A magnitude 5.9 earthquake hit the island of Java, Indonesia, on Saturday, killing seven people, injuring two people, and damaging hundreds of buildings in several cities, said the country’s disaster…
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Myanmar Protesters Take Up Easter Eggs; Junta Hunts Celebrities
Opponents of the military government in Myanmar made Easter eggs a symbol of disobedience on Sunday, posting pictures of eggs with slogans after a night candle-lit vigils across the south…
By Kibria Ahmad April 4, 2021
Myanmar Junta Cuts Internet, Protesters Say They Will Not Surrender
Opponents of the military government in Myanmar marched and placed bouquets on Friday while trying to find alternative ways to regulate their opinion after the authorities cut most users from…
By Kibria Ahmad April 2, 2021
Coronavirus: Japan Announces Emergency Measures in Osaka Area
The government in Japan said on Thursday that it would impose emergency steps, such as shorter working hours, and asked people to work from home and refrain from activities such…
By Kibria Ahmad April 1, 2021
Myanmar: Protesters Hold Vigils As US Orders Staff To Leave
Myanmar activists held a candle vigil after several deaths in the last few days of the military crackdown against the anti-coup protesters and clashes in the ethnic border area. The…
By Kibria Ahmad March 31, 2021
