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Oil prices steady at 5-month highs, OPEC meeting awaited By Investing.com

Oil prices steady at 5-month highs, OPEC meeting awaited By Investing.com

Investing.com– Oil prices rose slightly in Asian trade on Wednesday, sticking to five-month highs as signs of shrinking U.S. inventories and more potential supply disruptions in Russia presented a tighter outlook for global crude markets. …

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America’s green manufacturing boom, from EV batteries to solar panel production, isn’t powered by renewable energy − yet

America’s green manufacturing boom, from EV batteries to solar panel production, isn’t powered by renewable energy − yet

Panasonic’s new US$4 billion battery factory in De Soto, Kansas, is designed to be a model of sustainability – it’s an all-electric factory with no need for a smokestack. When finished, it will cover the…

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China’s universities just grabbed 8 of the top 10 spots in one worldwide science ranking – without changing a thing

China’s universities just grabbed 8 of the top 10 spots in one worldwide science ranking – without changing a thing

University leaders pay close attention to comparative rankings such as those offered by Times Higher Education, ShanghaiRanking Consultancy and others. Rankings influence student matriculation numbers, attract talented faculty and justify donations from wealthy donors. University…

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Brent oil price hits highest this year on fresh supply threats By Reuters

Brent oil price hits highest this year on fresh supply threats By Reuters

By Natalie Grover LONDON (Reuters) -Global oil benchmark on Tuesday rose above $89 a barrel for the first time since October, albeit briefly, as oil supplies faced fresh threats from Ukranian attacks on Russian energy…

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first understand the psychology of what lies behind irrational opinions

first understand the psychology of what lies behind irrational opinions

Most people, at one time or another, act foolishly. However, truly ignorant individuals exhibit a lack of introspection and stubbornly cling to their opinions, regardless of how irrational they may be. These people demonstrate unwavering…

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Texas, CDC say bird flu detected in person exposed to dairy cattle By Reuters

Texas, CDC say bird flu detected in person exposed to dairy cattle By Reuters

By Tom Polansek CHICAGO (Reuters) -Texas and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Monday reported a case of avian influenza in a person who had contact with dairy cows presumed to…

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After 10 years of work, landmark study reveals new ‘tree of life’ for all birds living today

After 10 years of work, landmark study reveals new ‘tree of life’ for all birds living today

The largest-ever study of bird genomes has produced a remarkably clear picture of the bird family tree. Published in the journal Nature today, our study shows that most of the modern groups of birds first…

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why banks are the focus

why banks are the focus

Kenya’s banking industry has in recent years been in the crosshairs of national, regional and international watchdogs, given the country’s role as a financial hub in eastern Africa. In 2023 Kenya enacted laws to curb…

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Chocolate prices to keep rising as West Africa’s cocoa crisis deepens By Reuters

Chocolate prices to keep rising as West Africa’s cocoa crisis deepens By Reuters

By Maxwell Akalaare Adombila and Joe Bavier SAMREBOI, Ghana (Reuters) – Surveying the stripped landscape of her farm – dotted with pools of cyanide-tainted, tea coloured waste water left by illegal gold miners – is…

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How federal tax dollars meant to fight climate change could end up boosting Louisiana’s fossil fuel production

How federal tax dollars meant to fight climate change could end up boosting Louisiana’s fossil fuel production

Billions of federal tax dollars will soon be pouring into Louisiana to fight climate change, yet the projects they’re supporting may actually boost fossil fuels – the very products warming the planet. At issue are…

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