MYSTERIOUS: 12 | Mind Blowing Facts

G7 to release 100m barrels from reserves to combat surging diesel prices – as it happened

Macron says G7 will ‘work in a coordinated manner to help bring down the prices of petroleum products’

The Guardian - UK · Oct 2

Putin has just made a chilling threat against Europe. Here’s what we know

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The Independent UK · Oct 2

More than half of Europe exposed to extreme heat stress this summer

A record 52 percent of the European continent was exposed to intense heat stress during the summer of 2026, according to the European Union’s Copernicus climate monitoring service. The season saw Europe experience four of its 10 worst heatwaves on record.

Radio France Internationale · Oct 2

Global factory activity boosted by AI spending boom

As AI investments surge, manufacturing activity in Europe and Asia grows noticeably. India boasts significant expansion in its manufacturing sector, boosting business confidence and supporting hiring efforts. Meanwhile, South Korea and Taiwan are experiencing a revival in factory operations, driven by semiconductor and automotive demands.

The Economic Times · Oct 2

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Euronews · Oct 2

US wants European allies to do this 'immediately' to lower diesel prices

The US has urged European allies to release strategic diesel reserves immediately as global fuel prices surge amid supply disruptions linked to the Iran war. Washington is also considering a diesel export ban, putting pressure on France and Germany to tap stockpiles. US diesel prices have climbed more than 70%…

The Economic Times · Oct 2

More than half of Europe faced intense summer heat stress, EU monitor says

A record 52% of Europe faced intense heat stress this summer, the EU’s climate monitor said Friday, as climate change fuelled widespread heatwaves and tens of thousands of excess deaths. Europe recorded its third warmest summer, while western Europe experienced its hottest, with several countries setting national temperature records overall.

France 24 · Oct 2

Oil prices edge higher, hover around $102 as US-Iran tensions, China fuel curbs support prices; MCX closed today

Oil prices rose for a third straight session as China halted fuel exports and the US weighed additional military deployments to the Middle East. Brent crude rose 0.26% to $102.58 a barrel, while WTI gained 0.04% to $92.91. Markets also assessed tighter fuel supplies and rising geopolitical risks.

The Economic Times · Oct 2

US dollar climbs to 17-month high as bond rout, French fiscal worries weigh on euro

The US dollar is experiencing a significant surge, reaching a 17-month peak as global bond yields continue to rise. Investor anxiety over inflation and increased government borrowing is steering market trends. As a result, yields on 10-year US Treasuries have soared to their highest point since 2002. Meanwhile, the euro…

The Economic Times · Oct 2

May heatwaves, deaths, ruined harvests: study of Europe’s summer paints grim picture for the future

EU Copernicus report shows surface air temperatures from June to August were 2.5C above decadal average

The Guardian - UK · Oct 2