Iran Fires Missiles at Jordan, Kuwait and Bahrain in Retaliation for US Strikes
Amid the escalating conflict over the Strait of Hormuz, Iran has targeted Jordan, Kuwait, and Bahrain in retaliation for US attacks. The US has threatened to launch an even more…
Pedestrians and businesses compete for space on Thimphu footpaths
Narrow footpaths and goods spilling onto public walkways are making it difficult for pedestrians to move around in some parts of Thimphu. While Thimphu Thromde says businesses must keep public…
Bhutan’s Food Future Takes Centre Stage at Global Summit
More than 400 delegates from over 60 countries have gathered in Paro for the Global Conscious Food Systems Summit, as leaders seek to chart a more sustainable and “conscious” future…
Trongsa to Host Black Mountain Festival in October
Trongsa will host the Black Mountain Festival on October 3 and 4, 2026, bringing together communities and visitors for a celebration of culture, heritage, creativity and local participation. This year’s…
Bhutan’s First International School Opens in Thimphu
EtonHouse Bhutan International School, described as Bhutan’s first international school, formally opened in Thimphu on August 31, 2026, with an inaugural batch of nine students. The school currently offers classes…
Argentina’s Greatest: Messi Retires From International Football
The atmosphere of farewell to the international career of Lionel Messi, one of the greatest players in the world of football, is in the air. Fans and people associated with…
Bhutan Hosts Global Dialogue on the Future of Food
More than 400 participants from 60 countries have gathered in Paro, Bhutan, for the first Global Conscious Food Systems Summit, seeking new approaches to the growing challenges facing the global…
A decade later, hazelnut production begins picking up in Bumthang
For many hazelnut growers in Bumthang, the journey towards a meaningful harvest has been a long and patient wait. More than a decade after planting the trees, farmers are finally…
Crude Oil Surges Past $90 on Iran-US Tensions
The impact of geopolitical tensions is once again visible in the global market. Crude oil prices saw a sharp surge on Monday. Rising tensions between the US and Iran heightened…
EtonHouse Bhutan International School starts classes
EtonHouse Bhutan International School, the country’s first international school, formally opened in Thimphu today. The school, with classes from Kindergarten to 12, plans to expand enrolment from next year, as…