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Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Myanmar's capital is having to be redrawn after devastating earthquake
[Source] Myanmar's military rulers have announced plans to redraw the layout of the nation's capital city, Nay Pyi Taw, after last month's catastrophic earthquake caused widespread destruction. The 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck near Mandalay on March 28, followed by a 6.7 magnitude aftershock just 12 minutes later. As of Sunday, the death toll has reached 3,735, with 5,108 injured and 120 people still missing across six affected regions. Local fire brigades and international rescue teams have rescued 653 survivors trapped under collapsed buildings while recovering 762 bodies. The region has frequently experienced significant seismic activity, with six quakes greater than 7.0 magnitude occurring within 250 kilometers of the March 28 epicenter since 1900. The impact was felt as far away as Bangkok, approximately 1,000 kilometers southeast of the epicenter, where infrastructure damage was reported. In Nay Pyi Taw, approximately 70% of government buildings were severely damaged, with most structures still in ruins as repair work has yet to begin. NASA analysis shows the earthquake caused the ground to shift more than three meters in certain areas along the Sagaing Fault, with total displacement exceeding six meters in some locations. The resulting surface rupture extends approximately 550 kilometers from north of Mandalay to south of Nay Pyi Taw, making it 'one of the longest documented strike-slip fault-induced surface ruptures on record.' Trending on NextShark: Several government ministries, including Foreign Affairs and Tourism, have relocated to the former capital Yangon, which is 366 kilometers away. Other departments have moved to open-air 'hotai' structures with steel frames. Meanwhile, the National Museum in Nay Pyi Taw is working desperately to preserve thousands of artifacts, manuscripts and books. Senior General Min Aung Hlaing has attributed building collapses to construction on soft soil and mandated earthquake-resistant designs for reconstruction. Meanwhile, Thailand continues experiencing aftershocks, with 15 quakes recorded across Chiang Mai, Mae Hong Son and along the Myanmar border in a single 24-hour period on Sunday. Seven quakes subsequently struck the region early on Monday, with six centered in Myanmar and one in Pai District of Mae Hong Son. Relief efforts continue as international aid arrives. A 20-day ceasefire was also declared by Myanmar's military council on April 2 to facilitate humanitarian operations. Trending on NextShark: U.S. residents can assist Myanmar earthquake victims by donating to organizations like GlobalGiving and their Myanmar and Thailand Earthquake Relief Fund for emergency shelter and food through vetted partners. Contributions may also be made to the UN Crisis Relief's Myanmar Earthquake Appeal for rapid essentials like water and shelter. This story is part of The Rebel Yellow Newsletter — a bold weekly newsletter from the creators of NextShark, reclaiming our stories and celebrating Asian American voices. Subscribe free to join the movement. If you love what we're building, consider becoming a paid member — your support helps us grow our team, investigate impactful stories, and uplift our community. Trending on NextShark: Subscribe here now! Download the NextShark App: Want to keep up to date on Asian American News? Download the NextShark App today!
Telegraph
04-04-2025
- Politics
- Telegraph
King and Queen give ‘generous' donation to UK's Myanmar earthquake appeal
The King and Queen are among those who have donated to the UK's Disaster Emergency Committee's (DEC) appeal to help people affected by the earthquake in Myanmar. The appeal raised £7.5 million on the first day and donations from the public are still being matched pound for pound by the UK government up to £5 million, as part of its UK Aid Match scheme. Made up of 15 UK aid agencies – including the British Red Cross, Oxfam and Save the Children – the DEC issued an urgent appeal for funds to help the thousands injured and displaced. The DEC said the total includes a 'generous' donation from the King and Queen, who are regular supporters. More than 3,100 people have died so far in Myanmar and more than 4,500 have been injured, according to the leaders of Myanmar's military government. The DEC's latest fundraising announcement comes after television and radio appeals aired on Thursday calling for support. Saleh Saeed, the chief executive of the DEC, said: 'We are extremely grateful to all the people who have already donated to the DEC Myanmar Earthquake Appeal. 'Once again, the UK public have shown their immense generosity and desire to help those impacted by disasters. 'The stories we are now hearing from the survivors who have managed to escape the ruins of flattened buildings are harrowing. 'Children have lost their families. Thousands have suffered life-changing injuries. Countless more have had their homes and possessions destroyed. 'Life-saving aid is already being delivered by member charities using funds donated to the DEC. But we can reach more people, families and children with your donations. If you are able – please help.' The earthquake that hit last Friday has exacerbated an existing humanitarian crisis caused by the country's civil war. The UN said on Friday that the military had launched dozens of strikes over the past week, even after the junta joined its opponents on Wednesday in calling a temporary halt to hostilities for relief to be delivered. 'There have been 16 reports, credible reports, of airstrikes ongoing in different parts of the country, including areas impacted by the earthquakes, since the ceasefire went into effect on April 2,' James Rodehaver, the head of the UN rights office's Myanmar team, said. It said it had received reports of more than 60 attacks in total carried out by the military since the earthquake. Volker Turk, the UN rights chief, called in a statement for the truce to be honoured by allowing humanitarian and rescue workers immediate and unrestricted access to all those in need. 'I urge a halt to all military operations, and for the focus to be on assisting those impacted by the quake, as well as ensuring unhindered access to humanitarian organisations that are ready to support,' he said. 'I hope this terrible tragedy can be a turning point for the country towards an inclusive political solution.' The country's ostracised junta leader Min Aung Hlaing met the prime ministers of India and Thailand at a regional summit called Bimstec in Bangkok on Friday. Shunned by most world leaders since leading a 2021 coup that overthrew an elected government, Gen Hlaing's rare foreign trip exploits a window opened by the earthquake to ramp up diplomacy. On the sidelines of Bimstec, Gen Hlaing had two-way meetings with Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the Thai premier, and Narendra Modi, the Indian prime minister. An Indian foreign ministry spokesman said Mr Modi had called for the truce to be made permanent. 'Political resolution to the conflict is the only way forward, starting with inclusive and credible elections,' Randhir Jaiswal, the spokesman, said.
Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Myanmar appeal raises £7.5 million on day one with donations from King and Queen
The King and Queen are among those who have donated to the UK's Disaster Emergency Committee's (DEC) appeal to help people affected by the earthquake in Myanmar. The appeal raised £7.5 million on the first day and donations from the public are still being matched pound for pound by the UK government up to £5 million, as part of its UK Aid Match scheme. Made up of 15 UK aid agencies – including the British Red Cross, Oxfam and Save the Children – the DEC issued an urgent appeal for funds to help the thousands injured and displaced. The DEC said the current appeal total includes a 'generous' donation from Charles and Camilla, who are regular supporters of DEC appeals. More than 3,100 people have died so far in Myanmar and more than 4,500 have been injured, according to the leaders of Myanmar's military government. The DEC's latest fundraising announcement comes after television and radio appeals aired on Thursday calling for support. The DEC has launched the Myanmar Earthquake Appeal to help those affected by the powerful earthquakes that have caused devastation in Myanmar. Survivors urgently need critical support. Please donate now. — DEC (@decappeal) April 3, 2025 Saleh Saeed, chief executive of the DEC, said: 'We are extremely grateful to all the people who have already donated to the DEC Myanmar Earthquake Appeal. 'Once again, the UK public have shown their immense generosity and desire to help those impacted by disasters. 'The stories we are now hearing from the survivors who have managed to escape the ruins of flattened buildings are harrowing. 'Children have lost their families. Thousands have suffered life-changing injuries. Countless more have had their homes and possessions destroyed. 'Life-saving aid is already being delivered by member charities using funds donated to the DEC. But we can reach more people, families and children with your donations. If you are able – please help.'
Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Guernsey to give £50k to earthquake appeal
Guernsey's government has pledged £50,000 to help relief efforts following the earthquake in Myanmar. The money will be donated to the UK Disasters' Emergency Commitee (DEC) appeal which was launched on Thursday, and aims to help the thousands of people injured and displaced by the quake. Guernsey's Overseas Aid and Development Commission (OA&DC) decided the DEC was in "the best position to coordinate the funding for the provision of humanitarian aid". More than 2,800 people are thought to have died and 4,500 injured in the 7.7 magnitude earthquake, with the death toll expected to rise. The DEC appeal involves 15 UK aid agencies, including the British Red Cross, Oxfam and Save the Children. The OA&DC said the earthquake had left more than 19 million people in need of aid, with limited access to safe shelter, food, clean water and medical care. Deputh Chris Blin, president of the commission, said DEC members were already working in the area. "The commission will also continue to monitor the situation and is involved in ongoing discussions with charities to see if it can further assist in any way, as the position on the ground becomes clearer," he said. Follow BBC Guernsey on X and Facebook. Send your story ideas to UK charities launch Myanmar Earthquake Appeal 'We still have hope': Searching for quake survivors in Mandalay Disasters Emergency Committee
Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Guernsey to give £50k to earthquake appeal
Guernsey's government has pledged £50,000 to help relief efforts following the earthquake in Myanmar. The money will be donated to the UK Disasters' Emergency Commitee (DEC) appeal which was launched on Thursday, and aims to help the thousands of people injured and displaced by the quake. Guernsey's Overseas Aid and Development Commission (OA&DC) decided the DEC was in "the best position to coordinate the funding for the provision of humanitarian aid". More than 2,800 people are thought to have died and 4,500 injured in the 7.7 magnitude earthquake, with the death toll expected to rise. The DEC appeal involves 15 UK aid agencies, including the British Red Cross, Oxfam and Save the Children. The OA&DC said the earthquake had left more than 19 million people in need of aid, with limited access to safe shelter, food, clean water and medical care. Deputh Chris Blin, president of the commission, said DEC members were already working in the area. "The commission will also continue to monitor the situation and is involved in ongoing discussions with charities to see if it can further assist in any way, as the position on the ground becomes clearer," he said. Follow BBC Guernsey on X and Facebook. Send your story ideas to UK charities launch Myanmar Earthquake Appeal 'We still have hope': Searching for quake survivors in Mandalay Disasters Emergency Committee
