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The National Agency of Petroleum (ANP) is opening an administrative process to investigate a potential oil discovery in Tabuleiro do Norte, Ceará, made by a farmer drilling for water.

Former Prime Minister Antonis Samaras expresses strong concerns regarding a drilling contract with Chevron and Turkish interference, demanding clarity from the current government on national sovereignty issues.

Scientists successfully drilled through 523 meters of ice in Antarctica to access and study sediment layers from 23 million years ago as part of an international research project.

A Brazilian farmer may have discovered oil instead of water while drilling for a well on his property in Tabuleiro do Norte, Ceará.

Three women from Arunachal Pradesh faced racial abuse in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, after a minor dispute regarding debris from a drilling activity.

Greece plans ten exploratory drilling operations for hydrocarbons from 2027 to 2032, contingent upon successful seismic research.

Gulf Energy has secured an onshore oil drilling rig worth over Sh2 billion for its Lokichar oil project, aiming for production before the year's end.

An international team of researchers successfully extracted a deep sediment core from beneath the ice of West Antarctica, revealing a geological record spanning about 23 million years.

Chevron is actively considering a fifth drilling concession in Greece as part of a broader national hydrocarbon exploration program.

The construction of the IV line of the Warsaw metro, connecting Białołęka to Wilanów, has begun with initial drilling and surveys.

Russia's oil production is facing challenges as drilling activities reach a three-year low, exacerbated by Western sanctions and economic pressures.

A recent archaeological study reveals that ancient Egyptians may have used an advanced metal drilling tool centuries before the pharaonic era, indicating a more sophisticated technological level than previously believed.

Chevron's entry into the Greek upstream is set to alter the scheduled timelines for hydrocarbon explorations, with the first drilling projected for early 2027.

A Turkish drilling ship, Cagri Bey, is en route to Somalia to begin oil exploration as part of a controversial oil agreement.

This article discusses an innovative hanger solution that helps maximize wardrobe space without the need for drilling or extensive renovations.

A group of robbers executed a massive bank heist in Germany by drilling a hole through the wall, stealing millions and leaving authorities baffled.

Tony Blair calls for Labour to resume oil drilling in the North Sea, opposing the UK government's plans to phase out oil and gas production.

Geothermal drilling for an energy transition project in Geiselbullach has commenced, with expectations to encounter hot water by March.

An international team of scientists has achieved a remarkable feat by bringing to the surface a rock piece over a kilometer long directly from the Earth's mantle beneath the Atlantic Ocean.

A new deep drilling project in Aschheim aims to secure the energy supply for three municipalities in the Munich area by expanding geothermal energy resources.

Ibama has imposed a R$ 2.5 million fine on Petrobras for a fluid leak during drilling operations in the Foz do Amazonas basin, which occurred in January.

The ANP report indicates that strong currents off the Amapá coast contributed to the leaks that led to the suspension of Petrobras's controversial drilling in the region.

29-year-old Marco Agustín Secchi has created a secret formula for magnetic cement that can hold tools on walls without drilling holes, aiming to transform construction practices.

Ambitious geothermal drilling at the Laakso Joint Hospital construction site in Helsinki has been halted due to freezing temperatures and has not progressed for three months.

The National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels (ANP) has authorized Petrobras to resume drilling an exploratory well in the Amazon River Delta Basin, which was halted earlier this year due to a drilling fluid leak, with certain conditions to be met by the company.

In Copenhagen, a gardener drills through the ice of Peblinge Sø, marking a significant moment as he reaches the water beneath.

The article describes the process of drilling through ice on Peblinge Sø in Copenhagen, allowing for ice skating activities.

A car owner in Sundsvall discovered two drilled holes in her gas tank, which led to a significant fuel leak, prompting her to warn other residents about the vandalism.

Ukrnafta has set a new record by drilling 25 new wells in 2025, resulting in a 3.39% increase in oil and gas production compared to the previous year.

Environmental organizations accuse Lower Saxony Prime Minister Olaf Lies of colluding with the gas company One-Dyas amid controversy over drilling operations off the coast of Borkum.

Seadrill, an American drilling company, incurred a substantial loss of approximately 854 billion won to Korean institutions due to unpaid loans, while also gaining significant profits through its participation in the Great Whale oil drilling project.

Ghana's only public oil refinery resumed operations in December 2025 after a four-year hiatus, supported by over three billion dollars in promised investments in exploration and drilling.

NASA's Curiosity rover utilized LED lights to capture a rare nighttime view of the Martian surface while drilling a rock named Nevado Sajama.

Engineers Kilian Schmid and Benedikt Seel present their innovative drilling machine designed for the underground installation of high-voltage lines in Garching, near Munich.

The Vestmannaeyjar tunnels are expected to open in Hánni south of Sprönguna, with plans for road connectivity to the town's street system anticipated to complete in ten years, and exploratory drilling set to begin this spring.

Berlin's dentists face a daunting loss of over one billion euros in their pension fund due to risky investments in startups, luxury hotels, and a shrimp farming venture.

Ukraine targeted Russian drilling platforms in the Caspian Sea, amidst escalating military actions and new developments in the ongoing conflict.

Ukrainian forces have targeted Russian Lukoil's drilling platforms in the Caspian Sea, and assessments of the damage are currently underway.

The Ukrainian army announced it targeted three Russian Lukoil drilling platforms in the Caspian Sea, condemning Russia for its prior attacks that left thousands without heating amid ongoing military tensions.

Ukraine's Special Operations Forces conducted a strike on Lukoil drilling platforms in the Caspian Sea on January 10-11, showcasing the operation through released footage.

Ukrainian military forces announced that they struck three drilling platforms owned by Russian Lukoil in the Caspian Sea.

Ukrainian forces have targeted and struck three Russian drilling platforms in the Caspian Sea, along with a Buk-M3 missile system in occupied Luhansk Oblast, according to military reports.

Ukraine's defense forces have targeted and struck three Russian drilling platforms in the Caspian Sea, according to the General Staff of Ukraine.

This kit is an adjustable stacking system that allows you to place the dryer on top of the washer stably without drilling or complicated installations.

The article details a mission led by engineer Paul Anker aboard the icebreaker Araon to drill into the Thwaites Glacier in Antarctica for environmental research.

An accident occurred during test drilling by Brazil's state-controlled oil company Petrobras in the Amazon basin, resulting in the loss of 15,000 liters of coolant, raising concerns among experts about the sensitive ecosystem.

Petrobras reported a 'fluid loss' during drilling operations offshore in the Amazon, but assured that the lost fluid is biodegradable and within toxicity limits.

A tragic incident in 1983 saw five divers perish in the North Sea after a fatal miscalculation led to them experiencing explosive decompression at extreme depths.

Unknown individuals broke into a toy store in Kolonos by drilling a hole through the wall and stole 500 euros from the cash register.

The article discusses significant scientific milestones anticipated for 2026, including a manned Moon mission after 54 years, groundbreaking clinical trials, space missions, and major drilling projects.