A Himalayan Griffon vulture was captured in a yard of a resident in Myoma (1) Quarter, Peinzalote Town, Nyaunglebin Township, Bago Region (East) at around 10:30 am on 11 January, and the vulture had been looked after, said Ma Naw Bway Hpaw, a bird lover living in the town.

As the market demand of Myanmar orchids (Thazin flower) is declining due to the lack of ceremonial events amid COVID-19 pandemic, the commercial producers have opted for an online platform in selling the flowers.

Union Minister for Health and Sports Dr Myint Htwe led the first ‘tabletop exercise’ on 12 January, with the discussion about preparations for the countrywide COVID-19 vaccination programme in Myanmar. At the meeting, the Union Minister explained the reason for this exercise which is crucial for any major programme in public healthcare. 

The number of tourists visiting Kimmon Chone beach in Thayetchaung Township in Taninthayi Region has been increasing since the very beginning of January.

Union Minister for Religious Affairs and Culture Thura U Aung Ko looked into preparations for reopening temples and pagodas in Bagan cultural zone in line with COVID-19 prevention guidelines.

Local authorities are planning to develop Khuepra (local name) or Shwe Taungtan area into a tourist attraction area. With abundant natural beauties, the area is located at 35 miles near Dimawhso Township in Kayah State.