New York City is facing an unprecedented winter crisis as the death toll from the prolonged cold snap climbs to 16, raising urgent questions about city leadership and emergency response measures. From hypothermia fatalities to the ongoing risks for residents living outdoors, the city is under intense public scrutiny as officials scramble to provide adequate shelter and safety. WATCH 

A leaked audio recording is now at the center of growing uncertainty around the India-US trade negotiations. In the latest Axios report, Senator Ted Cruz is said to have named senior White House officials as the key roadblocks in the stalled India-US trade deal, describing a “battle” over the agreement during private donor calls. The report comes at a time when negotiations have gained urgency following fresh US tariffs tied to India-Russia oil trade, with total duties on India reportedly rising to 50&#37. The leak suggests deeper political resistance within the administration, even as both sides continue bilateral talks after months of negotiation. WATCH