electricity

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But at the one we visited in Holguín, portions had gotten smaller and less varied, and staff were forced to scavenge for wood to cook with, due to gas shortages and unreliable electricity.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026

The longer the blockage lasts the greater the impact on global supplies of oil, gas and fertiliser, with a worldwide knock-on impact expected on the prices of fuel, electricity, food and medicines.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Disconnecting electricity for millions or tens of millions of Iranians would have risked anarchy in the country and an exodus of people leaving Iran for Europe, perhaps the largest refugee crisis in history.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

That's because in Britain, when there isn't enough renewable power to meet demand, the grid often uses gas-generated electricity, which can be more expensive, especially during global energy shocks.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

I feel electricity tickle my skin and shock my hairs.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer