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New ‘Handmaid’s Tale’ TV version ‘not a feminist story,’ says its star
Published On: April 23, 2017 11:50 PM NPT By: Reuters
The cast of a new adaptation of dystopian novel “The Handmaid’s Tale” insisted on Friday they did not set out to make a feminist statement, but some hoped the TV show would inspire viewers to take political action.
Kendrick Lamar scores biggest US album release of year
Published On: April 23, 2017 11:40 PM NPT By: Agence France-Presse
Kendrick Lamar pulled off the biggest US album debut this year with “DAMN.” which sold 603,000 copies or equivalent in streaming and downloads since April 14.
‘I’m happy on red beacon ban’
Published On: April 23, 2017 11:30 PM NPT By: IANS
Veteran actress Hema Malini, who attended Dadasaheb Phalke Excellence Awards 2017 on Friday, said that she is happy with Indian government’s decision to ban red beacons from vehicles.
‘13 Reasons Why’ Be kind with your words!
Published On: April 23, 2017 11:20 PM NPT By: Prasansha Rimal
KATHMANDU, April 23: “13 Reasons Why” is popular Netflix series based on the 2007 novel written by Jay Asher. The series has gained popularity all over world, mostly for its story and the message it portrays.
Why our taste for music differs
Published On: April 23, 2017 11:10 PM NPT By: Akanksha Budha
KATHMANDU, April 23: People’s taste in music has been evolving over time. From classical music to hip-hop to pop/rock, people have been prioritizing different genres of music throughout their generations. Today’s modern music seems to be leaning more towards pop, EDM and hip-pop.
5 things about Mira Rai
Published On: April 23, 2017 11:00 PM NPT By: Republica
Mira Rai is one of the most famous athletes and trail runners of Nepal. Originally from a remote village in Bhojpur, she made this far despite limited opportunity. Her journey as a trail runner began with her participation in the Himalayan Outdoor ultra-run in 2014, where she won the first international Sellaronda Trail Race in Italy in 2014 and has participated in about 20 national and international trail race competitions till date. Setting a new record in Mont. Blanc 80km race in 2015, Mira has been named the 2017 National Geographic People’s Choice Adventurer of the Year. Republica’s Sonam Lama caught up with Mira Rai to talk about the five things that many not know about her.
Erin Moran, Joanie Cunningham in Happy Days, dies at 56
Published On: April 23, 2017 05:35 PM NPT By: Associated Press
NEW YORK, April 23: Erin Moran, the former child star who played Joanie Cunningham in the sitcoms "Happy Days" and "Joanie Loves Chachi," died Saturday at age 56.
'Avatar' sequels now scheduled to start in December 2020
Published On: April 23, 2017 05:30 PM NPT By: Associated Press
NEW YORK, April 23: James Cameron has set the release dates for the next four "Avatar" sequels, with the first coming in 2020.
Cine artist Singh passes away
Published On: April 22, 2017 03:02 PM NPT By: Smriti Dhungana
KATHMANDU, April 22: Artist Pradip Sigh, who had been suffering from kidney ailment, passed away while undergoing treatment at Kolkata Medical and Research Hospital on Friday evening.
Queen Elizabeth II turns 91 with day at the horse races
Published On: April 22, 2017 01:56 PM NPT By: Associated Press
LONDON, April 22: Britain marked Queen Elizabeth II's 91st birthday on Friday with gun salutes, as the monarch herself enjoyed a family day and a trip to the races.
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