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21 min agoTrump said the US might attack Pickaxe, a mountain complex near Natanz suspected of holding highly enriched uranium reserves. Trump characterized the six-month military confrontation with Iran as minor, while Iran denied nuclear activities at the site, calling the accusations a pretext for aggression.36 min agoIsraeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said troops have removed Hezbollah fighters from tunnel networks beneath the Ali al-Taher ridge. On Friday, Lebanese health authorities said Israeli strikes on southern and eastern Lebanon killed three people and wounded 23.1 h agoUS diesel hit an all-time high of $5.85 per gallon, a 58 percent increase from $3.71 a year earlier. The surge follows US and Israel military action against Iran in late February, straining global energy supplies.1 h agoReal Betis defeated Real Madrid 1-0 in La Liga, ending José Mourinho's perfect start to his second spell in charge. Troy Parrott scored the winning goal, and Kylian Mbappé missed a late penalty that would have leveled the match.2 h agoWorld number one Aryna Sabalenka stopped play during her third-round victory over Kamilla Rakhimova at the US Open on Friday after noticing cannabis smoke wafting into Louis Armstrong Stadium. The issue arose during her second service game when Sabalenka, already leading 3-0, alerted umpire Eva Asderaki-Moore.13 h agoFive retro-style video games have been added to the White House website to advance President Trump's policy goals. The collection has gained online traction, including one game in which an eagle transports a bill across Washington's National Mall.13 h agoBrazil forward Gabriel Martinelli has transferred from Premier League champions Arsenal to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal on a four-season contract. The deal is the most expensive in the Saudi Pro League this summer, with Martinelli valued at approximately 45 million euros.13 h agoTwo fresh incidents targeting the country's electricity grid drew police attention on Friday, according to Bild newspaper. The developments intensified security concerns following Berlin's accusation that Russia attempted a drone strike at Leipzig airport.13 h agoSuspected insurgents attacked a hunting camp in the Niassa Special Reserve in northern Mozambique, prompting the evacuation of at least three Americans. The State Department said its embassy was aware of the attack but did not confirm American involvement.13 h agoTwo more Australians have been confirmed safe following last week's Nepal-Tibet flood, bringing the number of unaccounted-for Australians down to 36. Two trapped workers have been rescued from tunnels, with Nepalese officials expressing optimism about rescuing additional hydropower workers.21 min agoTrump said the US might attack Pickaxe, a mountain complex near Natanz suspected of holding highly enriched uranium reserves. Trump characterized the six-month military confrontation with Iran as minor, while Iran denied nuclear activities at the site, calling the accusations a pretext for aggression.36 min agoIsraeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said troops have removed Hezbollah fighters from tunnel networks beneath the Ali al-Taher ridge. On Friday, Lebanese health authorities said Israeli strikes on southern and eastern Lebanon killed three people and wounded 23.1 h agoUS diesel hit an all-time high of $5.85 per gallon, a 58 percent increase from $3.71 a year earlier. The surge follows US and Israel military action against Iran in late February, straining global energy supplies.1 h agoReal Betis defeated Real Madrid 1-0 in La Liga, ending José Mourinho's perfect start to his second spell in charge. Troy Parrott scored the winning goal, and Kylian Mbappé missed a late penalty that would have leveled the match.2 h agoWorld number one Aryna Sabalenka stopped play during her third-round victory over Kamilla Rakhimova at the US Open on Friday after noticing cannabis smoke wafting into Louis Armstrong Stadium. The issue arose during her second service game when Sabalenka, already leading 3-0, alerted umpire Eva Asderaki-Moore.13 h agoFive retro-style video games have been added to the White House website to advance President Trump's policy goals. The collection has gained online traction, including one game in which an eagle transports a bill across Washington's National Mall.13 h agoBrazil forward Gabriel Martinelli has transferred from Premier League champions Arsenal to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal on a four-season contract. The deal is the most expensive in the Saudi Pro League this summer, with Martinelli valued at approximately 45 million euros.13 h agoTwo fresh incidents targeting the country's electricity grid drew police attention on Friday, according to Bild newspaper. The developments intensified security concerns following Berlin's accusation that Russia attempted a drone strike at Leipzig airport.13 h agoSuspected insurgents attacked a hunting camp in the Niassa Special Reserve in northern Mozambique, prompting the evacuation of at least three Americans. The State Department said its embassy was aware of the attack but did not confirm American involvement.13 h agoTwo more Australians have been confirmed safe following last week's Nepal-Tibet flood, bringing the number of unaccounted-for Australians down to 36. Two trapped workers have been rescued from tunnels, with Nepalese officials expressing optimism about rescuing additional hydropower workers.

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US diesel hits record $5.85 a gallon as Iran conflict strains energy supply

US diesel hit an all-time high of $5.85 per gallon, a 58 percent increase from $3.71 a year earlier. The surge follows US and Israel military action against Iran in late February, straining global energy supplies.

NXEWS NewsroomSep 4, 2026, 5:20 PMUpdated 6 min ago1 min read

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