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Abandoned by the US: Palestinian Americans trapped in a surge of Israeli settler violence
Palestinian Americans in a West Bank village face escalating violence from Israeli settlers, with the US administration offering limited protection despite diplomatic ties to the region.
Treasury launches student loan support center as new data show 9.3 million borrowers in default
The Treasury Department launched a support center for defaulted student loan borrowers as 9.3 million federal borrowers fall behind on payments, up 50% since 2016.
Black metal band Venom’s frontman Cronos dies aged 63
Conrad Lant, known as Cronos, co-founder and frontman of pioneering black metal band Venom, has died at age 63. The Newcastle musician led the group for nearly 50 years and is credited with helping establish the black metal genre.
Dolly Parton sings Jolene in Welsh in recording released after her death
A posthumous recording of Dolly Parton performing a Welsh-language version of her classic song Jolene will be released this month, featuring collaboration with Welsh singer Bronwen Lewis and Parton’s niece Jada Star.
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TSMC Spent $15.59 Billion on CapEx in a Single Quarter, 42% More Than the Quarter Before. Here’s What It Means For the Stock.
TSMC’s capital expenditure reached $15.59 billion in the June 2026 quarter, up 42% sequentially, as the chipmaker raised its annual CapEx budget for a third time this year to $60 billion to $64 billion.
Morning Bid: As oil swoons, AI recharges
Stock markets gained momentum from Meta’s new AI assistant Muse and declining oil prices, with semiconductor stocks climbing and chip-related equities reaching record valuations early in the week.
Great Britain braced to pay millions for backup electricity during solar eclipse
Great Britain faced potential electricity shortages during a solar eclipse Wednesday as the loss of solar generation coincided with peak summer demand, prompting grid operators to secure costly backup power supplies.
BP seeks to end years of boardroom turmoil with appointment of new chair
BP has appointed Ian Tyler as permanent chair, ending months of uncertainty following the controversial removal of predecessor Albert Manifold amid governance concerns.
Harvard Anticipates Rapid EV Sales Recovery, Despite Obstacles
Harvard economists project electric vehicles will account for 38% of new US vehicle sales by 2030, up from 8% in 2025, driven partly by sustained high fuel prices from geopolitical conflicts.
The Energy Transition Has a Speed Advantage That Cost Models Miss
As electricity demand surges from data centers and electrification, solar and wind’s faster construction timelines are becoming as important as cost, while gas turbine backlogs stretch to 2031.
DNV’s 2050 Fuel Forecast Leaves Out Electrification
DNV’s 2050 maritime fuel forecast projects 185 million tonnes of oil equivalent demand for low-carbon fuels, but excludes electrification pathways that could significantly reduce that requirement.
Global Refinery Crunch Pushes Diesel Prices to New Records
U.S. diesel prices reached record highs above $6.50 per gallon amid global refining capacity constraints, with supply disruptions from the Middle East and Russia creating acute shortages worldwide.
Hyundai Freaked Out About Chinese EV Producers Destroying Their Business In USA As Well?
Hyundai’s CEO warns that without high tariffs and trade barriers, Chinese EV makers could capture significant US market share, citing their competitive pricing and strong performance in less-protected markets.
New U.S. Sanctions Law Threatens India’s Huge Russian Oil Trade
The U.S. enacted a sanctions law allowing tariffs up to 100% on major Russian oil importers. India, the second-largest buyer of Russian crude, faces potential trade consequences amid bilateral negotiations.
Qatar’s LNG Loss Revives Projects From Argentina to Timor-Leste
Qatar’s LNG capacity disruption from recent strikes has prompted global energy buyers to pursue alternative gas supply projects, with deals valued at approximately $60 billion announced at a regional energy conference.
Ceer Unveils Two New Exobot EVs Into Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia’s Ceer Motors unveiled two new EXOBOT electric vehicles, part of a planned seven-vehicle rollout over five years as the kingdom builds a domestic EV manufacturing base.