Russia suspends Nord Stream pipeline indefinitely; Fine Gael TD admits rental property not registered with RTB

Europe is racing to avert an energy catastrophe this winter that is threatening to turn into an economic and financial crisis, too. Gas prices surged more than 30 per cent today as traders reacted to Russia’s decision on Friday to keep its main gas pipeline shut indefinitely. The euro also slid. Policy makers are now grappling with how to curb demand dramatically, and also prevent wild market swings spilling into broader financial disruption. As reported ...