Thousands of Myanmar citizens flee after rebels and military clash

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4 years ago

September 23, 2021

Tense scenes continue to unfold in Myanmar, as civilians and rebel gangs take on the military

Fighting that occurred in the small town of Thantlang in Chin State has forced thousands of residents to flee, after buildings were set ablaze amid the fighting.

Reports suggest that fighting between militia forces opposed to military rule and the army ignited tensions in the town.

Approximately 10,000 people normally live in Thantlang however local media reports state that most had left to seek shelter in surrounding areas including some in India.

Myanmar has been in turmoil since a government led by pro-democracy veteran Aung San Suu Kyi was toppled on February 1.

Various villages in Yinmarpin District, Sagaing, joined hands to stage an anti-military junta rally today (Sep 22).

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— Myanmar Now (@Myanmar_Now_Eng) September 22, 2021

The rule of military power continues to spark nationwide anger, strikes, protests, and the emergence of anti-junta militia

In a seperate incident, during fighting between militia forces and the army last weekend, about 20 homes were set ablaze, with photographs on social media showing buildings engulfed in flames.

According to local media, soldiers shot dead a Christian pastor who tried to extinguish a blaze, although state-run media disputed those claims.

The Global New Light of Myanmar said the death of the pastor was being investigated and that soldiers had been ambushed by about 100 “terrorists” and both sides exchanged fire.

Israel and Hamas agree to landmark hostage deal

Israel and Hamas agree to release hostages in U.S.-brokered deal, marking a potential turning point in Gaza conflict.

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21 hours ago

October 10, 2025

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Israel and Hamas agree to release hostages in U.S.-brokered deal, marking a potential turning point in Gaza conflict.

In a major diplomatic breakthrough, Israel and Hamas have agreed to release all remaining Israeli hostages under a U.S.-brokered framework. The deal pairs prisoner exchanges with an Israeli troop pullback and expanded aid access, marking a potential turning point in the two-year Gaza conflict.

The agreement, set for approval by Israel’s cabinet, could pave the way for lasting peace if both sides uphold the terms. It follows weeks of negotiations led by U.S. envoys and regional mediators in Egypt, Qatar, and Türkiye.

As international agencies prepare to facilitate aid and logistics, the world watches to see whether this fragile deal can hold and bring relief to millions affected by the war.

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Google leads Australia media tax rankings

Google leads in Australian media tax payments, unlike Netflix and others, igniting discussions on fairness and corporate responsibility.

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2 days ago

October 9, 2025

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Google leads in Australian media tax payments, unlike Netflix and others, igniting discussions on fairness and corporate responsibility.

Google is currently on the of top of Australian media tax payments, while Netflix, Dentsu, and Singtel pay nothing, sparking a fresh debate over fairness and corporate responsibility in the industry.

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