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Kashmir Protests Turn Deadly
At least 14 killed as Indian security forces try to control angry crowds protesting Quran desecration reports
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Back Off, Beijing |
China lectures other countries about interfering in Burma's internal affairs, but by propping up a hated regime, Beijing has been by far the worst offender. |
Burmese Ministries to Publish Daily Newspapers |
By HSET LIN |
Newspapers run by different government ministries in Burma will likely be published in the aftermath of the Nov. 7 election in the country. |
Uncertainty Continues after Candidate Registrations |
By BA KAUNG |
Following the conclusion of the candidate registration process, Burma's political parties expect the leaders of the junta's proxy USDP to give up their positions in the government. |
Striking Burmese Workers Still Seeking Change |
By LAWI WENG |
The visas of five striking Burmese workers who were fired last week by the Dechapanich Fishing Net Factory in Khon Kaen, Thailand, were returned on Monday, but other issues remain to be negotiated. |
Opposition Leader Win Tin Hospitalized |
By THE IRRAWADDY |
Doctors expect Win Tin to recover from a lung problem. |
Thai AICHR Rep Calls for 'Open Doors' in Burma |
By SAW YAN NAING |
The Thai representative at Monday's AICHR seminar calls for Burma to open its doors and show transparency at the election. |
INTERVIEWChange Lies in Junta Chief's Death |
By THE IRRAWADDY |
Burmese defector Aung Lynn Htut talks about the recent “purge” in the officer ranks, Sen-Gen Than Shwe and the rise of new, younger leadership. |
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Than Shwe seeks Chinese support for junta elections
Burmese military junta leader Than Shwe's five-day visit to China is designed to cull support for ensuing ...
1,000 Burmese enter sixth day of strike at Thai plant
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