Lotus face masks designed to cover globe
A French designer in Cambodia has produced ecological face masks from lotus fibre to supply local and international markets with an eye on preserving ancestral techniques and supporting Cambodian women in rural communities.
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BookMeBus transportation app streamlines ticket purchases
Waving a bus down along the Phnom Penh street is now out of date as many transportation operators offer online ticket purchasing.
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Local youths pave the trail for sustainable craftsmanship
Every day, students Khemara Kimhak and Soeun Chanratika consume at least a litre of petrol, travelling on their motorbikes to reach their destinations.
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Eco-friendly stove promotes reuse of biodegradable waste
As the use of the traditional clay stove was considered an unhealthy way to cook, managing director Chim Polys and his team at Khemara Eco Energy Group have developed an eco-friendly one instead.
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Model aircraft prepare for take-off
From a humble workshop in Phnom Penh, the dream of a small team of aviation enthusiasts takes flight with their successful development of model aeroplanes.
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Women turn to apps, podcasts to explore sexuality through sound
A new generation of women is launching podcasts, websites and apps featuring erotic content that prioritises the female perspective – all in the name of improving sexual wellbeing.
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Clay pot speakers: Combining ancient art with modern tech
To complete a school project, a freshman in telecommunication and electronics engineering, Dam Soksreyneang, 18, came up with the innovative concept of combining Kampong Chhnang province’s ancestral tradition of making pottery with
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Young female innovator leads the way in promoting hologram tech
A young girl with jet black hair and huge round eyes suddenly appeared in the middle of the stage as if conjured by ancient Khmer magic.
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Eco-friendly stove promotes reuse of biodegradable waste
As the use of the traditional clay stove was considered an unhealthy way to cook, managing director Chim Polys and his team at Khemara Eco Energy Group have developed an eco-friendly one instead.
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Fixh.me, the one-stop platform for reliable home repair services
A team of software engineering students have built Fixh.me, a digital platform to help homeowners source reliable home repair services.
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Art meets AI: Computer-generated works up for New York City auction
Two paintings up for auction in New York highlight a growing interest in artificial intelligence- (AI-) created works – a technique that could transform how art is made and viewed but is also stirring up passionate debate.
