Phnom Penh Tourism: Cambodia officially launched the Phnom Penh Tourism Development Plan 2026–2030, aiming to turn the capital into a major urban tourism hub with “Clean, Smart, and Green” upgrades and new visitor experiences. Cultural Heritage Under Pressure: Information Minister Neth Pheaktra said Preah Vihear Temple bears scars from the 2025 Thai military aggression, citing damage to structures, carvings, inscriptions, and the site’s integrity. Memory & Art: Khmer Rouge survivor and artist Bou Meng died at 85, remembered as a key witness from S-21/Tuol Sleng who later painted portraits of Pol Pot. Education & Daily Life: UNICEF-linked reporting warns Iran-war fuel price spikes are pushing the poorest Cambodian families to skip school, with Tonle Sap students facing higher travel costs and drowning risks. Digital Rights: Cambodia’s women and girls face online abuse that’s often dismissed as “a joke,” leaving victims ashamed and less likely to report. Elephant Conservation: Cambodia has just 71 domesticated elephants left, prompting renewed calls for long-term investment to protect and help them reproduce. Francophonie: Cambodia launched the official website and opened registration for the 20th Francophonie Summit in Phnom Penh (Nov 14–16). Court & Accountability: Former tycoon Hy Kimhong was sentenced to 15 years and ordered to pay $33.5M to victims in an investment fraud case.