‘Not acceptable in a democracy’: UN expert condemns lengthy Just Stop Oil sentences Michel Forst, UN special rapporteur, joins growing chorus of voices criticising jail terms handed to five defendants The Guardian - UK · Jul 19, 2024
Crude Pressured by Dollar Strength and Energy Demand Concerns August WTI crude oil (CLQ24 ) today is down -0.64 (-0.77%), and Aug RBOB gasoline (RBQ24 ) is down -1.85 (-0.74%). Crude oil and gasoline prices today are moderately lower. A stronger dollar today has undercut energy prices. Weakness in stocks today also undercut confidence in the economic outlook, which... Barchart · Jul 19, 2024
Just Stop Oil’s harsh sentences are the logical outcome of Britain’s authoritarian turn against protest Lengthy prison sentences have been imposed on five Just Stop Oil activists for coordinating direct action on the M25, the main ring road around London. For a non-violent protest, there is no equivalent in modern times. The Conversation · Jul 19, 2024
You may find Just Stop Oil annoying. You may dislike their tactics. But they do not belong in prison These protesters are shouting ‘fire’ while the world burns. A society that locks them up cannot be called democratic, say campaigners Chris Packham and Dale Vince The Guardian - UK · Jul 19, 2024
Just Stop Oil Co-Founder Jailed For 5 Years After 2022 M25 Protest That Affected Over 500K Vehicles Many of those who have supported the movement have shown concern over the court's decision to imprison the protesters. International Business Times UK · Jul 19, 2024
Just Stop Oil jail terms raise questions over harsh treatment of protesters Lengthy prison sentences seen by many as heavy-handed and prompt comparisons with other offences The Guardian - UK · Jul 19, 2024
OPINION - The Science Museum should not bow to climate change activists: take the oil money and be grateful to get it Among its many lively claims to a place in history, the summer of 2024 will surely come to be known as the one that finally killed corporate sponsorship of the arts. Evening Standard · Jul 19, 2024
Celebrities add voices to outcry over severity of Just Stop Oil sentences Chris Packham calls for meeting with attorney general as prominent figures condemn long jail terms for M25 activists The Guardian - UK · Jul 19, 2024
Volodymyr Zelensky greeted by Keir Starmer on No10 steps before historic address to Cabinet The UK has announced new measures to tackle a ‘shadow fleet’ of oil tankers helping Russia evade sanctions. Evening Standard · Jul 19, 2024
UK politics: Zelenskiy asks Starmer to ‘show leadership’ and let Ukraine use weapons anywhere in Russia – as it happened Ukrainian president says ability to use western weapons to strike into enemy territory is key to his country’s defence The Guardian - UK · Jul 19, 2024
A record sentence for a Zoom call, arrests for those holding signs outside. This is a blight on British democracy The right to protest is the wellspring of democracy – that’s why Labour must repeal the Tories’ draconian laws, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot The Guardian - UK · Jul 19, 2024
US Gas Prices Not Solely Dependent On Domestic Oil Production Explore the nuanced relationship between US oil production, global oil market, and gas prices. Top News · Jul 19, 2024
Zelenskiy to attend UK cabinet meeting in effort to disrupt Russian oil sales Ukraine’s president will ask for more help to block Putin’s growing ‘shadow fleet’ of tankers carrying sanctioned crude to buyers The Guardian - UK · Jul 18, 2024
Crude Posts Modest Losses on a Stronger Dollar and Weak Stocks August WTI crude oil (CLQ24 ) on Thursday closed down -0.03 (-0.04%), and Aug RBOB gasoline (RBQ24 ) closed up +1.51 (+0.60%). Crude oil and gasoline prices Thursday gave up an early advance and settled mixed. A stronger dollar Thursday weighed on energy prices. Crude prices also turned lower Thursday... Barchart · Jul 18, 2024
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Barchart · Jul 18, 2024 Where is the Energy Sector Heading in Q3 and Beyond? After falling 21.85% in 2023, the energy sector of the commodities market posted its second consecutive quarterly gain in Q2 2024. While natural gas and ethanol led the sector higher in Q2, all energy commodities posted gains over the first six months of 2024 except for Rotterdam coal.
Barchart · Jul 18, 2024 Crude Erases Early Gains as the Dollar Strengthens and Stocks Slip August WTI crude oil (CLQ24 ) today is down -0.17 (-0.21%), and Aug RBOB gasoline (RBQ24 ) is down -0.43 (-0.17%). Crude oil and gasoline prices today gave up an early advance and turned lower. A stronger dollar today is negative for energy prices. Crude prices turned lower after stocks...
The Independent UK · Jul 18, 2024 Just Stop Oil founder jailed for record five years over M25 motorway protest Sentences for five demonstrators exceed those given to Dartford Crossing climate activists last year
Evening Standard · Jul 18, 2024 Just Stop Oil founder Roger Hallam handed longest-ever jail sentence for peaceful protest over M25 chaos Roger Hallam handed five-year sentence while four others are jailed for four years
The Guardian - UK · Jul 18, 2024 Five Just Stop Oil activists receive record sentences for planning to block M25 Campaigners receive longest ever sentences for non-violent protest after being convicted of conspiracy to cause public nuisance
The Guardian - US · Jul 18, 2024 US oil company ran 1977 article predicting climate crisis could cause starvation Marathon Petroleum predecessor warned of potential for ‘social and economic calamities’ in decades-old publication
The Guardian - UK · Jul 18, 2024 Securing future of Grangemouth oil refinery ‘will test Scottish and UK relations’ Just Transition Commission says finding solution will be litmus test of governments’ ability to work together
Top News · Jul 18, 2024 Oil Tanker Capsizes Off Oman Coast, Crew Rescued Oil tanker capsizes off Oman coast, prompting search and rescue operation for crew members. International cooperation in response to maritime emergencies h...
International Business Times · Jul 18, 2024 Ivory Coast Tilts Economy From Farming To Natural Resources The discovery of huge deposits of natural resources including oil, gas and gold in the Ivory Coast is pushing the country's economy in a new direction as it explores its underground potential.