US: California’s Garnet Fire Burns 57,000 Acres in Sierra Nevada, Forces Evacuations

The Garnet Fire, sparked by lightning on August 24 in the Sierra National Forest near Garnet Dike, central California has burned about 57,000 acres and is 15% contained. Fire activity remains intense, particularly on the northwestern front, where crews are struggling with steep terrain that limits the use of heavy equipment. Mandatory evacuation orders are in place for multiple zones, with warnings in surrounding areas. Road closures affect McKinley Grove Road and sections of Trimmer Springs Road.

US: Hurricane Erin Brings Storm Surge to North Carolina’s Outer Banks 6

Hurricane Erin is bringing storm surge to North Carolina's Outer Banks while moving through the Atlantic, prompting mandatory evacuations for Hatteras and Ocracoke islands.

US: Large Hail Pelts Kerrville, Texas

Kerrville, Texas experienced large hail on Sunday evening, March 23, as strong storms swept through the city and surrounding areas.

US: Heavy Snowfall And Icy Conditions Grip New England Amid Widespread Storm

A widespread storm swept across the Northeast, bringing heavy snowfall and icy conditions to parts of New England on Sunday, February 16. This video shows heavy snow falling in Hinesburg, Vermont.

South Korea: People Protest Outside Parliament, Calling For President Yoon’s Resignation

South Korean President Yoon Seok-yeo declared martial law late on Tuesday, December 3, accusing the opposition of anti-national activities. However, he lifted the order early Wednesday after the National Assembly passed a resolution calling for its removal. After the emergency order was lifted, protesters gathered around the parliament in Yeouido, calling for Yoon's resignation.

France: Paris Sees First Snowfall Of The Season

Paris saw its first snow of the season on Thursday morning, November 21. Snow also fell much of northern and western France.

New Zealand: Vegetation Fire Erupts In Port Hills In Christchurch, Evacuation Underway 5

A huge vegetation fire erupted in Christchurch's Port Hills Wednesday afternoon, February 14, prompting evacuations of nearby residents. About 55,000 homes are experiencing a power outage due to the fire, reports say.

Cannes A Brighter Tomorrow screening NG

Cannes A Brighter Tomorrow screening NG

Han Jae-duk, Xa Bin Hong, Joong Ki Song, Hyoung Seo Kim, Kim Chang-Hoon and guest attending the screening of ‘Il Sol Dellavvenire (A Brighter Tomorrow)’ and red carpet at Palais Des Festivals in Cannes, France on May 24 2023 as part of the 76th Cannes Film Festival. Photo by Nicolas Genin/ABACAPRESS.COM

Cannes A Brighter Tomorrow screening NG

Cannes A Brighter Tomorrow screening NG

Han Jae-duk, Xa Bin Hong, Joong Ki Song, Hyoung Seo Kim, Kim Chang-Hoon and guest attending the screening of ‘Il Sol Dellavvenire (A Brighter Tomorrow)’ and red carpet at Palais Des Festivals in Cannes, France on May 24 2023 as part of the 76th Cannes Film Festival. Photo by Nicolas Genin/ABACAPRESS.COM

N. Korea leader's grandson to study in Bosnia and Herzegovina

N. Korea leader's grandson to study in Bosnia and Herzegovina

MOSTAR, Bosnia and Herzegovina - A boy, believed to be Kim Han Sol, 16, a son of Kim Jong Nam, North Korean leader Kim Jong Il 's eldest son, smiles in front of a dormitory of the United World College in Mostar, southern Bosnia and Herzegovina, on Oct. 13, 2011. He arrived at the international school the same day and will study there for two years.

N. Korea leader's grandson to study in Bosnia and Herzegovina

N. Korea leader's grandson to study in Bosnia and Herzegovina

MOSTAR, Bosnia and Herzegovina - A boy, believed to be Kim Han Sol, 16, a son of Kim Jong Nam, North Korean leader Kim Jong Il 's eldest son, walks in front of a dormitory of the United World College in Mostar, southern Bosnia and Herzegovina, on Oct. 13, 2011. He arrived at the international school the same day and will study there for two years.

Kim Jong Il's grandson eyes studying in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Kim Jong Il's grandson eyes studying in Bosnia and Herzegovina

MOSTAR, Bosnia and Herzegovina - Photo taken in September 2011 shows the United World College in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina. According to Oct. 6 news reports in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the country's authorities plan to issue a student visa to Kim Han Sol, the son of Kim Jong Nam, North Korean leader Kim Jong Il's eldest son, to study at the international school.

N. Korea leader's grandson to study in Bosnia and Herzegovina

N. Korea leader's grandson to study in Bosnia and Herzegovina

MOSTAR, Bosnia and Herzegovina - A boy, believed to be Kim Han Sol, 16, a son of Kim Jong Nam, North Korean leader Kim Jong Il 's eldest son, smiles in front of a dormitory of the United World College in Mostar, southern Bosnia and Herzegovina, on Oct. 13, 2011. He arrived at the international school the same day and will study there for two years. (Kyodo)

N. Korea leader's grandson to study in Bosnia and Herzegovina

N. Korea leader's grandson to study in Bosnia and Herzegovina

MOSTAR, Bosnia and Herzegovina - A boy, believed to be Kim Han Sol, 16, a son of Kim Jong Nam, North Korean leader Kim Jong Il 's eldest son, walks in front of a dormitory of the United World College in Mostar, southern Bosnia and Herzegovina, on Oct. 13, 2011. He arrived at the international school the same day and will study there for two years. (Kyodo)

Kim Jong Il's grandson eyes studying in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Kim Jong Il's grandson eyes studying in Bosnia and Herzegovina

MOSTAR, Bosnia and Herzegovina - Photo taken in September 2011 shows the United World College in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina. According to Oct. 6 news reports in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the country's authorities plan to issue a student visa to Kim Han Sol, the son of Kim Jong Nam, North Korean leader Kim Jong Il's eldest son, to study at the international school. (Kyodo)

Grandson of late N. Korea leader

Grandson of late N. Korea leader

Kim Han Sol, a son of Kim Jong Nam who is the eldest son of late North Korean leader Kim Jong Il, is pictured in Mostar, southern Bosnia and Herzegovina, in October 2011. Kim Jong Nam was murdered with a nerve agent at Kuala Lumpur International Airport in February 2017. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Shirai wins vault at worlds

Shirai wins vault at worlds

Kenzo Shirai (C) of Japan poses for photos after winning the men's vault at the world gymnastics championships in Montreal, Canada, on Oct. 8, 2017, his second title of the meet. Alongside Shirai are silver medalist Igor Radivilov (L) of Ukraine and bronze medalist Kim Han Sol of South Korea. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Nephew of N. Korean leader gave up attending Oxford: report

Nephew of N. Korean leader gave up attending Oxford: report

File photo taken in October 2011 in Mostar, southern Bosnia and Herzegovina, shows Kim Han Sol, son of Kim Jong Nam, the murdered elder half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. British daily The Mail said on Feb. 19, 2017 that Kim Han Sol had abandoned a plan to study from September 2016 at a graduate college at the University of Oxford amid fears that he could be murdered in Britain. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo