[2026-04-17 18:00 UTC+10:00] [Fossil fuels] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Colombia convenes climate ‘coalition of the willing’ to break global fossil fuel deadlock

Snippet: Santa Marta conference born out of frustration at Cop summits, where renewable progress has been stalled by major polluters

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/apr/17/colombia-convenes-climate-coalition-of-the-willing-to-break-global-fossil-fuel-deadlock

[2026-04-17 17:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Spain touts energy resilience to Iran war as Trump tensions cast shadow over trade

Snippet: Spanish Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo lauded the country's energy resilience to the Iran war, saying a pivot to solar and wind power has shielded Madrid from the worst impacts of the resulting energy shock.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/17/spain-energy-resilience-iran-war-trump-trade.html

[2026-04-17 17:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Buyers flock to US crude oil as Iran clash squeezes Mideast supply

Snippet: A clear line of VLCC supertankers are heading for the U.S. Gulf Coast due to the disruption of Middle Eastern crude oil supplies. (Marine Traffic)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/iran-tensions/iran-war/buyers-flock-to-us-crude-oil-as-iran-clash-squeezes-mideast-supply

[2026-04-17 17:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Iran war’s big winners: Wall Street, weapons firms, AI and green energy

Snippet: The International Monetary Fund has downgraded its global growth forecast for 2026 from 3.3 to 3.1 percent, citing the impact of the United States-Israeli war on Iran and the shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz on the world economy.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/4/17/iran-wars-big-winners-wall-street-weapons-firms-ai-and-green-energy

[2026-04-17 17:23 UTC+10:00] [BrandRap] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: SM Supermalls’ solar panel project helps both customers and communities nationwide

Snippet: Already have Rappler+? Sign in to listen to groundbreaking journalism.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/brandrap/sm-supermalls-solar-panel-project/

[2026-04-17 17:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: 'Plenty of fuel': Tasmanian government says Geelong refinery fire won't be a problem

Snippet: Tasmania's energy minister says people should only buy what fuel they need. (ABC News)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/viva-geelong-refinery-fire-impact-on-tasmania-petrol-diesel/106574822

[2026-04-17 17:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: U.S. seeks bigger energy foothold in India. Why it could be a problem for New Delhi

Snippet: The United States is stepping up efforts to sell oil and gas to India as the world's third-largest energy market grapples with supply disruptions from the Middle East and finds its alternatives shrinking after Washington ended waivers for Iranian and Russian crude.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/17/us-seeks-to-expand-energy-sales-to-india-why-it-could-be-a-problem-for-new-delhi.html

[2026-04-17 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Man City v Arsenal: 'Extraordinary' Rayan Cherki hits groove ahead of crunch title clash with Gunners | The National

Snippet: Momentum is a powerful ally in sport, and at this moment, Manchester City have the wind in their sails as they look to chase down Arsenal in the Premier League title race.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/sport/football/2026/04/17/man-city-v-arsenal-extraordinary-rayan-cherki-hits-groove-ahead-of-crunch-title-clash-with-gunners/

[2026-04-17 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Rayan Cherki hits groove ahead of Man City's crunch title clash with Arsenal | The National

Snippet: Momentum is a powerful ally in sport, and at this moment, Manchester City have the wind in their sails as they look to chase down Arsenal in the Premier League title race.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/sport/football/2026/04/19/manchester-city-arsenal-preview/

[2026-04-17 16:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Malaysian man among 8 dead in Indonesian helicopter crash

Snippet: The Airbus H130 was flying between palm oil plantations when it lost contact with air traffic control about five minutes after take-off

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3350430/malaysian-man-among-8-dead-indonesian-helicopter-crash?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 16:56 UTC+10:00] [Indonesia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Malaysian man among 8 dead in Indonesian helicopter crash

Snippet: The Airbus H130 was flying between palm oil plantations when it lost contact with air traffic control about five minutes after take-off

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3350430/malaysian-man-among-8-dead-indonesian-helicopter-crash

[2026-04-17 16:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: United Kingdom wins 13th Pyromusical at SM Mall of Asia

Snippet: FIVE Saturdays, one iconic bayfront. The 13th Philippine International Pyromusical Competition (PIPC) wrapped up at SM Mall of Asia with crowds gathering early and staying late, turning each night into a shared experience of music, lights, and city energy. The event delivered maxed-out experience week after week, with Seaside Boulevard filled with families, friends, and visitors taking in the show.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/17/tmt-newswire/united-kingdom-wins-13th-pyromusical-at-sm-mall-of-asia/2322552

[2026-04-17 16:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Drone Attack On Russia's Tuapse Oil Refinery Unleashes Fire So Large It Can Be Seen From Space

Snippet: Russia and Ukraine have continued trading blows on key oil and energy sites, with the latest being a drone attack targeting Russia's Tuapse Oil refinery, which unleashed a fire so large it can be picked up by satellites in space.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/drone-attack-russias-tuapse-oil-refinery-unleashes-fire-so-large-it-can-be-seen-space

[2026-04-17 16:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Editor's Choice: Energy crisis spreads across Asia, but investors stay bullish

Snippet: Textile workers returning to their hometowns wait to board a train in Surat, India, on March 16, 2026. More than 250,000 of about 1 million workers have left the city since early March, according to the Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry. © AP

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/editor-s-picks/editor-in-chief-s-picks/editor-s-choice-energy-crisis-spreads-across-asia-but-investors-stay-bullish

[2026-04-17 16:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong-flagged oil tanker passes through Strait of Hormuz in test of US blockade

Snippet: AVA 6 passage marks at least the second transit of a China-linked tanker through the strait since the US military operation began

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/article/3350423/hong-kong-flagged-oil-tanker-passes-through-strait-hormuz-test-us-blockade?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 16:29 UTC+10:00] [Pakistan] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong-flagged oil tanker passes through Strait of Hormuz in test of US blockade

Snippet: AVA 6 passage marks at least the second transit of a China-linked tanker through the strait since the US military operation began

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/article/3350423/hong-kong-flagged-oil-tanker-passes-through-strait-hormuz-test-us-blockade

[2026-04-17 16:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Local Spain

Title: Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Friday

Snippet: Record number of people waiting for operations in Spain, Repsol taking back control of Venezuelan oil assets, and more news from Spain this Friday April 17th.

Read full article: https://www.thelocal.es/20260417/today-in-spain-a-roundup-of-the-latest-news-on-friday-75

[2026-04-17 16:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Nat'l security adviser, EU official discuss economic security cooperation amid Mideast crisis

Snippet: SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- National Security Adviser Wi Sung-lac held talks with the European Union (EU)'s top trade negotiator Friday to discuss strengthening economic security cooperation amid energy market uncertainties stemming from the Middle East conflict, Cheong Wa Dae said.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260417006600315

[2026-04-17 16:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: US military will target Iran-linked ships worldwide, broadening scope beyond blockade

Snippet: WASHINGTON, D.C. — The US military has widened its efforts beyond the blockade of Iran's ports to allow its forces around the world to stop any ship tied to Tehran or those suspected of carrying supplies that could help its government, from weapons to oil, metals and electronics.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/17/world/americas-emea/us-military-will-target-iran-linked-ships-worldwide-broadening-scope-beyond-blockade/2322544

[2026-04-17 16:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: HD Hyundai Heavy wins 674.7 bln-won VLGC order in Middle East

Snippet: SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Co., South Korea's leading shipbuilder, said Friday it has secured a 674.7 billion-won (US$456 million) contract to build four gas carriers for a Middle East-based client.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260417006400320

[2026-04-17 15:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Queensland government in discussions for new oil refinery

Snippet: The Queensland Government is exploring the feasibility of a new oil refinery in Gladstone. (ABC News: Lucas Hill/File)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/new-refinery-gladstone-proposal-oil-crisis/106576458

[2026-04-17 15:32 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: S. Korean tanker navigates Red Sea amid Hormuz blockade

Snippet: A South Korea-owned vessel has departed from the Red Sea, the first Korean ship to use it as an alternative route to transport crude oil amid the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, the government said Friday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10719763

[2026-04-17 15:30 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Energy security is now inseparable from national security. Australia has options, but we’re not taking them

Snippet: You have reached your maximum number of saved items.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/energy-security-is-now-inseparable-from-national-security-australia-has-options-but-we-re-not-taking-them-20260417-p5zoqq.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 15:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Lee hails S. Korean oil tanker exiting Red Sea

Snippet: SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Friday shared a news report that a South Korean oil tanker exited the Red Sea, marking the first shipment of crude oil to the nation since the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260417005600315

[2026-04-17 15:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Iran war energy crisis spurs nuclear ambitions in Asia and Africa

Snippet: The energy shock from the Iran war is boosting nuclear power generation among some nations and adding momentum to the atomic desires of hard-hit countries in Africa and Asia.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/middle-east-wars-nuclear-energy-asia-africa-ab082ccbbc1fca8ab7eb6871040bf4a3

[2026-04-17 15:07 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Seoul steps up efforts to secure oil, naphtha from North Africa amid Middle East disruptions

Snippet: Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts in diplomacy, military policy and North Korea’s evolving posture.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10719722

[2026-04-17 15:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Daewoo E&C bolsters Japan ties for global energy push

Snippet: Korean builder logs $71b in 481 overseas projects in 50 countries since founding

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10719716

[2026-04-17 15:00 UTC+10:00] [Biscuits] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Helen Goh’s recipe for Anzac sandwich biscuits with dark chocolate filling | The sweet spot

Snippet: Chewy in the middle and crisp at the edges, as any self-respecting Anzac biscuit ought to be, but here they’re sandwiched together with a slightly luxurious, mildly salted, olive oil-enriched dark chocolate ganache

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/food/2026/apr/17/anzac-sandwich-biscuits-recipe-dark-chocolate-ganache-filling-helen-goh

[2026-04-17 14:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Asian stocks lower and oil falls on ceasefire hopes

Snippet: A currency trader talks on the phone near a screen showing the Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI), top center, and the foreign exchange rate between U.S. dollar and South Korean won, top center left, at the foreign exchange dealing room of the Hana Bank headquarters, in Seoul, South Korea, Friday, April 17, 2026.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/stock-markets-trump-oil-iran-war-50e10bf2aa9b0b658c51e17db3eb3b13

[2026-04-17 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: How the UAE and its Gulf neighbours can help keep a thirsty world hydrated | The National

Snippet: The next global race is not for AI or energy, it is for water; and the UAE should lead it.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/opinion/comment/2026/04/17/how-the-uae-and-its-gulf-neighbours-can-help-keep-a-thirsty-world-hydrated/

[2026-04-17 13:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Amid elevated oil prices, Hong Kong’s stable energy system is a boon

Snippet: Readers discuss the city’s electricity regime, the significance of Russian oil, and the KMT leader’s visit to mainland China

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/letters/article/3350118/amid-elevated-oil-prices-hong-kongs-stable-energy-system-boon?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 13:30 UTC+10:00] [energy] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Amid elevated oil prices, Hong Kong’s stable energy system is a boon

Snippet: Readers discuss the city’s electricity regime, the significance of Russian oil, and the KMT leader’s visit to mainland China

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/letters/article/3350118/amid-elevated-oil-prices-hong-kongs-stable-energy-system-boon

[2026-04-17 13:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: US oil floats to top as Asia looks for Middle Eastern alternatives amid Iran war

Snippet: Buyers from Japan, South Korea, Singapore and Thailand have helped push May sales to over 60 million barrels, the highest in three years

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3350394/us-oil-floats-top-asia-looks-middle-eastern-alternatives-amid-iran-war?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 13:17 UTC+10:00] [US] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: US oil floats to top as Asia looks for Middle Eastern alternatives amid Iran war

Snippet: Buyers from Japan, South Korea, Singapore and Thailand have helped push May sales to over 60 million barrels, the highest in three years

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3350394/us-oil-floats-top-asia-looks-middle-eastern-alternatives-amid-iran-war

[2026-04-17 13:09 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Federal] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Major chains under pressure as independent servos slash fuel prices

Snippet: Independent service stations are slashing unleaded petrol to as low as $1.90 a litre and diesel to less than $2.95 after news of the Iran war ceasefire last week spurred a swift fall in global oil prices, now flowing through to Australia.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/federal/major-chains-under-pressure-as-independent-servos-slash-fuel-prices-20260417-p5zoru.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 12:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: India's Central Bank Tells Oil Refiners To Stop Buying Dollars On Spot Market

Snippet: By Julianne Geiger of OilPrice.com

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/commodities/indias-central-bank-tells-oil-refiners-stop-buying-dollars-spot-market

[2026-04-17 12:19 UTC+10:00] [News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Michael West Media

Title: Stocks set for weekly gain, oil below $US100 a barrel

Snippet: April 17, 2026 12:19 | News

Read full article: https://michaelwest.com.au/stocks-set-for-weekly-gain-oil-below-us100-a-barrel/

[2026-04-17 12:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Last US Convoy Exits Syria After Brutal 14-Year Regime Change Proxy War

Snippet: Widespread reports on Thursday say the very last US military convoy has finally departed Syrian territory, with the years-long occupation of the primarily northeast oil and gas rich sector over in a 'mission accomplished' fashion.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/last-us-convoy-exits-syria-after-brutal-14-year-regime-change-proxy-war

[2026-04-17 12:02 UTC+10:00] [National / Queensland] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Queensland wants to ‘move every mountain possible’ for second refinery

Snippet: Queensland is in discussions with proponents to build a second fuel refinery in the state to service potential new oil reserves from the Taroom Trough, according to Premier David Crisafulli.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/queensland/queensland-wants-to-move-every-mountain-possible-for-second-refinery-20260417-p5zos1.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 11:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PH could become 'casualty' in bid for US waiver on Russian oil imports, warns expert

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines’ bid to secure an extension of a US sanctions waiver allowing continued imports of Russian crude could place the country within a broader geopolitical contest between Washington and Beijing, an international law expert warned.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/17/news/ph-could-become-casualty-in-bid-for-us-waiver-on-russian-oil-imports-warns-expert/2322491

[2026-04-17 11:51 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Rising oil prices weighing on consumer, business sentiment: finance ministry

Snippet: Escalating geopolitical tensions linked to the prolonged Middle East conflict are posing risks of inflation and greater downside pressure on the South Korean economy, the finance ministry said Friday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10719524

[2026-04-17 11:48 UTC+10:00] [World] [Factuality: 100]

Source: 9News

Title: Millions of barrels of crude oil could be permanently lost due to Iran war

Snippet: Property News: Australia's most popular suburbs in every capital city.

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/world/fuel-crisis-australia-two-million-barrels-crude-oil-could-be-permanently-lost-iran-war-anz-warns/b5a1f05b-8d03-41cc-8a93-e04c1d0b328b

[2026-04-17 11:46 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: S. Korea explores crude oil, naphtha supply with Algeria, Libya amid Mideast conflict

Snippet: A senior South Korean diplomat has discussed with top officials in Algeria and Libya the possibility of securing crude oil and naphtha supplies amid the Middle East conflict, the foreign ministry said Friday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10719515

[2026-04-17 11:46 UTC+10:00] [Lebanon] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Shattered lives in Lebanon after Israeli airstrikes – in pictures

Snippet: View image in fullscreenSmoke rises from the site of an Israeli airstrike that targeted the southern coastal city of Tyre on 7 March.Photograph: Kawnat Haju/AFP/GettyShareView image in fullscreenCivil defence forces attempt to extinguish a blaze that erupted after an Israeli bombardment on a solar farm and electricity generation facility in Tyre, 4 March.Photograph: Kawnat Haju/AFP/GettyShareView image in fullscreenThrough the hole of a shattered window, emergency workers and security forces are seen responding to an Israeli airstrike in the Lebanese city

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/gallery/2026/apr/17/lebanon-beirut-israel-airstrikes-images-photos-gallery-in-pictures

[2026-04-17 11:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: Major refinery fire won't lead to fuel rationing, Australian PM says

Snippet: Fuel production at a critical Australian oil refinery has significantly dropped after a major fire but tougher restrictions will not be introduced, the country's prime minister has said.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx24118yrpwo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-04-17 11:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Philippine inequalities deepen as jeepneys languish and oil companies gain

Snippet: Drivers of jeepneys, the well-known public minibuses in the Philippines, are struggling to survive as fuel costs surge. Local oil companies, meanwhile, are accused of amassing record profits since the Iran war started. (Photo by Michael Beltran)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/philippine-inequalities-deepen-as-jeepneys-languish-and-oil-companies-gain

[2026-04-17 11:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Rising oil prices weighing on consumer, business sentiment: finance ministry

Snippet: SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- Escalating geopolitical tensions linked to the prolonged Middle East conflict are posing risks of inflation and greater downside pressure on the South Korean economy, the finance ministry said Friday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260417003000320

[2026-04-17 11:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: CNBC

Title: CNBC Daily Open: A fragile peace, but a firm market rally

Snippet: Taken from CNBC’s Daily Open, our international markets newsletter — Subscribe today

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/17/cnbc-daily-market-rally-oil-iran-war.html

[2026-04-17 10:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Oil declines as Israel-Lebanon truce raises hopes of wider de-escalation

Snippet: Oil prices fell after U.S. President Donald Trump said Israel and Lebanon had agreed to a 10-day ceasefire following talks in Washington.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/17/oil-prices-wti-brent-israel-lebanon-ceasefire-trump.html

[2026-04-17 10:40 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: IMF official says S. Korea has 'substantial' energy buffers despite vulnerabilities

Snippet: An official at the International Monetary Fund said Thursday that South Korea has "substantial" energy buffers although it has vulnerabilities stemming from energy supply disruptions caused by the US-Israeli war against Iran.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10719394