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Is Europe prepared for its next major energy shock?

Is Europe prepared for its next major energy shock?

Record prices and fuel shortages in France are a warning for the rest of Europe. What can Europe do about it?Business09/22/2026September 22, 202615:38 min

Living in the shadow of LA’s hidden oil wells

Living in the shadow of LA’s hidden oil wells

Many LA residents suffer health effects from nearby oil wells. Now, the city is trying to shut down the worst offenders.Nature and Environment09/22/2026September 22, 2026

Will Germany have enough gas this winter?

Will Germany have enough gas this winter?

As Germany enters winter with unusually low gas storage levels, questions are being raised about supply and prices.Business09/22/2026September 22, 2026

Strait of Hormuz attacks spill oil into Persian Gulf

Strait of Hormuz attacks spill oil into Persian Gulf

Satellite images show oil released in attacks on tankers spreading toward protected coral reefs and mangrove forests.Nature and Environment09/18/2026September 18, 2026

AfricaLink News: September 18

AfricaLink News: September 18

Nigeria: At least 37 suspected illegal miners die in detention +++ Deadly fuel tanker explosion in KenyaCrime09/18/2026September 18, 202604:23 min

Rising fuel prices put pressure on German drivers

Rising fuel prices put pressure on German drivers

Germany’s government is considering measures to ease fuel costs as sharply rising prices hit drivers hard.Business09/18/2026September 18, 202602:24 minShow moreSkip next section In the spotlight

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Drivers in Germany fume over soaring fuel prices

Chancellor Friedrich Merz wants to provide relief to motorists. But exactly how this is to happen remains unclear.Politics09/15/2026September 15, 2026

Africa’s richest man Dangote’s IPO out of reach in Nigeria

Financing an oil refinery’s expansion could give millions in Nigeria a stake in Dangote. But who can truly afford it?Globalization09/14/2026September 14, 2026

How India has become Russia’s trade lifeline

Oil leads the way, but India-Russia trade is becoming more diverse — and still growing.Trade09/12/2026September 12, 202603:47 min

Iran fuel crisis deepens amid war and sanctions

Long fuel lines are spreading across Iran as war damage, import constraints and new US sanctions squeeze supplies.Conflicts09/01/2026September 1, 2026

Greece, Turkey clash over protected Aegean marine areas

Turkey has earmarked protected zones in a disputed area of the Aegean Sea, rekindling a long-running maritime dispute.Conflicts08/30/2026August 30, 2026

DW users on life in Russia: ‘People are mad as hell’

Official polling suggests public sentiment in Russia is deteriorating. DW asked its users to share their experiences.Politics08/27/2026August 27, 2026All content (5152) on this topic

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