Blog: Listening Post - Wired Blogs

It sounded like a sure thing when the global economy was riding high on housing crack. But like leading economic indicators, reality has descended upon the U2 Tower, bringing plans for the tallest building in Ireland back to Earth. Which is where they will stay until further notice. According to the Associated Press , the Dublin Docklands Development Authority has shelved the project indefinitely. "The objective is to see this landmark project completed," the DDDA explained in a statement on Friday. "However, given the current unfavorable economic environment, more time is needed [...]