t.l ako sayo Mumbai, November 30: Mumbai, Thane, and Bhiwandi will experience a 10% reduction in their water supply from now until Thursday, December 5. The water cut in Mumbai, Thane and Bhiwandi is due to a technical malfunction in the pneumatic gate system at Pise, which supplies water to these areas. The issue, which occurred on Saturday, November 30, has impacted the water distribution to Mumbai, its suburbs, Thane, and Bhiwandi, all of which fall under the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). Mumbai Local Train News Update: Western Railway To Run 13 More AC Train Services From November 27, Check Complete Details . googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1560419204258-2'); }); 🛠️The pneumatic gate system installed at Pise, which supplies water to BMC has malfunctioned today (30th November 2024). The repair work of this gate will be done between 1st December to 2nd December 2024. 🚰Due to this work, 10% water cut will be imposed in the Mumbai City... — माझी Mumbai, आपली BMC (@mybmc) November 30, 2024 Mumbai Water Cut News The BMC has assured that repair work will begin immediately and is expected to continue until December 2. However, residents in the affected areas are being urged to use water judiciously during this period to help manage the reduced supply. In a statement, the civic body requested citizens to cooperate and adopt water-saving measures until normal supply resumes. "Citizens are requested to use water sparingly during this period and cooperate with the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation," BMC said. Amerigo Vespucci in Mumbai: Italian Navy’s ‘Most Beautiful Ship in the World’ Docks in Indira Dock for First Time (See Photos) . In other news, Western Railway on Wednesday, November 27, added 13 air-conditioned (AC) services to its daily timetable, six of them Churchgate-bound and seven Virar-bound. These services, which will replace some non-AC services, will take the total number of AC services to 109 from the current 96 being operated daily. On weekends, the number of AC services will go up to 65 from 52. The 13 services were added after a new air-conditioned train was inducted into the suburban railway fleet on November 20, taking the total number of AC trains to eight. Of the new services, 10 have been added to the Fast line and 3 on the Slow line. (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Nov 30, 2024 11:27 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com ).Chief of Air Staff – Serena Hotels International Squash Championship 2024, organized by Pakistan Air Force in collaboration with Pakistan Squash Federation and Serena Hotels, has concluded at Mushaf Squash Complex, Islamabad. The prestigious tournament featured 24 top-tier players from eight countries, including Egypt, England, Hong Kong, Ireland, Kuwait, Malaysia, Netherlands and Pakistan, who competed for the coveted title. Air Marshal Shakil Ghazanfar, Deputy Chief of the Air Staff (Personnel), attended the ceremony as Chief Guest, and distributed trophy and prizes to the winner and runner ups. In the final match Noor Zaman from Pakistan defeated Nasir Iqbal from Pakistan with a game score of 3-0 to claim the title. Both players displayed exceptional skills and sportsmanship, making the contest a memorable one for fans and participants alike. Speaking at the closing ceremony, the Chief Guest, extended heartiest congratulations to both international and domestic players for their remarkable performances throughout the championship. He said, “This tournament has been a testament to the talent, dedication, and passion for squash, not only from our Pakistani players but also from our international participants. Pakistan Air Force remains committed to nurturing and promoting squash at all levels, ensuring that Pakistan reclaims its legacy in squash. I urge our youth to follow in the footsteps of these athletes and pursue excellence.” Pakistan Air Force, under the leadership of Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force has been instrumental in promoting squash, providing opportunities for young talent to thrive. Through consistent support and dedication, PAF is committed to reviving Pakistan’s legacy in squash, encouraging youth to excel both nationally and internationally. The CAS Serena Hotels International Squash Championship 2024 has been a resounding success, uniting players and fans in their passion for squash while showcasing Pakistan’s capability to host world-class sporting events.

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The year 2024 has been one of uncertainty. The world has endured several surprise wars, a jittery economy, and an indecisive Federal Reserve. Headlines wavered between impending doom and potential boon. Our two presidential candidates espoused divergent visions of our country’s future. Even fundamental economic principles, such as the relationship between growth and inflation, were called into question. The year also brought some good news — at least for investors. As of Dec. 10, the S&P 500 was up over 28 percent in 2024. Meanwhile, the tech-heavy NASDAQ grew 33 percent and the Dow Jones gained 17 percent for the year. While investor rationale is up for debate, the bottom line is simple. Investors who remained disciplined were rewarded handsomely. Those who avoided markets missed out. Investors should apply similar discipline this tax season. My recent election article explains that it is difficult to predict future legislative changes. Fortunately, there are various tried-and-true tax planning tips available in any environment. Some are even tailored specifically for today’s political climate. The following six tax planning strategies are worth discussing with a financial advisor, accountant, and/or attorney. Note that certain strategies are complex and require personalized guidance. Tax-loss harvesting Tax-loss harvesting is an age-old tax management strategy for investors. The practice involves selling losing investments in taxable accounts, booking the losses, and purchasing replacement securities.[1] The losses can offset capital gains and/or up to $3,000 in ordinary income each year. Losses are hard to come by in stock portfolios this year. However, investors may still have unrealized losses in their bond portfolios following the Fed’s rapid interest rate campaign. Investors should review their taxable accounts for any unrealized losses before year-end. Optimize asset location The first step in portfolio design is asset allocation. This is where the investor selects a desired balance between stocks, bonds, cash and other investments. The final mix determines the risk and return profile for a given portfolio. The next step is asset location. This involves positioning assets where they receive the most favorable tax treatment. Different investments trigger different tax events: bonds generate regular interest, stocks pay periodic dividends, REITs distribute recurring income, and mutual funds make annual capital gains distributions. Each event’s tax treatment depends on the type of account holding the asset. Investors should coordinate their holdings with the appropriate account type. It is generally prudent to hold high-tax assets, such as REITs and certain bonds, in IRAs and 401(k)s. Investors can then concentrate tax-efficient assets, like municipal bonds and certain growth stocks, in their taxable accounts. Tax-advantaged accounts One of the easiest tax-planning strategies is to optimize tax-advantaged accounts. These include 401(k)s, IRAs, HSAs, and others. Readers should first confirm whether they are utilizing their company benefit plans. This can be accomplished with a simple trip to their HR departments. Benefits packages change every year, and many forgo important tax savings opportunities without realizing it. Readers should also maximize their contributions to these accounts wherever possible. See BaldwinClarke’s 2024 Tax Overview for the current contribution limits and income thresholds. Evaluate Roth conversions Roth conversions are a common long-term tax planning strategy. The process involves transferring funds from a tax-deferred retirement account, such as a Traditional IRA or 401(k) Plan, to a Roth IRA. Individuals owe income taxes on any amounts converted. However, future withdrawals from the Roth IRA are tax-free if certain conditions are met.[2] The chief advantage is flexibility. Someone with major one-time spending goals, such as a vacation home or a new car, can access large sums of money tax-free from a Roth IRA in retirement. Withdrawals from a Traditional IRA or 401(k) Plan are otherwise fully taxable. Roth conversions can also result in real tax savings. Our progressive tax system means that high earners pay higher tax rates than low earners. Using the previous example, an individual funding large expenses from a Traditional IRA or 401(k) plan risks temporarily spiking his or her tax bracket. This problem can be mitigated or avoided entirely with Roth conversions. A growing national deficit makes Roth conversions even more compelling. Many speculate that tax rates will rise in the future to cover our nation’s growing deficit. Those that pay their taxes now may benefit from today’s historically low tax rates. Charitable contributions Charitable contributions can be deducted against your taxable income for the current year. These deductions are particularly beneficial for high earners. Charitable deduction limits depend upon the charity classification, gift type, and income level for the taxpayer. Public charities, such as churches and schools, allow a taxpayer to deduct up to 50 percent of their adjusted gross income (AGI) for the current year. The limit rises to 60 percent of AGI if the taxpayer donates liquid cash to the charity. The limits are lower for private charities, such as foundations and fraternal orders. Unused deductions can generally be carried forward for up to five years. An experienced advisor can optimize charitable gifting strategies by evaluating both the type of charity and the timing of the contribution. As mentioned, certain charity types provide enhanced tax benefits. Similarly, certain life stages offer greater savings opportunities, such as years when a taxpayer’s income is unusually high. Estate tax mitigation Federal laws currently allow individuals to transfer up to $13.61 million to heirs without estate taxes. This exemption doubles to $27.22 million for married couples.[3] Moreover, individuals can give up to $18,000 per beneficiary annually without gift taxes. These laws create a very favorable estate planning environment for proactive people. The current estate tax exemption is both historically high and subject to change. Heirs can thank the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 for enacting these limits. However, this bill’s provisions are set to expire on Dec. 31, 2025. Before this date, Congress will decide whether to extend the exemption, make it permanent, or impose new limits entirely. The exemption will fall to the previous limit of $5.6 million per individual if no action is taken. Fortunately, the annual gift tax exclusion is not expected to change anytime soon. A simple strategy involves making outright lifetime gifts of cash, property, and other assets to heirs. This option is attractive for anybody with disposable assets, dependent family members, and/or long-term bequest goals. It is also likely to survive potential tax reform. Complex strategies leverage the estate tax exemption using irrevocable trusts. The full scope of these techniques falls beyond the purpose of this article. Readers are encouraged to contact their advisor or attorney for individualized guidance. Philanthropic individuals might also consider certain charitable transfer strategies to further shelter assets from estate taxes. Proactive, not reactive Concerns over potential tax changes are nothing new. In fact, it was only three years ago that the newly elected Biden administration announced plans to raise capital gains taxes for high earners. The proposal stalled in Washington and ultimately failed. Taxpayers who sold assets preemptively faced regret. Readers should act on knowns rather than unknowns. Potential tax changes rely on a host of factors beyond any taxpayer’s control. It is critical to remain discerning and pragmatic in today’s inflammatory political environment. Bryce Schuler is a certified financial planner at BaldwinClarke in Bedford. He and his team specialize in serving successful families, business owners, and organizations throughout New England. [1] Investors may replace the losing investments with similar, but not identical, investments to maintain the desired portfolio allocation. This step is crucial to avoid violating the IRS’s “wash-sale” rule. [2] Roth withdrawals must meet certain conditions to be fully tax-free. The Roth account typically must be open and funded for at least five years. In addition, the account holder must be age 59.5 or older at the time of the distribution or meet certain exceptions (e.g., death, disability, first-time home purchase). [3] The estate and gift tax exemptions referenced in this article reflect 2024 rules.CROWN ROYAL JOINS FORCES WITH NATE SMITH AND SCOTTY HASTING TO SUPPORT VETERANS AS THE AWARD-WINNING WHISKY DONATES $50,000 TO CREATIVETS ON COUNTRY MUSIC'S BIGGEST NIGHTSportscaster Greg Gumbel dies from cancer at age 78

On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. For more On Football analysis, head here . Saquon Barkley has become the Shohei Ohtani of the NFL. There’s no better home run hitter playing football right now. Barkley had touchdown runs of 72 and 70 yards for the Philadelphia Eagles in a 37-20 victory over the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday night. He now has five runs of 50-plus yards this season and is on pace to break Eric Dickerson’s single-season record of 2,105 yards set in 1984. Barkley’s historic performance against the Rams — his 255 yards set a team record — captivated a national audience and turned him into a fan favorite for the AP NFL MVP award. He’s not the betting favorite, however. Josh Allen has the best odds at plus-150, according to Bet MGM Sportsbook. Two-time MVP Lamar Jackson is next at plus-250 followed by Barkley at plus-400. Running backs have won the award 18 times, including three-time winner Jim Brown, who was the AP’s first NFL MVP in 1957. Quarterbacks have dominated the award, winning it 45 times. Only three players who weren’t QBs or RBs have been MVP. It takes a special season for a non-QB to win it mainly because the offense goes through the signal caller. Quarterbacks handle the ball every offensive snap, run the show and get the credit when things go well and the blame when it doesn’t. Adrian Peterson was the most recent non-QB to win it when he ran for 2,097 yards and 12 touchdowns for the Minnesota Vikings in 2012. Playing for a winning team matters, too. Nine of the past 11 winners played for a No. 1 seed with the other two winners on a No. 2 seed. The Vikings earned the sixth seed when Pederson was MVP. Barkley is a major reason why the Eagles (9-2) are leading the NFC East and only trail Detroit (10-1) by one game for the top spot in the conference. Does he have a realistic chance to win the MVP award? Kicker Mark Moseley was the MVP in the strike-shortened 1982 season when he made 20 of 21 field goals and 16 of 19 extra points in nine games for Washington. If voters once selected a kicker, everyone has a chance, especially a game-changer such as Barkley. Defensive tackle Alan Page was the MVP in 1971 and linebacker Lawrence Taylor won it in 1986. Story continues below video Running back Christian McCaffrey finished third in voting last year and wide receiver Justin Jefferson placed fifth in 2022. The Offensive Player of the Year award and Defensive Player of the Year award recognize the best all-around players on both sides of the ball, allowing voters to recognize non-QBs if they choose. Wide receivers and running backs have won the AP OPOY award seven times over the past 11 seasons. McCaffrey was the 2023 winner. The AP’s new voting format introduced in 2022 also gives non-QBs a better opportunity to get MVP recognition. Voter submit their top five picks for each award, with a weighted point system. Previously, voters made one choice for each award. A nationwide panel of 50 media members who regularly cover the league vote for MVP and seven other awards. The awards are based on regular-season performance. The Chiefs (10-1) and Bills (9-2) already are in position to lock up postseason berths right after Thanksgiving. Kansas City clinches a playoff berth with a win over Las Vegas on Black Friday and a loss by Miami on Thursday night, or a win plus a loss by Denver on Monday night. Buffalo can wrap up a fifth straight AFC East title with a victory over San Francisco on Sunday and a loss by the Dolphins. It’s not a given that the Dallas Cowboys will be looking for a new head coach after this season. Owner Jerry Jones said Tuesday on local radio that Mike McCarthy could end up getting a contract extension. “I don’t think that’s crazy at all. This is a Super Bowl-winning coach. Mike McCarthy has been there and done that. He has great ideas. We got a lot of football left,” Jones said. McCarthy led the Cowboys (4-7) to three straight 12-win seasons, but they went 1-3 in the playoffs and haven’t reached the NFC championship game since winning the Super Bowl 29 years ago. Injuries have contributed to the team’s struggles this season, but Dallas was just 3-5 before Dak Prescott was lost for the rest of the season. The Cowboys upset Washington last week and their next four games are against teams that currently have losing records. If they somehow end up 9-8 or even 8-9, Jones could make a case for keeping McCarthy. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nflBy Rathindra Kuruwita The notion that only a select group of Sri Lankan leaders were capable of effectively engaging with the international community has been shattered by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s recent visit to India, Ramindu Perera, a senior lecturer at the Open University Law Faculty and member of the Federation of University Teachers Association (FUTA) said. Speaking to The Island yesterday (27), Perera said the President’s successful visit is a positive development not only for the National People’s Power (NPP) but also for other political leaders outside the traditional elite. “The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP), the principal constituent of the NPP, had an antagonistic relationship with India in the 1980s, and there was significant curiosity about how the NPP would engage with India,” Perera said. “It is now evident that states prioritise their national interests over historical tensions.” Perera mentioned that India was currently navigating diplomatic challenges in the region, with strained relations with the Maldives, Bangladesh, and Nepal. “In this context, India also has strategic reasons to maintain a stable relationship with Sri Lanka. Ensuring that Sri Lanka does not act counter to its geopolitical objectives is crucial for India,” he said, adding that this pragmatic approach likely contributed to the openness in addressing longstanding issues, such as the fishermen’s dispute, during the visit. A key focus of President Dissanayake’s discussions was securing India’s backing for Sri Lanka’s bid to join BRICS. Sri Lanka formally initiated its application to join the bloc and the New Development Bank in October 2024. “Although BRICS has temporarily halted the admission of new members, India has pledged to support Sri Lanka’s membership once the process resumes. India’s influence on international opinion is significant, and this commitment is a diplomatic win for Sri Lanka,” Perera said. Commenting on the joint statement issued following the visit, Perera noted the absence of any specific mention of the 13th Amendment to Sri Lanka’s Constitution, which has historically been a focal point in Indo-Lanka relations. “Prime Minister Narendra Modi refrained from raising the matter during this visit, as he did during President Dissanayake’s earlier visit this year. This signals a shift in India’s approach, partly because the NPP has secured the support of Tamil voters, unlike previous governments,” he said. Perera cautioned that while India is an important partner, Sri Lanka must remain vigilant in safeguarding its national interests. “India’s priority is, understandably, its own national agenda. For example, many of India’s proposals for physical connectivity with Sri Lanka are still under ‘consideration.’ Reading between the lines, it seems the government’s strategy is to delay commitments to proposals that could be unfavourable to Sri Lanka,” he said.

President-elect Donald Trump said Tuesday that he would nominate former Fox News personality Kimberly Guilfoyle and his longtime billionaire friend Tom Barrack to serve as ambassadors to Greece and Turkey respectively. Trump made the announcements in a pair of social media posts. "For three decades, Tom successfully managed a global private equity firm," Trump wrote of Barrack on Truth Social. "He is a well respected and experienced voice of reason to a wide range of thought leaders in both political and business circles." Barrack, who founded the private equity firm Colony Capital and chaired Trump's 2017 inaugural committee, was acquitted in 2022 of charges that he acted as an unregistered foreign agent for the United Arab Emirates during the Trump administration and then made false statements to the FBI. In a separate post announcing his selection of Guilfoyle for ambassador to Greece, Trump referred to Guilfoyle, who announced in 2022 that she was engaged to his son, Donald Trump Jr., as a yearslong “close friend and ally.” "Kimberly is perfectly suited to foster strong bilateral relations with Greece, advancing our interests on issues ranging from defense cooperation to trade and economic innovation," Trump wrote . Both positions require Senate confirmation. Guilfoyle said Tuesday that she looked forward to securing that support. "As ambassador, I look forward to delivering on the Trump agenda, supporting our Greek allies, and ushering in a new era of peace and prosperity," Guilfoyle wrote in a post on X . Last month, Trump nominated Charles Kushner, the father of his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, to serve as ambassador to France in his incoming administration. He also named Massad Boulous, whose son is married to Trump's younger daughter, Tiffany Trump, as a senior adviser on Arab and Middle Eastern affairs. This story first appeared on NBCNews.com. More from NBC News:Free-speech advocates have raised concerns about a U.S. law targeting TikTok, likening it to censorship practices used by authoritarian regimes. This sentiment was conveyed in a brief submitted to the Supreme Court by groups like PEN America, pushing for the annulment of the controversial law. The advocates argue the legislation unlawfully infringes upon the First Amendment by restricting Americans' access to foreign media. They compare it to historical censorship by Soviet and Chinese authorities, who limited Western broadcasts and media access. Despite this, the U.S. Justice Department maintains that TikTok, owned by China's ByteDance, poses a national security threat due to its data access, a claim backed by courts aiming to protect American interests from foreign adversaries. (With inputs from agencies.)

Joe Spagnolo: Liberals’ war of the roses must endRaipur: Former Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel, Opposition Leader Dr. Charan Das Mahant, State Congress President Deepak Baij, former Deputy Chief Minister T.S. Singh Deo, and other Congress leaders have expressed their deep sorrow over the passing of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, who died in New Delhi on Thursday night. In his message, former Chief Minister Baghel said that he got the sad news of the death of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh. Dr Manmohan Singh was the finance minister of the country for five years and prime minister till 10 years. He had taken various economic reforms. RTI and other laws were implemented in the country during his tenure, said Baghel. Former Chief Minister Baghel said that he was closely associated with him and he used to take advice from him. Baghel wrote on his X, “We will give voice to your thoughts. We will give a start to your dream. I give so much assurance when you leave, we will give due consideration to your intentions. Goodbye “national worker” Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji”. महान राष्ट्रकर्मी को अंतिम प्रणाम.🙏🏻 आपकी कमी कभी पूरी नहीं हो सकेगी. आज दिल्ली में पूर्व प्रधानमंत्री डॉ मनमोहन सिंह जी के अंतिम दर्शन कर उन्हें पुष्पांजलि अर्पित की. इस दौरान उनकी धर्मपत्नी जी के साथ दुःख बाँटा. ईश्वर यह दुःख सहने की सभी को शक्ति दे. pic.twitter.com/E5mxHl4yXg बात 1994-95 की है. मैं पहली बार विधायक बना था. मेरे विधानसभा क्षेत्र में एक स्टील फ़ाउंड्री का मामला मज़दूरों के ज़रिये मेरे पास आया. वह अविभाजित मध्य प्रदेश की दूसरी बड़ी फ़ाउंड्री थी और आर्थिक संकट में थी. मामला कुछ ऐसा था कि सिर्फ़ केंद्र सरकार ही कुछ कर सकती थी. मैंने दुर्ग... pic.twitter.com/tIuJj9DxH8 भारत के पूर्व प्रधानमंत्री डॉक्टर मनमोहन सिंह जी के निधन पर शोक व्यक्त करता हूँ। वे एक महान नेता, एक अनुभवी अर्थशास्त्री और एक सच्चे देशभक्त थे। उनका निधन देश के लिए एक अपूरणीय क्षति है। उनके परिवार, मित्रों और समर्थकों के प्रति अपनी गहरी संवेदना व्यक्त करते है और प्रार्थना करते... pic.twitter.com/8glKHrt6mf Dr Charan Das Mahant wrote on his X, “I express my condolences on the demise of former Prime Minister of India Dr Manmohan Singh. He was a great leader, an experienced economist and a true patriot. His demise is an irreparable loss for the country. Express my deepest condolences to his family, friends and supporters and pray that God rests his soul and gives strength and courage to his family at this sad time. The legacy of Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji will always remain in our hearts and we will try to serve the country by taking inspiration from his works. Om Shanti.” मनमोहन सिंह जी खुद कम बोलते थे, मगर उनका काम ऐसा बोलता था कि पूरा विश्व उनका हमेशा प्रशंसक रहेगा। अपनी आर्थिक नीतियों से उन्होंने भारत देश को एक नई ऊंचाई तक पहुंचा दिया। पूर्व प्रधानमंत्री मनमोहन सिंह जी का निधन देश और कांग्रेस पार्टी के लिए बहुत बड़ी क्षति है। ईश्वर से... pic.twitter.com/RusMSn2qe4 State Congress President Baij wrote on his X, “Manmohan Singh Ji himself spoke less, but his work spoke such that the whole world will always be his admirer. With his economic policies he took India to a new height. The demise of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is a big loss for the country and the Congress party. We pray to God to grant peace to the departed soul and give strength to the family to bear this unbearable loss. Om Shanti.” पूर्व प्रधानमंत्री डॉ मनमोहन सिंह जी के पार्थिव शरीर को अपनी विनम्र श्रद्धांजलि अर्पित की। एक महान नेता और अर्थशास्त्री के रूप में उन्होंने देश को अपना सर्वस्व समर्पित कर दिया। देश के अमीर व्यापारी से ले कर साधारण कर्मचारी तक उनका अमूल्य योगदान नहीं भूल पाएंगे। भारत आपको सदा याद... pic.twitter.com/x196jHOMaH Former Deputy Chief Minister Singhdeo wrote on his X, “Very sad news was received about the demise of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, an efficient administrator and a hero of economic reforms in India. The country will always remember Manmohan Singh Ji for taking India forward in the direction of globalization by getting it out of the economic crisis in 1991. The country will be indebted to Manmohan Singh Ji for his contribution in making India a nuclear super power. Your journey from an ordinary family to reaching the post of Prime Minister is a source of inspiration for everyone. Maintaining political correctness despite all the personal attacks was the biggest feature of your simple and gentle behaviour. The void left in Indian politics by your departure will never be filled. I express my condolences to the family of Dr. Manmohan Singh in this difficult time.”Inspired by Bukayo Saka, Arsenal scored five goals in a wild first half at West Ham before settling for a 5-2 win that lifted the team into second place in the English Premier League in its bid to chase down Liverpool. Saka was one of five different scorers for Arsenal at the Olympic Stadium on Saturday and also had a hand in three goals, by Gabriel, Leandro Trossard and Martin Odegaard. Kai Havertz netted the other goal for Arsenal in its biggest league victory this season. Since returning from the international break, Arsenal has beaten Nottingham Forest 3-0 in the Premier League, Sporting Lisbon 5-1 in the Champions League and put another five goals past West Ham. The prolific run has coincided with the return to fitness of Odegaard, Arsenal’s playmaker and captain who missed two months with an ankle injury. Arsenal trimmed the gap to Liverpool to six points ahead of the leader’s home match against beleaguered Manchester City on Sunday. Arsenal has been beaten to the title by City in each of the last two seasons but might be wanting Pep Guardiola‘s team to pull off a victory at Anfield. Saka, especially, is benefitting from Odegaard’s presence. The England winger already has 10 assists for the campaign — having played 12 of Arsenal’s 13 games — along with five goals. “I am taking a lot of pleasure from creating and scoring but the greatest pleasure is to win,” Saka said. “Let’s keep this form going. Definitely the last three games we have been back.” All of the goals in the match were in the first half. It’s just the fourth time since the Premier League began in 1992 that seven goals were scored in a game before halftime. A day after being hired as Leicester’s manager, Ruud van Nistelrooy witnessed at first-hand the scale of his task to keep the team in the Premier League. Leicester was beaten at Brentford 4-1 on Saturday, with Van Nistelrooy sitting in the stands rather than in the dugout. He officially takes over as coach on Sunday after arriving as the replacement for the fired Steve Cooper. Kevin Schade scored a hat trick and Yoane Wissa also netted for Brentford, which had to come from behind after Facunda Buonanotte’s 21st-minute opener. Van Nistelrooy, the former Manchester United and Real Madrid striker, will begin his first full-time managerial role in English soccer with Leicester in 16th place in the 20-team league and just one point above the relegation zone. “We just had the messages last night (from Van Nistelrooy) when the appointment was made,” said Leicester first-team coach Ben Dawson, who took charge of the team against Brentford. “He wished everyone good luck and the plan is to catch up tomorrow at the training ground.” Some history was made when Justin Kluivert converted a trio of penalties — in the third, 18th and 74th minutes — for Bournemouth in its 4-2 win at Wolverhampton. That had never been achieved before in a league game. Kluivert said it was “amazing” to go into the history books but he was almost denied the opportunity. “I was not completely sure I should allow him to take the third one,” Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola said. “It is difficult I suppose, every time you shoot the first one, you give information to the keeper.” Evanilson won each of the three penalties converted by Kluivert — and that was also a first in the Premier League. Newcastle lost Sweden striker Alexander Isak to a hip injury midway through the first half and then its lead in the fourth minute of stoppage time in a 1-1 draw at Crystal Palace. Daniel Munoz scored the late equalizer to lift Palace out of the bottom three on goal difference. “It’s an absolutely devastating blow for us,” Newcastle manager Eddie Howe said of giving up the late goal. On Isak, Howe added: “It was a contact injury and not a muscle pull, which is good news for us. We hope he will recover quickly.” Chris Wood smashed a penalty down the middle for his ninth goal of the season to earn Nottingham Forest a 1-0 win at home to Ipswich. Source: AP