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Splice Beta 2026 will go ahead in Chiang Mai under new community leadership, marking a new chapter for the influential media gathering founded by Splice Media
Community Takes Over Splice Beta as Founders Step Back
Splice Beta 2026 will go ahead in Chiang Mai under new community leadership, marking a new chapter for the influential media gathering founded by Splice Media
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Cambodia will resume strict enforcement of road traffic laws from September 1, targeting high-risk provinces after road accidents, deaths and injuries rose sharply in the first six months of 2026
PM Greenlights Renewed Traffic Law Enforcement Amid Rising Road Accidents
Cambodia will resume strict enforcement of road traffic laws from September 1, targeting high-risk provinces after road accidents, deaths and injuries rose sharply in the first six months of 2026
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Sri Lanka has officially opened an Honorary Consulate in Phnom Penh, with officials from both countries saying it will strengthen trade, investment, tourism and diplomatic ties while providing consular support for Sri Lankan nationals in Cambodia
Sri Lanka Opens Honorary Consulate in Cambodia to Boost Trade and Tourism
Sri Lanka has officially opened an Honorary Consulate in Phnom Penh, with officials from both countries saying it will strengthen trade, investment, tourism and diplomatic ties while providing consular support for Sri Lankan nationals in Cambodia
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The Cambodian Cobras claimed a commanding 92-point win over Vietnam’s local Aussie Rules side at the inaugural Lotus Cup in Prey Veng, marking the first international Aussie Rules football tournament in the province and highlighting the sport’s growing grassroots development in Cambodia
Cambodian AFL Players Put on a Show in Prey Veng
The Cambodian Cobras claimed a commanding 92-point win over Vietnam’s local Aussie Rules side at the inaugural Lotus Cup in Prey Veng, marking the first international Aussie Rules football tournament in the province and highlighting the sport’s growing grassroots development in Cambodia
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A fisherman’s quick action helped protect vulnerable marine species in Koh Sdach, as community joins conservation effort
Rare Hawksbill Sea Turtle Rescued and Returned to Sea in Koh Sdach
A fisherman’s quick action helped protect vulnerable marine species in Koh Sdach, as community joins conservation effort
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The recent case of Singaporean Aishah Siregar who travelled to Cambodia after a family problem sparked cross border investigations and rapid allegations that should not have been taken out of context by foreign media, David Van writes
‘Before We Judge a Country, We Owe the Truth a Chance’
The recent case of Singaporean Aishah Siregar who travelled to Cambodia after a family problem sparked cross border investigations and rapid allegations that should not have been taken out of context by foreign media, David Van writes
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As part of the EcoBoost Economic Growth Initiative 2026–2028, the programme aims to improve access to equity investment for Cambodian startups and digital SMEs while strengthening domestic value chains and the country's digital economy.
EDF Launches EcoBoost Investment Track for Digital Startups
As part of the EcoBoost Economic Growth Initiative 2026–2028, the programme aims to improve access to equity investment for Cambodian startups and digital SMEs while strengthening domestic value chains and the country's digital economy.
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In this commentary, Simon Chap highlights Brisbane’s decade of growth and why Australia’s Olympic city belongs on Cambodian families’ radars due to its combination of population growth, family-friendly living, quality education and major infrastructure investment; however, he argues that property...
Brisbane's Decade of Growth
In this commentary, Simon Chap highlights Brisbane’s decade of growth and why Australia’s Olympic city belongs on Cambodian families’ radars due to its combination of population growth, family-friendly living, quality education and major infrastructure investment; however, he argues that property...
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NEW YORK (AP) — Big oil companies continue to book massive profits as fighting in Iran disrupts energy markets and sends oil and gasoline prices sharply higher.
Big Oil Companies Continue To Post Banner Profits as Fighting in Iran Drives Prices Higher
NEW YORK (AP) — Big oil companies continue to book massive profits as fighting in Iran disrupts energy markets and sends oil and gasoline prices sharply higher.
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OpenAI says it has busted a Cambodia-based scam operation that was using ChatGPT accounts to aid investment, romance and law enforcement impersonation schemes, while taking steps to make it tougher for them to regain access to its services
OpenAI Disrupts Cambodia-Based Scam Network Using ChatGPT
OpenAI says it has busted a Cambodia-based scam operation that was using ChatGPT accounts to aid investment, romance and law enforcement impersonation schemes, while taking steps to make it tougher for them to regain access to its services
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Cambodia is using the 2026 Tini Tinou International Circus Festival to boost cultural tourism and showcase its contemporary arts scene, as Cambodia Tourism Board backs efforts to attract visitors beyond Angkor Wat
Cambodia Backs International Circus Festival to Boost Cultural Tourism
Cambodia is using the 2026 Tini Tinou International Circus Festival to boost cultural tourism and showcase its contemporary arts scene, as Cambodia Tourism Board backs efforts to attract visitors beyond Angkor Wat
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Pov Reaksmy, 13, was killed in a late-night hit-and-run crash in Ta Khmau as she collected garbage and scraps to support her family - a job that prevented her from ever attending school - with her brother confirming that they have received compensation
Trash-Collecting Teen Who Supported Family Killed in Kandal Crash
Pov Reaksmy, 13, was killed in a late-night hit-and-run crash in Ta Khmau as she collected garbage and scraps to support her family - a job that prevented her from ever attending school - with her brother confirming that they have received compensation
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CIMB Bank PLC (CIMB Bank) and the APSARA National Authority today renewed their long-standing partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand Angkor-CIMB Park, reaffirming their shared commitment to environmental conservation and the preservation of Cambodia's cul...
CIMB Bank and APSARA National Authority Renew Partnership to Expand Angkor CIMB Park
CIMB Bank PLC (CIMB Bank) and the APSARA National Authority today renewed their long-standing partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand Angkor-CIMB Park, reaffirming their shared commitment to environmental conservation and the preservation of Cambodia's cul...
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Travellers flying with Emirates to and from Cambodia have more reasons than ever to look forward to their next trip.
7 Ways Emirates Is Upgrading the Journey for Cambodian Travellers
Travellers flying with Emirates to and from Cambodia have more reasons than ever to look forward to their next trip.
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The Kingdom's first temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will open to the public later this month for a week-long tour ahead of its official dedication later this month
Cambodia's First Latter-day Saint Temple to Open Doors to Public
The Kingdom's first temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will open to the public later this month for a week-long tour ahead of its official dedication later this month
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TOKYO (AP) — The U.S. dollar weakened sharply Monday against the Japanese yen after U.S. President Donald Trump and Japan’s finance minister confirmed both sides had intervened in markets.
US Dollar Weakens Sharply Against the Japanese Yen After Market Interventions
TOKYO (AP) — The U.S. dollar weakened sharply Monday against the Japanese yen after U.S. President Donald Trump and Japan’s finance minister confirmed both sides had intervened in markets.
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Following Kiripost's recent story into counterfeit Khmer brands, we want to know your views.
Survey: How Much Do You Trust Cambodian Brands and Products?
Following Kiripost's recent story into counterfeit Khmer brands, we want to know your views.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Twenty-five states sued the Trump administration Monday over its latest tariffs, calling them a pretext for replacing import taxes the Supreme Court struck down in February.
25 States Sue Over Trump’s New Tariffs, Calling Them ‘Pretext’ To Replace His Old Ones
WASHINGTON (AP) — Twenty-five states sued the Trump administration Monday over its latest tariffs, calling them a pretext for replacing import taxes the Supreme Court struck down in February.
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As high inflation driven by the Middle East conflict strains household budgets, ADB has approved a $250 million emergency loan to help poor and vulnerable households and accelerate the transition to a greener economy
ADB Okays $250M Emergency Loan to Help Cambodians Weather High Living Costs
As high inflation driven by the Middle East conflict strains household budgets, ADB has approved a $250 million emergency loan to help poor and vulnerable households and accelerate the transition to a greener economy
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CCU Commercial Bank, Heng Feng Cambodia Bank and HH Bank, have been placed under liquidation by the NBC following years of financial strain due to Covid-19, economic conditions and reputational damage from alleged links to illegal activities
Three Cambodian Banks Under Liquidation Amid Financial and Reputational Strains
CCU Commercial Bank, Heng Feng Cambodia Bank and HH Bank, have been placed under liquidation by the NBC following years of financial strain due to Covid-19, economic conditions and reputational damage from alleged links to illegal activities
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Peace Petroleum (Cambodia) hosted a celebration for its 1st anniversary, attended by company leadership, staff, Peace station franchisees, and business partners to celebrate one year of achievements and enjoy a memorable time together under one Peace family.
Peace Petroleum Celebrates One-Year Anniversary Built on Courage, Conviction, and Local Khmer Pride
Peace Petroleum (Cambodia) hosted a celebration for its 1st anniversary, attended by company leadership, staff, Peace station franchisees, and business partners to celebrate one year of achievements and enjoy a memorable time together under one Peace family.
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Cambodia exported one million tonnes of raw cashews worth $1.7 billion to Vietnam as of mid-July 2026. While farmers gained from surging prices, experts warn that limited processing continues to hinder potential profits
Raw Cashew Exports to Vietnam Hit $1.7B
Cambodia exported one million tonnes of raw cashews worth $1.7 billion to Vietnam as of mid-July 2026. While farmers gained from surging prices, experts warn that limited processing continues to hinder potential profits
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A new exhibition at Bophana Centre reveals how Angkor's ancient temples served as a refuge for civilians fleeing Cambodia's civil war in the early 1970s, highlighting a little-known chapter of the UNESCO site's history
Angkor's Temples Once Sheltered War Refugees, New Exhibition Reveals
A new exhibition at Bophana Centre reveals how Angkor's ancient temples served as a refuge for civilians fleeing Cambodia's civil war in the early 1970s, highlighting a little-known chapter of the UNESCO site's history
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BANGKOK (AP) — Myanmar's detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi met with the International Committee of the Red Cross’ representative in the capital on Monday, the military-backed government said, a rare moment of contact with the outside world for the Nobel laureate who has been held out of pub...
Myanmar’s Detained Former Leader Aung San Suu Kyi Has Rare Meeting With International Red Cross
BANGKOK (AP) — Myanmar's detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi met with the International Committee of the Red Cross’ representative in the capital on Monday, the military-backed government said, a rare moment of contact with the outside world for the Nobel laureate who has been held out of pub...
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Scams, bank closures and tightened reserved requirements have shrunk USD liquidity in the central bank, with elevated NPL compounding risks
Banks’ USD Deposits in NBC Drops Amid Scams, Bank Closures.and High NPL
Scams, bank closures and tightened reserved requirements have shrunk USD liquidity in the central bank, with elevated NPL compounding risks
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Australia has increased its aid to Cambodia with a stronger focus on social protection, saying the move responds to the country's evolving needs as global uncertainty, rising fuel costs and inflation place greater pressure on vulnerable households
Australia Boosts Social Protection Aid to Meet Cambodia’s Needs
Australia has increased its aid to Cambodia with a stronger focus on social protection, saying the move responds to the country's evolving needs as global uncertainty, rising fuel costs and inflation place greater pressure on vulnerable households
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BANGKOK (AP) — Asian shares were mixed Monday after the U.S. and Japan confirmed they had acted to prop up the value of the Japanese yen against the U.S. dollar, causing the yen to rise to its highest level since late last year.
Asian Stocks Are Mixed as Yen Jumps Against the Dollar, While Oil Prices Slip
BANGKOK (AP) — Asian shares were mixed Monday after the U.S. and Japan confirmed they had acted to prop up the value of the Japanese yen against the U.S. dollar, causing the yen to rise to its highest level since late last year.
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Around the sacred waters of Boeung Yeak Loam, indigenous families are confronting falling tourism income, crop losses linked to erratic weather and a lack of stable jobs, while weighing plans to develop the site without sacrificing their culture and communal ownership which define the land
At Cambodia’s Sacred Volcanic Lake, the Tumpoun Fight Carries On
Around the sacred waters of Boeung Yeak Loam, indigenous families are confronting falling tourism income, crop losses linked to erratic weather and a lack of stable jobs, while weighing plans to develop the site without sacrificing their culture and communal ownership which define the land
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“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” made box office history in its first weekend in theaters. The Sony-released superhero movie became the second-biggest North American opening ever with an astonishing $355 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday. It was just a few million shy of “A...
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Nets Second Best North American Opening Ever With $355 Million
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” made box office history in its first weekend in theaters. The Sony-released superhero movie became the second-biggest North American opening ever with an astonishing $355 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday. It was just a few million shy of “A...
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SURABAYA, Indonesia (AP) — An Indonesian ferry carrying 271 people caught fire in waters off the main island of Java on Sunday, leaving at least five people dead and dozens missing as rescuers and passing vessels evacuated hundreds from the burning ship, officials said.
A Blaze on an Indonesian Passenger Ferry Leaves at Least 5 Dead and Dozens Missing
SURABAYA, Indonesia (AP) — An Indonesian ferry carrying 271 people caught fire in waters off the main island of Java on Sunday, leaving at least five people dead and dozens missing as rescuers and passing vessels evacuated hundreds from the burning ship, officials said.
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