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Crude awakening -- Trump lashes out at Big Oil for 'making too much money' during Iran war: 'They ought to give some of that back'

“I don’t like it,” Trump said in the Oval Office, when asked about the eye-popping earnings reported by ExxonMobil and Chevron last week.

New York Post - Top Stories - 10 minutes ago

Trump says oil giants making too much from Iran crisis - Major oil companies have reported massive profits on the back of the war US-Iran war - 2 - m read

The war has seen Iran's retaliatory action target Washington's allies in the Gulf and virtually block the vital Strait of Hormuz

Gulf News - Business - 31 minutes ago

Michigan Supreme Court rejects permit for Enbridge oil pipeline under Great Lakes - Jeffrey Collins - News - Canada - Calgary - | 6 hours ago - |

The Michigan Supreme Court has ordered state regulators to reconsider a key permit that allowed a planned tunnel to carry an oil pipeline under part of the Great Lakes to move forward.

CBC News - World - 40 minutes ago

Trump lashes out at Big Oil for 'making too much money' during Iran war: 'They ought to give some of that back'

“I don’t like it,” Trump said in the Oval Office, when asked about the eye-popping earnings reported by ExxonMobil and Chevron last week.

New York Post - US News - 1 hour ago

Crude awakening - Trump lashes out at Big Oil for 'making too much money' during Iran war: 'They ought to give some of that back'

“I don’t like it,” Trump said in the Oval Office, when asked about the eye-popping earnings reported by ExxonMobil and Chevron last week.

New York Post - Politics - 1 hour ago

Dow hits fresh record as oil prices tumble

LONDON: Oil prices tumbled Monday (Aug 3) and stocks mostly rose after US President Donald Trump said he was preparing for new talks with Iran aimed at ending the war in the Middle East.Crude futures slid more than 6 p

Channel NewsAsia - World - 1 hour ago

Stocks rally near a record as falling oil prices ease Wall Street's worries about inflation

U.S. stocks rallied to the edge of their all-time high after easing oil prices helped calm Wall Street’s worries that inflation could get even worse

Los Angeles Times - Business - 2 hours ago

ASX set for flat start, Wall Street rallies on falling oil prices; Amazon hits $US3tr valuation, Boeing jumps

US stocks are rallying to the edge of their all-time high after easing oil prices helped calm Wall Street’s worries that inflation could get even worse.

Sydney Morning Herald - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Dow soars nearly 700 points to record, oil slides over 5% after Trump announces new Iran peace talks

Tech stocks sent the Dow Jones Industrial Average surging 693.38 points, or 1.3%, to 53,178.41.

New York Post - World - 2 hours ago

Dow surges nearly 700 points for record close as Big Tech stocks rise, oil prices slide

Stocks rose after President Donald Trump called off planned strikes against Iran, sending oil prices lower, in the first trading day of the new month.

CNBC - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Trump says oil giants making too much from Iran crisis -- m read

The war has seen Iran's retaliatory action target Washington's allies in the Gulf and virtually block the vital Strait of Hormuz

Gulf News - World - 3 hours ago

Oil slides as Trump delays Iran strikes, signals peace talks

West Texas Intermediate crude dropped over 6% Monday as Trump signaled a potential deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to global oil shipments.

Fox News - Business - 6 hours ago

Wall Street opens up as oil prices slide

Noah Hamman of AdvisorShares says he hopes market fluctuations will come to an end soon.

BBC News - Business - 7 hours ago

Oil prices drop after Trump cancels strikes on Iran amid peace talks

Brent crude oil fell below 83 US dollars (£61.73) a barrel on Monday, down nearly 6%.

Independent UK - Business - 7 hours ago

Trump Said He's Halting Attacks And Resuming Talks With Iran. Oil Prices Are Plunging

Oil prices are falling on Monday after President Donald Trump said he's halting attacks against Iran and resuming talks to end the war.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Chevron and Exxon Mobil reap massive profits as the Iran war drives up energy prices

Major oil companies reported massive profits while fighting between Iran and the U.S. impeded petroleum shipments

Los Angeles Times - Business - 10 hours ago

Oil majors profit as US-Iran fighting drives energy prices higher

Oil and gas giants raked in massive spring profits while fighting between Iran and the US impeded petroleum shipments and consumers around the world paid more for fuel and confronted shortages.

Euronews - Business - 12 hours ago

AstraZeneca share prices drop amid £300bn mega-merger talks

The merger would mark one of the industry’s largest ever deals and create the world’s fourth largest pharmaceutical company

Independent UK - Business - 13 hours ago

Oil prices lower on Middle East hopes and as OPEC+ boosts production

Oil prices were lower on Monday morning after OPEC+ boosted production for September and US President Donald Trump called off a planned strike on Iran, putting downward pressure on prices.

Euronews - Business - 16 hours ago

Asian stocks are mixed as yen jumps against the dollar, while oil prices slip

BANGKOK (AP) — Asian shares were mixed Monday after the U.S. and Japan confirmed they had acted to prop up the value of the Japanese yen against the U.S. dollar, causing the yen to rise to its …

Bay to Bay News - World - 18 hours ago

Sliding housing prices gave RBA a surprise helping hand

The RBA’s three rate rises were always going to slow inflation. But it’s got an unexpected assist from the government’s budget measures.

Sydney Morning Herald - Top Stories - 21 hours ago

Desert oasis sees home prices plummet as market finally cools off

Two upscale homes in the city’s sought-after neighborhoods have recently undergone notable price cuts, signaling that even luxury sellers are adjusting their expectations after years of soaring...

New York Post - Top Stories - 22 hours ago

Turmoil in the Middle East has upended the world's helium supplies, Canada has the resources to help

Helium is one of the 34 minerals and metals the Canadian government has designated as critical, meaning the supply chain is threatened and that there is a reasonable chance of it being produced in Canada

The Globe and Mail - Business - 1 day ago

Sliding housing prices gave the Reserve Bank a surprise helping hand

The RBA’s three rate rises were always going to slow inflation. But it’s got an unexpected assist from the government’s budget measures.

Sydney Morning Herald - Opinion - 1 day ago

Saint Levant's high ticket prices shock Jordanian fans: Here's how much

ALBAWABA - Saint Levant, the Palestinian singer-songwriter and rapper, is expected to perform his first public concert in the Jordanian capital, Amman,

Albawaba - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Oil prices settle more than 1% higher, log strongest month since March

DOHA: Oil prices closed more than $1 a barrel higher on Friday, ending July with their biggest monthly gains since March, as concerns over global crud...

Peninsula Qatar - Business - 1 day ago

State Department warns US citizens to be ready to leave Middle East as Iran tensions boil

The fresh alert comes after President Donald Trump warned US forces would hit Iran “very hard” until the country could not take any more.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 1 day ago

Everyone agrees Irish house prices are overvalued. We're in risky territory

The more prices get out of line, the higher the risk if there is an economic shock from AI, the tech sector, the Middle East situation or something else

Irish Times - Opinion - 2 days ago

Canada's Enbridge postpones plans for second phase of Mainline oil pipeline expansion -- Opens in new window

Enbridge beat estimates for second-quarter adjusted profit on Friday, as the Canadian pipeline operator benefited from higher volumes on its Mainline system.

CTV News - Top Stories - 3 days ago

House prices edge higher in July amid 'soft' market, says Nationwide

Nationwide Building Society said house prices edged 0.1% higher month-on-month to £277,542 in July

Evening Standard - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Oil Companies See Record Profits In Q2. Exxon Mobil And Chevron Are Among Those Benefiting From Iran War

U.S. oil and gas companies have seen profits soar, largely a result from disruptions related to the Iran war.

International Business Times - Business - 3 days ago

Can Next keep a lid on UK prices as it grapples with rising Iran war costs?

Next is often thought of as a bellwether of the UK high street.

Evening Standard - Business - 3 days ago

Drone hits US LNG vessel at Damietta in first attack on Egyptian soil - Preliminary investigations showed a drone strike caused a fire to break out on two ships at Damietta port on the Mediterranean on Wednesday, authorities in Cairo said. No side has taken responsibility at this time. 30/07/2026

Preliminary investigations showed a drone strike caused a fire to break out on two ships at Damietta port on the Mediterranean on Wednesday, authorities in Cairo said. No side has taken responsibility at this time.

Euronews - World - 3 days ago

Chevron, Exxon Mobil reap massive profits as Iran war drives energy prices higher

Some U.S. lawmakers proposed imposing a windfall profits tax on major oil producers

The Globe and Mail - Business - 3 days ago

UK petrol prices hit highest level since Iran war began -- The price of unleaded hits 160p a litre, according to motoring group the RAC, as oil prices remain elevated.

The price of unleaded hits 160p a litre, according to motoring group the RAC, as oil prices remain elevated.

BBC News - Business - 3 days ago

US resumes attacks on Iran after foiling Tehran's strikes on Jordan - Trump vowed to hit Iran "very hard" following Tehran's recent attacks on bases hosting US troops in Jordan and other US allies in the region, including Egypt and the Gulf states. 30/07/2026

Trump vowed to hit Iran “very hard” following Tehran's recent attacks on bases hosting US troops in Jordan and other US allies in the region, including Egypt and the Gulf states.

Euronews - World - 3 days ago

Commentary: Another critical oil waterway is about to close

The US-Iran war has reminded the world that waterways are vulnerable to war, but there's another crisis in the making, says Javier Blas for Bloomberg Opinion.

Channel NewsAsia - Opinion - 4 days ago

Andy Burnham says he told Donald Trump 'we can't ignore' North Sea oil resources

Consultations on controversial oil and gas projects are due to end next month.

Independent UK - Business - 4 days ago

The U.S. And Iran Continue Trading Strikes. Oil Is Dropping Anyway

Oil is dropping on Thursday despite continued hostilities between the U.S. and Iran.

International Business Times - World - 4 days ago

On using oil as U.S. tariff leverage, Carney says 'there's other things we can do'

Asked whether he's willing to use Canadian energy as a bargaining chip in trade negotiations with the United States, Prime Minister Mark Carney said he doesn't see the value in doing so and highlighted the importance of being a reliable supplier. 'When you're a supplier of a key commodity, key service, you've got to think really hard about not supplying.'

CBC News - Politics - 5 days ago

Techie Tonic: What's driving higher tech prices? -- m read

Techie Tonic: Why laptops, CCTV cameras and servers are getting more expensive

Gulf News - Technology - 5 days ago

Smart toilet seat can tell you if you have a heart problem

The device could help detect a common heart rhythm disorder before it leads to a life-threatening stroke.

New York Post - Technology - 5 days ago

California hopes to lure a new generation to electric cars, with help from rebates, high gas prices

California is set to roll out its own instant rebate program to assist drivers in purchasing their first new or used EV.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 5 days ago

Reckitt raising prices to offset cost pressures amid Iran war

The group said it was pushing through ‘moderate’ price increases in most of its markets, including the UK.

Independent UK - Business - 5 days ago

Gordie Howe bridge means smoother transport, but not lower consumer prices: truckers -- Christopher Reynolds -- - -- |

High diesel fuel prices following a tough couple of years for the industry mean the cost savings may not trickle down to consumers any time soon.

CBC News - Business - 5 days ago

Study: Dinosaurs were charbroiled after Chicxulub impact

“We're in the realm where we might be essentially killing off everything within that first hour or two."

Ars Technica - Science - 6 days ago

Stocks jump as US-Iran pause sees oil price fall

The US held fire at the weekend after 13 days of attacks on sites in Iran.

Evening Standard - Business - 7 days ago

Oil prices plunge as US and Iran pause strikes over Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices eased in early trading on Monday, falling further from a two-month high set last week, after the United States and Iran refrained from launching military strikes in the Persian Gulf.

Euronews - Business - 7 days ago

Singapore tightens monetary policy in surprise move as rising oil prices rekindle inflation risk

Unlike most central banks, the MAS manages medium-term price stability by managing the Singapore dollar exchange rate against a trade-weighted basket of currencies.

CNBC - Business - 7 days ago

Oil Prices Fall After US, Iran Pause Attacks

Brent crude futures declined 5.05 percent to $91.89 a barrel on Monday.

Epoch Times - Business - 7 days ago

Here are the provinces where new home prices are starting to increase once again

After months of Statistics Canada posting declining prices for new homes, there are signs that steady price drop is starting to slow. In some provinces, what builders are charging for new homes is actually starting to increase.

CTV News - Business - 9 days ago

Roku raises streaming stick prices by up to 60 percent

Roku blames RAM shortage after CEO called it "great" for business in May.

Ars Technica - Technology - 10 days ago

Climate Change -- Europe's heat waves are killing thousands-and wringing its soils dry

The European continent is facing a dual reckoning this summer—extreme heat is killing thousands and draining its rivers, soils and reservoirs at a record pace

Scientific American - Environment - 10 days ago

Oil prices jump as Hormuz, Red Sea crises deepen

Renewed strikes on shipping in the Gulf and the Red Sea have dealt a fresh double blow to global oil markets, with the price of crude oil once again passing $100 a barrel. DW examines what could push prices even higher.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 10 days ago

Oil Settles Over $100 As Houthi Attacks Intensify Middle East Supply Risks

The Iranian-aligned Houthis said they struck two Saudi oil tankers as part of a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia.

Huffington Post - Business - 11 days ago

What Trump's generic drug tariffs could mean for patients, drugmakers and prices

Trump's generic drug tariff plan raises questions over prices, U.S. manufacturing and which drugmakers stand to gain or lose as details remain unclear.

CNBC - Health - 11 days ago

Generic drug tariffs could send prices soaring for millions of Americans

Companies that don’t build plants in the U.S. will face 100% levies that would then double in August 2029, Trump said on social media.

Los Angeles Times - Health - 12 days ago

Brent Crude oil hovers near $95 as Rubio vows U.S. will 'continue to protect shipping' in Hormuz

On Wednesday, oil prices rose 4% higher after an eleventh consecutive round of US strikes against Iran, as Marco Rubio noted that the Strait of Hormuz remains a focal point of...

International The News - Business - 12 days ago

Import prices post surprise gain as costs of goods from China highest since 2008

Import prices were up 0.3% for the month, as a drop in energy was more than offset by increases elsewhere.

CNBC - Business - 12 days ago

John D. Rockefeller: The Deeply Religious Standard Oil Tycoon

From tithing his first bookkeeper earnings to giving away hundreds of millions, the Gilded Age tycoon viewed wealth as a sacred trust from God.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 13 days ago

Gas Prices Top $4 Per Gallon as US–Iran Conflict Disrupts Hormuz Shipping

Brent crude prices briefly climbed above $91 per barrel before retreating on renewed diplomatic hopes.

Epoch Times - Business - 14 days ago

The lasting image from a World Cup on Canadian soil: Pure joy

Joy cut through despite pre-tournament worries about ticket prices, security and travel to the U.S.

The Globe and Mail - Sports - 14 days ago

Fubo hikes prices by $15 after restoring some NBCU channels lost in November

Fubo subscribers still don't have Versant channels.

Ars Technica - Technology - 17 days ago

The report oil companies are worried about: Climate attribution science

New report says our ability to tie weather damages to climate change is improving.

Ars Technica - Science - 17 days ago

World's largest olive oil company says market has 'definitively' entered new phase

The update comes as analysts raise concerns about the prospect of global olive oil supplies swinging dramatically from one season to the next.

CNBC - Health - 17 days ago

Consumer prices rose 3.5% annually in June, less than expected as energy prices eased

The consumer price index in June was expected to increase 3.8% from a year ago.

CNBC - Business - 20 days ago

Oil Prices Jump as Iran Says Strait of Hormuz Closed

Fresh strikes and competing claims over control of the strait have rattled investors and slowed tanker traffic.

Epoch Times - Business - 21 days ago

China consumer prices weaken while producer inflation quickens

Investors increasingly view China's two-speed growth with robust export and tepid domestic demand as a defining long-term feature of the Chinese economy.

CNBC - Business - 23 days ago

Oil prices hover near pre-conflict levels as OPEC+ boosts output again

OPEC+ approved a new production increase for August as recovering crude supplies and easing geopolitical concerns kept oil prices near pre-conflict levels.

Fox News - Business - 26 days ago

The Weather Channel increases streaming subscription prices by up to $20

Livestreaming the channel through its app now starts at $5 per month.

Ars Technica - Technology - 27 days ago

DOJ and FTC press states to target any illegal activity contributing to high gas prices

The federal government issued a letter to states attorneys general urging them to target any unlawful activities contributing to high fuel prices.

Fox News - Business - 30 days ago

Oil prices fall after Trump says U.S.-Iran talks in Qatar are going well

Oil prices were lower on Wednesday after Iran said it would not meet with U.S. delegates for talks in Qatar, amplifying concern about the peace process.

CNBC - World - 1 month ago

The next UK prime minister's North Sea oil test

Andy Burnham could face an early test over North Sea oil drilling as energy shocks revive the UK energy security debate.

CNBC - Business - 1 month ago

Chevron says no quick fix for gas prices as Trump takes on Big Oil

Her comments come shortly after President Donald Trump ordered an investigation into Big Oil, accusing them of "gouging" consumers.

CNBC - World - 1 month ago

U.S. issues sweeping Iran oil sanctions waivers, unlocking billions in revenue for Tehran

The U.S. issued a sweeping rollback of sanctions on Iranian oil, offering Tehran an economic lifeline as negotiations toward a peace deal proceed.

CNBC - Business - 1 month ago

Are home prices going up in Dover in 2026?

Redfin Real Estate compiled data on how home prices are changing in 2026 in Dover, DE.

Bay to Bay News - Top Stories - 1 month ago

Gas Prices Slip Below $4 A Gallon For First Time Since April

Crude oil prices also fell more than $4 a barrel on Monday after President Trump announced an Iran deal.

Huffington Post - Business - 1 month ago

Menopause can send sex drives down the toilet — this treatment's helping women get their groove back

A growing number of women are turning to testosterone treatments to ease their menopause symptoms — and save their sex lives. The Post spoke to two women who lost their libidos but got them back.

New York Post - Health - 1 month ago

Aren't You Just Loving Gas Prices? -- Slate Money

Inflation is on the rise, but the Trump administration doesn’t seem concerned.

Slate - Business - 1 month ago

LARRY KUDLOW: Trump's secret oil stash could steady Fed interest rates

Today’s inflation report is a reminder that this war will end soon and oil and gasoline prices will come down significantly

Fox News - Business - 1 month ago

European stocks close higher as oil prices slip; Abivax shares collapse

The pan-European Stoxx 600 was seen 0.7% higher shortly after 10:55 a.m. in London.

CNBC - World - 2 months ago

California business owners 'working for peanuts' as costs, record gas prices and regulations devour profits

California "sticker shock" is mounting for the state's small business owners, but one restaurateur and their multibillion-dollar lender explain why they're not walking away — yet.

Fox News - Business - 2 months ago

Oil plunges below $100 on hopes of US-Iran Hormuz deal

Paris, France: Oil prices dropped back below $100 a barrel on Monday and stock markets rallied as investors raised expectations of a reopening of the...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 2 months ago

Will Germany's aviation tax cut lower ticket prices?

The tax cut aims to ease the burden on the aviation industry and make flying slightly cheaper. However, some experts warn that it is unlikely to have a meaningful impact on ticket prices.

Deutsche Welle - Health - 2 months ago

Philippine typhoon survivors file historic case against oil giant

"We are not “small people.” We are people who fight."

Global Voices - Top Stories - 2 months ago

Lower drug prices won't fix cancer care -- Kenneth E. Thorpe -- As breakthrough drugs offer critical hope to patients, lawmakers should focus on shoring up the social safety net

As breakthrough drugs offer critical hope to patients, lawmakers should focus on shoring up the social safety net

Salon - Top Stories - 2 months ago

Lower drug prices won't fix cancer care -- Kenneth E. Thorpe

As breakthrough drugs offer critical hope to patients, lawmakers should focus on shoring up the social safety net

Salon - Science - 2 months ago

Oil prices fall sharply after Trump announces two-week Iran war ceasefire

While oil and gas supply issues are set to remain, for now, the stock market reaction has been massive.

Sky News - Top Stories - 3 months ago

Speculation Miliband will approve drilling new oil and gas field 'unfounded'

There are calls for more drilling to take place as the UK deals with the energy price shock from the Middle East war. The UK government has not ruled out approving the field.

Sky News - Politics - 4 months ago

Oil prices rise after Trump speech | Analysis

Sky's Wilfred Frost unpicks the latest developments in the oil price following US President Donald Trump's address to the nation.

Sky News - Business - 4 months ago

Prof Stuart Cole: 'Bus services, trains, petrol stations and so much more will be hit by the oil crisis'

"A major bus operator in South Wales purchased diesel in bulk this week at £1.49ppl; up from £1.30ppl"

WalesOnline - Business - 4 months ago

Why diesel prices are rising faster than petrol

Sky's economics and data editor Ed Conway examines why the cost of diesel in the UK has increased at a faster rate than petrol.

Sky News - Business - 4 months ago

Why war in Iran will push up UK food prices

Soaring fertiliser and gas prices - caused by the near shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz and attacks on energy infrastructure in the Middle East - will soon be felt by UK consumers as food inflation.

Sky News - Business - 4 months ago

US Fed confronts stagflation risk as Iran war triggers oil shock and clouds rate path -- 3 min read

Surging crude prices, slowing growth, and mixed jobs data leave the U.S. Federal Reserve balancing inflation risks against a weakening economy

First Post - Top Stories - 4 months ago

Loading... Could a Strait of Hormuz closure slow India's internet? -- The Strait of Hormuz is not only vital for global oil shipments but also a major route for submarine internet cables linking Asia and Europe. With nearly one-third of India's westward data traffic passing through the corridor, any disruption could affect international connectivity, cloud services and digital infrastructure

The Strait of Hormuz is not only vital for global oil shipments but also a major route for submarine internet cables linking Asia and Europe. With nearly one-third of India’s westward data traffic passing through the corridor, any disruption could affect international connectivity, cloud services and digital infrastructure

First Post - Technology - 4 months ago

Wave of harassment and abuse allegations roils Turkey's arts and culture scene

Among the men are photographers, musicians, actors, comedians, critics, and publishers. In response, several platforms and collaborators have cut ties with accused individuals.

Global Voices - World - 10 months ago

5 Big Questions About Trump's Plan to Lower Drug Prices

Trump’s new executive order doesn’t look very promising.

New York Magazine - Business - 1 year ago

Coastal villages struggle to recover after oil spill disaster near Philippine capital

"Toxic oil spills in our oceans are like fires in our forests, leaving a path of destruction that brings decades of negative impacts."

Global Voices - Science - 1 year ago