The Latest Breaking News from Oil

Oil tankers divert from Venezuela after Trump threatens ‘total blockade’ of sanctioned ships

Hundreds of ships have been sanctioned, part of a massive shadow fleet of often aging vessels that has proliferated in recent years

The Independent UK · Dec 17, 2025

Experts Bust 7 Dangerous Car Myths Drivers Still Believe

Although I’ve been out of the automotive industry (repair shops, anyway) for about five years, there are a number of things I’ve heard people say that just aren’t true. Many folks rely on outdated advice or something their dad always told them. But as technology in your vehicle evolves, so…

Clever Dude · Dec 17, 2025

Crude Prices Rise as Global Geopolitical Risks Escalate

January WTI crude oil (CLF26 ) on Wednesday closed up +0.67 (+1.21%), and January RBOB gasoline (RBF26 ) closed up +0.0134 (+0.80%). Crude oil and gasoline prices rose on Wednesday amid heightened geopolitical risks in Venezuela and Russia. President Trump ordered a blockade of sanctioned tankers off Venezuela, and the...

Barchart · Dec 17, 2025

Soybeans Bouncing Off Midweek Lows

Soybeans are trading with contracts down 1 to 2 1/2 cents on Wednesday, with futures bouncing off the early session lows. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price is 2 ¾ cents lower at $9.89 1/4. Soymeal futures are $3.30 lower, with Soy Oil futures steady at midday. USDA reported...

Barchart · Dec 17, 2025

Stephen Miller Echoes Trump on Venezuela, Calls Country's Oil Nationalization 'Largest Recorded Theft of American Wealth'

Stephen Miller, president Trump's White House Deputy Chief of Staff, endorsed the president's claims that Venezuela's oil nationalization constituted a massive theft from the United States.

Latin Times · Dec 17, 2025

Stocks rise as inflation dips and oil price rebounds

The headline Consumer Prices Index rose 3.2% year-on-year in November, slowing from 3.6% in October.

Evening Standard · Dec 17, 2025

RWA Tokenization Will Reinvigorate DeFi In 2026

RWA tokenization is injecting fresh liquidity into DeFi, transforming idle capital and bridging traditional assets with onchain finance in 2026.

International Business Times · Dec 17, 2025

Wartales Curse of Rigel DLC Guide – Best Tips, POIs & More

The Curse of Rigel DLC is the latest Wartales expansion, which added a new county, Weald exploration, transformation-based units, and various long-form

Pro Game Guides · Dec 17, 2025

7 Grocery Store Finds That Make Impressive Last-Minute Christmas Gifts

The grocery store is rarely the first place that comes to mind when you think of holiday gift shopping. However, amidst the frozen peas and paper towels, everyday supermarkets hide distinct pockets of luxury. For the food lover in your life, a thoughtfully curated bundle of high-quality ingredients is often…

Grocery Coupon Guide · Dec 17, 2025

Rising Global Geopolitical Tensions Lift Crude Prices

January WTI crude oil (CLF26 ) today is up +0.76 (+1.38%), and January RBOB gasoline (RBF26 ) is up +0.0166 (+0.99%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are rising today amid heightened geopolitical risks in Venezuela and Russia. President Trump ordered a blockade of sanctioned tankers off Venezuela, and the US...

Barchart · Dec 17, 2025