Rare Solar Storm Triggers Northern Lights Across Europe and North America 7

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.

Spain: Flooding Hits Girona After Torrential Rain 2

Severe storms in northeastern Spain caused widespread flooding across the Girona region after two days of torrential rain, with rivers overflowing and roads closed. Firefighters recovered the body of a man believed to be a local resident whose car was swept away by floodwaters during Storm Harry, as authorities urged residents to avoid travel and remain at home.

Spain: Flooding Hits Girona After Torrential Rain

Severe storms in northeastern Spain caused widespread flooding across the Girona region after two days of torrential rain, with rivers overflowing and roads closed. Firefighters recovered the body of a man believed to be a local resident whose car was swept away by floodwaters during Storm Harry, as authorities urged residents to avoid travel and remain at home.

Malta: Storm Harry Batters Islands with Severe Flooding and Destructive Winds

Storm Harry battered the Maltese Islands with winds exceeding 100 kilometers per hour, causing widespread flooding and over 300 emergency incidents. The severe weather forced the closure of schools and businesses on Tuesday, January 20, suspended ferry and mail services, and led to the diversion of several international flights.

Spain: Emergency Services Rush to Site of Deadly Train Crash Near Barcelona

A train driver was killed and dozens of others were injured after a commuter train derailed and struck a fallen retaining wall near Barcelona on Tuesday, January 20. Emergency services dispatched 20 ambulances to the site between Gelida and Sant Sadurní d'Anoia, where all passengers were successfully evacuated from the wreckage.

Rare Solar Storm Triggers Northern Lights Across Europe and North America 6

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.

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.

Macron at the Business France event during World Economic Forum annual meeting - Davos

Macron at the Business France event during World Economic Forum annual meeting - Davos

French President Emmanuel Macron flanked by French junior Minister in charge of Europe Benjamin Haddad speaks to business leaders at the Business France event during the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland on January 20, 2026. The World Economic Forum takes place in Davos from January 19 to January 23, 2026. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

Macron at the Business France event during World Economic Forum annual meeting - Davos

Macron at the Business France event during World Economic Forum annual meeting - Davos

French President Emmanuel Macron flanked by French junior Minister in charge of Europe Benjamin Haddad speaks to business leaders at the Business France event during the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland on January 20, 2026. The World Economic Forum takes place in Davos from January 19 to January 23, 2026. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

Macron at the Business France event during World Economic Forum annual meeting - Davos

Macron at the Business France event during World Economic Forum annual meeting - Davos

French President Emmanuel Macron flanked by French junior Minister in charge of Europe Benjamin Haddad speaks to business leaders at the Business France event during the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland on January 20, 2026. The World Economic Forum takes place in Davos from January 19 to January 23, 2026. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

Macron at the Business France event during World Economic Forum annual meeting - Davos

Macron at the Business France event during World Economic Forum annual meeting - Davos

French President Emmanuel Macron flanked by French junior Minister in charge of Europe Benjamin Haddad speaks to business leaders at the Business France event during the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland on January 20, 2026. The World Economic Forum takes place in Davos from January 19 to January 23, 2026. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Manon Aubry - Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Arnaud Rousseau - Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Arnaud Rousseau - Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Manon Aubry - Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Manon Aubry - Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Manon Aubry - Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Manon Aubry - Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Manon Aubry - Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Arnaud Rousseau - Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Manon Aubry - Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Farmers Demonstrate Against the EU-Mercosur Agreement - Strasbourg

Thousands of angry farmers protest against the free trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. Gathered in front of the European Parliament, they await the vote of MEPs. In attendance are MEPs, politicians and leaders of agricultural organizations. January 20, 2026, Strasbourg, Eastern France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM