Cambodia Oscar Buzz: Cambodia’s Oscar Selection Committee picked Polen Ly’s “Becoming Human” as the country’s contender for the international feature film race, with a story about a cinema spirit guardian and a nation in social transition. Border-Affected Education: UK Indo-Pacific Minister Baroness Rosie Winterton visited displaced families and children in Oddar Meanchey, urging continued support so learning can continue even during conflict. AI for Learning (and its risks): A new push argues Cambodia’s students need AI literacy—how to question answers, check sources, and protect data—not just basic digital skills. Roads for Access: Nearly 100 km of new roads worth about $44M opened in Tboung Khmum and Kratie, aiming to cut travel costs and connect communities to tourism and local products. Waste Segregation Reality Check: Cambodia’s waste-separation efforts face a practical gap: separated trash often gets mixed again, so the next step is better collection, sorting, recycling facilities, and markets. Cultural Spotlight: Cambodia was named honorary country at France’s Francophone Film Festival in Angoulême, with Khmer identity highlighted through film. Youth & Trade Skills: The FedEx/JA International Trade Challenge Asia Pacific named winners, with Cambodia included as a target market for student sustainability ideas. Education Exchanges: China’s ambassador held a reception for Cambodian students heading to study in China, stressing skills, friendships, and return-to-home contributions. Women’s Sports Moment: A roundup marks growing momentum for women’s equality in sports, linking today’s visibility to long advocacy for fair access and coverage.