Stories about Nepal from July, 2015
In Nepal, One Problem Is the Earthquake Didn't Knock Down Enough Houses
The massive earthquake damaged hundreds of thousands of buildings, but it didn't knock them all down. The focus now is building temporary shelter, mostly using whatever materials are on hand.
From Village Girl to World Ultramarathon Champion: The Inspiring Story of Nepal's Mira Rai
"As a young girl I...used to carry a bag of rice to the market to sell and bring money home. I grew up running."
Nepal Closes a National Park to Give Mating Red Pandas Some Privacy
The red panda’s breeding season starts from mid-June, but the shy creature is easily scared by noises. Red pandas are listed as an endangered species.
About our Nepal coverage
The earthquake that shook Nepal on April 25 claimed more than 8,000 lives and injured twice as many people. Around 8 million people have been affected with at least 2 million displaced. 1.4 million are in need of food assistance. Reaching remote areas presents a special challenge.
