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Nearly 1,500 Myanmar nationals will voluntarily return home in September through a carefully coordinated humanitarian effort. Malaysia is working with Myanmar to ensure the process protects dignity and safety for those who choose to go back.
Local surveyors in northern Myanmar confirmed that the white-bellied heron, one of Earth's rarest birds with fewer than 50 adults remaining worldwide, still survives in their rivers. Community rangers are now teaching neighbors to protect these remarkable fish-eaters instead of hunting them.
After years of isolation, Myanmar is getting a helping hand from its neighbor. Thailand is stepping up to guide the troubled nation back into the Southeast Asian community following recent elections.
Scientists discovered a new pit viper species in Myanmar that looks like a chameleon of the snake world, sometimes resembling one species, sometimes another, and often something in between. The Ayeyarwady pit viper turned out to be its own distinct species with wildly variable looks.
Researchers have identified a brand new primate species hiding in plain sight in Myanmar's remote forests. The Popa langur joins Earth's family tree as one of fewer than 300 known monkey species.
A major luxury yacht company is being held accountable for using illegally sourced teak linked to Myanmar's military junta. The prosecution sends a clear message that environmental laws protecting forests and human rights matter.
After resigning to protest Myanmar's military coup, a young physician faced unemployment and arrest threats before winning a scholarship to Switzerland. Her journey from darkness to a PhD shows how perseverance can triumph over impossible odds.
Two new solar farms in Myanmar just switched on, bringing reliable electricity to 130,000 households in a region struggling with power shortages. The clean energy projects mark a bright spot in the country's push toward renewable power.
Nobel Peace Prize winner Aung San Suu Kyi's prison sentence has been cut by one-sixth as part of a new presidential amnesty in Myanmar. The 80-year-old ex-leader, imprisoned for five years following a military coup, may see further relief as the country signals potential political shifts.
Myanmar's new president has ordered all death sentences converted to life imprisonment, affecting over 130 prisoners condemned since 2021. The blanket commutation comes as part of a new year amnesty that will also release over 4,300 prisoners.
A Chinese delegation spent four days in Myanmar villages, listening to residents about their biggest needs in health, education, and jobs. The assessment kicks off the second phase of a regional project bringing practical help to rural communities.
Tiny bamboo houses built for displaced families in Myanmar survived a massive earthquake that destroyed thousands of buildings around them. The disaster-proof homes cost just $1,000 each and can be assembled like furniture.
A 25-year-old Hong Kong resident was rescued from forced labor captivity in Myanmar after an international operation involving Chinese embassies and Thai authorities. The young man, who described his experience as "like a horror movie," is now safely reunited with his family in Thailand.
Over 4,300 prisoners walked free from Myanmar jails this week as part of the country's annual New Year amnesty tradition. Families gathered outside Yangon's Insein Prison to reunite with loved ones, including 179 foreign nationals.
A brand new sport just made history at the Asian Games, and Myanmar's Wai Khin Hnin fought back from defeat to claim the very first gold medal. Teqball, a gravity-defying mix of soccer and table tennis, captivated audiences as athletes from teens to 44-year-olds competed for glory.
A groundbreaking UN carbon credit program just funded cookstoves in Myanmar that will save lives, protect forests, and cut emissions. This first-of-its-kind project shows how global climate action can deliver real health benefits to communities that need it most.
Thailand is working with China and Myanmar to safely return over 1,000 people who were trapped working in online scam operations along the border. The coordinated rescue effort shows how countries can team up to fight human trafficking and cybercrime.
Scientists discovered a tiny prehistoric predator with crab-like claws preserved perfectly in amber from Myanmar. The 100-million-year-old find reveals how evolution can create the same clever tools in completely different creatures.
A 15-year-old who fled Myanmar's military coup found more than just a sport when he joined Darwin Olympic Soccer Club. The 60-year-old club, founded by Greek migrants, now connects families from over 30 nations through the world's game.
Young UFC champion Joshua Van silenced his doubters by decisively defeating Alexandre Pantoja in their rematch, proving his first victory was no accident. The 24-year-old immigrant fighter from Myanmar dominated all five rounds to retain his flyweight title.
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