Wednesday, October 21, 2020

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine

Myanmar’s Free Funeral Service Founder hit by COVID-19

Posted: 21 Oct 2020 06:27 AM PDT

U Kyaw Thu, the 60-year-old founder of the prominent Yangon-based social welfare organization, has tested positive for coronavirus along with two of his colleagues.

Myanmar’s Election Commission Defends Choice of No-Vote Areas After Criticism

Posted: 21 Oct 2020 05:57 AM PDT

The Election Commission has defended its choice of no-vote areas, saying it consulted security-related ministries and the military; it said some areas are under review.

Myanmar’s Election Body Confesses Sloppy Checks on Disgraced Party Leader

Posted: 21 Oct 2020 03:51 AM PDT

Myanmar's Union Election Commission says it did not properly scrutinize U Kyaw Myint when he set up his now-disbanded United Democratic Party.

Artillery Shell Kills Boy in Former Myanmar Tourist Hotspot Mrauk-U

Posted: 21 Oct 2020 01:56 AM PDT

Fighting between the Arakan Army and Myanmar's military is driving thousands of civilians from their homes across Rakhine State.

Students Face Prosecution for Protest Against Rakhine Govt, Myanmar Military in Sittwe

Posted: 20 Oct 2020 11:49 PM PDT

Police in Sittwe have opened a sedition case against four students who protested the actions of the government and military in Rakhine State.

Thai Parliament to Hold Special Session to Ease Political Tension

Posted: 20 Oct 2020 10:21 PM PDT

Thailand's parliament will hold a special session to address concerns raised by protesters demanding the resignation of the prime minister and reform of the monarchy.
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