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Heart and Mind Hub, the mental health initiative of Thames International College, organized “Spaces Between Us” as part of Mental Health Awareness Month, bringing together personal narratives, collaborative artworks, interactive installations, and creative reflections,

The exhibition was the result of a month-long series of workshops, conversations, and community gatherings centred on themes of connection, mental wellbeing, and belonging.

The exhibition was organized around three themes—connection to self, connection to others, and connection to nature, featuring artworks, installations, and interactive experiences that encouraged visitors to reflect on the relationships that support wellbeing.

Speaking about the exhibition, Rubina Awale, Director of the Heart and Mind Hub, said, “At the heart of this showcase is a simple idea: when we care for ourselves, we are better able to care for others; when we care for our communities, we strengthen collective resilience; and when we care for nature, we care for the systems that sustain all life, including our own. These relationships are deeply interconnected.”

Reflecting on the month-long journey, Swastika Timilsina, Coordinator of Heart and Mind Hub added, "Whenever we have conversations about mental health and well being, it is always guided by theories, approaches and interventions from the west. But as the conversation progressed in these sessions that we did, we realized how there is a gap between the teaching and practice and we started mapping different connections that influence our well being. Thus, this outcome is an outcome of all our reflections from the sessions and gatherings.

Canada beat South Africa 1-0 thanks to a stoppage-time strike by Stephen ⁠Eustaquio from distance to reach the FIFA World Cup last 16 for the first time in their history, Aljazeera reported. 

Eustaquio received the ball on the edge of the ⁠South Africa penalty area and hammered it past diving goalkeeper Ronwen Williams in a thrilling conclusion to the first knockout-round match of the tournament on Sunday.

The monsoon winds continue to influence several regions throughout the country. 

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, Meteorological Forecasting Division, indicates that the monsoon winds are currently impacting the entire Koshi, Madhes, and Bagmati Provinces, along with certain areas in Gandaki Province and a few locations in eastern Lumbini Province. 

In contrast, other regions are experiencing a combination of westerly and local winds. 

Over the next few days, the monsoon is anticipated to extend to the remaining areas of Gandaki and Lumbini Provinces, as well as Karnali and Sudurpashchim Provinces. 

The department observes that it is generally overcast in Koshi and Madhes provinces, as well as in the hilly and Himalayan regions, while the Tarai areas are partly cloudy. 

Currently, light to moderate rain is occurring in several locations across Koshi, Bagmati, and Lumbini Provinces, with additional rainfall reported in Gandaki, Karnali, and Sudurpashchim Provinces. 

This afternoon, the forecast predicts that it will remain predominantly cloudy nationwide. 

Moderate rain and snowfall, accompanied by thunder and lightning, are expected in many hilly and Himalayan areas of Koshi, Bagmati, and Gandaki Provinces, as well as in some hilly regions of Lumbini, Karnali, and Sudurpashchim Provinces. 

The Tarai regions may also witness moderate rain with thunder and lightning. 

There is a possibility of heavy rain in one or two areas in the hilly and Tarai regions of Koshi Province, along with potential windstorms in parts of the Terai in both Koshi and Madhes Provinces. 

Tonight, mostly cloudy skies are anticipated across the country. 

Now, Kathmandu valley is experiencing moderate rainfall.

Paddy Day, celebrated annually on Asar 15 (as per lunar calendar), is a significant cultural event in Nepal, marked by farmers working in the fields and consuming yogurt to regain strength. 

This day, known as 'Asar 15', is not only a time for agricultural activities but also a festive occasion for all Nepalis, who partake in eating Dahi Chiura. 

Yogurt holds a prominent place in Nepali culture, often used in auspicious rituals, such as applying curd akshata on the forehead before important endeavors. The cultural significance of yogurt extends beyond tradition; it is recognized for its health benefits. 

Historical references suggest that Guru Gorakhnath prophesied the strength of Nepal's unifier, Prithvi Narayan Shah, would be enhanced by consuming curd. 

Similarly, Ayurvedic practices endorse yogurt for its digestive properties and its effectiveness in treating ailments like diarrhea, reinforcing its role in daily life and health. 

The establishment of National Paddy Day, further emphasizes the importance of agriculture in Nepal, where the majority of the population relies on farming. During this month, farmers engage in planting rice while enjoying folk songs, creating a vibrant atmosphere in the fields. 

Thus, Asar 15 has evolved into a national cultural festival, celebrating both agricultural heritage and the communal joy associated with it.

Iran and the United States ​agreed to halt recent hostilities in the Gulf and renew talks regarding their dispute over the Strait of Hormuz, a U.S. official said on Sunday, raising ‌hopes of saving an interim peace deal that was under pressure from days of tit-for-tat strikes, Reuters reported. 

“Technical talks are slated to continue on all areas of the MOU. Both sides will stand down for now and vessels can move freely," the official said, referring to the 14-point memorandum of understanding that was agreed on June 17 under which the strait would be re-opened for traffic.

Europe's unprecedented early summer heatwave may be responsible for hundreds of excess deaths, according to the head of the World Health Organization (WHO), BBC reported. 

Temperature records were broken across the continent again on Sunday – including in Germany, Poland and the Czech Republic – as the extreme heat continued to move east.

In a post on X, WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said more than 1,300 excess deaths had been recorded since 21 June "linked to high temperatures in Europe".

Eleven people have died after a civilian aircraft carrying skydivers crashed in the town of Tomblaine in eastern France, local officials said, BBC reported. 

The pilot and all 10 passengers were killed, including five instructors and five people who were preparing to skydive for the first time.

The plane, which was being used by a parachutist school, had taken off from Nancy-Essey airfield when it crashed suddenly at around 11:00 local time (10:00 BST).

More stories of miraculous rescue have emerged from Venezuela on Sunday, days after two powerful earthquakes struck the country, BBC reported. 

Interim President Delcy Rodriguez said 33 people had been pulled from debris alive over the weekend. Among them were two 11-year-old boys, who were separately rescued from collapsed buildings within hours of each other on Sunday.

However, with tens of thousands of people still missing, hopes of finding more survivors are fading by the hour.