Stories for December 29th 2014

Monday, December 29th 2014 - 20:09 UTC
Did The Saudis And The US Collude In Dropping Oil Prices?

The oil price drop that has dominated the headlines in recent weeks has been framed almost exclusively in terms of oil market economics, with most media outlets blaming Saudi Arabia, through its OPEC Trojan horse, for driving down the price, thus causing serious damage to the world's major oil exporters – most notably Russia.
Monday, December 29th 2014 - 08:33 UTC
FIG approves Code of Practice for Procurement by Oil & Gas Companies

Its acceptance is voluntary at this stage. It provides for formation of Local Content Board, among other steps towards maximising local benefits and opportunities.
Monday, December 29th 2014 - 08:21 UTC
CFK's fractured ankle may be something else

Argentina's president was airlifted from Rio Gallegos to Buenos Aires late on Friday with a broken ankle. But is the Government concealing a more serious health problem?
Monday, December 29th 2014 - 08:04 UTC
Lopez: 'Venezuela on the brink of collapse'

Human rights traded for other means of survival as shortages hit average people, says the 43-year-old Harvard graduate from his prison cell in a letter to the Wall Street Journal .
Monday, December 29th 2014 - 07:57 UTC
YPFB-Andina awarded exploration rights in Santa Cruz areas

Bolivia's export 6.3 % higher than despite drop in gas volumes. Economic growth, foreign investment continue
Monday, December 29th 2014 - 06:49 UTC
Salta deputy brings his guitar to the Falklands to 'unite people through music'

Argentine and Anglo-saxon rock music should break down barriers. Local member of Legislative Assembly calls for 'no unruly behaviour'
Monday, December 29th 2014 - 05:32 UTC
Cotroversial two-part Top Gear Patagonia special aired on BBC2

Critics agree only the segment where the crew is chased and thrown stones at by angry Argentines has some 'action'. The rest is the usual Top Gear travelogue.
Monday, December 29th 2014 - 00:23 UTC
London concerned as Russian military jets available to Argentina

Putin reportedly offered them in exchange for beef and wheat during his last trip to Buenos Aires. 'Sunday Express' cites UK defence sources.