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15 feared dead in Hpakant jade mine disaster
The mudflow, which was heavy enough to carry off several trucks and backhoes, is the latest in a series of similar deadly accidents at the Hpakant Township mines
- Myanmar
Hundreds flee as Myanmar navy opens fire on coastal village in southern Rakhine State
It was the first time the village had been targeted, residents said, adding that there had been no fighting in the area before the attack
- In-Depth
Advocates explain how progress in women’s rights has reversed in Myanmar
Women specialising in law, rights, and environmental justice told Myanmar Now how military rule has deepened the disadvantages facing women in Myanmar and called for international support
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Junta-controlled election commission amends political party registration rules
While waging war throughout the country, Myanmar’s military council makes legal changes to facilitate an election that would widely be seen as illegitimate
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Myanmar lawyer wins International Women of Courage Award
Myintzu Win is one of 13 recipients of this year’s award, which is given annually by the US State Department