The NCR region, including Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, Greater Noida and Faridabad, experienced equally harsh weather conditions coupled with persistently poor air quality. New Delhi: Delhi, battling a persistent cold wave and alarming air pollution, experienced a mixed bag of weather conditions on Tuesday. A western disturbance brought light rain to parts of the city in the evening, offering a temporary respite from the biting cold but doing little to improve the air quality. The minimum temperature dipped to a chilly 9.9 degrees Celsius, highlighting the harsh winter conditions gripping the national capital. The fresh precipitation prompted the Centre for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to revoke the GRAP-4 (Graded Response Action Plan) restrictions, which are implemented when air quality reaches the severe category. However, the CAQM urged concerned authorities to maintain stringent actions under GRAP Stages I, II, and III. Despite the rain, Delhi’s air quality remained stubbornly high. The Air Quality Index (AQI) soared to 401, categorized as “severe,” according to the Central Government’s Sameer app. The mercury dropped to 10.8 degrees Celsius, adding to the overall discomfort, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting more rain or drizzle. The NCR region, including Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, Greater Noida and Faridabad, experienced equally harsh weather conditions coupled with persistently poor air quality. Looking ahead, the IMD has predicted a further dip in temperatures across Delhi-NCR, Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan. A western disturbance near Punjab is expected to trigger light rain or snowfall in parts of the western Himalayas and contribute to the cooling trend in the plains. Residents are urged to prepare for even colder conditions as the mercury continues its descent. Click for more latest Delhi news . Also get top headlines and latest news from India and around the world at News9. Junaid Dar is a multimedia journalist based in Delhi, currently working as the Chief Reporter for News9 Live. He has been at the heart of India’s most pivotal moments. From the intense 2022 UP Assembly elections to the 2024 Assembly elections in Kashmir, and the high-stakes 2024 Lok Sabha polls, Junaid has been on the ground and brought fresh perspectives to his readers.His work goes beyond politics. He has a special knack for telling human stories—whether it’s his Indepth coverage of the farmers' protests, where he focused on the lives and struggles of the protesters, or his courageous reporting during the COVID-19 pandemic, where he risked his own safety to capture the full scope of the crisis. His reporting has appeared in leading national and international outlets, including Voice of America, Daily Vox, Huffington Post, TRT World, Article 14, and India Ahead, among others.Another stowaway caught on Delta flight raises major concerns about airport safetyatinbet online casino 。

WASHINGTON (AP) — Deaths from starvation will likely pass famine levels in northern Gaza as soon as next month owing to Israel's “near-total blockade” of food and other aid, the U.S.-created global food-crisis monitor said on Tuesday. The finding by the Famine Early Warning System Network appeared to expose a rift within the Biden administration over the extent of starvation in northern Gaza, with the U.S. ambassador to Israel, Jacob Lew, disputing part of the data used in reaching the conclusion and calling the stepped-up famine warning “irresponsible." Northern Gaza has been one of the areas hardest-hit by fighting and Israel's restrictions on aid throughout its 14-month war with Hamas militants. Israel at one point increased the number of aid deliveries it permitted into northern Gaza under pressure from President Joe Biden. But the U.N. and aid groups say Israel recently has blocked almost all aid again. Only nine U.N. trucks have been able to bring in food and water over the past 2 1/2 months, Oxfam says. Israel says it has been operating in recent months against Hamas militants still active in northern Gaza. It says the vast majority of the area’s residents have fled and relocated to Gaza City, where most aid destined for the north is delivered. But some critics, including a former defense minister, have accused Israel of carrying out ethnic cleansing in Gaza’s far north, near the Israeli border. FEWS Net said unless Israel changes its policy, it expects the number of people dying of starvation and related ailments in northern Gaza to reach between two and 15 per day sometime between next month and March. The internationally recognized mortality threshold for famine is Cindy McCain, the American head of the U.N. World Food Program, in a Dec. 15 appearance on CBS' “Face the Nation” called for political pressure to get food flowing to Palestinians trapped in north Gaza. “We need unfettered access. We need a ceasefire and we need it now,” she said. “We can't ... sit by and just allow these people to starve to death.” FEWS Net was created by the U.S. Agency for International Development in the mid-1980s to warn of global food crises. The United States, Israel's main backer, provided a record amount of military support in the first year of the war. At the same time, the Biden administration repeatedly urged Israel to allow more access to aid deliveries in Gaza overall, and warned that failing to do so could trigger U.S. restrictions on military support. The administration recently said Israel was making improvements and declined to carry out its threat of restrictions. Military support for Israel's war in Gaza is politically charged in the United States. Republicans and some Democrats have staunchly opposed any effort to limit U.S. support over the suffering of Palestinian civilians trapped in the conflict. The Biden administration's reluctance to do more to press Israel for improved treatment of civilians undercut support for Democrats in last month's elections. Lew, the U.S. ambassador, challenged the famine warning in a posting on social media, saying it was based on “outdated and inaccurate” data. He pointed to uncertainty over how many of the 65,000 people remaining in northern Gaza had fled in recent weeks, saying that skewed the findings. FEWS said its famine assessment holds even if as few as 10,000 remain there. “We work day and night with the U.N. and our Israeli partners to meet humanitarian needs — which are great — and relying on inaccurate data is irresponsible.,” Lew wrote. AP writers Matthew Lee in Washington and Josef Federman in Jerusalem contributed to this report.

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How you can giveAS gang violence spirals out of control in Haiti, the limitations of international efforts to restore order, including a Kenyan-led security mission, have laid bare the depth of the crisis. A nation already on its knees now faces an even darker abyss. Haiti’s tragedy serves as a stark reminder that no matter how dire circumstances may seem, they can always deteriorate further. Haiti’s revolution (1791-1804) -the first successful uprising by enslaved people-should have been a beacon of hope. Instead, it marked the beginning of relentless punishment by a global order which was infused with racism and avarice. Forced to pay France reparations for its own freedom, Haiti was crippled by debt and subjected to invasions, occupations, and economic exploitation. This financial and political stranglehold laid the groundwork for centuries of poverty and instability. Corrupt leadership, often propped up by external powers, exacerbated the country’s struggles for decades, while natural disasters—earthquakes, hurricanes, and floods—repeatedly decimated its fragile infrastructure. By the time President Jovenel Moïse was assassinated in 2021, Haiti’s constitutional institutions had disintegrated. The nation was left adrift, ruled by unpopular decrees without any form of public participation, amid surging gang violence, widespread hunger, and political paralysis. Today, Haiti teeters on the edge of collapse. Nearly half of its population—5.41 million people—are acutely food insecure, and one in six children faces famine. Over 700,000 people have been forcibly displaced, while more than 900 schools remain closed, depriving hundreds of thousands of children of education. Criminal gangs dominate nearly 80% of Port-au-Prince and its surrounding areas, holding 2.7 million people hostage to violence, extortion, and kidnappings. Even more alarmingly, thousands of children are now counted among their ranks, coerced into roles ranging from looters to murderers. These gangs, emboldened by weak governance, maintain their firepower and expand their reach even in the face of international interventions. Haiti’s police force, outgunned and underfunded, struggles to maintain order. The Kenyan-led multinational security mission, a contingent of just 430 personnel, has proven woefully inadequate against entrenched criminal networks. Frustrated communities have taken matters into their own hands, forming vigilante groups to deliver brutal justice. In one chilling scene, gang members’ bodies were dismembered in front of a silent and seemingly complicit police force. As basic services collapse and desperation deepens, the Transitional Council has squandered its chance to provide leadership. In April 2024, under pressure from the United States and with the backing of CARICOM, Haiti established the Council to stabilize the country, restore constitutional legitimacy, and pave the way for elections. The Council appointed Garry Conille, a former UNICEF official, as interim prime minister, alongside a technocratic cabinet. While this initiative offered hope, it was fraught with danger from the start and destined to fail. The mix of ambitious politicians and technocrats -many of whom were not selected by the Council – set up disquiet and quickly led to dysfunction. By November, the Council’s fractious relationship with Conille and his cabinet culminated in his dismissal. In just five months, little progress had been made toward stabilizing the country or addressing the root causes of its crisis. This failure further eroded international confidence and left Haiti’s plight unresolved. Haiti’s plight is more than a humanitarian disaster – it is a test of the United Nations’ effectiveness. The Haitian government, supported by CARICOM and the United States, has called for a full-scale UN peacekeeping operation. Such an initiative could provide the resources and personnel needed to restore order, with its costs distributed among all UN member states. However, China and Russia – two of the five veto powers in the Security Council – have opposed the idea, arguing that peacekeepers are meant to maintain peace, not combat urban crime or rescue dysfunctional states. This effort, therefore, remains stalled. As violence intensifies, basic services have crumbled. The United Nations recently evacuated its staff from Port-au-Prince, citing escalating dangers. Humanitarian organizations, like Doctors Without Borders, have suspended operations due to threats against staff and patients. Food for the Poor, a nonprofit organization that manages feeding programsme, can no longer deliver aid reliably because of gang blockades, road hazards, and airport closures. The Transitional Council’s inability to form an Electoral Council or advance constitutional reforms has only compounded the crisis. Without these critical steps, Haiti remains stuck in a cycle of instability. A new prime minister, Alix Didier Fils-Aimé, has taken office, but his government faces the daunting task of rebuilding trust, addressing gang violence, and navigating a Transitional Council prone to micromanagement. Time is not on his side. Ultimately, the responsibility for Haiti’s recovery lies with its leadership. The Transitional Council must demonstrate unity, stability, competence, and urgency in its efforts to stabilize the country. Without decisive action to rebuild constitutional institutions and restore governance, the Council risks isolating Haiti further, plunging the country deeper into chaos as the gangs grow stronger, more strident, and more determined. Haiti’s history is one of resilience against unimaginable odds, but the resilience of its beleaguered people alone cannot rebuild a nation. It is time for its leaders to rise above petty divisions and forge an agreed plan to achieve stability and peace. Only then can Haiti’s neighbours and international partners step forward with confidence to help pull the nation from the brink. This is the task to which all involved—both domestically and internationally—must commit, setting aside perceived strategic interests, whether personal or national. (The writer is Antigua and Barbuda’s Ambassador to the US and the OAS. The views expressed are entirely his own. Responses and previous commentaries:www.sirronaldsanders.com)

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IT has been two years since Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim was appointed the 10th Prime Minister of Malaysia. If we rewind to before November 2022, not many would have bet that the Pakatan Harapan chairman and PKR president could be PM. Against all odds, the politician, who was one heartbeat away from becoming Prime Minister when he was Deputy Prime Minister and Umno deputy president in the 1990s, finally made it.Washington : He’s sold everything from steaks and sneakers, to Make America Pray Again bibles. Now, Donald Trump is seeking to profit off the assassination attempt on his life with a new fragrance called Fight, Fight, Fight. First Lady Jill Biden talks to President-elect Donald Trump at reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. Credit: AP In the latest example of ethics being tested in politics, the new perfume range for men and women hit the market this week, giving fans the chance to smell the scent of victory for the cool price of $US199 ($312). Trump announced his latest business venture in a Truth Social post on Sunday, sharing a picture of himself having a pleasant exchange with First Lady Jill Biden at the grand reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris with the humorous caption: “A fragrance your enemies can’t resist.” “Here are my new Trump Perfumes & Colognes! I call them Fight, Fight, Fight, because they represent us WINNING,” he wrote. “Great Christmas gifts for the family... Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year!” The iconic image of Donald Trump urging supporters to “fight, fight, fight” after surviving an assassination attempt in Pennsylvania in July. Credit: AP According to the perfume website, the new fragrances have been “curated to capture the essence of success and determination” and are essentially a “rallying cry in a bottle”. Their name, of course, has been taken from the now historic words Trump shouted as he pumped his fist in the air after his near-death experience in July when 20-year-old gunman Thomas Crooks tried to kill the former president as he stood on stage at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Since then, that iconic image has appeared on everything from T-shirts to mugs and posters that Trump – as well as third parties selling merchandise at his rallies – have used to make a quick buck. “Crafted for those who stand tall, this bold scent delivers rich, robust notes that leave a lasting impression,” says the website where fans can now buy his latest perfume range. “It’s not just a cologne – it’s a symbol of resilience. Inspired by Trump’s relentless drive, wear it with pride and confidence.” While Trump is no stranger to trading off his famous name, his transition team has declined to say whether he will continue to do so after he is sworn in as America’s 47th president on January 20, which would potentially raise further ethical questions for the billionaire businessman turned politician and convicted felon. The company listed as the contact for the fragrance is 45Footwear LLC, the same group affiliated with Trump’s sneaker brand. Records suggest it is based in Wyoming but its ownership has not been disclosed, making its financial dealings hard to trace. Gary Nordlinger, a public policy expert at George Washington University said Trump’s latest fragrance venture was “tacky, ethically dubious and demeaning of the office of the president” - but hardly surprisingly. Citing the membership fees at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort as an example – whereby individuals seeking access or influence now pay $1 million to be part of Trump’s private club in Florida – Nordlinger added: “Trump has always been able to get other people to pay for his lifestyle, but it apparently doesn’t seem to bother millions who voted for him. So the challenge for people like me, and for the Democrats, is not just to criticise the man, but to understand what makes him so special to so many.” The perfumes are the latest in a long time of items the 78-year-old Republican has hawked. Last year, for example, he sold a new collection of digital trading cards (NFTs) featuring various portraits of the then Republican candidate, which generated almost $5 million within days of release. “These cards show me dancing and even me holding some bitcoin!” Trump said in a promotional video posted in August. Donald Trump holds gold Trump sneakers at Sneaker Con Philadelphia, an event popular with sneaker lovers. Credit: AP In March, he also lent his name to a new $US60 “God Bless The USA” bible inspired by the Lee Greenwood song of the same name, which is played every time Trump takes the stage at a rally or event. The ad for Trump’s new fragrance. Credit: TruthSocial “Happy Holy Week! Let’s Make America Pray Again!” Trump wrote as he encouraged supporters to buy the book in time for Easter. And in February, he also made a somewhat unusual campaign stop at Sneaker-Con in Philadelphia, one of the largest sneaker gatherings in the world, where he spruiked a pair of shiny gold high tops with a retail value of $US399. The move came immediately after a judge in New York ordered Trump to pay $454 million after he was found liable of fraudulently inflating the value of his properties for financial gain. Trump sought to have that claim dismissed after his election victory against Vice President Kamala Harris last month, but New York attorney general Letitia James’ office refused, telling Trump’s lawyers on Tuesday that there was “no basis” to do so. Get a note directly from our foreign correspondents on what’s making headlines around the world. Sign up for the weekly What in the World newsletter here .

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Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes wrapped up a successful regular season on Friday with a 52-0 blowout win over Oklahoma State. Sitting at 9-3, the Buffs spent Saturday awaiting a potential spot in the Big 12 title game. Amid some chaotic finishes on Saturday, a notable coaching shakeup in the state of Florida has some wondering whether it could impact Sanders' coaching future in college football. ESPN's Pete Thamel first reported that UCF head coach Gus Malzahn has resigned from his position to join Florida State's coaching staff heading into 2025. According to Thamel, Malzahn will now serve as FSU's offensive coordinator and primary play caller. That duty was previously held by current Florida State head coach Mike Norvell. Norvell fired both his offensive and defensive coordinators on Nov. 10 after a 52-3 blowout loss to Notre Dame. © Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Sanders, who played for FSU from 1985-88 before going on to have a Hall of Fame NFL career, has long been connected by fans and media to the Florida State job since his time leading Jackson State. The 57-year-old has repeatedly stated that he's content at Colorado, and as recently as November following speculation connecting him to one of his former teams, the Dallas Cowboys. Much could still change as the 2024 season wraps up, but Malzahn's move makes it even more unlikely Sanders will be patrolling the FSU sidelines anytime soon. "I'm happy where I am, man," told reporters on Nov. 19. "I've got a kickstand down. You know what a kickstand is? ... That means I'm resting. I'm good, I'm happy, I'm excited. I'm enthusiastic about where I am. I love it here, truly do." “I got a kickstand down...I’m happy, I’m excited, I’m enthusiastic about where I am. I love it here." - Deion Sanders when asked about his name being brought up in conversations about other jobs pic.twitter.com/mHKYK9N5wN Plus, Colorado recently landed five-star quarterback recruit Julian "JuJu" Lewis to replace Deion's son Shedeur Sanders, who will enter the 2025 NFL draft as a likely first-round pick . Florida State proved to be one of the best teams in college football a year ago with a 13-1 record after a loss in the Orange Bowl. Still, Norvell, currently in his fifth season at the helm, has been under fire all season long. The 2-9 Seminoles have played to their worst record since 1974 when the school went 1-10 under then-head coach Darrell Mudra. Muddying the waters, though, is Norvell's bloated contract. The 43-year-old signed an eight-year, $80 million extension in the offseason, making him the sixth-highest paid coach in the sport. As of Nov. 15, his buyout — if FSU wanted to move on in order to make a new hire — would be $61.4 million, according to USA Today . Related: Deion Sanders Earns Huge Bonus After Colorado-Oklahoma State Blowout Related: Terrell Owens Gets Brutally Honest on Controversial Travis Hunter Decision