Search and rescue efforts underway after deadly quake hits Myanmar and Thailand

Myanmar is experiencing severe earthquakes and aftershocks, experts are discussing the likelihood of a big bang and global earthquake activity.

In Myanmar, the death toll due to the earthquake has increased to 2,719 people. The country has declared a week of mourning.

Myanmar Earthquake Toll Rises Over 2,000 as Rescue Operations Continue

The devastating March 28 earthquake was the largest to hit central Myanmar since 1839.

Myanmar holds minute of silence for more than 2,000 quake dead

Myanmar held a minute's silence on Tuesday in tribute to victims of a catastrophic earthquake that has killed more than 2,000 people, buckling roads and flattening buildings as far away as Bangkok.

Myanmar to hold minute of silence for more than 2,000 quake dead

Myanmar will hold a minute of silence on Tuesday in tribute to victims of a catastrophic earthquake that has killed more than 2,000 people, buckling roads and flattening buildings as far away as Bangkok.

Suburban Buddhist temple launches fundraiser for Myanmar earthquake victims

A west suburban Buddhist temple is leading a fundraising effort to support victims of last week’s massive earthquake in Myanmar that has killed more than 2,000 people.Moe Lwin, president of the Burmese Buddhist Association in Elmhurst, said the organization decided Sunday to launch a fundraiser because “we help our people from all over the world,” and it’s a “very difficult time for Myanmar people.”The 7.7 magnitude quake hit Friday, with the ep…