Regime authorities appear to be increasingly abducting young men on the street or during household inspections to boost the number of military conscripts, while families and activists say bribes are no longer enough to free them.
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Regime authorities appear to be increasingly abducting young men on the street or during household inspections to boost the number of military conscripts, while families and activists say bribes are no longer enough to free them.
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Myanmar’s military regime has tried to recruit comedians in its propaganda war, but while some performers have chosen to serve the generals, many more are using their wit for the revolution.
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An amnesty scheme for undocumented migrants in Thailand offers hope for many Myanmar workers operating in the shadows, but the costs are high, and migrants then face burdensome tax demands from the Myanmar junta.
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Briefly showcased by the former military regime in the late 1990s, work has resumed at the Nyaung-gan archaeological site in Sagaing Region in recent years.
Briefly showcased by the former military regime in the late 1990s, work has resumed at the Nyaung-gan archaeological site in Sagaing Region in recent years.
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While men dominate all levels of government in Myanmar, the country can take a giant step towards gender equality by changing its budgeting practices.
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Villagers campaigning against quarrying operations on Mount Lun Nya in Kayin State have some powerful opponents and a recent attempt to inspect the site was cut short by gunfire.
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