LOCAL NEWS: In Monywa, ?market economy? leaves some businesses behind; South Korean alleged to have absconded with $50,000; Nation shivers through ?significant? cold front; Dedaye medical centre takes shape; Direct flights please tour operators in Myanmar, Cambodia; Physiotherapy training for visually impaired begins; Motorbike ban to be expanded in NPT; Pakistan hope to ?strengthen? ties with Myanmar: minister; Raising salaries not enough to reduce bribery, minister says; Rain records set at six stations; Aid needs to be ?sustainable?: civil society; Osteoporosis our ?silent killer?: MMA; Children?s hospital opens in Yankin; Authorities vow to crack down on vice in Nay Pyi Taw, Pyinman...BUSINESS & PROPERTY: Tan Chong aims for foothold; Unique laws for Dawei SEZ project; Commodity price rises force a reversal on overweight trucks; China looks at rohu purchases; DOF conducts safety training for ocean-going fishermen; Strand Rd to become main commercial artery: YCDC; Property market to keep gaining pace; Brick prices rise as rains cut production ...TIMEOUT: Japan quake ?a nightmare?, says local celeb; Artists drawn to family and friends in first National Portrait Awards; Distressed fans reassured after celebrity death fears; U Thu Ka Foundation invites contest entries; Date set for French singing contest...INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: ?No internet attacks?, says MPT official; MPT imposes ban on internet calling services; Japan relief effort gets digital help...YOUR STARS...FLIGHT SCHEDULES......N.B. SINCE THIS ISSUE HAS NO INDEX PAGE, NAVIGATE FROM "LOCAL NEWS" TO THE OTHER SECTIONS