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Canada: Dust Storm Blankets Southern Manitoba, Causing Hazardous Conditions 2

Canadian weather authorities issued a rare dust storm warning Thursday, May 14 for a wide swath of southern Manitoba, including Winnipeg and the Red River Valley. Strong westerly winds gusting up to 100 km/h sent dust swirling across the region, suddenly dropping visibility to dangerous levels in some areas. Authorities urged drivers to turn on headlights and reduce speed. Dust storm warnings are considered uncommon in the province.

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Canada: Blowing Dust Reduces Visibility Along Alberta Highway Amid Wind Warning

Blowing dust reduced visibility across parts of Alberta on May 14, as Environment and Climate Change Canada issued a Wind Warning for a large swath of the province. This video was captured from a car driving on Highway 21 south of Trochu, central Alberta.

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Canada: Dust Storm Blankets Southern Manitoba, Causing Hazardous Conditions

Canadian weather authorities issued a rare dust storm warning Thursday, May 14 for a wide swath of southern Manitoba, including Winnipeg and the Red River Valley. Strong westerly winds gusting up to 100 km/h sent dust swirling across the region, suddenly dropping visibility to dangerous levels in some areas. Authorities urged drivers to turn on headlights and reduce speed. Dust storm warnings are considered uncommon in the province.

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Minamata marks 70th anniv. of mercury-poisoning disease

Japanese Environment Minister Hirotaka Ishihara delivers a speech at a memorial service for the victims of Minamata disease in Minamata, Kumamoto prefecture, southwestern Japan, on May 1, 2026, the 70th anniversary of Japan's official recognition of the mercury-poisoning disease caused by industrial pollution.

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Minamata marks 70th anniv. of mercury-poisoning disease

Japanese Environment Minister Hirotaka Ishihara (2nd from R) meets with members of a Minamata disease suffers group in Minamata, Kumamoto Prefecture in southwestern Japan, on May 1, 2026, the 70th anniversary of Japan's official recognition of the mercury-poisoning disease caused by industrial pollution. (Pool photo)

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Japan Crown Princess Kiko at health lab in Ehime Pref.

Japan's Crown Princess Kiko visits a hygiene and environment research institute on March 18, 2026, in Toon in Ehime Prefecture, western Japan.

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Japan Crown Princess Kiko at health lab in Ehime Pref.

Japan's Crown Princess Kiko visits a hygiene and environment research institute on March 18, 2026, in Toon in Ehime Prefecture, western Japan.

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Japan Crown Princess Kiko at health lab in Ehime Pref.

Japan's Crown Princess Kiko visits a hygiene and environment research institute on March 18, 2026, in Toon in Ehime Prefecture, western Japan.

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Canada: Snow Squalls and Cold Weather Continue to Batter Southern Ontario

Environment Canada issued snow squall and cold warnings on Tuesday, January 27, as the chilly weather continued to batter the region, including the Greater Toronto Area.

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New Zealand: Landslide Hits Mount Maunganui 3

Six people, including two teenagers, are missing after a major landslide struck a local campground in Mount Maunganui on Thursday, January 22. Police are also seeking information on three others as search and rescue operations continue in a dangerous environment, with authorities describing the incident as a national tragedy and the community rallying to support affected families.

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New Zealand: Landslide Hits Mount Maunganui 2

Six people, including two teenagers, are missing after a major landslide struck a local campground in Mount Maunganui on Thursday, January 22. Police are also seeking information on three others as search and rescue operations continue in a dangerous environment, with authorities describing the incident as a national tragedy and the community rallying to support affected families.

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Canada: Heavy Snow Causes Widespread Disruptions in Southern Ontario

Heavy snow hit southern Ontario on Thursday, disrupting schools, transportation and travel across the region. Environment Canada said parts of the Greater Toronto Area could see up to 40 centimeters of snow, prompting school closures, widespread road accidents and highway shutdowns. Police reported hundreds of collisions, while major transit delays and flight cancellations were reported at Toronto Pearson Airport as the storm caused hazardous conditions throughout the day.

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Press Conference at the Agricultural Ministry - Paris

French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard, French Public Accounts Minister Amelie de Montchalin and French junior Minister in charge of the environment Mathieu Lefevre, during a press conference focused on announcements for the agricultural sector at the French Agriculture Ministry in Paris on January 9, 2026. French farmers have been demonstrating over a number of issues involving their sector, notably including the EU-Mercosur trade deal and more recently the government's handling of the epidemic of bovine sickness nodular dermatitis (dermatose nodulaire contagieuse). Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Press Conference at the Agricultural Ministry - Paris

French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard, French Public Accounts Minister Amelie de Montchalin and French junior Minister in charge of the environment Mathieu Lefevre, during a press conference focused on announcements for the agricultural sector at the French Agriculture Ministry in Paris on January 9, 2026. French farmers have been demonstrating over a number of issues involving their sector, notably including the EU-Mercosur trade deal and more recently the government's handling of the epidemic of bovine sickness nodular dermatitis (dermatose nodulaire contagieuse). Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Press Conference at the Agricultural Ministry - Paris

French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard, French Public Accounts Minister Amelie de Montchalin and French junior Minister in charge of the environment Mathieu Lefevre, during a press conference focused on announcements for the agricultural sector at the French Agriculture Ministry in Paris on January 9, 2026. French farmers have been demonstrating over a number of issues involving their sector, notably including the EU-Mercosur trade deal and more recently the government's handling of the epidemic of bovine sickness nodular dermatitis (dermatose nodulaire contagieuse). Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Press Conference at the Agricultural Ministry - Paris

French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard, French Public Accounts Minister Amelie de Montchalin and French junior Minister in charge of the environment Mathieu Lefevre, during a press conference focused on announcements for the agricultural sector at the French Agriculture Ministry in Paris on January 9, 2026. French farmers have been demonstrating over a number of issues involving their sector, notably including the EU-Mercosur trade deal and more recently the government's handling of the epidemic of bovine sickness nodular dermatitis (dermatose nodulaire contagieuse). Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Press Conference at the Agricultural Ministry - Paris

French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard, French Public Accounts Minister Amelie de Montchalin and French junior Minister in charge of the environment Mathieu Lefevre, during a press conference focused on announcements for the agricultural sector at the French Agriculture Ministry in Paris on January 9, 2026. French farmers have been demonstrating over a number of issues involving their sector, notably including the EU-Mercosur trade deal and more recently the government's handling of the epidemic of bovine sickness nodular dermatitis (dermatose nodulaire contagieuse). Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Press Conference at the Agricultural Ministry - Paris

French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard, French Public Accounts Minister Amelie de Montchalin and French junior Minister in charge of the environment Mathieu Lefevre, during a press conference focused on announcements for the agricultural sector at the French Agriculture Ministry in Paris on January 9, 2026. French farmers have been demonstrating over a number of issues involving their sector, notably including the EU-Mercosur trade deal and more recently the government's handling of the epidemic of bovine sickness nodular dermatitis (dermatose nodulaire contagieuse). Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Press Conference at the Agricultural Ministry - Paris

French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard, French Public Accounts Minister Amelie de Montchalin and French junior Minister in charge of the environment Mathieu Lefevre, during a press conference focused on announcements for the agricultural sector at the French Agriculture Ministry in Paris on January 9, 2026. French farmers have been demonstrating over a number of issues involving their sector, notably including the EU-Mercosur trade deal and more recently the government's handling of the epidemic of bovine sickness nodular dermatitis (dermatose nodulaire contagieuse). Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Press Conference at the Agricultural Ministry - Paris

French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard, French Public Accounts Minister Amelie de Montchalin and French junior Minister in charge of the environment Mathieu Lefevre, during a press conference focused on announcements for the agricultural sector at the French Agriculture Ministry in Paris on January 9, 2026. French farmers have been demonstrating over a number of issues involving their sector, notably including the EU-Mercosur trade deal and more recently the government's handling of the epidemic of bovine sickness nodular dermatitis (dermatose nodulaire contagieuse). Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Press Conference at the Agricultural Ministry - Paris

French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard, French Public Accounts Minister Amelie de Montchalin and French junior Minister in charge of the environment Mathieu Lefevre, during a press conference focused on announcements for the agricultural sector at the French Agriculture Ministry in Paris on January 9, 2026. French farmers have been demonstrating over a number of issues involving their sector, notably including the EU-Mercosur trade deal and more recently the government's handling of the epidemic of bovine sickness nodular dermatitis (dermatose nodulaire contagieuse). Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Press Conference at the Agricultural Ministry - Paris

French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard, French Public Accounts Minister Amelie de Montchalin and French junior Minister in charge of the environment Mathieu Lefevre, during a press conference focused on announcements for the agricultural sector at the French Agriculture Ministry in Paris on January 9, 2026. French farmers have been demonstrating over a number of issues involving their sector, notably including the EU-Mercosur trade deal and more recently the government's handling of the epidemic of bovine sickness nodular dermatitis (dermatose nodulaire contagieuse). Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Press Conference at the Agricultural Ministry - Paris

French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard, French Public Accounts Minister Amelie de Montchalin and French junior Minister in charge of the environment Mathieu Lefevre, during a press conference focused on announcements for the agricultural sector at the French Agriculture Ministry in Paris on January 9, 2026. French farmers have been demonstrating over a number of issues involving their sector, notably including the EU-Mercosur trade deal and more recently the government's handling of the epidemic of bovine sickness nodular dermatitis (dermatose nodulaire contagieuse). Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Press Conference at the Agricultural Ministry - Paris

French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard, French Public Accounts Minister Amelie de Montchalin and French junior Minister in charge of the environment Mathieu Lefevre, during a press conference focused on announcements for the agricultural sector at the French Agriculture Ministry in Paris on January 9, 2026. French farmers have been demonstrating over a number of issues involving their sector, notably including the EU-Mercosur trade deal and more recently the government's handling of the epidemic of bovine sickness nodular dermatitis (dermatose nodulaire contagieuse). Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Press Conference at the Agricultural Ministry - Paris

French junior Minister in charge of the environment Mathieu Lefevre, during a press conference focused on announcements for the agricultural sector at the French Agriculture Ministry in Paris on January 9, 2026. French farmers have been demonstrating over a number of issues involving their sector, notably including the EU-Mercosur trade deal and more recently the government's handling of the epidemic of bovine sickness nodular dermatitis (dermatose nodulaire contagieuse). Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Press Conference at the Agricultural Ministry - Paris

French junior Minister in charge of the environment Mathieu Lefevre, French Minister of Action and Public Accounts Amelie de Montchalin during a press conference focused on announcements for the agricultural sector at the French Agriculture Ministry in Paris on January 9, 2026. French farmers have been demonstrating over a number of issues involving their sector, notably including the EU-Mercosur trade deal and more recently the government's handling of the epidemic of bovine sickness nodular dermatitis (dermatose nodulaire contagieuse). Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Press Conference at the Agricultural Ministry - Paris

French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard, French Public Accounts Minister Amelie de Montchalin and French junior Minister in charge of the environment Mathieu Lefevre, during a press conference focused on announcements for the agricultural sector at the French Agriculture Ministry in Paris on January 9, 2026. French farmers have been demonstrating over a number of issues involving their sector, notably including the EU-Mercosur trade deal and more recently the government's handling of the epidemic of bovine sickness nodular dermatitis (dermatose nodulaire contagieuse). Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Press Conference at the Agricultural Ministry - Paris

French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard, French Public Accounts Minister Amelie de Montchalin and French junior Minister in charge of the environment Mathieu Lefevre, during a press conference focused on announcements for the agricultural sector at the French Agriculture Ministry in Paris on January 9, 2026. French farmers have been demonstrating over a number of issues involving their sector, notably including the EU-Mercosur trade deal and more recently the government's handling of the epidemic of bovine sickness nodular dermatitis (dermatose nodulaire contagieuse). Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Press Conference at the Agricultural Ministry - Paris

French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard, French Public Accounts Minister Amelie de Montchalin and French junior Minister in charge of the environment Mathieu Lefevre, during a press conference focused on announcements for the agricultural sector at the French Agriculture Ministry in Paris on January 9, 2026. French farmers have been demonstrating over a number of issues involving their sector, notably including the EU-Mercosur trade deal and more recently the government's handling of the epidemic of bovine sickness nodular dermatitis (dermatose nodulaire contagieuse). Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Press Conference at the Agricultural Ministry - Paris

French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard, French Public Accounts Minister Amelie de Montchalin and French junior Minister in charge of the environment Mathieu Lefevre, during a press conference focused on announcements for the agricultural sector at the French Agriculture Ministry in Paris on January 9, 2026. French farmers have been demonstrating over a number of issues involving their sector, notably including the EU-Mercosur trade deal and more recently the government's handling of the epidemic of bovine sickness nodular dermatitis (dermatose nodulaire contagieuse). Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Press Conference at the Agricultural Ministry - Paris

French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard, French Public Accounts Minister Amelie de Montchalin and French junior Minister in charge of the environment Mathieu Lefevre, during a press conference focused on announcements for the agricultural sector at the French Agriculture Ministry in Paris on January 9, 2026. French farmers have been demonstrating over a number of issues involving their sector, notably including the EU-Mercosur trade deal and more recently the government's handling of the epidemic of bovine sickness nodular dermatitis (dermatose nodulaire contagieuse). Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Press Conference at the Agricultural Ministry - Paris

French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard, French Public Accounts Minister Amelie de Montchalin and French junior Minister in charge of the environment Mathieu Lefevre, during a press conference focused on announcements for the agricultural sector at the French Agriculture Ministry in Paris on January 9, 2026. French farmers have been demonstrating over a number of issues involving their sector, notably including the EU-Mercosur trade deal and more recently the government's handling of the epidemic of bovine sickness nodular dermatitis (dermatose nodulaire contagieuse). Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Press Conference at the Agricultural Ministry - Paris

French junior Minister in charge of the environment Mathieu Lefevre, during a press conference focused on announcements for the agricultural sector at the French Agriculture Ministry in Paris on January 9, 2026. French farmers have been demonstrating over a number of issues involving their sector, notably including the EU-Mercosur trade deal and more recently the government's handling of the epidemic of bovine sickness nodular dermatitis (dermatose nodulaire contagieuse). Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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