'Women cannot trek': The myth three sisters set out to break

Nepal, Dec. 29 -- "Women cannot trek. They are too weak. They will turn back after a couple of days on the trail. Going to the mountains is too dangerous for them. They should stay at home," these wer... और पढ़ें

Building Nepal's queer disability movement

Kathmandu, Dec. 22 -- Queer and disabled-two parts of an identity that intersect and make everyday life difficult for many people affected. One of them is Aaditya Rai, founder and managing director of... और पढ़ें

This woman brings the universe closer to Nepal

Kathmandu, Dec. 17 -- Planets, stars, galaxies, asteroids, black holes and cosmic background radiation are omnipresent in Manisha Dwa's everyday life. The astrophysicist and astronomy expert explains ... और पढ़ें

Porters keep tourists moving. But who looks after them?

Kathmandu, Dec. 13 -- Altitudes over 5,000 meters, snow, and temperatures well below zero. Trekkers in hiking boots, down jackets, and small backpacks walk slowly, saving their energy and breathing he... और पढ़ें

These women make childcare safer and breastfeeding pain-free

Kathmandu, Dec. 4 -- Nepal has very few certified lactation consultants. One of them is Lori Parker, an American nurse who founded Sutkeri Care, a consultancy for soon-to-be and new parents. "Moms car... और पढ़ें