Phnom Penh and Washington Edge Toward Military Reset with Talks on Joint Exercises
PHNOM PENH — After years of strained ties and strategic mistrust, Cambodia and the United States are cautiously moving to revive…
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March 2026
De-Dollarization Back on the Agenda as Cambodia Promotes Riel Use
PHNOM PENH — Cambodia is taking another careful step toward reclaiming control over its own currency, with policymakers and…
Cambodian Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn presented a detailed map highlighting Thai military…
Cambodian Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn presented a detailed map highlighting Thai military encroachments in Thma Da commune, Veal…
Cambodian man deported by the US to Eswatini is being repatriated, his lawyer says
CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — A Cambodian man deported by the United States to the African kingdom of Eswatini under the Trump…
Women Charged in Phnom Penh Crash That Left a 11-Year-Old Child Fighting for Life
The Phnom Penh court has charged a 23-year-old woman over a Russey Keo collision, with the passenger - identified as the son of a…
Siem Reap’s Stonehenge: The Temple Hidden in Plain Sight
SIEM REAP — Down a web of narrow village roads, past wooden stilt houses and fields edged with palms, a 1,000-year-old temple sits…
China and India Step Up Restoration Support of Preah Vihear Temple
PHNOM PENH — March 19, 2026: China and India have stepped up support for the restoration of Preah Vihear Temple, as urgent repair…
Two Bangkok monks charged with abusing novices; seven victims identified and over 100 explicit…
BANGKOK — Two monks at a prominent temple in Bangkok's Charoen Krung area have been arrested on charges of sexually abusing novice…
No Story, No Influence: Cambodia’s Soft Power Crisis
Few countries carry a legacy as breathtaking as Cambodia’s. Angkor Wat crowns our national flag and stands among humanity’s…
Carvings Found at Angkor Thom’s Royal Palace
PHNOM PENH – Intricate carvings have been found during excavation outside the wall of the former royal palace in the ancient city…
Thailand Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul To Remain in Power Following Parliament Vote
BANGKOK (AP) — Thailand’s incumbent Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul won a vote in Parliament on Thursday to remain in office,…
This City Was Just Named the Best Place to Live in Massachusetts—and No, It’s Not Boston
If the New England lifestyle is calling you to Massachusetts, you likely have a few of the state’s charming small towns and…
The US Embassy in Cambodia has announced that the US B1/B2 visa requires a $15,000 deposit for…
Effective April 2, Cambodia will be part of the visa bond pilot program. Visa applicants who are otherwise found eligible for a…
US to demand bonds of up to $15,000 for visa applications from 12 more countries
WASHINGTON — The State Department says it is adding 12 countries to an expanding list of nations whose citizens must post bonds of…
Culture ministry corrects Thai claims regarding origin of ‘Sbai’, part of Khmer heritage
The Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts has issued a statement on the “Protection of Khmer Cultural Heritage,” noting that…
Cambodia Targets Import Market and Oil Refinery to Build Energy Independence
Cambodia is relying on Singapore and Malaysia as critical energy lifelines as domestic gas, oil and fuel prices continue to climb,…
Senator Vanna Howard was sworn in as State Senator for the First Middlesex District, making her the…
Today, Senator Vanna Howard was sworn in as State Senator for the First Middlesex District, making her the first Cambodian…
ENNISCORTHY’S SELIN KIM IS MISS PLANET IRELAND 2025
Ireland was represented by Enniscorthy’s Selin Kim at the Miss Planet International 2025 pageant after having recently been…
Looted Gods Return Home – Gold Treasures
These gold treasures used to belong to Douglas Latchford who had a particular penchant for collecting ancient Khmer gold. He even…
Picture of the Day: Num Phlae Ay
Num phlae ay (នំផ្លែអាយ) is a Cambodian dessert made from glutinous rice flour, filled with palm sugar, and served with grated…
Cambodia Aims To Shut Down All Online Scam Centers Within Weeks
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (AP) — Cambodia hopes to shut down all of the country’s notorious online scam centers by the end of next…
Cambodia’s Imports from US Jump 64.8% After Tariff Removal
Cambodia has seen a significant increase in imports from the US, rising from $48.76 million to $80.3 million in the first two…
A KHMER SWAN LAKE AT MERRIMACK REPERTORY THEATRE
MRT is excited to announce our final production of the season A Khmer Swan Lake. The performance run dates are April 8-26. This…
Results Are In: Howard Elected to State Senate
As expected, State Representative Vanna Howard emerged victorious Tuesday night, beating back challenges from Sam Meas and Joe…
Vichet Chum’s Kween to Make Its World Premiere at Merrimack Repertory Theatre
Lowell, MA — Merrimack Repertory Theatre (MRT) proudly presents Kween, a vibrant and heart-forward new work set in Lowell that…
