Oil boom in North Dakota

North Dakota's oil boom has transformed the state's economy - but it is a mixed blessing for local communities.

It is all about OIL

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Oil price down 25 cents to $ 83.61 per barrel

Oil prices declined today on electronic markets in Asia, with the crude duty pay for the crisis triggered by some European countries (Ireland, Spain, Portugal) and which, according to analysts, could have an impact on oil demand. The barrel for delivery in January, is trading at 83.61 cents, down 25 cents (-0.3%) on the Singapore market than yesterday. But no comparison with U.S. markets closed yesterday for Thanksgiving.