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Japan: Hay Fever Alert Issued as Mass Pollen Dispersal Expected to Peak Nationwide

As of February 16, the start of cedar pollen dispersal has been confirmed in parts of the region stretching from Kyushu to Tokai. By late February, dispersal is expected to begin across a wide area ranging from Kyushu to southern Tohoku. In Shizuoka Prefecture specifically, cedar pollen began dispersing in early February 2026; total volume is expected to reach 1.9 times the average of the past 10 years. Thick pollen is visible in the video, creating hazy conditions across the mountain range.

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China: Driver Encounters Bear Family on Dark Road in Yunnan

A video filmed on January 10, 2026, in Yunnan Province, southwestern China, shows several Tibetan blue bears running along a dark road at night. As the car approached, the mother bear lunged at the car, hitting the right front of it. The filmer later said the car suffered only a minor scrape and that the bear was unharmed.

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US: Grass Fire Prompts Evacuation in Thornton, Colorado

A fast-moving grass fire fueled by strong winds and dry conditions broke out in Thornton, Colorado, Wednesday morning, February 25, injuring four firefighters and one civilian and prompting evacuations of nearby neighborhoods, businesses, and Pinnacle Charter School. Thick smoke forced a temporary closure of Interstate 25, while roughly 150 responders worked to contain the 10-acre blaze by mid-afternoon. No homes were destroyed, evacuations were later lifted, and the cause remains under investigation. This video shows smoke visible from the River North Art District (RiNo), north of downtown Denver.

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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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RECAP: Bomb Cyclone Slams U.S. Northeast With Blizzard Conditions and Widespread Disruptions

A powerful nor’easter intensified into a bomb cyclone, battering the northeastern United States and mid-Atlantic with blizzard conditions, wind gusts of 60–70 mph, and snowfall exceeding two feet in some areas. Blizzard warnings were issued for major cities including New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia as the storm triggered widespread power outages, travel shutdowns, thousands of flight cancellations, and states of emergency across multiple states.

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China: Mother and Daughter Rescued After Falling Into Icy Kanas River in Xinjiang

On February 10, 2026, in Xinjiang, northwestern China, a video described a mother and daughter who fell into the Kanas River while traveling in Xinjiang. The river water contained unmelted snow and felt extremely cold. According to the description, the pair accidentally slipped into the water during their outing. The icy conditions made the situation dangerous and difficult. A group of nearby people quickly stepped in to help. With coordinated effort, the rescuers pulled both individuals out of the river and brought them to safety.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Slams Northeast, Triggering Blizzard Warnings and Travel Shutdowns 10

A powerful “bomb cyclone” battered the northeastern United States on Sunday, February 22, with blizzard warnings in effect for New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. Wind gusts up to 60–70 mph and snowfall totals of up to two feet are causing power outages, travel shutdowns, thousands of flight cancellations, and states of emergency across multiple states.

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Mexico: Panic at Guadalajara International Airport After Death of Cartel Leader “El Mencho”

Panic broke out at Guadalajara International Airport after the reported death of cartel leader Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes triggered violence across parts of western Mexico. The unrest followed the killing of Oseguera Cervantes — known as “El Mencho,” founder of the Jalisco New Generation Cartels — during a military operation in Tapalpa, Jalisco. Authorities said troops came under fire and returned fire, killing four cartel operatives. As tensions spread, flights were disrupted across the region. Nearly half of departures and arrivals at Guadalajara were delayed or canceled, leaving hundreds stranded.

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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: Cold Front Sweeps Through Charlotte Area With Scattered Showers

A cold front moved into North Carolina on Friday, February 20, bringing scattered showers and gusty winds to the Charlotte area.

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US: Storm Slams Sierra Nevada With Heavy Snow, Travel Disrupted

Heavy snowfall continues across the Sierra Nevada, delivering significant snowpack but creating dangerous conditions. Several feet of snow have already accumulated, with some higher elevations expected to receive well over 10 feet before storms taper off next week. Strong winds and intense snowfall have triggered avalanche warnings and reduced visibility, prompting search and rescue efforts after a backcountry avalanche. Travel has been severely impacted, with whiteout conditions and intermittent closures along Interstate 80 near Donner Summit.

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US: Coldest Storm of the Season Buries Sierra Nevada in Heavy Snow 3

Rolling thunderstorms and strong winds swept across California as the season’s coldest storm dumped heavy snow on the Sierra Nevada. The heavy snow created dangerous backcountry conditions, and a large avalanche near Truckee killed at least eight skiers. Ski areas around Lake Tahoe reported significant totals, with more than 40 inches of new snow in 24 hours.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Alpine skiing

Kajsa Vickhoff Lie of Norway waits for her teammate in a Viking-themed helmet during the women's Alpine skiing team combined slalom event at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 10, 2026, at Tofane Alpine Skiing Centre in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy.

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US: New Orleans Celebrates Mardi Gras Climax With Vibrant Parades

New Orleans celebrated the climax of Mardi Gras on Tuesday, February 17, with vibrant parades across the city marking the final day of festivities before Ash Wednesday, concluding the Carnival season with a grand display of music and culture.

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[Breaking News]Prudential Life Insurance sets up independent panel over fraud

TOKYO, Japan, Feb. 10 Kyodo - Hiromitsu Tokumaru, new president and CEO of Prudential Life Insurance Co., holds a press conference in Tokyo on Feb. 10, 2026, announcing the launch of a third-party panel to look into revelations that over 100 of its current and former employees engaged in improper conduct including defrauding clients. (Kyodo)

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Czech speed skater Metodej Jilek (C) poses after winning the men's 10,000 meters gold at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 13, 2026, at Milano Speed Skating Stadium in Milan alongside silver medalist Vladimir Semirunniy (L) of Poland and bronze medalist Jorrit Bergsma of the Netherlands.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Czech speed skater Metodej Jilek (C) poses after winning the men's 10,000 meters gold at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 13, 2026, at Milano Speed Skating Stadium in Milan alongside silver medalist Vladimir Semirunniy (L) of Poland and bronze medalist Jorrit Bergsma of the Netherlands.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Polish speed skater Vladimir Semirunniy celebrates after winning the men's 10,000 meters silver at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 13, 2026, at Milano Speed Skating Stadium in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Polish speed skater Vladimir Semirunniy poses after winning the men's 10,000 meters silver at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 13, 2026, at Milano Speed Skating Stadium in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Polish speed skater Vladimir Semirunniy competes en route to winning the men's 10,000 meters silver at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 13, 2026, at Milano Speed Skating Stadium in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Polish speed skater Vladimir Semirunniy competes en route to winning the men's 10,000 meters silver at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 13, 2026, at Milano Speed Skating Stadium in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Polish speed skater Vladimir Semirunniy competes en route to winning the men's 10,000 meters silver at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 13, 2026, at Milano Speed Skating Stadium in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Polish speed skater Vladimir Semirunniy competes en route to winning the men's 10,000 meters silver at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 13, 2026, at Milano Speed Skating Stadium in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Dutch speed skater Jorrit Bergsma competes en route to winning the men's 10,000 meters bronze at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 13, 2026, at Milano Speed Skating Stadium in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Dutch speed skater Jorrit Bergsma competes en route to winning the men's 10,000 meters bronze at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 13, 2026, at Milano Speed Skating Stadium in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Czech speed skater Metodej Jilek competes en route to winning the men's 10,000 meters gold at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 13, 2026, at Milano Speed Skating Stadium in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Czech speed skater Metodej Jilek acknowledges the crowd after competing in the men's 10,000 meters at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 13, 2026, at Milano Speed Skating Stadium in Milan. He won gold.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Czech speed skater Metodej Jilek competes en route to winning the men's 10,000 meters gold at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 13, 2026, at Milano Speed Skating Stadium in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Czech speed skater Metodej Jilek competes en route to winning the men's 10,000 meters gold at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 13, 2026, at Milano Speed Skating Stadium in Milan.

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US: New York Harbor Filled With Ice as Intense Cold Grips Region

A video captured New York Harbor, seen around the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, almost completely filled with ice on Wednesday, February 11, with only a small channel remaining for ships.

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Chile: M6.2 Earthquake Shakes Coquimbo Region

A strong 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck the Coquimbo region of northern Chile on Thursday morning, February 12. The quake hit near the town of Punitaqui at a depth of nearly 37 km. No tsunami warning was issued, and there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties. The video shows power lines swaying in San Ramón, Coquimbo.

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Honda motorbikes in Vietnam

Honda Motor motorbikes are displayed at an event in Hanoi on Jan. 10, 2026.

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Spain: High Winds Lash Barcelona Area as Storm Nils Arrives

Barcelona is on high alert as Storm Nils lashes the city with hurricane-force gusts. After peak winds of 105 km/h at the Port, authorities activated the maximum emergency plan for wind. The storm has forced the closure of all public parks and suspended several rail services this Thursday, February 12. Travel is severely impacted at El Prat Airport, where Aena reports at least 101 flights cancelled and ten others diverted. The video shows the Torre de Collserola swaying in the strong wind.

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Madagascar: Dozens Killed as Cyclone Gezani Slams Toamasina 2

At least 31 people were killed after Cyclone Gezani slammed into Madagascar’s main port city of Toamasina late Tuesday, February 10, bringing winds of up to 250 km/h, collapsing homes, injuring dozens and displacing more than 6,000 people.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Figure skating

Taiwan's Li Yu-hsiang is pictured after competing in the men's figure skating short program at the Milan Cortina Olympics at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan on Feb. 10, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Figure skating

Taiwan's Li Yu-hsiang competes in the men's figure skating short program at the Milan Cortina Olympics at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan on Feb. 10, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Figure skating

Taiwan's Li Yu-hsiang competes in the men's figure skating short program at the Milan Cortina Olympics at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan on Feb. 10, 2026.

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Japan: Water Shoots 10 Meters Into Air After Pipe Accident

Water erupted from an underground water pipe at an intersection in Kawaguchi, Saitama Prefecture on Thursday morning, February 12, shooting up to around 10 meters and flooding nearby roads, which were closed to traffic. The prefectural authorities said the incident may have been caused by a contractor’s mistake during air valve replacement work.

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Madagascar: Dozens Killed as Cyclone Gezani Slams Toamasina

At least 31 people were killed after Cyclone Gezani slammed into Madagascar’s main port city of Toamasina late Tuesday, February 10, bringing winds of up to 250 km/h, collapsing homes, injuring dozens and displacing more than 6,000 people.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Figure skating

Fedirs Kuliss of Latvia competes in the men's figure skating short program at the Milan Cortina Olympics at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan on Feb. 10, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB training

Chicago White Sox infielder Munetaka Murakami takes batting practice during a training session in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 10, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB training

Chicago White Sox infielder Munetaka Murakami takes batting practice during a training session in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 10, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB training

Chicago White Sox infielder Munetaka Murakami takes fielding practice during a training session in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 10, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB training

Chicago White Sox infielder Munetaka Murakami takes fielding practice during a training session in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 10, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB training

Chicago White Sox infielder Munetaka Murakami takes baserunning practice during a training session in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 10, 2026.

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Cooking contest in Pyongyang

A national cooking contest is held in Pyongyang on Feb. 10, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB training

Chicago White Sox infielder Munetaka Murakami takes baserunning practice during a training session in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 10, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB training

Chicago White Sox infielder Munetaka Murakami takes baserunning practice during a training session in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 10, 2026.

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Cooking contest in Pyongyang

A national cooking contest is held in Pyongyang on Feb. 10, 2026.