ALL the people, especially sports fans are excitingly waiting for watching competitions in the coming SEA Games in which the Myanmar sports contingent will take part to show the brilliant skills of Myanmar athletes in relevant sports events.

THE omicron is a variant of SARS CoV-2 virus which is the virus that causes COVID-19. The omicron variant has a large number of mutations in the spike protein of the virus, which is part of the virus that allows it to enter human cells.

NEW variants of the Covid-19 pandemic warn the global people to take care of their health condition and not to remove practices of following the health guidelines so as to prevent infection of the pandemic in the atmosphere.

A SEVERELY hot summer can be a challenging and uncomfortable experience for many people. With temperatures soaring to unprecedented levels, it can lead to health risks and other problems. However, there are ways to cope with a hot summer and protect oneself from its adverse effects. One of the most important things to do during a hot summer is to stay hydrated. Drinking plenty of water throughout the day can help prevent dehydration, which can cause symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, and fatigue. It is also essential to avoid drinks that can dehydrate the body, such as alcohol and caffeinated beverages.

S UMMER in Myanmar is a very hot and dry season. During the three-month period of summer in Myanmar, the period from the third week of April to the second week of May is the very hottest. Hence, people should take shelter and follow the instructions issued by the Ministry of Health.

EVERYBODY who has grown up has to seek jobs for earning income not only for themselves but for their families to fulfil their daily needs. Hence, people as well as citizens from global countries including Myanmar seek jobs in their mother lands and abroad.

THE plastic product which is essential utensils for society becomes an environmental problem at present due to plastic pollution throughout the world. It is because plastic products cannot be easily decayed similar to paper and leave a bit to exist for many years.

I LLEGALLY imported commodities are many hindrances to products of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises at home in the market competition. If it cannot inspect and take action against the commodities imported without payment of customs duties, MSME businesses are difficult in having to progress.

OPERATION of manufacturing at home in full swing is crucial to develop the State economy. Only when manufacturing process boosts at home will it supply food to the people for ensuring the local food security. On the other hand, boosting production at home can reduce import volume while increasing export volume. The acceleration of manufacturing industries can generate jobs for local people, benefiting those along the production chains.