2 h. ago Gulf States See $6 Billion of Africa Energy Deals Within Weeks

Middle East countries have shown interest in or completed deals for at least $6 billion of African energy assets in recent weeks, demonstrating a larger investment appetite on the continent by the region.

Economics

3 h. ago Why Spain’s Rooftop Solar Owners Weren’t Spared From the Blackout

The power outage across the nation this week shows that installing rooftop solar doesn't automatically guarantee owners energy independence.

Other

7 h. ago US gives initial approval for $3.5 billion missile sale to Saudi Arabia before Trump’s planned visit

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The United States has given initial approval to sell $3.5 billion worth of air-to-air missiles for Saudi Arabia’s fighter jets, the latest proposed arms deal for the region ahead of President Donald Trump ‘s planned trip to the region later this month. The sale, announced early Saturday, likely will […]

Economics

8 h. ago ’A positive first step,’ Danielle Smith says of meeting with Mark Carney on Friday

Smith said Friday that she and Carney had a lengthy conversation about policies and legislation that are holding back Alberta's energy economy

Transport

9 h. ago Mustang Energy Corp. Provides Update on Geophysical Reinterpretation and Targeting

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mustang Energy Corp. (CSE: MEC, OTC:MECPF, FRA:92T) (the “Company” or “Mustang”) is pleased to provide an update on its ongoing geophysical reprocessing, reinterpretation and targeting work in collaboration with leading geophysical consultants Resource Potentials Ltd. (“ResPot”) of Perth, Australia. This initiative reflects Mustang’s commitment to advancing exploration […]

Culture

12 h. ago Calgary police Chief Mark Neufeld has resigned, interim chief appointed

In a surprise move, Calgary police Chief Mark Neufeld has tendered his resignation and Deputy Chief Katie McLellan has been appointed the city's new interim police chief.

Events

12 h. ago Calgary police Chief Mark Neufeld resigns from Calgary Police Service

The Calgary police commission approved a three-year extension of Neufeld's contract in 2023

Events

12 h. ago Gran Tierra Energy Announces Final Voting Results of its Annual Meeting of Stockholders

CALGARY, Alberta , May 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Gran Tierra Energy Inc. (“Gran Tierra” or the “Company”) (NYSE American:GTE) (TSX:GTE) (LSE:GTE) today announced the voting results from the Company’s annual meeting of stockholders held on May 2, 2025. Final Voting Results of Gran Tierra’s Annual Meeting of Stockholders: Stockholders elected all nine individuals nominated […]

Economics

12 h. ago Vital Battery Metals Announces Name Change to Aventis Energy

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vital Battery Metals Inc. (“Vital” or the “Company”) (CSE: VBAM | OTC: VBAMF | FRA: C0O), is pleased to announce that the Company’s Board of Directors have approved a name change to “Aventis Energy Inc.” The Company’s trading symbol on the Canadian Securities Exchange (“CSE”) shall concurrently change to “AVE”. No […]

Other

13 h. ago Newmont Promotes Natascha Viljoen to President and Chief Operating Officer

DENVER — Newmont Corporation (NYSE: NEM, TSX: NGT, ASX: NEM, PNGX: NEM) (“Newmont”) today announced that Natascha Viljoen, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, has been promoted to President and Chief Operating Officer of the company. Ms. Viljoen will continue to report directly to Chief Executive Officer Tom Palmer. “This promotion is a recognition […]

Events

16 h. ago Ottawa may not want to get out of the pipeline business just yet: Trans Mountain CEO

Trump's trade threats have only spurred increased interest in TMX, Mark Maki said

Economics

16 h. ago Energy Chief Says US Won’t Move Forward With With Billions in Biden

Energy Secretary Chris Wright said his agency doesn’t plan to move forward with billions of dollars worth of Biden-era loans as the Trump administration reviews the department’s $400 billion-strong green bank.

Politics

16 h. ago Tyler Mazereeuw named Canadian Elite Basketball League’s new president

Tyler Mazereeuw was with the CFL for 12 years, most recently serving as chief commercial officer for the league.

Sport

17 h. ago Traders Draw Down LME Copper Stocks as Chinese Market Tightens

Traders including Trafigura Group and Mercuria Energy Group Ltd. are drawing down stocks of copper on the London Metal Exchange, as strong Chinese buying tightens the market for the bellwether metal despite fears of recession.

Economics

18 h. ago Zambia, Zimbabwe Court Investors to Revive $5 Billion Hydro Dam

Zambia and Zimbabwe are ramping up efforts to secure investment for the long-delayed $5 billion Batoka Gorge hydropower project, as they revive a controversial plan to potentially source water from the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Economics

21 h. ago NEO Battery Materials Appoints Dr. Matthew Dawson, CEO of Elementium Materials, as Senior Scientific Advisor

TORONTO, May 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NEO Battery Materials Ltd. (“NEO” or the “Company”) (TSXV: NBM) (OTC: NBMFF), a low-cost silicon anode materials developer that enables longer-running, rapid-charging lithium-ion batteries, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Matthew Dawson, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Elementium Materials Inc., to the Company’s Scientific Advisory […]

Other

23 h. ago Brookfield Business Partners Reports First Quarter 2025 Results

BROOKFIELD, News, May 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Brookfield Business Partners (NYSE: BBU, BBUC; TSX: BBU.UN, BBUC) announced today financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. “We had an active start to the year, generating over $1.5 billion from our capital recycling initiatives, progressing the acquisition of two market-leading industrial operations and investing approximately […]

Economics

23 h. ago Norway’s Equinor Offloads Stake in Brazilian Oil Field for $3.5 Billion

Equinor ASA agreed to sell its 60% stake in the Peregrino oil and gas project off the Brazilian coast for $3.5 billion, as the Norwegian energy explorer seeks to streamline international operations.

Economics

23 h. ago Opinion: Oil and gas, not cars, still pay Canada’s bills, and critical metals are soon to follow

Energy exports are almost two and a half times the value of exported cars, and critical minerals are coming on fast

Events

32 h. ago Japan Sees Trade Talks Speeding Up, Hopes for June Agreement

Japan aims to achieve a trade agreement with the US in June, with the high-stakes bilateral discussions expected to gain momentum in mid-May, Tokyo’s chief negotiator said after concluding the latest round of talks in Washington.

Economics