Earthquakes are relatively common in Myanmar, where six strong quakes of 7.0 magnitude or more struck between 1930 and 1956 ...

The death toll is expected to rise after the 7.7-magnitude quake was felt across Southeast Asia in densely populated cities.

A rescuer in Myanmar tells the BBC "the damage is enormous" as the 7.7 magnitude quake is felt in neighbouring countries.

The rare plea from Myanmar's ruling junta raises the prospect that damage and casualties may be extensive, with the nation's ...

A powerful earthquake of magnitude 7.7 centred in the Sagaing region near the Myanmar city of Mandalay caused extensive ...

Myanmar is one of the most prone areas to earthquakes in the world as it features among the high-risk regions on the Global ...