Columbus, OH

The Independent

Shell expects to take a hit of up to two billion US dollars (£1.6 billion) after it suspended construction work on one of Europe’s largest planned biofuels plants and sold a refinery in Singapore.The oil and gas giant said it expects the decision to stop building work on the biofuels plant in the Netherlands, which it announced earlier this week, to cost up to one billion US dollars (£784 million).Shell started work on its plant in Rotterdam in September 2021 and it was meant to begin producing sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel by 2025.The site was due to produce...

Shell to take up to £1.6bn hit after suspending construction of biofuels plant

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(Reuters) — U.S. liquefied natural gas company Venture Global LNG sought permission on Wednesday from U.S. energy regulators to take another step towards start-up of its new Plaquemines export plant in Louisiana by fueling its generator. Plaquemines is under construction and is expected to be the next U.S. LNG...

Venture Global Seeks Approval to Fuel Generator at Louisiana LNG Plant

DOF Group ASA (DOF) has agreed to acquire Maersk Supply Service A/S for a total consideration of $1.1 billion, solidifying its position as a major integrated offshore services provider. This acquisition strengthens DOF's service portfolio and market presence in the oil and gas and the growing offshore wind sectors. The...

DOF to Acquire Maersk Supply Service

The Philippines' dependency on coal-fired power surged 62% last year, overtaking China, Indonesia and Poland, according to London-based energy think-tank Ember. Last year, the share of electricity generated from coal in the Philippines climbed to 61.9% from 59.1% in 2022, making it the most coal dependent country in Southeast Asia.

Philippines overtakes China and Indonesia to be most dependent on coal-generated power

Oscar Munoz, former United Airlines chairman and CEO, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the deadline facing Boeing today to either plead guilty to a felony fraud charge or go to trial against the Justice Department stemming from its door panel blowout and subsequent quality control issues, how the company can restore its quality control, state of summer travel, and more.

Former United Airlines CEO on Boeing: Fighting the U.S. government is never a good idea

Carsten Nickel, managing director at U.S. corporate advisory firm Teneo, says that immigration into the U.K. will continue to haunt the center-right after the U.K. elections.

One issue will continue to haunt the Conservatives after these elections, says analyst

A record number of Americans are expected to take a road trip during the July Fourth holiday week, according to AAA. In certain cases, renting a car may be more financially savvy than using your own vehicle for a road trip. There are many things to consider: vehicle health, rental...

Rent a car for a road trip, or drive your own? 5 things to consider

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Chicago, IL

Chicago Happenings

Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

Nestlé's CEO, Mark Schneider, tells CNBC's Silvia Amaro that the group's new line of meals intended for those on GLP-1 medication is a companion range, insisting Nestlé is "not the drug manufacturer."

Nestlé reveals new food line for those on weight-loss medication

Swedish forest industry group Södra has selected ANDRITZ to supply a complete solution for kraft lignin production to its Mönsterås pulp mill in Sweden. This major investment marks Södra’s entry into the lignin market as part of its strategy to make the most of the wood used in pulp production. This will be the first commercial kraft lignin plant in Sweden and the largest in the world.

ANDRITZ to supply world’s largest lignin production system to Södra pulp mill in Sweden

U.S. nonfarm payrolls grew by 206,000 in June, but the growth was narrow. Health care and social assistance added 82,400 positions, while government grew by 70,000 jobs. Several categories saw employment shrink, including manufacturing and professional and business services. The breakdown of the June jobs report suggests that growth has...

Here's where the jobs are for June — in one chart

Gold prices extended gains on Friday to their highest level in a month following key U.S. jobs data the showed labor market was softening, lifting expectations around a Federal Reserve interest rate cut in September. Spot gold was up 0.7% at $2,371.58 per ounce as of 9:05 a.m. Bullion is...

Gold prices rise to one-month high after U.S. jobs report

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What makes a Zodiac Sign low maintenance? Independence can make someone low maintenance. Someone who is reliable, dependable, and punctual, can make someone low maintenance. Someone who tends to want to do things on their own can be low maintenance. Low-maintenance people tend to be those people who do on their own but are not necessarily alone. They rarely need or ask for help. They are self-motivated, often energetic, and can be considered leaders is many cases. Now me, some say I am low maintenance and others say I’m high maintenance. Maybe I’m both. Let's see what zodiac signs are considered low-maintenance.

5 Zodiac Signs That Are Low Maintenance

Saudi Arabia has announced the discovery of seven significant oil and gas deposits in the Kingdom’s Eastern Province and the Empty Quarter, marking a substantial boost to the nation’s energy reserves. The announcement was made by Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, the country’s energy minister, as reported by the...

Saudi Arabia discovers seven new oil and gas deposits

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A fight between passengers marred the final night of a Carnival Cruise Line sailing on June 6th. The incident, which unfolded in the Lido Deck dining room onboard the Carnival Paradise, involved a group of women and resulted in thrown chairs and plates.

Cruise Ship Fight Near Buffet Captured on Camera, Passengers Banned for Life

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Franklinville, NJ

Morristown Minute

FRANKLINVILLE, N.J. -A Gloucester County, New Jersey, man admitted today that he defrauded the government of more than $200,000 in Social Security and Medicaid benefits, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Man Guilty of $200K Social Security & Medicaid Fraud

Oil prices for Brent crude hit their highest level since April on Thursday, holding above $87 after data the previous day showed a decline in U.S. inventories. In the previous session, Brent gained 1.3% to settle at $87.34 for its highest close since April 30. WTI, meanwhile, had settled at an 11-week high of $83.88.

Brent crude trades above $87, sets highest levels since April

Business Insider

Shaun Mitchell advanced from a wind technician to a supervisor within a few years after leaving the oil and gas industry.

A millennial who switched from working on oil rigs to wind turbines says he's been promoted faster in renewable energy

EQ Resources has executed the definitive agreement needed to acquire CRONIMET’s interest in the Mount Carbine retreatment joint venture (JV). In 2019, EQ Resources, through its wholly owned subsidiary Mount Carbine Retreatment, and CRONIMET Asia, through its wholly owned subsidiary CRONIMET Australia, created a JV to reprocess historic Mount Carbine tailings and low-grade ore stockpiles.

EQ Resources finalises Mount Carbine joint venture acquisition

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s medical cannabis program has taken significant steps toward ensuring those with qualifying conditions have access to medical cannabis as soon as possible, said Gov. Andy Beshear this week.

State to open licensing applications for medical cannabis businesses beginning July 1

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Energy giant Shell to take up to a $2 billion impairment hit on Rotterdam, Singapore plants

Shell on Tuesday announced it would temporarily suspend on-site construction at its 820,000 metric ton a year biofuels facility in Rotterdam amid current market conditions. The...

Energy giant Shell to take up to a $2 billion impairment hit on Rotterdam, Singapore plants

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