The Latest Breaking News from Oil

E.On claims war in Middle East has created huge increase in solar panel sales

Prices of crude oil and natural gas have rocketed in recent weeks

The Independent UK · Mar 29

Oil prices rise as Iran war escalates with Houthi attacks

The increase came as the war moved into its fifth week, showing little sign of abating.

Axios · Mar 29

Dow futures fall 300 points as Wall Street braces for potential U.S. ground assault on Iran and Houthi attacks that could slash oil supplies further

The 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit has arrived in the Middle East.

Fortune · Mar 29

Egypt’s early closing order jolts Cairo’s night life as war-driven oil costs soar

Egypt is imposing early closing times for shops, cafes and restaurants to cut oil use as energy prices surge during the war

The Independent UK · Mar 29

Texas Oil Heir Charles Brooks Jr. Ordered to Pay $1.1B After Toddler Left Permanently Disabled

A Texas jury sent a $1.1 billion message of accountability after an oil heir, Charles Brooks Jr.'s domestic manslaughter left a toddler with permanent disabilities.

Bored Panda · Mar 29

Kharg of the US brigade: Pentagon lines up troops to capture Iranian island that accounts for 90 per cent of its oil exports

The TOI correspondent from Washington: What began as a “little excursion” into Iran – as described by President Trump –- is now edging toward a full-scale invasion of the country, with U.S officials signaling the start of a broader military campaign, including the potential seizure of Kharg Island—Tehran’s most critical…

The Times of India · Mar 29

Russia was expecting a windfall from soaring oil prices, but relentless Ukrainian drone attacks are devastating nearly half its export capacity

Ukraine launched a series of drone attacks on Russia’s top export hubs, including Novorossiysk on the Black Sea as well as Primorsk and Ust-Luga on the Baltic Sea.

Fortune · Mar 29

Iran, Oil Prices and Other Key Things to Watch this Week

Markets enter a huge week as the final days of March bring an explosive convergence of catalysts including Friday's jobs report, Q1 vehicle production and delivery numbers from Tesla (TSLA), Rivian (RIVN), and major Chinese EV makers, and escalating Iran war concerns as President Trump's 10-day warning window approaches.

Barchart · Mar 29

Texas oil tycoon ordered to pay $1.1 billion after thrashing 2-year-old stepson, leaving him wheelchair-bound for life

A Texas oil heir has been ordered to pay a historic $1.1 billion to the young child he brutally beat, leaving him with severe injuries that require 24-hour care.

The Times of India · Mar 29

Check Spring Buds for Aphids Now – Getting Rid of Them As Soon As Possible Will Save Your Plants

These destructive critters are waking up and on the hunt for soft, fresh growth

Homes & Gardens · Mar 29