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Oil Jumps Again As U.S.-Iran Tensions Reignite

Crude prices jumped sharply on Monday as tensions between the United States and Iran escalated once again, reigniting fears that the fragile pause in the conflict could collapse. The immediate trigger was a new round of attacks and seizures involving commercial shipping
April 20, 2026
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Gold steadies near $5,000 as Fed cut hopes grow

Markets await U.S. jobs and inflation data Gold prices stabilized on Tuesday after briefly dipping earlier in the session, as unexpectedly flat U.S. retail sales data fueled expectations that the Federal Reserve could cut interest rates later this year. Spot gold was
February 10, 2026
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Clean energy powers most of China’s investment growth

Renewables dominate economic expansion China’s clean energy industries accounted for more than 90% of the country’s total investment growth last year, according to a new analysis, underscoring how central renewables have become to the world’s second-largest economy. The report found that sectors
February 5, 2026
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Gold and Silver Rally as Investors Seek Protection

Gold and silver prices extended their sharp rebound on Wednesday as investors returned to precious metals following a historic selloff last week. Analysts say the sustainability of further gains will largely depend on movements in currencies, interest rate expectations, and broader market
February 4, 2026
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Cold weather and energy costs strain Maryland households

Rising pressure from winter temperatures Prolonged frigid temperatures combined with higher energy costs are increasing financial stress for many Maryland residents, particularly those already struggling to keep up with monthly bills. Heating expenses tend to spike during cold snaps, leaving low-income households
February 3, 2026
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Trump misses pledge to halve U.S. energy bills

Electricity costs rise instead of falling Donald Trump has fallen far short of a central campaign promise to cut Americans’ energy bills in half during his first year in office. Instead of falling, household electricity costs increased across the United States in
January 19, 2026