Austria, a Longtime Buyer of Russian Gas, Tries to Break the Habit

OMV, a multinational energy company based in Vienna, has shifted to other options, including increasing its own output of natural gas, drilling for oil and experimenting with geothermal energy.

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Austria, a Longtime Buyer of Russian Gas, Tries to Break the Habit

OMV, a multinational energy company based in Vienna, has shifted to other options, including increasing its own output of natural gas, drilling for oil and experimenting with geothermal energy.
The New York Times - 1d
EU spends more on Russian oil and gas than financial aid to Ukraine – report

Europe estimated to have bought €22bn of fossil fuels from Russia in 2024 but gave €19bn to support Kyiv. The EU is spending more money on Russian fossil fuels than on financial aid to Ukraine, a ...
The Guardian - 17h
Panthers will not re-sign longtime linebacker Shaq Thompson

The Carolina Panthers are moving on from longtime linebacker Shaq Thompson
ABC News - 6h
Women’s Nations League roundup: Austria pip Scotland as Italy edge Wales

Austria 1-0 Scotland; Italy 1-0 Wales Hayley Ladd makes 100th appearance for Wales The interim Scotland manager, Michael McArdle, began his tenure with a disappointing 1-0 Nations League ...
The Guardian - 3d
In Private Remarks on Russia, Rubio Tries to Reassure Europeans

European officials were not sure what to make of the secretary of state’s measured assessment of Washington’s apparent pivot toward Moscow.
The New York Times - 2d
Daniel Bisogno, longtime host of Mexico's 'Ventaneando,' dies at 51

Daniel Bisogno, who co-hosted Mexico's TV Azteca talk show 'Ventaneando,' died after complications from a September liver transplant, the TV program said.
Los Angeles Times - 3d
Forest fires push up greenhouse gas emissions from war in Ukraine

Emissions estimated at 55m tonnes in 2024 and nearly 230m tonnes in three years of war . The burning of Ukraine’s forests at unprecedented rates over the past year has helped push the total ...
The Guardian - 9h
EPA to make higher-ethanol gas available year round beginning in April

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will proceed with Biden-era plans to allow the year-round sale of higher-ethanol E15 fuel, a longtime ask of midwestern lawmakers and the biofuels ...
The Hill - 4h
The stock market is trying to break out — but the bulls can’t catch a break

S&P 500 is stuck in a trading range.
MarketWatch - 2d
Nixon didn’t break the Constitution. Will Trump?

2025 obviously is different from 1973.
The Hill - 3d
Before Going to Tokyo, I Tried Learning Japanese With ChatGPT

WIRED tests the benefits and limitations of using generative AI, specifically ChatGPT’s Advanced Voice Mode, as a language tutor for travelers.
Wired - 5d
Agriculture Department tries to rehire fired workers tied to bird flu response

The Agriculture Department is scrambling to rehire several workers it fired as part of President Donald Trump’s broad cuts because they were involved in the government’s response to the ongoing ...
ABC News - 4d
'Monster' kicks, singing & plenty of tries - best of Six Nations round three

Watch the best moments from round three of the Six Nations, including a rousing choir in Cardiff, Fin Smith's "monster" kick for England and France's multiple tries against Italy.
BBC News - 15h
Argentinian activist tries to enter Pope Francis's hospital room

Yahoo News - 4h
Longtime James Bond producers give up creative control to Amazon MGM Studios

Amazon MGM Studios and longtime 007 producers Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli have formed a new joint venture to house the James Bond intellectual property rights.
Los Angeles Times - 4d
Are your online habits safer than most? 84% of credit cardholders engage in at least 1 risky behavior, survey finds

Behaviors like reusing passwords and paying over public Wi-Fi put your credit card information at risk, cybersecurity experts say.
CNBC - 3d
40-year-old self-made millionaire: These 5 habits helped me get rich

Parent Portfolio co-founder Jonathan Sanchez says he never expected to become a millionaire, but there were a few key habits that led him to financial success.
CNBC - 2d
Parents with these 2 toxic habits raise kids who are bad with money, says investment firm CEO

Spending money you don't have, and using cards too much, can give your kids financial anxiety as they grow up, says Ariel Investments co-CEO Mellody Hobson.
CNBC - 1d
Russian teen Andreeva caps Dubai run with title

Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva beat Clara Tauson to win the Dubai Championships. Andreeva, 17, will make her debut in the WTA top 10 rankings next week.
ESPN - 2d
Europeans will need to decide which Russian sanctions to keep

And they should identify those they are willing to lift in order to secure a just and durable peace in Ukraine
Financial Times - 1d
Explosions hit Russian consulate in French city of Marseille

Yahoo News - 7h
Incendiary devices explode outside Russian consulate in Marseille

No injuries reported after incident on Monday, which marks third anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Russia-Ukraine war – latest news updates Three improvised explosive devices have ...
The Guardian - 6h
China’s record-breaking blockbuster buoyed by patriotic viewers

‘Ne Zha 2’ rakes in $1.7bn with help from companies organising group outings and repeat viewings
Financial Times - 3d
Sweden is investigating a cable break in the Baltic Sea

Swedish authorities are investigating a damaged cable that was discovered in the Baltic Sea, according to Swedish news agency TT
ABC News - 3d
Record-breaking Arctic blast coming to an end

Nineteen states from Nebraska to Florida are facing cold weather alerts on Friday as a brutal Arctic blast persists -- but the warmup is finally on the way.
ABC News - 3d
Capitol agenda: Johnson's make-or-break budget week

Politico - 10h
Liverpool's Salah breaks records in win vs. City

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has become the first player in Europe's top five leagues to surpass 50 direct goal involvements this season.
ESPN - 3h
Home price growth has slowed. But high costs, economic worries have some buyers retreating

High prices and economic uncertainty are factors pulling homebuyers back out of the housing market, experts say.
CNBC - 4d
Lower mortgage rates may tempt home buyers. But these fast-rising phantom costs could sneak up on them.

Mortgage rates are down to a nearly three-month low. But if you’re thinking of buying a home, beware of these hidden costs.
MarketWatch - 3d
Where did the home buyers go? 7% mortgage rates sap any remaining energy from the housing market

Home buyers are still struggling with affordability, the National Association of Realtors said.
MarketWatch - 3d
Joann to shutter all 800 fabric stores after failing to find a buyer to save its locations

Fabrics outlet Joann will shutter all of its approximately 800 locations after failing to find a buyer who would keep its stores open.
NBC News - 47m
Natural-gas ETFs have quietly outshined the broader market so far in 2025. Is it time to jump in?

Energy ETFs have quietly outperformed the U.S. stock market in 2025, driven by the strength of natural gas.
MarketWatch - 3d
Gas grill explosion at Hawaii condo leaves 7 injured, 3 in critical condition

The Maui Police Department in Hawaii is investigating what led to a gas grill explosion at a Kaanapali Beach condo Thursday evening which left seven people injured.
ABC News - 3d
Huawei's tri-foldable phone hits global markets in a show of defiance amid US curbs

Chinese tech giant Huawei has held a global launch for the industry’s first tri-foldable phone
ABC News - 6d
I tried to stop rage-honking my car horn – but what am I to do with all this anger?

My ‘achievable’ self-development goal of trying not to be angry was difficult. It’s what you do with that feeling that matters. A couple of years ago, I decided to go for more “achievable” new year ...
The Guardian - 3d
A Signal Update Fends Off a Phishing Technique Used in Russian Espionage

Google warns that hackers tied to Russia are tricking Ukrainian soldiers with fake QR codes for Signal group invites that let spies steal their messages. Signal has pushed out new safeguards.
Wired - 5d
With Explosive Goggles, Ukraine Sought to Blast Russian Drone Operators

A senior Ukrainian intelligence official confirmed the plot to blow up drone goggles. But it was unclear how much effect the scheme had on Russian forces.
The New York Times - 3d
Europe seeks to replace imported Russian fertilisers with local manure

Commission expected to approve greater use of Renure, a product based on dung, to lower costs and boost efficiency
Financial Times - 3d
Trump-Putin summit preparations underway, Russian foreign minister says

The U.S. offered a draft U.N. resolution that stops far short of a competing European-backed statement demanding an immediate withdrawal of all of Moscow's forces from Ukraine.
CBS News - 1d