Jun 19, 2008 (DVB), Supporters of detained National League for Democracy leader Daw Aung San Suu Kyi in Burma have been making offerings and holding events to mark her 63rd…
Day: June 19, 2008
FFSS plans work on storm-resistant school
Jun 19, 2008 (DVB), The Free Funeral Service Society is working to develop a school building in a village in Irrawaddy division that can double as an emergency storm shelter…
NLD members beaten and arrested
Jun 19, 2008 (DVB), Activists and National League for Democracy members celebrating the 63rd birthday of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi today were beaten and arrested by pro-government militias. An…
New ASEAN emerges after Burma cyclone, says Surin
Jun 19, 2008 (AFP)‚ ASEAN’s response to Burma’s devastating cyclone showed the bloc is ready to shoulder its responsibilities, the head of the Southeast Asian group said on Wednesday. Cyclone…
WHO says Burma's health system improving
Jun 19, 2008 (AFP)‚ The World Health Organisation said on Tuesday that the health system in cyclone-battered Burma was "back on its feet," but warned that disease risks still remained.…