May 28, 2025 07:05 pm
"Trump = Traitor": Protesters at Harvard Support International Students
Hundreds of Harvard students rallied on campus Tuesday to protest the Trump administration's decision to block international students from enrolling—just four days after the university's Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification was revoked. In a move seen as pressuring the prestigious institution into accepting unprecedented oversight, the administration also announced plans to cancel all […] |
Also this week, the cash-strapped regime began flogging seized goods, while its boss turned to black magic ahead of a rigged election.
Myanmar junta boss Min Aung Hlaing held a second event to raise cash for earthquake reconstruction work in Naypyitaw.
The Arakan Army is advancing on the Rakhine State port, which has great strategic importance to China. 
Thailand's Northern Gulf Petroleum does not share the qualms of major energy companies worldwide, which have withdrawn from Myanmar rather than put money in the junta's pockets.
The powerful KNU and allies are advancing with coordinated attacks aimed at clearing regime troops from three states and one region on Myanmar's southeastern border.
The mosque was commissioned in 1902 by a colonial policeman, who donated the land next door for a police station 10 years later—but now the police want the whole plot.
Corruption and technical deficiencies in China's defense sector expose those who rely on its hardware to unforeseen consequences—operational, strategic and financial.
Dhaka is recalling its chief envoy in Yangon, Monowar Hossain, as relations with the junta sour over its contact with the Arakan Army. 
Regime deputy, Soe Win, has ordered the authorities to sell off seized vehicles and goods to reduce the budget deficit.
At its latest summit, the regional bloc offered more empty rhetoric and continued to push its useless Five Point Conesus, which the junta has ignored for over four years.
One month on from the northern Shan capital's handover, Beijing's promised ceasefire monitoring office is nowhere to be seen – raising questions about its trust in the junta.
At least two civilians were injured as clashes erupted between the Kachin Independence Army and junta troops trying to secure the jade mining hub of Hpakant.
Once a key Trump ally, Musk criticized the administration's spending bill and said his Department of Government Efficiency had become a 'whipping boy'.
Not content with a coup and rigged poll, Min Aung Hlaing has doubled down on astrological rituals to fulfil his long-held ambition.
The Karen National Liberation Army says that it defeated around 72 regime troops trying to reinforce a base on the border with Thailand in Karen State.
Elon Musk's SpaceX faced another setback as its ninth Starship test flight spiraled out of control before re-entry. The rocket flew farther than previous attempts but lost contact during descent. The last two test missions also ended in explosive failure. SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has long dreamed that Starship will fulfill his goal of transporting […]
Hundreds of Harvard students rallied on campus Tuesday to protest the Trump administration's decision to block international students from enrolling—just four days after the university's Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification was revoked. In a move seen as pressuring the prestigious institution into accepting unprecedented oversight, the administration also announced plans to cancel all […]
Survivors of the March 28 disaster forced back to damaged homes as regime closes shelters. 
Residents in affected areas say the junta is prioritizing Naypyitaw recovery efforts, meaning they cannot rebuild their homes. 
The regime is trying to advance towards the Indian border in Chin State in an apparent attempt to recover territory ahead of its planned elections.
A car ploughed into fans celebrating their team Liverpool winning the Premier League title—injuring over 60 people including children.
Despite new statements and recycled pledges, ASEAN's latest mediation effort does nothing to curb Myanmar's junta or stop its war on civilians.
The UWSA denied involvement in the drug trade after the former Thai prime minister singled the group out and said Bangkok may have to take unilateral action.
This week's Irrawaddy editorial discussion asks if Myanmar's people will ever stop hating the regime.