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Aerosmith drops Indonesia show over security fears

JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Aerosmith canceled a show in Indonesia after authorities there said they had foiled a bomb plot targeting the Myanmar Embassy. Concert promoter Ismaya Live cited safety concerns as the reason for […]

2013/05/05

Aung San Suu Kyi, opposition leader of Myanmar

Sweaters knit by Myanmar’s Suu Kyi sell for $123K

YANGON, Myanmar (AP) — Myanmar’s cash-strapped opposition party is tapping into the prestige of its leader: Two sweaters hand-knit by Aung San Suu Kyi have been auctioned for $123,000.

2012/12/29

Jason Mraz to make historic appearance in Myanmar

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) – Jason Mraz will make history next month when he performs in Myanmar to raise awareness about human trafficking. Mraz will headline a free outdoor concert on Dec. 16 at People’s Square […]

2012/11/16

US waives Myanmar import ban before Obama's trip

WASHINGTON (AP) – The United States on Friday suspended its ban on imports from Myanmar before President Barack Obama’s landmark visit to the country to reward its democratic reforms. The State Department said it was […]

2012/11/16

Fiscal talks under way, Obama heads to SE Asia

WASHINGTON (AP) – President Barack Obama is about to head off to Southeast Asia to showcase a foreign policy achievement in Myanmar and reinforce the U.S. role as a counterweight to China. The four-day trip […]

2012/11/16

Red Cross says death toll in Myanmar quake hits 26

YANGON, Myanmar (AP) – The Red Cross says the death toll has risen to 26 from an earthquake that damaged homes and ancient Buddhist pagodas in northern Myanmar. The Red Cross said in a statement […]

2012/11/13

Myanmar's Suu Kyi begins landmark US visit

WASHINGTON (AP) – Myanmar democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi has arrived in Washington, where she will be presented Congress’ highest award. It’s the latest milestone in her remarkable journey from political prisoner to globe-trotting […]

2012/09/17

Suu Kyi walks on with U2's 'star-struck' Bono

(AP) – Aung San Suu Kyi and Bono are hanging out. The Myanmar democracy activist has joined forces with the U2 frontman, one of her key backers, as her European tour moves to Ireland. The […]

2012/06/18

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