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.

RECAP: Snow Falls in Madrid as Storm Kristin Sweeps Spain

Storm Kristin brought snow to Madrid on Wednesday, January 28, along with rain, strong winds, and cold air across much of Spain. The snowfall caused minor traffic disruptions in the capital, and authorities urged drivers to drive with caution.

Spain: Storm Kristin Brings Snow to Madrid Causing Traffic Disruptions 2

Storm Kristin continued to batter Madrid and much of Spain with heavy rain, strong winds, and snow. The storm has triggered widespread weather alerts, school closures, and major transport disruptions, including road closures and severe delays on Metro and Cercanías rail services in Madrid and across central and southern Spain.

Spain: Storm Kristin Brings Snow to Madrid Causing Traffic Disruptions 5

Storm Kristin continued to batter Madrid and much of Spain with heavy rain, strong winds, and snow. The storm has triggered widespread weather alerts, school closures, and major transport disruptions, including road closures and severe delays on Metro and Cercanías rail services in Madrid and across central and southern Spain.

Ireland: Storm Chandra Triggers Flooding, Power Outages and Transport Chaos 5

Storm Chandra hit Ireland with heavy rain and strong winds, causing flooding, power outages, and major transport disruptions nationwide. Around 30mm of rain fell overnight in Dublin, leading to rescues of motorists from floodwaters and road closures, including restrictions on the M50.

Pokemon-themed park

Pokemon-themed park

Photo taken on Jan. 26, 2026, shows a Pokemon-themed park in Tokyo, which was unveiled to the media before its public opening on Feb. 5. Visitors can encounter about 600 Pokemon at PokePark Kanto, situated within Yomiuri Land amusement park.

Pokemon-themed park

Pokemon-themed park

Photo taken on Jan. 26, 2026, shows a Pokemon-themed park in Tokyo, which was unveiled to the media before its public opening on Feb. 5. Visitors can encounter about 600 Pokemon at PokePark Kanto, situated within Yomiuri Land amusement park.

Pokemon-themed park

Pokemon-themed park

Photo taken on Jan. 26, 2026, shows a Pokemon-themed park in Tokyo, which was unveiled to the media before its public opening on Feb. 5. Visitors can encounter about 600 Pokemon at PokePark Kanto, situated within Yomiuri Land amusement park.

Pokemon-themed park

Pokemon-themed park

Photo taken on Jan. 26, 2026, shows a Pokemon-themed park in Tokyo, which was unveiled to the media before its public opening on Feb. 5. Visitors can encounter about 600 Pokemon at PokePark Kanto, situated within Yomiuri Land amusement park.

Pokemon-themed park

Pokemon-themed park

Photo taken on Jan. 26, 2026, shows a Pokemon-themed park in Tokyo, which was unveiled to the media before its public opening on Feb. 5. Visitors can encounter about 600 Pokemon at PokePark Kanto, situated within Yomiuri Land amusement park.

Pokemon-themed park

Pokemon-themed park

Photo taken on Jan. 26, 2026, shows a Pokemon-themed park in Tokyo, which was unveiled to the media before its public opening on Feb. 5. Visitors can encounter about 600 Pokemon at PokePark Kanto, situated within Yomiuri Land amusement park.

Pokemon-themed park

Pokemon-themed park

Photo taken on Jan. 26, 2026, shows a Pokemon-themed park in Tokyo, which was unveiled to the media before its public opening on Feb. 5. Visitors can encounter about 600 Pokemon at PokePark Kanto, situated within Yomiuri Land amusement park.

RECAP: Strongest Solar Storm in Over 20 Years Triggers Widespread Auroras

A powerful geomagnetic storm triggered by one of the strongest solar eruptions in more than 20 years lit up skies across large parts of Europe and North America on Monday, January 19 and Tuesday, January 20. The rare event allowed the northern lights to be seen far south of their usual range, including in parts of the United States, the UK, Germany, and Switzerland, according to NOAA.

Rare Solar Storm Triggers Northern Lights Across Europe and North America 5

A powerful geomagnetic storm triggered by one of the strongest solar eruptions in more than 20 years lit up skies across large parts of Europe and North America on Monday night, January 19. The rare event allowed the northern lights to be seen far south of their usual range, including in parts of the United States, the UK, Germany, and Switzerland, according to NOAA.

Retail Stores In Tech Sector - Shenzhen

Retail Stores In Tech Sector - Shenzhen

Customers experience electronic products at the inno100 flagship store in Nanshan District of Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong Province, Jan. 5, 2026. Recently, a number of retail stores in tech sector opened in many business districts of Shenzhen. In theses tech stores, consumers can experience smart electronic products such as embodied intelligent robots, 3D printing, and smart glasses. Shenzhen, a city at the forefront of China's intelligent manufacturing, is creating new scenarios of immersive retail consumption, bringing cutting-edge technology to consumers. (Xinhua/Mao Siqian)

Retail Stores In Tech Sector - Shenzhen

Retail Stores In Tech Sector - Shenzhen

Customers watch a robot demonstration at the inno100 flagship store in Nanshan District of Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong Province, Jan. 5, 2026. Recently, a number of retail stores in tech sector opened in many business districts of Shenzhen. In theses tech stores, consumers can experience smart electronic products such as embodied intelligent robots, 3D printing, and smart glasses. Shenzhen, a city at the forefront of China's intelligent manufacturing, is creating new scenarios of immersive retail consumption, bringing cutting-edge technology to consumers. (Xinhua/Mao Siqian)

China: Wild Mountain Goats Race Across Steep Rock Face in Zhejiang

A video captured in Zhejiang, China, on Monday, January 5, shows a herd of wild mountain goats racing at breathtaking speed across a steep, barren mountainside. The animals demonstrated uncanny stability as they changed direction effortlessly while maintaining a blistering pace along the rocky slope.

China: Live Fish Found Trapped Inside Solid Block of Ice in Zhejiang

A Chinese resident in Zhejiang discovered a small fish still alive inside a thick block of ice on Monday, January 5. Although completely encased in the frozen water, the fish's body continued to twitch and quiver as if struggling to survive.

China: Electric Scooter Suddenly Catches Fire at Busy Intersection in Huizhou

A woman waiting at a red light in Huizhou, Guangdong, faced a dangerous situation on Monday, January 5, when her electric scooter unexpectedly caught fire. Thick white smoke rapidly poured out from the battery area.

Italian Fashion Designer Valentino Dead At 93

Italian Fashion Designer Valentino Dead At 93

File photo - Valentino Garavani attends the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute Benefit celebrating the opening of "Charles James: Beyond Fashion" and the new Anna Wintour Costume Center, in New York City, NY, USA, on May 5, 2014. - Italian fashion legend Valentino Garavani has died at 93. Photo by Briquet-Douliery/ABACAPRESS.COM

Italian Fashion Designer Valentino Dead At 93

Italian Fashion Designer Valentino Dead At 93

File photo - Valentino and Claudia Schiffer attend the funeral of French designer Yves Saint Laurent at the Saint-Roch church in Paris, France, Thursday, June 5, 2008. Saint Laurent died aged 71, Sunday evening. - Italian fashion legend Valentino Garavani has died at 93. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

Unexploded bomb defused in Miyazaki

Unexploded bomb defused in Miyazaki

An unexploded bomb is pictured after being defused by the Oyodo River in the southwestern Japan city of Miyazaki on Jan. 17, 2026. The bomb was found in the river on Jan. 5 during excavation work.

Unexploded bomb defused in Miyazaki

Unexploded bomb defused in Miyazaki

An unexploded bomb is pictured after being defused by the Oyodo River in the southwestern Japan city of Miyazaki on Jan. 17, 2026. The bomb was found in the river on Jan. 5 during excavation work.

CALCIO - Serie A - Torino FC vs AS Roma

CALCIO - Serie A - Torino FC vs AS Roma

#5 Evan Ndicka of Roma in action during the Serie A match between Torino FC and AS Roma at Stadio Olimpico di Torino on January 18, 2026 in Turin, Italy.

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

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

# 5 Ezra Manjon (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

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

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

# 5 Ezra Manjon (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

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

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

# 5 Ezra Manjon (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

31st anniversary of Great Hanshin Earthquake

31st anniversary of Great Hanshin Earthquake

People observe a moment of silence at a park in Kobe on at 5:46 a.m. on Jan. 17, 2026, the exact time when the deadly Great Hanshin Earthquake struck 31 years ago.

31st anniversary of Great Hanshin Earthquake

31st anniversary of Great Hanshin Earthquake

People observe a moment of silence at a park in Kobe at 5:46 a.m. on Jan. 17, 2026, the exact time when the deadly Great Hanshin Earthquake struck 31 years ago.

31st anniversary of Great Hanshin Earthquake

31st anniversary of Great Hanshin Earthquake

People observe a moment of silence at a park in Kobe at 5:46 a.m. on Jan. 17, 2026, the exact time when the deadly Great Hanshin Earthquake struck 31 years ago.

Japan: Massive Train Disruption Impacts Hundreds of Thousands in Tokyo Area 5

Tokyo's main JR Yamanote Line and JR Keihin-Tohoku Line suspended service on Friday, January 16, after a power outage caused by overnight construction work near Tamachi Station. The disruption caused widespread chaos for morning commuters, with some passengers forced to evacuate from a stranded train by walking along the railroad tracks.

Yoon Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison on Arrest Obstruction Charges

Yoon Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison on Arrest Obstruction Charges

People watch a televised news report on Yoon Suk-yeol in Seoul, South Korea, on January 16, 2026. South Korea's former impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol was sentenced to five years in prison on arrest obstruction charges, his first verdict on charges stemming from a martial law attempt, live footage showed Friday. Photo by Park Jintaek/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Yoon Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison on Arrest Obstruction Charges

Yoon Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison on Arrest Obstruction Charges

People watch a televised news report on Yoon Suk-yeol's court trial at Seoul Railway Station in Seoul, South Korea, on January 16, 2026. South Korea's former impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol was sentenced to five years in prison on arrest obstruction charges, live footage showed Friday. Photo by Park Jintaek/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

US: Heavy Police Presence, Evacuation Reported at Parkwest Bicycle Casino in LA

Heavy police presence was seen outside the Parkwest Bicycle Casino in Bell Gardens, Los Angeles on Thursday, January 15. The building was evacuated and near by roads were closed.

Japan: Blizzard Conditions Reduce Visibility in Sapporo Area 5

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo and surrounding cities on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility. Snow intensified in the afternoon, with 13 centimeters accumulating between noon and 6 p.m., according to local authorities. As of 6 p.m., blizzard conditions forced the closure of multiple expressways across a wide area. The severe weather also disrupted air travel, with 99 flights canceled at New Chitose Airport, along with numerous delays.

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans gather outside the Movistar Arena waiting to enter to the symbolic funeral honors for Colombian singer Yeison Jimenez in Bogota on January 14, 2026. Jimenez who died with another 5 victims that worked with him in a plane crash in Paipa, Colombia on Janauary 10. Photo by: Jorge Londono/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans gather outside the Movistar Arena waiting to enter to the symbolic funeral honors for Colombian singer Yeison Jimenez in Bogota on January 14, 2026. Jimenez who died with another 5 victims that worked with him in a plane crash in Paipa, Colombia on Janauary 10. Photo by: Jorge Londono/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans gather outside the Movistar Arena waiting to enter to the symbolic funeral honors for Colombian singer Yeison Jimenez in Bogota on January 14, 2026. Jimenez who died with another 5 victims that worked with him in a plane crash in Paipa, Colombia on Janauary 10. Photo by: Jorge Londono/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans gather outside the Movistar Arena waiting to enter to the symbolic funeral honors for Colombian singer Yeison Jimenez in Bogota on January 14, 2026. Jimenez who died with another 5 victims that worked with him in a plane crash in Paipa, Colombia on Janauary 10. Photo by: Jorge Londono/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans gather outside the Movistar Arena waiting to enter to the symbolic funeral honors for Colombian singer Yeison Jimenez in Bogota on January 14, 2026. Jimenez who died with another 5 victims that worked with him in a plane crash in Paipa, Colombia on Janauary 10. Photo by: Jorge Londono/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans gather outside the Movistar Arena waiting to enter to the symbolic funeral honors for Colombian singer Yeison Jimenez in Bogota on January 14, 2026. Jimenez who died with another 5 victims that worked with him in a plane crash in Paipa, Colombia on Janauary 10. Photo by: Jorge Londono/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans gather outside the Movistar Arena waiting to enter to the symbolic funeral honors for Colombian singer Yeison Jimenez in Bogota on January 14, 2026. Jimenez who died with another 5 victims that worked with him in a plane crash in Paipa, Colombia on Janauary 10. Photo by: Jorge Londono/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans gather outside the Movistar Arena waiting to enter to the symbolic funeral honors for Colombian singer Yeison Jimenez in Bogota on January 14, 2026. Jimenez who died with another 5 victims that worked with him in a plane crash in Paipa, Colombia on Janauary 10. Photo by: Jorge Londono/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans gather outside the Movistar Arena waiting to enter to the symbolic funeral honors for Colombian singer Yeison Jimenez in Bogota on January 14, 2026. Jimenez who died with another 5 victims that worked with him in a plane crash in Paipa, Colombia on Janauary 10. Photo by: Jorge Londono/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans gather outside the Movistar Arena waiting to enter to the symbolic funeral honors for Colombian singer Yeison Jimenez in Bogota on January 14, 2026. Jimenez who died with another 5 victims that worked with him in a plane crash in Paipa, Colombia on Janauary 10. Photo by: Jorge Londono/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans gather outside the Movistar Arena waiting to enter to the symbolic funeral honors for Colombian singer Yeison Jimenez in Bogota on January 14, 2026. Jimenez who died with another 5 victims that worked with him in a plane crash in Paipa, Colombia on Janauary 10. Photo by: Jorge Londono/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans gather outside the Movistar Arena waiting to enter to the symbolic funeral honors for Colombian singer Yeison Jimenez in Bogota on January 14, 2026. Jimenez who died with another 5 victims that worked with him in a plane crash in Paipa, Colombia on Janauary 10. Photo by: Jorge Londono/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans gather outside the Movistar Arena waiting to enter to the symbolic funeral honors for Colombian singer Yeison Jimenez in Bogota on January 14, 2026. Jimenez who died with another 5 victims that worked with him in a plane crash in Paipa, Colombia on Janauary 10. Photo by: Jorge Londono/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans Gather to Enter Yeison Jimenez Symbolic Funeral in Bogota

Fans gather outside the Movistar Arena waiting to enter to the symbolic funeral honors for Colombian singer Yeison Jimenez in Bogota on January 14, 2026. Jimenez who died with another 5 victims that worked with him in a plane crash in Paipa, Colombia on Janauary 10. Photo by: Jorge Londono/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Bandy2026 World Championships

Bandy2026 World Championships

LKS 20260114 Goal keeper #23 Linda Rintala, #21 Nerissa Sorsa and #2 Petra Verhelä of Finland and #5 Karla Thuresson during the women's Bandy World Championships match Finland vs. Sweden on January 14, 2026 in Pori, Finland. - JUSSI PARTANEN / LEHTIKUVA / STR - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES.(Credit:Jussi Partanen/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)