ALTHOUGH severe flash floods and heavy rains have impacted many parts of the country, it is time for everyone to make utmost efforts to restore normalcy through rehabilitation and reconstruction for the loss and damage to people’s property.

A CCORDING to the World Health Organization, every individual is entitled to quality healthcare. It is the responsibility of governments to lead and manage healthcare systems, ensuring public access to medical services that meet established standards. Whether in developed or developing nations, governments must take the initiative to implement healthcare policies that are tailored to the specific needs of their country and region.

A CCORDING to the chronicles, Bagan was founded in AD 107. Anawrahta, the first unifier of Myanmar, established “Theravada, Buddhism” with the help of Buddhist Missionary “Shin Arahan”.

An Outline of the Tertiary Geology of Burma This article is the continuation of the previous Episode 43, entitled “An Outline of the Tertiary Geology of Burma”, contributed by Prof L Dudley Stamp in 1922.

TRAFFIC rules are essential for the safety of both road users and non-road users. Everyone, from vehicle operators to pedestrians and those living near roads, must fully understand and follow traffic regulations.

NOT only state-owned media outlets but also private media ones report that flash flooding has caused damage to lives and property in various parts of the nation, accompanied by documentary photos of families suffering from the impacts of heavy rains and floods.

THE ozone layer is located in the Earth’s stratosphere, starting at an altitude of 15-50 kilometres and spanning a thickness of about 56 kilometres. It absorbs harmful ultraviolet-B and C rays from the sun, protecting animals on Earth and reducing the risk of skin cancer, cataracts, and other health problems in humans. Additionally, the ozone layer helps safeguard ecosystems, regulates climate, and minimizes damage to plastic, wood, and rubber products.

MYANMAR society firmly opposes the exploitation of human life, viewing human trafficking as a grave offence. Recognizing the severity of this issue, the government, in collaboration with non-governmental organizations (NGOs), has made it a national priority to eradicate human trafficking. These efforts also encourage all citizens to actively participate in combatting traffickers to ensure the safety of society.

International Literacy Day, observed on 8 September each year, stands as a global reminder of the transformative power of literacy established by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in around 1966. This day is not only a celebration of the achievements in literacy worldwide but also a call to action for addressing ongoing challenges. The significance of International Literacy Day, its history, the progress made in global literacy, and the continued efforts needed to overcome barriers to education. “Literacy is not just about educating; it is a unique and powerful tool to eradicate poverty and a strong means for social and human progress.”

AS human beings, we are not items or goods to be bought or sold. People have the ability to do what they can, what they must, and what they want. The world is full of different people with different minds. Some are compassionate and caring, while others are cruel and selfish. The humane people help the helpless and share in others’ feelings, making the world a better place. In contrast, inhumane people commit evil acts, including treating human beings as objects to be traded, even though they themselves are also human. They do not care if it is right or wrong; they only care about making money by selling other people as if they were goods.