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Mandalay Chases Dream of Becoming Myanmar's First Smart City
With ambitions of becoming a genuine smart city, Mandalay — the country's last royal capital — is in the midst of a high-tech makeover.
Indonesian Islanders Fight Developer with Snorkels and Homestays
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Livelihoods come under threat as customary land rights have been denied and a developer claims ownership of much of Pulau Pari Island.
Making Revolution Happen
Former BBC journalist Christopher Gunness looks back at his reporting on the 1988 uprising and the events leading up to it.
Young Bag-Maker Draws Inspiration From Traditional Weavers
Cloth bags with ethnic patterns are becoming popular with foreign and local women
Local Clothing Brand Gives Humble Cotton the Feel of Luxury
Amara Khit’s hand-woven goods blend the old and the new
Ten Things to do in Yangon This Week
The Irrawaddy picks 10 interesting events, ranging from concerts to talks with mountaineers to art shows, happening in Yangon this week.
India-Myanmar Open Border Policy: A Travesty for Sustainable, Traditional Agriculture
Traditional farming methods and ways of life are being threatened by imaginary borders across the eastern part of Nagaland State in India and the western part of Myanmar.
Dissent in the Naga Hills as India-Myanmar Border Follies Linger
A slow but definite dissent is brewing against both New Delhi and Naypyitaw in the remote Naga hills.
Employment Project Supports Rehabilitated Drug Users
A rehab center in Yangon seeks to support drug users throughout their recovery and beyond.
Wa Restaurant Brings Food From the Mountains to the Big City
Never tried the spicy, herb-infused offerings from northern Shan state? Now’s your chance
Nyaung Shwe’s Relaxed Night life offers the Perfect Coda to a Day on the Lake
Good eats,funky drinks and funky pubs make for a surprisingly fun night out
From 'Beauty Queen' to Beach Bum? Ngapali Loses its Sparkle
At a meeting in Ngapali last weekend, government officials and business owners debated the beach's fall from grace. Some blame unchecked development by the rich and powerful.
Rock Star Paints to Escape Reality
Local rock star Kyar Pauk showcases his art at his first solo exhibition.
Woman, 18, Killed in Her Home as Army Opens Fire on Village in N. Rakhine
Ta'ang Teen Shot Dead by Military in Shan State, Rights Group Says
In a First, Daw Aung San Suu Kyi Lectures at National Defense College
Britain Managing Huawei Risks, Has No Evidence of Spying: Official
Woman, 18, Killed in Her Home as Army Opens Fire on Village in N. Rakhine
Ta'ang Teen Shot Dead by Military in Shan State, Rights Group Says
In a First, Daw Aung San Suu Kyi Lectures at National Defense College
Archivist Salvages Myanmar’s Neglected Photographic History