It is true that a state constitution is a vital requisite for a country. But, the drafting of a state constitution, which is strong, long-lasting, and genuinely in accord with the wishes of the people, must be by elected members of parliament and others who are genuine representatives of the people. (Source: NCGUB)

"It should not be a body to shame and blame, but it should really be a body that would work together to promote human rights," Thaung Tun told reporters in Manila. (Source: Reuters)

Khin Saw, the 101-year-old aunt of Nobel peace laureate Aung San Suu Kyi, has died, family sources said. Khin Saw, the wife of Suu Kyi's uncle Ba Win, died Wednesday at her family home in Yangon. No obituaries were allowed in Myanmar's state controlled media. (Source: EarthTimes.org)