A new blood test could detect symptoms of several types of cancers years before a person falls ill, scientists have said. The test is called liquid biopsy and it’s being hailed as the ‘holy grail of cancer research’.

Weekend Hangout

Published On: June 1, 2018 02:05 PM NPT By: Republica

Every Friday and Saturday, we look into venues around the city to find a suitable place to hang around with our friends and loved ones. Sometimes, it becomes difficult to decide. Republica Online brings weekend hangouts in Kathmandu that you can hop in to for some good music, a bottle of beer and some mouth watering food.

KATHMANDU, May 31: Fictionalized account of the historic portrayal of the last Malla King Ranajeet Malla written by a scholar of History, Yogesh Raj is to be launched on June 2.

LONDON, May 31: Meghan Markle was named among the 25 most influential women in Britain on Thursday, according to a list published by UK Vogue magazine which hailed her as forging a new identity for the monarchy.

Melania Trump preparing to divorce Donald Trump?

Published On: May 30, 2018 10:11 AM NPT By: Agencies

Trump continues to "enjoy' historic unpopularity, both at home and abroad. And by at home, we don't just mean in America -- we mean in his family.

The types of colors and patterns that a person chooses to wear could be a warning sign of weight problems, a new study suggests.

Arjun Rampal and his wife of 20 years, the former supermodel Mehr Jesia, on Monday announced their separation in a statement. Their primary focus will be taking care of their two daughters, they say.

TOKYO, May 27:  It is somehow fitting in a country known for longevity that one of Japan’s most prominent former leaders has reached 100 years of age. As a World War II naval officer, Yasuhiro Nakasone witnessed the depths of his country’s utter defeat and devastation.

ATLANTA, May 27: A retired secondary school English teacher has corrected a letter she received from US president Donald Trump and sent it back to the White House.

Could AI replace journalists?

Published On: May 27, 2018 11:30 AM NPT By: Agencies

Anyone with a phone can break news, and AI can help corporate newsrooms beat bloggers and hungry independents who can post items for free on YouTube and Facebook.