The bullock cart is the most suitable type of vehicle for Myanmar’s traditional donation ceremony, especially the novitiate ceremony. The bullock was formerly called Hleyinkyawt (decorated cart) and Shwehle (golden cart). More than 70 per cent of the over 50 million people in Myanmar rely on agriculture for their livelihood.

AMID the ongoing crisis in West Asia, which has resulted in a surge in tensions in the region, Hezbollah appears to be planning to hit Haifa, Israel’s third biggest city, which is incidentally the main city in the country’s north neighbouring Lebanon, according to Head of the Emergency Preparedness Department in the port city While speaking to ANI in an exclusive interview, the official Leonid Reznik stated that the purpose of the emergency preparedness department is to monitor the city, for which a few hundred CCTV cameras have also been installed across the city

THE National Cancer Treatment Centre in Dagon Myothit (Seikkan) Township, Yangon Region, will soon be able to treat up to 200 patients per day following the installation of two new radiotherapy machines, according to the Ministry of Health.

In addition to these new radiotherapy machines, a CT Simulator is also being installed to assist in the treatment process. Once the installation is complete, hands-on treatment is expected to commence by the third week of October.

“We are preparing to treat

HEALTH authorities in Australia’s most populous state have urged people at risk of contracting Mpox to get vaccinated amid a spike in cases.

New South Wales (NSW) Health on Thursday reported that there have been 433 confirmed cases of Mpox in the state since 1 June, the largest outbreak in NSW since its first case of the infectious disease was confirmed in May 2022.

IN August 2024, Ngwetaung Beach in Ngaputaw Township, Ayeyawady Region, saw 13,555 domestic visitors, according to Daw Ni Ni Mar, an executivefrom the Myanmar Tourism Entrepreneurs Association (Ngwetaung Beach). Ngwetaung Beach is a year-round destination for domestic travellers, particularly from the Yangon and Nay Pyi Taw regions, due to its proximity to the Myat Mawtinsun Pagoda.

LIONEL Messi grabbed the equalizer as a misfiring Inter Miami were held to a 1-1 draw at home against Charlotte FC in Major League Soccer on Saturday.

Elsewhere, the Seattle Sounders, Houston Dynamo, New York Red Bulls, New York City, LAFC and Orlando City all secured their places in the playoffs.

Despite the setback of a third straight draw, Miami — already assured of a place in the playoffs — remain top of the Eastern Conference and the Supporters Shield regular season standings.

THE Tokyo government has launched a new dating app for smartphones that uses artificial intelligence to match people who are serious about marriage based on their values.

Tokyo Enmusubi, meaning Tokyo matchmaking, is available for people over 18 who live in or commute to the Japanese capital. Users undergo an online interview upon registration, and they must also submit photo identification and documents proving their income and that they are legally single to ensure security on the platform.

RUSSIA has the initiative on the battlefield when it comes to the conflict with Ukraine, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic told US media on Monday.

“The Russians have the initiative on the battlefield,” Vucic said, when asked about Ukraine’s prospects in the conflict.

Earlier this month, the Ukrainian military admitted that they were outnumbered by Russian troops and outgunned as well.

FRENCH Prime Minister Michel Barnier delivered a comprehensive one-and-a-half-hour speech Tuesday in the National Assembly, detailing his government’s key priorities including public deficit reduction, immigration reform, and retirement policies.

Barnier set ambitious target for France’s public deficit, aiming to bring it down to five per cent of its gross domestic product (GDP) in 2025 from this year’s six per cent, and further down to three per cent in 2029.