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Southeast Asia water festivals begin, but earthquake recovery blunts Myanmar’s celebrations
Several Southeast Asian countries are kicking off their annual water festival holiday, an occasion for merrymaking during ...
A Deadly Earthquake Rocks a Pillar of a Buddhist Nation: Its Monks
The people of Myanmar have often turned to the clergy for aid during natural disasters. But last month’s earthquake was also ...
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Southeast Asia water festival begins, but earthquake recovery blunts Myanmar’s celebrations
BANGKOK (AP) — Several Southeast Asian countries kicked off their annual water festival holiday on Sunday, but in the wake of a devastating earthquake last month, Myanmar is missing out on the fun.
Myanmar hit by fresh earthquake during hundreds of aftershocks
A 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck near Meiktila in central Myanmar on Sunday, adding to the region's recent seismic woes.
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Southeast Asia welcomes water festivals, but Myanmar’s celebrations damped by earthquake aftermath
By bno - Bangkok Office Countries across Southeast Asia kicked off annual water festival celebrations on April 13, but in Myanmar, the holiday spirit was muted as the country continues to recover from ...
Why Was the Myanmar Quake Felt in Bangkok, and How Safe Is Singapore?
The tremors were felt as far as 2,000 km away in Hanoi, Vietnam, and even in Bangkok, Thailand, where a skyscraper under construction collapsed. This article explores the causes of the earthquake, the ...
From Water Festivals to Grief: Southeast Asia's Diverse Celebrations
As Southeast Asia embraced its vibrant water festivals, the region showcased a tapestry of cultural traditions and emotions. While countries like Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia celebrated with customary ...