Twilight in the Desert critiques Saudi oil claims and peak production
The piece discusses scarce oil value and revenue management, citing Saudi resistance to independent review of output claims. It notes 260 billion barrels of proven reserves and 200 billion more to discover, summarizing Simmons' arguments from Twilight in the Desert about reservoir pressure, dew and bubble points, and shifts to fuel efficient transport and localized food production.
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Matthew Simmons Examines Oil Age and Market Limits
Noted author and energy banker Matthew R. Simmons argues the easy oil is gone, production costs rise, and high quality reserves dwindle. Industry executives credit his analysis for highlighting Saudi decline, Ghawar limits, and the need for new energy strategies amid rising demand.
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Simmons
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Cinco de Mayo Parade Shows Mexican Culture in Odessa
An Odessa Cinco de Mayo parade featured horses, bulls, colorfully painted vehicles and smiles. Moises and Chris Aguilera joined in, with families speaking Spanish and celebrating heritage. Greg Cox of the Odessa Barrio Lions Club emphasized cultural education and community turnout.
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Conservative Books Target Hillary Clinton for 2008 Run
Conservative authors aim at Sen Hillary Rodham Clinton as she weighs a presidential bid. Dozens of titles already criticize her, with examples like American Evita and The Hillary Trap. Publishers ride a market spurred by her potential candidacy and strong memoir sales. World Ahead released Hillary in Her Own Words quoting Clinton, amid disputed authenticity.
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Hillary Rodham Clinton
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World Ahead
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