NEWS TOPICS: Drugs burned, weapons handed over in Shan State ceremony » ASEAN visas, global security on agenda at ministers? meeting » Scriptures preserved on brass » Thai AirAsia to launch flights » Japan promotes Myanmar tourism » Green light for private pharmaceuticals? » Govt aims for 16m acres of paddy » Local musicians invited to China » MMPO wants short films » New seismic map planned » Company offers bartending courses » Study abroad ticket to good life for students » Local guide joins international association » World Buddhist Summit book published » Odd-looking critter returned to owner » Newborn care pilot program launched » Doctors perform plastic surgery » Deeper waters improve Bhamo trade » Govt works to establish laws regulating GMOs...BUSINESS: Bringing home the eel market » Importers get extra month to collect » Passing on delivery costs » Myaung Dagar ready for investors » Bangladesh border trade zone planned » Electricity supplies get boost from YESB plan » Businesses seek tax write-off » Choosing sides in Yankin pays off » Condo owners urged to unite