The Global Monsoon and Its Future
Dr Kyaw (Meteorology School) The monsoon climate is one of the most prominent features within the global climatic system. The term “monsoon” is derived from the Arabic word ‘mausim’, meaning…
Lessons on Preserving Bilingual Identity
By Yin Nwe Ko The “Seinn Lann Myaing” Family moved to the United States in 2001. At that time, they faced an important decision that would affect not only their…
Choose the best way to develop the country
THE International Day of Democracy provides an opportunity to review the state of democracy in the world. Democracy is as much a process as a goal, and only with the…
The Vanishing Book Culture in Myanmar
By Ms Monn There is a Myanmar saying, “May The Physical Body Be Carried Along Wherever The Mind Goes”, which evokes a profound philosophical idea rooted in Myanmar’s rich literary…
Ancient marble sphinx unearthed in Inwa
DURING the excavation of Inwa’s tooth relic building, a marble sphinx image, which was believed to be sculpted by Amarapura’s King Bagyidaw, was discovered, according to a local researcher, Bo…
The Philanthropic Mask and the Self-Interest Seeker (Or) George Soros
Hearing the name George Soros, he was known as the founder of the Open Society Foundation, a provider of scholarships, and a creator of freedom of expression and freedom of…
Myanmar and the Open Society: Freedom or a Strategic Trap?
When we talk or write about world politics, democracy, human rights, and freedom of expression, the story of George Soros, the founder of the so-called Open Society Foundation, must be…
Gifts That Heal, Gifts That Hurt
By Laura Htet (UDE) There is something almost magical about the idea of a gift. Since childhood, gifts have been symbols of affection, small treasures that make our eyes light…
Why Myanmar’s Future Depends on Healing Its Scarred Youth
It was already precisely 4:45 am before dawn on 11 July when I finished reading (U) Khin Maung Myint’s short essay in The Global New Light of Myanmar newspaper. Something…
Maintain the fine traditions of Myanmar’s literacy campaign
MYANMAR successfully showed off its brilliant endeavours in implementing the literacy campaign with mass participation in central Myanmar in the 1960s. Among international literacy initiatives, Myanmar’s efforts in promoting literacy…