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Myanmar: Earthquake rescues continue as junta refuses truce

The number of fatalities following a major earthquake is expected to surpass 3,000. At the same time, rescue workers were able to save a man from the rubble five days after the quake.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 7 minutes ago

Myanmar junta rejects ceasefire proposals, earthquake deaths pass 2,800

Junta says troops fired warning shots when a Chinese aid convoy failed to heed instruction to stop

Irish Times - Top Stories - 42 minutes ago

Man rescued from rubble in Myanmar's capital but hope fading of finding more earthquake survivors

Rescue crews in Myanmar pulled a 26-year-old man out alive from the rubble of a capital city hotel after nearly 108 hours, but most teams were finding only bodies five

Lancaster Online - Top Stories - 46 minutes ago

Live - . Myanmar military fires on convoy bringing aid to earthquake-hit regions - , Myanmar military fires on convoy bringing aid to earthquake-hit regions

Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing has also rejected calls for a ceasefire to facilitate the delivery of desperately-needed relief supplies.

BBC News - Science - 47 minutes ago

The man mourning 170 loved ones lost in Myanmar's earthquake -- Scores of Muslims died in Sagaing when their mosques collapsed during Friday prayers at the end of Ramadan.

Scores of Muslims died in Sagaing when their mosques collapsed during Friday prayers at the end of Ramadan.

BBC News - World - 3 hours ago

Hopes begin to fade for survivors in Myanmar quake as toll exceeds 2,700

BANGKOK — Rescue workers saved a 63-year-old woman from the rubble of a building in Myanmar's capital on Tuesday, but hope was fading of finding many more survivors of the violent earthquake that killed more than 2,700 people, compounding a humanitarian crisis caused by a civil war.

Manila Times - World - 5 hours ago

Myanmar images reveal scale of quake destruction as death toll climbs to more than 2,700

Hopes are fading for people trapped beneath rubble in Myanmar and Thailand with the passing of a crucial 72-hour rescue window after which survival rates fall sharply.

NBC News - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Athitaya posed for a photo at her new job. Five hours later, the earthquake hit

Athitaya and her workmates were at a Bangkok tower when their leader snapped this photo. Then an earthquake struck.

Sydney Morning Herald - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

The man mourning 170 loved ones lost in Myanmar's earthquake -- , -- The man mourning 170 loved ones lost in Myanmar's earthquake

Scores of Muslims died in Sagaing when their mosques collapsed during Friday prayers at the end of Ramadan.

BBC News - Science - 7 hours ago

Survivors still being found from Myanmar earthquake but hopes fade as death toll passes 2,700 -- Yesterday

The fire department in Naypyitaw said the woman was successfully pulled from the rubble 91 hours after being buried when the building collapsed in the 7.7 magnitude earthquake that hit midday Friday

The Globe and Mail - World - 8 hours ago

UN warns window to find Myanmar quake survivors closing, death toll climbs towards 3,000

BANGKOK: Aid groups in the worst-hit areas of Myanmar said there was an urgent need for shelter, food and water after an earthquake that killed more than 2,700 people, but said the country's civil war could preven

Channel NewsAsia - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Girls film themselves trapped under building in Myanmar earthquake

Young girls trapped with their grandmother under the rubble of a collapsed building in the Myanmar earthquake filmed their desperate plea for help. The children, who were trapped under the wreckage of their Mandalay apartment building filmed the harrowing scenes as they awaited rescue following the earthquake, which struck on 28 March. “We are stuck here. Please, help us. I beg you please, pull us out,” the girl dressed in yellow can be heard saying in Burmese.

Independent UK - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

'People are sleeping outside in Myanmar'

Dr Kyi Minn, the National Director of the World Vision Myanmar, has told Sky’s Yalda Hakim that people are ‘sleeping outside’ after the earthquake as they fear buildings could collapse.

Sky News - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

The conviction of Maine Le Pen is a political earthquake for France

The suggestion that Le Pen and her 24 convicted co-defendants are being singled out for unduly harsh treatment does not wash

Irish Times - Opinion - 13 hours ago

Window to find Myanmar earthquake survivors is closing, UN warns

Aid groups describe scenes of desperation as death toll continues to climb

Irish Times - World - 14 hours ago

Earthquake compounds Myanmar's humanitarian crisis as the death toll exceeds 2,700

Footage captured in Sagaing, Myanmar showed buildings and other infrastructure severely damaged after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake rocked the country Friday. The head of Myanmar’s military government said that 2,719 people have now been found dead, with 4,521 others injured and 441 missing.

The Globe and Mail - World - 14 hours ago

Reporter's Notebook: Aftershock from a political 'earthquake' as Le Pen barred from presidential run in 2027

Le Pen called her ban from running a "nuclear bomb" by the system, after a court convicted her of embezzlement and blocked her from office for five years.

Fox News - Top Stories - 14 hours ago

Political earthquake hits France

Fox News senior foreign affairs correspondent Greg Palkot reports on the sentencing of leading French politician Marine Le Pen

Fox News - World - 15 hours ago

Myanmar earthquake: UN cautions rescue window closing as death toll near 3,000

Aid groups in Myanmar on Tuesday described scenes of devastation and desperation after an earthquake that killed more than 2,700 people, stressing an urgent need for food, water and shelter and...

International The News - World - 15 hours ago

Myanmar death toll continues to rise following earthquake

With the death toll now over 2,700 people, hopes of finding more survivors are starting to dwindle. Deaths are expected to rise significantly as the true scale of the disaster emerges.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

Rescue workers save woman trapped under rubble for 91 hours in Myanmar as earthquake death toll hits 2,700

Rescue workers saved a 63-year-old woman from the rubble of a building in Myanmar's capital on Tuesday, but hope was fading of finding many more survivors of the violent earthquake that killed more...

New York Post - World - 17 hours ago

Survivors from Myanmar earthquake still being found, but hopes begin to fade as deaths exceed 2,700

The fire department in Naypyidaw said a woman was pulled from the rubble 91 hours after being buried when a building collapsed. But more than 2,700 others have died.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 17 hours ago

Myanmar reporta más de 2.700 muertos en sismo mientras se pierde esperanza de hallar sobrevivientes

BANGKOK (AP) — Los equipos de rescate salvaron el martes a una mujer de 63 años de entre los escombros de un edificio en la capital de Myanmar, pero la esperanza de encontrar muchos más sobrevivientes del violento terremoto que mató a más de 2.700 personas se desvanecía, agravando una crisis humanit

AP News - Weird - 18 hours ago

Survivors Still Being Found After Myanmar Earthquake, Deaths Exceed 2,700

The World Health Organization said that more than 10,000 buildings overall are known to have collapsed or been severely damaged in central and northwest Myanmar.

Huffington Post - World - 18 hours ago

Devastating Myanmar earthquake seen as omen of military regime's demise

Many view the earthquake as a sign that Myanmar’s military regime and its chief Min Aung Hlaing are nearing an end.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

Pakistan sends 35 tonnes of relief supplies to quake-hit Myanmar

On the directives of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, a relief consignment containing 35 tonnes was dispatched by the government to quake-hit Myanmar on Tuesday.Minister for Parliamentary Affairs...

International The News - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

Hopes fade for Myanmar quake survivors as deaths cross 2,700

Rescue workers pulled a 63-year-old woman from the rubble in Myanmar's capital Tuesday, but hopes of finding more survivors were fading as the death...

Daily Sabah - World - 20 hours ago

Myanmar's civil war could block help from reaching earthquake survivors, aid groups say

Aid groups in the worst-hit areas of Myanmar said there was an urgent need for shelter, food and water after an earthquake that killed more than 2,700 people, but said the country's civil war could prevent help reaching those in need.

CBC News - World - 21 hours ago

Myanmar official says earthquake death toll likely to exceed 3,000 -- Remarkable rescue stories from Myanmar's earthquake ruins are keeping hope alive, but aid agencies say time is running out fast, and the need for help is vast.

Remarkable rescue stories from Myanmar's earthquake ruins are keeping hope alive, but aid agencies say time is running out fast, and the need for help is vast.

CBS News - World - 21 hours ago

Myanmar holds minute of silence for more than 2,700 quake dead

Myanmar held a minute's silence on Tuesday in tribute to victims of a catastrophic earthquake that has killed more than 2,700 people, buckling roads and flattening buildings as far away as...

International The News - World - 21 hours ago

A woman is rescued from rubble in Myanmar but hope is fading for more quake survivors

Rescue workers have saved a 63-year-old woman from earthquake rubble in Myanmar’s capital, but hope is fading of finding many more survivors. The earthquake that rocked the country Friday is …

Bay to Bay News - World - 1 day ago

How the junta's repressive policies are hampering earthquake rescue efforts in Myanmar

"A generation already scarred by war is now buried in rubble. Without help, many more will be lost — not just to the earthquake, but to the silence that follows."

Global Voices - Politics - 1 day ago

How Myanmar quake left some areas almost completely destroyed

Satellite images and maps expose scale of destruction in Myanmar after the earthquake that killed over 2,000 people and has all but flattened towns like Min Kun in the centre of the country.

Sky News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Earthquake compounds Myanmar's humanitarian crisis as death toll passes 2,000

Aid groups say last week's massive earthquake in Myanmar could exacerbate hunger and disease outbreaks.

Los Angeles Times - World - 1 day ago

About 150 reported dead as major earthquake jolts Myanmar, Thailand -- -

A powerful earthquake killed more than 140 people in Myanmar on Friday, authorities said, toppling buildings and wrecking infrastructure across a wide area, including a skyscraper under construction in neighboring Thailand.

CBC News - Technology - 1 day ago

Myanmar, Thailand rescuers race to find more survivors days after deadly earthquake -- -

Rescuers freed four people from collapsed buildings in Myanmar on Monday, Chinese media reported, offering some hope three days after a massive earthquake killed over 2,000 as searchers raced to find more survivors in Myanmar and Thailand.

CBC News - Technology - 1 day ago

Over 1,700 Dead in Devastating Southeast Asia Earthquake

The official death toll from Friday’s magnitude 7.7 earthquake in Myanmar passed 1,700, but total casualties are probably much higher.

Breitbart - World - 1 day ago

Family trapped after earthquake

Three are eventually pulled from collapsed building safely following devastating earthquake in Myanmar.

Sky News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

As Trump guts foreign aid, China and others lead Myanmar earthquake response

A U.S. team has yet to arrive in Myanmar after last week’s 7.7-magnitude earthquake, while China has already rescued six people and committed $14 million in humanitarian aid.

NBC News - World - 1 day ago

Woman rescued after days under rubble following Myanmar quake

ALBAWABA - Rescue works continue in Myanmar following the devastating earthquake that struck the country on Friday. Recently a woman was pulled alive fr

Albawaba - World - 2 days ago

Rescuers free woman from Myanmar earthquake debris after 60 hours

Three days after a devastating earthquake that killed around 2,000 people, authorities in Myanmar and Thailand on Monday said that rescuers had recovered a woman from the debris of a hotel in...

International The News - World - 2 days ago

Thailand Orders Probe Into China-Linked Building That Collapsed in Earthquake

The building was a $63 million joint venture between a leading Thai construction company and a subsidiary of the China Railway Engineering Corp.

Epoch Times - Business - 2 days ago

China and Russia already have boots on the ground in Myanmar. The US is nowhere to be seen

While China, Russia and other nations have rushed emergency response teams to the devastated country, the United States has sent nothing.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 2 days ago

Satellite Images Show Before and After Myanmar Earthquake Devastation

Thousands have died and thousands more may remain under the rubble across Myanmar and Thailand after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck on Friday.

Newsweek - Technology - 2 days ago

Tonga hit by major 7.1 quake just days after deadly Myanmar disaster

The US Geological Survey said the quake hit about 100 kilometres (62 miles) northeast of the main island

Evening Standard - World - 2 days ago

Myanmar earthquake death toll passes 1,600 as rescue efforts continue

At least 1,644 people have so far been reported dead and over 3,400 missing

Evening Standard - World - 3 days ago

Myanmar earthquake death toll rises to more than 1,600

More than 1,000 people have now been confirmed dead, with another 2,376 injured and 30 still missing

Evening Standard - World - 3 days ago

Massive 7.7 magnitude earthquake rocks Thailand, Burma, collapsing buildings and killing more than 1,000

A massive 7.7 magnitude earthquake has caused buildings to collapse in Thailand and Burma, leaving more than 1,000 dead across both countries.

Fox News - World - 3 days ago

Water splashes out of Thailand high-rise pool during powerful earthquake

The deadly earthquake and aftershock that rattled the Thai capital shook water from swimming pools across the city.

AP News - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Over 1,000 deaths in Myanmar as dozens missing in Bangkok

Military accused of ‘taking advantage’ of biggest earthquake in a century to weaken rebel forces

Independent UK - World - 4 days ago

Myanmar earthquake: What we know -- , -- Myanmar earthquake: What we know

Widespread destruction has been caused by a huge earthquake hitting central Myanmar.

BBC News - Science - 4 days ago

Bangkok was caught off guard by earthquake - now there are fears over what comes next

Many will no doubt continue to press the government on why there was no emergency alert system, no texts, nothing. Not for hours after, at least.

Sky News - World - 4 days ago

The Videos From the Myanmar Earthquakes Are Horrifying. This One Haunted Me Most of All. -- Henry Grabar

They expose the fissures in society, between those who have a well-built home, an insurance policy, or somewhere else to go—and those who do not.

Slate - Business - 4 days ago

Natural Disasters -- Why Was the Earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand So Devastating?

A magnitude 7.7 earthquake in Myanmar caused widespread shaking and likely considerable damage because of a lack of buildings built to withstand temblors

Scientific American - Environment - 4 days ago

More than 150 Dead After 7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Myanmar

At least 150 people have died after an earthquake in southeast Asia. Reports say the 7.7 magnitude quake struck Myanmar. It was followed by an aftershock that registered 6.4 magnitude.

Inside Edition - US News - 4 days ago

What to know about earthquakes like the one that hit Myanmar

A major 7.7 magnitude earthquake that originated near Mandalay, Myanmar shook the Earth as far as Bangkok. Two hard-hit cities in Myanmar suffered extensive damage.

AP News - Science - 4 days ago

Magnitude 7.7 earthquake in Myanmar; tremors felt in Thailand: All we know

Myanmar’s military government has imposed a state of emergency after tremors caused deaths and destroyed buildings.

Aljazeera - Environment - 4 days ago

Deadly earthquakes hits Thailand and Myanmar: What we know

Buildings have collapsed and Bangkok declared ‘disaster area’, as rescuers race to find survivors with tens of thousands feared dead

Evening Standard - World - 4 days ago

In Myanmar, women are leading the fight for justice and democracy -- Aye Lei Tun

Women in Myanmar are now fighting a battle on two fronts. Here’s how Canada can help

The Globe and Mail - Opinion - 4 days ago

7.7 magnitude quake rattles Myanmar, Bangkok, forcing evacuations

A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar on Friday, sending shockwaves through neighboring countries, including Thailand, where buildings...

Daily Sabah - Top Stories - 5 days ago

Commentary: ASEAN is losing patience on Myanmar. Can Malaysia push for a new approach?

As Myanmar’s conflict dynamics change, ASEAN’s response faces new urgency. Malaysia’s chairmanship in 2025 could define the bloc’s next steps, says Myanmar researcher Moe Thuzar.

Channel NewsAsia - Opinion - 9 days ago

Refugee hospitals on the Thai-Myanmar border affected by US aid freeze

Hundreds of refugees have been impacted after US funding was abruptly cut to refugee camps on the Thai-Myanmar border.

Global Voices - Health - 1 month ago