Culture
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Khmer Rouge victims push to continue a Day of Remembrance
The Day of Remembrance, which used to be called the National Day of Hatred, is marked on May 20 and…
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The 58th anniversary of the return of Preah Vihear
On June 15th, 1962 the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruled in favor of Cambodia as Preah Vihear’s rightful owner…
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Who is Kong Nay?
Kong Nay was born March 15, 1944 in Kampot, Cambodia. He is Cambodia’s most recognizable traditional musician. Kong Nay was…
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Chef Chanthy Yen puts spotlight on Cambodian Cuisine
As an award-winning chef, and co-owner of Cantine Teré in Montreal’s Mile End neighbourhood, 31-year-old Chanthy Yen’s star is rising. He has…
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Before Angkor there was the Chenla Empire
Sambor Prei Kuk meaning “Temple in the richness of the forest” in Khmer has been identified as Ishanapura which was…
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Thailand-Cambodia, a love-hate relationship
On January 29th, 2003 the Thai embassy in Cambodia was burned during a riot over a rumor that a Thai…
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Monk in Vietnam helps preserve Khmer culture
In a small province in the Mekong Delta, Monk Ha Van Phung goes out of his way to help people…
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Who was Ros Serey Sothea?
Ros Serey Sothea was a Cambodian singer with the honorary title “Queen with the Golden Voice” granted by King Norodom…
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Who was Pen Ran?
Pen Ran was a Cambodian singer and songwriter known particularly for her western rock and soul influences, flirtatious dancing, and…
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Oldest Khmer theater shutdown
The art of Sbech Thom, Khmer shadow theater is an ancient Khmer art dating back to before the Angkorian period.…
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