Aid Flows into Myanmar as Earthquake Leaves Over 1,600 Dead and Cities in Ruins

A cracked road in Myanmar

BANGKOK, March 30 – Emergency aid and rescue efforts gained momentum on Sunday as neighboring countries deployed warships and aircraft loaded with relief supplies to Myanmar. The country is grappling with the aftermath of a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck on Friday, leaving at least 1,600 dead and more than 3,400 injured, according to Myanmar’s … Read more

Myanmar Earthquake Death Toll Surpasses 1,000 as International Aid Begins Arriving

Rescue personnel work at the site of a building that collapsed, following a strong earthquake, in Bangkok, Thailand, March 29, 2025.

BANGKOK, March 29 – Myanmar is reeling from a devastating earthquake that has left over 1,000 people dead, with rescue efforts intensifying as foreign aid teams arrive to assist. The disaster, which struck on Friday, has caused widespread destruction, leveling infrastructure and worsening the challenges faced by a country already struggling due to ongoing conflict. … Read more

Powerful Earthquake Strikes Myanmar, Killing Over 140 and Leaving Widespread Devastation

People ride motorcycles past a damaged building after a strong earthquake in Mandalay, Myanmar, March 28.

BANGKOK, March 28 – A catastrophic earthquake struck Myanmar on Friday, leaving more than 140 people dead and causing widespread destruction. The 7.7 magnitude quake, which hit around midday, devastated buildings, roads, and infrastructure, with Mandalay, the country’s second-largest city, suffering the most severe impact. The powerful tremor was followed by a series of aftershocks, … Read more

Pakistan Hails Stronger Counterterrorism Alliance with U.S. After Sharifullah’s Arrest

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ISLAMABAD, March 5 – Pakistan has reaffirmed its commitment to counterterrorism efforts and regional security following the arrest of Mohammad Sharifullah, a key figure accused of orchestrating a deadly attack on U.S. troops in Kabul in 2021. The arrest, carried out through a military operation along the Afghan border, marks a significant moment in the … Read more

Imran Khan Sentenced to 14 Years in Prison in Land Corruption Case: Legal Setback for Former Prime Minister

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan

ISLAMABAD, JAN 17 – In a landmark legal development, Imran Khan, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan, has been handed a 14-year prison sentence in a land corruption case. The verdict, delivered by an anti-graft court, has significant political and legal implications, further intensifying the ongoing political instability in Pakistan. Khan’s wife, Bushra Bibi, was … Read more

Southern Japan Shaken by Powerful Earthquake Near Nankai Trough Region

JAN 13 – Southern Japan experienced a significant earthquake on Monday, striking the Kyushu region with a preliminary magnitude of 6.9, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA). The tremor occurred in an area that had previously been highlighted for its seismic vulnerability, following a megaquake advisory issued last year. The earthquake’s proximity to the … Read more

What is HMPV? Understanding the Virus Behind China’s Winter Surge

human metapneumovirus (HMPV) Virus

China is currently witnessing a significant increase in respiratory infections, attributed to a virus known as human metapneumovirus (HMPV). This surge has led to crowded hospitals and heightened public concern, especially in northern provinces. The uptick in cases is drawing attention to this relatively lesser-known virus, primarily affecting children and vulnerable populations during the colder … Read more

Tragedy Strikes: Over 124 Dead After South Korean Airliner Crash

Firefighters carry out extinguishing operations on an aircraft which drove off runaway at Muan International Airport in Muan, South Jeolla Province, South Korea

Muan County, South Korea, Dec 29 – A devastating airplane crash at Muan International Airport claimed at least 124 lives when a Jeju Air flight arriving from Bangkok, Thailand, attempted to land under distressing circumstances. The flight, carrying 181 individuals, belly-landed, veered off the runway, and erupted into flames after crashing into a barrier, marking … Read more

Manmohan Singh, India’s Quiet Visionary Leader, Passes Away at 92

Manmohan Singh

NEW DELHI, Dec 26 – India bids farewell to Manmohan Singh, the soft-spoken and reserved leader who left an indelible mark on the nation’s history. Singh, who served as India’s prime minister for two consecutive terms from 2004 to 2014, passed away on Thursday at the age of 92 after battling age-related ailments. He will … Read more