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Queen Mother Hosts Chef Nak in Celebration of Cambodian Culinary Excellence

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

The Queen Mother continues to inspire and empower future generations, encouraging them to preserve and improve Cambodian cuisine.

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  • The Queen Mother continues to inspire and empower future generations, encouraging them to preserve and improve Cambodian cuisine.
  • She recognizes Chef Nak and her team's important role in restoring culinary traditions shattered by war, especially the restoration of royal cuisine.
  • At the meeting, Her Majesty the Queen Mother described her meeting with Chef Nak and her team as family-like.
  • During her visit with the Queen Mother, Chef Nak expressed heartfelt gratitude for this honor and pledged to elevate Cambodian cuisine on the global stage.

Chef Nak's SAOY - Royal Cambodian Home Cuisine Receives Three Prestigious Nominations at the 29th Gourmand World Cookbook Awards

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

RIYADH , Saudi Arabia, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a historic moment for Cambodian culture and cuisine, the culinary masterpiece "SAOY - Royal Cambodian Home Cuisine" has garnered multiple nominations at the esteemed 29th Gourmand World Cookbook Awards. Elevating Cambodia's culinary heritage globally, the book stands nominated in three significant categories:

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  • RIYADH , Saudi Arabia, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a historic moment for Cambodian culture and cuisine, the culinary masterpiece "SAOY - Royal Cambodian Home Cuisine" has garnered multiple nominations at the esteemed 29th Gourmand World Cookbook Awards.
  • - Chef Nak
    SAOY - Royal Cambodian Home Cuisine, is a cultural bridge that fosters the integration of tradition and innovation.
  • Chef Nak and her team hope to develop a culinary legacy by raising worldwide interest in Cambodian cuisine and forging cross-cultural connections.
  • For more information, visit the Chef Nak website , purchase the book on Amazon , or contact Chef Nak:
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VIKING ANNOUNCES NEW SHIP FOR THE MEKONG RIVER

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Viking® (www.viking.com) today announced an expansion of its river fleet in Southeast Asia with the new Viking Tonle. Designed for the Mekong River, the 80-guest vessel will join its identical sister ship, the Viking Saigon, which debuted in 2022, and will sail between Kampong Cham, Cambodia and Mỹ Tho, Vietnam as part of Viking's popular 15-day Magnificent Mekong itinerary. The ship is under construction and is currently scheduled to debut in October 2025. To meet strong demand for Mekong River voyages, Viking has added sailing dates in 2025 and has now opened the entire 2026 season for booking.

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  • Designed for the Mekong River, the 80-guest vessel will join its identical sister ship, the Viking Saigon , which debuted in 2022, and will sail between Kampong Cham, Cambodia and Mỹ Tho, Vietnam as part of Viking's popular 15-day Magnificent Mekong itinerary.
  • To meet strong demand for Mekong River voyages, Viking has added sailing dates in 2025 and has now opened the entire 2026 season for booking.
  • "The rich history and culture of Vietnam and Cambodia have always made the Mekong River a fascinating destination for our guests," said Torstein Hagen, Chairman of Viking.
  • Built specifically to navigate the Mekong River, the new Viking Tonle will host 80 guests in 40 outside staterooms.

Politics with Michelle Grattan: Community Independent Dai Le on what voters are saying

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Friday, June 16, 2023

Rising interest rates and high prices for power, groceries and other necessities are hurting in particular lower and middle income people.

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  • Rising interest rates and high prices for power, groceries and other necessities are hurting in particular lower and middle income people.
  • Independent Dai Le, who holds the seat of Fowler in Sydney’s west, managed to pull off the unthinkable at last year’s federal election.
  • Le, who financed her campaign with a very modest budget, defeated Labor’s Kristina Keneally, who was attempting to move from the Senate to the lower house.
  • Le is the first non-Labor MP to represent the area, one of Australia’s most multicultural electorates.

THE VIKING SAIGON BEGINS INAUGURAL SEASON IN SOUTHEAST ASIA

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Tuesday, August 9, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Viking® (www.viking.com) today announced that its newest river ship, the Viking Saigon℠, has begun its inaugural season in Southeast Asia. Purpose-built for the Mekong River, the 80-guest ship sails between Kampong Cham, Cambodia and Mỹ Tho, Vietnam as part of Viking's popular 15-day Magnificent Mekong itinerary. With the 2022-2023 season now underway, regular sailing dates are available through March 2023; the 2023-2024 season begins in July 2023.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Viking ( www.viking.com ) today announced that its newest river ship, the Viking Saigon , has begun its inaugural season in Southeast Asia.
  • With the 2022-2023 season now underway, regular sailing dates are available through March 2023; the 2023-2024 season begins in July 2023.
  • "We are also pleased to welcome back to Southeast Asia our first guests since early 2020.
  • With arrival of the Viking Saigon, we look forward to introducing even more curious travelers to this iconic waterway in the coming years."

Lira Clinical Partners with Jacqueline Bhagavan, Mrs. Cambodia World, as Their Skincare Spokesperson

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Wednesday, June 15, 2022

DUBLIN, Calif., June 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lira Clinical, the global leader in skin brightening, has signed a partnership agreement with Jacqueline Bhagavan as the companys spokesperson.

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  • DUBLIN, Calif., June 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lira Clinical, the global leader in skin brightening, has signed a partnership agreement with Jacqueline Bhagavan as the companys spokesperson.
  • Bhagavan currently holds the title of Mrs. Cambodia World 2022, is a professional aesthetician, and is an advocate for empowering women.
  • Bhagavan also serves as president of the Coral Tree Education Foundation, which is dedicated to helping rebuild schools in Cambodia.
  • Jacqueline has overcome huge obstacles as a refugee and a genocide survivor and we are excited to bring her positive outlook and inner resilience to Lira as a spokesperson, said Metaxia Dalikas, co-founder and CEO of Lira Clinical.

Acclaimed Composer Him Sophy Offers Music for Reconciliation + Peace with Release of his Extraordinary Interpretation of "Bangsokol" - the Sacred Buddhist Burial Ritual + Hosts Special YouTube Ceremony for those Processing the Loss of Loved Ones on Rememb

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Thursday, May 19, 2022

NEW YORK, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Him Sophy, a survivor of the Khmer Rouge and composer of Bangsokol: A Requiem for Cambodia — the first major symphonic work that addresses the traumas of the Cambodian genocide of the late 1970s will release the full Bangsokol recording in the U.S. on Friday, May 20 in alliance with Entertain Impact, and host a special YouTube premiere to commemorate the release. This ceremony will preview the recording and offer a respite for bereavement to those processing the loss of loved ones — whether it be from the atrocities of genocide, the people of Ukraine, and the 6 million + claimed by Covid 19 — where traditional funeral rights were prohibited. 

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  • As an act of cultural renewal, Bangsokol speaks to the role of the arts as a means for healing and reconciliation and seeks to inspire a new generation of artistic expression.
  • Recorded at National Sawdust in Brooklyn, NY, the album features the Metropolis Ensemble, Cambodian Ensemble, and the Taipei Philharmonic Chamber Choir, with Metropolis Ensemble Artistic Director Andrew Cyr conducting.
  • So, working with Him Sophy and Phloeun Prim of Cambodian Living Arts, the commissioning organization, to release an album of such importance feels particularly relevant in today's world where conflict is rampant."
  • Join the CEREMONY - beginningMay 20, 2022, @ 11:30 AM ET.

From Youtiao to Donuts, A Memoir to Celebrate Immigrants and Food

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Friday, April 29, 2022

Immigrants make up 40 million of Americas population who come in search of the American Dream.

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  • Immigrants make up 40 million of Americas population who come in search of the American Dream.
  • This nonfiction memoir aims to pay homage to the arduous journey faced by millions of immigrants who arrive in America- penniless, without an education, and without speaking English.
  • Mayly returns to her familys shop and uses social media and creativity to bring the donut shop to the next level.
  • This book explores several levels of generational differences and cultural importance, including the role of the Asian American woman in her family.

GrandPad expands language capabilities to nearly 40 languages for senior-friendly tablet and free Companion App

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Monday, April 18, 2022

MINNEAPOLIS, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- GrandPad, the purpose-built tablet for people over the age of 75, announced today that it has expanded the language capabilities in its tablet and free Companion App to include nearly 40 languages. The enhanced language functionality underscores the company's commitment to making technology accessible for all seniors — regardless of age, race, or ability level — and their caregivers.

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  • Extensive scope of language capabilities reinforces already-robust accessibility features, ensures family connections and telehealth engagement for older adults
    MINNEAPOLIS, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- GrandPad, the purpose-built tablet for people over the age of 75, announced today that it has expanded the language capabilities in its tablet and free Companion App to include nearly 40 languages.
  • Expanded language support capabilities are available to users of the Android and iOS versions of the GrandPad Companion App, and GrandPad Central, the desktop version of the Companion App.
  • To activate a language other than English on the GrandPad tablet or app, the companion or family member can simply call the GrandPad member experience team at 1-800-704-9412.
  • The GrandPad tablet and free GrandPad Companion App is currently being used to connect more than 1.3 million people including seniors, their families, friends, and caregivers in 120 countries.

A Khmer Buddhist Foundation Provides $1 Million in Grants to Digitize and Preserve the Largest Surviving Collection of Cambodian Buddhist Palm Leaf Manuscripts

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Thursday, February 10, 2022

“These manuscripts are critical for the revival of Khmer culture, which is why I am so passionate about seeing them digitized and shared,” explains Lyna Lam, founder and executive director of A Khmer Buddhist Foundation. “The manuscripts -- some of them 500 years old -- offer a snapshot of the fascinating cultural and spiritual landscape that existed in Cambodian society before the country was ravaged by war and are critical to educating future generations about our vibrant and meaningful history and traditions.”

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  • To this day, palm leaf manuscripts are crucial sources of Buddhist rituals and teachings and also of Khmer culture more broadly, including history, literature, astrology and medicine.
  • Digitization of the manuscripts began in 2019, thanks to an initial grant to the BDRC from A Khmer Buddhist Foundation.
  • A Khmer Buddhist Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the lives of the Khmer people and preserving their rich traditions and culture.
  • The organization provides scholars, translators, Buddhist practitioners and the general public with access to an unparalleled collection of Buddhist texts.