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NEW DELHI (AP) — Recent remarks about pollution from two Indian officials have increased frustration among residents who say policymakers are unwilling to acknowledge the severity of India’s air quality crisis. When Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav told Parliament earlier this month that India’s capital, New Delhi, has seen 200 days with good air quality readings, pollution experts and opposition leaders said he chose a figure that overlooked the worst pollution months. A week later, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said the air quality index — a measure of air pollution — was similar to a temperature reading and could be…

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. military said Wednesday that it attacked a boat accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing four people on the same day the House rejected efforts to limit President Donald Trump’s power to use military force against drug cartels.U.S. Southern Command stated on social media that the vessel was operated by narco-terrorists along a known trafficking route. The military didn’t provide evidence behind the allegations but posted a video of a boat moving through water before there was an explosion. The attack brought the total number of known boat strikes to 26 while…

Backlash spread online after US President Donald Trump banned citizens of five African and Arab countries – including Syrians and Palestinian nationals – prompting sharp criticism from politicians and advocates. The expansion, announced on Tuesday, adds 20 countries to Trump’s existing travel ban, bringing the total number of restricted nations to 39. The order includes a full ban on Syrian nationals and explicitly targets individuals holding Palestinian Authority travel documents, alongside new restrictions affecting multiple African and Arab countries.  The White House said the measures were aimed at safeguarding US national security and are set to take effect on 1…

Teenager Lewis Miley’s stoppage-time header sealed a 2-1 win over Fulham to send holders Newcastle into a Carabao Cup semi-final against Manchester City.The 19-year-old played out of position, filling in at right-back, but was in just the right place to head in substitute Sandro Tonali’s corner in the 92nd minute to spark wild scenes at St James’ Park and put the derby disaster at Sunderland to the back of their minds. Newcastle had led through Yoane Wissa, opening his account for the club 10 minutes into his first start, before Sasa Lukic headed in a deserved equaliser for Fulham six…

Chelsea Women have secured a quarter-final spot in the Women’s Champions League after they came from behind to beat Wolfsburg 2-1 in their final league phase game, finishing third in the table.It will see the Blues avoid a play-off in mid-February, allowing an ease in their busy fixture schedule. They will find out their potential opponents in the final eight when the draw for the knockout rounds is made on Thursday (12pm). Chelsea began the evening in third too, but their spot in the top four – which ensured a direct entry into the quarters – was under threat early…

Arsenal cruised to a 3-0 win at OH Leuven but it wasn’t enough for the Champions League holders to secure a top-four spot and a direct route to the quarter-finals.Rene Slegers’ side had already secured a play-off place heading into the final matchday but they did still have hope of securing an automatic last-eight spot if they could secure a big win and results elsewhere went their way. The Gunners played their part as goals from Olivia Smith (18) and Beth Mead (27) put them on course for victory before an own goal from Saar Janssen rounded off a decent…

Jess Park’s early goal was enough to earn Man Utd a first win in three games but not sufficient to avoid the Women’s Champions League knock-out play-offs despite a 1-0 victory over Juventus in Turin. Park’s superb effort from the edge of the box was United’s first shot of the game after 14 minutes and settled Marc Skinner’s previously nervous side, who defended stoutly to earn a first clean sheet in nine games and secure their win.Skinner’s side had to battle back from 3-0 down to claim a point against Tottenham on Sunday after shipping another three against Lyon in…

KUWAIT: An Amiri decree has been issued abolishing the Public Authority for Roads and Transport, established under law no. 115 of 2014, and transferring its departments to the ministry of public works and the ministry of interior. Under the decree, departments whose mandates were transferred to the authority will move to the ministry of public works, with the exception of the land transport department and supervision of the traffic bank project, which will be transferred to the ministry of interior.The decree stipulates that the two ministries will assume all rights and obligations of the authority, with assets and movable property…

KUWAIT: Large, low-lying cloud formations covered wide areas of Kuwait City’s skyline, appearing close to buildings and creating a calm yet imposing atmosphere that gave the city a distinctive visual stillness. As typically seen in winter, dense cloud masses gathered over towers and streets, at times seeming to touch buildings, transforming Kuwait City into a dramatic and visually striking cloudy landscape.The country is currently experiencing cloudy weather accompanied by rainfall, with heavier rain expected in some areas and intensifying after Thursday afternoon, along with chances of fog and reduced visibility. Acting Director of the Meteorology Department Dharar Al-Ali said weather…

KUWAIT: Minister of Health Dr Ahmad Al-Awadhi affirmed that the Addiction Rehabilitation Center project is being implemented in line with directives from the political leadership and represents a cornerstone of modern national legislation. The project marks the transition from legal frameworks to practical application by providing specialized treatment and rehabilitation services aimed at supporting sustainable recovery, protecting individuals and society, and enhancing health and social security.Dr Al-Awadhi made the remarks during a field visit to the center’s construction site at the Sulaibiya Youth Center building, accompanied by the Assistant Undersecretary for Engineering Affairs and Projects, Engineer Ibrahim Al-Naham. The visit…