HOUSE OF THE WEEK
A Golden Valley white out
UNBEKNOWST to Myanmar’s diligent meteorological department, an extremely localised snowstorm has carpeted the interior of this two-storey Golden Valley house. more
New CDMA phones on sale in Mandalay
PREPAID cards for CDMA 800MHz phones have been on sale in Mandalay from January 6, said a spokesperson for the sole company distributing the cards. (Volume 26, No. 506)
Website promotes events, activities in Yangon
WANT to know what’s happening in Yangon? A newly launched website – www.eventsinyangon.com – could have all the information you’re looking for. (Volume 26, No. 506)
Opening date set for 300-room downtown hotel
AFTER 15 years and almost US$100 million of foreign investment, one of the country’s largest hotel construction projects is nearing completion..
UN praises Myanmar govt for anti-human trafficking efforts
MYANMAR and its Southeast Asian neighbours are at the forefront of efforts to combat illegal trafficking in people, an international gathering in Bagan heard this week
Govt guarantees security of workers in Jordan
THE Myanmar government has stepped in to help ensure the security of Myanmar women workers in Jordan after a factory-floor fight that left several of them injured.
Industry groups work to strengthen sugar trade
MYANMAR’S sugar industry must become more competitive if it is to survive once sugar imports are allowed in 2015, industry groups say.
Japanese delegation visits Myanmar to consider investment
FIFTY representatives recently visited Myanmar to assess the nation’s investment potential, and could one day inject some sorely needed foreign direct investment (FDI) into its manufacturing industry.
Diesel price continues to climb
SUPPLY shortages have pushed up the price of diesel by 10 percent compared to last month, local dealers and consumers say.
Myanmar photographer awarded prize
WINNERS of the Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) Interfaith Cultural Photography Contest were announced earlier this month, with Myanmar photographer La Minn Naing picking up a complimentary prize.
Exhibition covers past through covers
THE Myanmar Traditional Artists and Artisans Organisation recently held an exhibition of magazine front covers that featured in Shumawa magazine. The monthly magazine was founded in 1946 by Shumawa U Kyaw and turned out its first issue in June 1947.
- Uranium dance school offers scholarships
- Street rice snacks a sticky lure for customers
- Hair donations help communities repair road
Yadanarbon retains MNL title
YADANARBON FC edged out Delta United FC and Kanbawza FC to win the Myanmar National League title last week, despite losing to Yangon United 2-0 in their final match on January 17.
Yangon United signs four new foreign players
YANGON United FC has signed four new foreign players in preparation for the next Myanmar National League (MNL) season in March, club officials announced last week.
MNL players return to ministerial positions
THIRTY-TWO players from the Myanmar National League (MNL), including some of the league’s top stars, have chosen to resign from their clubs and return to their jobs in government ministries at the end of the current domestic season.
Eclipse-watching in Rakhine State
YOU don’t need an excuse to visit Mrauk U in Rakhine State – it has nearly all of Bagan’s charm, in a user-friendly environment, with just a fraction of the tourists.
Tourism directory released
NEW photos, sections and destinations have all been added to the 2009-10 edition of the Myanmar Hotels and Tourism Directory, released late last month.