<p lang="en-US">A brutal and chilling blast of Arctic wind is expected to spread through the central US, which is on the verge of facing a powerful storm, eventually bringing the season's coldest air to as far south as Texas.<br />
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Iowa, which is set to host the first presidential caucus&nbsp;for the 2024 election on Monday (Jan 8), is likely to hold the coldest caucus ever conducted in the history of the state. The cold is also expected to test the vulnerable-to-extreme-temperatures power grid of Texas for the first time in the ongoing winter season.<br />
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It is expected that temperatures are likely to drop as low as minus 20 to 30 degrees in the northern Plains on both Friday (Jan 12) and Saturday (Jan 13) and will be combined with gusty winds which is likely to make wind chills more frigid and may push temperature to 50 degrees below zero.</p>

<p lang="en-US"><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/in-pics-winter-storm-brings-strong-winds-and-heavy-snow-in-parts-of-us-677961">Winter storm brings strong winds, rainfall and heavy snow in parts of US</a><br />
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In the central United States, more than 15 million people have been under wind chill alerts where they are likely to get frostbite on their exposed skin in just 10 minutes. The cold wave is likely to spread in the country's south and east and eventually envelop Texas as well as other parts of the South.</p>

<h2 lang="en-US"><strong>Blizzard conditions, severe weather chaos in the US</strong></h2>

<p lang="en-US">A powerful storm, which started from the Southwest of the US and the Rocky Mountains, has been moving eastward and is likely to bring blizzard conditions as well as severe frigid conditions to many parts of the country in the coming days.<br />
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As per the FOX Forecast Centre, a swath of heavy snow will be covering places from Missouri to Michigan, while severe thunderstorms are likely to lash areas from Texas to the Carolinas and the mid-Atlantic.</p>

<p lang="en-US"><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Major winter storm slams US with power outages</strong></p>

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<p lang="en-US">The storm system has similarities with the previous two which had spared the Northeast's major cities from snowfall, as the coastal temperatures were too high for snow to form. However, once the wind and snow get intense, the situation is likely to be very different for the Great Lakes region.<br />
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The storm system has already led to blizzard conditions on some mountains in the Pacific Northwest and caused a fatal avalanche in California.<br />
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It is expected that the storm system will have an impact on the Plains late on Thursday (Jan 11) and will also impact the eastern half of the country till it travels to Canada and off the Eastern Seaboard on Saturday.<br />
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The snowfall is likely to be the lightest over the Plains and is set to become heavier and more widespread over the Great Lakes.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


A brutal and chilling blast of Arctic wind is expected to spread through the central US, which is on the verge of facing a powerful storm, eventually bringing the season's coldest air to as far south as Texas.

A brutal and chilling blast of Arctic wind is expected to spread through the central US, which is on the verge of facing a powerful storm, eventually bringing the season's coldest air to as far south as Texas. Iowa, which is set to host the first presidential caucus for the 2024 election on Monday (Jan 8), is likely to hold the coldest caucus ever conducted in the history of the state. The cold is also expected to test the vulnerable-to-extreme-temperatures power grid of Texas for the first time in the ongoing winter season. It is expected that temperatures are likely to drop as low as minus 20 to 30 degrees in the northern Plains on both Friday (Jan 12) and Saturday (Jan 13) and will be combined with gusty winds which is likely to make wind chills more frigid and may push temperature to 50 degrees below zero. Also read: Winter storm brings strong winds, rainfall and heavy snow in parts of US In the central United States, more than 15 million people have been under wind chill alerts where they are likely to get frostbite on their exposed skin in just 10 minutes. The cold wave is likely to spread in the country's south and east and eventually envelop Texas as well as other parts of the South. Blizzard conditions, severe weather chaos in the US A powerful storm, which started from the Southwest of the US and the Rocky Mountains, has been moving eastward and is likely to bring blizzard conditions as well as severe frigid conditions to many parts of the country in the coming days. As per the FOX Forecast Centre, a swath of heavy snow will be covering places from Missouri to Michigan, while severe thunderstorms are likely to lash areas from Texas to the Carolinas and the mid-Atlantic. Watch: Major winter storm slams US with power outages The storm system has similarities with the previous two which had spared the Northeast's major cities from snowfall, as the coastal temperatures were too high for snow to form. However, once the wind and snow get intense, the situation is likely to be very different for the Great Lakes region. The storm system has already led to blizzard conditions on some mountains in the Pacific Northwest and caused a fatal avalanche in California. It is expected that the storm system will have an impact on the Plains late on Thursday (Jan 11) and will also impact the eastern half of the country till it travels to Canada and off the Eastern Seaboard on Saturday. The snowfall is likely to be the lightest over the Plains and is set to become heavier and more widespread over the Great Lakes. (With inputs from agencies)

US to face brutal Arctic blast, temperatures likely to drop to minus 30s

<p>China on Friday (Jan 12) claimed that they have negotiated an "immediate ceasefire" between the Myanmar military and ethnic minority armed groups' alliance, bringing an end to the fighting which has continued across the northern Shan state since October 2023.</p>

<p>"The two sides agreed to an immediate ceasefire, to disengage military personnel and resolve relevant disputes and demands through peaceful negotiations," said Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning,</p>

<p>She added that&nbsp;the talks happened with the "mediation and facilitation of the Chinese side"&nbsp;in Kunming, Yunnan Province, which shares borders with Myanmar, on Wednesday and Thursday (Jan 10 and 11).</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/from-spy-balloons-to-psychological-warfare-how-china-is-piling-pressure-on-taiwan-ahead-of-election-679264">Taiwan election: From 'spy' balloons to psychological warfare, China is piling on pressure</a></p>

<p>Meanwhile, both&nbsp;Myanmar's junta and three ethnic armed groups' alliance confirmed that they have reached a China-mediated ceasefire agreement on Friday (Jan 12).</p>

<p>"With the help of China's facilitation, there was a meeting in (the southern Chinese city) Kunming. We have reached a ceasefire agreement," said junta spokesperson Zaw Min Tun speaking to AFP.</p>

<p>While Tar Bhone Kyaw of the Ta'ang National Liberation Army added that they have "agreed to reopen border trade" with China.</p>

<h2><strong>Beijing's strong dissatisfaction over fighting in Myanmar</strong></h2>

<p>The military of Myanmar has been facing its biggest threat since it came to power in a 2021 coup as a coalition was formed by three armed ethnic groups, called the Three Brotherhood Alliance, which launched a major offensive in the northern Shan state in October 2023.</p>

<p>Last week, the armed alliance claimed that they had captured a northern town, which is known for carrying out online scam operations, giving another blow to the junta.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Taiwan Presidential Election: China calls Taiwanese Presidential candidate as a 'severe danger'</strong></p>

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<p>Last week, Beijing voiced "strong dissatisfaction" over&nbsp;Chinese casualties along the border, and&nbsp;stated that it will take "all necessary measures" to protect its&nbsp;citizens after reports surfaced that an artillery shell exploded in Myanmar.</p>

<p>"Both sides pledged not to compromise the safety of Chinese border residents and Chinese personnel in Myanmar," said Mao on Friday (Jan 12).</p>

<p>"The two sides also held consultations on other issues such as ceasefire arrangements. Maintaining the momentum of ceasefire and peace talks in Northern Myanmar is in line with the interests of all parties in Myanmar and also helps to maintain peace and stability at the border," she added.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


China on Friday (Jan 12) claimed that they have negotiated an "immediate ceasefire" between the Myanmar military and ethnic minority armed groups' alliance, bringing an end to the fighting which has continued across the northern Shan state since October 2023.

China on Friday (Jan 12) claimed that they have negotiated an "immediate ceasefire" between the Myanmar military and ethnic minority armed groups' alliance, bringing an end to the fighting which has continued across the northern Shan state since October 2023. "The two sides agreed to an immediate ceasefire, to disengage military personnel and resolve relevant disputes and demands through peaceful negotiations," said Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning, She added that the talks happened with the "mediation and facilitation of the Chinese side" in Kunming, Yunnan Province, which shares borders with Myanmar, on Wednesday and Thursday (Jan 10 and 11). Also read: Taiwan election: From 'spy' balloons to psychological warfare, China is piling on pressure Meanwhile, both Myanmar's junta and three ethnic armed groups' alliance confirmed that they have reached a China-mediated ceasefire agreement on Friday (Jan 12). "With the help of China's facilitation, there was a meeting in (the southern Chinese city) Kunming. We have reached a ceasefire agreement," said junta spokesperson Zaw Min Tun speaking to AFP. While Tar Bhone Kyaw of the Ta'ang National Liberation Army added that they have "agreed to reopen border trade" with China. Beijing's strong dissatisfaction over fighting in Myanmar The military of Myanmar has been facing its biggest threat since it came to power in a 2021 coup as a coalition was formed by three armed ethnic groups, called the Three Brotherhood Alliance, which launched a major offensive in the northern Shan state in October 2023. Last week, the armed alliance claimed that they had captured a northern town, which is known for carrying out online scam operations, giving another blow to the junta. Watch: Taiwan Presidential Election: China calls Taiwanese Presidential candidate as a 'severe danger' Last week, Beijing voiced "strong dissatisfaction" over Chinese casualties along the border, and stated that it will take "all necessary measures" to protect its citizens after reports surfaced that an artillery shell exploded in Myanmar. "Both sides pledged not to compromise the safety of Chinese border residents and Chinese personnel in Myanmar," said Mao on Friday (Jan 12). "The two sides also held consultations on other issues such as ceasefire arrangements. Maintaining the momentum of ceasefire and peace talks in Northern Myanmar is in line with the interests of all parties in Myanmar and also helps to maintain peace and stability at the border," she added. (With inputs from agencies)

China negotiates 'immediate ceasefire' between Myanmar army, armed alliance

<p lang="en-US">President Joe Biden on Thursday (Jan 11) announced that a coalition led by the US and UK launched air strikes targeting Houthis in Yemen in a "defensive action", in the wake of escalating attacks by the Iran-backed rebels on vessels in the Red Sea.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="en-US">Five people were killed and six others were wounded in the missile strikes carried out by the US and UK, said the Iran-backed Houthi forces&nbsp;on Friday (Jan 12). "The raids led to the death of five martyrs and the injury of six others from our armed forces," said Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree, on X.</p>

<p lang="en-US">Biden warned he "will not hesitate" to give orders for further military action, if required. The air strikes were made on various cities in Yemen, where the Houthis are controlling a good amount of territory, reported news agency AFP.<br />
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Australia also provided personnel support to the strikes, which&nbsp;involved various Tomahawk missiles and fighter jets, according to the reports.<br />
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"Today, at my direction, US military forces -- together with the United Kingdom and with support from Australia, Bahrain, Canada, and the Netherlands - successfully conducted strikes against several targets in Yemen used by Houthi rebels to endanger freedom of navigation in one of the world's most vital waterways," Biden said, using an alternate spelling of Huthi.<br />
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He said that the strikes are a "direct response" to "unprecedented" attacks launched by the Houthis, "including the use of anti-ship ballistic missiles for the first time in history".</p>

<p lang="en-US"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/unsc-calls-for-immediate-end-of-attacks-by-yemens-houthi-rebels-on-red-sea-678877">UNSC calls for 'immediate end' to attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels in Red Sea</a></p>

<p lang="en-US">"These attacks have endangered US personnel, civilian mariners, and our partners, jeopardised trade, and threatened freedom of navigation," Biden said, emphasising that Washington and its allies "will not tolerate attacks on our personnel or allow hostile actors to imperil freedom of navigation."<br />
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"I will not hesitate to direct further measures to protect our people and the free flow of international commerce as necessary,” asserted the US president.</p>

<p lang="en-US">Biden further said that the Houthi rebels on January 9 had "launched their largest attack to date - directly targeting American ships."</p>

<h2 lang="en-US"><strong>Sunak says attacks on Houthis 'necessary and proportionate'</strong></h2>

<p lang="en-US">In a statement, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said that the strikes carried out on Houthi rebels in Yemen were "necessary and proportionate".<br />
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"Despite the repeated warnings from the international community, the Houthis have continued to carry out attacks in the Red Sea. We have therefore taken limited, necessary and proportionate action in self-defence, alongside the United States... to degrade Houthi military capabilities and protect global shipping,” Sunak said.</p>

<h2 lang="en-US"><strong>US defence secretary warns Houthis to back down</strong></h2>

<p lang="en-US">Meanwhile, US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin on Thursday said that the strikes were carried out to reduce the Houthi rebels' ability to target international shipping.<br />
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"Today's strikes targeted sites associated with the Houthis' unmanned aerial vehicle, ballistic and cruise missile, and coastal radar and air surveillance capabilities," said Austin, in a statement.</p>

<p lang="en-US"><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Red Sea conflict: UN Security Council demands Houthis to stop Red Sea shipping attacks</strong></p>

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<p lang="en-US">"This action is intended to disrupt and degrade the Huthis' capabilities to endanger mariners and threaten global trade in one of the world's most critical waterways. Today’s coalition action sends a clear message to the Huthis that they will bear further costs if they do not end their illegal attacks," Austin said.</p>

<h2 lang="en-US"><strong>Aim to 'restore stability in the Red Sea': US and allies</strong></h2>

<p lang="en-US">After launching strikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen, the United States and its allies said that stabilising crucial Red Sea shipping lanes is their main goal.<br />
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"Our aim remains to de-escalate tensions and restore stability in the Red Sea, but let our message be clear: we will not hesitate to defend lives and protect the free flow of commerce in one of the world's most critical waterways in the face of continued threats," said a joint statement, released by the governments of Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Denmark, Germany, Netherlands, New Zealand, South Korea, United Kingdom and the United States.<br />
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The Houthis have launched various attacks on some major international sea routes since the Israel-Hamas war erupted with the unprecedented attack by the Palestinian militant group on Tel Aviv on October 7.</p>

<h2 lang="en-US"><strong>Australia extended support to US and UK airstrikes on Houthis</strong></h2>

<p lang="en-US">Australia also supported the US and UK militaries when dozens of airstrikes were launched against the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen.</p>

<p lang="en-US">Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles said that the decision to launch the strikes “was not taken lightly”.</p>

<p lang="en-US">“On 4 January Australia was part of [a group of] 14 countries which issued a statement warning the Houthi rebels that if they continue to attack maritime activity in the Red Sea, there would be consequences,” Defence Minister Marles said.</p>

<p lang="en-US">“They have continued their attacks on maritime and naval assets. As a result, the attacks today have occurred,” he added.</p>

<h2 lang="en-US"><strong>Houthi-led Yemen's minister says&nbsp;US, UK will have to pay heavy price for attack</strong></h2>

<p lang="en-US">Deputy foreign minister of Houthi-led Yemen Hussein al-Ezzi said that the United States and the United Kingdom will have to pay a heavy price for the aggressive attack on Houthi rebels, as quoted by CNN.</p>

<p lang="en-US">"Our country was subjected to a massive aggressive attack by American and British ships, submarines, and warplanes, and America and Britain will undoubtedly have to prepare to pay a heavy price and bear all the dire consequences of this blatant aggression," said al-Ezzi.</p>

<h2 lang="en-US"><strong>Russia appeals for UNSC meeting after strike by US, Britain on Yemen</strong></h2>

<p lang="en-US">Russia appealed for the United Nations Security Council's urgent meeting on Friday (Jan 12) to discuss military strikes carried out by the United States and Britain on Yemen.</p>

<p lang="en-US">"Russia has requested an urgent meeting of the UN Security Council on January 12 in connection with the U.S. and UK strikes on Yemen," Russia's permanent mission to the United Nations said.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


President Joe Biden on Thursday (Jan 11) announced that a coalition led by the US and UK launched air strikes targeting Houthis in Yemen in a "defensive action", in the wake of escalating attacks by the Iran-backed rebels on vessels in the Red Sea.

President Joe Biden on Thursday (Jan 11) announced that a coalition led by the US and UK launched air strikes targeting Houthis in Yemen in a "defensive action", in the wake of escalating attacks by the Iran-backed rebels on vessels in the Red Sea. Five people were killed and six others were wounded in the missile strikes carried out by the US and UK, said the Iran-backed Houthi forces on Friday (Jan 12). "The raids led to the death of five martyrs and the injury of six others from our armed forces," said Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree, on X. Biden warned he "will not hesitate" to give orders for further military action, if required. The air strikes were made on various cities in Yemen, where the Houthis are controlling a good amount of territory, reported news agency AFP. Australia also provided personnel support to the strikes, which involved various Tomahawk missiles and fighter jets, according to the reports. "Today, at my direction, US military forces -- together with the United Kingdom and with support from Australia, Bahrain, Canada, and the Netherlands - successfully conducted strikes against several targets in Yemen used by Houthi rebels to endanger freedom of navigation in one of the world's most vital waterways," Biden said, using an alternate spelling of Huthi. He said that the strikes are a "direct response" to "unprecedented" attacks launched by the Houthis, "including the use of anti-ship ballistic missiles for the first time in history". Also read: UNSC calls for 'immediate end' to attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels in Red Sea "These attacks have endangered US personnel, civilian mariners, and our partners, jeopardised trade, and threatened freedom of navigation," Biden said, emphasising that Washington and its allies "will not tolerate attacks on our personnel or allow hostile actors to imperil freedom of navigation." "I will not hesitate to direct further measures to protect our people and the free flow of international commerce as necessary,” asserted the US president. Biden further said that the Houthi rebels on January 9 had "launched their largest attack to date - directly targeting American ships." Sunak says attacks on Houthis 'necessary and proportionate' In a statement, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said that the strikes carried out on Houthi rebels in Yemen were "necessary and proportionate". "Despite the repeated warnings from the international community, the Houthis have continued to carry out attacks in the Red Sea. We have therefore taken limited, necessary and proportionate action in self-defence, alongside the United States... to degrade Houthi military capabilities and protect global shipping,” Sunak said. US defence secretary warns Houthis to back down Meanwhile, US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin on Thursday said that the strikes were carried out to reduce the Houthi rebels' ability to target international shipping. "Today's strikes targeted sites associated with the Houthis' unmanned aerial vehicle, ballistic and cruise missile, and coastal radar and air surveillance capabilities," said Austin, in a statement. Watch: Red Sea conflict: UN Security Council demands Houthis to stop Red Sea shipping attacks "This action is intended to disrupt and degrade the Huthis' capabilities to endanger mariners and threaten global trade in one of the world's most critical waterways. Today’s coalition action sends a clear message to the Huthis that they will bear further costs if they do not end their illegal attacks," Austin said. Aim to 'restore stability in the Red Sea': US and allies After launching strikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen, the United States and its allies said that stabilising crucial Red Sea shipping lanes is their main goal. "Our aim remains to de-escalate tensions and restore stability in the Red Sea, but let our message be clear: we will not hesitate to defend lives and protect the free flow of commerce in one of the world's most critical waterways in the face of continued threats," said a joint statement, released by the governments of Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Denmark, Germany, Netherlands, New Zealand, South Korea, United Kingdom and the United States. The Houthis have launched various attacks on some major international sea routes since the Israel-Hamas war erupted with the unprecedented attack by the Palestinian militant group on Tel Aviv on October 7. Australia extended support to US and UK airstrikes on Houthis Australia also supported the US and UK militaries when dozens of airstrikes were launched against the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen. Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles said that the decision to launch the strikes “was not taken lightly”. “On 4 January Australia was part of [a group of] 14 countries which issued a statement warning the Houthi rebels that if they continue to attack maritime activity in the Red Sea, there would be consequences,” Defence Minister Marles said. “They have continued their attacks on maritime and naval assets. As a result, the attacks today have occurred,” he added. Houthi-led Yemen's minister says US, UK will have to pay heavy price for attack Deputy foreign minister of Houthi-led Yemen Hussein al-Ezzi said that the United States and the United Kingdom will have to pay a heavy price for the aggressive attack on Houthi rebels, as quoted by CNN. "Our country was subjected to a massive aggressive attack by American and British ships, submarines, and warplanes, and America and Britain will undoubtedly have to prepare to pay a heavy price and bear all the dire consequences of this blatant aggression," said al-Ezzi. Russia appeals for UNSC meeting after strike by US, Britain on Yemen Russia appealed for the United Nations Security Council's urgent meeting on Friday (Jan 12) to discuss military strikes carried out by the United States and Britain on Yemen. "Russia has requested an urgent meeting of the UN Security Council on January 12 in connection with the U.S. and UK strikes on Yemen," Russia's permanent mission to the United Nations said. (With inputs from agencies)

US and UK launch massive strikes against Houthi rebels, 5 killed

<p lang="en-US">Suchana Seth, an Indian startup CEO who had allegedly smothered her four-year-old son in a hotel room in the western state of Goa, had written a five-sentence note in English which has now been discovered by the police and is likely to help understand the motive behind the spine-chilling crime which shocked the entire nation.</p>

<p lang="en-US">"Court and my (estranged) husband pressurising me to give custody of my son, and I cannot take it anymore," read the note, which has been written with an eyeliner, according to investigators..<br />
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"My ex-husband is violent... he used to teach bad manners to (my) son. I don't want to give even a day's custody to the father,” the note added.</p>

<p lang="en-US">Seth, the CEO of artificial intelligence firm The Mindful AI&nbsp;allegedly dumped the dead body of her son in the trunk of the taxi she hired to escape from Goa to the southern city of Bengaluru before the police arrested her on Monday afternoon (Jan 8) in a dramatic operation.</p>

<h2 lang="en-US"><strong>Cryptic note emerges as crucial piece of evidence</strong></h2>

<p lang="en-US">The police found the handwritten note in one of the bags which was being carried by Seth when she was travelling in the taxi.</p>

<p lang="en-US">According to the police officers, it appeared that Seth had used an eyeliner to hurriedly scribble on tissue paper.</p>

<p lang="en-US">However, she later tried to destroy the note, which was crumpled and shredded.<br />
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The letter narrated the woman's state of mind and expressed her possible motive behind killing her own son, said the police on Thursday (Jan 11).</p>

<p lang="en-US"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/bengaluru-ceo-suchana-seth-messaged-husband-before-allegedly-killing-four-year-old-son-report-679078">Bengaluru CEO Suchana Seth messaged husband before allegedly killing four-year-old son: Report</a></p>

<p lang="en-US">&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="en-US"><strong>Suchana 'sang a lullaby' to her son before killing him</strong></p>

<p lang="en-US">As per the investigators, Suchana said that she "sang a lullaby" to her son so as to make him sleep before allegedly smothering him.<br />
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"The note we have attached is a crucial piece of evidence in the case, establishing her mental condition," said a police officer, as quoted by The Times of India newspaper.</p>

<p lang="en-US">"The issue of custody of her son must have been at the back of her mind for many days, triggering the drastic step,” he added.</p>

<p lang="en-US"><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Bengaluru based CEO mother charged with murder of 4-year-old son in Goa</strong></p>

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<p lang="en-US">The police said that they would send the note for the handwriting's forensic verification.</p>

<p lang="en-US">"She was in touch with her doctor, a parental therapist, before committing the crime. We are verifying call details to know who she called after the boy's death," said the police officer.<br />
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Suchana had checked in Candolim's Hotel Sol Banyan Grande Room 404 where she allegedly killed her son and also slit her own wrist in a suspected suicide attempt.</p>

<p lang="en-US">The police had found two empty bottles of cough syrup in the room, which suggested that she tried intoxicating her son.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Suchana Seth, an Indian startup CEO who had allegedly smothered her four-year-old son in a hotel room in the western state of Goa, had written a five-sentence note in English which has now been discovered by the police and is likely to help understand the motive behind the spine-chilling crime which shocked the entire nation.

Suchana Seth, an Indian startup CEO who had allegedly smothered her four-year-old son in a hotel room in the western state of Goa, had written a five-sentence note in English which has now been discovered by the police and is likely to help understand the motive behind the spine-chilling crime which shocked the entire nation. "Court and my (estranged) husband pressurising me to give custody of my son, and I cannot take it anymore," read the note, which has been written with an eyeliner, according to investigators.. "My ex-husband is violent... he used to teach bad manners to (my) son. I don't want to give even a day's custody to the father,” the note added. Seth, the CEO of artificial intelligence firm The Mindful AI allegedly dumped the dead body of her son in the trunk of the taxi she hired to escape from Goa to the southern city of Bengaluru before the police arrested her on Monday afternoon (Jan 8) in a dramatic operation. Cryptic note emerges as crucial piece of evidence The police found the handwritten note in one of the bags which was being carried by Seth when she was travelling in the taxi. According to the police officers, it appeared that Seth had used an eyeliner to hurriedly scribble on tissue paper. However, she later tried to destroy the note, which was crumpled and shredded. The letter narrated the woman's state of mind and expressed her possible motive behind killing her own son, said the police on Thursday (Jan 11). Also read: Bengaluru CEO Suchana Seth messaged husband before allegedly killing four-year-old son: Report Suchana 'sang a lullaby' to her son before killing him As per the investigators, Suchana said that she "sang a lullaby" to her son so as to make him sleep before allegedly smothering him. "The note we have attached is a crucial piece of evidence in the case, establishing her mental condition," said a police officer, as quoted by The Times of India newspaper. "The issue of custody of her son must have been at the back of her mind for many days, triggering the drastic step,” he added. Watch: Bengaluru based CEO mother charged with murder of 4-year-old son in Goa The police said that they would send the note for the handwriting's forensic verification. "She was in touch with her doctor, a parental therapist, before committing the crime. We are verifying call details to know who she called after the boy's death," said the police officer. Suchana had checked in Candolim's Hotel Sol Banyan Grande Room 404 where she allegedly killed her son and also slit her own wrist in a suspected suicide attempt. The police had found two empty bottles of cough syrup in the room, which suggested that she tried intoxicating her son. (With inputs from agencies)

India: Police find Suchana Seth's cryptic note hinting at why startup CEO allegedly killed her son

<p lang="en-US">A United Airlines flight, which had departed from Sarasota, Florida, was forced to make an emergency landing at the nearest airport after the open door indicator light started blinking on Wednesday (Jan 10). The mid-air incident happened just a week after Alaska Airlines' door plug blew out mid-air in a shocking incident, leaving a gaping hole in the aircraft.<br />
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United Flight 2434 was headed to Chicago when the light started blinking and forced pilots to alert dispatchers and the plane was rerouted to Tampa, as per a spokesperson for the airport.<br />
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The plane took off from Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport at 3:42 pm local time and was rerouted to Tampa International Airport where the plane made a safe landing at 4:35 pm, as per the flight tracking website Flight Aware.</p>

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<p lang="en-US">The aircraft, which had 123 passengers and five crew members, was able to make an emergency landing “as a precaution this afternoon to address a possible mechanical issue,” said a spokesperson of United Airlines, while speaking to The New York Post.<br />
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The airline did not clarify immediately if the issue was related to an open door light. However, a Tampa International Airport spokesperson said that this&nbsp;same reason was cited at the time its dispatchers received a request for runway space to make an emergency landing.</p>

<h2 lang="en-US"><strong>United Airlines among airlines operating Boeing 737 Max 9</strong></h2>

<p lang="en-US">United Airlines is one of the two American airlines which have been operating Boeing 737 Max 9 jetliners, one of which recently lost its door plug in the air. However, the plane which was diverted to Tampa on Wednesday (Jan 10) was an Airbus A319 and not a Boeing 737 Max 9.<br />
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Nearly 171 Boeing 737 Max 9 planes have been grounded by the FAA “until operators complete enhanced inspections which include both left and right cabin door exit plugs, door components, and fasteners.”</p>

<p lang="en-US"><strong>Watch:&nbsp;United Airlines finds loose bolts on multiple Boeing 737 Max 9 planes&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p lang="en-US">Loose hardware was discovered by both United and Alaska Airlines on a few of their planes, which were part of their fleet of Max 9s.<br />
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Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 from Portland, Oregon had to make a dramatic emergency landing on Friday (Jan 5) after a door plug flew off while at 16,000 feet in the air.<br />
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Because of the rapid depressurisation, a shirt of a teenager was sucked while seat headrests as well as the belongings of other passengers, which included cell phones, landed in residents’ backyards.</p>

<p lang="en-US"><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A United Airlines flight, which had departed from Sarasota, Florida, was forced to make an emergency landing at the nearest airport after the open door indicator light started blinking on Wednesday (Jan 10).

A United Airlines flight, which had departed from Sarasota, Florida, was forced to make an emergency landing at the nearest airport after the open door indicator light started blinking on Wednesday (Jan 10). The mid-air incident happened just a week after Alaska Airlines' door plug blew out mid-air in a shocking incident, leaving a gaping hole in the aircraft. United Flight 2434 was headed to Chicago when the light started blinking and forced pilots to alert dispatchers and the plane was rerouted to Tampa, as per a spokesperson for the airport. The plane took off from Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport at 3:42 pm local time and was rerouted to Tampa International Airport where the plane made a safe landing at 4:35 pm, as per the flight tracking website Flight Aware. Also read: United Airlines and Alaska Airlines find loose bolts in Boeing jets during inspections The aircraft, which had 123 passengers and five crew members, was able to make an emergency landing “as a precaution this afternoon to address a possible mechanical issue,” said a spokesperson of United Airlines, while speaking to The New York Post. The airline did not clarify immediately if the issue was related to an open door light. However, a Tampa International Airport spokesperson said that this same reason was cited at the time its dispatchers received a request for runway space to make an emergency landing. United Airlines among airlines operating Boeing 737 Max 9 United Airlines is one of the two American airlines which have been operating Boeing 737 Max 9 jetliners, one of which recently lost its door plug in the air. However, the plane which was diverted to Tampa on Wednesday (Jan 10) was an Airbus A319 and not a Boeing 737 Max 9. Nearly 171 Boeing 737 Max 9 planes have been grounded by the FAA “until operators complete enhanced inspections which include both left and right cabin door exit plugs, door components, and fasteners.” Watch: United Airlines finds loose bolts on multiple Boeing 737 Max 9 planes Loose hardware was discovered by both United and Alaska Airlines on a few of their planes, which were part of their fleet of Max 9s. Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 from Portland, Oregon had to make a dramatic emergency landing on Friday (Jan 5) after a door plug flew off while at 16,000 feet in the air. Because of the rapid depressurisation, a shirt of a teenager was sucked while seat headrests as well as the belongings of other passengers, which included cell phones, landed in residents’ backyards. (With inputs from agencies)

United Airlines mid-air scare: Plane makes emergency landing after open door indicator blinks

<p lang="en-US">A high school in Brooklyn, United States has thrown&nbsp;out students from a classroom for accommodating around 2,000 migrants, who were evacuated from a tent shelter amid a monster storm.<br />
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The step was taken amid mounting concerns that Floyd Bennett Field's massive migrant tent may collapse amid gusting winds and torrential rains. The migrants were then taken to the second floor gym at James Madison High School. However, the last-minute decision taken by the city authorities left the parents and neighbours, living near the school, fuming.</p>

<h2 lang="en-US"><strong>City Officials Face Backlash</strong></h2>

<p lang="en-US">The city officials, who faced intense anger from parents, on Wednesday (Jan 10) defended their decision to shift the thousands of asylum seekers to a Brooklyn high school from the Floyd Bennett Field tent shelter, which they said was aimed at protecting them from high winds and rain.</p>

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<p lang="en-US">It was reported by media, that the school even received a bomb threat amid the backlash. Many parents and community leaders gathered outside the school and claimed that they should not have moved the classes online to make room for around 1,900 migrants, who were sheltered temporarily in the school's gym and auditorium on Tuesday (Jan 9).<br />
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"It's inexcusable to do this to the students of New York City high schools, especially after all they've been through with COVID," said one parent, reported CBS News.<br />
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"They have to come up with another solution. They cannot do this to school kids," said a resident, identified as Steve. Meanwhile, assemblyman Mike Riley said, “Mayor, you knew this was going to happen. Everyone knew this was going to happen.”<br />
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The protesters said that they shouldn't use schools as shelters and that Floyd Bennett Field, which is located near the shore of Jamaica Bay, is not a good place for keeping migrants because it is vulnerable to weather events.</p>

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<p lang="en-US">"We need a more sustainable plan and we know another storm is coming, one of two of them," Assemblywoman Jamie Williams of Brooklyn said while speaking to CBS News.<br />
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As per the city officials, the migrant families were sent back to Floyd Bennett Field at 4:15 am on Wednesday (Jan 10). Assemblyman Michael Novakhov, questioning the timing and costs, said, "I'm sympathetic to migrants, to have no idea why they removed during the night. Those people have kids -- 4:15 in the morning? School is closed anyways. They could've stayed here until 6 or 7 am.”<br />
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City officials said James Madison High School will never be used again for sheltering asylum seekers, however, New York City Emergency Management Commissioner Zach Iscol said that they acted, "out of an abundance of caution to ensure the safety and well-being of individuals working and living at the centre."</p>

<p lang="en-US"><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A high school in Brooklyn, United States has thrown out students from a classroom for accommodating around 2,000 migrants, who were evacuated from a tent shelter amid a monster storm.

A high school in Brooklyn, United States has thrown out students from a classroom for accommodating around 2,000 migrants, who were evacuated from a tent shelter amid a monster storm. The step was taken amid mounting concerns that Floyd Bennett Field's massive migrant tent may collapse amid gusting winds and torrential rains. The migrants were then taken to the second floor gym at James Madison High School. However, the last-minute decision taken by the city authorities left the parents and neighbours, living near the school, fuming. City Officials Face Backlash The city officials, who faced intense anger from parents, on Wednesday (Jan 10) defended their decision to shift the thousands of asylum seekers to a Brooklyn high school from the Floyd Bennett Field tent shelter, which they said was aimed at protecting them from high winds and rain. Also read: Federal judge gives green light to first US execution by nitrogen gas It was reported by media, that the school even received a bomb threat amid the backlash. Many parents and community leaders gathered outside the school and claimed that they should not have moved the classes online to make room for around 1,900 migrants, who were sheltered temporarily in the school's gym and auditorium on Tuesday (Jan 9). "It's inexcusable to do this to the students of New York City high schools, especially after all they've been through with COVID," said one parent, reported CBS News. "They have to come up with another solution. They cannot do this to school kids," said a resident, identified as Steve. Meanwhile, assemblyman Mike Riley said, “Mayor, you knew this was going to happen. Everyone knew this was going to happen.” The protesters said that they shouldn't use schools as shelters and that Floyd Bennett Field, which is located near the shore of Jamaica Bay, is not a good place for keeping migrants because it is vulnerable to weather events. Watch: US: Hunter Biden makes surprise visit to Capitol Hill amid contempt hearing "We need a more sustainable plan and we know another storm is coming, one of two of them," Assemblywoman Jamie Williams of Brooklyn said while speaking to CBS News. As per the city officials, the migrant families were sent back to Floyd Bennett Field at 4:15 am on Wednesday (Jan 10). Assemblyman Michael Novakhov, questioning the timing and costs, said, "I'm sympathetic to migrants, to have no idea why they removed during the night. Those people have kids -- 4:15 in the morning? School is closed anyways. They could've stayed here until 6 or 7 am.” City officials said James Madison High School will never be used again for sheltering asylum seekers, however, New York City Emergency Management Commissioner Zach Iscol said that they acted, "out of an abundance of caution to ensure the safety and well-being of individuals working and living at the centre." (With inputs from agencies)

US: Brooklyn's school houses asylum seekers, forces students to learn remotely

<p lang="en-US">OpenAI launched its GPT Store on Wednesday (Jan 10), which is a unique kind of marketplace where users of paid ChatGPT will be able to buy and sell customised chatbot agents based on the language models of the company.<br />
<br />
The company, which is majorly popular for creating ChatGPT which brought a boom in the AI industry, has already started offering customised bots through its paid service called ChatGPT Plus. This new store will permit users to offer as well as monetise a varied range of tools.</p>

<h2 lang="en-US"><strong>More than 3 million custom versions of ChatGPT</strong></h2>

<p lang="en-US">Using the new models, the users can develop chatbot agents with their own personalities or themes, which include models for negotiating salary, developing recipes and creating lesson plans.<br />
<br />
Announcing the launch of the GPT Store in a blog post, OpenAI said that users have already created&nbsp;more than 3 million custom versions of ChatGPT's. It added that it has been planning to highlight useful GPT tools inside the newly launched store every week.</p>

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<p lang="en-US">The GPT store has been compared to the App store of Apple and is said to be leading new development in the AI space with the assistance of a wide range of users. In a similar kind of offering, Meta has been providing chatbots with differing personalities.<br />
<br />
Originally, the GPT store was slated to open in November last year, however, an internal upheaval in the company which led to OpenAI’s board firing Sam Altman as CEO, delayed its launch.<br />
<br />
In a blog post, the company said that it will launch a revenue-sharing programme in the year's first quarter through which it will pay the builders on the basis of user engagement with their GPTs.<br />
<br />
In an email sent to the platform's developers, OpenAI informed the users to ensure that the chatbots customised by them fulfil usage policies and GPT brand guidelines.</p>

<p lang="en-US"><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Sam Altman to launch new AI firm?</strong></p>

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<p lang="en-US">In a press release, accompanied by the launch, the company emphasised various products are already on offer which included ones from the hiking app AllTrails and the design app Canva.<br />
<br />
In its inaugural demo day for developers, Altman said that the developers' legal costs will be covered, if they run afoul of copyright law while creating products on the basis of ChatGPT and OpenAI’s technology.<br />
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OpenAI has also been sued numerous times for alleged copyright infringement and for making use of copyrighted text to train the company's large language models.</p>

<p lang="en-US"><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


OpenAI launched its GPT Store on Wednesday (Jan 10), which is a unique kind of marketplace where users of paid ChatGPT will be able to buy and sell customised chatbot agents based on the language models of the company.

OpenAI launched its GPT Store on Wednesday (Jan 10), which is a unique kind of marketplace where users of paid ChatGPT will be able to buy and sell customised chatbot agents based on the language models of the company. The company, which is majorly popular for creating ChatGPT which brought a boom in the AI industry, has already started offering customised bots through its paid service called ChatGPT Plus. This new store will permit users to offer as well as monetise a varied range of tools. More than 3 million custom versions of ChatGPT Using the new models, the users can develop chatbot agents with their own personalities or themes, which include models for negotiating salary, developing recipes and creating lesson plans. Announcing the launch of the GPT Store in a blog post, OpenAI said that users have already created more than 3 million custom versions of ChatGPT's. It added that it has been planning to highlight useful GPT tools inside the newly launched store every week. Also read: OpenAI, Microsoft sued by New York Times for use of its stories to train their chatbots The GPT store has been compared to the App store of Apple and is said to be leading new development in the AI space with the assistance of a wide range of users. In a similar kind of offering, Meta has been providing chatbots with differing personalities. Originally, the GPT store was slated to open in November last year, however, an internal upheaval in the company which led to OpenAI’s board firing Sam Altman as CEO, delayed its launch. In a blog post, the company said that it will launch a revenue-sharing programme in the year's first quarter through which it will pay the builders on the basis of user engagement with their GPTs. In an email sent to the platform's developers, OpenAI informed the users to ensure that the chatbots customised by them fulfil usage policies and GPT brand guidelines. Watch: Sam Altman to launch new AI firm? In a press release, accompanied by the launch, the company emphasised various products are already on offer which included ones from the hiking app AllTrails and the design app Canva. In its inaugural demo day for developers, Altman said that the developers' legal costs will be covered, if they run afoul of copyright law while creating products on the basis of ChatGPT and OpenAI’s technology. OpenAI has also been sued numerous times for alleged copyright infringement and for making use of copyrighted text to train the company's large language models. (With inputs from agencies)

An AI marketplace? OpenAI launches GPT Store for buying and selling customised chatbots

<p lang="en-US">India is set to get its longest sea bridge - the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL) - on Friday (Jan 12) after it is inaugurated by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.<br />
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The 21.8-kilometre-long sea bridge, which connects Navi Mumbai to South Mumbai, will decrease the travel journey from two hours to about 20 minutes.<br />
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Maharashtra&nbsp;Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who had made the announcement of the bridge's inauguration, said it would bring economic growth and development in the areas connected to it.</p>

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<p lang="en-US">The bridge, officially named the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sewri-Nhava Sheva Atal Setu, has been constructed at a cost of ₹17,840 Cr (approx $2147mn).</p>

<h2 lang="en-US"><strong>Why autos and two-wheelers are not allowed on sea bridge</strong></h2>

<p lang="en-US">The Mumbai Trans Harbour Link's (MTHL) maximum speed limit for four-wheelers is 100 kmph, while autorickshaws, tractors and motorbikes will not be allowed on the sea bridge, said the police on Wednesday (Jan 10).<br />
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The MTHL, which is also called Atal Setu after the name of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee, will be inaugurated on January 12 by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, said the Chief Minister's Office.<br />
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As per media reports,&nbsp;light motor vehicles like&nbsp;minibuses, two-axle buses, cars, and taxis will have a speed limit of 100 kilometres per hour. On the bridge's ascent and descent, the speed will remain restricted to 40 kmph.<br />
<br />
The official said that the Mumbai police have imposed the speed limit on the longest sea bridge in India to curb "danger, obstructions and inconvenience to the public".</p>

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<p lang="en-US">The MTHL, worth ₹17,840 Cr (approx $2147mn), starts from Sewri in Mumbai and ends at Nhava Sheva in Uran taluka, Raigad district. Multi-axle heavy vehicles, buses and trucks moving towards Mumbai will not get entry on the Eastern Freeway, said the official.<br />
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He said that these vehicles will have to go via Mumbai Port-Sewri Exit (Exit 1C) and then take the MBPT Road close to 'Gadi Adda' for further movement.<br />
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Entry will not be given to vehicles like motorcycles, mopeds, three-wheelers, autos, tractors, slow-moving vehicles and animal-drawn vehicles, the official further said.<br />
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The MTHL runs for 16.50 kilometres over the sea and 5.5 km on land and has six lanes.</p>

<p lang="en-US"><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


India is set to get its longest sea bridge - the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL) - on Friday (Jan 12) after it is inaugurated by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

India is set to get its longest sea bridge - the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL) - on Friday (Jan 12) after it is inaugurated by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The 21.8-kilometre-long sea bridge, which connects Navi Mumbai to South Mumbai, will decrease the travel journey from two hours to about 20 minutes. Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who had made the announcement of the bridge's inauguration, said it would bring economic growth and development in the areas connected to it. Also read: India: Bone-chilling cold wave in Delhi, Chandigarh, Haryana; conditions likely to improve soon The bridge, officially named the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sewri-Nhava Sheva Atal Setu, has been constructed at a cost of ₹17,840 Cr (approx $2147mn). Why autos and two-wheelers are not allowed on sea bridge The Mumbai Trans Harbour Link's (MTHL) maximum speed limit for four-wheelers is 100 kmph, while autorickshaws, tractors and motorbikes will not be allowed on the sea bridge, said the police on Wednesday (Jan 10). The MTHL, which is also called Atal Setu after the name of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee, will be inaugurated on January 12 by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, said the Chief Minister's Office. As per media reports, light motor vehicles like minibuses, two-axle buses, cars, and taxis will have a speed limit of 100 kilometres per hour. On the bridge's ascent and descent, the speed will remain restricted to 40 kmph. The official said that the Mumbai police have imposed the speed limit on the longest sea bridge in India to curb "danger, obstructions and inconvenience to the public". Watch: India: Why 2024 budget will be different? Setting India's budget timelines | WION Newspoint The MTHL, worth ₹17,840 Cr (approx $2147mn), starts from Sewri in Mumbai and ends at Nhava Sheva in Uran taluka, Raigad district. Multi-axle heavy vehicles, buses and trucks moving towards Mumbai will not get entry on the Eastern Freeway, said the official. He said that these vehicles will have to go via Mumbai Port-Sewri Exit (Exit 1C) and then take the MBPT Road close to 'Gadi Adda' for further movement. Entry will not be given to vehicles like motorcycles, mopeds, three-wheelers, autos, tractors, slow-moving vehicles and animal-drawn vehicles, the official further said. The MTHL runs for 16.50 kilometres over the sea and 5.5 km on land and has six lanes. (With inputs from agencies)

Atal Setu: Here's why no autos or bikes will run on India's longest sea bridge

<p lang="en-US">The latest business venture of social media tycoon Mark Zuckerberg – which involves raising “world-class” beef cattle by feeding them beer and nuts in his luxurious Hawaiian hideaway – was derided by the netizens as out of touch and environmentally hazardous.<br />
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On Wednesday (Jan 10), the Meta CEO shared a picture of himself eating a steak, which was medium rare, with no sides, and was made using beef from his Ko’olau ranch, which is a 1,400-acre compound located on Kauai, the oldest island of Hawaii.<br />
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Taking to Instagram, Zuckerberg wrote, “Started raising cattle at [the] Ko’olau ranch on Kauai, and my goal is to create some of the highest quality beef in the world.”<br />
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The post updated the world with how the sixth richest man in the world is farming wagyu and Angus cattle which yield some of the most expensive meat in the world.</p>

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<p>“Each cow eats 5,000-10,000lbs of food each year, so that’s a lot of acres of macadamia trees. My daughters help plant the mac trees and take care of our different animals. We’re still early in the journey and it’s fun improving on it every season. Of all my projects, this is the most delicious,” said Zuckerberg, whose wealth stands at $129 billion currently, as per Bloomberg.</p>

<p lang="en-US"><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/meta-to-provide-more-age-appropriate-content-to-teens-limit-harmful-items-678613">Meta to provide more ‘age appropriate’ content to teens, limit harmful items</a></p>

<p lang="en-US">The cattle will be fed&nbsp;macadamia nuts and beer. They will be reared in a $100 million compound, which will also have an underground bunker and energy projects, as per a recent investigation conducted by Wired.<br />
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“Raising cattle on water-intensive macadamia nuts and beer is just a billionaire’s strange sideshow. We need real agriculture reform to address the inequities in our food system and the reality of a warming climate,” said Mitch Jones, policy director at Food &amp; Water Watch, a national legal and policy nonprofit, as reported by The Guardian.<br />
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“We need to promote the viability of small and medium-sized farms that work to feed everyone, not just wealthy celebrities,” he added.</p>

<h2 lang="en-US"><strong>Social media users mock Zuckerberg</strong></h2>

<p lang="en-US">The users on social media platform X, which is owned by Zuckerberg’s rival Elon Musk, mocked the new career of Zuckerberg.</p>

<p lang="en-US"><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg building an apocalypse-proof bunker in Hawaii?</strong></p>

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<p lang="en-US">Animal rights group Peta's Shalin Gala criticised Zuckerberg for being stuck in the “dark ages”.<br />
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Another critic, with the account name coloradotravis, wrote: “The absolute stones it must take post ‘I’m growing a macadamia orchard to feed my artisan wagyu’ during an era of rising populism.”</p>

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The latest business venture of social media tycoon Mark Zuckerberg – which involves raising “world-class” beef cattle by feeding them beer and nuts in his luxurious Hawaiian hideaway – was derided by the netizens as out of touch and environmentally hazardous.

The latest business venture of social media tycoon Mark Zuckerberg – which involves raising “world-class” beef cattle by feeding them beer and nuts in his luxurious Hawaiian hideaway – was derided by the netizens as out of touch and environmentally hazardous. On Wednesday (Jan 10), the Meta CEO shared a picture of himself eating a steak, which was medium rare, with no sides, and was made using beef from his Ko’olau ranch, which is a 1,400-acre compound located on Kauai, the oldest island of Hawaii. Taking to Instagram, Zuckerberg wrote, “Started raising cattle at [the] Ko’olau ranch on Kauai, and my goal is to create some of the highest quality beef in the world.” The post updated the world with how the sixth richest man in the world is farming wagyu and Angus cattle which yield some of the most expensive meat in the world. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mark Zuckerberg (@zuck) × “Each cow eats 5,000-10,000lbs of food each year, so that’s a lot of acres of macadamia trees. My daughters help plant the mac trees and take care of our different animals. We’re still early in the journey and it’s fun improving on it every season. Of all my projects, this is the most delicious,” said Zuckerberg, whose wealth stands at $129 billion currently, as per Bloomberg. Also read: Meta to provide more ‘age appropriate’ content to teens, limit harmful items The cattle will be fed macadamia nuts and beer. They will be reared in a $100 million compound, which will also have an underground bunker and energy projects, as per a recent investigation conducted by Wired. “Raising cattle on water-intensive macadamia nuts and beer is just a billionaire’s strange sideshow. We need real agriculture reform to address the inequities in our food system and the reality of a warming climate,” said Mitch Jones, policy director at Food & Water Watch, a national legal and policy nonprofit, as reported by The Guardian. “We need to promote the viability of small and medium-sized farms that work to feed everyone, not just wealthy celebrities,” he added. Social media users mock Zuckerberg The users on social media platform X, which is owned by Zuckerberg’s rival Elon Musk, mocked the new career of Zuckerberg. Watch: Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg building an apocalypse-proof bunker in Hawaii? Animal rights group Peta's Shalin Gala criticised Zuckerberg for being stuck in the “dark ages”. Another critic, with the account name coloradotravis, wrote: “The absolute stones it must take post ‘I’m growing a macadamia orchard to feed my artisan wagyu’ during an era of rising populism.” (With inputs from agencies)

Zuckerberg plans to feed beer to cows to produce 'high-quality' beef, critics hit back

<p lang="en-US">The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on Wednesday (Jan 10) called for an "immediate" end to attacks being carried out by Yemen's Houthi rebels on the ships present in the Red Sea.<br />
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The resolution which was passed "demands that the Houthis immediately cease all such attacks, which impede global commerce and undermine navigational rights and freedoms as well as regional peace and security." The resolution was adopted after Russia, as well as Algeria, Mozambique and China abstained.<br />
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The intensified attacks by Houthi rebels have forced shipping companies to bypass the route and divert around South Africa's Cape of Good Hope, which has increased the time and cost being spent on their journey.</p>

<p lang="en-US"><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-thwarts-24-missiles-and-drones-launched-by-houthi-rebels-from-yemen-678400">US and UK thwart 21 missiles and drones launched by Houthi rebels from Yemen</a></p>

<p lang="en-US">Earlier, the UN said that it continued "to be very concerned about the situation in the Red Sea".&nbsp;<br />
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The resolution "condemns in the strongest terms the at least two dozen Huthi attacks on merchant and commercial vessels since November 19, 2023, when the Huthis attacked and seized the Galaxy Leader and its crew," as reported by news agency AFP.<br />
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The Houthis, who have been attacking the international maritime traffic in the Red Sea&nbsp;in the wake of the Israel-Hamas war, have expressed their solidarity with the Palestinians in Gaza.</p>

<h2 lang="en-US"><strong>US, UK mull military action in response to largest Houthi attack</strong></h2>

<p lang="en-US">The US and UK have hinted that they are considering military action against Houthi rebels in Yemen after they repelled their largest attack on Red Sea shipping.<br />
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Carrier-based warships and jets shot down 21 drones and missiles which were launched on Tuesday (Jan 9) by the Iran-backed group.</p>

<p lang="en-US"><strong>Watch: Houthis fire missiles &amp; drones in Red Sea, one of the biggest Houthi attacks till now&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p lang="en-US">The allies further warned of "consequences" in case of such attacks. Speaking about potential strikes in Yemen, UK Defence Secretary Grant Shapps said, "Watch this space".<br />
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The Houthis said that a US ship, which was providing support to Israel, was targeted by them. The rebels have claimed repeatedly that they have launched attacks on merchant vessels which are linked to Israel, in protest of the actions taken by the IDF in the war in Gaza.</p>

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The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on Wednesday (Jan 10) called for an "immediate" end to attacks being carried out by Yemen's Houthi rebels on the ships present in the Red Sea.

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on Wednesday (Jan 10) called for an "immediate" end to attacks being carried out by Yemen's Houthi rebels on the ships present in the Red Sea. The resolution which was passed "demands that the Houthis immediately cease all such attacks, which impede global commerce and undermine navigational rights and freedoms as well as regional peace and security." The resolution was adopted after Russia, as well as Algeria, Mozambique and China abstained. The intensified attacks by Houthi rebels have forced shipping companies to bypass the route and divert around South Africa's Cape of Good Hope, which has increased the time and cost being spent on their journey. Also read: US and UK thwart 21 missiles and drones launched by Houthi rebels from Yemen Earlier, the UN said that it continued "to be very concerned about the situation in the Red Sea". The resolution "condemns in the strongest terms the at least two dozen Huthi attacks on merchant and commercial vessels since November 19, 2023, when the Huthis attacked and seized the Galaxy Leader and its crew," as reported by news agency AFP. The Houthis, who have been attacking the international maritime traffic in the Red Sea in the wake of the Israel-Hamas war, have expressed their solidarity with the Palestinians in Gaza. US, UK mull military action in response to largest Houthi attack The US and UK have hinted that they are considering military action against Houthi rebels in Yemen after they repelled their largest attack on Red Sea shipping. Carrier-based warships and jets shot down 21 drones and missiles which were launched on Tuesday (Jan 9) by the Iran-backed group. Watch: Houthis fire missiles & drones in Red Sea, one of the biggest Houthi attacks till now The allies further warned of "consequences" in case of such attacks. Speaking about potential strikes in Yemen, UK Defence Secretary Grant Shapps said, "Watch this space". The Houthis said that a US ship, which was providing support to Israel, was targeted by them. The rebels have claimed repeatedly that they have launched attacks on merchant vessels which are linked to Israel, in protest of the actions taken by the IDF in the war in Gaza. (With inputs from agencies)

UNSC calls for 'immediate end' to attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels in Red Sea

<p lang="en-US">Former New Jersey governor Chris Christie, who just exited the Republican race for US presidential nomination,&nbsp;was caught on hot mic making disparaging comments about his now-former rivals Nikki Haley and Ron Desantis.</p>

<p lang="en-US">In audio circulating on the internet, Christie described South Carolina governor Nikki Haley as “not up to this” and that she is "going to get smoked", while adding that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis was “petrified”.</p>

<p lang="en-US">The hot mic conversation took place hours before he dropped out of the 2024 Republican presidential race on Wednesday (Jan 10).<br />
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Before announcing the suspension of his campaign in Windham, New Hampshire, Christie said Haley "spent $68 million so far just on TV” adverts, and later added that DeSantis had spent “$59 million … and we’ve spent 12 [million]”, as reported by New York Post.</p>

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<p>“Who’s punching above their weight and who’s getting a return on their investment?” said Christie, adding, “You know? And she’s going to get smoked. And you and I both know it, she’s not up to this.”</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-elections-trump-critic-chris-christie-drops-out-of-2024-white-house-race-678791">US elections: Trump critic Chris Christie drops out of 2024 presidential race</a></p>

<p>He said “DeSantis called me petrified that I would,” further referring to exiting the race. “He’s probably getting out after Iowa,” another person was heard saying.</p>

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<h2><strong>DeSantis thanks Christie for participating in 2024 campaign</strong></h2>

<p lang="en-US">As per a media report, DeSantis had called Christie and thanked him for participating in the 2024 campaign, before the announcement was made.<br />
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As per the source, Christie further complained about Haley and also said told DeSantis that she was a “joke,” had “performed terribly” and was “not up to the task.”</p>

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<p>After dropping out of the presidential race, Christie also took a dig at former US president Donald Trump.</p>

<p>“I promise you this: I will make sure that in no way do I enable Donald Trump to ever be President of the United States again. That’s more important than my own personal ambition,” he said.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;US Presidential Elections 2024: Race for white house heats up</strong></p>

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<p>The exit of Christie came shortly before the final GOP debate had to begin.</p>

<p>The final GOP debate saw a faceoff between only two Republican presidential candidates - former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.<br />
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Christie's departure from the presidential elections comes five days before the Iowa caucuses, which will be the first of the state-by-state contests in which the preferred candidate for president's position will be chosen by Republican voters.<br />
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In July, the winner of the contests will be anointed the Republican nominee for the presidential candidate, before he or she goes on to challenge the Democratic nominee - most likely Joe Biden - in the general election to be held in November.&nbsp;</p>

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Former New Jersey governor Chris Christie, who just exited the Republican race for US presidential nomination, was caught on hot mic making disparaging comments about his now-former rivals Nikki Haley and Ron Desantis.

Former New Jersey governor Chris Christie, who just exited the Republican race for US presidential nomination, was caught on hot mic making disparaging comments about his now-former rivals Nikki Haley and Ron Desantis. In audio circulating on the internet, Christie described South Carolina governor Nikki Haley as “not up to this” and that she is "going to get smoked", while adding that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis was “petrified”. The hot mic conversation took place hours before he dropped out of the 2024 Republican presidential race on Wednesday (Jan 10). Before announcing the suspension of his campaign in Windham, New Hampshire, Christie said Haley "spent $68 million so far just on TV” adverts, and later added that DeSantis had spent “$59 million … and we’ve spent 12 [million]”, as reported by New York Post. Chris Christie caught on HOT MIC saying Nikki Haley is "gonna get smoked" https://t.co/V4BR2zTYZQ via @YouTube — 🇺🇸 CANDY🇺🇸 (@Upalllnite) January 11, 2024 × “Who’s punching above their weight and who’s getting a return on their investment?” said Christie, adding, “You know? And she’s going to get smoked. And you and I both know it, she’s not up to this.” Also read: US elections: Trump critic Chris Christie drops out of 2024 presidential race He said “DeSantis called me petrified that I would,” further referring to exiting the race. “He’s probably getting out after Iowa,” another person was heard saying. I promise you this: I will make sure that in no way do I enable Donald Trump to ever be President of the United States again. That’s more important than my own personal ambition. pic.twitter.com/f9epxUxRM0 — Chris Christie (@GovChristie) January 10, 2024 × DeSantis thanks Christie for participating in 2024 campaign As per a media report, DeSantis had called Christie and thanked him for participating in the 2024 campaign, before the announcement was made. As per the source, Christie further complained about Haley and also said told DeSantis that she was a “joke,” had “performed terribly” and was “not up to the task.” I agree with Christie that Nikki Haley is “going to get smoked.” — Ron DeSantis (@RonDeSantis) January 10, 2024 × After dropping out of the presidential race, Christie also took a dig at former US president Donald Trump. “I promise you this: I will make sure that in no way do I enable Donald Trump to ever be President of the United States again. That’s more important than my own personal ambition,” he said. Watch: US Presidential Elections 2024: Race for white house heats up The exit of Christie came shortly before the final GOP debate had to begin. The final GOP debate saw a faceoff between only two Republican presidential candidates - former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Christie's departure from the presidential elections comes five days before the Iowa caucuses, which will be the first of the state-by-state contests in which the preferred candidate for president's position will be chosen by Republican voters. In July, the winner of the contests will be anointed the Republican nominee for the presidential candidate, before he or she goes on to challenge the Democratic nominee - most likely Joe Biden - in the general election to be held in November. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p lang="en-US">Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie dropped out of the Republican presidential nomination race for the 2024 US elections, with a parting shot at frontrunner and former president Donald Trump.<br />
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"I am going to make sure that in no way do I enable Donald Trump to ever be president of the United States again," said the Trump ally-turned-critic.<br />
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"It's clear to me tonight that there isn't a path for me to win the nomination, which is why I'm suspending my campaign tonight for president of the United States," said Christie, while speaking to the supporters at an event held in Windham, New Hampshire.</p>

<p lang="en-US"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-arrives-in-court-asking-for-immunity-against-election-interference-charges-678338">Trump warns of 'bedlam' in US if court cases against him go ahead</a></p>

<p lang="en-US">The Republican candidate was facing pressure to step aside and allow the party to unify around a viable challenger to Trump. Christie bowed out of the race without endorsing anyone.</p>

<h2 lang="en-US"><strong>Christie takes a dig at Haley on a hot mic</strong></h2>

<p lang="en-US">However, on a hot mic, minutes before announcing that he was stepping away from the race, Christie predicted that former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley, who is gaining on Trump in a few polls, was "going to get smoked, and you and I both know it".<br />
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"She's not up to this," Christie added. He further said that even Florida Governor Ron DeSantis was "petrified". At a town hall event held in New Hampshire, United States on Wednesday afternoon (Jan 10), the 61-year-old said that he is suspending his election campaign.<br />
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In his remarks, he called on the Republican voters to not support the former president who he said has been accused of "putting himself before the people of this country".<br />
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"Donald Trump wants you to be angry every day because he is angry," DeSantis added.<br />
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Christie's departure from the presidential elections comes five days before the Iowa caucuses, which will be the first of the state-by-state contests in which the preferred candidate for president's position will be chosen by Republican voters.<br />
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In July, the winner of the contests will be anointed the Republican nominee, before he goes on to challenge the Democratic nominee, which is most likely going to be Joe Biden - in the general election to be held in November.</p>

<p lang="en-US"><strong>Watch:&nbsp;US Elections 2024: DeSantis &amp; Haley seek to be alternative to Donald Trump</strong></p>

<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo"><iframe allowfullscreen="" autoplay="1" class="includeVideo" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-elections-2024-desantis-haley-seek-to-be-alternative-to-donald-trump-677392/embed" style="width:100%;max-width:560px;" width="560"></iframe></div>

<p lang="en-US">Christie was facing pressure to drop out ahead of the second election in New Hampshire, where Haley is now running for second position in some polls, just behind Trump. The northeastern state has a major faction of unaffiliated voters and is known to deliver unpredictable results.<br />
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Haley, in a statement, called Christie "a friend for many years" and commended him "on a hard-fought campaign". However, her opponents were quick to chime in on social media.<br />
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Commenting on Christie's dig, DeSantis said he agreed Haley is "going to get smoked". Trump said he "might even get to like (Christie) again" following his "very truthful statement" about Haley.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie dropped out of the Republican presidential nomination race for the 2024 US elections, with a parting shot at frontrunner and former president Donald Trump.

Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie dropped out of the Republican presidential nomination race for the 2024 US elections, with a parting shot at frontrunner and former president Donald Trump. "I am going to make sure that in no way do I enable Donald Trump to ever be president of the United States again," said the Trump ally-turned-critic. "It's clear to me tonight that there isn't a path for me to win the nomination, which is why I'm suspending my campaign tonight for president of the United States," said Christie, while speaking to the supporters at an event held in Windham, New Hampshire. Also read: Trump warns of 'bedlam' in US if court cases against him go ahead The Republican candidate was facing pressure to step aside and allow the party to unify around a viable challenger to Trump. Christie bowed out of the race without endorsing anyone. Christie takes a dig at Haley on a hot mic However, on a hot mic, minutes before announcing that he was stepping away from the race, Christie predicted that former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley, who is gaining on Trump in a few polls, was "going to get smoked, and you and I both know it". "She's not up to this," Christie added. He further said that even Florida Governor Ron DeSantis was "petrified". At a town hall event held in New Hampshire, United States on Wednesday afternoon (Jan 10), the 61-year-old said that he is suspending his election campaign. In his remarks, he called on the Republican voters to not support the former president who he said has been accused of "putting himself before the people of this country". "Donald Trump wants you to be angry every day because he is angry," DeSantis added. Christie's departure from the presidential elections comes five days before the Iowa caucuses, which will be the first of the state-by-state contests in which the preferred candidate for president's position will be chosen by Republican voters. In July, the winner of the contests will be anointed the Republican nominee, before he goes on to challenge the Democratic nominee, which is most likely going to be Joe Biden - in the general election to be held in November. Watch: US Elections 2024: DeSantis & Haley seek to be alternative to Donald Trump Christie was facing pressure to drop out ahead of the second election in New Hampshire, where Haley is now running for second position in some polls, just behind Trump. The northeastern state has a major faction of unaffiliated voters and is known to deliver unpredictable results. Haley, in a statement, called Christie "a friend for many years" and commended him "on a hard-fought campaign". However, her opponents were quick to chime in on social media. Commenting on Christie's dig, DeSantis said he agreed Haley is "going to get smoked". Trump said he "might even get to like (Christie) again" following his "very truthful statement" about Haley. (With inputs from agencies)

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