Energy
A war in the Persian Gulf is plunging Pakistan into darkness
Conflict in the Persian Gulf disrupts fuel shipments, triggering nationwide power cuts and exposing Pakistan's fragile energy dependence.
Energy
Energy
Compact EV competition heating up in Japan
Japan's automakers are betting that a new wave of smaller, more affordable electric vehicles can finally ignite widespread consumer adoption at home.
Energy
‘I don’t want to waste the gas’: Uber and Lyft drivers reeling as fuel prices soar
Ride-share drivers across the U.S. are caught in a financial squeeze, forced to work longer hours or cut back as soaring fuel costs erase earnings.
Energy
Mines in the Strait of Hormuz: How dangerous are they?
Iran's announcement of naval mine deployment in the Strait of Hormuz raises immediate concerns over global energy security and regional stability.
Energy
Tehran will never cede control of Strait of Hormuz, senior Iranian politician tells BBC
Senior Iranian official asserts Tehran's unilateral authority over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a vital global oil artery.
Energy
China revives coal-to-gas projects as energy security frays
China pivots back to coal-to-gas synthesis, prioritizing energy self-sufficiency over climate goals amid global market volatility.
Energy
Hong Kong reasserts role as safe haven in global finance amid Middle East turmoil
Amid Middle East conflict and market volatility, Hong Kong's property and capital markets are seeing sustained demand, reinforcing its status as a financial safe haven.
Energy
Kenya: Ruto Explains Why Fuel Costs More in Kenya
President Ruto attributes high fuel prices to Kenya's economic realities and the cost of building critical infrastructure.
Energy
‘Like charcoal’: Wang Fuk Court residents sift through ashes for belongings
Residents of fire-ravaged Hong Kong estate sift through blackened flats for salvaged memories under tight official supervision.
Energy
Jocelyn Balu, STL et Tito : trois univers, une même énergie
From Kinshasa to the Caribbean, three artists are redefining African and diasporic music by fusing deep tradition with urgent, contemporary sounds.
Energy
Gulf worries U.S.-Iran talks may cement Tehran's 'golden' grip on Hormuz
As U.S.-Iran diplomacy shifts focus, Gulf states fear a new deal will formalize Tehran's strategic dominance over the world's most critical oil chokepoint.
Energy
JAL and ANA to double fuel surcharges in May
Japan's two largest airlines accelerate planned fuel surcharge hikes, citing sustained high oil prices and a weak yen.