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Turkey: Heavy Rains Trigger Severe Flooding in Mersin

Heavy rain triggered severe flooding in Mersin, southern Turkey on Friday, January 30, after overflowing streams inundated neighborhoods, damaging 51 homes and businesses and 8 vehicles, while 12 people were rescued. Floodwaters submerged agricultural land, damaged bridges and schools, and swept away vehicles.

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Spain: Thousands of Farmers Rally Against EU–Mercosur Trade Deal 4

More than 25,000 farmers and 15,000 tractors mobilized across Spain on Thursday, January 29 to protest the EU–Mercosur trade agreement and proposed cuts to Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) funding. The demonstrations, organized by Asaja, COAG, and UPA, drew strong participation despite bad weather that forced cancellations in Seville and Madrid

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Spain: Thousands of Farmers Rally Against EU–Mercosur Trade Deal 3

More than 25,000 farmers and 15,000 tractors mobilized across Spain on Thursday, January 29 to protest the EU–Mercosur trade agreement and proposed cuts to Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) funding. The demonstrations, organized by Asaja, COAG, and UPA, drew strong participation despite bad weather that forced cancellations in Seville and Madrid

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Spain: Thousands of Farmers Rally Against EU–Mercosur Trade Deal 2

More than 25,000 farmers and 15,000 tractors mobilized across Spain on Thursday, January 29 to protest the EU–Mercosur trade agreement and proposed cuts to Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) funding. The demonstrations, organized by Asaja, COAG, and UPA, drew strong participation despite bad weather that forced cancellations in Seville and Madrid

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RECAP: Storm Chandra Brings Heavy Rain and Strong Winds to UK and Ireland

Storm Chandra brought unsettled weather to parts of the UK and Ireland on Tuesday, January 27, delivering heavy rain, strong winds, and colder conditions. The system caused localized flooding, travel disruption, and weather warnings in several regions as it moved across the British Isles.

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Japan: Tokyo’s Beloved Panda Twins Depart for China Amid Fan Farewell

Twin giant pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei, born and raised at Tokyo’s Ueno Zoo, departed for their return to China on Tuesday, January 27. As the two pandas left Ueno Zoo by truck in the afternoon, heading to Narita Airport, hundreds of fans gathered along the sidewalk near the zoo to see them off.

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Australia: Tens of Thousands Join Invasion Day Rallies

Invasion Day rallies were held across multiple cities and regions in Australia on Monday, Januar 26, 2026, drawing tens of thousands of participants nationwide. In Sydney, several thousand people took part in rallies calling for Indigenous rights, truth-telling about history, and reconciliation. In Melbourne, large crowds gathered for mostly peaceful demonstrations, with speeches urging action on injustices faced by Indigenous communities and reforms to history education.

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US: Episode 41 of Kilauea Volcano Eruption Sends Ash to Hilo

Hawaii's Kilauea volcano officially began its 41st eruption on Saturday, January 24, sending lava fountains over 1,500 feet into the air. Falling ash and tephra were reported in communities as far as Hilo.

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US: Deadly Winter Storm Brings Snow, Ice and Power Outages 2

A major winter storm swept across the U.S. bringing widespread heavy snow, sleet and freezing rain on Sunday, January 25.

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Japan: Hundreds of Vehicles Stranded on Hokuriku Expressway Amid Record Snowfall in Fukui

Heavy snowfall in Fukui Prefecture prompted the Japan Meteorological Agency to issue a weather warning on Friday, January 23. As rapid accumulation caused severe traffic disruptions, approximately 360 vehicles were left stranded on the Hokuriku Expressway near Tsuruga City.

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Japan: Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Affect Northern Regions 2

Snowfall and strong winds affected parts of Hokkaido and the Tohoku region on Tuesday, January 20, as a low-pressure system moved across northern Japan. Snow accumulated rapidly in some areas, while gusty winds led to reduced visibility and difficult travel conditions, particularly along the Sea of Japan coast.

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Japan: Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Affect Northern Regions 3

Snowfall and strong winds affected parts of Hokkaido and the Tohoku region on Tuesday, January 20, as a low-pressure system moved across northern Japan. Snow accumulated rapidly in some areas, while gusty winds led to reduced visibility and difficult travel conditions, particularly along the Sea of Japan coast.

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China: Raccoon Sits Cross-Legged While Playing With Prayer Beads

A small raccoon in Qingdao, Shandong Province, was captured sitting upright and holding a long string of prayer beads on Tuesday, January 13. The raccoon appeared unusually focused as it slowly manipulated the beads with its front paws in a human-like pose.

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China: Tiny Newborn Kitten Resembles Fuzzy Chick While Being Washed

A fragile newborn kitten in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, was filmed being washed under a gentle stream of water on Tuesday, January 13. The owner carefully rinsed the kitten's small wet body, which resembled a fuzzy chick as it let out helpless squeaks.

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Illustration - Grenoble City

Illustration - Grenoble City

The quays of Grenoble along the Isere. Illustrative image of the city of Grenoble. France, Isere, January 13, 2026. Photo by Thibaut Durand /ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Grenoble City

Illustration - Grenoble City

The Bastille cable car in Grenoble is closed for annual maintenance until February 6, 2026. Illustrative image of the city of Grenoble. France, Isere, January 13, 2026. Photo by Thibaut Durand /ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Grenoble City

Illustration - Grenoble City

The quays of Grenoble along the Isere. Illustrative image of the city of Grenoble. France, Isere, January 13, 2026. Photo by Thibaut Durand /ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Grenoble City

Illustration - Grenoble City

The quays of Grenoble along the Isere. Illustrative image of the city of Grenoble. France, Isere, January 13, 2026. Photo by Thibaut Durand /ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Grenoble City

Illustration - Grenoble City

The Bastille cable car in Grenoble is closed for annual maintenance until February 6, 2026. Illustrative image of the city of Grenoble. France, Isere, January 13, 2026. Photo by Thibaut Durand /ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Grenoble City

Illustration - Grenoble City

A police car is driving along the quays by the Isere.Illustrative image of the city of Grenoble. France, Isere, January 13, 2026. Photo by Thibaut Durand /ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Grenoble City

Illustration - Grenoble City

The quays of Grenoble along the Isere. Illustrative image of the city of Grenoble. France, Isere, January 13, 2026. Photo by Thibaut Durand /ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Grenoble City

Illustration - Grenoble City

The banks of the Isere River. Illustrative image of the city of Grenoble. France, Isere, January 13, 2026. Photo by Thibaut Durand /ABACAPRESS.COM

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Parliament building

Parliament building

File photo taken on Jan. 13, 2026, shows Japan's parliament building in Tokyo.

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Parliament building

Parliament building

File photo taken on Jan. 13, 2026, shows Japan's parliament building in Tokyo.

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Philippines: Storm Nokaen Triggers Severe Flooding in Bicol Region

Storm Nokaen, known locally as Ada in the Philippines, caused severe flooding due to persistent rains and a fatal landslide that killed two people in Matnog, Sorsogon. The storm weakened into a tropical depression on Monday, January 19, prompting authorities to lift all tropical cyclone wind signals.

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Tribute To Rolland Courbis - Marseille

Tribute To Rolland Courbis - Marseille

Olivia Courbis in a white jersey marked with the number 13 with relatives during the tribute to her father in Marseille, France, on January 17, 2026. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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BASKET - Serie A - Bertram Derthona Tortona vs EA7 Emporio Armani Milano

BASKET - Serie A - Bertram Derthona Tortona vs EA7 Emporio Armani Milano

# 13 Tommaso Baldasso (Bertram Derthona Basket Tortona) during Bertram Derthona Tortona vs EA7 Emporio Armani Milano, Italian Basketball Serie A match in Casale Monferrato (AL), Italy, January 17 2026

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BASKET - Serie A - Bertram Derthona Tortona vs EA7 Emporio Armani Milano

BASKET - Serie A - Bertram Derthona Tortona vs EA7 Emporio Armani Milano

# 13 Tommaso Baldasso (Bertram Derthona Basket Tortona) during Bertram Derthona Tortona vs EA7 Emporio Armani Milano, Italian Basketball Serie A match in Casale Monferrato (AL), Italy, January 17 2026

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Australia: Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji Leaves Widespread Destruction in Queensland

The slow-moving system swept across the Central Highlands and Coalfield regions on Monday, January 12. Wind gusts reached 113 km/h on Hamilton Island. Early estimates suggest that more than 48,000 livestock have perished in the floods, which continue to inundate vast areas of Queensland—stretching from the coast at Mackay, 1,000 kilometres west to Cloncurry, and north to Townsville and Cairns. Central Queensland is the latest region to feel the impact of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji, with Clermont recently enduring its heaviest rainfall in 110 years.

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The Rip Premiere - NYC

The Rip Premiere - NYC

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, USA - JANUARY 13: Teyana Taylor wearing an Ashi Studio look with jewelry by Spinelli Kilcollin and Repossi arrives at the New York Premiere Of Netflix's 'The Rip' held at Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on January 13, 2026 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States. Photo by Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Rip Premiere - NYC

The Rip Premiere - NYC

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, USA - JANUARY 13: Taryn Delanie Smith arrives at the New York Premiere Of Netflix's 'The Rip' held at Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on January 13, 2026 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States. Photo by Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Rip Premiere - NYC

The Rip Premiere - NYC

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, USA - JANUARY 13: Teyana Taylor wearing an Ashi Studio look with jewelry by Spinelli Kilcollin and Repossi arrives at the New York Premiere Of Netflix's 'The Rip' held at Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on January 13, 2026 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States. Photo by Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Rip Premiere - NYC

The Rip Premiere - NYC

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, USA - JANUARY 13: Teyana Taylor wearing an Ashi Studio look with jewelry by Spinelli Kilcollin and Repossi arrives at the New York Premiere Of Netflix's 'The Rip' held at Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on January 13, 2026 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States. Photo by Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Rip Premiere - NYC

The Rip Premiere - NYC

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, USA - JANUARY 13: Teyana Taylor wearing an Ashi Studio look with jewelry by Spinelli Kilcollin and Repossi arrives at the New York Premiere Of Netflix's 'The Rip' held at Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on January 13, 2026 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States. Photo by Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Rip Premiere - NYC

The Rip Premiere - NYC

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, USA - JANUARY 13: Teyana Taylor wearing an Ashi Studio look with jewelry by Spinelli Kilcollin and Repossi arrives at the New York Premiere Of Netflix's 'The Rip' held at Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on January 13, 2026 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States. Photo by Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Rip Premiere - NYC

The Rip Premiere - NYC

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, USA - JANUARY 13: Steve Buscemi and wife Karen Ho arrive at the New York Premiere Of Netflix's 'The Rip' held at Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on January 13, 2026 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States. Photo by Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Rip Premiere - NYC

The Rip Premiere - NYC

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, USA - JANUARY 13: Terrence Terrell arrives at the New York Premiere Of Netflix's 'The Rip' held at Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on January 13, 2026 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States. Photo by Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Rip Premiere - NYC

The Rip Premiere - NYC

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, USA - JANUARY 13: Shannon Sharpe arrives at the New York Premiere Of Netflix's 'The Rip' held at Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on January 13, 2026 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States. Photo by Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Rip Premiere - NYC

The Rip Premiere - NYC

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, USA - JANUARY 13: Steven Yeun arrives at the New York Premiere Of Netflix's 'The Rip' held at Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on January 13, 2026 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States. Photo by Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Rip Premiere - NYC

The Rip Premiere - NYC

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, USA - JANUARY 13: Megan Eugenio arrives at the New York Premiere Of Netflix's 'The Rip' held at Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on January 13, 2026 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States. Photo by Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Rip Premiere - NYC

The Rip Premiere - NYC

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, USA - JANUARY 13: Teyana Taylor wearing an Ashi Studio look with jewelry by Spinelli Kilcollin and Repossi arrives at the New York Premiere Of Netflix's 'The Rip' held at Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on January 13, 2026 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States. Photo by Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Rip Premiere - NYC

The Rip Premiere - NYC

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, USA - JANUARY 13: Steven Yeun arrives at the New York Premiere Of Netflix's 'The Rip' held at Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on January 13, 2026 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States. Photo by Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Rip Premiere - NYC

The Rip Premiere - NYC

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, USA - JANUARY 13: Teyana Taylor wearing an Ashi Studio look with jewelry by Spinelli Kilcollin and Repossi arrives at the New York Premiere Of Netflix's 'The Rip' held at Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on January 13, 2026 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States. Photo by Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Rip Premiere - NYC

The Rip Premiere - NYC

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, USA - JANUARY 13: Sunny Hostin arrives at the New York Premiere Of Netflix's 'The Rip' held at Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on January 13, 2026 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States. Photo by Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Rip Premiere - NYC

The Rip Premiere - NYC

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, USA - JANUARY 13: Steven Yeun arrives at the New York Premiere Of Netflix's 'The Rip' held at Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on January 13, 2026 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States. Photo by Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Rip Premiere - NYC

The Rip Premiere - NYC

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, USA - JANUARY 13: Steve Buscemi and wife Karen Ho arrive at the New York Premiere Of Netflix's 'The Rip' held at Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on January 13, 2026 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States. Photo by Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Rip Premiere - NYC

The Rip Premiere - NYC

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, USA - JANUARY 13: Matt Damon wearing a Luca Faloni suit, Ted Sarandos and Ben Affleck arrive at the New York Premiere Of Netflix's 'The Rip' held at Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on January 13, 2026 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States. Photo by Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Rip Premiere - NYC

The Rip Premiere - NYC

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, USA - JANUARY 13: Matt Damon wearing a Luca Faloni suit and Ben Affleck arrive at the New York Premiere Of Netflix's 'The Rip' held at Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on January 13, 2026 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States. Photo by Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Rip Premiere - NYC

The Rip Premiere - NYC

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, USA - JANUARY 13: Lina Esco arrives at the New York Premiere Of Netflix's 'The Rip' held at Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on January 13, 2026 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States. Photo by Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Rip Premiere - NYC

The Rip Premiere - NYC

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, USA - JANUARY 13: Matt Damon wearing a Luca Faloni suit, Isabella Aparicio and Ben Affleck arrive at the New York Premiere Of Netflix's 'The Rip' held at Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on January 13, 2026 in Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States. Photo by Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

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