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Northeast Winter Storm Disrupts Holiday Travel, Thousands of Flights Affected

  A powerful mix of snow and ice sweeping across the U.S. Northeast has caused major travel disruptions, leading to thousands of flight delays and cancellations across the region. The storm, which hit early Saturday, prompted states of emergency in New York and New Jersey and forced officials to warn residents to stay off treacherous roads. Airports in the New York metropolitan area—including JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark Liberty —were among the hardest hit, with airlines struggling to manage the post‑holiday travel surge. According to flight‑tracking data, more than 5,580 flights were delayed and at least 860 were canceled as of Saturday afternoon. Snowfall totals ranged from 15 to 25 centimeters across parts of New York, Connecticut, and Long Island, with New York City recording 2 to 4 inches in Central Park. Crews worked through the morning to de‑ice aircraft and clear runways as passengers faced long waits and rebooking challenges. New York Governor Kathy Hochul emphasized...
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Tragic Consequences of Conflict: Israeli Strikes in Gaza and Lebanon

 

In a devastating series of events, Israeli airstrikes have resulted in significant loss of life and destruction in both Gaza and Lebanon. On Saturday night, an Israeli strike on the central Gaza Strip tragically killed a family of eight. The victims, who were residing in the Nuseirat refugee camp, included parents and their six children, aged between 8 and 23. The strike also left seven others wounded, with some in critical condition.

Simultaneously, in southern Lebanon, Israeli airstrikes destroyed a century-old market in the city of Nabatiyeh. The Ottoman-era market, which had stood since 1910, was reduced to rubble, resulting in the death of at least one person and injuries to four others. The destruction of this historic site marks a significant cultural loss for the region.

These incidents highlight the ongoing and severe impact of the conflict on civilian populations and infrastructure in the affected areas. The international community continues to call for de-escalation and a peaceful resolution to the hostilities.


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