https://pjmedia.com/richardfernandez/2009/01/08/the-big-chill/feed/PJ Media is a leading news site covering culture, politics, faith, homeland security, and more. Our reporters and columnists provide original, in-depth analysis from a variety of perspectives.en-usThu, 11 Jun 2026 22:05:04 -0400<![CDATA[European efforts to solve the Russian-Ukranian dispute over gas prices have stalled. According to the Times Online, hundreds of schools, hospitals and factories have closed, especially in the Balkans for lack of heating. &#8220;A senior US diplomat warned that Nato might have to intervene to help alliance members such as Bulgaria and Romania if the crisis drags on.&#8221;]]>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 14:14:35 -0500<![CDATA[Richard Fernandez]]>https://pjmedia.com/richard-fernandez/2009/01/08/the-big-chill-n186942