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RWE relinquishes US offshore wind leases in $1.22bn Trump administration deal
RWE U.S. Offshore agreed to abandon offshore wind projects off New York, California and Louisiana for $1.22bn, the latest in a series of federal buybacks totalling $3.9bn. The company will invest $1.2bn in Louisiana LNG and natural gas projects, while states plan legal challenges.
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Business & Economy · IndiaNew Zealand Parliament passes India free trade agreement bill
New Zealand's Parliament has passed legislation to implement its free trade agreement with India. The deal will eliminate or significantly reduce tariffs on approximately 95% of New Zealand's exports to India and includes a NZ$20 billion investment commitment.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastTrump predicts oil prices below $2 per gallon after Iran conflict win
Donald Trump has predicted that oil prices could fall below $2 per gallon if the United States wins a conflict with Iran. The statement comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East and warnings from both sides.
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Business & Economy · European UnionGerman industrial orders up 3.1% in June after May revision
German factory orders rose 3.1% in June from May, the federal statistics office reported, exceeding forecasts. The increase followed a downward revision of May’s growth to 0.3%. Mechanical engineering and electronics led the rise, though orders excluding large contracts fell.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastOil Prices Rise Amid Middle East Attacks and Diplomatic Setbacks
Oil prices surged on Monday, with Brent crude reaching $107.51 per barrel and WTI crude at $102.32. Attacks by Houthi rebels on Saudi Arabia and incidents in the Strait of Hormuz contributed to the rise, alongside the postponement of a meeting between Iran and Persian Gulf powers.
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Business & Economy · United StatesCalifornia approves largest US kelp farm plan
State coastal officials have approved plans for the United States' largest kelp farm, to be built 6 miles off the Ventura County coast. The project by Ocean Rainforest could produce up to 6,000 tons of kelp annually.
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Business & EconomyUS Stocks Rally as Oil Prices Fall and Bond Yields Ease
The U.S. stock market experienced a significant rally, marking its best day in six weeks. This surge was driven by falling oil prices and easing pressure from the bond market, occurring shortly after the Federal Reserve announced a quarter-percentage-point interest rate increase.
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Business & Economy · United StatesLouisiana fishers sue Venture Global over LNG terminal sediment spill
Commercial fishers, guides, and seafood processors in Louisiana are suing Venture Global, alleging a sediment spill from dredging for a new LNG terminal killed millions of oysters and reduced catches. The lawsuit claims immediate losses of over $450,000 for one plaintiff.
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Business & Economy · United StatesGerman firms cut US investment to €4.3bn in first half of 2026, lowest since 2023
German companies reduced direct investment in the United States to €4.3 billion in the first half of 2026, a near-80% decline from 2024. The German Economic Institute attributed the drop to uncertainty under Trump administration trade policies, though reinvested earnings suggest the US remains attractive.
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Business & Economy · United KingdomUK government poised to approve Jackdaw gas field
The UK government is reportedly close to approving the Jackdaw gas field in the North Sea. The project, previously blocked by courts over climate concerns, could produce up to 6% of the UK's gas output.
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Business & Economy · European UnionRyanair cuts 2027 passenger target and warns of higher fares as fuel costs rise
Ryanair lowered its fiscal 2027 passenger target from 216 million to 214 million, citing high fuel costs. It hedged 80% of its fuel needs at $67 a barrel but warned that persistently high oil prices could push up European airfares and strain less-hedged rivals.
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Business & Economy · European UnionIKEA invests €1.2 billion to lower European prices
IKEA is investing €1.2 billion to lower prices on hundreds of products across Europe. The initiative aims to make home furnishings more accessible amid rising living costs, with average reductions ranging from 15% to 25%. Iconic items like the KALLAX and BILLY ranges are included.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastUS Threatens Indefinite Iran Blockade as Oil Prices Rise to $87.49 per Barrel
The US warned it may maintain a naval blockade of Iran indefinitely as ceasefire talks failed, pushing Brent crude to $87.49 per barrel on 14 August 2026. Two Adnoc ships were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, and the IEA reported global oil supply fell 6.3 million barrels per day year-on-year.
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Business & EconomyWorld food prices hit highest level since late 2022
World food prices reached their highest point since late 2022 in August, according to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization. The FAO Food Price Index rose to 133.3 points, with sugar prices seeing the largest increase.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS Manufacturing Activity Cools in August
US manufacturing activity eased in August, with the ISM PMI dropping to 54.6. New orders and employment measures also declined, while input prices remained elevated, indicating persistent supply chain issues.
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Business & Economy · United StatesFederal film tax credit could add $125bn, 143,000 jobs
A new study commissioned by the Motion Picture Association suggests a federal film and television tax credit could significantly increase U.S. production spending and create over 143,000 jobs by 2035. The proposal is gaining bipartisan support.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastUS seeks $61 million in crypto linked to Iran oil sales
US prosecutors are seeking to forfeit over $61 million in cryptocurrency allegedly linked to illicit Iranian oil sales. The funds were allegedly laundered through Binance accounts by two Chinese companies and intended to finance Iran's government, military, and the IRGC.
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Business & Economy · Latin AmericaBrazil opens process for US trade retaliation over new tariffs
Brazil has begun a formal process to impose retaliatory measures against the US after Washington imposed 25% tariffs on some Brazilian goods, alleging unfair trade practices. President Lula da Silva invoked Brazil’s Reciprocity Law, which allows actions beyond tariffs, including curbs on US audiovisual companies and patent suspensions.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS Stocks Close Lower Amidst Rising Oil and Treasury Yields
US stock markets closed lower on September 15, 2026, influenced by climbing oil prices and Treasury yields. Concerns about artificial intelligence spending and corporate demand also added to investor apprehension, leading to a broad market downturn.
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Business & EconomyResearchers Hack OpenAI Using Anthropic AI Model
Cybersecurity researchers used Anthropic's Claude AI to access OpenAI's internal systems by exploiting a vulnerability in the company's community forum. The team gained access to an employee's ChatGPT account, which was linked to the code repository, and reported the findings to OpenAI, receiving a $6,500 reward.
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