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.

U.S. special adviser Einhorn in Seoul

U.S. special adviser Einhorn in Seoul

SEOUL, South Korea - South Korean Deputy Foreign Minister Kim Jae Shin (R) and Robert Einhorn, special adviser for nonproliferation and arms control at the U.S. Department of State, hold talks in Seoul on Jan. 17, 2012. Einhorn, who also serves as the U.S. coordinator for the implementation of sanctions related to Iran, asked Seoul to reduce its purchase of crude oil from Iran to tighten sanctions on Tehran over its nuclear program.

U.S. special adviser Einhorn in Seoul

U.S. special adviser Einhorn in Seoul

SEOUL, South Korea - South Korean Deputy Foreign Minister Kim Jae Shin (R) and Robert Einhorn, special adviser for nonproliferation and arms control at the U.S. Department of State, shake hands before holding talks in Seoul on Jan. 17, 2012. Einhorn, who also serves as the U.S. coordinator for the implementation of sanctions related to Iran, asked Seoul to reduce its purchase of crude oil from Iran to tighten sanctions on Tehran over its nuclear program.

S. Korea, U.S. discuss next N. Korea leader

S. Korea, U.S. discuss next N. Korea leader

SEOUL, South Korea - Kurt Campbell (L), U.S. assistant secretary of state for East Asian and Pacific affairs, and Kim Jae Shin, South Korean deputy foreign minister, shake hands ahead of their meeting on Oct. 7, 2010, in Seoul. The two discussed the process of transferring power in North Korea that has put the third son of leader Kim Jong Il in line to succeed his father.

S. Korea, U.S. discuss next N. Korea leader

S. Korea, U.S. discuss next N. Korea leader

SEOUL, South Korea - Kurt Campbell, U.S. assistant secretary of state for East Asian and Pacific affairs, speaks to reporters in Seoul on Oct. 7, 2010 after talks with South Korean Deputy Foreign Minister Kim Jae Shin. Campbell said he and Kim discussed the process of transferring power in North Korea that has put the third son of leader Kim Jong Il in line to succeed his father.

S. Korea, U.S. discuss next N. Korea leader

S. Korea, U.S. discuss next N. Korea leader

SEOUL, South Korea - Kurt Campbell (L), U.S. assistant secretary of state for East Asian and Pacific affairs, speaks with Kim Jae Shin, South Korean deputy foreign minister, on Oct. 7, 2010, in Seoul. The two discussed the process of transferring power in North Korea that has put the third son of leader Kim Jong Il in line to succeed his father.

Japan, S. Korea urge N. Korea to fulfill denuclearization pledge

Japan, S. Korea urge N. Korea to fulfill denuclearization pledge

TOKYO, Japan - Kenichiro Sasae (L), director general of the Japanese Foreign Ministry's Asian and Oceanian Affairs Bureau, and Kim Jae Shin, head of South Korea's Foreign Affairs and Trade Ministry's Asian and Pacific Affairs Bureau, shake hands at the Foreign Ministry in Tokyo on May 10 before starting senior-level security talks between the two countries.

Japan, S. Korea urge N. Korea to fulfill denuclearization pledge

Japan, S. Korea urge N. Korea to fulfill denuclearization pledge

TOKYO, Japan - Kenichiro Sasae (L), director general of the Japanese Foreign Ministry's Asian and Oceanian Affairs Bureau, and Kim Jae Shin, head of South Korea's Foreign Affairs and Trade Ministry's Asian and Pacific Affairs Bureau, shake hands at the Foreign Ministry in Tokyo on May 10 before starting senior-level security talks between the two countries. (Kyodo)

U.S. special adviser Einhorn in Seoul

U.S. special adviser Einhorn in Seoul

SEOUL, South Korea - South Korean Deputy Foreign Minister Kim Jae Shin (R) and Robert Einhorn, special adviser for nonproliferation and arms control at the U.S. Department of State, shake hands before holding talks in Seoul on Jan. 17, 2012. Einhorn, who also serves as the U.S. coordinator for the implementation of sanctions related to Iran, asked Seoul to reduce its purchase of crude oil from Iran to tighten sanctions on Tehran over its nuclear program. (Kyodo)

U.S. special adviser Einhorn in Seoul

U.S. special adviser Einhorn in Seoul

SEOUL, South Korea - South Korean Deputy Foreign Minister Kim Jae Shin (R) and Robert Einhorn, special adviser for nonproliferation and arms control at the U.S. Department of State, hold talks in Seoul on Jan. 17, 2012. Einhorn, who also serves as the U.S. coordinator for the implementation of sanctions related to Iran, asked Seoul to reduce its purchase of crude oil from Iran to tighten sanctions on Tehran over its nuclear program. (Kyodo)

S. Korea, U.S. discuss next N. Korea leader

S. Korea, U.S. discuss next N. Korea leader

SEOUL, South Korea - Kurt Campbell (L), U.S. assistant secretary of state for East Asian and Pacific affairs, speaks with Kim Jae Shin, South Korean deputy foreign minister, on Oct. 7, 2010, in Seoul. The two discussed the process of transferring power in North Korea that has put the third son of leader Kim Jong Il in line to succeed his father. (Kyodo)

S. Korea, U.S. discuss next N. Korea leader

S. Korea, U.S. discuss next N. Korea leader

SEOUL, South Korea - Kurt Campbell, U.S. assistant secretary of state for East Asian and Pacific affairs, speaks to reporters in Seoul on Oct. 7, 2010 after talks with South Korean Deputy Foreign Minister Kim Jae Shin. Campbell said he and Kim discussed the process of transferring power in North Korea that has put the third son of leader Kim Jong Il in line to succeed his father. (Kyodo)

S. Korea, U.S. discuss next N. Korea leader

S. Korea, U.S. discuss next N. Korea leader

SEOUL, South Korea - Kurt Campbell (L), U.S. assistant secretary of state for East Asian and Pacific affairs, and Kim Jae Shin, South Korean deputy foreign minister, shake hands ahead of their meeting on Oct. 7, 2010, in Seoul. The two discussed the process of transferring power in North Korea that has put the third son of leader Kim Jong Il in line to succeed his father. (Kyodo)