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Slight earthquake reported in Myanmar Sea

Weather

14/09/20

No immediate reports of damages or casualties were available following a slight earthquake which was recorded this afternoon, according to a source from the Department of Meteorology and Hydrology (DMH).

Myanmar nationals come back home via Myawady border on 13 September

Local

14/09/20

A total of 190 Myanmar nationals returned from Thailand through No 2 border bridge in Myawady, Kayin State, on

MoSWRR discusses providing cash assistance for persons with disabilities

Local

14/09/20

The Ministry of Social Welfare, Relief and Resettlement (MoSWRR) organized a virtual ceremony to discuss providing cash assistance for persons with disabilities (PWDs) under COVID-19 Economic Relief Plan (CERP) yesterday.

Drug trafficker from Lashio arrested in Mandalay

Crime

14/09/20

Police captured a drug dealer from Lashio in Mandalay yesterday morning, according to Myanmar Police Force.

Heavy rains cause floods in Wuntho, rescue teams help locals

Local

14/09/20

Heavy rains in Wuntho, Sagaing Region on 13 September inundated roads and forced some families to evacuate their homes, according to the local authorities.

SEZs rake in $1.34 bln under incumbent government

Business

14/09/20

Foreign investments of US$1.348 billion have flowed into the Special Economic Zones (SEZs), under the Special Economic Zone Law, over the four years under the incumbent government, according to the figures released by the Directorate of Investment and Company Administration (DICA).

CMP raw material import plunges to $1.99 bln as of 28 August

Business

14/09/20

Imports of raw materials by CMP businesses have been valued at US$1.99 billion in the past eleven months beginning in October in the 2019-2020 financial year, which plunged from $2.148 billion registered in the corresponding period of last fiscal, according to the Ministry of Commerce.

COVID-19 is a test of our commitment to a society that values all citizens equally

Editorial

14/09/20

Times of crisis ask us who we are as a country. People suffer from much anxiety and pain during this time of crisis. The number of COVID-19 cases reached over 2900 yesterday in our country.

A Short Visit to Aungban (1)

Culture & Travel

14/09/20

When we travel to southern Shan State, we usually continue to Nyaung Shwe, Inlay and Taunggyi right after the visit to Kalaw. We never thought to pay a visit to Aungban than to buy some chips while taking a break on the way. Some stay in Kalaw and visit Aungban for a while, crossing the town to see scenic views and go to Nyangan and Pindaya. I’ve known that Aungban is not only a trading town but also an excellent town to live in.

Ayeyawady United stands first after MNL Week-15

Sport

14/09/20

Ayeyawady United is currently standing in the first place after thirteen matches played with one loss and 33 points earned after the Week-15 games of the Myanmar National League, according to the statement with the MNL yesterday.