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Golden State Valkyries vs. Las Vegas Aces preview: A'ja Wilson continues campaign for fifth MVP
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UFC Fight Night start time for Manel Kape vs. Kyoji Horiguchi: Where to watch live on Paramount+
Elite flyweights clash on Saturday in Las Vegas with a potential title shot on the line
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UFC Fight Night predictions: Odds, expert picks for Manel Kape vs. Kyoji Horiguchi fight card
The pair of star flyweights meet in a pivotal main event on Saturday night in Las Vegas
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Abiodun gives assurance of safety as Ogun relocates students over methane gas pollution
The governor explained that the relocation became necessary to safeguard the health and safety of students, teachers, and other members of the school community The post Abiodun gives assurance of safety as Ogun relocates students over methane gas pollution appeared first on…
Via Politico
Climate protesters to take aim at FIFA’s Saudi oil sponsor
Activists are pivoting from the Los Angeles Dodgers to go after FIFA.
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Wife of Spanish PM Pedro Pedro Sánchez has passport revoked as court orders corruption trial
The case is one of several corruption affairs that have embroiled the Socialist leader’s family and former allies, threatening to topple his minority coalition government.
Via Africanews
Oil 'pouring through' Strait of Hormuz, Trump says, as he unveils new Air Force One
US president Donald Trump unveiled the new Airforce One, a jumbo jet formerly owned by Qatar. It features a navy blue and red exterior, a break from the traditional robin’s egg blue.
Via Euronews
Iran says Strait of Hormuz is closed again but traffic continues, according to monitoring
Iran's IRGC said it had closed the Strait of Hormuz over Israeli strikes on Lebanon, but CENTCOM said 55 ships carrying 17 million barrels of oil transited unhindered. Trump meanwhile warned of US tolls if a final deal was not reached within 60 days.
Via BBC World
Steve Rosenberg: Moscow oil refinery attack brings Russia's war with Ukraine closer to home
There are moments when life in Moscow feels completely normal - Thursday morning wasn't one of them, writes Steve Rosenberg.
Via France 24 Africa
Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline: an African dream that could reshape world energy markets
After two decades of delays, the colossal trans-Saharan gas megaproject to export Nigerian gas to Europe via Niger and Algeria is back in the spotlight with this month's announcement that construction of the Algerian section had rebegun. The pipeline, once completed, could…
Via Guardian Politics
Tory byelection victory gives Badenoch vital evidence to justify abandoning net zero
While the SNP’s recent issues put off some voters, the Tories’ support for North Sea oil drilling proved more decisive For the first time in 50 years, the Conservatives have won a byelection in Scotland, taking Aberdeen South from the Scottish National party and giving Kemi…
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Antarctic ice microbes might help cool the planet, study finds
A groundbreaking study led by South African scientists has uncovered thriving microbial communities within Antarctica's vast winter sea ice. These microorganisms produce compounds linked to climate-cooling gases, challenging previous assumptions and highlighting the frozen…
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Russia, Madagascar foreign ministers hold talks in Moscow
Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov welcomed his Madagascar counterpart, Alice N'Diaye, in Moscow on Friday
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UK law enforcement destroyed my reputation and integrity, ex-Nigerian oil minister tells BBC
Diezani Alison-Madueke was cleared of taking bribes from wealthy oil executives after six-month trial.
Via DW Africa
Women tackling coal dust and other eco wins this week
Indian women fight back against toxic coal dust, the US hits a solar milestone, and there's good news for soil in Kenya and cars worldwide.
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You can expect gas prices to remain elevated. Here's how to save
Maximize savings at the pump with these retail memberships, wholesalers and rewards credit cards.
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How Lanseria became the fault line in the PIC power struggle
The Public Investment Corporation (PIC) is embroiled in a significant governance crisis, stemming not from a recent whistleblower complaint, but from a long-standing dispute over Lanseria Airport. This saga has evolved into a broader contest over authority, oversight, and…
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Five ways the Iran peace deal could affect you and your money
With fuel and gas prices having fallen in recent days, we look at how the end of hostilities might affect you - in five charts.
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Bernie Sanders unveils $7 trillion plan to give Americans control of AI industry
Biggest AI firms will likely recoil at Bernie Sanders' AI wealth fund.
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Moscow residents complain of black rain after largest Ukrainian attack hits oil refinery
A refinery and a shopping centre burned after almost 200 Ukrainian drones were launched towards an area to the south-east of the Russian capital.
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Ukraine hits Moscow with ‘large-scale’ attack
🔴 🇺🇦 🇷🇺 #Ukraine targeted #Moscow's oil refinery in a wave of drone strikes early on Thursday, with the attack wounding at least 17 people. In a post on X, Ukrainian President Volodymyr #Zelensky said #Kyiv also struck targets in #Russia's Rostov region and in the occupied…
Via Guardian Europe
Moment fuel storage lid flies off Moscow refinery during drone attack – video
Footage shows the moment an explosion at an oil refinery in Moscow caused a fuel storage lid to fly off. The explosion was caused by a Ukrainian drone attack where one of Moscow’s most important energy facilities was damaged for the second time this week Moscow oil refinery…
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Ivory Coast, Ghana seek to create cocoa 'OPEC'
The two countries together account for 60% of global cocoa production
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Gas prices fall below $4 for the first time since March
Gas prices fell below $4 per gallon for the first time since March after more than three months of elevated prices as a result of the Iran war.
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Ukraine unleashes biggest attack on Moscow in years, setting a key oil refinery ablaze
Waves of Ukrainian drones hit a major oil refinery for the second time this week, disrupting flights and sending thick clouds of black smoke rising over the city Thursday morning.
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Egyptian pound becomes world's best-performing currency as oil prices collapse and investors confidence return
Egyptian pound becomes world's best-performing currency as oil prices collapse and investors confidence return Business Insider Africa
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Ukrainian drones hit oil refinery and residential building in Moscow – video
Flames and plumes of smoke filled the sky after a Moscow oil refinery was stuck in a Ukrainian drone attack. Up to 180 drones that were purportedly headed towards the Russian capital were shot down by air defence forces, according to Moscow's mayor. A high-rise residential…
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American oil giant joins South Africa’s first LNG import hub as coal-dependent economy races to secure future power supplies
American oil giant joins South Africa’s first LNG import hub as coal-dependent economy races to secure future power supplies Business Insider Africa
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‘A neoliberal nightmare’: my ride on the Vegas Loop – Elon Musk’s answer to traffic jams
Ten years ago, after complaining that traffic was ‘driving him nuts’, Musk’s Boring Company began building underground tunnels to ease congestion on the roads. Did he overpromise and underdeliver? It’s another blindingly bright day in Las Vegas but I’m 30ft underground and…
Via DW Europe
Is Russia heading for a fuel crisis?
Russia's fuel output is falling after Ukrainian drone strikes on refineries. Seasonal spikes in gasoline and diesel demand could push the system into a deeper crisis, experts say.
Via Business News Nigeria
NITDA, Tech Revolution Africa launch innovation pipeline for corporate-startup deals
NITDA, Tech Revolution Africa launch innovation pipeline for corporate-startup deals Business News Nigeria
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How could the US-Iran deal affect oil prices and the cost of food?
Experts warn the impact of the war will continue to affect the global economy for months to come.
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Oil and gas unlikely to return to prewar prices for months even if Hormuz reopens
Markets welcome US-Iran peace deal but prices may stay high as buyers race to refill depleted emergency crude stockpiles Oil prices hit three-month low and markets rally After more than 100 days of the greatest recorded disruption to the world’s energy supplies, the global oil…
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Catch up on the World Cup without any spoilers
It is a dilemma plenty of fans in the UK will have - and we are giving you the chance to follow the World Cup without spoilers.
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A $100 oil shock could expose the South Africa’s biggest economic weakness-S&P warns
A $100 oil shock could expose the South Africa’s biggest economic weakness-S&P warns Business Insider Africa
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The £5 coffee that tells a story of global economic turmoil
Coffees at some city centre outlets now cost £5. It's a story of tariffs, the climate, Gen Z cultural tastes, and savvy coffee farmers playing the market, writes Faisal Islam
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Africa’s richest man plans new Mombasa oil refinery: Why this matters
Africa’s richest man plans new Mombasa oil refinery: Why this matters Al Jazeera
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Madagascar’s mining freeze thaws at a crossroads of instability and global demand
Madagascar’s mining freeze thaws at a crossroads of instability and global demand African Mining Market
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Africa sees winners and losers as Iran war pushes up oil prices
Africa sees winners and losers as Iran war pushes up oil prices Al Jazeera
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Map: See how gas prices have changed in the county where you live
How much gas prices have increased during the Iran war depends entirely on where you live, an NBC News analysis of average gas price data from AAA shows.
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Graphic: Track U.S., state and county gas prices
Are gas prices declining? NBC News is tracking national, state and county prices at the pump.
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Why Trump’s eyes are on Iran’s Kharg Island — and why that's a risk
The island less than 20 miles off Iran accounts for more than 90% of the country's oil exports.
Via Egypt Oil & Gas
MoMPR Showcases Gold, Critical Mineral Opportunities to Investors at African Mining Indaba
MoMPR Showcases Gold, Critical Mineral Opportunities to Investors at African Mining Indaba Egypt Oil & Gas
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Egypt Highlights Mining Reforms,Potential in Africa’s Indaba Conference
Egypt Highlights Mining Reforms,Potential in Africa’s Indaba Conference Egypt Oil & Gas
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Can Uganda leverage oil to turn around economy? [Business Africa]
Can Uganda leverage oil to turn around economy? [Business Africa] africanews.com
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Nigeria, Egypt or Senegal: Who can spoil Morocco’s AFCON 2025 party?
Nigeria, Egypt or Senegal: Who can spoil Morocco’s AFCON 2025 party? Al Jazeera
Via CNN International
Markets digest bank earnings after recent turmoil
Via CNN International
Scientists identify secret ingredient in Leonardo da Vinci paintings
"Old Masters" such as Leonardo da Vinci, Sandro Botticelli and Rembrandt may have used proteins, especially egg yolk, in their oil paintings, according to a new study.
