One in seven Irish households still burn peat for heat. New rules are aimed at discouraging a practice that many consider part of the culture.
Tag: European Union
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Sabotaged Pipelines and a Mystery: Who Did It?
An attack on gas lines under the Baltic Sea exposes the vulnerability of an already jittery Europe. Some officials suggested Moscow was to blame, but with little evidence, others urge caution.
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In an Echo of History, the British Pound Has Lost Its Dominance
The Bank of England had to step in Wednesday after markets deemed a new government economic plan as unwise, but the pound has been on a longer slide.
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Italy’s Hard-Right Lurch Raises New Concerns in Washington
The Biden administration pledged to work with the country’s new leaders despite worries. Several Republicans hailed the Italian election results.