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Featured Articles
A Burmese Version of the Niti Kyan, a Code of Ethincs in Pali. By E. Fowle
(Saturday, March 18, 2006)
Niti Kyan, signifying "a sacred writing is a short code of ethics compiled from selections from various authors, and is one of several that has been translated from the Burmese language, which are themselves translations from the Pali. Full
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Myanmar - The World's Bird Flu Black Hole?
(Wednesday, December 21, 2005)
BANGKOK - With big chunks of its territory in rebel hands and a military government shrouded in riddles, mystery and enigma, Myanmar presents the global fight against bird flu with a unique set of problems. Full
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Myanmar Moral Cuture Based on Buddhism
(Tuesday, April 12, 2005)
Every country or every race has its own moral culture which is the characteristic of that country or that race. As for Burma, it has its own culture which is based on Buddhism. This article is concerned with Buddhist moral manners, namely: courtesy (Polite manners), gentleness in speech (Verbal politeness) and good thought (Mental politeness). Full
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Lotus in the Burmese Buddhist Culture
(Thursday, April 17, 2003)
THE ECCLESIATICAL INSIGNIA of the State Sangha Mahanayaka Office bears an emblem of lotus flowers symbolizing purity, longevity and prosperity of the Buddhist religion. The significance of Lotus flower in Buddhist Culture is quite remarkable and it needs a thorough intensive study to reveal the hidden meaning of this symbolism. The natural characteristics of Lotus flower reflect upon the interpretation of the similes and metaphorical statements in the Buddhist teachings. Full
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Broadway in Burma
(Friday, August 30, 2002)
The chaos in the aftermath of the American presidential elections was a godsend for stand-up comedians. Everything and everybody was made fun of. But in Burma it doesn't quite work that way. For the past few decades Myanmar, as the country is now officially called, has been ruled by a military junta that is reminiscent of George Orwell's 1984. Politicians never need to explain themselves, but comedians certainly do, especially when their jokes go too far.
The Moustache Brothers perform their show every evening on the Broadway of Mandalay, Burma's second largest city. ‘ Political satire' the leaflet says. A-Nyeint, as stand-up comedy is called in Burma, is a mix of traditional dance, music, opera and comedy sketches. Full
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Letters from Burma
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Bogyoke Aung San: Burma's National Hero
(Friday, May 24, 2002)
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The Contemporary Artists in Myanmar
(Wednesday, May 22, 2002)
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New Blood, New Spirit Along with Thingyan Festival
(Wednesday, May 01, 2002)
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PREDICTIONS, OBSERVATIONS AND THE POWER OF NINE
(Wednesday, March 13, 2002)
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CPJ RELEASES SPECIAL REPORT ON BURMESE JOURNALISM UNDER MILITARY RULE
(Wednesday, February 20, 2002)
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Burmese Proverbs
(Wednesday, January 09, 2002)
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Burma In Fifty Five Years: Important Events of Burma In Past 55 Years
(Friday, November 16, 2001)
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The Myanmar Performing Arts Of Tthe Pyu Period
(Monday, November 12, 2001)
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