Winter Storm Claims Lives, Disrupts Travel, and Brings Controversy in US and Beyond

EXCERPT: A deadly winter storm hit the US, causing multiple fatalities, power outages, and travel disruptions. Meanwhile, in other parts of the world, there were allegations of coup plots, deadly train crashes, and violent incidents.

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The United States has been grappling with the aftermath of a deadly winter storm, which has left at least a dozen people dead and thousands without power. In the midst of this turmoil, the nomination of Jerome Powell as the new Federal Reserve chairman has raised questions about whether he will align with President Trump's views on monetary policy.

In the midst of the storm, at least a dozen fatalities have been reported across multiple states, according to officials. The storm's heavy snowfall and strong winds have caused numerous accidents and power outages, leaving many residents stranded and struggling to cope.

Meanwhile, in other parts of the world, there were significant developments in various countries. In Nigeria, some officers implicated in a coup-plot allegation will face trial following an investigation. The accused, who were among the 16 people detained last year, are believed to have been planning to unseat President Bola Tinubu.

In Mexico, at least 11 people were killed when gunmen stormed a football pitch. The incident occurred in Salamanca, a city infamous for its gang-related violence.

Spain has slashed the speed limit on its popular train route between Madrid and Barcelona following the discovery of a crack on the line. The move comes after two recent deadly train crashes in the country.

Former Olympian Ryan Wedding, who competed in snowboarding, pleaded not guilty to drug kingpin charges in Mexico. The ex-athlete, who was taken into custody last week by the FBI, is also accused of leading a cartel.

The cremation of revered BBC broadcaster Sir Mark Tully took place in Delhi, India. Tully, who had lived in India for decades after leaving the BBC, was widely respected for his coverage of the country.

Uganda's military chief, Gen. David Muhoozi, denied allegations that the army had assaulted opposition leader Bobi Wine's wife. Barbara Kyagulanyi claimed she had been beaten and refused to reveal her husband's whereabouts.

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[Source 1: Will Trump's pick to lead US central bank get him the change he wants?]

[Source 2: Deadly US winter storm leaves flights delayed and thousands without power]

[Source 3: Former Olympian Ryan Wedding pleads not guilty to drug kingpin charges]

[Source 4: 'We're all terrified', Minnesotan tells the BBC in tears]

[Source 5: Nigerian officers to face trial over coup-plot allegations]

[Source 6: Spain slashes speed limit on popular train route after fault found]

[Source 7: Private jet carrying eight people crashes in Maine]

[Source 8: Tributes pour in across India for revered BBC broadcaster Sir Mark Tully]

[Source 9: Gunmen storm Mexico football pitch and kill at least 11 people]

[Source 10: Uganda's military chief denies army assaulted Bobi Wine's wife]