Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1841, Otto Wagner, Austrian architect, designed the Austrian Postal Savings Bank and Karlsplatz Stadtbahn Station (died 1918) was born. In 1878, Treaty of Berlin: The European powers redraw the map of the Balkans. Serbia, Montenegro and Romania become completely independent of the Ottoman Empire. In 1913, The 1913 Romanian Army cholera outbreak during the Second Balkan War starts. In 1921, Gabriel Lippmann, Luxembourger physicist and academic, Nobel Prize laureate (born 1845) passed away. In 1941, World War II: Montenegrins begin the Trinaestojulski ustanak (Thirteenth of July Uprising), a popular revolt against the Axis powers. In 1977, New York City: Amidst a period of financial and social turmoil experiences an electrical blackout lasting nearly 24 hours that leads to widespread fires and looting. In 1977, Somalia declares war on Ethiopia, starting the Ogaden War. In 1988, Raúl Spank, German high jumper was born. In 2014, Alfred de Grazia, American political scientist, author, and academic (born 1919) passed away. In 2015, Philipp Mißfelder, German historian and politician (born 1979) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Germany to Impose Energy Levies to Fund Emergency Gas Reserve

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(NaturalNews) The German government confirmed plans to build a strategic gas reserve equivalent to 10 of the country's storage capacity, according to the Federal ...

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Iran Herald

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· Jul 10, 2026

Germany to hit its industry with more energy tariffs

Berlin wants its largest manufacturers to pay for an emergency gas reserveThe German government will introduce an energy levy to fund the construction of a national gas reserve. German industry, which is already struggling with soaring energy costs, will bear the brunt of the levy.Germany's Ministry of Economic Affairs confirmed this week that it will build a strategic gas reserve equival

Daily Express

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· Jun 21, 2026

Russia burning as Ukraine launches massive attack on key waterway 160 miles from frontline

Kyiv has been targeting energy facilities in the region, forcing Russian proxy authorities to introduce fuel vouchers and impose limits on residents.

Deutschland.de

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· Jul 5, 2026

Record green electricity production: Renewables supply 58 percent

More and more climate-neutral electricity is being used in Germany. Wind and solar in particular rose sharply in the first half year.

KSAT San Antonio

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· Jun 21, 2026

Ukrainian attacks prompt Russian-held Crimea to halt civilian gasoline sales

Officials in Russia-occupied Crimea have suspended civilian gasoline sales as Ukraine increases attacks on fuel supplies.

MyJoyOnline

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· Jun 21, 2026

Fuel sales halted in occupied Crimea as Ukraine targets oil facilities

Russian-backed authorities have suspended fuel sales to the public in the occupied region of Crimea as Ukraine continues its attacks on the peninsula.

Al Jazeera

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· Jul 2, 2026

‘The crisis is deep’: The view from Russia as fuel shortages worsen

Officials are rationing fuel as Ukrainian strikes on refineries imperil supply.

Investing.com

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· Jul 9, 2026

Form 144 ENERGY FUELS INC For: 9 July

Form 144 ENERGY FUELS INC For: 9 July

Sweden Herald

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· Jun 24, 2026

Simpler energy labelling in the EU as European Commission proposes digital labels and tax simplification

Simpler energy labelling in the EU as European Commission proposes digital labels and tax simplification

Al Bawaba

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· Jun 21, 2026

Russia suspends fuel sales to the public in occupied Crimea

ALBAWABA - Fuel sales to the general public are suspended in Russian-occupied Crimea, in Ukraine, the local Moscow-backed governor said on Sunday, as Kyiv stepped up strikes on Russian supply lines...

ABC News

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· Jun 21, 2026

Ukrainian attacks prompt Russian-held Crimea to halt civilian gasoline sales

Officials in Russia-occupied Crimea have suspended civilian gasoline sales as Ukraine increases attacks on fuel supplies

ANTARA News

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· Jun 21, 2026

Subsidized fuel policy helps safeguard purchasing power

The government's decision to maintain subsidized fuel prices is intended to preserve public purchasing power and ...

TASS

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· Jul 7, 2026

Ukrainian army has no gas stations left on major routes in Sumy Region — security source

According to the source, this is confirmed by plans by regional Ukrainian authorities to ban the retail sale of gasoline starting July 10

Modern Diplomacy

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· Jul 7, 2026

Reform of the EU Electricity Market Design: A Step in the Right Direction?

Energy prices have increased significantly since 2021 due to demand transformations in the post-Covid-19 pandemic period and Russia’s war on Ukraine adversely affecting European households and businesses. Specifically, increased energy demand attributed to a dynamic global economy rebound after the pandemic led to increased electricity prices, thereby causing the first wave of an unfolding energy [] The post Reform of the EU Electricity Market Design: A Step in the Right Direction? appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

Vanguard News

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· Jul 7, 2026

FG incurs N358.3bn electricity subsidy in Q1 — NERC

By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja The Federal Government (FG) incurred an electricity tariff subsidy obligation of N358.32 billion in the first quarter of 2026 as it continued to bridge the gap between cost-reflective electricity tariffs and the rates paid by consumers, according to the latest report by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). The Commission, in its [] The post FG incurs N358.3bn electricity subsidy in Q1 — NERC appeared first on Vanguard News.

Kyiv Post

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· Jun 21, 2026

Fuel Sales Suspended for Civilians Across Occupied Crimea and Sevastopol

The Russian-installed heads of occupied Crimea and Sevastopol have announced the immediate suspension of all fuel sales to civilians. Crimean gas stations will only dispense fuel to state services necessary for the region’s security and operations. In Sevastopol, a similar measure has been confirmed, halting fuel distribution via QR codes and restricting sales exclusively to emergency transport due to supply delays.

Caucasian Knot

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· Jul 6, 2026

The fuel crisis in southern Russia has led to fines and refusals of benefits for drivers.

Against the backdrop of the ongoing fuel shortage, the authorities of Astrakhan have halved the fuel consumption of government agencies, the number of advertisements for the sale of gas stations has increased in the Stavropol region, and in the Rostov region, New People demand the cancellation of fines for drivers forced to wait in line for gasoline in designated lanes.

POLITICO

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· Jun 22, 2026

Big gas is trying to cash in on Europe’s fossil fuel crisis

Fossil fuel companies are exploiting Europe’s energy price crisis to weaken EU methane rules designed to reduce powerful greenhouse gas emissions. Evidence shows their claims are unfounded.

ING Think

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· Jul 6, 2026

Europe’s push for sustainable aviation fuels needs more than mandates

Europe’s mandates for Sustainable Aviation Fuels send a strong demand signal, but won’t unlock new supply on their own. Scaling production requires incentives for producers and a broader feedstock strategy. Without these measures, Europe risks meeting its climate goals by becoming increasingly dependent on imported fuels

Korea Times News

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· Jul 6, 2026

Is a European single market for energy such a good idea?

Is a European single market for energy such a good idea?

Foreign Policy Journal

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· Jun 22, 2026

Ukraine Strikes Cripple Russian Fuel Supply As Crimea Rations Gasoline For Civilians

Occupation authorities in Crimea have suspended fuel sales to private individuals and businesses, directing remaining supplies exclusively toward government agencies and essential services. The rationing measure signals a significant escalation in the economic pressure Ukraine has managed to place on Russian-held territory through sustained military targeting. Ukrainian forces have intensified their campaign against fuel depots, [] The post Ukraine Strikes Cripple Russian Fuel Supply As Crimea Rations Gasoline For Civilians appeared first on Foreign Policy Journal.

Eunews

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· Jun 26, 2026

The 27 Member States remain divided over zero-emission cars

Brussels – There is still no agreement on the revision of the regulation on zero-emission cars and vans. The 27 Member States remain divided between those who support promoting electric vehicles and those who wish to retain combustion engines (albeit running on alternative fuels). These differences emerged yesterday (25 June) at the Environment Council meeting []

The Standard

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· Jul 8, 2026

Burnham urged to end windfall tax if he enters No 10

The energy profits levy has been heavily criticised by the oil and gas industry and its backers.

Seeking Alpha

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· Jul 6, 2026

Hedge Your Power Bills With The Skylar Electricity Futures ETF

Hedge Your Power Bills With The Skylar Electricity Futures ETF

NDTV

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· Jul 2, 2026

Maruti Suzuki, Bajaj Auto Among ICICI Securities' Top Picks After June Auto Sales Data

Demand sustainability amid the recent vehicle, fuel price hikes, along with the potential impact of below-average monsoon especially on tractor segment, remains a monitorable, adds the brokerage.

Nepal News

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· Jul 13, 2026

मध्यपूर्व तनाव बढेपछि तेलको मूल्यमा उछाल

काठमाडौं । अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय बजारमा कच्चा तेलको मूल्य सोमबार उल्लेख्य रूपमा बढेको छ। इरानले खाडी क्षेत्रका देशहरूमाथि आक्रमण विस्तार गरेपछि तथा अमेरिकाले इरानमाथि थप सैन्य कारबाही गरेपछि ऊर्जा आपूर्ति मार्गमा जोखिम बढेसँगै तेलको भाउमा दबाब परेको हो । यतिबला ब्रेन्ट क्रुडको मूल्य ३.८८ प्रतिशतले बढ्दै प्रतिब्यारेल ७८.९६ डलरमा कारोबार भईरहेको छ । त्यस्तै डब्लूटीआई क्रुडको मूल्य []

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jul 5, 2026

Industri gas asli dunia: Di mana kedudukan Malaysia?

Krisis geopolitik semasa membuktikan bahawa keselamatan tenaga menjadi antara faktor penting dalam menentukan kestabilan sosioekonomi sesebuah negara. Perang Rusia-Ukraine menyebabkan harga elektrik meningkat hampir 200 peratus di beberapa negara Eropah. Negara-negara Eropah terpaksa membelanjakan trilion ringgit bagi melaksanakan pelbagai langkah kecemasan, termasuk menghidupkan semula loji janakuasa arang batu demi memastikan bekalan tenaga kekal stabil. Ketegangan ... Read more The post Industri gas asli dunia: Di mana kedudukan Malaysia? appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

DutchNews.nl

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· Jun 24, 2026

Dynamic energy contract users warned of evening price spike

Households with dynamic energy contracts have been warned to cut their power use on Wednesday evening or face paying sky-high...

Free Press

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· Jul 5, 2026

Tell Congress: Stop Making it Hotter

The U.S. Congress has always given dramatically larger subsidies to fossil fuels than to solar or wind. Yet, just now, in the middle of a heat wave, with renewables having just become the world's largest source of electricity, not to mention the most affordable, the Energy Secretary has announced an end to all subsidies for solar and wind and the removal of energy efficiency rules for home appliances, risking disastrous power outages.

UrduPoint

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· Jul 1, 2026

Power consumers may face Rs0.82 per unit hike under May fuel cost adjustment

Power consumers may face Rs0.82 per unit hike under May fuel cost adjustment

Wall Street Journal

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· Jun 26, 2026

Ukraine’s Growing Drone Armada Is Overwhelming Russia’s Air Defenses

Kyiv’s escalating campaign is leading to restrictions on fuel sales in Russia, surging gasoline prices and regular images of black smoke clouds.

DNyuz

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· Jun 25, 2026

Paris court gives oil giant Total Energies half a year to tighten climate policies. Climate activists cry foul

A court in Paris ruled on Thursday that energy giant TotalEnergies must account for its customer’s greenhouse gas emissions, giving the French company six months to report the environmental risks caused by the consumption of its gas and oil products. The decision, which comes amid a record heat wave in France, fell short of requests []

Romania Insider

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· Jul 9, 2026

New rules for energy communities, participation in wholesale market, and storage use

New rules for energy communities, participation in wholesale market, and storage use

The Local Germany

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· Jul 2, 2026

Fuel prices jump in Germany as energy tax discount ends

Drivers across Germany woke up to higher fuel costs after the tank discount ended this week. Prices jumped quickly, and earlier than many expected.

Eyewitness News Bahamas

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· Jul 3, 2026

BPL Says Summer Behind Higher Electricity Bills

BPL Says Summer Behind Higher Electricity Bills

The Economic Times

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· Jul 7, 2026

AAP's Kejriwal urges E20, E10, E0 fuel at pumps

AAP's Kejriwal urges E20, E10, E0 fuel at pumps

RAPPLER

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· Jul 9, 2026

Tax breaks on kerosene, LPG end. How will this affect prices?

For consumers, the excise tax suspension had meant direct savings of around P5.65 per liter of kerosene and almost P37 for an LPG tank

Meduza.io

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· Jun 24, 2026

Three more Russian regions impose fuel sales restrictions

Authorities in Russia’s Bryansk, Kursk, and Kurgan regions have imposed restrictions on fuel sales.

Anadolu Agency

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· Jun 22, 2026

Government energy-crisis aid damages climate by subsidizing fossil fuels: Ifo

Relief measures in EU crisis years 2022 and 2023 amounted to permanent subsidy of 18 per ton of CO2 for gas, 10 for oil

TheJournal.ie

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· Jun 27, 2026

Did the government vote to increase the cost of petrol, diesel and other fuels this month?

How did the fuel blockades end? And has the government voted to increase fuel taxes? Answers vary.

BERNAMA

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· Jun 24, 2026

Business : Govt Has No Plans To Expand Fuel Subsidy Programme --  Liew 

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- The government has no plans to expand the fuel subsidy programme after the recent adjustment in subsidised diesel prices, said Deputy Finance Minister Liew Chin Tong.

The Moscow Times

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· Jul 8, 2026

Russia Bans Diesel Exports to Ensure Domestic Supply After Targeted Ukrainian Drone Strikes

The government said the ban, which includes producers of the fuel, will be in place until July 31.

Ukrainska Pravda

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· Jun 25, 2026

Netherlands to provide €178m to help Ukraine prepare for winter

The Netherlands will provide 178 million (approx. US202.6 million) to prepare Ukraine for winter and develop distributed generation, and the country is also preparing to transfer decommissioned gas turbines to Ukraine as early as this autumn.

NaturalNews.com

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· Jul 3, 2026

Renewable Energy Policies Linked to Rising Energy Costs, Economic Strain, Report Says

(NaturalNews) A growing body of evidence indicates that aggressive renewable energy mandates are contributing to higher electricity prices and economic strain in se...

Sky News Australia

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· Jul 5, 2026

Bowen admits Australians are paying too much for power

Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen concedes energy bills remain too high but blames global pressures and a decade of Coalition policy. “Energy Bills are too high, that’s the result of a couple of things,” Mr Bowen told Sky News Australia. “That’s the result of an international energy crisis, particularly around Ukraine, that we had to deal with; it’s the result of ten years of denial and delay. “We have a plan to make that better, and the coalition has a plan to make it worse.”

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