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South Korea: Major Fire Erupts at Historic 91-Year-Old Restaurant in Downtown Seoul

A fire broke out on Thursday evening, February 26, at a restaurant in Bukchang-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul. The blaze sent thick smoke across the city center, disrupting the evening commutes. Fire authorities deployed 96 personnel and 42 fire vehicles to the scene. Built in 1935, the dilapidated two-story structure made the operation particularly hazardous for first responders.

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US: Fierce Snow and Icy Winds at Point Judith Pond in Rhode Island During Historic Blizzard

A powerful winter storm brought Rhode Island to a standstill Monday, February 23 dumping wind-driven snow, causing widespread power outages, and prompting a statewide travel ban that remained in effect into Tuesday. This video captures the blizzard at Point Judith Pond, with wind-driven snow whipping across the pond, limited visibility, and icy surfaces covering nearby trees, walls, and a small house from which the footage was shot.

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US: Dogs Play in Snow-Covered New Jersey Yard After Historic Blizzard

Dogs were seen playing in a snow-covered backyard in New Jersey on February 25, one day after the historic Blizzard of 2026 buried much of the U.S. Northeast under record snowfall. The powerful storm disrupted travel, downed power lines, and left communities digging out from towering snowdrifts. In the aftermath, residents across the region began clearing their properties while taking moments to enjoy the rare winter landscape.

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US: Massive Snowball Fight Erupts in NYC After Historic Blizzard

A massive snowball fight broke out at Washington Square Park on Monday, February 23, after a historic blizzard dumped nearly 20 inches of snow on New York City. Organized by the viral media group Side Talk, the event drew hundreds of residents to Manhattan’s West Village, turning the snow-covered park into a scene of joyous winter chaos.

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US: Historic Blizzard Buries Rhode Island, Triggers Travel Ban

A powerful winter storm brought Rhode Island to a standstill Monday, February 23 dumping wind-driven snow, causing widespread power outages, and prompting a statewide travel ban that remained in effect into Tuesday. Snowfall reached historic levels, with more than 30 inches reported in some areas. The National Weather Service measured 32.8 inches at T. F. Green International Airport, breaking the state’s single-storm record set during the 1978 Blizzard.

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Spain: Final Piece of Central Tower Put in Place on Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia

The final piece of the central tower of Barcelona’s Sagrada Família, known as the Tower of Jesus Christ, was put in place on Friday, February 20. This historic milestone makes the landmark the world’s tallest church at 172.5 meters, marking a significant step toward the completion of Antoni Gaudí’s masterpiece 144 years after construction began.

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Spain: Final Piece of Central Tower Put in Place on Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia 2

The final piece of the central tower of Barcelona’s Sagrada Família, known as the Tower of Jesus Christ, was put in place on Friday, February 20. This historic milestone makes the landmark the world’s tallest church at 172.5 meters, marking a significant step toward the completion of Antoni Gaudí’s masterpiece 144 years after construction began.

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US: Buddhist Monks Draw Crowds as “Walk for Peace” Passes Through Arlington 2

Buddhist monks on a 2,300-mile “Walk for Peace” passed through Arlington, Virginia, on Monday, escorted by police and watched by hundreds of supporters. The monks arrived at Marymount University, their final stop in Virginia, as they near the end of their journey to Washington, D.C.

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PM Takaichi meets press after historic election victory

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi holds a press conference at the headquarters of her Liberal Democratic Party in Tokyo on Feb. 9, 2026, following the ruling party's historic landslide victory in a general election the previous day.

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PM Takaichi meets press after historic election victory

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi holds a press conference at the headquarters of her Liberal Democratic Party in Tokyo on Feb. 9, 2026, following the ruling party's historic landslide victory in a general election the previous day.

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PM Takaichi meets press after historic election victory

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi holds a press conference at the headquarters of her Liberal Democratic Party in Tokyo on Feb. 9, 2026, following the ruling party's historic landslide victory in a general election the previous day.

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PM Takaichi meets press after historic election victory

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi holds a press conference at the headquarters of her Liberal Democratic Party in Tokyo on Feb. 9, 2026, following the ruling party's historic landslide victory in a general election the previous day.

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PM Takaichi meets press after historic election victory

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi holds a press conference at the headquarters of her Liberal Democratic Party in Tokyo on Feb. 9, 2026, following the ruling party's historic landslide victory in a general election the previous day.

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PM Takaichi meets press after historic election victory

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi holds a press conference at the headquarters of her Liberal Democratic Party in Tokyo on Feb. 9, 2026, following the ruling party's historic landslide victory in a general election the previous day.

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PM Takaichi meets press after historic election victory

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi holds a press conference at the headquarters of her Liberal Democratic Party in Tokyo on Feb. 9, 2026, following the ruling party's historic landslide victory in a general election the previous day.

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US: Boston Buried by Snow as Historic Winter Storm Brings Extreme Cold

From January 24 to 26, 2026, a large-scale winter storm developed across the southern to northeastern United States, bringing heavy snow and freezing rain. The storm created severe weather conditions across the region and caused widespread impacts.

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Canada: Record-Breaking Winter Storm Paralyses Southern Ontario with Heavy Snowfall 3

Toronto and parts of southern Ontario are digging out after a record-breaking winter storm dumped over 50 cm of snow on Sunday, January 25. The historic snowfall led to widespread school closures and bus cancellations across the region on Monday, except in Ottawa. The Ontario Provincial Police reported roughly 200 collisions over the last 24 hours as drivers struggled with the treacherous conditions.

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Canada: Record-Breaking Winter Storm Paralyses Southern Ontario with Heavy Snowfall 2

Toronto and parts of southern Ontario are digging out after a record-breaking winter storm dumped over 50 cm of snow on Sunday, January 25. The historic snowfall led to widespread school closures and bus cancellations across the region on Monday, January 26, though schools in Ottawa remained open. The Ontario Provincial Police reported roughly 200 collisions over the last 24 hours as drivers struggled with the treacherous conditions. Footage shows a dog bounding through deep snow.

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Canada: Record-Breaking Winter Storm Paralyses Southern Ontario with Heavy Snowfall

Toronto and parts of southern Ontario are digging out after a record-breaking winter storm dumped over 50 cm of snow on Sunday, January 25. The historic snowfall led to widespread school closures and bus cancellations across the region on Monday, January 26, though schools in Ottawa remained open. The Ontario Provincial Police reported roughly 200 collisions over the last 24 hours as drivers struggled with the treacherous conditions.

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US: Panic Buying as People Rush to Stock Up Ahead of Winter Storm 2

As a potentially historic winter storm dubbed “Fern” approaches the United States, residents from Texas to the Northeast are stockpiling essential goods. Fears of being trapped indoors by heavy snow, ice and extreme cold have triggered widespread panic buying, leaving grocery store shelves bare across many areas. This video was shot at Walmart in Nicholasville, Kentucky.

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US: Panic Buying as People Rush to Stock Up Ahead of Winter Storm

As a potentially historic winter storm dubbed “Fern” approaches the United States, residents from Texas to the Northeast are stockpiling essential goods. Fears of being trapped indoors by heavy snow, ice and extreme cold have triggered widespread panic buying, leaving grocery store shelves bare across many areas.

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Valentino s Historic Atelier Located In Piazza Mignanelli - Rome

Valentino's historic atelier located in Piazza Mignanelli in Rome. Rome, Italy, January 19, 2026. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Valentino s Historic Atelier Located In Piazza Mignanelli - Rome

Valentino's historic atelier located in Piazza Mignanelli in Rome. Rome, Italy, January 19, 2026. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Valentino s Historic Atelier Located In Piazza Mignanelli - Rome

Valentino's historic atelier located in Piazza Mignanelli in Rome. Rome, Italy, January 19, 2026. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Valentino s Historic Atelier Located In Piazza Mignanelli - Rome

Valentino's historic atelier located in Piazza Mignanelli in Rome. Rome, Italy, January 19, 2026. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Valentino s Historic Atelier Located In Piazza Mignanelli - Rome

Valentino's historic atelier located in Piazza Mignanelli in Rome. Rome, Italy, January 19, 2026. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Valentino s Historic Atelier Located In Piazza Mignanelli - Rome

Valentino's historic atelier located in Piazza Mignanelli in Rome. Rome, Italy, January 19, 2026. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Donald Trump on Rural Health Roundtable - Washington

White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles arrives at The Great, Historic Investment in Rural Health Roundtable with President Donald Trump in the East Room at the White House in Washington on January 16, 2026. Photo by Yuri Gripas/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Donald Trump on Rural Health Roundtable - Washington

US President Donald Trump participates in The Great, Historic Investment in Rural Health Roundtable in the East Room at the White House in Washington on January 16, 2026. Photo by Yuri Gripas/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Donald Trump on Rural Health Roundtable - Washington

Guests listen to US President Donald Trump at The Great, Historic Investment in Rural Health Roundtable in the East Room at the White House in Washington on January 16, 2026. Photo by Yuri Gripas/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Donald Trump on Rural Health Roundtable - Washington

US President Donald Trump participates in The Great, Historic Investment in Rural Health Roundtable in the East Room at the White House in Washington on January 16, 2026. Photo by Yuri Gripas/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Donald Trump on Rural Health Roundtable - Washington

US President Donald Trump participates in The Great, Historic Investment in Rural Health Roundtable in the East Room at the White House in Washington on January 16, 2026. Photo by Yuri Gripas/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Donald Trump on Rural Health Roundtable - Washington

US President Donald Trump participates in The Great, Historic Investment in Rural Health Roundtable in the East Room at the White House in Washington on January 16, 2026. Photo by Yuri Gripas/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Donald Trump on Rural Health Roundtable - Washington

US President Donald Trump participates in The Great, Historic Investment in Rural Health Roundtable in the East Room at the White House in Washington on January 16, 2026. Photo by Yuri Gripas/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Donald Trump on Rural Health Roundtable - Washington

US President Donald Trump participates in The Great, Historic Investment in Rural Health Roundtable in the East Room at the White House in Washington on January 16, 2026. Photo by Yuri Gripas/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Donald Trump on Rural Health Roundtable - Washington

US President Donald Trump participates in The Great, Historic Investment in Rural Health Roundtable in the East Room at the White House in Washington on January 16, 2026. Photo by Yuri Gripas/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Donald Trump on Rural Health Roundtable - Washington

US President Donald Trump with HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. participates in The Great, Historic Investment in Rural Health Roundtable in the East Room at the White House in Washington on January 16, 2026. Photo by Yuri Gripas/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Donald Trump on Rural Health Roundtable - Washington

US President Donald Trump with HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. arrives at The Great, Historic Investment in Rural Health Roundtable in the East Room at the White House in Washington on January 16, 2026. Photo by Yuri Gripas/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Donald Trump on Rural Health Roundtable - Washington

US President Donald Trump reaches Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. during The Great, Historic Investment in Rural Health Roundtable in the East Room at the White House in Washington on January 16, 2026. Photo by Yuri Gripas/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Donald Trump on Rural Health Roundtable - Washington

US President Donald Trump participates in The Great, Historic Investment in Rural Health Roundtable in the East Room at the White House in Washington on January 16, 2026. Photo by Yuri Gripas/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Donald Trump on Rural Health Roundtable - Washington

US President Donald Trump participates in The Great, Historic Investment in Rural Health Roundtable in the East Room at the White House in Washington on January 16, 2026. Photo by Yuri Gripas/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Donald Trump on Rural Health Roundtable - Washington

US President Donald Trump participates in The Great, Historic Investment in Rural Health Roundtable in the East Room at the White House in Washington on January 16, 2026. Photo by Yuri Gripas/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Chronology Of Water Premiere - LA

American actress and director Thora Birch arrives at the Los Angeles Premiere Of The Forge's 'The Chronology Of Water' held at 2220 Arts + Archives on January 8, 2026 in Historic Filipinotown, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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The Chronology Of Water Premiere - LA

American actress and director Thora Birch arrives at the Los Angeles Premiere Of The Forge's 'The Chronology Of Water' held at 2220 Arts + Archives on January 8, 2026 in Historic Filipinotown, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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The Chronology Of Water Premiere - LA

American actress and director Thora Birch arrives at the Los Angeles Premiere Of The Forge's 'The Chronology Of Water' held at 2220 Arts + Archives on January 8, 2026 in Historic Filipinotown, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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The Chronology Of Water Premiere - LA

American actress and director Thora Birch arrives at the Los Angeles Premiere Of The Forge's 'The Chronology Of Water' held at 2220 Arts + Archives on January 8, 2026 in Historic Filipinotown, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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The Chronology Of Water Premiere - LA

American actress and director Thora Birch arrives at the Los Angeles Premiere Of The Forge's 'The Chronology Of Water' held at 2220 Arts + Archives on January 8, 2026 in Historic Filipinotown, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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The Chronology Of Water Premiere - LA

American actress and director Thora Birch arrives at the Los Angeles Premiere Of The Forge's 'The Chronology Of Water' held at 2220 Arts + Archives on January 8, 2026 in Historic Filipinotown, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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The Chronology Of Water Premiere - LA

American actress and director Thora Birch arrives at the Los Angeles Premiere Of The Forge's 'The Chronology Of Water' held at 2220 Arts + Archives on January 8, 2026 in Historic Filipinotown, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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The Chronology Of Water Premiere - LA

American actress and director Thora Birch arrives at the Los Angeles Premiere Of The Forge's 'The Chronology Of Water' held at 2220 Arts + Archives on January 8, 2026 in Historic Filipinotown, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)