‘I did it to get attention’, says South Korean knife attacker
The suspect in Tuesday's Incheon attack was previously convicted of attempting to murder his former wife, and had already served a four-year prison term before his release in 2019, police said.
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The suspect in Tuesday's Incheon attack was previously convicted of attempting to murder his former wife, and had already served a four-year prison term before his release in 2019, police said.
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King Father’s legacy celebrated as Kingdom prepares to host Francophonie
A new publication commemorating the legacy of the late King Father Norodom Sihanouk has highlighted his role in promoting the French language and helping lay the foundations of the international Francophonie movement. The book also describes King Norodom Sihamoni as a worthy heir to his father’s commitment to linguistic and cultural diversity.
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A new publication commemorating the legacy of the late King Father Norodom Sihanouk has highlighted his role in promoting the French language and helping lay the foundations of the international Francophonie movement. The book also describes King Norodom Sihamoni as a worthy heir to his father’s commitment to linguistic and cultural diversity.
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Authorities tracking wild elephants after death of child
Park rangers are closely monitoring the movement of a herd of wild elephants which were responsible for the death of an 11-year-old boy on the night of October 13.
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Park rangers are closely monitoring the movement of a herd of wild elephants which were responsible for the death of an 11-year-old boy on the night of October 13.
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UN representatives in fiery exchange over border conflict claims
Accusations and counteraccusations continue to fly at the UN in Geneva, with the Thai and Cambodian representatives debating the origins of last year’s border clashes, including who initiated the conflict and Thai claims that Cambodian forces laid new landmines near the border.
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Accusations and counteraccusations continue to fly at the UN in Geneva, with the Thai and Cambodian representatives debating the origins of last year’s border clashes, including who initiated the conflict and Thai claims that Cambodian forces laid new landmines near the border.
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Non-profit calls for end to plastic Pchum Ben offerings; warns of lasting damage
Plastic waste left along the Mekong River, including near pagodas, boat moorings, makeshift structures, fish farms, riverside vendors and groups gathering to eat and drink, has raised questions about where the rubbish comes from, why there is so much of it and why it seems impossible to clean up completely.
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Plastic waste left along the Mekong River, including near pagodas, boat moorings, makeshift structures, fish farms, riverside vendors and groups gathering to eat and drink, has raised questions about where the rubbish comes from, why there is so much of it and why it seems impossible to clean up completely.
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20 Bangladeshis trafficked to Russia killed in invasion of Ukraine
At least 30 Bangladeshis were trafficked to Russia in May this year, with promises of high-paying construction jobs – but were instead conscripted into the Russian military. Only 10 have survived so far.
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At least 30 Bangladeshis were trafficked to Russia in May this year, with promises of high-paying construction jobs – but were instead conscripted into the Russian military. Only 10 have survived so far.
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Appeals for clemency as court summons suspects over burning of wildlife sanctuary outpost
Members of a Bunong indigenous community in Mondulkiri province have appealed to environment officials to show compassion to those linked to the September burning of the Sre Chrey sub-station in Lumphat Wildlife Sanctuary.
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Members of a Bunong indigenous community in Mondulkiri province have appealed to environment officials to show compassion to those linked to the September burning of the Sre Chrey sub-station in Lumphat Wildlife Sanctuary.
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New China-DPRK border bridge over Yalu River opens to traffic
The new China-DPRK Yalu River bridge officially opened to traffic on Thursday, with both sides jointly holding an opening ceremony on this cross-border artery.
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The new China-DPRK Yalu River bridge officially opened to traffic on Thursday, with both sides jointly holding an opening ceremony on this cross-border artery.
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ASEAN urged to take extra measures on regional haze amid rising health concerns
Toxic transboundary haze makes Petailing Jaya in Malaysia look like it is in misty highlands despite being located less than 100 metres above sea level, says a resident.
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Toxic transboundary haze makes Petailing Jaya in Malaysia look like it is in misty highlands despite being located less than 100 metres above sea level, says a resident.
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Metfone Connects Technology Experts to Advance AI Adoption Across Cambodia’s Business Community
As part of the Vietnam–Cambodia Trade and Product Promotion Fair 2026 (VIDEX CAMBODIA 2026), Metfone hosted a panel discussion on the application of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technology in business, bringing together technology experts and representatives from businesses and banks in Cambodia.
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As part of the Vietnam–Cambodia Trade and Product Promotion Fair 2026 (VIDEX CAMBODIA 2026), Metfone hosted a panel discussion on the application of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technology in business, bringing together technology experts and representatives from businesses and banks in Cambodia.
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Cambodian leadership: Combatting cross-border crimes requires cross-border teamwork
Cambodia has called for stronger international cooperation to combat transnational crime, cybercrime and online scams, with Prime Minister Hun Manet warning that increasingly sophisticated criminal activities cannot be effectively addressed by any country acting alone.
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Cambodia has called for stronger international cooperation to combat transnational crime, cybercrime and online scams, with Prime Minister Hun Manet warning that increasingly sophisticated criminal activities cannot be effectively addressed by any country acting alone.
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Teacher, 30 students killed in Pakistan school roof collapse
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and provincial authorities have ordered a thorough investigation and a structural safety audit of schools across the province.
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and provincial authorities have ordered a thorough investigation and a structural safety audit of schools across the province.
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Manet raises concerns about Thai commitment to peace process at regional forum
Prime Minister Hun Manet has used a regional inter-governmental forum to share Cambodia’s ongoing concerns with what he called Thailand’s failure to participate in agreed-upon measures that aim to resolve the current border crisis.
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Prime Minister Hun Manet has used a regional inter-governmental forum to share Cambodia’s ongoing concerns with what he called Thailand’s failure to participate in agreed-upon measures that aim to resolve the current border crisis.
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Women farmers pressing for stronger land rights as Cambodia extends LASED III project
Women farmers and Indigenous community representatives have called for stronger land tenure security and greater involvement in land-use decisions, as Cambodian officials acknowledged challenges in collective land registration and announced an 18-month extension of a national land allocation project, until mid-2028.
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Women farmers and Indigenous community representatives have called for stronger land tenure security and greater involvement in land-use decisions, as Cambodian officials acknowledged challenges in collective land registration and announced an 18-month extension of a national land allocation project, until mid-2028.
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Lines form for N95 masks as haze situation persists in Singapore; conditions could improve only by weekend
The People’s Association (PA) had announced both the distribution of masks to eligible Singaporeans and the opening of haze shelters on Oct 14, when the dominant haze pollutant, PM2.5, spiked to above 200 in many parts of the country.
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The People’s Association (PA) had announced both the distribution of masks to eligible Singaporeans and the opening of haze shelters on Oct 14, when the dominant haze pollutant, PM2.5, spiked to above 200 in many parts of the country.
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