pick a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30. If you spend more time outdoors, pick one that has SPF 60 or more. A half a teaspoon is enough to cover your face and neck. If you use a broad spectrum sunscreen, the order in which you use it doesn’t really matter. Some people find it easier to use sunscreen below makeup or moisturizer. You can do what you feel works best for you.

Exfoliate, regularly but gently

Exfoliation is important to remove dead skin cells, prevent clogged pores, and get clear skin. But during the summer, you have to be careful while exfoliating as your skin tends to become more sensitive due to exposure to harsh sun rays. Don’t exfoliate more than once or twice a week and overdoing this can lead to sensitivity and dryness. Don’t exfoliate immediately after sun exposure. If you have been out in the sun, wait until it’s evening to exfoliate. Use circular motions while exfoliating and don’t scrub too hard as it can damage your skin. Choose mild exfoliants that work for your skin type. Chemical exfoliants such as AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids) and BHAs (beta hydroxy acids) which gently dissolve dead skin cells are much better than harsh physical rubs like those containing walnuts or other such ingredients.

Pay attention to details

Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes and the delicate skin around your eyes during the summer months. Use a good eye cream with SPF. The same goes for your lips as well. Don’t neglect this sensitive part of your face. Protect your lips from the sun’s damaging rays by choosing a lip balm that has SPF 30 or higher. You can also exfoliate your lips once a week using a DIY sugar scrub. You can find many easy ideas for scrubs on YouTube and Instagram. You can also opt for a moisturizer that has SPF in it if a moisturizer and sunscreen feels like too much. If possible, wear little makeup or avoid it all together. You can use a tinted moisturizer to give your face that dewy glow without using other makeup products. 

Nepal are playing their fourth and final match today against the Netherlands in a triangular ODI series under the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 today.

The match to be held at Forthill Cricket Ground in Dundee, Scotland will start at 3:45 pm Nepal time. Nepal, having won the first two matches of the series, are in search of their third victory today.

In the last match, Scotland defeated Nepal by two runs. Earlier, Nepal had defeated Scotland by one run and the Netherlands by five wickets. On the other hand, the Netherlands are aiming for their first victory. The Netherlands lost to Scotland by 44 runs.

Nepal are in seventh place in the league with 10 points from 15 matches. The Netherlands are in second place with 26 points from 22 matches. The league, featuring eight different teams, will run until 2027.

The top four teams of this league will qualify directly for the global qualifiers of the World Cup. The four teams at the bottom will have to play playoff matches to qualify for the World Cup.

The Nepali team includes captain Rohit Kumar Paudel, vice captain Dipendra Singh Airee, Asif Sheikh, Anil Kumar Shah, Basir Ahmad, Sandeep Lamichhane, Sompal Kami, Karan K.C., Kushal Bhurtel, Bhim Sarki, Arif Sheikh, Gulshan Jha, Nandan Yadav, Rijan Dhakal, and Lalit Narayan Rajbanshi.

CPN (Maoist Center) Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal has asserted that the party has been launching a campaign to reconnect it with the people in order to take the socialist revolution to a new phase by correcting the mistakes and weaknesses the party committed in the past.

At a program organised in Kathmandu today to welcome new entrants to the CPN (Maoist Center), Chair Dahal shared that the Maoist Center is in the campaign of good governance, social justice and prosperity.

"The party has been launching a campaign to reconnect the party with the people by correcting its mistakes and weaknesses. I urge all to be involved in this campaign," he mentioned.

Welcoming the leaders and cadres of Janata Samajbadi Party, Karnali, including Karnali Province Chair Devi Krishna Neupane to the party, the CPN (Maoist Center) expressed the belief that joining the party by leaders and cadres of different political parties has added energy and enthusiasm in the campaign.

He opined that people have trusted the CPN (Maoist Center), adding appropriate responsibility would be given to those joining the party.

The price of gold has dropped by Rs 600 per tola in the domestic market on Tuesday.

According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, the yellow metal is being traded at Rs 190, 000 per tola today. It was traded at Rs 190, 600 per tola on Monday.

The price of silver, however, has increased by 15 and is being traded at Rs 2, 056 per tola today.

Several Indian residents of the UAE have faced unexpected delays and financial losses during recent trips to Nepal after a lesser-known travel regulation was suddenly enforced. The rule requires a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Indian Embassy in Nepal for Indian nationals returning to the Gulf, and many travelers say they were unaware of this requirement until it was too late, according to a report by Khaleej Times.

Dubai-based Manu Palerichal, CEO of CIA Emirates, told Khaleej Times that his Eid break vacation to Nepal turned stressful when immigration officers informed him of the NOC requirement upon landing in Kathmandu. “It caught us off guard because no one had informed us about this beforehand,” he said.

Manu and his family had already traveled to Pokhara, nearly 200 km away from the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu, making it difficult to secure the document. He returned to Kathmandu later and managed to get the NOC, but only after facing uncertainty and additional travel costs.

Three agents in the UAE confirmed that the rule has existed for some time but has only recently been enforced strictly. “Authorities found people misusing the system, including in cases of human trafficking and tax evasion,” said Safeer Mohammed, general manager of Smart Travels. “We now advise all clients to get the NOC well in advance.

Thabseer Ahmed, another UAE resident, lost over DH 1, 400 due to this rule. “We found out about the NOC only at the airport in Nepal while heading back from our holiday,” he said to Khaleej Times. As his return flight was at 3 am on Sunday, he was unable to access embassy help in time and missed his flight.

“I tried flying via New Delhi, but I had to book a ticket to Dubai once I arrived,” he added.

Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Governor Biswo Paudel has said that the forthcoming monetary policy would come in a way to bring reform in the economic sector.

During a program organised by Dhangadhi Branch of NRB on Monday, Governor Paudel discussed with businesspersons, organisations, borrowers and other concerned stakeholders. Various incidents created problems in the national economy, he said, adding that the concerns would be identified and correction measures would be taken accordingly.

He said that he had aimed at preparing a policy based on people's problems. The governor said he arrived here to know about the public complaints relating to the national economy.

"Monetary policy addresses the concerns shown by the stakeholders," he pledged, underlining the need to improve relations among bank and financial institutions and the businesspersons so that the national economy would be dynamic.