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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Chinese song contest in Yangon boosts exchange

Updated: 2024-11-27 10:10 Students perform during the awards ceremony of a Chinese song competition in Yangon, Myanmar, on Sunday. MYO KYAW SOE/XINHUA YANGON — A Chinese song competition recently held in Yangon offered Myanmar students an opportunity to enhance their language skills while celebrating cultural exchange. The competition supports Myanmar students' Chinese learning and gives them a chance to showcase …

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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Chinese song contest in Yangon boosts exchange

China Daily

Students perform during the awards ceremony of a Chinese song competition in Yangon, Myanmar, on Sunday. MYO KYAW SOE/XINHUA YANGON — A Chinese song competition recently held in Yangon offered Myanmar students an opportunity to enhance their language skills while celebrating cultural exchange. The competition supports Myanmar students' Chinese learning and gives them a chance to showcase their talents, Kyi …

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1 month ago

John Curry, businessman whose expertise was crucial as the All England Club entered the modern era

The Telegraph

John Curry, who has died aged 86, was a popular and far-sighted chairman of the All England Club throughout the 1990s, transforming its fortunes through his financial acumen and strength of character. He led the Club successfully into a far more professional era, instigating major building projects and consolidating Wimbledon’s status as the world’s greatest tennis tournament. John Arthur Hugh …

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4 months, 1 week ago

With asking price of $142 million, no bidders for home of ousted Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi

Associated Press

YANGON, Myanmar — A second attempt to auction the family home of Myanmar’s imprisoned former leader Aung San Suu Kyi failed on Thursday after no bidders showed up, likely deterred by the court-ordered asking price of $142 million. Suu Kyi spent 15 years in the home under house arrest, hosting visiting dignitaries including U.S. President Barack Obama, Secretary of State …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Indian Embassy in Myanmar's Yangon alerts job seekers regarding fake racket targeting IT skilled youth

India TV News

The Indian Embassy in Yangon, Myanmar has issued an advisory regarding fake job racket targeting IT skilled youth. Image Source : EMBASSY OF INDIA The Embassy of India, Yangon shares list of suspected agents, agencies and companies involved in these criminal activities on the basis of inputs shared by the victims Image Source : EMBASSY OF INDIA The Embassy of …

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6 months ago

Young men trapped between war and conscription in Myanmar’s Rakhine

Al Jazeera

Rohingya and ethnic Rakhine see dreams of education and work disappear as conflict escalates in the long-troubled state. “Time that we could’ve spent working on our futures was wasted.” Zubair and Thura Maung are part of a new generation of young people across Myanmar whose lives have been turned upside down by the 2021 military coup. That changed last October, …

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6 months, 1 week ago

Punks among grassroot groups providing hope as millions struggle with hunger in Myanmar

ABC

Breakfast in Myanmar traditionally consists of a bowl of catfish soup, crunchy fritters, and a cup of sweet tea at a local tea shop. People 'sharing what little they have' According to the latest Hunger Hotspots report, 13.3 million people — 24 per cent of Myanmar's population — were expected to be facing "high levels of acute food insecurity" between …

Military Water Power Myanmar Told Supplied Struggling

6 months, 3 weeks ago

Tin Oo, a close ally of Myanmar’s Suu Kyi and co-founder of her pro-democracy party, dies at 97

Associated Press

BANGKOK — Tin Oo, one of the closest associates of Myanmar’s ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi as well as a co-founder of her National League for Democracy party, has died. Tin Oo was respected by many of his party’s members for his outspokenness and courage as he shared many of Suu Kyi’s travails. In 1988, Tin Oo helped found …

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7 months ago

Myanmar quietly announces plans to study controversial Chinese dam project suspended 13 years ago

Associated Press

BANGKOK, Thailand — Myanmar’s military government appears to be considering reviving a massive China-backed hydroelectric dam project, work on which was suspended more than a decade ago after protests over its possible impact on the environment. The $3.6 billion project in the northern state of Kachin, along the country’s Irrawaddy River, was supposed to export about 90% of the electricity …

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8 months, 1 week ago

India relocates diplomatic staff from restive Sittwe to Yangon

New Indian Express

NEW DELHI: In view of the precarious security situation in the Myanmarese city of Sittwe, India has relocated its staff from its consulate there to Yangon. According to reports, several parts of Myanmar have been witnessing intense fighting between the military junta and resistance forces, which have already captured many towns, including military bases. The anti-junta forces seized control of …

India Myanmar Jaiswal Sittwe Yangon Relocates Diplomatic

8 months, 1 week ago

Celebrate Thingyan in Style: Indulge in Burma Burma's Limited Edition Culinary Delights

Deccan Chronicle

Burma Burma pays homage to the rich culinary heritage of Burma, offering a modern interpretation of traditional flavors. Their Thingyan Festival menu reflects their dedication to bringing the essence of Burmese cuisine to your table, inspired by our team's immersive experiences in Yangon and their exploration of local culinary traditions. Exclusively for dine-in, indulge in an array of delectable Burmese …

Burma Burmese Edition Thingyan

9 months, 2 weeks ago

‘I will do it again’: Myanmar student defies junta from jail

The Hindu

Student activist Lin Lin led protests against Myanmar’s junta, defying the generals for months before being hunted down and caught. The demonstrations gradually fizzled out, but Lin Lin was determined to find a way to keep defiance against the junta at the top of people’s minds. Lin Lin said goodbye to her family and went underground in the commercial hub …

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9 months, 4 weeks ago

Many in Myanmar consider fleeing to Thailand to escape conscription into an army they despise

Associated Press

BANGKOK — Thwel, a 25-year-old schoolteacher, saw very few options left to her after Myanmar’s military announced it is implementing conscription to fill its ranks. Like many professionals, she joined the Civil Disobedience Movement that was formed to oppose military rule after the army’s 2021 seizure of power from the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi. Since then, the …

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1 year, 1 month ago

India issues travel advisory for Myanmar, advises to fill out emergency form

India TV News

Amid a surge in violence in Myanmar, India, on Tuesday, released an advisory where it advised its nationals to refrain from visiting the country. Send the soft copy to the following email id : consyangonmeagovin and hard copy to the Consular Wing, Embassy of India or deposit the same between 0930 and 1100 hrs on any working day along with …

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1 year, 1 month ago

Military-ruled Myanmar hosts joint naval exercise with Russia, its close ally and top arms supplier

Associated Press

BANGKOK — The military-run Southeast Asian nation of Myanmar is holding its first joint naval exercise with Russia, state media reported Tuesday, with the countries carrying out maneuvers in the Andaman Sea. Reports in the state-run Global New Light of Myanmar newspaper said that the maritime security exercise with Russia was being held until Thursday, 157 kilometers west of Myeik …

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1 year, 1 month ago

Hohhot airport launches routes to Hong Kong, Yangon

China Daily

The curvilinear exterior of Hohhot Baita International Airport. Hohhot, capital city of North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region, is set to add two new destinations to its list – with flights to Hong Kong and Yangon city in Myanmar starting from the end of the month. Starting from Oct 29, flights from Hohhot to Hong Kong will operate every Monday, …

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1 year, 3 months ago

A Myanmar journalist gets a 20-year sentence for reporting on cyclone’s aftermath, news site says

Associated Press

BANGKOK — A court in Myanmar sentenced a photojournalist for an underground news agency to 20 years in prison with hard labor for his coverage of a deadly May cyclone’s aftermath, the media organization said Wednesday. The sentence given Sai Zaw Thaike, a photographer for the independent online news service Myanmar Now, appeared to be the most severe for any …

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1 year, 4 months ago

15 Indians Caught in Web of Crime Syndicates Repatriated from Myanmar; Tally of Rescued Reaches 379

News 18

The Indian embassy in Myanmar on Wednesday repatriated 15 more Indians who were being used as ‘slaves’ after they were duped into accepting job offers from transnational crime syndicates in Myanmar. @IndiainMyanmar today repatriated 15 more Indian nationals who were victims of job offers of transnational crime syndicates in Myanmar. @MEAIndia pic.twitter.com/NIZeKhauBI— India in Myanmar July 26, 2023 “The Indian …

Job Delhi Offers Indian Myanmar Embassy Indians

1 year, 5 months ago

Pictures of the week: Wine battles, kayaks and a great view of the Ashes

The Independent

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1 year, 7 months ago

Myanmar Airways International Starts Direct Flight Between Chennai And Yangon

News 18

Myanmar Airways International is operating a direct non-stop flight on the Yangon-Chennai route. Reportedly, Myanmar Airways International will employ its fleet of Embraer E190 or Airbus A319/A320 aircraft on the Yangon-Chennai route. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Myanmar Airways International Flight 8M630 will depart Yangon at 08:00 AM and land in Chennai at 10:15 AM. As …

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1 year, 8 months ago

Top election official in Myanmar assassinated by guerrillas

Associated Press

BANGKOK — A top election official in Myanmar was fatally shot in his car in Yangon, the country’s commercial capital, in the latest attack attributed to militants opposed to military rule. Sai Kyaw Thu, deputy director-general of the military-appointed Union Election Commission, was shot multiple times on Saturday, according to the military’s information office, media reports and a statement of …

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1 year, 8 months ago

Myanmar's Top Election Official Shot Dead by Rebel Fighters in Yangon

News 18

The deputy head of Myanmar’s election commission was shot dead in Yangon on Saturday by rebel fighters, the military said, in the latest killing of a high-profile individual linked to the country’s junta. Deputy director Sai Kyaw Thu of the Union Election Commission was shot dead in the township of Thingangyun in eastern Yangon, the army’s information team said in …

Military Election Myanmar Shot Dead Yangon

1 year, 8 months ago

Senior military-linked election official shot dead in Myanmar

Al Jazeera

Myanmar’s army blamed the killing on the anti-coup People’s Defence Forces who are fighting military rule in the country. The deputy head of Myanmar’s military-appointed election commission has been shot dead in the country’s commercial capital Yangon by rebels, authorities said, the latest killing of a high-profile individual linked to the country’s military rulers. Sai Kyaw Thu, deputy director of …

Military Election Myanmar Shot Dead Yangon Official Shot Official Shot Dead

1 year, 8 months ago

Ever heard of bhindi noodles? This dish from Myanmar has baffled foodies

Hindustan Times

Fusion dishes can take many forms, from a blend of two different cuisines to combining traditional and modern cooking techniques. Yangon, Myanmar,” wrote Twitter user Satabdi while sharing a photo of the dish served at the restaurant on the microblogging platform. The picture shared online shows a pot of noodles cooked with bhindi and other vegetables. Twitter user Satabdi tried …

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Chinese song contest in Yangon boosts exchange

Chinese song contest in Yangon boosts exchange

John Curry, businessman whose expertise was crucial as the All England Club entered the modern era

With asking price of $142 million, no bidders for home of ousted Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi

Indian Embassy in Myanmar's Yangon alerts job seekers regarding fake racket targeting IT skilled youth

Young men trapped between war and conscription in Myanmar’s Rakhine

Punks among grassroot groups providing hope as millions struggle with hunger in Myanmar

Tin Oo, a close ally of Myanmar’s Suu Kyi and co-founder of her pro-democracy party, dies at 97

Myanmar quietly announces plans to study controversial Chinese dam project suspended 13 years ago

India relocates diplomatic staff from restive Sittwe to Yangon

Celebrate Thingyan in Style: Indulge in Burma Burma's Limited Edition Culinary Delights

‘I will do it again’: Myanmar student defies junta from jail

Many in Myanmar consider fleeing to Thailand to escape conscription into an army they despise

India issues travel advisory for Myanmar, advises to fill out emergency form

Military-ruled Myanmar hosts joint naval exercise with Russia, its close ally and top arms supplier

Hohhot airport launches routes to Hong Kong, Yangon

A Myanmar journalist gets a 20-year sentence for reporting on cyclone’s aftermath, news site says

15 Indians Caught in Web of Crime Syndicates Repatriated from Myanmar; Tally of Rescued Reaches 379

Pictures of the week: Wine battles, kayaks and a great view of the Ashes

Myanmar Airways International Starts Direct Flight Between Chennai And Yangon

Top election official in Myanmar assassinated by guerrillas

Myanmar's Top Election Official Shot Dead by Rebel Fighters in Yangon

Senior military-linked election official shot dead in Myanmar

Ever heard of bhindi noodles? This dish from Myanmar has baffled foodies