Hungary threatens block EU sanctions on Russia over Ukraine pipeline dispute A unanimous decision from the 27-nation bloc is required for the sanctions to pass The Independent UK · Feb 22
So How Do You Actually Use Lava Stone Diffusers? Here's What You Should Know About This Fragrance Format Before Using It to Scent Your Space From how much essential oil to use to how often to refresh your diffuser and more... Livingetc · Feb 22
Slovakia's Fico threatens to cut off electricity supply to Ukraine unless Russian oil flows resume Prime Minister Robert Fico has said he will to cut off his country's emergency electricity supply to Ukraine unless Kyiv resumes pumping Russian oil to Slovakia. Euronews · Feb 21
The common household items that carry hidden health risks Developing scalp boils, tooth decay and fungal infections may be easier than you might think The Independent UK · Feb 21
Venezuelan Interim President Delcy Rodríguez For Now Managing To Walk Fine Line Between Demands From U.S. and Regime Loyalists Experts say interim Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez is navigating U.S. pressure while maintaining support from Maduro loyalists and the military after Maduro's capture. Latin Times · Feb 21
Through the lens: the beauty of the Congo Basin and its fragile future The Congo Basin rainforest is the world’s largest carbon sink, absorbing more carbon dioxide than the Amazon. Often described as Africa’s “green lung”, it helps regulate the global climate, with peatlands that lock away huge amounts of carbon. But the region is under pressure from deforestation, industrial logging and plans… Radio France Internationale · Feb 21
Hungary says it will block a key EU loan to Ukraine until Russian oil shipments resume Hungary says it is blocking a major EU loan for Ukraine until Russian oil starts flowing again through the Druzhba pipeline The Independent UK · Feb 21
'Cuba's healthcare system is being pushed to the brink by US blockades,' says health minister Cuba’s Health Minister says the country is headed to a catastrophic humanitarian crisis, saying the US blockade of oil on his country is rendering hospitals helpless and puts thousands of lives at risk. Euronews · Feb 21
Trump loves cheap gas—but a military conflict in Iran could nearly double your price at the pump As Trump builds the biggest military force since 2003 outside Iran, the U.S. impacts could swing from $2.50 to $5 gasoline. Fortune · Feb 21
Ukraine war briefing: Hungary threatens to block €90bn EU loan to Kyiv in oil row Viktor Orbán demands Ukraine reopen Druzhba pipeline for Russian deliveries; Zelenskyy says Ukraine is not losing the war. What we know on day 1,459 The Guardian - AU · Feb 21
Supreme Court blunts President Trump's energy weapon The ruling "absolutely will limit Trump's ability to wield tariffs for geopolitical pressure," Columbia's Trevor Sutton said. Axios · Feb 21
Cuba's health care system pushed to the brink by US fuel blockade, Cuban minister says Cuban officials say a U.S. fuel blockade is pushing Cuba’s health system toward collapse and putting lives at risk The Independent UK · Feb 20
Cotton Rallies to Round Out the Week Cotton futures posted a rally or 110 to 150 points across most contracts on Friday, as March closed out the week with a 92 point gain. Crude oil futures was down 4 cents per barrel on the day at $66.36. The US dollar index was down $0.170 to $97.685. USDA’s... Barchart · Feb 20
Energy Demand Concerns Weigh on Crude Oil Prices March WTI crude oil (CLH26 ) on Friday closed down -0.04 (-0.06%), and March RBOB gasoline (RBH26 ) closed down -0.0093 (-0.46%). Crude oil and gasoline prices settled lower on Friday amid concerns about energy demand after the US Q4 GDP grew at a slower-than-expected pace. However, losses in crude... Barchart · Feb 20
Euronews · Feb 20 Hungary blocks €90 billion loan for Ukraine over damaged pipeline as tensions escalate Hungarian foreign minister accuses Ukraine of sabotage and says his country will block financial assistance for Kyiv until transit of Russian oil resumes. Ahead of a key election, Budapest ups its anti-Ukraine rhetoric.
Barchart · Feb 20 Cotton Rallying on Friday Cotton prices are up 98 to 150 points at Friday’s midday. Crude oil futures are down 8 cents per barrel on the day at $66.32. The US dollar index is down $0.175 to $97.695. USDA’s Export Sales report from this morning showed 466,253 RB of cotton sold in the week...
Barchart · Feb 20 Soybeans Slipping Following Supreme Court Ruling Soybeans are showing 2 to 3 ½ cent losses at Friday’s midday. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price was up 7 1/2 cents at $10.76 1/2. Soymeal futures are rallying $5.90 to $6.10 in the front months, with Soy Oil futures 81 to 87 points lower. We are closing...
Motor1 · Feb 20 Nissan Recalls 642,000 Rogue SUVs For Major Engine Issues Nissan is recalling 642,986 Rogue SUVs for potential problems with the automaker’s 1.5-liter three-cylinder VC Turbo engine. The two recalls affect 2023-2025 models, some of which were fixed under a previous recall, while others are affected by both new ones.
Barchart · Feb 20 Crude Oil Prices Pull Back on Energy Demand Concerns March WTI crude oil (CLH26 ) today is down -0.47 (-0.71%), and March RBOB gasoline (RBH26 ) is down -0.0070 (-0.35%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are moving lower today amid concerns about energy demand after US Q4 GDP grew at a slower-than-expected pace. However, losses in crude are limited...
The Independent UK · Feb 20 Villagers warned not to drink tap water after oil spills into river Authorities will distribute bottled-water, as tap water ban set to ‘last several days’
Clever Dude · Feb 20 6 Used Car Problems That Only Show Up After Winter Winter doesn’t gently fade away. It leaves fingerprints on your car. Road salt, freezing temperatures, potholes, and months of cold starts all take their toll, and many of those problems wait patiently until the weather warms up before they show themselves. That delay makes spring the season of unpleasant automotive…
Barchart · Feb 20 Cotton Rallying on Friday Morning Cotton prices are up 75 to 85 points so far on Friday AM trade. Futures posted gains of 26 to 38 points across most contracts on Thursday. Crude oil futures were up $1.24 per barrel on the day at $66.43. The US dollar index was up $0.139 to $97.760. The...
GOBankingRates · Feb 20 Gas Prices Could Jump Within Days If Trump Moves on Iran Rising U.S.-Iran risks are rattling oil markets. Find out what it means for gas prices, transportation costs, groceries and travel as supply fears grow.
Fortune · Feb 20 Voter fury and the American energy ‘paradox’: Higher utility bills, record oil and gas production—and 45% of the world’s data centers Electricity prices are soaring by as much as 267% in some areas of the U.S., and voters are noticing.
Marie Claire · Feb 20 I Can’t Believe I’m Saying This, But Shower Oils Gave My Lengthy Body Care Routine the Boot As someone who is very anti all-in-one formulas, that’s saying something.