The United States expressed deep concern over escalating violence and tension in Myanmar’s Rakhine state, warning of potential atrocities. Clashes between the military and the Arakan Army have led to …
Bangladesh can’t compromise with ‘zero tolerance’ approach to terrorism: Foreign secretary
“We must be aware of the potential sources of risks and challenges, such as due to the prolonged Rohingya crisis pending a durable solution in Myanmar where the crisis originated,” he says …
Illegal heavy weapons enter Bangladesh from Myanmar
Illegal heavy weapons are entering Bangladesh through the Myanmar border, falling into the hands of separatist groups based in the Rohingya camps in Ukhiya and Teknaf. In a significant operation, law enforcement forces recently seized a large cache of firearms,
World News in Brief: Myanmar violence intensifies, praise for Brazil refugee response, Baháí detainees in Yemen
The UN is continuing to closely follow the deteriorating situation in Myanmar’s Rakhine state where intercommunal tensions are being stoked by the military.
Myanmar Shoppers Report Hyperinflation as Kyat Plunges Past 4,000/Dollar
The kyat’s value on the open market has plummeted from 3,900 per dollar before the Thingyan Festival in mid-April to 4,100. Private banks have meanwhile set a rate of around 3,800 kyats for Myanmar …
Myanmar Shoppers Report Hyperinflation as Kyat Plunges Past 4,000/Dollar
The kyat’s value on the open market has plummeted from 3,900 per dollar before the Thingyan Festival in mid-April to 4,100. Private banks have meanwhile set a rate of around 3,800 kyats for Myanmar …
A Compelling Chronicle of Myanmar’s Rich Cinematic History
Films have always provided Myanmar people with a way “to look at the past through a fancy new lens but also to consider revolutionary new futures”, writes Jane Ferguson.
A Compelling Chronicle of Myanmar’s Rich Cinematic History
Films have always provided Myanmar people with a way “to look at the past through a fancy new lens but also to consider revolutionary new futures”, writes Jane Ferguson.
Immigrant from Myanmar shares Burmese cuisine with Iowans
Lum Naw immigrated to Iowa from Myanmar and noticed a lot of Iowans didn’t know of her hometown so she created Mingalabar as a way for her to share culture and stories.
UN sounds alarm over atrocities as rebels renew fighting with Myanmar’s military junta
UN sounds alarm over atrocities as rebels renew fighting with Myanmar’s military junta – Arakan Army rebels accused of targeting Rohingya Muslims in Buthidaung town near Bangladesh border …