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France's Macron to pay state visit to Cambodia during Francophonie summit

French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte will make a state visit to Cambodia from 14 to 16 November at the invitation of King Norodom Sihamoni. During the visit, Macron will attend the 20th Francophonie Summit, which Cambodia is hosting in Phnom Penh on 15 and 16 November. It…

Radio France Internationale · 9h ago

What the Jataka Tale of the Monkey King Says About Leading

The Jataka tales are a collection of stories about the Buddha's previous lives, in which he appears in many forms, human, animal, spirit, each time working out a quality the tradition considers worth cultivating. One of the most retold is the story of the monkey king, known in Pali as…

MyLifeXP · 9h ago

A way of life is disappearing on Cambodia’s Tonle Sap as El Niño pressures lake communities

A way of life is disappearing on Cambodia’s Tonle Sap, where generations have lived by the rhythms of its annual floods

The Independent UK · 16h ago

Why Didn't Hanuman Stop Bali Despite His Immense Power?

Hanuman Ji was powerful enough to set Lanka on fire, cross the mighty ocean and challenge the strongest warriors. Yet, when Bali drove Sugriva out of the kingdom, Hanuman did not stop him. Why would someone with such extraordinary strength remain silent in front of Bali? Interestingly, this very question…

MyLifeXP · Nov 11

Five Schoolgirls Drown in Cambodia After Their Bus Plunges Into a Pond, Leaving Three Fighting for Survival

Five girls died and three students were critically injured when a privately hired vehicle carrying schoolchildren plunged into a pond in Cambodia, police said

International Business Times UK · Nov 10

5 Cambodian schoolgirls killed as a bus skids off a road into a pond

Five girls died Tuesday morning in Cambodia when a school bus veered off the road and plunged into a pond

The Independent UK · Nov 10

Who Keeps a River Ghat: The People and Rituals Behind the Steps

Stand at a ghat before the sun is fully up and you will see the work before you see the worship. A man with a long-handled broom clears yesterday's flower offerings from the lower steps. A boatman uncovers his vessel and checks the rope. A priest sets out a brass…

MyLifeXP · Nov 10

Did Mata Sita Perform Chhath Puja First? The Forgotten Story Behind the Festival

According to a popular regional belief, Mata Sita was among the earliest figures associated with the observance of Chhath Puja. Her story is particularly connected with Munger in Bihar, where local traditions preserve a fascinating account of her devotion to Surya Dev. Although this story is deeply cherished, it is…

MyLifeXP · Nov 10

Coconut Becomes Wartime Keepsake: captain mails carved fruit to daughter; archive later preserves bond

During World War II, Captain David Fransen creatively sent a painted coconut to his daughter. This gesture highlighted the ingenuity of service members in maintaining connections with their loved ones. Letters were common, but Fransen's unique approach made his message memorable. The coconut became part of a collection that preserves…

The Times of India · Nov 9

Why Lord Shiva Warned Against Crying After Diwali

What if one day of sadness could define how you experience the entire year ahead? An unusual teaching associated with Lord Shiva carries exactly this warning. According to the traditional account, the day after Diwali is not just about celebrations, sweets and family gatherings. Your emotions, food, relationships and even…

MyLifeXP · Nov 9