Great, another war

Just what we needed: suddenly Cambodia and Thailand are at each other's throats. Rioters in the Cambodian capital burned the Thai embassy, thousands of Thai citizens were flown out of Cambodia, and the border between the two countries was closed -- all because a Thai television star is alleged to have said that the revered Cambodian landmark of Angkor Wat "belongs to Thailand."

Though the actress, Suwanan Kongying, has denied making the comments, blaring front-page headlines inflamed the passions of Cambodians, who resent the economic and cultural dominance of their larger neighbor. While Cambodia has struggled to recover from years of war and brutal repression, Thailand has emerged as a major force in the regional economy. Cambodia remains dependent on imports from Thailand, and Cambodia has been swept by a wave of Thai music, movies and television serials such as those featuring the popular actress Suwanan.

Can't we all just get along?