Europe’s only sanctioned oil trader appeals decision citing ‘disinformation’

Can Europe go it alone on Russia sanctions?

Washington’s coercive economic diplomacy is undergoing massive change

Financial Times - 3d

Oil prices end higher as U.S. imposes more sanctions on Iran

Oil futures finished higher on Monday, with prices finding support after a nearly 3% decline Friday, as the U.S. imposed fresh sanctions on Iran, impacting its crude sector.

MarketWatch - 6d

Germany can turbocharge Europe’s renewal – if it will only seize this moment | Timothy Garton Ash

Three times in the postwar era Germany made strategic choices that benefited Europe – with the US at its side. Now it must do it in opposition to Trump. Three times in the history of the Federal ...

The Guardian - 5d

Crockett: 'Actual ecosystem' pumps out disinformation on behalf of Republicans

Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) said Sunday there is an "actual ecosystem" of conservative media and online influencers that spreads disinformation on behalf of the Republican Party. "There’s an ...

The Hill - 6d

The Timeless Appeal of Puerto Vallarta

In the 1960s, Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor hid away in what was a bucolic town on the Pacific Coast of Mexico. Decades later, a writer discovered why.

The New York Times - Feb. 17

Best prop firms for US traders in 2025

Learn about the best prop trading firms in the USA based on recent testing. Prop firm's rankings are based on challenges, fees, trading platforms and more.

CBS News - 3d

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 - Feb. 23

DOJ spokesperson resigns, citing ‘toxic work environment’

Joshua Stueve, a top spokesperson for the Department of Justice (DOJ), has resigned, citing a “toxic work environment” in his letter to leadership. “Simply put, I cannot continue to serve in such a ...

The Hill - 2d

Trump to Revoke an Oil License in Venezuela

President Trump appears to be revoking a license that the Biden administration gave Chevron in 2022, potentially hurting the company and Venezuela.

The New York Times - 4d

This Decision Coach Charges $247 to Make Other People’s Decisions for Them. Here Are 5 of Her Best Decision-Making Secrets

People pay good money for Nell Wulfhart to make decisions for them. You can use some of her most powerful decision-making tricks for free.

Inc. - 3d

US traders snap up aluminium ahead of Trump tariffs

Imports hit highest level since mid-2022 as premium over London price surges

Financial Times - Feb. 22

Crypto Trader OKX Pleads Guilty to Running Illegal U.S. Operation

Federal prosecutors said OKX, based in Seychelles, violated anti-money laundering laws for years. The company agreed to pay more than $500 million in fines and penalties.

The New York Times - 6d

WATCH: Dad tricks daughter into going to Trader Joe’s for emotional surprise

The night before Miranda McKeon marked three years cancer-free, her dad Paul insisted they go to Trader Joe's to get ice cream. Once they got there, however, he didn't take her to the ice cream aisle.

ABC News - 3d

Associated Press sues 3 Trump administration officials, citing freedom of speech

The Associated Press sued three Trump administration officials Friday over access to presidential events, citing freedom of speech in asking a federal judge to stop the 10-day blocking of its ...

NBC News - Feb. 21

EU adopts new sanctions on Russia on third anniversary of invasion

Yahoo News - 6d

Nvidia warns of growing competition from China's Huawei, despite U.S. sanctions

U.S. chip giant Nvidia is increasingly warning investors about competition from Huawei, despite U.S. restrictions on the Chinese telecommunications company.

CNBC - 4d

House lawmakers want Trump to pressure EU to sanction Iran military group

Two House lawmakers are calling on President Trump to pressure the European Union to designate as a terrorist organization Iran’s premier military force, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps ...

The Hill - 3d

Slot cites mental strength as Liverpool go 13 clear

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has praised his team's mentality after they moved 13 points clear at the top of the table Premier League with a 2-0 victory over Newcastle United on Wednesday.

ESPN - 3d

Greek rail disaster report cites errors and major systemic failures

A long-awaited investigation into Greece’s deadliest train crash on has blamed human error, outdated infrastructure, and major systemic failures for the head-on collision that killed 57 people two ...

ABC News - 3d

Paramount ends DEI policies, cites Trump executive order

Paramount Global announced it is ending numerous diversity, equity and inclusion policies to comply with President Trump's executive order banning the practice.

CNBC - 2d

Short answer: Gabriel cites wins amid height Q's

Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel points to his years of winning when questioned about how his height might cap his ceiling in the NFL.

ESPN - 2d

Russians seek refuge from sanctions and military draft in Thailand

Yahoo News - 2h

Madrid appeal over Bellingham ban dismissed

The Appeals Committee of the Spanish Football Federation on Friday dismissed Real Madrid's appeal against Jude Bellingham's two-match ban.

ESPN - Feb. 21

More than 40,000 items knitted for Ukraine appeal

Yahoo News - Feb. 23

Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes loses fraud appeal

Holmes was sentenced to more than 11 years in prison for defrauding investors in her blood-testing company.

BBC News - 5d

Murkowski book with 'fervent' appeal for bipartisanship planned for June

Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) is penning a bipartisanship-focused memoir that calls for compromise amid a deeply divided Congress. "Far From Home" details how Murkowski "learned to adapt to the ...

The Hill - 4d

MP Mike Amesbury's jail term suspended on appeal

Cheshire MP Mike Amesbury, convicted of a street assault, was originally sent straight to jail.

BBC News - 3d

Mourinho has suspension halved after appeal

Fenerbahce manager Jose Mourinho's four-match suspension has been halved by the Turkish Football Federation (TFF) following a review of the club's appeal.

ESPN - 21h

The 3 Best Essential Oil Diffusers (and One to Avoid)

Keep things smelling fresh with these handy home gadgets.

Wired - Feb. 20

Oil prices end lower, erasing weekly gains

“A number of decisions are pending … that could drive the oil price in one direction or the other,” one analyst noted.

MarketWatch - Feb. 21

BP shuns renewables in return to oil and gas

The energy giant has announced its strategy after rivals also rowed back on green energy plans.

BBC News - 4d

Trump cancels Chevron’s oil licence in Venezuela

Decision to reverse Biden-era ‘concession agreement’ delivers blow to US oil group and Maduro’s sanctioned regime

Financial Times - 4d

What to know about Mitch McConnell's decision to retire

Former Senate Majority leader Mitch McConnell will not seek reelection in 2026. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small reports.

CBS News - Feb. 20

DOGE’s Only Public Ledger Is Riddled With Mistakes

The figures from Elon Musk’s team of outsiders represent billions in government cuts. They are also full of accounting errors, outdated data and other miscalculations.

The New York Times - Feb. 22

Bivol gets revenge, edges Beterbiev by decision

Dmitry Bivol evened the score with rival Artur Beterbiev, taking the rematch by majority decision to become the undisputed light heavyweight champion.

ESPN - Feb. 23

Song decisions Cejudo after accidental eye poke

Song Yadong earned a technical decision victory after Henry Cejudo said he could not continue following an accidental eye poke in Saturday's UFC main event.

ESPN - Feb. 23

Minister backs expansion of airports as Gatwick decision looms

A decision is expected later this week on whether Gatwick airport has won permission to expand its operations.

BBC News - 5d

The Gavel: Courts become Trump’s only backstop

Happy Wednesday. Welcome to The Gavel, The Hill’s new weekly look at the intersection of courts and national politics. We’re Zach Schonfeld and Ella Lee, The Hill’s courts team. For months, we’ve ...

The Hill - 4d

Is Bird Flu the Only Reason Egg Prices Are Soaring?

The nation’s biggest egg producer has seen rising revenues and profits. Now some Democrats are calling for an investigation into pricing practices in the industry.

The New York Times - 4d

Europe’s only sanctioned oil trader appeals decision citing ‘disinformation’

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