Man Gets His Oil Changed At Valvoline. Then ChatGPT Gives Him Conflicting Advice “If two or more of those describe your typical driving..." Motor1 · Oct 15
IMF warns attacks on Saudi Arabia could hurt global economy after strike on Aramco headquarters Aramco's headquarters has been hit, flights are suspended and oil prices are rising. The IMF warns that the economic fallout from attacks on Saudi Arabia could be felt worldwide. Euronews · Oct 15
Ukraine resumes attacks on Russian oil refineries, officials say, after brief truce Officials say Ukraine has launched a drone and missile attack on a Russian oil refinery The Independent UK · Oct 15
Bessent urges World Bank to end restrictions on upstream oil, gas financing US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged the World Bank to ease restrictions on oil and gas financing, support deep-sea mining, and reform procurement policies. He also advocated nuclear energy investments and stronger IMF scrutiny of global economic imbalances, reflecting the Trump administration’s push to reshape multilateral institutions around American priorities. The Economic Times · Oct 15
Kallas: Ukraine’s attacks on Russian refineries constitute self-defence EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas says Ukraine’s strikes on Russian refineries are legitimate, as Kyiv vows to resume them despite Trump’s energy ceasefire. Euronews · Oct 15
UK Warns Argentina Over 'Economic Coercion' as Sea Lion Oil Project Faces Tribunal Challenge The UK will join Argentina's legal challenge over the Sea Lion oil project while proposing protections for businesses, as both countries maintain opposing positions on Falkland Islands sovereignty. International Business Times UK · Oct 15
The Houthis’ Saudi attacks are ‘unprecedented.’ Trump wants to ‘ignore’ until the midterms, but the chaos may force U.S. to respond The Houthis are “misbehaving very badly,” but the U.S. is doing little in reply—for now. Fortune · Oct 15
Chevron CEO warns oil buffers that cushioned the Iran war shock have been ‘drained’—and diesel relief may not come until 2027 Mike Wirth says commercial stockpiles, emergency reserves, and once-sanctioned barrels have all been tapped, leaving the global energy system more exposed just weeks before the midterms. Fortune · Oct 15
EU leaders enter crunch talks on energy, China and the budget Good morning from Brussels, where EU leaders are about to kick off a two-day summit. On their menu today: soaring energy prices, China trade ties and the showdown over the EU’s next long-term budget. Let’s dive in. Euronews · Oct 15
Why Did Vishnu Call a Farmer His Greatest Devotee? Can someone who remembers God only twice a day be a greater devotee than a sage who chants His name constantly? This question lies at the heart of a popular story about Narad Muni and Lord Vishnu. Confident that no one could match his devotion, Narad asks Vishnu to name… MyLifeXP · Oct 15
Silver ETFs fall up to 5% as high oil prices weigh on sentiment. What should investors do? Silver ETFs fell sharply on Thursday as elevated crude oil prices and uncertainty over US inflation data weighed on sentiment. Experts expect continued volatility amid interest rate concerns, dollar movements and geopolitical tensions. They advise long-term investors to consider accumulating gold and silver gradually while cautioning traders against short selling. The Economic Times · Oct 15
Gas industry urged to pull 'emergency brake' on warming A powerful greenhouse gas responsible for about a third of global warming is not being accurately measured by many oil and gas producers, a report has found. AAP · Oct 15
Trump may decide India's fate over 100% tariff risk in 10 days US President Donald Trump is expected to decide within the next 10 days whether to invoke Russia sanctions provisions that could expose India and other buyers of Russian oil and gas to tariffs of up to 100%. US Ambassador Sergio Gor said the decision rests with Trump, while expressing confidence… The Economic Times · Oct 15
The global economy is muddling through against the odds. But a storm is coming Finance ministers gathering for the IMF annual meeting know the need for multilateral cooperation to deal with many crises. There is little chance of that, says Guardian columnist Larry Elliott The Guardian - UK · Oct 15
The Independent UK · Oct 15 How to cook an Indian feast at home, according to a Michelin-starred chef From a fragrant chicken biryani to a fiery Rajasthani lamb curry and beautifully spiced cutlets, Aktar Islam, the chef behind Birmingham’s two-Michelin-starred Opheem, shows Hannah Twiggs how to bring a little restaurant magic into the home kitchen
The Economic Times · Oct 15 Sensex on fire! 1,500-point rally puts bulls back in the driver’s seat. What just happened? Sensex surged 1,534 points and Nifty gained nearly 375 points on Thursday, rebounding after the previous session’s decline. Gains in IT, banking and consumer stocks lifted sentiment. Falling oil prices and rupee strength also supported the market amid global volatility and concerns over US inflation.
Times Life · Oct 15 Why Hyaluronic Acid Dries You Out in a North Indian Winter What Hyaluronic Acid Actually DoesHyaluronic acid is a humectant. It draws water molecules toward itself and holds them at the surface of the skin. In a humid environment, it pulls that water from the air around you. In a dry one, with no ambient moisture to draw from, it reaches…
Times Life · Oct 15 Taant or Garad: Which Bengali Weave Survives Four Days of Puja Heat What the Weaves Actually AreTaant is a plain-weave cotton sari made on a pit loom in Shantipur or Fulia, in Nadia district. The warp and weft are single-ply cotton, sometimes with a zari border, and the fabric is woven at a thread count that keeps it genuinely porous. A standard…
The Economic Times · Oct 15 Asia set to ‘continue to outpace the world’, says IMF, as it asks central banks to stay focused on price stability Asia's central banks are advised to potentially tighten monetary policy in response to rising inflation expectations. Inflation has been impacted by an oil shock from the ongoing Middle East war, raising near-term price expectations. The International Monetary Fund emphasizes the need for clear communication from central banks on maintaining price…
The Economic Times · Oct 15 Oil Price Today (October 15): Crude oil dips to $105 despite rising Middle East tensions. Here’s why Brent crude futures declined $1.50, or 1.41%, to $104.55 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures dropped $1.02, or 1.07%, to $94.07. Both benchmarks reversed gains made in the previous session.
The Economic Times · Oct 15 Oil prices fall as investors weigh supply outlook, Middle East tensions Oil prices experienced a downturn as investors weigh the repercussions of shipping assaults in the Strait of Hormuz, particularly from Houthi attacks on Saudi Aramco, heightening supply disruption fears. In response, the US is considering relaxing sanctions on oil transport vessels to stabilize consumer prices. Meanwhile, increased Russian oil production…
The Economic Times · Oct 15 Houthis hit Aramco headquarters as Iran war widens across Saudi Arabia Houthi rebels reportedly targeted the headquarters of Saudi Aramco in Dhahran, inflicting damage on upper floors. Civil defense reports indicate that debris from intercepted strikes caused injuries near Riyadh. The Houthis assert these attacks are retaliation against Saudi aggression in Yemen. Efforts for a ceasefire have gained traction with regional…
The Economic Times · Oct 15 Stocks in news: Reliance Industries, Jio Financial, Tata Tech, HDB Financial and Wipro Indian equity benchmarks ended lower after a volatile session influenced by strong wholesale inflation and elevated crude oil prices. The Nifty 50 declined, testing the support zone of 22,580-22,620, which might weaken with repeated tests. Several companies, such as Reliance Industries and Tata Technologies, are expected to be in focus…
The Guardian - UK · Oct 14 Stopping Pip for ADHD or autism would not make big savings, says thinktank Resolution Foundation says ‘crude changes’ to benefits system would probably make it harder for people to work
Evening Standard · Oct 14 Ten unions call on Burnham to reject drilling at Rosebank oil field The UK Government has still to announce if drilling at the Rosebank oil field – the largest untapped field in the North Sea – can go ahead.