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Yonhapworld51 min ago
South Korean refiner shares rise while broader market falls after Russia bans diesel exports
SK Innovation and S-Oil shares climbed more than 5 percent on July 13 after Russia halted diesel exports. The move followed Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries and tightened global supplies.
variety.comfinance3 hrs ago
Diesel in New York Harbor Reaches $140 per Barrel
@MarioNawfal reported that diesel prices in New York Harbor climbed to $140 per barrel from $85 before the war. Jeffrey Currie, director of Abaxx Commodity Exchange, linked the rise to depleted storage and halted shipments through the strait.
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Washington Examinerpolitics5 hrs ago
Iran shipped 80 million barrels of oil before U.S. blockade reinstated
Iran exported over 80 million barrels of crude oil and refined products in the 26 days after a U.S. blockade was lifted and before it was reimposed. The shipments were valued at more than $6 billion.
Fortunefinance5 hrs ago
U.S. Military Begins Third Night of Strikes Against Iran
CNBC reported multiple developments including military action, a Senate nomination, budget figures, a court ruling, shipping plans and data center technology.
app.buzzsumo.combusiness5 hrs ago
Exelon CEO Says U.S. Faces Blackouts by 2027
Exelon CEO Calvin Butler said on July 13 that the U.S. could face widespread blackouts by 2027. He called for state approval to build new power plants as investment lags demand growth.
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news.google.compolitics6 hrs ago
Estonian minister says Russian leader faces internal threats over fuel shortages
An Estonian official stated that Russian leader Vladimir Putin and his family could face personal danger as fuel shortages spread across Russia. The comments followed Ukrainian strikes on energy infrastructure that triggered rationing in more than half the country.
globalnews.cabusiness7 hrs ago
Canada, Alberta and five oilsands firms sign deal to advance carbon capture and new pipeline
The Alberta government, Ottawa and five major oilsands producers signed a memorandum of understanding on July 2 to advance the Pathways carbon capture and storage project. The deal is a condition for a new West Coast pipeline. Cbc reported the agreement was announced the followin…
upi.comworld7 hrs ago
U.S. Treasury Sanctions Cuba Tourism Ministry and Two State Firms
The Treasury Department imposed sanctions on Cuba's Ministry of Tourism, GEMAR, and GECOMEX on Monday. Companies have until August 12 to end existing contracts.
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theblaze.comworld7 hrs ago
European Union member states to debate methane-emissions rules for importers
European Union member states will discuss this week how the bloc's methane-emissions rules for importers affect regional energy security. The rules target methane leaks from imported fuels.
finance8 hrs ago
IEA Head Says Europe Made Major Mistake on Electrification
Fatih Birol stated that Europe's 23 percent electrification rate is a major mistake holding back competitiveness. The European Commission plans measures next week to lower electricity taxes and promote heat pumps and electric vehicles.
nbcnews.compolitics9 hrs ago
U.S. Denies Iranian Claims of Strikes in Kuwait as Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz
U.S. Central Command rejected reports that three American service members were killed in Iranian strikes in Kuwait. The denial followed Iranian claims of drone attacks and coincided with the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Los Angeles Timesfinance9 hrs ago
AI data center spending lifts chip and electricity prices
Investment by four large technology companies is expected to reach $720 billion this year, mostly for data centers. The spending has raised prices for memory chips and electricity, with some consumer electronics already costing more.
Al Jazeerapolitics9 hrs ago
Iraqi Prime Minister Travels to Washington for Energy Talks and Security Meetings With Trump
Ali al-Zaidi heads to the United States this week for his first foreign trip since taking office in May, with energy and trade agreements expected.
news.sky.compolitics9 hrs ago
UK Petrol Averages 151.19p per Litre as Oil Prices Rise
Average UK petrol prices reached 151.19p per litre and diesel 164.85p per litre, up 0.05p daily over the past week. The increases follow a 3.4 percent jump in Brent crude to nearly $79 a barrel. More than 10 million motorists are expected to travel as schools break for summer.
business9 hrs ago
Utility-Scale Solar Costs Rose 18 Percent Yet Stay Below New Gas Plants
Lazard released its Levelized Cost of Energy+ analysis on July 13, 2026. Unsubsidized utility-scale solar LCOE increased to $40-$98/MWh yet stayed below other new-build options. Combined-cycle gas plants reached a 15-year high at $48-$107/MWh.
Al-Monitorpolitics36 min agoUpdated
U.S. Announces Blockade on Iranian Ships and 20% Transit Fee After Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz
President Trump said the United States is reinstating a naval blockade on Iranian vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and will charge 20 percent of cargo value on all transits. The announcement followed Iran's closure of the waterway after a commercial ship took an unapproved route.
theconversation.comfinance10 hrs ago
Global CO2-Equivalent Emissions Rose 1.1 Percent to 41 Billion Tons in 2025
The Energy Institute released its 2026 Statistical Review of World Energy on July 13, 2026. Emissions rose 1.1 percent to 41.0 billion metric tons despite renewable growth.
al-monitor.compolitics10 hrs ago
Iraqi Prime Minister to Visit White House; Cabinet Approves U.S. Energy Deals, Replaces Russian Operator
Ali al-Zaidi will meet President Donald Trump during a July 13-18 trip focused on oil, gas and power investments. The agenda follows cabinet approvals for U.S. firms and a policy shift after the Iran war.
rigzone.combusiness11 hrs ago
Masdar Secures $5.1 Billion Financing for Abu Dhabi Solar and Battery Project
Masdar secured financing on July 13, 2026, for a 5.2-gigawatt solar plant paired with 19 gigawatt-hours of battery storage in Abu Dhabi. The project requires $6.1 billion in total capital and is expected online in 2027.
world11 hrs ago
Brazil Draft Requires State Stake in Private Uranium Mining Ventures
A draft policy would permit private companies to partner in Brazil's uranium sector. The state-owned nuclear firm must retain at least a 20 percent stake in each project. The measure appears in a document reviewed by Bloomberg.
The Guardianfinance11 hrs ago
Brent Crude Rises Over 3 Percent to $78.62 a Barrel on July 13
Oil prices climbed in London trading while remaining below $80. European shares traded mixed and Asian markets fell sharply as Opec cut its 2026 demand growth forecast.
nypost.comworld13 hrs ago
U.S. Central Command Strikes Dozens of Iranian Military Targets
Strikes hit air-defense systems, coastal radar, missile and drone sites, and small boats across Iran early Monday. The operation targets threats to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
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The Guardianworld13 hrs ago
European Heatwave Lowers River Levels While Typhoon Bavi Disrupts Transport Across East Asia
Above-average temperatures and low rainfall across western and central Europe have reduced river levels and raised water temperatures. The conditions forced a temporary reactor shutdown at one French nuclear plant and increased wildfire risk in Spain.
theconversation.comworld15 hrs ago
Nigeria Crude Output Hits 1.56 Million Barrels Daily in June
Nigeria produced an average of 1.56 million barrels of crude oil per day in June 2026, exceeding its OPEC quota by 4 percent. The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission reported the figure Sunday, marking the highest monthly total since April 2020.
The Independentworld15 hrs ago
FCC Approves Test of One Sunlight-Reflecting Satellite
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission cleared Reflect Orbital to launch one satellite that will bounce sunlight toward Earth. The test will assess uses for solar power and area lighting while larger orbital plans advance.
Yonhapworld16 hrs ago
South Korea, U.S. and Japan Sign Pact on Small Modular Reactors
Foreign ministers from South Korea, the United States and Japan signed a memorandum of cooperation on small modular reactors on July 7 in Ankara. The agreement creates a framework for joint advancement into the Indo-Pacific SMR market.
cicnews.comworld16 hrs ago
Canada Expands Greener Homes Retrofit Program to Four Provinces, Newfoundland and Labrador Still Pending
Federal ministers announced funding agreements on June 29 to extend the Canada Greener Homes Affordability Program to Quebec, British Columbia, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. Manitoba launched the program in September 2025. Newfoundland and Labrador remains in negotiations…
benzinga.comfinance16 hrs ago
European Natural Gas Prices Rise 3 Percent on Hormuz Tensions
Europe’s benchmark natural gas prices opened 3% higher Monday after renewed U.S.-Iran tensions over the Strait of Hormuz prompted Qatar to suspend maritime activity. The August 2026 Dutch TTF contract rebounded above 50 euros per megawatt-hour.
Forbesfinance17 hrs ago
U.S. Advances Legislation to Sanction Buyers of Russian Oil, Uranium and Natural Gas
The United States announced it will proceed with legislation targeting purchasers of Russian energy exports. The measures would impose heavy tariffs on imports from countries buying Russian oil, uranium and natural gas. Russia's economy depends on fossil fuel revenues that total…
business3 hrs agoUpdated
South Bow to Pay $26.9 Million Penalty and Spend $40 Million on Pipeline Safety After 2022 Kansas Spill
A proposed settlement filed in U.S. District Court in Kansas requires South Bow to pay a civil penalty and spend roughly $40 million on prevention measures after the largest onshore crude pipeline spill in the United States in nine years. The agreement resolves allegations that t…
middleeasteye.networld10 hrs agoUpdated
Fertilizer Ship Transits Into Persian Gulf Fall While Six Commercial Vessels Cross Strait of Hormuz
Tanker tracking data show just four empty vessels booked for fertilizer cargoes entered the Gulf since June 30. Pre-conflict weekly loadings from the region have dropped from 20-40 ships to around five.
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asiaone.comfinance18 hrs ago
Six Tankers Clear Strait of Hormuz in Dark Mode on Sunday
Tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz fell sharply on Sunday with all six vessels operating without transponders. Qatar suspended all maritime activity the same day. No ships were observed transiting early Monday via AIS signals.
globalnews.caai18 hrs ago
EU Energy Ministers Sign First Tripartite Storage Agreement on June 26
Twenty-two member states pledged 30 to 35 gigawatts of new capacity by 2028 under the bloc's first tripartite deal. The European Commission will oversee annual progress tracking through 2028 as part of the Affordable Energy Plan.
Yonhapworld18 hrs ago
South Korea Plans Semiconductor and AI Projects Needing 24.7 GW Extra Power, with Nuclear Timeline Unclear
President Lee Jae Myung and industry leaders unveiled mega projects on June 29 targeting semiconductors, AI data centers and physical AI. The plans include a new cluster in Gwangju and existing construction in Yongin.
Fortunefinance1 day ago
U.S. Forces Conduct Five Rounds of Strikes Near Strait of Hormuz
U.S. forces carried out five rounds of attacks in the past week, including three in the last 24 hours. Oil futures rose 3.2 percent while U.S. stock futures declined less than half a percent.
benzinga.comfinance4 hrs agoUpdated
Oil Prices Rise After Weekend Strikes Between U.S. and Iran
Brent crude gained 4.7 percent to $79.59 a barrel and U.S. crude futures rose 3.4 percent. U.S. Central Command said the Strait of Hormuz remains open to lawful traffic.
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inman.comfinance1 day ago
U.S. Existing-Home Sales Fell in June While Median Price Hit Record High
Existing-home sales declined 2.4 percent in June to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.09 million units. The national median sales price rose 1.8 percent to $440,600, an all-time high.
Newsweekpolitics1 day ago
Retired U.S. general proposes seizing Iran's main oil-export island to pressure Tehran
McKenzie said on CBS that occupying the oil terminal would give the U.S. leverage in talks with Iran. The comments followed U.S. airstrikes on Iranian targets after an attack on a commercial ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
csmonitor.combusiness1 day ago
France Limits Nuclear Output at Three Plants but Grants Heatwave Exemption at Bugey
France's main energy provider shut down three reactors and reduced output at eight others on July 12 to meet environmental regulations during a heatwave. The Economy Ministry granted a temporary exemption for one plant to maintain grid security.
ndtv.comfinance1 day ago
U.S. Remains Top Oil Producer and Consumer as Global Output and Demand Rise
The 2026 Statistical Review of World Energy shows the United States as the top oil producer and consumer. U.S. total liquids output reached 21.1 million barrels per day while consumption hit 19.4 million barrels per day.
al-monitor.compolitics1 day agoUpdated
Iraqi Prime Minister to Visit Washington for Oil and Gas Deals and Security Talks
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi will travel to Washington on Monday to sign several memorandums of understanding in the oil and gas sector. The visit follows a U.S. invitation and will also address steps to strengthen Iraq's armed forces.
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rigzone.compolitics1 day ago
U.S. Oil Production Hits Record 21.1 Million Barrels Daily in 2025
Fossil fuels supplied 86% of global energy use last year while the world consumed more energy than at any point on record. The United States remained the top natural gas producer and petroleum products exporter.
uctoday.comfinance1 day ago
Qatar Orders All Maritime Vessels to Suspend Sailing in Its Waters
Qatar's Ministry of Transport directed every type of vessel to stop operations until further notice. The order follows attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and recent U.S. strikes on Iranian targets.
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asiaone.comfinance2 days ago
Oman Proposes Two Separately Controlled Routes in Strait of Hormuz
Oman has proposed managing traffic through a southern corridor under Omani control and a northern corridor requiring Iranian approval. The plan has not been finalized.
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asiaone.comworld1 day agoUpdated
Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz After US Strikes Kill 17 and Damage Ship
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps navy closed the Strait of Hormuz on July 12 except for the northern Iranian route. The action followed a warning shot at a Cyprus-flagged container ship that used an unauthorized passage.
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winnipegfreepress.comworld2 days ago
Meta to Build First Canadian Data Centre in Alberta, Drawing 970 Megawatts from Grid
Cbc reported that Meta Platforms will build a data centre valued at more than $13 billion northeast of Edmonton. The project includes $60 million in local infrastructure upgrades and power arrangements tied to a new natural gas plant.
middleeasteye.networld2 days ago
Iran and US Impose New Measures on Strait of Hormuz Traffic After Attacks
Iran and the United States presented opposing narratives on Saturday about traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. Both sides exchanged threats while pursuing talks through mediators. The exchanges followed the assassination of Iran's former supreme leader.
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freepressjournal.inbusiness2 days ago
Gasoline, diesel and jet fuel prices rise as crude oil costs ease
Refined fuel prices in the United States and Europe have increased even as global crude benchmarks declined. The divergence has raised costs for summer travelers and added to inflation concerns.
thehindu.combusiness2 days ago
Cuba Suffers Second Nationwide Blackout in Five Days
Cuba experienced its second nationwide blackout in five days on Friday. The outage stems from energy and economic crises worsened by a six-month U.S. fuel blockade, France 24 reported.
ndtv.comfinance2 days ago
Global Oil Demand Projected to Fall in 2026 for First Time Since 2020
The International Energy Agency forecasts a drop of about 1 million barrels per day amid higher prices and supply disruptions from the U.S.-Iran war. May demand fell 5.3 million barrels per day from a year earlier, led by a sharp contraction in China.
Washington Examinerpolitics2 days ago
Wyoming Governor Plans Court Challenge as California Bill Advances on Oakland Coal Terminal
Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon said he will sue if California blocks the West Gateway Terminal in Oakland. The project received $75 million in federal funding under the Defense Production Act last month.
theiranproject.comworld2 days ago
China Tells Major Refiners to Keep Fuel Output High Amid Persian Gulf Disruptions
China directed some major refiners to keep fuel output high to protect domestic consumers amid strikes threatening Persian Gulf shipments. The move arrives during recurring regional disruptions and may offset global supply shortfalls, @business reported.
The Independentpolitics1 day agoUpdated
Oman Hosts Strait of Hormuz Lane Talks After U.S. Strikes on Iran and Iranian Strikes on Bases in Kuwait and Bahrain
President Trump called on Iran to take responsibility for recent strikes on ships. Oman is mediating discussions with Iran to reopen a central shipping lane through the Strait of Hormuz.
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+3asiaone.comfinance3 days ago
Iran Attacks Tankers, U.S. Reinstates Oil Sanctions After Hormuz Deal Breaks Down
Iran struck tankers this week after the U.S. lifted its naval blockade and eased oil sanctions under a memorandum of understanding. Washington reinstated sanctions and threatened to restore the blockade, while Tehran called the move a breach of the agreement.
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newslaundry.comfinance3 days ago
Kazakhstan Extends Petroleum Export Ban to May 2027
Kazakhstan will keep its petroleum export ban in place until May 22, 2027, and has added new border controls with Russia. The measures follow gasoline shortages in Russia linked to Ukrainian strikes on refineries and renewed U.S.-Iran tensions near the Strait of Hormuz.
Los Angeles Timesfinance3 days ago
S&P 500 rises 0.4 percent as AI-related stocks advance
Major U.S. indexes closed higher Friday. The S&P 500 posted its fourth winning week in five, while SK Hynix shares rose 13.1 percent on their Nasdaq debut.
nypost.comworld3 days ago
Ukrainian Drone Strikes Cut Russian Refining Capacity, Triggering Fuel Shortages and Price Rises
Fuel shortages and price increases have spread across more than 50 Russian regions. Stavropol recorded gasoline at 150 rubles per liter, or about $7.50 per gallon, at independent stations.
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freepressjournal.inworld3 days ago
Freedom Fuel gas prices rise days after launch
Average prices for Freedom Fuel increased within days of the product's debut. GasBuddy data tracked the upward movement across participating stations.
washingtonpost.compolitics3 days ago
Russian Region Advises Remote Work to Cut Fuel Use
Officials in Russia's Tomsk region directed government employees and residents to work remotely and limit travel after fuel shortages worsened. The measures follow a July 6 strike on a nearby oil refinery.
news.sky.comworld3 days ago
UK Grid Operator Launches Internal Investigation After Allegations of Concealed Power Supply Risks
The UK's grid operator said it is starting an internal probe into claims that employees hid information about recent risks to the country's power supply. @business reported the announcement. No further details on the allegations or timeline were provided.