Dozens feared dead as plane crashes, bursts into flames on landing in Nepal 0:34 Video clip-NBC Officials in Nepal say a passenger plane from Bangladesh has crashed and burst into flames as it was landing at the Kathmandu airport, killing at least 40 people. Witnesses say the plane swerved repeatedly Monday before attempting to land for […]
JUNEAU – Governor Bill Walker extended his condolences to President Ram Baran Yadav and Prime Minister Sushil Koirala of the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal following the tragic earthquake and aftershocks that struck the country last week. “The thoughts and prayers of Alaskans are with the people of Nepal this week,” said Governor Walker. “We […]
Secretary of State John Kerry said Monday the United States is providing an additional $9 million in aid for earthquake-ravaged Nepal. The added funding brings to $10 million dollars the total amount announced by the U.S. since Saturday’s quake, which has left more than 3,700 people dead. The U.S. Agency for International Development statement said […]