Research Expanded to Develop National Cancer Registry
As a gesture of hailing the 81st Anniversary of Armed Forces Day 2026, Acting President of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar and Chairman of the State Security and…
Iran President says some countries made mediation efforts amid conflict with US, Israel
Several countries made mediation efforts amid the conflict between Iran, the United States and Israel, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Friday. “Some countries have begun mediation efforts. Let’s be…
‘Plenty of oil’ in market despite Mideast turmoil: IEA chief
INTERNATIONAL Energy Agency (IEA) chief Fatih Birol sought Friday to tamp down fears of a global oil crisis as conflict rages in the Middle East, saying there was “plenty of…
South Korea strikes crude oil deal with UAE
South Korea struck a deal Friday to ship around four million barrels of oil from the United Arab Emirates, bolstering supplies as the US-Israel war on Iran upends energy markets.…
Japan Cabinet approves bill to launch disaster management agency
JAPAN’S Cabinet approved Friday a bill to create a new government agency that will lead disaster response, recovery and reconstruction efforts under the leadership of the prime minister. After its…
War in the Middle East: latest developments
Underestimated Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian said “some countries” had begun mediation efforts to end the war. Iran attacks US bases Iran’s army said on Friday it had attacked US bases…
Bessent confirms 30-day waiver for India to buy Russian oil
THE United States has temporarily allowed India to purchase oil from Russia stored on tankers at sea, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed. “To enable oil to keep flowing into…
Expedite efforts to reduce environmental pollution
Air pollution is a problem that commonly occurs in major cities of a country and largely depends on the efforts of the relevant authorities to protect the environment. When industrial…
Small Steps Towards a Plastic-Free Yangon
By Kyaw Ye Aung (Eco-conscious Citizen) Yangon is a major city known for the cool beauty of its lush trees and elegant ancient buildings. As we approach the pleasant spring…
Smoke and Haze Pollution: Dangers, Causes, and Preventive Measures
By Junior Thin In recent years, smoke and haze pollution have become one of the most serious environmental problems facing many countries, especially during the dry season. Thick clouds of…