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US: Wintry Weather, Reduced Visibility Impact Pennsylvania

Cold, wintry weather affected much of Pennsylvania on Thursday, January 15, as snow showers and gusty winds moved across the state. Winter Weather Advisories were issued for parts of western and northern Pennsylvania, where snow accumulations of several inches were reported, including areas influenced by lake-effect snow. Slick roads and reduced visibility caused travel disruptions in some communities.

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A tower crane is built in the White House Ballroom construction zone where the East wing previously stood at the White House

A tower crane is built in the White House ballroom construction zone where the East wing previously stood at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 13 January 2026. Democrats are asking the nonprofit group that manages donations to the White House ballroom for details on how much has been raised for the project and if there are any conditions attached to the donations.

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A tower crane is built in the White House Ballroom construction zone where the East wing previously stood at the White House

A tower crane is built in the White House ballroom construction zone where the East wing previously stood at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 13 January 2026. Democrats are asking the nonprofit group that manages donations to the White House ballroom for details on how much has been raised for the project and if there are any conditions attached to the donations.

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A tower crane is built in the White House Ballroom construction zone where the East wing previously stood at the White House

A tower crane is built in the White House ballroom construction zone where the East wing previously stood at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 13 January 2026. Democrats are asking the nonprofit group that manages donations to the White House ballroom for details on how much has been raised for the project and if there are any conditions attached to the donations.

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Turkey: Severe Cold Wave Brings Snow Across Country, Forcing School Closures

A severe cold wave hit much of Turkey, including Istanbul and Ankara, forcing many schools to close on Monday, January 12. The suspension of education continued on Tuesday in several provinces due to heavy snow and the ongoing risk of ice and avalanches.

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Turkey: Severe Cold Wave Brings Snow Across Country, Forcing School Closures 2

A severe cold wave hit much of Turkey, including Istanbul and Ankara, forcing many schools to close on Monday, January 12. The suspension of education continued on Tuesday in several provinces due to heavy snow and the ongoing risk of ice and avalanches.

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Spain: Dense Fog Triggers Travel Chaos and Flight Diversions in Madrid and Vigo

Persistent fog and overcast skies across Madrid and Vigo caused significant travel disruptions this Thursday, January 8. Dense morning fog at Peinador Airport forced a Madrid-bound flight to divert much further than its usual alternative in Santiago, ultimately extending the journey for frustrated passengers by more than three hours.

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Gaza Seaport Sunset

An aerial view shows displaced Palestinians living in makeshift shelters among the ruins of destroyed buildings along the coastline of Gaza City in the Gaza Strip on January 6, 2026. The war has devastated large parts of Gaza City, leaving much of the population displaced and reliant on temporary shelters. Photo by Hassan Salem/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Seaport Sunset

An aerial view shows displaced Palestinians living in makeshift shelters among the ruins of destroyed buildings along the coastline of Gaza City in the Gaza Strip on January 6, 2026. The war has devastated large parts of Gaza City, leaving much of the population displaced and reliant on temporary shelters. Photo by Hassan Salem/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Seaport Sunset

An aerial view shows displaced Palestinians living in makeshift shelters among the ruins of destroyed buildings along the coastline of Gaza City in the Gaza Strip on January 6, 2026. The war has devastated large parts of Gaza City, leaving much of the population displaced and reliant on temporary shelters. Photo by Hassan Salem/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Seaport Sunset

An aerial view shows displaced Palestinians living in makeshift shelters among the ruins of destroyed buildings along the coastline of Gaza City in the Gaza Strip on January 6, 2026. The war has devastated large parts of Gaza City, leaving much of the population displaced and reliant on temporary shelters. Photo by Hassan Salem/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Seaport Sunset

An aerial view shows displaced Palestinians living in makeshift shelters among the ruins of destroyed buildings along the coastline of Gaza City in the Gaza Strip on January 6, 2026. The war has devastated large parts of Gaza City, leaving much of the population displaced and reliant on temporary shelters. Photo by Hassan Salem/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Seaport Sunset

An aerial view shows displaced Palestinians living in makeshift shelters among the ruins of destroyed buildings along the coastline of Gaza City in the Gaza Strip on January 6, 2026. The war has devastated large parts of Gaza City, leaving much of the population displaced and reliant on temporary shelters. Photo by Hassan Salem/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Seaport Sunset

An aerial view shows displaced Palestinians living in makeshift shelters among the ruins of destroyed buildings along the coastline of Gaza City in the Gaza Strip on January 6, 2026. The war has devastated large parts of Gaza City, leaving much of the population displaced and reliant on temporary shelters. Photo by Hassan Salem/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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UK: Snow and Ice Warnings Issued for Much of Country

Snow and ice warnings were issued for much of the UK on Friday, January 2. A number of yellow warnings were in place, and an amber warning was in effect for Scotland.

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UK: Snow Blankets Country as Major Winter Storm Unfolds

Meteorologists have warned of wintry conditions sweeping across the UK on Friday, January 2. The Met Office is pointing to cold Arctic air now covering much of the country. Currently amber warnings for snow issued in Scotland, while a yellow snow and ice warning in North Staffordshire will run until noon. Existing warnings for snow and ice, which remain in effect across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, will last from today until Sunday, January 4.

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US: Tornado Warnings Issued Across Central Illinois as Cold Front Brings Damaging Winds

The National Weather Service issued tornado warnings and watches across much of central Illinois on Sunday, December 28, as a powerful cold front moved through the state, bringing threats of damaging winds and tornadoes. A confirmed tornado was reported in Long Creek, near Decatur, where flying debris caused damage to roofs, windows, and trees.

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China: Giant Panda Turns Into “White Bear” After Rolling in Snow

On January 21, 2024, in Xi’an, located in northwestern China’s Shaanxi province, a video captured the first snowfall of winter at the Qinling Four Treasures Science Park. Giant panda Qizai played on a slope near a tree. In the footage, Qizai rolled from the higher ground down toward the lower panda house area, turning over several times. Snowflakes stuck to its fur, gradually covering much of its body. By the time it reached the bottom, the panda looked like a round “white bear” with dark patches. The clip highlights the contrast between the thick snow, the enclosure, and the panda’s lively sliding movements.

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Spain: Atlantic Front Brings Heavy Rainfall and Drop in Temperatures, Some Areas See Snow

While the severe weather alerts in the Mediterranean have eased, heavy rain persists on Wednesday, December 17, in the Valencian Community, the Balearic Islands, and coastal Catalonia. A new Atlantic front is set to approach Spain, bringing a significant drop in temperatures and a fresh round of widespread rainfall. This shift will also lower the snow level to approximately 1,000 meters, signaling a transition to colder, more wintry conditions for much of the country.

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US: Widespread Snow Blankets Tri-State Area 3

Accumulating snow was seen across the Tri-State area on Saturday, December 13 The National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories for New York and New Jersey through Sunday afternoon, while winter storm warnings were in effect for much of New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania. Across the region, snowfall totals ranged from a couple of inches to as much as six inches.

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US: Widespread Snow Blankets Tri-State Area 2

Accumulating snow was seen across the Tri-State area on Saturday, December 13 The National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories for New York and New Jersey through Sunday afternoon, while winter storm warnings were in effect for much of New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania. Across the region, snowfall totals ranged from a couple of inches to as much as six inches.

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US: First Major Snow of Season Blankets New York City 2

New York City experienced its first significant snowfall of the season overnight into Sunday, December 14, as snow spread across the Tri-State area. The National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories for New York and New Jersey through Sunday afternoon, while winter storm warnings were in effect for much of New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania. Across the region, snowfall totals ranged from a couple of inches to as much as six inches.

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