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What to know about string of US hacks blamed on China  BBC.com ‘Major incident’: China-backed hackers breached US Treasury workstations  CNN Treasury Department Says Systems Hacked by China-Backed Actor  The Wall Street Journal US Treasury says Chinese hackers stole documents in ‘major incident’  Reuters

The Russian energy giant Gazprom announced the move early Wednesday. Ukraine had refused to renew an agreement that allowed for the transit of Russian gas through its territory.

As revelers throng Midtown Manhattan, some chain restaurants are offering a respite, if a pricey one. Perks include bathroom access and unlimited breadsticks.