Blog posts
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The 2026 Energy Crisis as Felt in Southeast Asia
The world’s energy markets have been in chaos since the closure of the Strait of Hormuz following U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran in February 2026. Where I live in Cambodia, the price of gasoline is about 40% higher than pre-conflict levels, while diesel is roughly 95% higher and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) has risen
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Frodo Baggins: An Unconventional Hero
I am in a contemplative mood this week. While meandering along the path of self-reflection, I feel a mysterious force draw me into the journey of Frodo Baggins from the Lord Of the Rings. I am most interested in the motivations that drive him to complete his quest and what personal victory, if any, that