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  Washington (UPI) Nov 8, 2017 A declining risk premium on word of business-as-usual from Saudi Arabia and expectations of a cooler market ahead pushed oil prices lower early Wednesday. Crude oil prices spiked as much as 3 percent early this week after the government in Riyadh rounded up a handful of ministers as part of a sweeping crackdown tacitly broadcast as a move against corruption. That coincided with escalating tensions in the region, pitting rivals Iran and Lebanon against Saudi Arabia. The Saudi Arabian Mone ... read more |
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Kurdish government postpones London oil and gas showWashington (UPI) Nov 8, 2017 An oil and gas conference meant to showcase opportunities in the Kurdish north of Iraq is cancelled because of regional circumstances, the government said. ... more 
U.S. LNG faces headwinds in Asian marketsWashington (UPI) Nov 8, 2017 U.S. energy ambitions to tap into the growing demand in the Asian market could face a challenge from established Russian programs, analysts said. ... more 
More shale oil production expected, Continental Resources saysWashington (UPI) Nov 8, 2017 Though constrained somewhat by hurricanes, U.S. shale oil producer Continental Resources said production should finish out the year on a high note. ... more 
Conoco pegs spending plan to $50 per barrel oilWashington (UPI) Nov 8, 2017 U.S. supermajor ConocoPhillips said Wednesday its annual plan for $5.5 billion in spending is pegged on U.S. crude oil prices at $50 per barrel. ... more |
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Europe tightens rules on natural gas pipelinesWashington (UPI) Nov 8, 2017 The European Commission said Wednesday it was clarifying gas pipeline rules in order to ensure its energy market is competitive and transparent. ... more 
First coast-to-coast land motion map of Scotland derived from satellite radar imagesNottingham UK (SPX) Nov 08, 2017 The first country-wide map of relative land motion has been created by a team at the University of Nottingham. Using hundreds of satellite radar images the team, working with Geomatic Ventures Limit ... more 
US urges action after Saudi accuses Iran over missile attackRiyadh (AFP) Nov 7, 2017 The United States called Tuesday for international action to hold Iran to account after Saudi Arabia accused Tehran of "direct military aggression" over a Yemeni rebel missile attack near Riyadh. ... more 
Tight markets, demand spike mean higher gas pricesWashington (UPI) Nov 7, 2017 Unseasonably high demand pressures from U.S. consumers and a tightening oil market means higher gas prices, but the trend might not last, market analysts said. ... more 
Oklahoma still scrambling with budget despite oil price trendsWashington (UPI) Nov 7, 2017 After a downgrade on its credit rating, Oklahoma's governor urged House leaders to move quickly to pass a measure meant to close a looming budget gap. ... more 
House takes up offshore drilling overhaulWashington (UPI) Nov 7, 2017 As leaders in the U.S. House take up an offshore drilling bill, pressure has mounted on the U.S. government's lack of oversight for protection of public lands. ... more |
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 Oil prices inch lower after Monday's massive rally 
Norway's economy facing petroleum-related headwindsWashington (UPI) Nov 7, 2017 Norway, one of the largest oil and gas producers in the world, said the output from petroleum-related manufacturing turned lower in the third quarter. ... more 
An Iranian benchmark for oil just topped $60 per barrelWashington (UPI) Nov 7, 2017 After boasting of unprecedented economic growth, Iranian state media said the situation has improved after its benchmark for oil passed $60 per barrel. ... more 
Alberta's leader tours in support of Trans Mountain oil pipelineWashington (UPI) Nov 7, 2017 Support for the expansion of the Trans Mountain pipeline from Alberta to British Columbia is support for the economy, the premier of oil-rich Alberta said. ... more 
Study maps Sub-Saharan Africa's dependency on ChinaParis (AFP) Nov 7, 2017 Sub-Saharan Africa nations are growing more dependent on China as an export market, putting them at greater risk to shifts in the Chinese economy, a study published Tuesday said. ... more |
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  Indianapolis IN (SPX) Nov 06, 2017 
A study examining how certain decisions impact what farmers plant and harvest identified one crucial factor that researchers believe needs to be added to the list of decision variables when considering bioenergy crops: the option value.
Most studies have not examined the role of the option value, which has to do with farmers waiting to see how bioenergy crop prices will change in the futur ... more Philadelphia PA (SPX) Nov 06, 2017Penn researchers mimic giant clams to enhance the production of biofuel  Newark DE (SPX) Nov 01, 2017Research aims to help renewable jet fuel take flight  Champaign IL (SPX) Oct 25, 2017Expanding Brazilian sugarcane could dent global CO2 emissions |
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 Phoenix, AZ (SPX) Nov 06, 2017 
OMCO Solar, a division of OMCO Holdings, has announced a significant expansion to their solar product offerings and construction leadership teams, bringing years of solar experience to support the launch of their exclusive, Field-Fast fixed-tilt racking solution.
Chosen as Director of Solar Product Engineering, Matt Kesler will oversee all current and future solar engineering and design op ... more Warsaw, Poland (SPX) Nov 08, 2017Mechanochemistry paves the way to higher quality perovskite photovoltaics  Washington (AFP) Nov 4, 2017US renewable energy booms despite Trump vow to quit Paris deal  Santa Cruz CA (SPX) Nov 06, 2017Solar greenhouses generate electricity and grow healthy crops |
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 Washington (UPI) Oct 26, 2017 
The state of New York aims to become a new hub for the wind energy industry with its unique geographical position and ambitions goals, a state leader said.
New York ranks 11th in the nation in terms of installed wind energy capacity and is the 15th windiest. As of 2014, the state had 20 wind energy projects in service, with a total capacity of 1.8 gigawatts of capacity. The state set of ... more Canberra, Australia (SPX) Oct 20, 2017Construction to begin on $160 million Industry Leading Hybrid Renewable Energy Project  Thuwal, Saudi Arabia (SPX) Oct 18, 2017A kite that might fly  Washington (UPI) Oct 17, 2017Scotland outreach to Canada yields wind energy investment |
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 Sofia (AFP) Nov 3, 2017 
Bulgaria's nuclear energy watchdog greenlighted on Friday an extension of the lifespan of one of two Soviet-built reactors at the country's sole nuclear power plant.
The 1,000-megawatt unit in Kozloduy was built in 1987 and its operating licence was due to expire on November 5.
But the BNRA nuclear regulator agreed to extend the permit by another 10 years after extensive equipment checks ... more Paris (AFP) Nov 7, 2017France backtracks on nuclear power reduction target  Hanover NH (SPX) Nov 08, 2017Nuclear energy programs may not increase likelihood of proliferation  New Brunswick NJ (SPX) Nov 02, 2017Rutgers-led research could revolutionize nuclear waste reprocessing and save money |
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 Brussels (AFP) Nov 8, 2017 
The European Union on Wednesday proposed sharp automobile emission cuts over the next decade to support the Paris climate accord and compete with China by spurring electric car production.
The European Commission, the EU executive, called for cutting carbon dioxide emissions from cars and vans by 30 percent by 2030 and 15 percent by 2025, compared with 2021.
The proposal has to be approv ... more Potsdam, Germany (SPX) Nov 08, 2017Cities can cut greenhouse gas emissions far beyond their urban borders  Bonn (AFP) Nov 7, 2017Syria to join Paris climate pact, isolating US Bonn (AFP) Nov 6, 20172017 set to be hottest non-El Nino year: UN |
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 London (AFP) Nov 6, 2017 
British car sales sank in October for the seventh successive month on disappointing consumer demand, industry data showed on Monday.
New car registrations sank 12.2 percent year-on-year to 158,192 vehicles last month, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders said in a statement.
The SMMT blamed the sharp drop on falling consumer confidence - and confusion surrounding the governmen ... more Carlsbad, NM (SPX) Nov 06, 2017Sandia improving fuel economy, reducing emissions using optical diagnostics  Washington DC (SPX) Nov 09, 2017Introducing autonomous vehicles sooner could save hundreds of thousands of lives  Washington (UPI) Nov 3, 2017Texas applauds free-market move on electric vehicles |
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 Tehran (AFP) Nov 8, 2017 
More than two million Iranian pilgrims have crossed the border into Iraq for the annual Arbaeen Shiite pilgrimage to be celebrated on Thursday, an Iranian official said on state television.
"Some 2.32 million visas have been issued so far, and 2.2 million pilgrims are already in Iraq," Shahriar Heydari, spokesman for the Iranian committee organising the pilgrimage to the holy city of Karbala ... more Lourdes, France (AFP) Nov 8, 2017Iraq needs 'Marshall Plan', says Kirkuk archbishop  Al-Hamza, Iraq (AFP) Nov 5, 2017Traditional carpet weaving in central Iraq unravels  Deir Ezzor, Syria (AFP) Nov 3, 2017Twin Iraq and Syria assaults as IS loses last city |
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 Abu Dhabi (AFP) Nov 8, 2017 
French President Emmanuel Macron called for vigilance towards Tehran over its ballistic missile programme and regional activities, in an interview published on Wednesday by Emirati daily Al-Ittihad.
"It is important to remain firm with Iran over its regional activities and its ballistic programme," said Macron, in the United Arab Emirates for a 24-hour official visit, his first to the Middle ... more Tokyo (AFP) Nov 9, 2017US carriers in rare Pacific op amid N. Korea tensions  Washington (AFP) Nov 9, 2017US expected to name North Korea terror sponsor  Washington (AFP) Nov 7, 2017Europe urges US Congress not to torpedo Iran deal |
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 Beijing (AFP) Nov 8, 2017 
A veteran Chinese dissident who had nearly completed a 12-year prison sentence for "subversion" has died on medical parole, rights groups said Wednesday.
Writer Yang Tongyan died on Tuesday, nearly three months after an August 23 surgery to remove a brain tumour, Amnesty International said in a statement, citing information from close friends.
Rights groups say a pattern has emerged in r ... more Hong Kong (AFP) Nov 7, 2017Hong Kong pro-democracy activists allowed to appeal jail terms  Beijing (AFP) Nov 6, 2017China calls on France to ensure security of its citizens  Hong Kong (AFP) Nov 2, 2017Hong Kong government under fire in LGBT row |
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 Juba (AFP) Nov 4, 2017 
South Sudan's capital Juba was tense on Saturday as more than 100 soldiers surrounded the residence of powerful former army chief Paul Malong in a bid to disarm his bodyguards.
Streets across the city were largely empty as people stayed at home for fear the standoff would erupt into clashes, an AFP correspondent said.
The deployment of troops around Malong's residence in the central Hai ... more Washington (AFP) Nov 9, 2017Niger ambush probe to last until at least January: Pentagon  Niamey (AFP) Nov 7, 2017Sahel anti-terror force sees teething problems in first mission  Miami (AFP) Nov 6, 2017Deadly heat from climate change may hit slums hardest |
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 Moffett Field CA (SPX) Nov 09, 2017 
NASA's Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate (ARMD) conducts research based on a deliberate and well-coordinated strategic implementation plan. This plan is being expanded to include research into an area emerging so quickly there's no page for it yet on Wikipedia.
It's Urban Air Mobility, or UAM.
Our definition for UAM is a safe and efficient system for air passenger and cargo tr ... more Washington DC (SPX) Nov 03, 2017NASA Air Traffic Management Demonstration Goes Live in Charlotte  Cleveland OH (SPX) Nov 08, 2017Aviation Renaissance: NASA Advances Concepts for Next-gen Aircraft  Washington (UPI) Nov 8, 2017Lockheed test pilot reaches 100 hours in proposed 5th generation trainer |
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 Montreal (AFP) Nov 3, 2017 
Amazon announced Friday that it will double its workforce in Canada's western metropolis of Vancouver, about 150 miles (240 kilometers) north of its Seattle headquarters, to 2,000.
The company said in a statement it would open a new office in downtown Vancouver in 2020 to accomodate the new staff, which will bring its total number of its employees across Canada to 6,000.
"We are among th ... more Kuala Lumpur (AFP) Nov 3, 2017Alibaba launches electronic trading hub in Malaysia  Beijing (AFP) Oct 30, 2017China cracks down on fraudulent provincial growth figures  Hong Kong (AFP) Nov 1, 2017Hong Kong skyscraper sold for record $5.15 bn |
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 Paris (AFP) Nov 8, 2017 
French lawmakers late Tuesday approved an increase of nearly two billion euros in defence spending in 2018 - reversing cuts to the 2017 budget that triggered a major spat between President Emmanuel Macron and a top general.
The 1.8 billion euros in additional spending approved by the National Assembly takes the defence budget to 32.4 billion euros, or 1.82 percent of GDP.
A large chunk ... more Brussels (AFP) Nov 8, 2017US defence chief meets NATO to discuss IS, Afghanistan  Beijing (AFP) Nov 9, 2017Emboldened Xi, weakened Trump hold tough talks  Manila (AFP) Nov 8, 2017Philippines scraps sandbar plan after China anger: defence chief |
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 New Delhi (AFP) Nov 8, 2017 
Delhi authorities ordered all schools to shut on Wednesday after choking smog descended on north India and Pakistan, with pollution levels in the city 40 times the World Health Organization's safe limit.
Levels of PM 2.5, the microscopic particles that are the most damaging to health, reached more than 1,000 micrograms per cubic metre in the Indian capital on Wednesday, according to US embas ... more Washington DC (SPX) Nov 06, 2017Are elevated levels of mercury in the American dipper due to run-of-river dams?  New Delhi (AFP) Nov 7, 2017Schools shut amid health emergency as smog blankets India's capital  Durham NC (SPX) Nov 06, 2017Molybdenum in Wisconsin wells not from coal ash |
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 Mexico City (AFP) Nov 8, 2017 
Reconstruction in central and southern Mexico following two deadly earthquakes in September that killed 465 people will require a $2.5 billion investment, President Enrique Pena Nieto announced Tuesday.
Speaking at a public event, the president said the quakes partially or totally damaged 184,000 homes, while 14,000 businesses and 16,000 schools were also affected.
It is "a reconstructio ... more Lapa, Nepal (AFP) Nov 8, 2017Lifeline trails restored to Nepal's quake-hit villages  Washington (AFP) Nov 7, 2017Air force error allowed Texas shooter to buy guns despite conviction  United Nations, United States (AFP) Nov 6, 2017UN council weakens response to Myanmar after China objects |
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