Nikesh Chapagain

Senior Contributor
Nikesh Chapagain is a Texan native who has spent over five years as a journalist and political analyst. He graduated from the University of Texas at Dallas and has since been published by the Texas Observer, the Dallas Morning News, the Dallas Business Journal, and many other outlets. His first book is The People’s Candidate.
Two US marines investigated over alleged rape at military base in Okinawa.

Two US Marines Under Investigation For Alleged Rape At Okinawa Base

Two US Marines stationed on Okinawa are under investigation for alleged rapes, intensifying an ongoing controversy surrounding the US military presence on the island. The incident has reignited concerns over the relationship between local residents and US forces stationed there. One marine, in his 20s, is accused of raping a Japanese woman at a US

China pits humanoid robots against humans in half-marathon for first time.

China’s Humanoid Robots Race Humans In Historic Half-Marathon Debut

What do you get when you mix long-distance running with sci-fi? Beijing just found out. In a surreal twist to the Yizhuang half-marathon, 21 humanoid robots lined up alongside thousands of human runners for the first-ever 21km race featuring both flesh and circuit board. They came in all shapes, sizes, and even personalities. One flashed

Biotech company brings back formerly extinct dire wolf.

Biotech Company Brings Extinct Dire Wolf Back To Life

In a jaw-dropping move that sounds like it leapt from the pages of science fiction, American biotech firm Colossal Biosciences says it has done the unthinkable. The company claims it has brought the dire wolf back from extinction. Yes, the fearsome canine that vanished over 10,000 years ago now reportedly walks — or at least

View image in fullscreen Mikal Mahdi. Photograph: AP South Carolina Second South Carolina man chooses to die by firing squad.

South Carolina Death Row Prisoner Asks To Die By Firing Squad

South Carolina death row inmate Mikal Mahdi faced limited options. With lethal injection plagued by shortages and the electric chair notorious for gruesome failures, he made his choice. His lawyer called it “the lesser of three evils”—death by firing squad. Set to be executed on April 11, Mahdi will sit strapped to a chair, a

Ecuador partnering with Blackwater founder in divisive nationwide crackdown on crime.

Ecuador Teams with Blackwater Founder in Tough Crime Fight

Ecuador’s President Daniel Noboa isn’t backing down in his war on organized crime. But his latest move? It’s raising serious eyebrows. Noboa has struck a deal with Erik Prince, the founder of the infamous private military firm Blackwater. The agreement aims to combat drug cartels and illegal fishing in Ecuadorian waters. The announcement, made via

Asteroid probe captures martin moon.

Asteroid Probe Snaps Unseen Views of Mysterious Martian Moon

On its way to investigate the aftermath of a historic asteroid collision, a European spacecraft made a pit stop at Mars. During its visit, it snapped rare and intriguing images of the planet’s lesser-known moon, Deimos. The European Space Agency’s (ESA) HERA mission, which aims to assess the impact of NASA’s 2022 asteroid defense test,

Trump send a letter to Iran For Nuclear deals

Trump Wants New Nuclear Deal, Says He Reached Out to Iran

Donald Trump wants to strike a new nuclear deal with Iran, and his first move? A letter to its leadership—because nothing says “let’s talk” like some old-fashioned snail mail. “I said I hope you’re going to negotiate because it’s going to be a lot better for Iran,” Trump told Fox Business, adding that military action

Apple ready to invest 500 billion dollars

Apple Bets Big on the US with $500 Billion Investment

Apple is making a half-a-trillion-dollar promise to the US. Yes, you read that right. Over the next four years, the tech giant plans to pour $500 billion into the American economy, with a flashy new manufacturing plant in Texas leading the charge. Decision Will Generate 20,000 Jobs The company says this will generate 20,000 jobs,

Korean actress dead at 24

Mystery Sorrounds The Death of Famous South Korean Actress

South Korean actor Kim Sae-Ron, once a rising starlet with Cannes acclaim under her belt, was found dead at her Seoul home on Sunday. The news stunned fans and left the entertainment world reeling as she was just 24 years old. Police say there’s no sign of foul play, but questions linger. What led a

Scientist warns NASA mission may not work on asteroid

Scientist Warns NASA’s DART-Like Mission May Not Work on This Asteroid

Ever wondered what you’d do if a space rock the size of the Statue of Liberty came hurtling toward your city? Well, NASA is wondering the same thing—because it might happen. Meet asteroid 2024 YR4, the unwelcome cosmic guest with a 2.3% chance of crashing into Earth in 2032. Not lottery-winning odds, but not nothing

Canada Names Indian Minister Amit Shah For Targeting Sikh Separatists

Canada has alleged that the Indian Home Minister was responsible for assassinating sikh leaders on its soil. On Tuesday, the Canadian government intensified its diplomatic row with India by alleging that Amit Shah, a close ally of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, was involved in orchestrating attacks against Sikh separatists in Canada.  Relations Drops To Lowest

Mysterious White Substance is Washing Up on Canada’s Beaches

People in the Newfoundland beach of Canada are curious and concerned after mysterious white blobs washed up on the shore. The blobs were described by nearby residents as doughy that resembles poorly made bread with a vegetable oil-like odor. Canadian authorities are investigating the cause but so far have remained unsuccessful, the BBC report mentioned.