Those Shadowy Advance Votes Allegations of rampant cheating during Burma's first election in two decades cast doubts over the country's prospects for change. HTET AUNG reports.

The Mechanics of Manipulation Election observer B.D. PRAKASH describes some of the goings-on that helped to ensure an electoral landslide by the junta-backed USDP.

‘Hope is the Desire to Try’ Aung San Suu Kyi speaks to The Irrawaddy about her release from house arrest and her views on the way forward.

Nuclear Fallout Robert E. Kelley, the former director of the International Atomic Energy Agency, discusses his report on Burma’s alleged nuclear weapons program.

Asean and the Lady Aung San Suu Kyi and Burma’s neighbors need to reach out to each other, writes veteran Thai journalist KAVI CHONGKITTAVORN.

PORTRAITS FROM EXILE Renowned portrait photographer PLATON travels to the Thai-Burmese border to reveal a world of pain, pride and survival.

Beginning of the End of Peace? SAW YAN NAING reports on the situation along Burma’s borders, where ethnic militias brace for renewed conflict with country's central government.

Suu Kyi’s Next Move Burma’s pro-democracy leader returns to the political stage at a crucial time for her party, writes AUNG ZAW.

Sending a Message of Solidarity Sculptor Jim McNalis salute Burma’s democracy icons with postcards of his work.

Michelle Yeoh to Play Suu Kyi The acclaimed Malaysian actress will star as Burma's democracy icon in a new biopic.

Bringing Home the Gold Burma wins a total of 10 medals at the 16th Asian Games, including two gold.

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