Yanuki
Asia / Myanmar
Five years after ousting an elected government and plunging Myanmar into a civil war, coup leader Min Aung Hlaing has been sworn in as the country's president. The move formalizes his grip on power following a widely criticized election.
News / International Affairs
A US citizen and six Ukrainian nationals have been arrested in India for allegedly training ethnic armed groups in Myanmar. The arrests, prompted by a tip-off from Russian authorities, are being investigated by India's National Investigatio...
Asia / China
China has executed 11 members of the Myanmar Ming mafia family, who were sentenced to death in September, for running notorious scam compounds. These compounds, primarily located in the remote border town of Laukkaing in Myanmar's Shan stat...
Politics / Elections
The Myanmar general election, orchestrated by the ruling military junta, has been marred by violence, displacement, and widespread condemnation. With reports of attacks, low voter turnout, and the exclusion of millions, the legitimacy of th...
Immigration / Policy
The U.S. government has announced the end of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nearly 4,000 immigrants from Myanmar, a country facing ongoing civil conflict. This decision, made by the Trump administration, marks another curtailment of h...
Asia / Myanmar
A deadly attack in Myanmar has left at least 24 dead and dozens wounded after a motorized paraglider dropped bombs on a crowd gathered for a Buddhist festival. The incident underscores the escalating violence and evolving tactics employed b...
World / General
A 5.4-magnitude earthquake off the southern coast of Myanmar caused tremors in Bangkok on Thursday, August 21, 2025. This event follows a previous earthquake in Thailand’s Nan province earlier in the year, raising concerns among residents....
News / Natural Disasters
A 5.4-magnitude earthquake struck off the southern coast of Myanmar on Thursday morning, August 21, 2025, with tremors felt in parts of Bangkok, according to the Earthquake Observation Division. No damage or impact has been reported in Thai...
Sports / Bodybuilding
A bodybuilding competition in Yangon, Myanmar, marked International Olympic Day, showcasing both male and female athletes. This event highlights the growing interest in fitness and bodybuilding within the region and its connection to intern...
Politics / National Security
Tensions rise as a public dispute between President Donald Trump and Elon Musk intensifies, occurring simultaneously with the announcement of new visa restrictions impacting multiple countries.
Archaeology / Discoveries
A recent earthquake in Myanmar has led to an unexpected and significant archaeological find, uncovering parts of what is believed to be an ancient royal structure. This discovery highlights how natural events can sometimes unveil hidden his...
World News / Asia Pacific
A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar on March 28, causing catastrophic damage and loss of life. The disaster has exacerbated an already dire humanitarian situation in a country grappling with civil conflict, leaving th...
World News / Humanitarian Aid
Following a devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar and the surrounding region last week, the UK's Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC), a coalition of 15 leading aid charities, has launched an urgent appeal for public donat...
World News / Asia Pacific
A devastating magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Myanmar near Mandalay in late March/early April 2025, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. The tragedy is unfolding amidst Myanmar's ongoing civil war, creating a complex humanitaria...
World / Natural Disasters
A devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar near Mandalay on Friday, causing widespread destruction, killing over 1,600 people, and injuring thousands more. The quake's impact extended into neighboring Thailand, triggering...
World News / Asia
A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake striking Myanmar on Friday triggered the collapse of a high-rise building under construction in neighboring Bangkok, Thailand. Rescue operations are underway as dozens of workers remain missing, and their...
World News / Disasters
A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar near the city of Mandalay, causing catastrophic loss of life and widespread destruction. The tremors were strongly felt in neighboring Thailand, leading to significant damage and ca...
World / Disasters
A devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar near Mandalay, the largest quake to hit the country in over a century. The tremors rocked neighboring Thailand, causing significant damage and loss of life hundreds of miles away...
World News / Humanitarian Crisis
Myanmar continues to face a devastating humanitarian crisis fueled by decades of conflict and exacerbated by the 2021 military coup. Amidst widespread displacement and suffering, the Catholic Church has emerged as a vital lifeline, providin...
