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07/10/2024

15/03/2024

The final total of layoffs for 2023 ended up being 262,735, according to Layoffs.fyi. Tech layoffs conducted in 2023 were 59% higher than 2022’s total, according to the data in the tracker. And 2024 is off to a rough start despite not reaching the peak of last year’s first quarter cutbacks.

https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/13/tech-layoffs-2023-list/

15/03/2024

In 2024: At least 30,935 workers at U.S.-based tech companies have lost their jobs so far in the year, according to a Crunchbase News tally.

More than 191,000 workers at U.S.-based tech companies were laid off in mass job cuts in 2023, per a Crunchbase News tally, and the cuts have continued into 2024. See who the latest companies are to cut roles.

15/03/2024

Although the slowdown in job growth paused in the second half of 2023, we expect it to renew as 2024 unfolds. In our latest Economic Outlook, we detail that we expect real gross domestic product growth to slow in 2024 versus the solid 2.5% growth posted in 2023. We expect GDP growth in year-over-year terms to dip to around 1% by the end of 2024.

Our latest economic forecast for job growth, wage growth, and labor force participation.

18/01/2024

#ពាក្យទំនៀមខ្មែរពោលថា៖
«ចាក់ទឹកដូង រំលងសីមា» (ស្ដេចយកប្រពន្ធ សាសន៍ដទៃ)
«កន្ទុយត្រីប្រា មេនាងឧក» (រាស្ត្រយកគ្នា លែងរើសពូជ)
«កន្ទុយត្រីផ្ទក់ មេនាងចែ» (រាស្ត្រយកប្រពន្ធ ជាតិជាស្ដេច)
«អកកំបោរ ប្រចាំថង់» (ស្ដេចឲ្យមាន គ្រាន់តែចាំវាំង)
«បំពង់ឫស្សី ប្រចាំវែក» (នាម៉ឺនមន្ត្រី គ្រាន់តែចាំដួស ប្រយោជន៍ឲ្យគេ)
«ក្បាលទំពែក ក្អែកជុះអាចម៍ដាក់ប៉ក់» (បញ្ញវន្តចេះដឹង រៀនទាល់តែក្បាលទំពែក អ្នកស្នេហាជាតិ តែខ្វើក មិនរណបតាមគេ តែងជាប់គុក និរទេស ឬ ត្រូវពួកឈាមខ្មៅ តាមព្យាបាទសម្លាប់ចោល)
ប្រភព៖ សីល សម្មាធិ បញ្ញា សូមគិតពិចារណាដោយខ្លួនឯង

12/01/2024

We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our esteemed guest for taking the time to leave a glowing review on 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐩𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫. Your kind words and positive feedback have not only made our day but also served as a testament to the exceptional service and experience we strive to provide.

We look forward to welcoming you for your next stay at Angkor Grace Residence & Wellness Resort!

12/01/2024

The Regal Rufous-headed Longhorn: A Jewel of the Beetle World

In the lush rainforests of Southeast Asia, amidst vibrant foliage and buzzing life, dwells a captivating creature – the Rufous-headed Longhorn beetle (Batocera rufomaculata). This majestic insect, adorned with a fiery red head and velvety black elytra, is not just a pretty face; it boasts a fascinating lifecycle and plays a crucial role in its tropical ecosystem.

Reaching up to 5 inches in length, the Rufous-headed Longhorn is one of the largest beetles in the region. Its elongated antennae, almost twice the body length, act as sensitive antennas, guiding it through the dense foliage in search of its next meal. Unlike many of its herbivorous cousins, this longhorn beetle indulges in a more luxurious diet, feasting on the sap of decaying trees. Its powerful mandibles gnaw into the wood, extracting the sweet liquid that fuels its energetic movements.

But the Rufous-headed Longhorn's impact on the ecosystem goes beyond mere feasting. As it bores through decaying wood, it aids in its decomposition, creating vital nutrients for soil health and contributing to the rainforest's intricate web of life. Additionally, its vibrant coloration serves as a warning to predators, making it a crucial part of the delicate balance of predator-prey interactions.

However, this regal beetle faces its own challenges. Deforestation and habitat loss threaten its existence, shrinking its lush havens and reducing its vital food sources. Conservation efforts are underway to protect these magnificent creatures, ensuring their continued role in the delicate dance of the rainforest ecosystem.

So, the next time you encounter a picture of this charismatic beetle, remember it's not just a stunning adornment for a nature documentary. It's a vital cog in the rainforest machinery, a testament to the beauty and complexity of the natural world, and a reminder of our responsibility to protect the delicate ecosystems that sustain it.

Siem Reap, Angkor Wat

05/11/2023

𝗞𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗵𝗹𝘂𝗸
is a commune in Cambodia. The name means "Harbor of the Tusks". The community largely depends on fishing for survival, primarily shrimp, spending Cambodia's wet season (May-October) fishing. During the dry season (November-April) as the river thins due to receding water, many turn to farming to supplement their income. Tourism, which started in the village approximately 10 years ago, is also a growing part of the local economy.

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝗞𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗵𝗹𝘂𝗸
Unique lifestyle: Kampong Phluk is a floating village, meaning that the houses are built on stilts above the water. This unique lifestyle is a fascinating glimpse into the traditional way of life of the Cambodian people.
Beautiful scenery: Kampong Phluk is located on the Tonle Sap Lake, the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia. The lake is surrounded by lush mangrove forests, making for a stunning backdrop to the village.
Rich culture: Kampong Phluk is home to a rich culture and history. Visitors can learn about the village's traditions and customs by visiting the local temples and markets.
Wildlife: The Tonle Sap Lake is home to a variety of wildlife, including fish, birds, and reptiles. Visitors can take a boat tour through the mangroves to spot some of these animals.
Relaxing atmosphere: Kampong Phluk is a peaceful and relaxing place to visit. The village is far from the hustle and bustle of the city, making it a great place to escape the stress of everyday life.

𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗵𝗹𝘂𝗸:

The best time to visit Kampong Phluk is during the dry season (November to April), when the water levels are lower and the village is more accessible.

If you are visiting during the wet season (May to October), be prepared for the possibility of rain and flooding.

It is a good idea to hire a local guide to take you on a boat tour of the village. This is the best way to see the village and learn about its history and culture.

Be sure to bargain with the vendors at the local markets.

Bring plenty of insect repellent, sunscreen, and a hat.

Learn a few basic Khmer phrases before you go. This will help you to communicate with the locals.

Be respectful of the local culture and customs.

29/09/2023

❛𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝘀𝗮𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝗻𝗲𝗲𝘇𝗲𝘀, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗱. 𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝗶𝘀 𝘂𝗻𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹?❜

When China is unwell, the rest of the world catches a fever.

China is the world's second-largest economy and a major trading partner for many countries. A slowdown in the Chinese economy can have a significant ripple effect on the global economy.

Here are some of the ways that a Chinese economic downturn could impact the rest of the world:

Reduced demand for exports: China is a major importer of goods and services from around the world. A slowdown in the Chinese economy would lead to a decline in demand for exports, which could hurt businesses and workers in other countries.
Disruption to supply chains: Many global supply chains run through China. A slowdown in the Chinese economy could disrupt these supply chains, making it more difficult and expensive for businesses to get the goods and materials they need.
Financial market turmoil: A Chinese economic downturn could also lead to financial market turmoil, as investors become more cautious and pull their money out of emerging markets. This could have a negative impact on stock markets and exchange rates around the world.
The impact of a Chinese economic downturn would vary depending on the country. Countries that are more closely integrated with the Chinese economy, such as South Korea and Japan, would be more likely to be affected. However, even countries that are less integrated with China could still feel the impact of a slowdown in the global economy.

18/09/2023

រមណីយដ្ឋានបុរាណវិទ្យាកោះកេរ ត្រូវបានដាក់បញ្ចូលជាសម្បត្តិបេតិកភណ្ឌពិភពលោកហើយ!
ក្នុងនាមជាកូនចៅជំនាន់ក្រោយ ពួកយើងសូមចូលរួមអបអរសាទរប្រកបដោយក្ដីមោទក ដែលកេរដំណែលដ៏ថ្លៃថ្លានេះត្រូវបានដាក់បញ្ចូលជាសម្បត្តិបេតិកភណ្ឌពិភពលោក។

The UNESCO designation acknowledges the exceptional historical and architectural significance of the Koh Ker archaeological site and its Outstanding Universal Value, serving as a tribute to the enduring legacy of the Khmer civilization and efforts made by Cambodia to safeguard its treasures for generations to come of all humanity.

08/09/2023

Would there be flood in Cambodia this year?

It is possible that the flood in Hong Kong and southern China could spread to Cambodia. The Mekong River, which flows through Cambodia, is already experiencing high water levels due to the rains in China. If the rains continue, the Mekong River could overflow and cause flooding in Cambodia.

The Cambodian government is monitoring the situation and has put in place measures to mitigate the risk of flooding. These measures include:

Raising dikes and levees along the Mekong River
Preparing evacuation centers
Distributing food and water to flood-prone areas
The government is also working with international partners to get assistance to those affected by the flooding.

It is important to stay updated on the latest news and advisories from the Cambodian government. If you are living in Cambodia, you should be prepared for the possibility of flooding and have a plan in place in case you need to evacuate.

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BBC News - Hong Kong and southern China battle widespread flooding from record rains

Streets and subway stations in Hong Kong are underwater, while many flights in Guangdong are suspended.