Journal

Fear and Limbo in Katmandu

BY Rajneesh Bhandari and Sofia Perpetua | Apr. 28, 2015 | 1:24 Since Saturday’s earthquake, tens of thousands in Katmandu have slept outside, wary of aftershocks and the threat of collapsing buildings.

Devastation in Katmandu

BY Rajneesh Bhandari and Colin Archdeacon | Apr. 25, 2015 | 2:07 A deadly earthquake shook Nepal on Saturday near its capital, Katmandu, and set off avalanches around Mount Everest.

Doctor Heals With Roses

Sushil Koirala isn’t just a doctor, he’s a healer of the soul, too. He’s been handing out roses for years to break down social stigmas in Nepal. And on World Leprosy Day, he wants patients […]

A Beauty Pageant For…Elephants

There was a beauty pageant in Nepal this weekend … for elephants. The 11th annual Elephant Festival attracts tourists and promotes awareness for elephant conservation. “This festival reminds us of our responsibilities towards wildlife,” the […]