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Factors Influencing Prolonged Hospital Stay in Surgically Treated Children and Adolescents with Left-to-Right Shunt Congenital Heart Disease: Evidence From a Hospital in Southern China
Dove Medical Press
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August 9, 2025
Introduction Congenital heart disease (CHD) is a common congenital malformation caused by abnormal development of the heart and large blood vessels during embryonic development, accounting for about one-third of common birth defects.1 In recent...
NBA magic lands in Bhutan
Bhutan Broadcasting Service (BBS)
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August 9, 2025
For the first time, NBA players brought with them world-class skills, towering presence, and championship experience to Bhutan. They left behind a belief that dreams can start on any court, anywhere, even on the slopes of the Himalayas. The NBA or...
From stage to studio: Creatives explore gender, identity, and culture at Bhutan Echoes
The Bhutanese
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August 9, 2025
At the Drukyul Literature and Arts Festival, held from 2nd to 4th August this year, Singaporean lawyer-poet-playwright, Amanda Chong, and Indian actress-author, Huma Saleem Qureshi, came together in a session titled Challenging Stereotypes: Amanda...
NBA stars shine in Bhutan: Exhibition match sparks new wave of inspiration
The Bhutanese
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August 9, 2025
In a historic moment for Bhutanese sports, a NBA exhibition match was held on 3rd August at the Jungshina Multipurpose Complex (JMC), marking the first-ever visit by NBA players to the country. The event was not just about slam dunks and fast...
Janai Purnima: Nepal’s Sacred Thread of Culture and Unity
Nepal News
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August 9, 2025
KATHMANDU: Nepal is rich in culture, a living mosaic where ancient traditions and diverse communities come together to create a heritage unlike anywhere else in the world. Among its many vibrant festivals, Janai Purnima stands out as a day that...
Bhutan’s new farm fencing program could be costly for wildlife (commentary)
Mongabay
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August 4, 2025
The tiny Himalayan nation of Bhutan is known for embracing nature as part of its philosophy of Gross National Happiness, but this is increasingly at odds with a new drive to boost food self-sufficiency, due to conflict with wildlife like elephants...
Bhutan Sets Bold Agroecology Agenda for South Asia
Bhutan Times
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DAWA ZANGMO Thimphu In a bold step towards sustainable food systems, Bhutan is increasingly positioning itself as a regional frontrunner in the agroecology transition, especially within the Himalayan region. Embracing the concept of a “Green...
Bhutan’s First Autobiography by a Bhutanese Businesswoman
Bhutan Times
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NGAWANG JAMPHEL Thimphu A significant milestone in Bhutan’s literary and entrepreneurial journey was marked on 27th July 2025, with the launch of Walking My Destiny: A Bhutanese Woman’s Story, authored by one of the country’s pioneering business...
Bhutan Prioritizes Inclusive Education Amidst Low Disability
Bhutan Times
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TIL BDR GHALLEY Thimphu As of 2025, Bhutan’s disability literacy rate remains at a low 26.6 percent, compared to the national literacy rate of 70 percent, according to the Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD). This stark disparity...
Bhutan bites back! Huma Qureshi shares funny rooster attack memory; says, “I was trying to be cheeky with him in his home”
Bollywood Hungama
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August 4, 2025
en Bollywood News Bollywood Hungama News Network https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/ Bhutan bites back! Huma Qureshi shares funny rooster attack memory; says, “I was trying to be cheeky with him in his home” Actor-turned-author Huma Qureshi has...
AFC U-20 Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers: Nepal secures narrow victory over Saudi Arabia
República
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KATHMANDU, Aug 8: Nepal registered its first victory in the ongoing AFC U-20 Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers with a narrow 1-0 win against Saudi Arabia on Friday. In the match held at Changlimithang Stadium in Thimphu, Bhutan, Nepal dominated from...
Why India, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Bhutan should recognize Kosovo
Dhaka Courier
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The Republic of Kosovo is the youngest nation in Europe. Since declaring independence in 2008, Kosovo has made the recognition of its statehood a priority of its foreign policy. Bangladesh recognized Kosovo on 27 February 2017. Kosovo's embassy in...
Bhutan Football Federation marks 25 years with FIFA, honours football legends and contributors
Bhutan Broadcasting Service (BBS)
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August 3, 2025
The Bhutan Football Federation recently celebrated a significant milestone, 25 years of membership with FIFA. Over two days of events held in Thimphu, the federation honoured the people and institutions who have shaped Bhutanese football across...
Nepal scrape past Saudi Arabia in AFC U-20 Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers
Khabarhub
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August 8, 2025
Nepali U-20 women’s football team celebrate after scoring a goal against Saudi Arabia. (Photo: ANFA) THIMPU: In their second match of the AFC U-20 Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers held in Thimphu, Bhutan, Nepal managed a hard-fought 1-0 win against...
Nepal edge Saudi Arabia 1–0 in AFC Women’s U-20 qualifiers
Nepal News
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August 8, 2025
KATHMANDU: Nepal secured a narrow 1–0 win against Saudi Arabia in the AFC Women’s U-20 Asian Cup qualifiers, thanks to a decisive goal from Sukriya Miya. The match, played on Friday at the Changlimithang Stadium in Thimphu, Bhutan, was the second...
Nepal to face Saudi Arabia in second match of AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers
OnlineKhabar
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August 8, 2025
Kathmandu, August 8 In their second match of the ongoing AFC U-20 Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers in Thimphu, Bhutan, Nepal will face Saudi Arabia today. The match will kick off at 1:45 p.m. at the Changlimithang Stadium in Thimphu. Unlike their...
Safe, Serene, and Soulful: Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary Welcomes Solo Female Travellers
Breaking Travel News
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August 8, 2025
As more women seek meaningful solo travel experiences, Bhutan is emerging as one of the world’s safest and most enriching destinations for female travellers journeying alone. At the heart of this Himalayan kingdom, Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary offers a...
Mongolia to Strengthen Cooperation with the Kingdom of Bhutan Across All Sectors
Montsame News Agency
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Ulaanbaatar, August 8, 2025 /MONTSAME/. The Inaugural Consultative Meeting between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia and the Kingdom of Bhutan was held in Ulaanbaatar on August 7, 2025. The meeting was co-chaired by State Secretary of...
Nepal takes on Saudi Arabia in AFC U-20 Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers
Khabarhub
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August 8, 2025
THIMPU: Nepal will play its second match of the AFC U-20 Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers today against Saudi Arabia in Thimphu, Bhutan. The match will kick off at 1:45 pm local time at the Changlimithang Stadium. In their opening match, Nepal drew...
The Week in Women's Football: Reviewing African Cup of Nations
Tribal Football
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This week, we review the 2024 Women African Cup of Nations—delayed for a year—which was held again in Morocco in July of 2025. Advertisement Advertisement 2024 Women African Cup of Nations—held in July of 2025 The 2024 Women’s African Cup of...