The death toll from the earthquake that struck Myanmar has risen to 3,354, with an additional 4,508 people injured. Moreover, 220 individuals remain missing. The United Nations humanitarian agency has renewed its call to the global community for assistance to the country.

In the aftermath of the earthquake, rescue teams have been deployed to Myanmar by China, Russia, India, and Bangladesh. Typically, the United States leads global efforts in disaster response and humanitarian aid. However, following the cessation of operations by the Trump-led U.S. aid agency, USAID, Washington has pledged $9 million in support to Myanmar. Despite this, the U.S. made it clear that the notion of always leading disaster recovery efforts worldwide is unrealistic.

A devastating earthquake in Myanmar has claimed 3,003 lives so far, with 4,639 reported injuries and over a hundred people still missing. The junta administration has warned that the death toll could rise further. Bianca Drogsch, deputy head of the German Embassy in Yangon, told Deutsche Welle that the number of casualties is expected to increase significantly. “In Mandalay alone, fatalities could range from 10,000 to 100,000,” she said.

A devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake has struck Myanmar, marking the country’s deadliest quake in a century. The disaster has leveled ancient Buddhist pagodas and modern buildings alike. Military chief Min Aung Hlaing confirmed that the death toll has reached 2,719 and could exceed 3,000. Reports indicate that 4,521 people are injured, and 441 remain missing. The UN humanitarian agency confirmed that a collapsed primary school in Mandalay claimed the lives of 50 children and two teachers. Survivors in the hardest-hit areas are struggling with shortages of food, water, and shelter. Meanwhile, the International Rescue Committee reported that many are sleeping on the streets out of fear. The earthquake's impact has also been felt in Bangkok, where 13 deaths have been confirmed.

On Saturday night, a boat sank in the Boulai River in Sunamganj, claiming the lives of three children and two women. Police sources confirmed that the boat, carrying 70 passengers and goods, was traveling from Madhyanagar to Jamalganj when it capsized. While many passengers managed to swim to safety, five were confirmed dead, and one was injured. The victims, from different parts of Netrokona, were visiting relatives in Noapara village of Beheli Union in Jamalganj. Authorities fear the death toll may rise.

A powerful earthquake centered in Myanmar shook Southeast Asia on Friday. In Myanmar alone, over 144 people have lost their lives, and 732 have been injured. Meanwhile, in Bangkok, a high-rise building collapsed due to the earthquake, with rescue teams searching for those trapped under the rubble. As a result, 117 people are missing, and 5 have been confirmed dead.

Four bodies, including that of a woman, have been recovered after a boat carrying Rohingya refugees capsized while attempting to enter Bangladesh from Myanmar near Teknaf. One BGB member, Sepoy Billal Hossain, is among those still missing. Earlier, BGB rescued 25 people, including women and children. Efforts to locate the missing individuals are ongoing.

Gaza has officially entered the first stage of famine as shortages of food, clean water, and fuel intensify, according to local humanitarian officials. Water wells have shut down due to a lack of fuel, and the UN has been unable to deliver food aid since March 2. Most bakeries have closed, and over 80% of hospitals are unable to function due to medicine and anesthesia shortages. Despite the crisis, residents continue to observe Ramadan, pleading for international intervention to end their suffering.

Two young men from Rajair, Madaripur, have died in a boat accident in the Mediterranean while attempting to travel to Italy via Libya, just a month after a similar tragedy. The deceased have been identified as Nasir Matubbar (35) and Suman Howlader (19), while the identities of the missing persons remain unknown. Last February, 20 to 25 people from Rajair died in a similar incident. Some survivors returned and informed the families of Nasir and Suman’s deaths on Saturday. The two had left their homes on February 8 to travel through Libya to Italy, having paid 1.7 million BDT to a broker named Arif. They set off from Libya on the night of March 3, but tragically died when the boat sank.

A fire broke out at a residential hotel in Shahjadhpur, Dhaka, killing four people. Fire Service Duty Officer Rashed Bin Khalid confirmed the incident on Monday, March 3. The identities of the victims have not been revealed, but it is known that all were male. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Thick smoke was seen coming from the building, and the fire caused heavy traffic congestion in the area, disrupting the movement of locals.

At least 48 people have been killed in a collapse at an illegal gold mine in Mali, authorities have confirmed. Despite being one of Africa’s largest gold producers, Mali frequently faces deadly accidents due to illegal mining activities. The government struggles to regulate these operations, especially considering the country is one of the poorest in the world. A police officer reported that rescue operations are ongoing as efforts continue to locate those trapped under the rubble. This incident follows another mine collapse on January 29, which claimed 10 lives and left many missing.

A devastating fire in Chattogram’s Kotwali area early on February 10 claimed the lives of a husband and wife, while three others sustained injuries. Firefighters from two stations and four units managed to control the fire. The victims were rescued but later succumbed to smoke inhalation while receiving treatment. Fire service officials suspect the fire originated from an electrical short circuit, causing damage worth 1.5 million BDT.

The Gaza Government Media Office has reported that at least 12,000 bodies remain trapped under the rubble following Israel's devastating assault on the Gaza Strip. Due to Israeli restrictions on heavy machinery entering Gaza, recovery efforts have been severely hampered. Among those trapped are Israeli hostages who were captured by Hamas but later perished when Israeli airstrikes collapsed buildings on top of them. If Israel continues to impose these restrictions, their bodies cannot be returned to Tel Aviv. Over the past 15 months of Israeli aggression, at least 47,583 people have been confirmed killed in Gaza, including 17,000 children. After failing to eliminate Hamas and secure the release of its hostages, Israel has entered into a ceasefire agreement. However, despite the agreement, Israel continues to block the entry of heavy equipment needed to clear debris and relief trucks carrying essential supplies.

A devastating landslide struck Sichuan Province, China, at 11:50 AM local time on February 8, burying ten houses and leaving over 30 people missing. Approximately 200 residents have been evacuated, and authorities have warned of ongoing landslide risks in the area. Chinese President Xi Jinping has directed officials to prioritize search and rescue efforts, minimize casualties, and implement necessary post-disaster measures. Rescue teams have already recovered two survivors. Additionally, China has allocated 30 million yuan for disaster relief efforts this year.

A woman in Natore died after ingesting poisonous gas tablets and allegedly giving the same to her three daughters due to persistent taunts from her husband and in-laws for having three daughters. The incident occurred late Wednesday night in Singra Upazila. The woman, Sharmin Begum (32), passed away before reaching the hospital, while her daughters, Jim (8), Mim (8), and Sinha (3), were hospitalized in critical condition. Police are investigating the incident and an unnatural death case has been filed.

A gunman opened fire at an educational center in Örebro, Sweden, killing 10 people, including himself. The attack took place on Tuesday afternoon, about 200 km west of Stockholm. The institution primarily serves adults who couldn’t complete their formal education on time. The motive remains unclear. Initially, police classified it as attempted murder, arson, and a serious weapons crime. Nearby schools were locked down but later evacuated. Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson called it a tragic day for the country.