Energy
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Russian attacks kill 4 as Ukraine drones target oil infrastructure
Apr 06, 2026 9:07 am - A Russian drone attack on Ukraine’s southern port city of Odesa killed two women and a toddler, authorities said Monday, while Ukrainian long-range drones targeted Russia’s key Black Sea port for oil exports.
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Trump widens threat to all of Iran's power plants and bridges as his deadline for a deal approaches
Apr 06, 2026 7:40 am - President Donald Trump on Monday expanded his threat against Iran to include all power plants and bridges as his ultimatum to make a deal ticked closer, after Tehran rejected a 45-day ceasefire proposal and said it wants a permanent end to the war.
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Sustainable printing: how modern devices can reduce waste and energy useApr 04, 2026 2:15 pm - As business owners evaluate how to reduce their carbon footprint and run the most environmentally friendly operation possible, there are a number of options to help accomplish these goals.
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These car brands could suffer the most with soaring gas prices
Apr 04, 2026 1:00 pm - The Iran war has contributed to a gas price increase of nearly 35%, adding $1 to the average gallon. On Tuesday, the nationwide average gas price hit $4 for the first time since 2022.
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2 US aircraft shot down as war in Iran escalates. At least 1 crew member is missing
Apr 03, 2026 7:38 am - One crew member has been rescued after an American aircraft went down in Iran, according to one U.S. and one Israeli official, who both spoke on condition of anonymity to describe sensitive ongoing military operations.
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Pritzker calls for year-round E15 gasoline in letter to Congress
Apr 02, 2026 8:36 pm - Gov. JB Pritzker is calling on Congress to allow the permanent year-round use of E15 gasoline, a blend of 15% ethanol and 85% gasoline that is cheaper than regular fuel and increases demand for corn.
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Dizzying US fuel prices are determined by factors largely outside of a gas station’s control
Apr 02, 2026 9:05 am - U.S. gas prices are climbing fast, and drivers are paying the highest pump prices since 2022 as the Iran war shakes oil markets. Many drivers face wild swings between stations and even from one day to the next.
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UK gathers more than 40 countries to plot ways of reopening the Strait of Hormuz
Apr 02, 2026 8:14 am - Britain accused Iran on Thursday of holding the world's economy hostage as diplomats from more than 40 countries held talks on ways to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route that has been choked off by the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran.
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Iran fires on Israel and Gulf neighbors as Trump claims threat from Tehran nearly eliminated
Apr 02, 2026 8:08 am - Iran fired more missiles at Israel and Gulf Arab states Thursday, demonstrating Tehran’s continued ability to strike its neighbors even as U.S. President Donald Trump claimed the threat from the country was nearly eliminated.
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Retail sales rise 0.6% in February, but impact of Iran war threatens to derail spending
Apr 01, 2026 9:14 am - Shoppers increased their spending in February, particularly on cars and clothing, after pulling back at the start of the year due to severe winter storms.