BP accused of trying to buy top scientists
BP has been accused of trying to "buy" scientists and academics to help its defence against litigation after the Gulf of Mexico oil spill.
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BP stealing Cameron's thunder on US visit
On the way to Washington, British Prime Minister David Cameron says he wants to talk about Afghanistan, Middle East peace prospects and the global economy. Everyone else wants to talk about BP.
Cap on oil well kept shut despite leaks
The US government allowed BP to keep the cap shut on its oil well for another day despite news the well is leaking.
Signs of US weakness hits world markets overnight
Stocks in Europe and the US fell after worse-than-expected US economic data bolstered concern about growth.
Stocks and oil slip on world markets overnight
Stocks in Europe, Brazil and Canada fell, as did oil prices, amid increasing signs that economic growth was cooling globally.
Gulf spill a familiar story in oil-soaked Nigeria
The brown spots run like a trail of blood down the deserted coastline near this fishing village. Just underneath a handful of sand lies spilled oil.
Fed-up public open to fuel change
New ETS charges and images of the Gulf of Mexico oil rig catastrophe are giving impetus to the fledgling bio-fuels sector.