The Iran war could end up helping China's economy — despite the short-term pain

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Chinese leader Xi Jinping's administration may face short-term pressure from the Iran war — but longer-term shifts could play to his country's strengths.

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This Chip Could Fix the Fukushima Plant’s Wi-Fi Problem

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The ultimate goal is to devise a fully wireless, durable communication device that functions deep within a nuclear plant, the team said.

Feds Are Downplaying Methane Leaks in America’s Biggest Oil Field, Satellite Data Suggests

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A report found methane emissions in the Permian Basin to be nearly four times higher than EPA estimates. A senator wants an explanation.

Grid Down? Scientists Say Your EV Could Provide the Needed Backup Power

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If EVs survive the ongoing political fiasco, here’s how we could get the most bang for our buck.

One of the world's biggest energy groups is telling people to work from home as oil prices soar

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Working from home will conserve fuel by removing commutes, the IEA says.

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Top economist Steve Hanke says Iran is channeling Muhammad Ali — and could deal a 'knockout blow' to the US

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Steve Hanke.

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What smart people are saying about oil's latest spike to nearly $120 a barrel

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Nobel economist Paul Krugman warned a prolonged oil shock could trigger stagflation.

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A Major Offshore Wind Farm Just Finished Construction. Trump Is Already Plotting a Counterattack

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Vineyard Wind is the first offshore wind farm to finish construction under Trump. The administration is now weighing a billion-dollar deal to stop the next one.

Zelenskyy says Russia has already earned back $10 billion of its 2026 deficit in 2 weeks of the Iran war

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy speaks at an event in Paris.

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The Iran war is driving an oil shock — but not a broad supply chain crisis, Goldman Sachs says

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Oil's rally after the Iran conflict is expected to ripple through consumer prices.

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