It's been nearly two years since Cambodia implemented a zero-snaring strategy to end the centuries-old practice of brutal and indiscriminate wildlife capture and death.
A long-awaited draft law on food safety now heading to the desk of the king for signature after winning approval in the legislature could elevate Cambodian street food to compete with regional neighbors, say advocates of the bill.
Sorn Sok Kheang, a 29-year-old video producer in Teuk Thla commune of Sen Sok district, was worried and upset when she noticed her son was slow to speak in his early years. Up to the age of three, sometimes all he said was “dad” and “mom” in a day. When she consulted specialists, they told her he had autism.
In Cambodia, online shopping – typically on smartphones and tablets – is becoming increasingly popular due to its convenience. However, this presents significant issues for less technologically savvy buyers, who may be more vulnerable to scams, especially when shopping on social media.
Speaking at the 4th Asia-Pacific Water Summit in Japan, Prime Minister Hun Sen said water should be regarded as “white gold” for inclusive social and economic development.
For Chen Socheata, a 19-year-old from Ratanakiri’s Banlung city, filmmaking has become a critical way for her to celebrate and preserve her Tumpuon culture. Since enrolling in a filmmaking program run by Bophana Center last year, she’s already produced one short documentary with several more ideas in the works.
With celebrations already mounting around the country, Cambodians are showing their eagerness to celebrate the Khmer New Year after a two-year break due to the novel coronavirus.
The Ministry of Tourism and other relevant ministries, in cooperation with the Everwave company and the River Ocean Cleanup organization, has launched a mission to clean Phnom Penh's three rivers using a garbage collection boat equipped with a new German technology.
On Tuesday, the National Election Committee (NEC) took an unusual move in striking an entire list of 18 Candlelight Party commune election candidates in Phnom Penh, providing little information as to why.