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Climate · Middle EastCOP31 climate talks begin in Turkey amid rising temperatures
The 31st UN Climate Conference (COP31) has commenced in Antalya, Turkey. Discussions are expected to centre on the accelerating pace of global warming, energy price shocks stemming from geopolitical events, and the implementation of climate finance pledges.
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PoliticsGreece to raise heating allowance by 30% amid energy crisis
The Greek government will increase the heating allowance by 30% and provide a direct subsidy for heating oil at the pump. These measures aim to mitigate the impact of rising energy prices on households as winter approaches.
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Politics · United StatesTrump Teases Major Announcement on Diesel Prices Amid High Costs
US President Donald Trump announced he would make a major statement about diesel fuel prices, which have reached near-record levels. He also claimed credit for preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons and predicted prices would fall.
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Business & Economy · IndiaGlobal oil reserves near critical low, executives warn
Global oil reserves have dwindled to less than 6 billion barrels of usable stock, industry executives warned at a London forum. This depletion, driven by ongoing conflicts and increased demand, has made the market more fragile and is putting upward pressure on prices.
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Politics · UkraineGerman Chancellor Merz visits Kyiv, pledges continued support
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Kyiv in early October 2026, pledging ongoing support for Ukraine. The visit occurred amidst Germany's energy crisis and domestic political challenges for Merz's party, drawing criticism from some German politicians.
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Politics · European UnionEuropean governments act on record fuel prices
European governments are implementing a range of measures, including subsidies, tax cuts, and policy adjustments, to mitigate the impact of record-high gasoline and diesel prices. These actions come in response to economic pressures exacerbated by conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine.
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PoliticsCuba suffers seventh nationwide power outage of the year
Cuba experienced its seventh nationwide power outage of the year on Friday, with the entire electricity grid disconnecting and leaving millions without power. Restoration efforts were underway by late evening, with the country's energy ministry citing fuel shortages and US restrictions as contributing factors.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastSaudi Arabia Cancels European Oil Deliveries After Pipeline Attack
Saudi Aramco has cancelled or delayed crude oil deliveries to European refiners. The disruption follows an attack on the kingdom's East-West pipeline, a key route for bypassing the Strait of Hormuz.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastSix EU Countries Seek Tax on Oil Company Windfall Profits
Six European Union countries have formally requested the introduction of an EU-wide tax on exceptional profits made by oil companies. The ministers argue that these companies are experiencing profit margins that outpace the rise in crude oil prices, exacerbated by the Middle East conflict.
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Business & Economy · Latin AmericaCuba’s sixth nationwide blackout of 2026 leaves 10 million without power
Cuba experienced its sixth nationwide power grid failure of 2026 on Sunday, plunging approximately 10 million people into darkness. The blackouts, linked to fuel shortages and a crumbling energy grid, have led to protests, job losses in tourism, and residents adapting their lives around unpredictable bursts of electricity.
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