Thursday, July 9, 2020

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


Efforts to Fix Myanmar’s Deadly Jade Mine Issue Face Obstacles

Posted: 09 Jul 2020 06:39 AM PDT

Despite public outrage over a deadly landslide in Kachin, the NLD seems either unable or unwilling to force jade mining companies to follow safety and environmental laws.

‘Occult’ Statues of Buddha Undergoing Alterations After Removal From Myanmar Monastery

Posted: 09 Jul 2020 06:24 AM PDT

Stonemasons are re-carving 66 statues of Buddha, reportedly donated by powerful figures, that were removed from a monastery for violating Theravada Buddhist tradition.

Myanmar President Tells Officials to Control Hate Speech Ahead of Election

Posted: 09 Jul 2020 05:42 AM PDT

The president told election officials and ministers to prevent racial and religious incitement that could threaten Myanmar's general election in November.

Myanmar Health Ministry Urges Diligence to Prevent Second COVID-19 Wave

Posted: 09 Jul 2020 05:38 AM PDT

The Health Ministry has warned that people in Myanmar must still follow COVID-19 guidelines, as many citizens have begun to relax now that local transmissions are contained.

Rohingya Jailed in Myanmar’s Rakhine State for Illegal Border Crossing from Bangladesh

Posted: 09 Jul 2020 05:37 AM PDT

They were charged under the Immigration Act for illegal entry from Bangladesh after Myanmar closed the border due to COVID-19.  

WHO Looks Into Possibility of Airborne Coronavirus Transmission

Posted: 08 Jul 2020 09:45 PM PDT

The WHO is investigating whether the coronavirus can be spread by suspended airborne droplets, in addition to those emitted by an infected person who coughs or sneezes.

China Opens National Security Office in Hong Kong

Posted: 08 Jul 2020 09:38 PM PDT

The Chinese government has opened an office in Hong Kong to oversee enforcement of Beijing's new national security law for the territory.

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