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Some Children Labor, Far From Home
Labor monitors say children should be encouraged to attend school and contribute to the future of the country rather than expected to support families with menial work far from home. (21 November 2008)
A senator said Thursday his commission had not identified the root of the court system's problems.
Senate Commission Examines Court System  Audio Clip Available
The nationwide examination of the courts has already found bias and corruption, a senator said Thursday. (20 November 2008)
Cambodian farmers want restrictions on the import of products they can grow inside the country.
Farmers Want Campaign Promises Kept  Audio Clip Available
An association of Cambodian farmers appealed to officials to keep promises made during the election season to improve the nation's agriculture. (19 November 2008)
Gunnar Bergstrom on Monday toured the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, where his "Gunnar in the Living Hell" exhibit will be on permanent display in December.
A Rejection of Photos, Not the Photographer  Audio Clip Available
A Swedish photographer seeks truth and reconciliation through an exhibit of photographs he took on a 1978 Khmer Rouge propaganda tour. (18 November 2008)
The late Hok Lundy is seen pictured behind Prime Minister Hun Sen as the premier returns from a trip to Beijing in October.
Premier Lost Ally, Not Power, in Chief's Crash  Audio Clip Available
The death of police chief Hok Lundy, who was appointed during a time of instability and violence, was not expected to weaken the prime minister's political position. (17 November 2008)
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‘Same Positions’ at Temple Following Talks  Audio Clip Available
Agreements of troop withdrawals made in Cambodian-Thai border talks this week have yet to be implemented, a commander said Friday. (14 November 2008)
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Exhibit of 1978 ‘Hell’ Photos To Tour Country  Audio Clip Available
Never-seen pictures of a Khmer Rouge tour for Swedish supporters will offer the chance for one photographer to apologize to victims. (13 November 2008)
Relatives of opposition journalist Duong Daravuth grieve before his portrait during his funeral in Phnom Penh, following a deadly 1997 grenade attack that has never been solved.
Police Chief Inherits Slew of Grievous Cases  Audio Clip Available
Rights workers asked Wednesday whether Gen. Neth Savoeun will solve the serious crimes his predecessor was accused of ignoring or perpetrating. (12 November 2008)
Koh Rong could see millions of dollars in infrastructure development, as a Phnom Penh developer eyes the island.
Developer Has ‘Dream’ Plans for Island  Audio Clip Available
A Phnom Penh developer hopes to bring $200 million in infrastructure before investing in a resort on the island of Koh Rong. (12 November 2008)
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Hun Sen Relative Tapped as Police Chief  Audio Clip Available
Neth Savoeun, a former municipal police chief who is married to the premier's niece, will take over the national police force. (11 November 2008)
Hok Lundy was a powerful official in the Cambodian People's Party who weathered myriad rights abuse claims.
Wake Held; Police Chief's Crash Investigated  Audio Clip Available
Hundreds of officials on Monday paid tribute to national police chief Hok Lundy, a powerful ruling party figure who died in a helicopter crash Sunday night. (10 November 2008)
The number of tourists visiting Angkor Wat have fallen, as economies abroad struggle with a global downturn.
Cambodia ‘Not Immune’ to Global Crisis: IMF  Audio Clip Available
Drops in tourist visits and garment orders were expected to clip Cambodia's growth rate, the international lender said Friday. (07 November 2008)
US voters like this man surged to booths in record numbers Tuesday, but the turnout was much lower than Cambodia's worst.
Big Election Turnout? Not for Cambodians  Audio Clip Available
If Cambodia were to claim the same percentage of voters as Tuesday's US election, there would be cause for worry, not celebration, experts say. (06 November 2008)
US president-elect Barack Obama
McCain’s Public Dejected as Obama Wins  Audio Clip Available
As the presidential election of Barack Obama was announced Wednesday, some Cambodians said they felt the White House had missed out on a man who would fight for them. (05 November 2008)
"Where Elephants Weep" combines modern Western instruments like electric guitars with traditional Cambodian instruments like the twin gongs, above.
Unique Rock Opera To Debut This Month  Audio Clip Available
'Where Elephants Weep' is the story of a man caught in a tragic love affair, and, the writer says, of Cambodia's soul. (04 November 2008)
Cambodia is watching its property boom carefully following the onset of the global financial crisis.
Real Estate Prices Continue to Fall  Audio Clip Available
Once-booming land prices have fallen by as much as a fifth since June, following a prolonged border standoff with Thailand and the sudden global economic crisis. (03 November 2008)
Supporters say the Vietnam War record of John McCain, above, gives them confidence in his foreign policy for the region. 
Cambodians Following US Race From Afar  Audio Clip Available
The Vietnam War record of John McCain still resonates, supporters of the Republican said Friday. (31 October 2008)
The government hopes to gather 2 million tons of export-quality rice in 2009.
Government Plans Export Reserves of Rice  Audio Clip Available
The reserve could stabilize prices, but critics warn Cambodia's production capabilities will limit the amount of rice it can sell overseas. (30 October 2008)
A credit shortage spawned by the global financial crisis will mean less small loans to businesses among the rural poor.
Small Loans Fresh Casualty of Credit Crisis  Audio Clip Available
As credit markets tighten around the globe, foreign lenders who have supported Cambodia's microfinancing are tightening purse strings and raising rates, financial experts say. (29 October 2008)
Some residents around Boeung Kak lake have opted to stay, despite rising waters caused by fill.
Lake Flooding Forces 'Volunteer' Exodus  Audio Clip Available
Rising water from ongoing lake fill at Boeung Kak has convinced hundreds of residents to take a government buyout or move. (28 October 2008)
The border standoff that began at Preah Vihear temple, above, has made defense spending a top priority for the government, one lawmaker says.
Defense To Hike Budget as Impasse Persists  Audio Clip Available
The Ministry of Defense has proposed an increase to its budget by nearly 70 percent, with the money coming from emergency reserves. (27 October 2008)
Thailand's Foreign Minister Sompong Amornwiwat, right, walks with his Cambodian counterpart, Hor Namhong, after a bilateral meeting during the 7th Asia-Europe Meeting in Beijing.
Both Sides Vow Restraint of Border Violence  Audio Clip Available
Talks between Thai and Cambodian officials in Beijing and military commanders in Siem Reap Friday failed to secure a withdrawal of troops. (24 October 2008)