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US: Gas Line Explosion Reported Near Willow River in Minnesota, Forcing Evacuations

A large gas line explosion was reported on Friday, January 16, near Willow River in Pine County, Minnesota, forcing nearby residents to evacuate. Minnesota Energy Resources said customers in the area could be without natural gas for days, though authorities reported no injuries and suspect no criminal activity at this time.

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US: Gas Line Explosion Reported Near Willow River in Minnesota, Forcing Evacuations 2

A large gas line explosion was reported on Friday, January 16, near Willow River in Pine County, Minnesota, forcing nearby residents to evacuate. Minnesota Energy Resources said customers in the area could be without natural gas for days, though authorities reported no injuries and suspect no criminal activity at this time.

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US: High Winds Trigger Dust Storms and Power Outages Across Northern Colorado

High winds with gusts of up to 70 mph ripped through northern Colorado on Friday, January 16, leaving tens of thousands of homes without power, triggering dust storms, and closing highways.

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Independent Energy Storage Power Station Construction

Construction workers were installing auxiliary equipment at the 300MW/1200MWh independent energy storage power station construction site in GaoTai County, Zhangye City, Gansu Province, China on January 15, 2026.

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Independent Energy Storage Power Station Construction

Construction workers were installing auxiliary equipment at the 300MW/1200MWh independent energy storage power station construction site in GaoTai County, Zhangye City, Gansu Province, China on January 15, 2026.

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Independent Energy Storage Power Station Construction

Construction workers are connecting the cable terminals at the construction site of the 300MW/1200MWh independent energy storage power station project in GaoTai County, Zhangye City, Gansu Province, China on January 15, 2026.

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Independent Energy Storage Power Station Construction

The constructors were adjusting the storage battery container at the construction site of the 300MW/1200MWh independent energy storage project in GaoTai County, Zhangye City, Gansu Province, China on January 15, 2026.

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Independent Energy Storage Power Station Construction

The constructors were adjusting the storage battery container at the construction site of the 300MW/1200MWh independent energy storage project in GaoTai County, Zhangye City, Gansu Province, China on January 15, 2026.

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Independent Energy Storage Power Station Construction

The constructors were adjusting the storage battery container at the construction site of the 300MW/1200MWh independent energy storage project in GaoTai County, Zhangye City, Gansu Province, China on January 15, 2026.

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Independent Energy Storage Power Station Construction

Construction workers are connecting the cable terminals at the construction site of the 300MW/1200MWh independent energy storage power station project in GaoTai County, Zhangye City, Gansu Province, China on January 15, 2026.

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Independent Energy Storage Power Station Construction

Construction workers are connecting the cable terminals at the construction site of the 300MW/1200MWh independent energy storage power station project in GaoTai County, Zhangye City, Gansu Province, China on January 15, 2026.

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Independent Energy Storage Power Station Construction

The constructors were adjusting the storage battery container at the construction site of the 300MW/1200MWh independent energy storage project in GaoTai County, Zhangye City, Gansu Province, China on January 15, 2026.

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Independent Energy Storage Power Station Construction

The constructors were adjusting the storage battery container at the construction site of the 300MW/1200MWh independent energy storage project in GaoTai County, Zhangye City, Gansu Province, China on January 15, 2026.

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US: Heavy Lake Effect Snow Blankets Western and Central New York

A band of lake effect snow blanketed parts of western and central New York on Thursday, January 15, prompting numerous schools and businesses to close.

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COUNTY GOVERNORS MEET THE ROYAL FAMILY

STOCKHOLM 20260115 King Carl Gustaf, Queen Silvia, Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Carl Philip meet with county governors at the Royal Palace in Stockholm. Photo: Claudio Bresciani / TT / Code 10090

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COUNTY GOVERNORS MEET THE ROYAL FAMILY

STOCKHOLM 20260115 King Carl Gustaf, Queen Silvia, Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Carl Philip meet with county governors at the Royal Palace in Stockholm. Photo: Claudio Bresciani / TT / Code 10090

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COUNTY GOVERNORS MEET THE ROYAL FAMILY

STOCKHOLM 20260115 King Carl Gustaf, Queen Silvia, Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Carl Philip meet with county governors at the Royal Palace in Stockholm. Photo: Claudio Bresciani / TT / Code 10090

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COUNTY GOVERNORS MEET THE ROYAL FAMILY

STOCKHOLM 20260115King Carl Gustaf, Queen Silvia, Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Carl Philip meet with county governors at the Royal Palace in Stockholm .Here Crown Princess Victoria, Lotta Finstorp, County Governor of Norrbotten County, Gunilla Svantorp, County Governor of Östergötland County and Stefan Attefall, County Governor of Uppsala County.Photo: Claudio Bresciani / TT / Code 10090

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COUNTY GOVERNORS MEET THE ROYAL FAMILY

STOCKHOLM 20260115 King Carl Gustaf, Queen Silvia, Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Carl Philip meet with county governors at the Royal Palace in Stockholm. Photo: Claudio Bresciani / TT / Code 10090

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COUNTY GOVERNORS MEET THE ROYAL FAMILY

STOCKHOLM 20260115 King Carl Gustaf, Queen Silvia, Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Carl Philip meet with county governors at the Royal Palace in Stockholm. Photo: Claudio Bresciani / TT / Code 10090

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COUNTY GOVERNORS MEET THE ROYAL FAMILY

STOCKHOLM 20260115 King Carl Gustaf, Queen Silvia, Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Carl Philip meet with county governors at the Royal Palace in Stockholm. Photo: Claudio Bresciani / TT / Code 10090

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COUNTY GOVERNORS MEET THE ROYAL FAMILY

STOCKHOLM 20260115 King Carl Gustaf, Queen Silvia, Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Carl Philip meet with county governors at the Royal Palace in Stockholm. Photo: Claudio Bresciani / TT / Code 10090

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COUNTY GOVERNORS MEET THE ROYAL FAMILY

STOCKHOLM 20260115 King Carl Gustaf, Queen Silvia, Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Carl Philip meet with county governors at the Royal Palace in Stockholm. Photo: Claudio Bresciani / TT / Code 10090

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COUNTY GOVERNORS MEET THE ROYAL FAMILY

STOCKHOLM 20260115 King Carl Gustaf, Queen Silvia, Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Carl Philip meet with county governors at the Royal Palace in Stockholm. Photo: Claudio Bresciani / TT / Code 10090

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COUNTY GOVERNORS MEET THE ROYAL FAMILY

STOCKHOLM 20260115 King Carl Gustaf, Queen Silvia, Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Carl Philip meet with county governors at the Royal Palace in Stockholm. Photo: Claudio Bresciani / TT / Code 10090

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US: Wintry Weather Brings Snow Bursts and Gusts, Impacting Western NC Commute

A sudden burst of snow and gusty winds triggered school closures and significant travel delays across Western North Carolina on Thursday, January 15. The wintry weather severely complicated the morning commute, as blowing snow and icy roads created hazardous driving conditions throughout the Asheville area. Some areas saw rapid snow accumulation and slick surfaces, leading to several reported traffic incidents.

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US: Snow Squalls Move Into Kentucky 2

Snow showers and brief snow squalls affected southern Indiana and parts of Kentucky on January 14, 2026, as arctic air moved into the Ohio Valley.

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US: Snow Squalls Move Into Kentucky

Snow showers and brief snow squalls affected southern Indiana and parts of Kentucky on January 14, 2026, as arctic air moved into the Ohio Valley.

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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.

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US: Vibrant Aurora Display Visible Across Northern Maine

A Northern Lights display was visible in Masardis, Maine, on Saturday, January 10.

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US: Snow Squalls Prompt Alerts in Northern New Jersey

Snow alerts were issued Sunday, January 11, for six counties in northern New Jersey as snow squalls and strong winds threatened to reduce visibility and create hazardous road conditions through the evening.

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US: Cold Front Brings Snow and High Winds to Virginia

A cold front moved through Virginia on Sunday, January 11, bringing snow and wind gusts of 30 to 40mph.

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Civil Unmanned Aerial Experimental Zone Construction

ANQING, CHINA - JANUARY 10, 2026 - The construction site of the Anqing Civil Unmanned Aerial Experimental Zone project, one of the first 13 civil unmanned aerial experimental bases (experimental zones) in China, is located in Yuexi County, Anqing City, Anhui Province, China on January 10, 2026.

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Civil Unmanned Aerial Experimental Zone Construction

ANQING, CHINA - JANUARY 10, 2026 - The construction site of the Anqing Civil Unmanned Aerial Experimental Zone project, one of the first 13 civil unmanned aerial experimental bases (experimental zones) in China, is located in Yuexi County, Anqing City, Anhui Province, China on January 10, 2026.

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Civil Unmanned Aerial Experimental Zone Construction

ANQING, CHINA - JANUARY 10, 2026 - The construction site of the Anqing Civil Unmanned Aerial Experimental Zone project, one of the first 13 civil unmanned aerial experimental bases (experimental zones) in China, is located in Yuexi County, Anqing City, Anhui Province, China on January 10, 2026.

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Civil Unmanned Aerial Experimental Zone Construction

ANQING, CHINA - JANUARY 10, 2026 - The construction site of the Anqing Civil Unmanned Aerial Experimental Zone project, one of the first 13 civil unmanned aerial experimental bases (experimental zones) in China, is located in Yuexi County, Anqing City, Anhui Province, China on January 10, 2026.

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PEOPLE AND DEFENSE 2026

Sweden's King Carl Gustaf and Crown Princess Victoria are received by County Governor Helena Höij, Jan-Olof Jacke, Chairman of Folk och Försvar, and Maud Holma von Heijne, Secretary General of Folk och Försvar, at the Folk och Försvar Annual National Conference at the Högfjällshotellet in Sälen, Sweden, January 11, 2026.Photo: Henrik Montgomery / TT / Code 10060

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PEOPLE AND DEFENSE 2026

Crown Princess Victoria and King Carl Gustaf are received by County Governor Helena Höij, Jan-Olof Jacke, Chairman of Folk och Försvar, and Maud Holma von Heijne, Secretary General of Folk och Försvar, at the Folk och Försvar Annual National Conference at the Högfjällshotellet in Sälen, Sweden, January 11, 2026.Photo: Henrik Montgomery / TT / Code 10060

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US: Winter Storm Warning Issued for Several Counties, WA

A cold weather system is moving through western Washington this week, bringing heavy snowfall of 2 to 4 feet to the mountains and wind gusts reaching 50 mph. In response to this major front, the National Weather Service (NWS) issued a Winter Storm Warning for several counties, including King, Snohomish, and Pierce. The warning remains in effect until 4:00 PM today, Thursday, January 8, as hazardous travel and whiteout conditions continue to impact mountain passes.

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