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Japan: Heavy Snow Paralyzes Aomori as Record Accumulation Piles Up

A series of strong cold air masses brought heavy snowfall to northern Japan from January 21 through February 2. According to authorities, a total of 30 people have died across the region since January 20 due to snow-related incidents. In Aomori City, numerous vehicles were left stranded by the snow, causing traffic congestion in many areas. Snow accumulation reached 178 centimeters on February 2—about 2.6 times the seasonal average—prompting the closure of all public elementary and junior high schools in the city.

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Portugal: Storm Kristin Triggers Deadly Floods and Landslides, Leaving 850,000 Without Power

Storm Kristin has left at least five dead and caused widespread devastation across central and northern Portugal. Labeled an 'extreme climatic event' by the government, the storm brought hurricane-force winds that triggered over 3,300 emergency incidents and knocked out power to 855,000 residents on Wednesday, January 28. While the peak has passed, major rail lines remain suspended and hundreds of thousands of homes are still without electricity as cleanup efforts continue.

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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.

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks to reporters in front of the West Wing at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem leaves after speaking to reporters in front of the West Wing at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks to reporters in front of the West Wing at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks to reporters in front of the West Wing at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks to reporters in front of the West Wing at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks to reporters in front of the West Wing at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem leaves after speaking to reporters in front of the West Wing at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks to reporters in front of the West Wing at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem leaves after speaking to reporters in front of the West Wing at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks to reporters in front of the West Wing at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks to reporters in front of the West Wing at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks to reporters in front of the West Wing at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks to reporters in front of the West Wing at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks to reporters in front of the West Wing at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks to reporters in front of the West Wing at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks to reporters in front of the West Wing at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks to reporters in front of the West Wing at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks to reporters in front of the West Wing at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem walks over to speak with reporters after giving a television interview at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem gives a television interview at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks to reporters in front of the West Wing at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem gives a television interview at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks to reporters in front of the West Wing at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem gives a television interview at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem gives a television interview at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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DC: U.S. Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem at White House

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem gives a television interview at the White House on January 15, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Articles of Impeachment were filed in the House of Representatives to remove Noem from office after a string of incidents involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minnesota, including the killing of Renee Nicole Good after an ICE agent shot her while in her car. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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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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4 Palestinians Killed as Heavy Rains, Strong Winds Sweep Across Area - Gaza

A Palestinian inspects a collapsed building due to the storm in Gaza City, January 13, 2026. Four Palestinians were killed in Gaza City in two separate incidents, as heavy rain and strong winds swept the region on Tuesday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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4 Palestinians Killed as Heavy Rains, Strong Winds Sweep Across Area - Gaza

A Palestinian child passes under a collapsed building due to the storm in Gaza City, January 13, 2026. Four Palestinians were killed in Gaza City in two separate incidents, as heavy rain and strong winds swept the region on Tuesday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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4 Palestinians Killed as Heavy Rains, Strong Winds Sweep Across Area - Gaza

Palestinians inspect a collapsed building due to the storm in Gaza City, January 13, 2026. Four Palestinians were killed in Gaza City in two separate incidents, as heavy rain and strong winds swept the region on Tuesday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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4 Palestinians Killed as Heavy Rains, Strong Winds Sweep Across Area - Gaza

Palestinians inspect a collapsed building due to the storm in Gaza City, January 13, 2026. Four Palestinians were killed in Gaza City in two separate incidents, as heavy rain and strong winds swept the region on Tuesday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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4 Palestinians Killed as Heavy Rains, Strong Winds Sweep Across Area - Gaza

A Palestinian boy inspects a collapsed building due to the storm in Gaza City, January 13, 2026. Four Palestinians were killed in Gaza City in two separate incidents, as heavy rain and strong winds swept the region on Tuesday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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4 Palestinians Killed as Heavy Rains, Strong Winds Sweep Across Area - Gaza

A Palestinian inspects a collapsed building due to the storm in Gaza City, January 13, 2026. Four Palestinians were killed in Gaza City in two separate incidents, as heavy rain and strong winds swept the region on Tuesday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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[Breaking News]Kanji for "bear" chosen as best to characterize 2025

KYOTO, Japan, Dec. 12 Kyodo - Seihan Mori, chief Buddhist priest of Kiyomizu temple in Kyoto, writes the kanji character "kuma," meaning bear, with a calligraphy brush during the annual kanji-of-the-year event on Dec. 12, 2025. The character was chosen to symbolize the national mood for the year due to frequent bear sightings and related incidents across Japan, as well as attention to the return of pandas - written with characters meaning "bear" and "cat" - to China. (Kyodo)

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Kanji for "bear" chosen as best to characterize 2025

KYOTO, Japan, Dec. 12 Kyodo - Seihan Mori, chief Buddhist priest of Kiyomizu temple in Kyoto, writes the kanji character "kuma," meaning bear, with a calligraphy brush during the annual kanji-of-the-year event on Dec. 12, 2025. The character was chosen to symbolize the national mood for the year due to frequent bear sightings and related incidents across Japan, as well as attention to the return of pandas - written with characters meaning "bear" and "cat" - to China. (Kyodo)

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Taiwan: Knife Attack and Smoke Grenades Reported Near MRT Stations in Taipei

A 27-year-old suspect was detained following smoke grenade and knife attacks near Taipei Main Station and Zhongshan MRT station on Friday evening, December 19. Several people were injured after the suspect allegedly carried out a knife attack inside Zhongshan Station, set off smoke grenades, and entered a nearby Eslite Spectrum store before falling from an upper floor. He was taken to hospital, and police are investigating the incidents.

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Taiwan: Knife Attack and Smoke Grenades Reported Near MRT Stations in Taipei 2

A 27-year-old suspect was detained following smoke grenade and knife attacks near Taipei Main Station and Zhongshan MRT station on Friday evening, December 19. Several people were injured after the suspect allegedly carried out a knife attack inside Zhongshan Station, set off smoke grenades, and entered a nearby Eslite Spectrum store before falling from an upper floor. He was taken to hospital, and police are investigating the incidents.

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Kanji for "bear" chosen as best to characterize 2025

Seihan Mori, chief Buddhist priest of Kiyomizu temple in Kyoto, writes the kanji character "kuma," meaning bear, with a calligraphy brush during the annual kanji-of-the-year event on Dec. 12, 2025. The character was chosen to symbolize the national mood for the year due to frequent bear sightings and related incidents across Japan, as well as attention to the return of pandas - written with characters meaning "bear" and "cat" - to China.

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Kanji for "bear" chosen as best to characterize 2025

Seihan Mori, chief Buddhist priest of Kiyomizu temple in Kyoto, writes the kanji character "kuma," meaning bear, with a calligraphy brush during the annual kanji-of-the-year event on Dec. 12, 2025. The character was chosen to symbolize the national mood for the year due to frequent bear sightings and related incidents across Japan, as well as attention to the return of pandas - written with characters meaning "bear" and "cat" - to China.

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Kanji for "bear" chosen as best to characterize 2025

Seihan Mori, chief Buddhist priest of Kiyomizu temple in Kyoto, writes the kanji character "kuma," meaning bear, with a calligraphy brush during the annual kanji-of-the-year event on Dec. 12, 2025. The character was chosen to symbolize the national mood for the year due to frequent bear sightings and related incidents across Japan, as well as attention to the return of pandas - written with characters meaning "bear" and "cat" - to China.

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