Attacks on schools increasing during Myanmar civil war, research shows
A total of 174 attacks on Myanmar schools and universities were reported since the military seized power three years ago.
World News|Jul 20
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Japan’s moon lander survives third long freezing lunar night
The Slim lander reached the surface of the moon on January 20.
World News|Apr 24
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Ousted Myanmar leader Suu Kyi moved from prison to house arrest due to heat
On Wednesday, the military government also granted amnesties for more than 3,000 prisoners to mark this week’s New Year holiday.
World News|Apr 17
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Myanmar military and ethnic guerrilla groups agree ceasefire
The agreement, announced on Friday, was brokered at talks mediated by China on Wednesday and Thursday.
World News|Jan 12
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Myanmar confirms key city near Chinese border seized by armed ethnic alliance
The Three Brotherhood Alliance took control of Laukkaing late on Thursday.
World News|Jan 6
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In Pictures: Myanmar lake festival resumes after three years
The festival is being celebrated despite armed conflict across much of the Southeast Asian nation.
World News|Oct 19, 2023
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Myanmar military accused of bombing displacement camp
A spokesperson for the Kachin Independence Army (KIA), said 29 people including 11 children were killed and 57 others injured in the attacks.
World News|Oct 10, 2023
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Myanmar burns seized drugs worth £350m as illicit trade booms
UN experts have warned of increases in the production of opium, heroin and methamphetamine in the country.
World News|Jun 26, 2023
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Myanmar accused of using fuel-air explosive in attack that killed 168 civilians
Human Rights Watch said the strike caused ‘indiscriminate and disproportionate civilian casualties in violation of international humanitarian law’.
World News|May 9, 2023
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Pardon frees more than 2,100 Myanmar political prisoners
Thousands more are still in jail after being involved in protests or having criticised the country’s military leaders.
World News|May 3, 2023
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Myanmar extends Suu Kyi’s prison term to 26 years
A new ruling adds three years more jail time to the 23 years she is already serving for other offences.
World News|Oct 12, 2022
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Myanmar’s military government denies carrying out deadly air attack on school
A spokesman blamed the government’s armed opponents for the casualties.
World News|Sep 20, 2022
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Myanmar military junta executes four political prisoners
The executions were carried out despite international calls for clemency.
World News|Jul 25, 2022
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Prominent Myanmar filmmaker arrested after a year on the run
Htun Zaw Win, whose professional name is Wyne, has won multiple awards for directing and screenwriting.
World News|Feb 10, 2022
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KP gives view on England job and Zlatan hits the snow – Friday’s sporting social
Ashley Cole was ready for his new job at Everton and Tyson Fury hit out at Eddie Hearn.
UK Sport|Feb 4, 2022
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