On April 20, 2010, the Deepwater Horizon oil rig exploded in the Gulf of Mexico, 41 miles off the Louisiana coast. The explosion killed 11 workers and injured 17 others. But the disaster was just beginning. The wellhead, nearly a mile underwater, ruptured. BP's blowout preventer failed completely. For 87 consecutive days, crude oil gushed uncontrollably into the Gulf at a rate of up to 53,000 barrels per day. By the time it was finally capped on July 15, 2010, approximately 4.9 million barrels—r

Learn how to pronounce ‘lunch’ and ‘launch’ in a British RP accent! 🇬🇧🔍 Learn about the difference. Can you catch the difference? Then learn how to make the /ʧ/ sound. To make the /ʧ/ sound, lightly put the tongue on the bump/ridge just behind the top teeth. It should be a very light touch. Then build the air pressure in your mouth, and allow the air pressure to force the tongue down allowing the air to escape. Main meanings (according to The Cambridge Dictionary):🔶‘Lunch’: a meal that is ea

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BP’s Renewable Energy Struggles: What It Means For Big Oil’s Green Future

BP to Cut Renewable Investments, CEO Says Green Energy Push Went 'Too Far, Too Fast'