California investigates as another offshore wind project is abandoned IN FULL The Independent UK · May 5
California investigates Trump administration’s deal to end offshore wind project The Trump administration is spending nearly $2 billion to get energy companies to walk away from U.S. offshore wind projects The Independent UK · May 5
Wind energy executive says company ‘must adapt’ as Trump offers $2 billion to kill offshore wind projects “My goal is to not let any windmill be built. They’re losers,” Trump said to oil executives in January. Fortune · Apr 30
Trump Pays Energy Firms £1.4B in Taxpayer Cash on Condition They Pivot from Clean Energy to Oil and Gas The Trump administration paid energy companies nearly £1.4B to abandon offshore wind projects and invest in fossil fuels, following court blocks on executive orders against wind development. International Business Times UK · Apr 30
Middle East war boosts oil giants’ profits as 'households pay the price' Oil giants have posted "exceptional" profits as war in the Middle East drives up crude prices, fuels global supply fears and creates trading opportunities – handing some of the world’s biggest energy companies a financial boon while consumers face rising costs. Radio France Internationale · Apr 29
Deutsche Bank, Santander and UBS profits rise amid market impact from Iran war Three of Europe’s biggest banks delivered record or above-forecast profits on Wednesday. TotalEnergies posted strong earnings, while Mercedes-Benz turned more cautious as collapsing China sales and geopolitical uncertainty weighed on the outlook. Euronews · Apr 29
Green or grey? Why Ineos had to tone down the colour scheme for their first jersey under new Netcompany identity British team to debut new look during Giro d'Italia on May 8 Cycling News · Apr 28
Activists call out 'horrifying' soaring oil and gas profits as energy companies cash in on the Iran war As drivers sour on rising fuel prices, energy firms are making a killing. Fortune · Apr 28
Trump administration to pay 2 more companies to walk away from US offshore wind leases The Trump administration has announced two more payouts for energy companies to walk away from U.S. offshore wind projects under development The Independent UK · Apr 27
TotalEnergies maximises production at major refinery to secure French fuel supply TotalEnergies has maximised its output at the Gonfreville refinery to protect the French market from external supply shocks. The facility is operating at its limit to produce essential fuels as energy markets remain disrupted. Euronews · Apr 27
Study finds toxic benzene emissions along the Texas Gulf Coast are among the highest in the nation Researchers found that state policy and oil refineries’ failure to fix leaks contributed more to high benzene emissions than the size or capacity of the refineries. The Texas Tribune · Apr 23
Texas’ Gulf Coast Has a Health Problem: Benzene Emissions Are Among the Highest in the Nation At the worst-performing refineries, report finds operators are not tackling recurring and harmful leaks, leading to public health risk. Capital & Main · Apr 22
Finally back from injury, Jordan Jegat takes first professional victory on first day of racing in 2026 at Classic Grand Besançon Doubs Tour de France top 10 finisher beats Decathlon CMA CGM duo to the line at Montfaucon Cycling News · Apr 17
Is 2026 the year Peugeot finally wins in WEC? Peugeot CEO Alain Favey is calling for a first victory in Hypercar, but what can it truly achieve after a single test over the winter? Autosport · Apr 17
Motorsport · Apr 17 2026 WEC Imola: How to watch, start time and entry list The World Endurance Championship travels to Italy this weekend for the opening round of the season. Here's the full schedule for the 2026 6 Hours of Imola.
Motorsport · Apr 17 Peugeot in 2026: Maiden WEC victory at last or another transitional year? Peugeot CEO Alain Favey is calling for a first victory in Hypercar, but what can the 'Lions' truly achieve after a single test over the winter?
Radio France Internationale · Apr 15 Petrol stations reject French government plan to cap profit margins on fuel Fuel distributors in France are strongly opposed to a government decree that aims to cap their profit margins as the war in the Middle East continues to drive up prices. Leading retailers warn the measure is hasty and unlikely to bring consumers much relief.
The Conversation · Apr 14 Mozambique relies on Rwanda’s troops to fight terrorism: what happens if they leave? Rwanda has threatened to withdraw its troops from Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado province, signalling a potentially decisive shift in the southern African country’s security architecture.
Cycling Weekly · Apr 13 Huge tyres, off-road rear mechs, and single chainrings galore: All the tech we spotted at Paris-Roubaix There were new hacks and trends on show at this year's cobbled Hell of the North
Euronews · Apr 10 TotalEnergies closes key Saudi refinery after attacks TotalEnergies has shut a major Saudi refinery after attacks, as Middle East disruptions force it to halt about 15% of its output.
Radio France Internationale · Apr 7 Fuel shortages in France hit almost 1 in 5 petrol stations, says government Due to 'logistical issues', around 18 percent of petrol stations is running out of one or more types of fuel following the long Easter weekend, France's Energy Ministry announced Tuesday.
Radio France Internationale · Apr 6 France rolls out 'flash fuel loans' to shield small firms from oil price spike France is preparing to roll out a rapid financial lifeline for small businesses grappling with soaring fuel costs, as the economic fallout from the war in the Middle East continues to ripple across key sectors.
Radio France Internationale · Apr 2 As oil prices rise, France suggests extra tax could help phase out fossil fuels As the war in the Middle East drives up prices of petrol and gas, France wants to use additional tax revenue generated to fund the country’s move away from fossil fuels – but some analysts say any extra returns are offset by rising costs and inflation.
Barchart · Apr 1 TotalEnergies Is ‘Dominating’ Amidst Iran War Oil Disruptions. Should You Buy TTE Stock Now? As TotalEnergies turns geopolitical chaos into a billion-dollar win, will investors load up TTE stock now?
Euronews · Mar 30 TotalEnergies made $1bn profit from Middle East oil bet as war disrupts prices The French energy giant is reported to have dominated the Middle East crude market in March, snapping up dozens of oil cargoes as wartime disruptions created a historic opening for traders.