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Diesel prices reach record highs; America releases a blockbuster jobs report, and more
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Diesel prices rose to record highs in America, averaging $5.85 per gallon—more than 55% above their level before the country’s war with Iran
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Trump’s “energy ceasefire” has little effect; another missile hits Riyadh airport, and more
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