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Philadelphia Snow Emergency as another storm hits; US–Iran nuclear talks set for Geneva amid Trump strike warnings; Mar-a-Lago intruder shot; TfL fine fiasco; AI vs legacy systems; endometriosis guidance shift; South Korea tariff jitters and housing clash; Muslim nations slam Huckabee remarks
Philadelphia: Snow tapers by dawn, ends this afternoon
AccuWeather says heavy snow fell overnight, then eases by daybreak. Only light additional accumulation is expected this morning, with snow ending later in the afternoon.
Philadelphia declares Snow Emergency
A Snow Emergency for the City of Philadelphia took effect at 4 p.m. Sunday, because nothing says “civic harmony” like towing rules meeting parked cars in a blizzard.
Another winter storm blankets Philadelphia as crews clear streets
Snow piled up across Center City while crews worked to clear roads and shovel sidewalks and bike lanes, a reminder that winter’s favorite hobby is making every commute a group project.
TfL apologises after debt collectors pursue 85-year-old over congestion fines tied to old number plate
Transport for London apologised after debt collectors chased an 85-year-old man for congestion charge fines run up by the new owner of his former personalised plate, still linked to his dormant Auto Pay account. Despite evidence he no longer owned the vehicle and repeated attempts by his daughter to act under power of attorney, TfL initially insisted the charges stood under its terms and conditions. After external intervention, TfL refunded the money and closed the account, while reiterating that account holders must remove vehicles they are no longer responsible for (a thrilling bureaucratic bedtime story).
Nandan Nilekani says AI undercuts the case for clinging to legacy systems
Infosys chairman Nandan Nilekani argued that AI removes the justification for keeping legacy systems, saying organizations can use it to modernize and simplify old technology. He also warned that AI-driven development could eventually create a fresh batch of “new legacy” systems, because humans can turn any tool into a museum exhibit.
Oman confirms new U.S., Iran nuclear talks in Geneva as Trump warns of possible strikes
Oman said the United States and Iran will hold another round of talks on Tehran’s nuclear programme Thursday in Geneva. President Donald Trump warned limited strikes are possible, while both sides signalled they are prepared for war if negotiations fail, a charming way to say everyone is bringing matches to a gasoline meeting.
Muslim-majority nations condemn Huckabee comments about Israel claiming the Middle East
Multiple foreign ministries, including Jordan, the UAE, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bahrain, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Kuwait, and Lebanon, issued a joint statement criticising U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee after he suggested Israel could claim the entire Middle East in an interview with Tucker Carlson.
Secret Service shoots, kills man attempting to access Mar-a-Lago
The U.S. Secret Service early Sunday shot and killed a man who tried to access President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort while appearing to carry a shotgun and a gas can.
Endometriosis diagnosis and surgery: newer guidance says laparoscopy not always required
Updated guidelines say endometriosis does not always require surgery to diagnose, since symptoms plus specialised ultrasound or MRI can often detect deep or ovarian disease. Surgery is mainly considered as treatment, for severe persistent pain not responding to medical therapy, organ-threatening deep endometriosis, or fertility issues, while acknowledging risks like complications, adhesions, and pain recurrence. Patients are advised to weigh alternatives, review imaging, seek experienced surgeons for complex cases, and get a second opinion if they feel pressured into procedures.
South Korea industry grows cautious as tariff uncertainty rises
South Korea’s industrial sector says tariff rates have not changed, but companies are becoming more cautious amid rising uncertainty after President Trump’s remarks about possible global tariffs.
President Lee Jae-myung and opposition clash over housing policy ahead of local elections
President Lee Jae-myung and the conservative opposition escalated their dispute over housing policy as political tensions rise ahead of upcoming local elections.
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