The Climate of Persecution For decades, Myanmar’s Muslim communities — including the Rohingyas — have endured a systematic and calculated…
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Burmese Poem: မဗေဒါ-ဆရာဇော်ဂျီ Zaw Gyi’s “Hyacinth’s Way – This is My Way” (with English Translation)
Dedicated to Ethnic Minorities and Religious Minorities in Myanmar The water hyacinth (Eichornia crassipes) is known as “Beda” in Myanmar. It…
Maha Bandula and the Forgotten Massacres: A Dialogue Across History ပျောက်ကွယ်သွားသော အဟုန်နိုင်ငံတော်
In Myanmar’s official narratives, Maha Bandula is often glorified as a national hero—a brave warrior who resisted colonial expansion. Streets,…
Iran’s NZ embassy fires back at Trump ‘stone age’ taunt with AI-generated mockery
Iran’s NZ embassy fires back at Trump ‘stone age’ taunt with AI-generated mockery By bnm Gulf bureau April 2, 2026 Iran’s…
Consider to Kick out US Bases from Gulf but the more urgent challenge lies within for the political reforms
Saudi journalist Saeed Al‑Anzi has voiced strong concerns about the presence of American bases in the Gulf, arguing that they…
Who Is Donald Trump? — A Critical Reflection
Who Is Donald Trump? — A Critical Reflection (Adapted and expanded from remarks by U Aung Tin, Canada) Who is…
A Humble Appeal for Wisdom and Restraint
My One-Cent Advice to Iran’s Supreme Leader and IRGC Leadership Dear Esteemed Leaders, With utmost respect, I wish to offer…
Markets Brace for Another TACO Tuesday served by Chef ‘Flip-Flop Trump’
MMNN Breaking Satire Wall Street traders are once again reaching for their bibs as President Trump serves up his signature…
It would also be a threat to the world if America and Israel were in the position of Iran and the Houthis — controlling the Strait of Hormuz, the Red Sea, and the undersea internet cables
“Other Thoughts” — Alternative POV by Farooq Azam “Don’t assume the current situation would be better or worse if roles…
Divide, Balance, Rule: Min Aung Hlaing’s Power Play
Divide, Balance, Rule: Min Aung Hlaing’s Power PlayHow Min Aung Hlaing engineers rival power centers to secure his dominance. How…