A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on Friday, affecting areas like Bangkok and China's Yunnan province. There were no immediate reports of damage or casualties. An under-construction structure collapsed, causing debris clouds. Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra cut short her visit to Phuket due to the situation.
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