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Khmeror Cambodian or KampucheanAny member of the ethnolinguistic group that constitutes most of the population of Cambodia. Smaller numbers of Khmer also live in southeastern Thailand and the Mekong River delta of southern Vietnam. Traditional Khmer are a predominantly agricultural people, subsisting on rice and fish and living in villages. Their crafts include weaving, pottery making, and metalworking. They follow Theravada Buddhism, which coexists with pre-Buddhist animistic beliefs. Indian culture has historically been a strong influence on Khmer culture. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Although a community got established in Long Beach in the 1950s, many more immigrated in the 1970s when they lied the Khmer Rouge's killing fields. Zac and sibling Ethan formed the band, fronted by Khmer pop star Ch'hom Nimol. Fearing the oddity would bring him bad luck, the farmer donated the calf--named "Cham Leck," or "strange" in Khmer language-to monks. |
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