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When the Chicago Bulls dealt Alex Caruso to the Oklahoma City Thunder in June, many fans scratched their heads. It was no secret that Bulls vice president of basketball operations Artūras Karnišovas was going to make some changes, but Caruso seemed like he’d made a new home in Chicago, a town that appreciates players who put their bodies on the line on a nightly basis. Caruso wasn’t just a fan favorite, but a two-time, All-Defensive Team player and a glue piece in the locker room. He was the 2023-24 winner of the NBA Hustle Award, which honors players whose contributions can’t always be seen in a box score — deflections, loose balls and charges among them. And with his adaptability and basketball IQ, Caruso easily could have fit into the new offensive scheme coach Billy Donovan was planning to employ and was also quite affordable at $10 million in the final year of his four-year, $37 million deal. But Karnišovas, who stood pat at the last three trade deadlines, made his first deal for a player since August 2021, sending Caruso to the Thunder for 21-year-old guard Josh Giddey. Caruso loved Chicago but understood the rationale. “That’s part of the business,” he said on opening night at the United Center in October. “When we don’t win, stuff has to change.” But did it have to be Caruso? Dealing popular athletes before their big payday has been a recurring theme of Chairman Jerry Reinsdorf’s two professional teams — the Bulls and the White Sox — and particularly so in 2024. Like Sox ace Garrett Crochet , Caruso was dealt before Reinsdorf had to reach deep into his pockets for an extension. Nothing personal. “Organizations win championships” wasn’t just a throwaway line by late general manager Jerry Krause. Reinsdorf’s teams typically operate as though the front office does the dirty work and the stars are interchangeable. Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso passes the ball by Chicago Bulls guard Coby White in the second half of the Bulls home opener at the United Center on Oct. 26, 2024. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune) Caruso’s defense has helped make a young and tough Thunder team even more dominant. With a 23-5 record, the best in the Western Conference and second overall to the Cleveland Cavaliers, a league-best defense and a brilliant coach in Mark Daigneault, the Thunder could be favorites to win their first NBA title in Oklahoma, and second in franchise history after the Seattle SuperSonics’ 1979 crown. As a reward for his contributions, Caruso last week was given a four-year, $81 million contract extension . Not bad for an undrafted player with a career average of 6.8 points per game. The Thunder used their Bird rights, which allows teams to go over the salary cap to sign their own free agents. The lucrative contract shows how much of a premium some organizations put on defense. The Bulls, who made defense a calling card during the Michael Jordan dynasty, are not one of those organizations. Coach Bill Donovan entered the 2024-25 season acknowledging there would be defensive “challenges” to overcome, and last month he conceded they still exist. “There were times last year like, ‘Oh my God, this is bad,’ and Caruso fixes it,” Donovan said. “We don’t have that.” Monday night’s 112-91 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks at the United Center was also one of those times when Bulls fans said: “Oh my God, this is bad.” But there was no Caruso to fix it, as the Bucks hit 41.9 % of their 3s (18-of-43) to the Bulls’ 20.8% (10-of-48). The loudest moment was the traditional cartoon race on the video board between the donut, bagel and the cup of coffee. Comcast subscribers felt fortunate not to have the Chicago Sports Network, avoiding the ability to witness the carnage. Photos: Milwaukee Bucks 112, Chicago Bulls 91 It might be too early to call the Caruso-Giddey trade one-sided, but it’s obvious the Bulls have lost some intangibles since Caruso’s departure. Giddey , who sat again Monday with a right ankle sprain, is in the final year of his four-year, $27 million rookie contract with OKC. The Bulls declined to extend him before the October deadline, making Giddey a restricted free agent after the season. Reports have said he was seeking a deal averaging $30 million, which seems like an overreach considering his defensive liabilities and below-average 3-point shooting. But who knows? The Bulls will be able to match any contract offer, and perhaps someone else sees potential in a 22-year-old still learning. Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey chases Charlotte Hornets guard Isaiah Wong in the third quarter at the United Center on Dec. 13, 2024. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune) Donovan said Monday that Giddey was “starting to impact the team in a positive way” before the ankle injury, but still needs to learn to finish. He’s been on the bench at the end of most close games. “I definitely think without question he can be an important piece to us,” Donovan said. “I love the fact, the way he rebounds the basketball, at his size, (how) he can start the break. I think he’s recognizing now a lot of times with his size when he gets in the lane, his finishing has not been great, and there have been opportunities for him to spray the ball out ... “But I do think when you’re a guy with his skill set and strength and ability to pass the ball, coming into a new situation entirely, it does take time for players to adjust to him, for him to adjust to players.” Giddey’s ability to run a faster-paced offense makes him an important part of the Bulls’ attack, and there’s no debating they have to win high-scoring games to win. They averaged 117 points per game, but have been held below 100 points the last two games against the Boston Celtics and Bucks, with Giddey unavailable. Related Articles Chicago Bulls | Photos: Milwaukee Bucks 112, Chicago Bulls 91 Chicago Bulls | Column: Will the Chicago Bulls tank or go for it? The next month of play should provide the answer. Chicago Bulls | Alex Caruso signs a multiyear extension with the Oklahoma City Thunder Chicago Bulls | Chicago Bulls have no answer for Jayson Tatum, whose 43-point triple-double leads the Boston Celtics to a 123-98 win Chicago Bulls | Matas Buzelis set a high bar for his 1st Chicago Bulls season: Win as many games as possible. Then win Rookie of the Year. Coby White guessed the Bulls had as many as 35 wide-open 3s on Monday, but they hit only 10, an effort that was difficult to watch. Donovan told them to keep shooting 3s instead of going inside against the Bucks’ rim protectors, and Zach LaVine said the “live and die” by the 3 ethos didn’t work, and they “keeled over.” White is in one of the worst shooting slumps of his career. He hasn’t lost his confidence but acknowledged his shot isn’t falling. Over his last nine games, he’s shooting 34% and only 28% on his 3-point attempts. “I get cold, but I don’t ever get cold like this for as many games as it’s been,” he said. “I’ve had two or three or four and then I get back into rhythm. I’m a career 38-39% 3-point shooter, so it will all even back out.”’ The Bulls are 13-17 but looked worse in the last two games. Maybe they’re hitting the wall, or it could be just a blip. “I know y’all didn’t have us there, 13-17,” White said. “A lot of people didn’t. But we believe in each other. Every guy in the locker room wants to win. There’s going to be ups and downs, but I think we’re in a good spot. 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Sydneysiders who want to live in a suburb along the Metro line for the convenient commute will have to pay top dollar to either rent or buy. The fast-rail system stretches from Sydenham to the CBD, lower north shore, Hills district and Tallawong, with a journey from North Sydney to Barangaroo in just three minutes. Castle Hill residents can get to Martin Place in 35 minutes. But convenience comes at a premium. Bella Vista residents can get to the CBD in 41 minutes, but face a median house price of $2,477,500, while a house will set renters back around $975 per week. Waterloo’s median unit price is $925,500, and median unit rent $935, for a commute of just six minutes to Martin Place. Rents are also high at $780 for a unit in Chatswood (11 minutes to Martin Place) and $720 for Castle Hill (35 minutes). Castle Hill house buyers would pay a median of $2,312,500. Ray White agent Peter Iann said the Metro had driven greater demand for Bella Vista and that he could not limit the buyer pool to one specific region of Sydney. “We are now seeing interest from all over Sydney,” he said. “There is not enough stock for the demand and sellers now have higher price expectations.” Geoffrey Clinton, senior lecturer in transport and logistics management at the University of Sydney Business School, said that while the Metro had a significant impact on social cohesion, it was just one piece of the puzzle. “Just building train lines alone is not going to create nirvana for Sydneysiders,” he said. “In the next five to ten years we will see mini CBDs pop up. People will be living in fairly small apartments, and they’ll be more likely to dine and go out, similar to what happens in other high-density areas like Singapore.” Sydneysiders who want to live along the Metro line in suburbs such as Bella Vista, pictured, will need to pay top dollar. Credit: Nick Moir Clinton said that while people wanted to live near public transport, pricing came down to the timing of developments. “If apartments are built ahead of demand, prices may be softer. But if they’re slow to be built, then prices will be higher.” He suggested the Metro and its surrounding high-rises are part of the solution to the housing crisis, but that we also need standalone houses and townhouses. “By opening up transport opportunities, it makes it easier to develop density around these areas.” Professor of civil engineering at the University of Technology Sydney, Buddhima Indraratna, said that while he would like to see young professionals living closer to the Metro, there was a lot of wishful thinking about how much the train line could improve housing affordability. “With the high cost of living, people are living further away from the CBD because they can’t afford it. Even a two-bedroom [CBD] apartment can cost up to $3 million,” he said. “Sydney is one of the most expensive cities in the world. We might not see the advantages of the Metro yet, but they will be there for the next generation.” Marriott Lane Crows Nest agent Stephen O’Sullivan said that while the Metro has enhanced the appeal of the suburb, it hasn’t changed the buyer pool. “There’s more appetite, but the buyers tend to be locals or downsizers from the upper north shore that are seeking convenience to the CBD,” he said. O’Sullivan said buyers are limited by price. However, the Metro allows for more choice when priced out of Crows Nest, as residents of nearby St Leonards and Wollstonecraft can walk to the station. O’Sullivan said we are yet to see an uptick in prices for Crows Nest since the introduction of the Metro, as there are few homes for sale and prices are high. An extension from Sydenham to Marrickville, Lakemba and Bankstown, will open in 2025, further connecting Sydney’s suburbs. BresicWhitney Lower North Shore agent Louise Barton said buyers from the eastern suburbs have moved to North Sydney in the past few months, but not because they’re priced out. “They’re just interested to explore North Sydney, and it makes a lot of sense as you’re just over the other side of the bridge,” she said. Barton said sellers are not driving up their prices due to the Metro. “Sellers remain realistic about the market. But given how the Metro has impacted other suburbs such as North Ryde, we’ve seen prices increase over time. Sellers are excited about what it means for them.” North Ryde’s median house price rose 10.9 per cent to $2,495,000 in the year to September on Domain data.Ryan Levert, the youngest child of O’Jays lead vocalist Eddie Levert, has died. She was 22. LeMicah Levert and Carlysia Levert, grandchildren of Eddie Levert, confirmed Ryan’s death this week on Instagram. They are the children of Gerald Levert, Eddie’s late first son. “Whenever you don’t answer the phone I knew something was wrong and now I’m going to have that feeling forever,” LeMicah captioned an Instagram tribute to his late aunt . “I love you @missryanlevert! I wasn’t prepared for this,” he added. Carlysia remembered Ryan by posting a photo of her aunt accompanied by purple heart and dove emojis to her Instagram story . Neither of the social media posts revealed further information about Ryan’s death, including a cause of death. According to her Instagram biography, Ryan had been battling lupus . A representative for Eddie Lavert, 82, did not immediately respond to The Times’ request for comment. Ryan died nearly 20 years after her older brother Gerald died in November 2006 of a heart attack. He was 40. Sean Levert, the O’Jays singer’s second son, died in April 2008 after falling ill while carrying out a jail sentence in Cleveland. He was 39. Ryan was born in March 2002 and is the daughter of Eddie and his wife Raquel. She often shared her personal life with followers on Instagram, posting pictures of sweet moments with her father and videos of memorable moments, including her 21st birthday celebration in 2023. In her final Instagram post, Ryan looked forward to 2024. “Happy 2024,” she captioned photos from a chic photo shoot, “praying for good health, more love, and more laughter.” ©2024 Los Angeles Times. Visit at latimes.com . Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.The Associated Press 7:53 JST, December 30, 2024 ATLANTA (AP) — Jimmy Carter, the peanut farmer who tried to restore virtue to the White House after the Watergate scandal and Vietnam War, then rebounded from a landslide defeat to become a global advocate of human rights and democracy, has died. He was 100 years old. The Carter Center said the 39th president died Sunday afternoon, more than a year after entering hospice care, at his home in Plains, Georgia, where he and his wife, Rosalynn, who died in November 2023, lived most of their lives. The center said he died peacefully, surrounded by his family. As reaction poured in from around the world, President Joe Biden mourned Carter’s death, saying the world lost an “extraordinary leader, statesman and humanitarian” and he lost a dear friend. Biden cited Carter’s compassion and moral clarity, his work to eradicate disease, forge peace, advance civil and human rights, promote free and fair elections, house the homeless and advocacy for the disadvantaged as an example for others. “To all of the young people in this nation and for anyone in search of what it means to live a life of purpose and meaning – the good life – study Jimmy Carter, a man of principle, faith, and humility,” Biden said in a statement. “He showed that we are a great nation because we are a good people – decent and honorable, courageous and compassionate, humble and strong.” Biden said he is ordering a state funeral for Carter in Washington. A moderate Democrat, Carter ran for president in 1976 as a little-known Georgia governor with a broad grin, effusive Baptist faith and technocratic plans for efficient government. His promise to never deceive the American people resonated after Richard Nixon’s disgrace and U.S. defeat in southeast Asia. “If I ever lie to you, if I ever make a misleading statement, don’t vote for me. I would not deserve to be your president,” Carter said. Carter’s victory over Republican Gerald Ford, whose fortunes fell after pardoning Nixon, came amid Cold War pressures, turbulent oil markets and social upheaval over race, women’s rights and America’s role in the world. His achievements included brokering Mideast peace by keeping Egyptian President Anwar Sadat and Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin at Camp David for 13 days in 1978. But his coalition splintered under double-digit inflation and the 444-day hostage crisis in Iran. His negotiations ultimately brought all the hostages home alive, but in a final insult, Iran didn’t release them until the inauguration of Ronald Reagan, who had trounced him in the 1980 election. Humbled and back home in Georgia, Carter said his faith demanded that he keep doing whatever he could, for as long as he could, to try to make a difference. He and Rosalynn co-founded The Carter Center in 1982 and spent the next 40 years traveling the world as peacemakers, human rights advocates and champions of democracy and public health. Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002, Carter helped ease nuclear tensions in North and South Korea, avert a U.S. invasion of Haiti and negotiate cease-fires in Bosnia and Sudan. By 2022, the center had monitored at least 113 elections around the world. Carter was determined to eradicate guinea worm infections as one of many health initiatives. Swinging hammers into their 90s, the Carters built homes with Habitat for Humanity. The common observation that he was better as an ex-president rankled Carter. His allies were pleased that he lived long enough to see biographers and historians revisit his presidency and declare it more impactful than many understood at the time. Propelled in 1976 by voters in Iowa and then across the South, Carter ran a no-frills campaign. Americans were captivated by the earnest engineer, and while an election-year Playboy interview drew snickers when he said he “had looked on many women with lust. I’ve committed adultery in my heart many times,” voters tired of political cynicism found it endearing. The first family set an informal tone in the White House, carrying their own luggage, trying to silence the Marine Band’s traditional “Hail to the Chief” and enrolling daughter, Amy, in public schools. Carter was lampooned for wearing a cardigan and urging Americans to turn down their thermostats. But Carter set the stage for an economic revival and sharply reduced America’s dependence on foreign oil by deregulating the energy industry along with airlines, trains and trucking. He established the departments of Energy and Education, appointed record numbers of women and nonwhites to federal posts, preserved millions of acres of Alaskan wilderness and pardoned most Vietnam draft evaders. Emphasizing human rights, he ended most support for military dictators and took on bribery by multinational corporations by signing the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. He persuaded the Senate to ratify the Panama Canal treaties and normalized relations with China, an outgrowth of Nixon’s outreach to Beijing. But crippling turns in foreign affairs took their toll. When OPEC hiked crude prices, making drivers line up for gasoline as inflation spiked to 11%, Carter tried to encourage Americans to overcome “a crisis of confidence.” Many voters lost confidence in Carter instead after the infamous address that media dubbed his “malaise” speech, even though he never used that word. After Carter reluctantly agreed to admit the exiled Shah of Iran to the U.S. for medical treatment, the American Embassy in Tehran was overrun in 1979. Negotiations to quickly free the hostages broke down, and then eight Americans died when a top-secret military rescue attempt failed. Carter also had to reverse course on the SALT II nuclear arms treaty after the Soviets invaded Afghanistan in 1979. Though historians would later credit Carter’s diplomatic efforts for hastening the end of the Cold war, Republicans labeled his soft power weak. Reagan’s “make America great again” appeals resonated, and he beat Carter in all but six states. Born Oct. 1, 1924, James Earl Carter Jr. married fellow Plains native Rosalynn Smith in 1946, the year he graduated from the Naval Academy. He brought his young family back to Plains after his father died, abandoning his Navy career, and they soon turned their ambitions to politics. Carter reached the state Senate in 1962. After rural white and Black voters elected him governor in 1970, he drew national attention by declaring that “the time for racial discrimination is over.” Carter published more than 30 books and remained influential as his center turned its democracy advocacy onto U.S. politics, monitoring an audit of Georgia’s 2020 presidential election results. After a 2015 cancer diagnosis, Carter said he felt “perfectly at ease with whatever comes.” “I’ve had a wonderful life,” he said. “I’ve had thousands of friends, I’ve had an exciting, adventurous and gratifying existence.”

Hyderabad: Startups are driving innovation, and Telangana is ready to support AI solutions that drive social impact, said Jayesh Ranjan, Special Chief Secretary (IT and Industries). Speaking at Woxsen University’s Future Tech Summit 2024 here on Tuesday, Ranjan, emphasized in his address that all conversations around AI must focus on practical use cases rather than hypotheses. He asked everyone to explore as many use cases as possible and work towards turning them into reality instead of leaving them as mere possibilities. “The Telangana government recently organized the Global AI Summit, with the theme: Making AI Work for Everyone. As it suggests, we must focus on using AI to benefit everyone. Telangana is uniquely positioned to explore and implement AI solutions, and we are happy to onboard the latest technologies that are relevant to the government, he said. If there are solutions that enhance agricultural productivity, reduce crop losses, improve healthcare in remote areas, or promote education in government schools, we will gladly adopt them,” he said. Highlighting the critical role of young innovators and startups and pointing out their importance in driving innovation, he said“Startups are contributing more than traditional institutions because they are agile and not bogged down by legacy. In Telangana, our strategic support to startups—providing data access, expert mentoring, and early-stage funding—has proven successful. We are open to collaborating with educational institutes, foreign universities, or institutions to create startup programs and offer support,” he added. Also Read: Relief to KCR, Harish Rao as Telangana HC suspends notices Dr. Raul Villamarin Rodriguez, Vice President of Woxsen University, said, “The Future Tech Summit 2024 has inspired incredible innovation, gathering bright minds to explore the immense possibilities of AI. By encouraging collaboration between academia, industry, and government, we are empowering the next generation of leaders build a future shaped by technology and human-centered solutions” Speakers at the event addressed the potential of AI to enhance longevity and improve the quality of life, as well as the prospects of superintelligence in shaping the future of humanity. The importance of AI for social good was emphasized, with discussions focusing on entrepreneurial innovation and how to navigate a disruption-filled world. Another key highlight was the exploration of medical robotics, which is driving global innovation and shaping the future of healthcare. The role of AI in aviation safety and mitigating bird strike risks was also discussed, along with the integration of energy-efficient AI technologies and their contribution to sustainability in the digital era, the speakers added. Additionally, the summit featured in-depth discussions on smart healthcare, with a focus on predictive and preventive care powered by AI and the Internet of Things (IoT). A session on predicting stock returns using sentiment analysis and soft computing techniques demonstrated the diverse applications of AI across various industries. Education was another key theme, with speakers examining the revolutionization of learning through AI and automation, ensuring that future generations are equipped for a disruption-ready world. The summit also highlighted the growing importance of sustainable business practices as a driving force for future progress. The event also marked the launch of AIRC Magazine and the inauguration of the AI & BA Club, both designed to foster collaboration and innovation in the fields of AI and business analytics.WASHINGTON — American Airlines briefly grounded flights nationwide Tuesday because of a technical problem just as the Christmas travel season kicked into overdrive and winter weather threatened more potential problems for those planning to fly or drive. Government regulators cleared American flights to get airborne about an hour after the Federal Aviation Administration ordered a national ground stop for the airline. The order, which prevented planes from taking off, was issued at the airline's request. The airline said in an email that the problem was caused by trouble with vendor technology that maintains its flight operating system. An American Airlines employee wearing looks toward quiet check-in counters Tuesday in the American terminal at Miami International Airport in Miami. Dennis Tajer, a spokesperson for the Allied Pilots Association, a union representing American Airlines pilots, said the airline told pilots at 7 a.m. Eastern that there was an outage affecting the system known as FOS. It handles different types of airline operations, including dispatch, flight planning, passenger boarding, as well as an airplane's weight and balance data, he said. Some components of FOS have gone down in the past, but a systemwide outage is rare, Tajer said. Flights were delayed across American's major hubs, with only 37% leaving on time, according to Cirium, an aviation analytics company. Out of the 3,901 domestic and international American Airlines flights scheduled for Tuesday, 19 were canceled. Cirium noted that the vast majority of flights departed within two hours of their scheduled departure time. A similar percentage — 36% — arrived at their destinations as scheduled. Meanwhile, the flight-tracking site FlightAware reported that 3,712 flights entering or leaving the U.S., or serving domestic destinations, were delayed Tuesday, with 55 flights canceled. It did not show any flights from American Airlines. Cirium said Dallas-Fort Worth, New York's Kennedy Airport and Charlotte, North Carolina, saw the greatest number of delays. Washington, Chicago and Miami experienced considerably fewer delays. Amid the travel problems, significant rain and snow were expected in the Pacific Northwest at least into Christmas Day. Showers and thunderstorms developed in the South. Freezing rain was reported in the Mid-Atlantic region near Baltimore and Washington, and snow fell in New York. Because the holiday travel period lasts weeks, airports and airlines typically have smaller peak days than they do during the rush around Thanksgiving, but the grind of one hectic day followed by another takes a toll on flight crews. Any hiccups — a winter storm or a computer outage — can snowball into massive disruptions. That is how Southwest Airlines stranded 2 million travelers in December 2022, and Delta Air Lines suffered a smaller but significant meltdown after a worldwide technology outage in July caused by a faulty software update from cybersecurity company CrowdStrike. Many flights during the holidays are sold out, which makes cancellations even more disruptive than during slower periods. That is especially true for smaller budget airlines that have fewer flights and fewer options for rebooking passengers. Only the largest airlines, including American, Delta and United, have "interline agreements" that let them put stranded customers on another carrier's flights. An American Airlines employee wearing a Santa Claus hat walks through the American terminal Tuesday at Miami International Airport in Miami. This will be the first holiday season since a Transportation Department rule took effect that requires airlines to give customers an automatic cash refund for a canceled or significantly delayed flight. Most air travelers were already eligible for refunds, but they often had to request them. Passengers still can ask to get rebooked, which is often a better option than a refund during peak travel periods. Finding a last-minute flight on another airline tends to be expensive. An American spokesperson said Tuesday was not a peak travel day for the airline — with about 2,000 fewer flights than the busiest days — so the airline had somewhat of a buffer to manage the delays. The groundings happened as millions of travelers were expected to fly over the next 10 days. The Transportation Security Administration expects to screen 40 million passengers through Jan. 2. Airlines expect to have their busiest days on Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Many flights during the holidays are sold out, which makes cancellations more disruptive than during slower periods. Even with just a brief outage, the cancellations have a cascading effect that can take days to clear up. About 90% of Americans traveling far from home over the holidays will be in cars, according to AAA. "Airline travel is just really high right now, but most people do drive to their destinations, and that is true for every holiday," AAA spokesperson Aixa Diaz said. Gasoline prices are similar to last year. The nationwide average Thursday was $3.04 a gallon, down from $3.13 a year ago, according to AAA. Charging an electric vehicle averages just under 35 cents per per kilowatt hour, but varies by state. Transportation-data firm INRIX says travel times on the nation's highways could be up to 30% longer than normal over the holidays, with Sunday expected to see the heaviest traffic. "It's not the destination, it's the journey," said American essayist Ralph Waldo Emerson. Ralph clearly was not among the travellers on one of more than 350 cancelled or 1,400 delayed flights after a worldwide tech outage caused by an update to Crowdstrike's "Falcon Sensor" software in July of 2023. U.S. airlines carried nearly 863 million travellers in 2023, with Canadian carriers accounting for another 150 million, many of whom experienced lost luggage, flight delays, cancellations, or were bumped off their flights. It's unclear how many of them were compensated for these inconveniences. Suffice it to say, posting a crabby rant on social media might temporarily soothe anger, but it won't put wasted money back in pockets. Money.ca shares what to know in order to be compensated for the three most common air travel headaches. Bags elected to go on a vacay without you? Check off the following: If you expect a large payout, think again. Tariffs (air carrier contracts) limit the compensation amounts for "loss of, damage to, or the delay in delivery of baggage or other personal property." In the case of Air Canada, the maximum payout is $1,500 per passenger in the currency of the country where the baggage was processed. To raise that limit, purchase a Declaration of Higher Value for each leg of the trip. The charge is $0.50 for each $100, in which case the payout limit is $2,500. For Delta Air Lines, passengers are entitled to up to $3,800 in baggage compensation, though how much you'll receive depends on your flight. Delta will pay up to $2,080 for delayed, lost, and damaged baggage for international travellers, almost half of what U.S. domestic passengers can claim. If your flight is marked delayed for more than 30 minutes, approach the gate agent and politely request food and hotel vouchers to be used within the airport or nearby. Different air carriers and jurisdictions have their own compensation policies when flights are delayed or cancelled. For example, under European Union rules, passengers may receive up to 600 Euros, even when travelling on a non-EU carrier. Similarly, the DOT states that travellers are entitled to a refund "if the airline cancelled a flight, regardless of the reason, and the consumer chooses not to travel." However, US rules regarding delays are complicated. Some air carriers, such as Air Canada, do not guarantee their flight schedules. They're also not liable for cancellations or changes due to "force majeure" such as weather conditions or labour disruptions. If the delay is overnight, only out-of-town passengers will be offered hotel accommodation. Nevertheless, many airlines do offer some compensation for the inconvenience. If your flight is marked delayed for more than 30 minutes, approach the gate agent and politely request food and hotel vouchers to be used within the airport or nearby. In terms of cash compensation, what you'll get can differ significantly based on things like departure location, time, carrier, and ticket class. The DOT offers a helpful delay and cancellations dashboard designed to keep travellers informed about their compensation rights. The dashboard is particularly helpful because, as the DOT states on its website, "whether you are entitled to a refund depends on a lot of factors—such as the length of the delay, the length of the flight, and your particular circumstances." The Canadian Transportation Agency is proposing air passenger protection regulations that guarantee financial compensation to travellers experiencing flight delays and cancellations, with the level of compensation varying depending on the situation and how much control the air carrier had. The proposed regulations include the following: The airline is obligated to complete the passenger's itinerary. If the new ticket is for a lower class of service, the air carrier would have to refund the cost difference; if the booking is in a higher class of service, passengers cannot be charged extra. If the passenger declines the ticket, the airline must give a full refund, in addition to the prescribed compensation. For overnight delays, the air carrier needs to provide hotel accommodation and transportation free-of-charge. Again, if you are unsatisfied, the Canadian Transportation Agency or Department of Transportation may advocate on your behalf. Passengers get bumped because airlines overbook. When this happens, the air carrier must compensate you. For international flights in the US, the rate is 200% of your one-way fare to your final destination, with a $675 maximum. If the airline does not make travel arrangements for you, the payout is 400% of your one-way fare to a maximum of $1,350. To qualify, you must check-in by the stated deadline, which on international flights can be up to 3 hours ahead. Keep in mind that if you accept the cash, you are no longer entitled to any further compensation, nor are you guaranteed to be rebooked on a direct flight or similar type of seat. Don't be too quick to give up your boarding pass. Negotiate for the best compensation deal that would include cash, food and hotel vouchers, flight upgrade, lounge passes, as well as mileage points. But avoid being too greedy—if the gate attendant is requesting volunteers and you wait too long, you'll miss the offer. According to Air Canada's tariff, if a passenger is involuntarily bumped, they'll receive $200, in cash or bank draft, for up to a two-hour delay; $400 for a 2-6 hours delay; and $800 if the delay is over six hours. (Air Canada was forced to raise its payouts in 2013 due to passenger complaints.) The new rules would raise the payout significantly: $900 for up to six hours; $1,800 for 6-9; and $2,400 for more than nine hours, all to be paid within 48 hours. Statistically speaking, Delta Airlines is the carrier most likely to bump. A few years ago, Delta raised its payout maximum to $9,950, while United Airlines tops out at $10,000. This story was produced by Money.ca and reviewed and distributed by Stacker. Get local news delivered to your inbox!ISRO to launch two satellites tonight