Oil
Harvey: Chemical Spill Pollution Can Pollute the Gulf
It could be weeks before authorities have a realistic assessment of the damage caused by chemical spills after Harvey.
How Much Will Hurricane Harvey Cost?
Many people in flooded areas around Houston don't have appropriate insurance, experts say.
Half a Million Ethiopians Face Saudi Arabia Expulsion
Saudi Arabia has announced plans to expel migrants working or living illegally in the kingdom.
Why Oil is the Key to Angola's Future
The biggest oil producer in Africa needs change in order to reach its potential and transform its economy.
Would Trump Subsidize Electric Companies Who Burn Coal?
The Democrat turned Republican West Virginia governor proposes bribing power companies to use coal instead of natural gas.
How Nigeria Can Cure Its Oil Addiction
The West African state is overly reliant on oil. Natural gas reserves and a youthful population may help it diversify.
New Asian Tiger: Hear Mongolia Roar
Multinational conglomerates are coming to Mongolia — in hot pursuit of well over a trillion U.S dollars of minerals buried beneath the country's soil.
Does Global Warming Help Us Live Longer, Fitter Lives?
A study of emergency room visits in China suggests that severe heat is less bad for our health than severe cold.
Trump WH May Slap More Oil Sanctions On Venezuela
The U.S. response, though expected to be tough, is also being calibrated to avoid causing further suffering to the Venezuelan people or seriously damaging U.S. economic interests.
U.S. Ally Iraq Courts Russia for Military, Energy Ties
Iraqi Vice President Nouri al-Maliki thanked Russia for its "tremendous contribution" to Iraq and Syria by battling the Islamic State militant group.
Syrian Troops Retake ISIS Oil With Russia and Iran
Most oil and gas fields are under the control of U.S.-backed forces, despite Syrian military gains.
Woman Arrested for Wearing Miniskirt in Saudi Arabia
She posted a brief clip to Snapchat wearing the outfit in one of the country's most conservative regions.
Snapchat: Woman in Miniskirt Sparks Ire in Saudi Arabia
A young Saudi woman posted a video of herself wearing un-Islamic clothing in public.
This Company Made Steve Bannon's Napoleon Portrait
Nobilified has also done paintings involving Bruno Mars, Ellen DeGeneres and professional athletes.
Saudi Has 'Clear Link' to Islamist Extremism in Britain
New report calls for a public inquiry into Riyadh's role in exporting "bigoted Wahhabi ideology."
Trump: Oil Can Flow to Mexico 'Right Under the Wall'
Announcing a new pipeline between the two countries, he said: "We have to dig down a little deeper under that section."
Nigeria's Oil Militants: 'We'll Give Peace A Chance'
Nigeria slipped into recession in 2016 after militants blew up oil facilities. But the government is trying to negotiate peace.
Russia, Turkey Send Troops to Syria, Build Gas Pipeline
As Russia and Turkey increasingly cooperate in Syria, a lucrative natural gas pipeline deal progresses.
Saudis Claim They Stopped Iranian Attack on Oil Field
Tehran claims the Saudi Arabian border guards opened fire on Iranian fishermen.
The Solar Energy Revolution Has Arrived
Trump's withdrawal from the Paris Agreement makes it more likely the solar Silicon Valley will be located overseas.
Epstein: Trump Was Right to Back Pittsburgh Over Paris
Withdrawal from the treaty will do nothing to hurt the environment, and may help it.
Putin Ally Claims Sanctions Aim to Impact Russian Polls
Igor Sechin's comments follow similar claims from Putin himself.
Trump's Paris Decision Won't Benefit U.S. Coal Miners
Tillerson wanted to remain in the Accord to advance the American fossil fuel industry's agenda.
Interior Secretary Orders More Alaskan Oil Drilling
Environmental groups decried Ryan Zinke's announcement.
Nigeria's Oil-Producing Delta is Calm—But for How Long?
While a fragile truce is allowing Nigeria to step up oil output, a resolution of the crisis is unlikely without further concessions.
Trump Urged To Block Russian U.S. Oil Firm Deal
Citgo is owned by the debt-ridden Venezuelan state oil company.
Russia Becomes Third Biggest Military Spender Globally
Despite a lagging economy, Moscow has boosted defense spending to come in just behind the U.S. and China.
Is Tillerson Becoming a Lame-Duck Secretary of State?
It doesn't appear that Trump wants to keep his appointee at State in the loop.
Russia Could Soon Control U.S. Oil Company
Although not a direct takeover, Republicans and Democrats warn that Moscow might soon have a major say in U.S. oil prices.
Why Trump Was Right to Relax Energy Regulations
The New York Times announced that "Trump Risks the Planet." But the evidence suggests otherwise.