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Apr 05 2026FINANCE

India's Oil Play: How Geopolitics Made Iran a Surprising Supplier Again

India just bought oil from Iran for the first time in years, and it didn't even have to jump through payment hoops. Normally, that wouldn't be news—countries trade oil all the time. But this deal stands out because it happened during a messy time in the Middle East, when key shipping routes got tang

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Apr 05 2026POLITICS

EU Countries Push for Fair Energy Profit Rules

Five European countries want energy giants to share extra profits from high fuel costs. Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal and Austria signed a letter asking the EU to tax sudden gains made by energy firms. The push comes as rising oil prices from Middle East tensions squeeze household budgets. The mi

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Apr 05 2026POLITICS

Europe’s energy crisis: why some leaders want oil bosses to share the pain

Five European finance chiefs have fired off a letter demanding EU-wide curbs on energy profits. The move comes as Middle East tensions make oil tankers rare, pushing petrol and heating bills higher. Spain’s economy minister joined colleagues from Germany, Italy, Portugal and Austria to argue that wh

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Apr 04 2026POLITICS

Congo Considers Taking in US Deportees

The Democratic Republic of Congo is currently in early-stage talks with the US government about accepting migrants who have been deported from America. These migrants would first be sent by US authorities to a third country—possibly Congo—before facing removal from Africa. Two local officials in Kin

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Apr 04 2026BUSINESS

Oil Flows Hit Snags in Russia After Port Attacks

Russia’s main Baltic Sea ports, Ust-Luga and Primorsk, have been out of action for two weeks straight because of drone strikes that damaged key infrastructure. These ports normally handle most of Russia’s oil exports, but now refineries are scrambling to find backup routes. The attacks, which hit Us

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Apr 04 2026ENVIRONMENT

Blue crabs taking over the Mediterranean: a problem turned into an opportunity?

The Atlantic blue crab didn't always live in the Mediterranean. It first arrived quietly in the 20th century. Then, warmer waters from climate change helped it spread fast. By 2019-2020, its numbers exploded. The Northern Adriatic Sea became one of the worst-hit areas. Scientists call this tropicali

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Apr 04 2026BUSINESS

Two Brothers, One Beer, and a Golf Course – A Fresh Twist on Sports Sponsorships

A beer brand from Columbus, Ohio is stepping onto the green ahead of golf’s biggest showdown. Garage Beer, founded by NFL stars Travis and Jason Kelce, recently teamed up with Malbon Golf, a company blending golf fashion with streetwear culture. Their goal isn’t just selling a drink – it’s about kee

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Apr 04 2026HEALTH

Can city air lead to nerve damage? New research takes a closer look

Big cities often promise excitement, but they also bring dirty air. Now a large study in the UK is asking if breathing that air for years might harm the nerves in our bodies. Scientists tracked thousands of adults over time to see whether heavy exposure to tiny floating particles and gases from traf

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Apr 04 2026FINANCE

Farmers tighten belts as tractor prices hit new highs

Farm shows across North America this spring told a clear story: farmers are cutting back on big purchases. With prices for machinery, fuel, and fertilizer climbing higher than ever, most are choosing to keep their old equipment a little longer. A dealer in Saskatchewan explained it simply: "They won

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Apr 04 2026POLITICS

Cuba's Big Prison Release Sparks Questions About Who Really Walks Free

Cuba started letting out over 2, 000 prisoners on Friday, calling it a big act of mercy. This comes right after the government faced huge pressure from the U. S. , which has been pushing for changes in how Cuba treats people it calls political prisoners. The amnesty is the biggest in a decade, but n

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