China: Excavator Plunges Into River as Stone Bridge Collapses During Demolition

An excavator and its operator plunged into a river after a stone arch bridge collapsed during demolition in Dashan Village, Zhaoqing, Guangdong, on January 18, 2026. Video shows the bridge giving way as the machine tipped forward and fell into the water, leaving the excavator submerged while onlookers watched, with no immediate update on the operator’s condition.

US: Arctic Air Mass Brings Significant Lake-Effect Snow to Michigan

An Arctic air mass moved into Michigan on Wednesday, January 28, and lingered over the region, creating significant lake-effect snow. The freezing surge brought heavy snowfall across various parts of the state.

US: Snow Squall Warnings Issued Across Ohio, Triggering Dangerous Travel Conditions 3

The National Weather Service issued multiple snow squall warnings for parts of Ohio on Tuesday, January 27, as intense bursts of snow and high winds created dangerous travel conditions. These fast-moving squalls produced heavy snowfall and wind gusts exceeding 35 mph, resulting in near-zero visibility across several counties. Video captures a plane landing at a snow-blanketed John Glenn Columbus International Airport.

US: Snow Squall Warnings Issued Across Ohio, Triggering Dangerous Travel Conditions 2

The National Weather Service issued multiple snow squall warnings for parts of Ohio on Tuesday, January 27, as intense bursts of snow and high winds created dangerous travel conditions. These fast-moving squalls produced heavy snowfall and wind gusts exceeding 35 mph, resulting in near-zero visibility across several counties.

Canada: Snow Squalls and Cold Weather Continue to Batter Southern Ontario

Environment Canada issued snow squall and cold warnings on Tuesday, January 27, as the chilly weather continued to batter the region, including the Greater Toronto Area.

US: Snow Squall Warnings Issued Across Ohio, Triggering Dangerous Travel Conditions

The National Weather Service issued multiple snow squall warnings for parts of Ohio on Tuesday, January 27, as intense bursts of snow and high winds created dangerous travel conditions. These fast-moving squalls produced heavy snowfall and wind gusts exceeding 35 mph, resulting in near-zero visibility across several counties.

Japan: Cold Front Stalls Over Hokkaido Bringing More Than One Meter Snow to Sapporo 2

A cold front stalled over Hokkaido on Sunday, January 25, leaving more than one meter of snow on the ground in Sapporo — the highest January total recorded in the city in decades. The persistent storm heavily disrupted transportation, leaving thousands stranded at New Chitose Airport.

Japan: Cold Front Stalls Over Hokkaido Bringing More Than One Meter Snow to Sapporo

A cold front stalled over Hokkaido on Sunday, January 25, leaving more than one meter of snow on the ground in Sapporo — the highest January total recorded in the city in decades. The persistent storm heavily disrupted transportation, leaving thousands stranded at New Chitose Airport.

Multivehicle crash in Tokyo

Multivehicle crash in Tokyo

Photo taken on Jan. 22, 2026, shows the site of a multivehicle accident that occurred in central Tokyo's Akasaka district earlier in the day, leaving six men injured, including one in critical condition.

Multivehicle crash in Tokyo

Multivehicle crash in Tokyo

Photo taken on Jan. 22, 2026, shows the site of a multivehicle accident that occurred in central Tokyo's Akasaka district earlier in the day, leaving six men injured, including one in critical condition.

Multivehicle crash in Tokyo

Multivehicle crash in Tokyo

Photo taken on Jan. 22, 2026, shows the site of a multivehicle accident that occurred in central Tokyo's Akasaka district earlier in the day, leaving six men injured, including one in critical condition.

Multivehicle crash in Tokyo

Multivehicle crash in Tokyo

Photo taken on Jan. 22, 2026, shows the site of a multivehicle accident that occurred in central Tokyo's Akasaka district earlier in the day, leaving six men injured, including one in critical condition.

Multivehicle crash in Tokyo

Multivehicle crash in Tokyo

Photo taken on Jan. 22, 2026, shows the site of a multivehicle accident that occurred in central Tokyo's Akasaka district earlier in the day, leaving six men injured, including one in critical condition.

US: Snow Squall Warning and Travel Advisory Issued for Upstate New York

A snow squall warning was issued for parts of Upstate New York on Monday, January 19. A travel advisory also took effect for the western region as a winter storm was expected to impact the area.

Deadly Train Collision In Southern Spain

Deadly Train Collision In Southern Spain

People watch a televised news report on high-speed train derailment, at a restaurant in Madrid, Spain, on January 19, 2026. At least 21 people were confirmed dead and more than 70 others injured after two high-speed trains collided near the city of Cordoba in southern Spain on Sunday, authorities said. Thirty of the injured were in serious condition and hospitalized, Spain's Transport Minister Oscar Puente said Monday. Earlier media reports put the number at 25. Photo by Gustavo Valiente/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

China's Shenzhou-20 Return Capsule Touches Down on Earth

China's Shenzhou-20 Return Capsule Touches Down on Earth

The return capsule of the Shenzhou-20 spaceship is pictured at the Dongfeng landing site in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region on January 19, 2026. The return capsule of the Shenzhou-20 spaceship, carrying no astronauts, touched down at the Dongfeng landing site in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region at 9:34 a.m. Beijing Time) on Monday, according to the China Manned Space Agency CMSA). An on-site inspection confirmed that the exterior of the Shenzhou-20 return capsule was generally intact and the items inside were in good condition, the CMSA said, noting that the Shenzhou-20 spaceship's return mission was a complete success. Photo by Xinhua/Li Zhipeng/ABACAPRESS.COM

China's Shenzhou-20 Return Capsule Touches Down on Earth

China's Shenzhou-20 Return Capsule Touches Down on Earth

The return capsule of the Shenzhou-20 spaceship is pictured at the Dongfeng landing site in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region on January 19, 2026. The return capsule of the Shenzhou-20 spaceship, carrying no astronauts, touched down at the Dongfeng landing site in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region at 9:34 a.m. Beijing Time) on Monday, according to the China Manned Space Agency CMSA). An on-site inspection confirmed that the exterior of the Shenzhou-20 return capsule was generally intact and the items inside were in good condition, the CMSA said, noting that the Shenzhou-20 spaceship's return mission was a complete success. Photo by Xinhua/Li Zhipeng/ABACAPRESS.COM

China's Shenzhou-20 Return Capsule Touches Down on Earth

China's Shenzhou-20 Return Capsule Touches Down on Earth

The return capsule of the Shenzhou-20 spaceship is pictured at the Dongfeng landing site in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region on January 19, 2026. The return capsule of the Shenzhou-20 spaceship, carrying no astronauts, touched down at the Dongfeng landing site in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region at 9:34 a.m. Beijing Time) on Monday, according to the China Manned Space Agency CMSA). An on-site inspection confirmed that the exterior of the Shenzhou-20 return capsule was generally intact and the items inside were in good condition, the CMSA said, noting that the Shenzhou-20 spaceship's return mission was a complete success. Photo by Xinhua/Li Zhipeng/ABACAPRESS.COM

China's Shenzhou-20 Return Capsule Touches Down on Earth

China's Shenzhou-20 Return Capsule Touches Down on Earth

The return capsule of the Shenzhou-20 spaceship is pictured at the Dongfeng landing site in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region on January 19, 2026. The return capsule of the Shenzhou-20 spaceship, carrying no astronauts, touched down at the Dongfeng landing site in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region at 9:34 a.m. Beijing Time) on Monday, according to the China Manned Space Agency CMSA). An on-site inspection confirmed that the exterior of the Shenzhou-20 return capsule was generally intact and the items inside were in good condition, the CMSA said, noting that the Shenzhou-20 spaceship's return mission was a complete success. Photo by Xinhua/Li Zhipeng/ABACAPRESS.COM

US: Snow Squall Warnings Issued Across Nebraska

Snow squall warnings were issued throughout Nebraska on Friday, January 16, causing low visibility and falling snow with high winds.

US: Bright Streak Observed Over California as SpaceX Crew-11 Re-enters

A bright streak was observed across the night sky over Southern California early Thursday, January 15 as the SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule carrying four astronauts made its fiery re-entry before splashing down in the Pacific Ocean off San Diego. The capsule returned NASA astronauts Zena Cardman and Mike Fincke, along with Japan’s Kimiya Yui and Russian cosmonaut Oleg Platonov, ending the Crew-11 mission about a month early due to a non-emergency medical condition affecting one crew member. NASA said the astronaut was stable and brought back to Earth for further evaluation.

Japan: Heavy Snow Leaves 800 Passengers Stranded Overnight at New Chitose Airport 3

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility across the city. At New Chitose Airport, 126 flights were canceled and many were delayed. Around 800 passengers were stranded overnight due to the severe weather.

Japan: Heavy Snow Leaves 800 Passengers Stranded Overnight at New Chitose Airport 2

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility across the city. At New Chitose Airport, 126 flights were canceled and many were delayed. Around 800 passengers were stranded overnight due to the severe weather.

Japan: Heavy Snow Leaves 800 Passengers Stranded Overnight at New Chitose Airport

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility across the city. At New Chitose Airport, 126 flights were canceled and many were delayed. Around 800 passengers were stranded overnight due to the severe weather.

US: Fast-Moving Snow Bands Prompt Snow Squall Warnings in Pennsylvania

The National Weather Service issued Snow Squall Warnings for several counties in Pennsylvania on Sunday, January 11, as fast-moving snow bands create hazardous whiteout conditions and treacherous travel.

New Year Grand Sumo Tournament

New Year Grand Sumo Tournament

Yokozuna Deliberation Council members check the condition of sumo wrestlers in Tokyo on Jan. 5, 2026, ahead of the 15-day New Year Grand Sumo Tournament, which opens at the Ryogoku Kokugikan arena on Jan. 11. (Pool photo)

New Year Grand Sumo Tournament

New Year Grand Sumo Tournament

Yokozuna Onosato (R) competes in front of Yokozuna Deliberation Council members in Tokyo on Jan. 5, 2026. The council members checked each sumo wrestler's condition ahead of the 15-day New Year Grand Sumo Tournament opening at the Ryogoku Kokugikan arena on Jan. 11. (Pool photo)

New Year Grand Sumo Tournament

New Year Grand Sumo Tournament

Yokozuna Onosato (facing camera) competes in front of Yokozuna Deliberation Council members in Tokyo on Jan. 5, 2026. The council members checked each sumo wrestler's condition ahead of the 15-day New Year Grand Sumo Tournament opening at the Ryogoku Kokugikan arena on Jan. 11. (Pool photo)

Netherlands: Winter Weather Warning Across Country, Over 500 Flights Affected

A Code Yellow warning is in effect until Sunday, January 4, as heavy snow blankets the Netherlands. Fresh overnight snowfall has created treacherous driving conditions and widespread travel disruptions, including over 500 flight cancellations at Schiphol Airport.

US: Snow Squall Warnings Issued for Parts of Massachusetts on New Year’s Day

A snow squall warning and a winter weather advisory were in effect for parts of Massachusetts on New Year's Day, January 1.

US: Winter Storm Warning Issued for Upstate New York on New Year’s Eve

The National Weather Service issued a Winter Storm Warning for central and western New York on New Year's Eve, as lake-effect snow and strong winds battered the region.

US: Rare Thundersnow Strikes Maryland on New Year’s Day

A winter storm swept through Maryland on January 1, New Year's Day, bringing heavy snow and rare thundersnow accompanied by lightning.

Leuser's Grief Under Tropical Cyclone Senyar - Indonesia

Leuser's Grief Under Tropical Cyclone Senyar - Indonesia

An environmental activist from the Sustainable Forest Advocacy Institute (Lembahtari), Sayed Zainal walks beside piles of plastic waste from various global product brands that support deforestation, and logs carried by flash floods caused by Tropical Cyclone Senyar in the Leuser Ecosystem area at coordinates 4°16'26.26"N 97°48'47.74" E (UNESCO heritage site) on Sumatra Island, Indonesia on December 29, 2025. Sayed Zainal said that this real condition is evidence of large companies that still fail to fulfil their promises to stop deforestation in their supply chains. This deforestation is generally triggered by the production of major commodities such as palm oil, beef, soy, wood, pulp & paper, coffee, and cocoa, among the list of global brands and companies that are in the spotlight because they are considered to hurt forests, namely Mondelēz, Nissin Foods, Procter & Gamble (P&G), Ferrero, Salim Group, Palm Oil and Pulp & Paper Sector, Sinar Mas Group (APP), RGE Group, and Wilmar International. Photo by Adity

Leuser's Grief Under Tropical Cyclone Senyar - Indonesia

Leuser's Grief Under Tropical Cyclone Senyar - Indonesia

An environmental activist from the Sustainable Forest Advocacy Institute (Lembahtari), Sayed Zainal walks beside piles of plastic waste from various global product brands that support deforestation, and logs carried by flash floods caused by Tropical Cyclone Senyar in the Leuser Ecosystem area at coordinates 4°16'26.26"N 97°48'47.74" E (UNESCO heritage site) on Sumatra Island, Indonesia on December 29, 2025. Sayed Zainal said that this real condition is evidence of large companies that still fail to fulfil their promises to stop deforestation in their supply chains. This deforestation is generally triggered by the production of major commodities such as palm oil, beef, soy, wood, pulp & paper, coffee, and cocoa, among the list of global brands and companies that are in the spotlight because they are considered to hurt forests, namely Mondelēz, Nissin Foods, Procter & Gamble (P&G), Ferrero, Salim Group, Palm Oil and Pulp & Paper Sector, Sinar Mas Group (APP), RGE Group, and Wilmar International. Photo by Adity

Leuser's Grief Under Tropical Cyclone Senyar - Indonesia

Leuser's Grief Under Tropical Cyclone Senyar - Indonesia

An environmental activist from the Sustainable Forest Advocacy Institute (Lembahtari), Sayed Zainal walks beside piles of plastic waste from various global product brands that support deforestation, and logs carried by flash floods caused by Tropical Cyclone Senyar in the Leuser Ecosystem area at coordinates 4°16'26.26"N 97°48'47.74" E (UNESCO heritage site) on Sumatra Island, Indonesia on December 29, 2025. Sayed Zainal said that this real condition is evidence of large companies that still fail to fulfil their promises to stop deforestation in their supply chains. This deforestation is generally triggered by the production of major commodities such as palm oil, beef, soy, wood, pulp & paper, coffee, and cocoa, among the list of global brands and companies that are in the spotlight because they are considered to hurt forests, namely Mondelēz, Nissin Foods, Procter & Gamble (P&G), Ferrero, Salim Group, Palm Oil and Pulp & Paper Sector, Sinar Mas Group (APP), RGE Group, and Wilmar International. Photo by Adity

US: Blizzard Conditions Reduce Visibility as Winter Storm Batters Minnesota 2

A major winter storm swept through the Midwest on Sunday, December 28, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a blizzard warning for several states. As strong winds whipped across Minnesota, roads were blanketed with snow and visibility was severely reduced. Governor Tim Walz has authorized the National Guard to support emergency winter storm operations.

US: Blizzard Conditions Reduce Visibility as Winter Storm Batters Minnesota

A major winter storm swept through the Midwest on Sunday, December 28, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a blizzard warning for several states. As strong winds whipped across Minnesota, roads were blanketed with snow and visibility was severely reduced. Governor Tim Walz has authorized the National Guard to support emergency winter storm operations.

Japan: Blizzard Warning Issued as Severe Winter Weather Grips Hokkaido 4

The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a blizzard warning and heavy snow advisory for parts of Hokkaido on Friday, December 26.

US: Several Inches of Snow Forecast for NYC, Prompting Travel Warnings Across City 4

A winter storm warning was issued for parts of New York as a powerful system moved into the Tri-State area on Friday, December 26. In response to the conditions, a state of emergency has been declared in both New York and New Jersey. 5 to 9 inches of snow were expected, and NYC's Department of Emergency Management issued a travel advisory, warning that roads would become slick.

US: Several Inches of Snow Forecast for NYC, Prompting Travel Warnings Across City 5

A winter storm warning was issued for parts of New York as a powerful system moved into the Tri-State area on Friday, December 26. In response to the conditions, a state of emergency has been declared in both New York and New Jersey. 5 to 9 inches of snow were expected, and NYC's Department of Emergency Management issued a travel advisory, warning that roads would become slick.

Japan: Blizzard Warning Issued as Severe Winter Weather Grips Hokkaido 3

The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a blizzard warning and heavy snow advisory for parts of Hokkaido on Friday, December 26.

Japan: Blizzard Warning Issued as Severe Winter Weather Grips Hokkaido 2

The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a blizzard warning and heavy snow advisory for parts of Hokkaido on Friday, December 26.

Japan: Blizzard Warning Issued as Severe Winter Weather Grips Hokkaido

The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a blizzard warning and heavy snow advisory for parts of Hokkaido on Friday, December 26.

US: Several Inches of Snow Forecast for NYC, Prompting Travel Warnings Across City 3

A winter storm warning was issued for parts of New York as a powerful system moved into the Tri-State area on Friday, December 26. In response to the conditions, a state of emergency has been declared in both New York and New Jersey. 5 to 9 inches of snow were expected, and NYC's Department of Emergency Management issued a travel advisory, warning that roads would become slick.

US: Several Inches of Snow Forecast for NYC, Prompting Travel Warnings Across City

A winter storm warning was issued for upstate New York as a powerful system moved into the Tri-State area on Friday, December 26. In response to the conditions, a state of emergency has been declared in both New York and New Jersey. 5 to 9 inches of snow were expected, and NYC's Department of Emergency Management issued a travel advisory, warning that roads would become slick.

US: Several Inches of Snow Forecast for NYC, Prompting Travel Warnings Across City 2

A winter storm warning was issued for parts of New York as a powerful system moved into the Tri-State area on Friday, December 26. In response to the conditions, a state of emergency has been declared in both New York and New Jersey. 5 to 9 inches of snow were expected, and NYC's Department of Emergency Management issued a travel advisory, warning that roads would become slick.

US: New Jersey Declares State of Emergency Amid Severe Winter Storm

A powerful system moved into the Tri-State area on Friday, December 26. New Jersey has declared a State of Emergency due to a severe winter storm causing dangerous weather conditions, including heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain.

US: Powerful Winter Storm Hits Upstate New York Under State of Emergency

A winter storm warning was issued for upstate New York as a powerful system moved into the Tri-State area on Friday, December 26. The storm impacted post-Christmas travel, leading to the cancellation of more than 1,500 flights across Philadelphia International and New York City’s three major airports. In response to the conditions, a state of emergency has been declared in both New York and New Jersey.

US: Two Killed, 20 Injured in Explosion and Fire at Pennsylvania Nursing Home

On December 23, an explosion and fire, possibly caused by a gas leak, struck a nursing home in Bristol, Pennsylvania, killing two women — a resident and an employee — and injuring 20 others. Nineteen of the injured remain hospitalized, including one in critical condition.

China: Dog Trapped in Sewer for Over 20 Hours Rescued Unharmed in Hunan

On December 14, 2025, in Hunan Province, China, a man used an excavator to break open concrete and safely rescue a white dog that had been trapped in a sewer for over 20 hours after a neighbor heard it whimpering from beneath the road. According to the owner, the ground surface was restored to its original condition following the rescue.