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Burma: A Country at a CrossroadsA deep analysis of the strong political deomcratic movement against brutal military rule in Burma, now Myanmar. Aung San Suu Kyi, an influential figure is representative of the battle for Burma. It is a fiery political situation few have heard, til now -
Remembering Burma Shave Signslooking forward to the next Burma Shave sign as we traveled down the road sign
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Andrew Koenig was More Than Just an Actor, Writer, Director and Burma ActivistThe world was in shock upon learning about the death of Andrew Koenig. My research shows not only was Koenig an actor but a writer, director and Burma activist. Read more here. -
The Culture of BurmaThis paper looks at the culture of Burma. It includes information about its government, economy, technology, and socio-cultural information such as demographics, lifestyles, customs, values, and beliefs.
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Celebrating New Year's Day in BurmaHow New Year's Day, April 12, is celebrated in Burma each year.
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My Dad, Burma Shave, and Road Side VersesA writer can be influenced in strange ways. -
I Remember Burma-Shave JinglesAll that was needed for entertainment while driving in the mid 1900's was Burma-Shave. Read about the ingenuity of one company that immediately increased sales by simply posting jingles on signs.
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Images for Democracy (Burma): A Semiological Analysis of Messages Within a Video ProjectIndependent efforts are still existent for those who refuse to simply forget about Aung San Suu Kyi. Damien Rice has created one of these efforts, through the song and video, "Unplayed Piano." -
History of Burmese Men's Soccer. The Untold Story of BurmaFive decades ago, from 1954 to 1973, the men's soccer side from Burma was one of the most successful teams in Asia, well ahead of Japan, South Korea and Iran.
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International Aid to Send Mobile Medical Unit to Myanmar, BurmaWith death tolls soaring into the 10,000's, authorities in Myanmar, Burma are refusing to let some relief workers and transports into the devasted country. International Aid in Spring Lake, Michigan is preparing a mass shipment with mobile medical facility.
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The Best Burmese Restaurant in San Francisco- Mandalay VS. Burma SuperstarMandalay offers more dishes that are at least as good as those prepared by Burma Star in a roomier, more pleasant atmosphere. -
The Struggle for Development in Southeast Asia: Burma, Cambodia, and East TimorBurma, Cambodia, and East Timor are the poorest countries in the world. This paper describes why these countries have come to be so poverty stricken.
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Burma-Shave: Remembering an American IconFor about 40 years, American highways had a ubiquitous presence - the Burma-Shave sign.
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Buddhist Monks in BurmaAn overview of the history and role of Buddhist monks in Burma.
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Things You Should Know Before Visiting BurmaI will share with you a few tips before you visit Burma, as it will save you from much trouble.
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Burma Shave: Roadside AdvertisingOriginally not a shaving cream company, Burma-Shave is truly a legend of the highways. -
A Short History of Mission of BurmaMission Of Burma took the idea of sheer noise and corralled it. They used the noise at key moments, thus heightening the impact.
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Burma's Aung San Suu Kyi Gets 18 More Months of House ArrestConvicted of violating the terms of her house arrest by allowing a foreigner to stay at her compound, Aung San Suu Kyi is sentenced to 18 months of house arrest. She has spent 14 of the past 20 years under confinement by the military junta.
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The 1277 Battle Between King Narathihapato of Burma and the Mongolian Kublai KhanIn 1277, a big battle was fought involving over 60,000 Burmese warriors and their war elephants against only 12,000 Mongol horsemen with their metal-tipped arrows and a clever plan. Who would win?
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The Cuisine of Burma: A Delightful FusionBurmese cuisine has many influences, which yield tasty dishes!
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Trip Around BurmaA week's trip from Yangon to Mandalay. Really exciting!
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Best Budget Hotels in Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar: Seeing Burma? You'll Love These Cheap HotelsCheap budget hotels are everywhere in Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar, but these three are the best -
Corporate Charity to Burma and China Often Has Ulterior MotivesCorporations should be applauded for sharing their wealth in a time of need, but they should be more realistic with the public about why they're doing it. -
If We Want Burma’s Oil, First Thing to Do: Accept the Fact that Burmese Also Have God-Given BrainsThe First Lady is trying to push USA into another Vietnam tangle. It is high time she stopped her Myanmar rhetoric.
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Congress Passes Bill to Sanction the Leaders of BurmaThe House of Representatives, in a unanimous vote, which is a very rare occurrence, has passed The Block Burmese JADE (Junta's Anti-Democratic Efforts) Act (H.R. 3890). -
The Stilwell Campaigns in BurmaA short analysis of General Joseph Stillell and three major texts that describe his campaign in Indochina.
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Was January 4 Really Burma's Independence Day?Despite posters appearing around Yangon in recent weeks urging the Monks to stage a new round of pro-democracy protest on January 4 the holiday weekend came and went without notable incidence. The Junta government took every precaution to insure against such attempts .
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The Ballad of the Burma Siam Railroad (Adult Content)Dedicated to the humane treatment of POW's everywhere. Note: Romusha's were Asians inscripted by the Nazi's during world war II to perform forced labor.
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Thinking Out Loud - Myanmar (fromerly Burma)Are the junta in Myanmar nuts?? They are leaving their people to die in the aftermath of a devastating cyclone. Or is there some deeper conspiracy going on here? Check it out. But remember, this is just one man's opinion.
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Forget Burma Before Chinese Are Invited in to Establish a Naval Base ThereWe will soon see Chinese warships and submarines blocking our Pacific Command ships from entering the Indian Ocean, unless our greedy oil mafia stop dreaming about stealing Burmese oil. Will There Be No End to Tactical Blunders Committed by Our Harebrained "Think Tanks"?
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Best Business Hotels in Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar: World-Class Accommodation for Corporate TravelersYangon, formerly Rangoon and the once-capital of Burma, has excellent business hotels. -
Japaneese Photographer Kenji Nagai Killed in Burma Protests....For No Reason!kenji nagai killed for no reason in burma
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Obama Grovels to the United Nations, Seeking ValidationMuch has been made of the report that Obama administration is making to the U.N. High Commissioner on Human Rights, that essentially accuses the State of Arizona of being a human rights abuser, at one with Iran, Cuba, and Burma. -
Can Myanmar's First Election in 20 Years Be Fair?It has been 20 years since Myanmar held elections. Formerly known as Burma, the nation, living under military junta rule, will get to vote. The junta has already assured a third of parliamentary seats go to military. How can this be fair? -
The Golden TriangleThe 75,300-square mile region known as the Golden Triangle in northern Thailand, bordering Burma and Laos, is infamous for its past connections to the cultivation of opium.
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Beloved Woman Political Leader, Aung San Suu Kyi Released in MyanmarFaithful devotees wait for the barbed wire to be removed around Aung San Suu Kyi's home in Mynamar (Burma) -
A Guide to the Mekong DeltaSpanning from the Tibetan Plateau through the China's Yunnan province, Burma, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam, the Mekong Delta houses the 10th longest river in the world and is a cultural mecca.
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The Playlist: Colors (Red)Songs about the Color Red- Including: Sublime, Mission of Burma, Cursive, The Strokes, Prince, Tim Hardin, The Duke Spirit, Tara MacLean, Silverstein & more. -
Senator Jim Webb First High-Ranking Politician to Meet with Burmese LeadershipThis article is about the visit of Senator Jim webb to Burma and what he did there.
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What Are the Most Famous Olympic Athletes in Bermuda?1976 was a special year for Bermuda. Why? That year Bermuda had its first (and only) Olympic medal in history, ahead of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Burma and a host of nations.
