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Hours after a dramatic military operation ousted Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro from power and removed him from the country Saturday, President Donald Trump said the United States would “run” Venezuela at least temporarily and tap its vast oil reserves to sell to other nations.
President Donald Trump on Saturday said the US would take control of Venezuela’s massive oil reserves and recruit American companies to invest billions of dollars to refurbish the country’s gutted oil industry.
A suspected arson attack damaged the power cables. Authorities said 35,000 households will be without electricity until Thursday afternoon
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While celebrity watchers suggest that the Kardashian brand needs fresh energy as younger stars emerge, the success of Skims may soften the blow
New targets include a major expansion of renewable energy and more electricity funnelled to eastern regions
The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has submitted a proposal to the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) requesting a revision of electricity tariffs for the first quarter of 2026.
The staff of the Embassy of Sri Lanka in France commenced work in the New Year on January 01, 2026 with a simple ceremony. Following the raising of the National Flag and lighting of the traditional oil lamp, a two-minute’ silence was observed to commemorate those who lost their lives in Cyclone Ditwah, and to commem…
The singer reflects on 2025 that ‘brought many tests’ and scrutiny, urging his fans to ‘place your energy where it truly matters’
Venezuela’s leader sidesteps questions about a reported US land attack while offering to talk ‘seriously’ about cooperation
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Laugfs Gas announced yesterday (January 1) that it has increased the prices of its domestic gas cylinders.
The two generators undergoing maintenance at the Norochcholai Lakvijaya Coal Power Plant are scheduled to be reconnected to the national power grid on January 14 and 18, the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has confirmed.
From, here are highlights from the SCMP’s overseas correspondents in December 2025
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WeRide, Baidu and Pony.ai expand operations in the Middle East as UAE promotes clean energy and reduces dependence on oil and gas
There is a positive energy to rebuild Sri Lanka. That is a great start for 2026. In order to truly rebuild as a powerful nation, we must enrich our national unity. This is the era to move away from petty politics and think of the nation. Sri Lanka will rise again.
Sri Lanka’s edible oil industry stands at a critical juncture. With national consumption estimated at 250,000 to 270,000 metric tonnes (MT) annually, the country remains heavily dependent on imports to meet domestic demand. Despite its long agricultural heritage, Sri Lanka produces only a fraction of the edible oils…
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4 of the Sri Lanka Electricity (Amendment) Act, No. 36 of 2024, the draft National Electricity Policy has been prepared and public comments have now been received.
Various energy and telecommunications infrastructure has been hit in recent years, with many leaders and experts suspecting Russia
A few months ago, Oregon’s green energy outlook was bleak.
Peak oil once struck fear into policymakers, businesses and consumers as a looming moment when the world might suck the last drops of black gold from the ground, like a straw reaching the bottom of a milkshake.
A once-struggling Chinese coal city turns the traditional fossil fuel into nylon, manufacturing popular fashion from sportswear to lingerie
The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has announced that two generators at the Lakvijaya Coal-fired Power Plant in Norochcholai are currently out of service.
A 5-day cruise to South America’s southern tip stuns with fiords, penguins and wind-blasted cliffs reached via the world’s deadliest waters
Some 89% of people worldwide say they want more action on the climate crisis. Nearly seven in 10 note they would donate 1% of their income to help. In the US, two-thirds are at least somewhat worried about global warming.
Facility runs for 10 hours straight and will produce 180 million kilowatt-hours of electricity a year, powering 30,000 homes
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Group says this collective energy can power SM North EDSA independently for two year straight
Late US statesman Henry Kissinger’s dire warning about Tokyo aiming to become a nuclear power by 2028 is being re-examined by Beijing
Chinese engineers’ powerful breakthrough could solve risks of renewable energy shock after low wind swing almost shut down the national grid
A flock of migrating cranes rises above Lake Hula in northern Israel at sunrise. The nature reserve is one of the most important resting places for migratory birds in the region. Cranes travel thousands of kilometers during migration, using thermals to conserve energy. This photo was selected as one of the most beau…
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The two leaders are expected to discuss issues like the future of the Donbas region and the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant
Repeated assaults on energy infrastructure – including recent tanker explosions in the Black Sea – underscore the terrorist tactics employed by the Kiev regime, which operates with the tacit approval of Western powers, Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova told a news briefing.
Director of Indian Institute of Petroleum and Energy Shalivahan on Friday (December 26) said that India’s continuous growth in all sectors would provide ample career opportunities for youngsters in spite of temporary challenges due to various factors.
In overcast start, 128-strong fleet pay tribute to victims of December 14 Bondi Beach terror attack before facing strong southerly wind
The United States and Ukraine have reached a consensus on several critical issues aimed at bringing an end to the nearly four-year conflict, but sensitive issues around territorial control in Ukraine’s eastern industrial heartland, along with the management of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, remain unresolved,…
Lawmakers in Venezuela on Tuesday passed a bill that criminalizes a range of activities that could hinder trade and commerce in the South American country, such as the seizure of oil tankers.
The new law, which will end years of near-exclusive state control, could unlock stalled investment and boost nuclear capacity, analysts say
At least two people were killed and several were missing after a pair of explosions rocked a nursing home in Bristol Township, outside the US city of Philadelphia.
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The deal to acquire US$18.9 billion of assets is meant to reduce excessive competition and enhance efficiency among state-owned enterprises
The US is playing down global warming and pushing its oil and gas on the world while China is helping others to adopt renewables
The actions of the US fleet in the Caribbean are increasingly causing alarm. US warships not only have alleged drug boats in their sights; since early December, they have also been targeting oil tankers.
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HNB PLC, one of Sri Lanka’s leading private sector bank, has signed a strategic MoU with Gaia Green Energy Holdings Pvt Ltd, a prominent provider of solar energy systems, to promote sustainable energy adoption through affordable personal and SME loan facilities.
Tenders are invited for the 50 MW solar power project with battery storage system to be constructed in Sampur.
The Ministry of Energy estimates that renewable (solar and wind) power generation will exceed the planned amount in the years 2025, 2026 and 2027.
Lawmakers in Japan's Niigata Prefecture have approved a request from the operator of the world's largest nuclear power plant to resume operations, overriding the concerns of local residents and anti-nuclear campaigners.