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US says it will not renew easing of Venezuela oil sanctions unless progress made on elections
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Venezuela oil sector braces for loss of US license, Maduro hits back: The day after the United States announced it would reimpose costly limits on Venezuela's ...
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US restricts drilling and mining in Alaska wilderness, angering state leaders: The Biden administration on Friday took steps to limit both oil and gas drilling ...
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US restricts drilling and mining in Alaska wilderness, angering state ...
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Oil prices jump $3/bbl on unconfirmed reports of explosions in Iran: Oil slipped on Friday following an earlier price spike of more than $3 after Iran played ...
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Oil prices jump $3/bbl on unconfirmed reports of explosions in Iran
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Chevron CEO's pay rose 12% to $26.5 million in 2023, workers lag: U.S. oil major Chevron's CEO Michael Wirth was paid $26.5 million in 2023, a 12 ...
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Chevron CEO's pay rose 12% to $26.5 million in 2023, workers lag
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US reinstates oil ban on Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro is back. Could it affect gas prices?
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Quick Glance: US to Reinstate Sanctions on Venezuela’s Oil and Gas Sector
  • The United States will reimpose sanctions on Venezuela’s oil and gas sector due to the Maduro government's failure to allow 'an inclusive and competitive election' to take place.

  • The US government decided not to renew the temporary authorization (General License 44) that allowed transactions with Venezuela's national oil and gas sector without fear of sanctions, citing the Maduro government's failure to uphold key areas of the 'Barbados Agreement.'

  • While the impact of revoking the authorization could not be quantified, another authorization from 2022 allowing the oil company Chevron to resume limited resource extraction operations in Venezuela will remain in place.

  • Despite reinstating sanctions, a US official emphasized that this should not be seen as a final decision on Venezuela's electoral capabilities, and efforts to support a better future for the country will continue.
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GOP senator grills Biden's energy secretary on release of US oil reserves: 'historically low levels'
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3 Crisis Communication Lessons From the Royal Family
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Russia's Bashneft oil company installs anti-drone nets to protects refineries, says report
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Russia's Bashneft oil company installs anti-drone nets to protects ...
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As Columbus pushes massive zoning overhaul, PR firm enlisted to bolster public support
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As Columbus pushes massive zoning overhaul, PR firm enlisted to bolster ...
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Biden administration raises costs to drill on public lands: The Interior Department finalized a rule Friday making it more expensive for oil and gas producers to ...
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Biden administration raises costs to drill on public lands
Quick Glance: Biden Raises Drilling Costs on Federal Lands, Trump Courts Oil Donors
  • The Biden administration has finalized a new rule requiring oil companies to pay at least ten times more for drilling on federal lands to generate more revenue for taxpayers.

  • While Trump discusses easing drilling regulations with energy executives, the US is historically pumping a lot of crude oil, complicating regulations for Trump and Biden's climate agenda.

  • The rule mandates higher bonds and royalties for fossil fuels on federal lands to better compensate taxpayers and cover the costs of cleaning up abandoned wells.

  • In addition to reshaping fossil fuel production on federal lands, the administration has advanced renewable energy development on these tracts and significantly reduced rents and fees for clean energy projects.
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Why oil pump prices are expected to drop in new review today: The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority will today release the monthly pricing schedule to ...
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Why oil pump prices are expected to drop in new review today
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Michigan seeks comment on permit to increase Marathon refinery throughput: A Michigan regulator said this week it is seeking public comment on a proposed permit ...
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Michigan seeks comment on permit to increase Marathon refinery throughput
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Trump rails against wind energy in fundraising pitch to oil executives: “I hate wind,” the former president told oil industry officials at a recent Mar-a-Lago ...
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Trump rails against wind energy in fundraising pitch to oil executives
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US, Europe to up Iran sanctions as Israel pressed to ditch threatened retaliation
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Quick Glance: US imposes new sanctions on Iran's drone program
  • The United States imposed new sanctions Thursday on sixteen people and two entities associated with Iran’s drone program to punish Tehran for the weekend's attack on Israel.

  • The sanctions target executives of an engine manufacturer supplying Iran’s Shahad-131 drones, companies servicing the engines, and individuals providing the drones to Iranian proxy forces in the Middle East.

  • Coordinated with European allies, the new sanctions aim to disrupt Iran's missile and drone program and isolate the country globally.

  • President Joe Biden emphasized the US commitment to holding Iran accountable, utilizing economic tools to counter Iran's activities, as stated by Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen.
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New Beyond Meat plant-based beef made with avocado oil for nutrient-dense, simplified ingredients
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New Beyond Meat plant-based beef made with avocado oil for nutrient-dense ...
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Dollar firms on mixed central bank views, Middle East risk lifts oil
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Dollar firms on mixed central bank views, Middle East risk lifts oil
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Tenth consecutive monthly heat record alarms and confounds climate scientists: If the anomaly does not stabilise by August, ‘the world will be in uncharted ...
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Quick Glance: Global Record: Warmest March Ever
  • Last month marked the warmest March globally on record and the tenth consecutive month with new temperature records for respective months.

  • According to a report from the Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S), the EU's climate monitoring service, global temperatures in March surpassed the pre-industrial average for that month from 1850 to 1900 by 1.68°C and were 0.73°C above the 1991-2020 average for March. The previous month also exceeded the previous March record by 0.10°C set in 2016.

  • The global average temperature from April 2023 to March 2024 is now the highest on record, standing at 1.58°C above the 1850-1900 pre-industrial average.

  • In Europe, temperatures in March 2024 were 2.12°C above the 1991-2020 average for the month, with significantly above-average temperatures observed in central and eastern Europe.
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Walmart shoppers could get cash payment under $45M lawsuit settlement: Due to a recent $45 million class action settlement, certain Walmart shoppers throughout ...
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Walmart shoppers could get cash payment under $45M lawsuit settlement
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McConnell pushes back on Trump claim Israel is ‘losing the PR war’: Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) on Tuesday pushed back against former ...
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McConnell pushes back on Trump claim Israel is ‘losing the PR war’
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Is speed the main cause of road accidents?: It is assumed that 'excessive' speed is the main culprit, but scientific evidence paints a different picture.
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Is speed the main cause of road accidents?
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RECIPE: Spicy Korean tofu gets sheet pan treatment: Perfectly golden brown tofu is not a meal on its own. For this sheet pan meal, take very loose inspiration ...
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RECIPE: Spicy Korean tofu gets sheet pan treatment
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Fuel prices reduced by Sh10 in latest EPRA monthly review: EPRA review: Super Petrol, Diesel and Kerosene down by Sh5.30, Sh10.00 and Sh18 ...
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Fuel prices reduced by Sh10 in latest EPRA monthly review
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One dead, two seriously injured after fire hit Pemex oil platform in Mexico: At least one contractor was killed after a fire struck an offshore platform operated ...
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One dead, two seriously injured after fire hit Pemex oil platform in ...
Quick Glance: Fire Incident at Pemex Offshore Platform: 9 Workers Injured
  • Pemex reported a fire incident on a platform in the Gulf of Mexico, resulting in nine workers being injured.

  • Two of the injured individuals are Pemex employees, while seven are from external companies.

  • The fire originated in the area of the Akal B platform where gas pipelines are situated.

  • Videos and photographs depict smoke plumes captured from boats in proximity to the platform.
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Despite $90 crude, US oil output capped by weak natgas prices: U.S. crude oil prices last week climbed to their highest this year, but a weak natural gas market ...
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Despite $90 crude, US oil output capped by weak natgas prices
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Reuters: Russia asks Kazakhstan to resupply gasoline in case of shortages, sources say
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Reuters: Russia asks Kazakhstan to resupply gasoline in case of shortages ...
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G7 ‘ready to take measures’ in response to further destabilisation by Iran: G7 leaders offered their full support for Israel on Sunday following an attack by ...
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G7 ‘ready to take measures’ in response to further destabilisation by Iran
Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
  • The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.

  • Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.

  • Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.

  • It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
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The U.S. just changed how it manages a tenth of its land: The Interior Department finalized a rule that puts conservation on equal footing with mining ...
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The U.S. just changed how it manages a tenth of its land
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How could Iran's attack on Israel affect gas prices? What you should know: U.S. motorists could see an impact on oil prices, but that depends on what Israel and ...
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How could Iran's attack on Israel affect gas prices? What you should know
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Sabrina Carpenter “Espresso” Music Video: Ahead of her Coachella debut, Sabrina Carpenter releases the music video for her new single "Espresso," a bouncy ...
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Sabrina Carpenter “Espresso” Music Video
Quick Glance: Sabrina Carpenter: Fun and Romance Amid First Heartbreak
  • Sabrina Carpenter discusses her first heartbreak and current romance with Barry Keoghan.

  • After a tough time, Carpenter has regained her confidence and is now enjoying life.

  • Speculation surrounds her relationship with Keoghan after being seen together and exchanging flirty Instagram comments.

  • Carpenter emphasizes the importance of finding oneself and not relying on others.
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I Regret To Inform You The Elemis Cleansing Balm Is Worth Every Penny: In the words of one reviewer: “I was somewhat hesitant to pay so much for this product ...
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I Regret To Inform You The Elemis Cleansing Balm Is Worth Every Penny
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Self belief: I always knew I was built to be an entrepreneur : Eutycus Mwenda is the founder of Milestones Supplies, a fuel depot in Meru town.
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Self belief: I always knew I was built to be an entrepreneur
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Niger and China sign crude oil MOU worth $400 mln, says Niger state TV: Niger has signed a memorandum of understanding with Chinese state-owned oil giant China ...
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Niger and China sign crude oil MOU worth $400 mln, says Niger state TV
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12 Best Shampoo for Hair Growth for Longer, Stronger Hair: Dealing with hair loss? Experts say these 12 formulas are the best shampoo for hair growth options to ...
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12 Best Shampoo for Hair Growth for Longer, Stronger Hair
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Hair perfumes–why are traditional Indian hair rituals are seeing a resurgence–here’s what it means
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Geopolitical strife and commodity volatility: Inflation impact? - Companies - The Jakarta Post
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Quick Glance: Powell Warns of Lack of Progress on Inflation
  • Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell emphasized that the U.S. economy, while otherwise strong, has not seen a return of inflation to the central bank's target.

  • Powell mentioned that the current policy should remain in place as inflation has not declined quickly enough and there has been no further progress towards the 2% goal.

  • Since July 2023, the Fed has maintained its benchmark interest rate in a target range between 5.25% and 5.5%, the result of 11 consecutive rate hikes.

  • Financial markets have had to adjust their expectations for rate cuts this year as inflation has been higher than expected, and the Fed's policy continues to be dependent on data.
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US, Europe to up Iran sanctions as Israel pressed to ditch threatened retaliation
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US, Europe to up Iran sanctions as Israel pressed to ditch threatened ...
Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
  • In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.

  • The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.

  • Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.

  • The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
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EPA lists 2 common "forever chemicals" as Superfund hazardous substances
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Try these homemade watermelon seed oil hair masks for beautiful hair: Watermelon seeds have numerous benefits for hair health. Here are some easy and simple ...
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Try these homemade watermelon seed oil hair masks for beautiful hair
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How rising gas prices might impact Americans in time for summer: The price of oil is already up for the year and gas prices typically follow.
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How rising gas prices might impact Americans in time for summer
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India discussed oil market volatility with OPEC chief, government says: India, the world's third biggest oil importer and consumer, discussed recent trends and ...
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India discussed oil market volatility with OPEC chief, government says
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BP expects rise in first-quarter upstream energy output: BP said on Tuesday it expects first-quarter upstream production of both oil and gas as well as ...
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BP expects rise in first-quarter upstream energy output
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Mideast-related oil price hike threatens economic outlook: IMF Chief Economist: The recent oil price spike fueled by rising Middle East tensions has the ...
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Mideast-related oil price hike threatens economic outlook: IMF Chief ...
Quick Glance: IMF upgrades global growth forecast despite risks
  • The International Monetary Fund slightly raised its global growth forecast on Tuesday, noting that the economy had proven 'surprisingly resilient' despite inflationary pressures and monetary policy shifts.

  • IMF's chief economist, Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, indicated that the global economy is heading for a 'soft landing,' with risks to the outlook now broadly balanced.

  • While advanced economies are expected to lead the growth, dim prospects in China and other major emerging markets could impact global trade partners, according to the report.

  • Despite Tuesday's brighter outlook, global growth remains low compared to historical standards, partly due to weak productivity growth and increasing geopolitical fragmentation.
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Those affected by the oil spill in Oriental Mindoro, Antique have compensation: Those affected by the oil spill in Oriental Mindoro and Antique will receive full ...
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Those affected by the oil spill in Oriental Mindoro, Antique have ...
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Norway's trillion dollar wealth fund posts 107 billion dollar first quarter gain: Norway's sovereign wealth fund, the world's largest, posted a gain of ...
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Nigeria Plans to Offer Crude Trading on Bourse for First Time: Nigeria’s commodities exchange plans to offer crude oil and gas trading to deepen access to ...
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Nigeria Plans to Offer Crude Trading on Bourse for First Time
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What would be the economic fallout of any Iran-Israel escalation: The world and especially countries in the Middle East cannot afford any negative impact on ...
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What would be the economic fallout of any Iran-Israel escalation
Quick Glance: Israeli Push for Sanctions Against Iran Amid ‘Diplomatic Offensive’
  • Israel has launched a “diplomatic offensive” against Iran, urging sanctions against the Islamic republic.

  • Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz has called on 32 countries to impose sanctions on Tehran as Israel considers a military response to Iran’s attack.

  • Israeli military sources reported intercepting 99 percent of aerial threats with assistance from the United States and allies, causing only minor damage.

  • Tensions are high as Israel ponders its reaction to Saturday's attack while Germany calls for new sanctions related to Iran's drone supply to Russia for use in Ukraine.
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Biden Economic Aide Brainard Says US Aim to Keep Summer Gasoline Prices Steady: President Joe Biden’s top economic aide said the administration wants to keep gas ...
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Biden Economic Aide Brainard Says US Aim to Keep Summer Gasoline Prices ...
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IMF says Israel's war on Gaza will slow Middle East economic growth: The war in Gaza will significantly slow the pace of economic growth across the Middle East ...
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IMF says Israel's war on Gaza will slow Middle East economic growth
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How US sanctions have affected Venezuela: Under Obama, Biden and Trump, Washington has introduced economic measures against the Maduro government ...
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How US sanctions have affected Venezuela
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Oil Supertankers Headed for China Jump to the Highest in a Year: Supertankers hauling crude oil to China surged to the highest in almost a year.
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Oil Supertankers Headed for China Jump to the Highest in a Year
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War in the Middle East: Iran exports more oil than it has for a long time: The exchange of blows between Israel and Iran is causing heated discussions. However ...
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War in the Middle East: Iran exports more oil than it has for a long time
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Why There Is Chocolate Crisis and What’s Happening to Prices: The world of chocolate is facing such immense cocoa shortages that the wild trading lured an ...
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Why There Is Chocolate Crisis and What’s Happening to Prices
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US to hit Iran with new sanctions in 'coming days', Yellen says
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US to hit Iran with new sanctions in 'coming days', Yellen says
Quick Glance: Yellen warns of further sanctions in response to Iran's increasing activities
  • Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned of potential global economic damage from rising tensions in the Middle East and pledged that the U.S. and its allies won't hesitate to use their sanctions powers to address Iran's 'malign and destabilizing activity' in the region.

  • The fast-rising tensions between Iran and Israel and the potential implications of escalation on the global economy are at the forefront of the spring meetings of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank.

  • Yellen announced additional sanctions actions against Iran in the coming days and expressed support for liquidating roughly $300 billion in frozen Russian Central Bank assets for Ukraine's reconstruction.

  • Another major focus of this year's meetings will be Chinese industrial policy, which Yellen believes poses a threat to U.S. jobs and the global economy. She plans to meet with Chinese counterparts to identify potential areas of cooperation and address concerns.
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Passengers rob elderly taxi driver: MELAKA: An elderly taxi driver was robbed and assaulted by four suspects, including a 26-year-old woman ...
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Passengers rob elderly taxi driver
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Kenya has costliest fuel in East Africa despite latest price cut: Kenya has the most expensive fuel in the East African region.
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Kenya has costliest fuel in East Africa despite latest price cut
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Oil price eases on hopes of Middle East de-escalation after attacks: Iran produces more than three million barrels of crude oil a day as a major producer within ...
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Oil price eases on hopes of Middle East de-escalation after attacks
Quick Glance: Oil Prices Could Witness a 'Super Spike Well Above $100' Post Iran's Strike on Israel
  • Market analysts predicted that oil prices could surge to $100 per barrel and beyond after Iran conducted an aerial attack on Israel, reigniting concerns of a regional war.

  • Iran carried out an aerial attack on Israel on Saturday night, launching over 300 drones and missiles, marking the first direct military attack by Iran on the Jewish state.

  • Insufficient investment renders the supply more fragile, raising the likelihood of a 'super spike well above $100' if the supply is disrupted.

  • Recent months have seen oil prices rise due to trade disruptions and delays caused by maritime attacks in the Red Sea by the Houthis, who express solidarity with the Palestinian people.
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EM Stocks Set for Worst Week in 2 Years Amid Safe Haven Demand: Emerging-market stocks and currencies weakened on Friday as the escalation of tension in the ...
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EM Stocks Set for Worst Week in 2 Years Amid Safe Haven Demand
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Woodside revenue falls from prior quarter on lower LNG, oil prices: Woodside Energy posted a fall in first-quarter revenue on Friday compared with the previous ...
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Woodside revenue falls from prior quarter on lower LNG, oil prices
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Singapore's key exports fall by 20.7% in March, worse than analyst estimates: SINGAPORE: Singapore's non-oil domestic exports (NODX) contracted 20 ...
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Singapore's key exports fall by 20.7% in March, worse than analyst ...