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Myint Swe headed Myanmar as president from 2021 to 2024 following the military’s power grab.Myint Swe, who has served as Myanmar’s military-backed president, has died aged 74 after a long medical leave, according to state media.The news of his death was announced on Thursday in a statement from the government.“President U Myint Swe passed away at 8:28am this morning,” the statement said, adding that Myint Swe will receive a state funeral.A former general, Myint Swe became president of Myanmar in 2021 when the military overthrew the civilian government of Aung San Suu Kyi.Before the military takeover, he held several senior…

There’s something uniquely charming about hand-embroidered kurtas, each stitch tells a story, each thread is a mark of craftsmanship. From delicate Lucknowi chikankari to intricate motifs on cotton, rayon, and georgette, hand embroidery transforms everyday kurtas into timeless wardrobe pieces. 10 Hand-embroidered kurtas for women: Level up everyday ethnic wear(Pexels) If you’re dressing for work, a festive get-together, or just looking to add artisanal elegance to your daily style, these 10 hand-embroidered kurtas on Amazon bring together tradition and comfort effortlessly. Let’s explore the best picks for women who appreciate detail, beauty, and heritage. Top 10 hand-embroidered kurtas: This modal…

After being ruled out of the fifth Test against India at the Oval last week due to a shoulder injury, England Test captain Ben Stokes will be seen in a new capacity during the ongoing The Hundred 2025 season as he takes over mentorship duties with the Northern Superchargers team. Stokes, who had ruled himself out of a playing presence in the 100-ball tournament this season as early as January in a commitment to workload management, will reportedly continue his rehabilitation process while overseeing the men’s Superchargers side, coached by former England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff. “You will see me knocking…

Microsoft has posted a new video on YouTube which envisions how we might interact with Windows in the next five years.  Titled “Microsoft Windows 2030 Vision”, the video revolves around how AI will play a huge part in how we interact with our desktops and laptops in the upcoming years. The video starts off with Microsoft’s Corporate Vice President of Enterprise and OS Security, David Weston, saying that “The world of mousing around and keyboarding around and typing will feel alien as it does to Gen Z to use DOS.” He goes on to claim that by 2030, “people will do…

Medical relief agency has treated more than 1,300 patients for gunshot wounds sustained near notorious GHF aid sites in Gaza.Doctors Without Borders, better known by its French-language acronym MSF, has called for the immediate end to Israel’s militarised food distribution scheme in Gaza, which it described as “institutionalised starvation and dehumanisation”.In a grim report released on Thursday, titled “This is not aid. This is orchestrated killing”, the medical nonprofit said that it operates clinics in Rafah, southern Gaza, near two GHF aid distribution sites under the control of the Israeli military and private US contractors.Since those sites opened in May,…

A customer shops a grain isle at New India Bazar, where most merchandise is imported from India and Canada, on Aug. 6, 2025, in Fremont, Calif. Noah Berger/AP hide caption toggle caption Noah Berger/AP WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump was set to officially begin levying higher import taxes on dozens of countries Thursday, just as the economic fallout of his monthslong tariff threats has begun to create visible damage for the U.S. economy. The White House said that starting just after midnight that goods from more than 60 countries and the European Union would face tariff rates of 10% or…

Inner Sanctum | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement It has been over a decade since Inner Sanctum were booked for an international show but as guitarist and primary songwriter Chintan Chinnappa says, they prefer doing things the organic way. “I believe we still are that old-school band which wants people to be impressed with our performance first, and then hope that translates into making fans. I think that’s a bit more sustainable for us,” says Chintan.After their 2013 Europe tour and a set at the Inferno Metal Festival in Oslo, Norway in 2015, Inner Sanctum released their debut album, Legions Awake…

The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination Board (WBJEEB) has postponed the announcement of the WBJEE result 2025, which was scheduled for today. The revised date for the result declaration is awaited. WBJEE result postponed (Getty Images/iStockphoto) The results have already been delayed by over a month due to legal proceedings, but the road was cleared last month following a Supreme Court order staying the Calcutta High Court decision to halt the implementation of a revised list of OBCs notified by the state government. WBJEE board chairperson Sonali Chakraborty Banerjee previously said that results will be declared on August 7, news…

Home plate umpire Jen Pawol takes her position during the first inning of a spring training baseball game between the Houston Astros and Miami Marlins Sunday, March 10, 2024, in West Palm Beach, Fla. Jeff Roberson/AP hide caption toggle caption Jeff Roberson/AP This weekend, Jen Pawol will make history by becoming the first woman to umpire a Major League Baseball game. She’s set to work the series between the Miami Marlins and Atlanta Braves. The 48-year-old from New Jersey has worked spring training games over the last two years and in the minors since 2016. Here’s a look at other…

Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR’s international correspondents share snapshots of moments from their lives and work around the world. Banyan trees are my constant companion as I travel in India. These trees sprawl out, sending down roots that grow from their branches like ropes that children swing on. In both Hindu and Muslim areas, it’s not unusual to see oil lamps nestled in reverence at the tangle of banyan roots — the tree is seen as life-giving. Sometimes, there are strips of cloth fluttering off branches in hopes of prayers answered. The trees are also shade-giving,…