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thesouthafrican.compolitics2 days ago
Conservatives win Aberdeen South by-election
The Conservative candidate won the Aberdeen South by-election, the first such victory for the party in a Scottish Westminster seat in more than 50 years. Campaign arguments focused on government policy toward North Sea oil and gas development.
nationalobserver.combusiness24 days ago
Britain Requires North Sea Gas Until Net Zero Target Reached
A newspaper editorial states that the United Kingdom will continue to need North Sea gas supplies until the country achieves its net-zero emissions goal. The piece criticizes a proposed ban on new oil and gas exploration licenses.
rigzone.comfinance26 days ago
North Sea energy firms report declining UK investment confidence
A survey of 121 energy-sector organizations found most still see long-term potential in the North Sea if fiscal and regulatory settings remain stable. Several operators said overseas markets are expected to overtake domestic revenue within five years.
GB Newsworld50 days agoUpdated
Humpback Whale Timmy Released into North Sea After Stranding Off Germany
A humpback whale nicknamed Timmy, stranded in shallow waters near Germany's Baltic Sea coast since March, was released from a barge in the North Sea on May 2, 2026. The rescue, funded by two wealthy entrepreneurs, involved transporting the 12-tonne, 40-foot animal after multiple…
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France 24world50 days agoUpdated
Humpback Whale Timmy Released Into North Sea After Multi-Week Rescue Operation
A humpback whale nicknamed Timmy, stranded in shallow waters off Germany's Baltic coast since March, was transported by barge and released into the North Sea on May 2, 2026. The rescue, financed by private entrepreneurs, followed failed attempts to guide the animal to deeper wate…