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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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US: Four Injured in Metallurgical Plant Explosion in Langeloth, Pennsylvania

Four people were injured after an explosion at the Langeloth Metallurgical Company plant in Washington County, Pennsylvania, on Thursday, January 29. Authorities initially issued a shelter-in-place order due to a potential hydrogen peroxide release during a chemical transfer, but the notice was later lifted after officials confirmed there was no public health threat.

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Colombia: Heavy Rain Hits Medellín, Causing Floods and Damage 2

On January 28, 2026, heavy rainfall in Medellín triggered multiple flooding emergencies, especially in the southeastern area of El Poblado. Overflowing of the La Presidenta creek flooded streets and prompted authorities to advise using alternative routes. The storm also caused fallen trees and a collapsed wall, damaging vehicles and public spaces, though no injuries were reported. In addition, lightning strikes affected the city, temporarily suspending operation of all six Metro cable cars before service was restored. Residents were advised to stay indoors and report emergencies via local authorities.

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Colombia: Heavy Rain Hits Medellín, Causing Floods and Damage

On January 28, 2026, heavy rainfall in Medellín triggered multiple flooding emergencies, especially in the southeastern area of El Poblado. Overflowing of the La Presidenta creek flooded streets and prompted authorities to advise using alternative routes. The storm also caused fallen trees and a collapsed wall, damaging vehicles and public spaces, though no injuries were reported. In addition, lightning strikes affected the city, temporarily suspending operation of all six Metro cable cars before service was restored. Residents were advised to stay indoors and report emergencies via local authorities.

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UK: Storm Chandra Triggers Flooding and Travel Chaos 2

Storm Chandra is sweeping across the UK with heavy rain and strong winds, causing widespread flooding and major travel disruption. Amber rain warnings are in force across parts of south-west England, with dozens of roads closed, rail services disrupted, and a red flood warning issued for the River Otter in Devon. Nearly 100 flood warnings are active in England. Emergency crews have rescued motorists from floodwaters, and authorities are urging the public to avoid travel as conditions worsen on already saturated ground.

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UK: Storm Chandra Triggers Flooding and Travel Chaos

Storm Chandra is sweeping across the UK with heavy rain and strong winds, causing widespread flooding and major travel disruption. Amber rain warnings are in force across parts of south-west England, with dozens of roads closed, rail services disrupted, and a red flood warning issued for the River Otter in Devon. Nearly 100 flood warnings are active in England. Emergency crews have rescued motorists from floodwaters, and authorities are urging the public to avoid travel as conditions worsen on already saturated ground.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

TOKYO, Japan, Jan. 25 Kyodo - Video shows Xiao Xiao, a male giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of his public viewing. He and his twin sister Lei Lei will be returned to China later January. (Kyodo)

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Pokemon-themed park

Photo taken on Jan. 26, 2026, shows a Pokemon-themed park in Tokyo, which was unveiled to the media before its public opening on Feb. 5. Visitors can encounter about 600 Pokemon at PokePark Kanto, situated within Yomiuri Land amusement park.

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Pokemon-themed park

Photo taken on Jan. 26, 2026, shows a Pokemon-themed park in Tokyo, which was unveiled to the media before its public opening on Feb. 5. Visitors can encounter about 600 Pokemon at PokePark Kanto, situated within Yomiuri Land amusement park.

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Pokemon-themed park

Photo taken on Jan. 26, 2026, shows a Pokemon-themed park in Tokyo, which was unveiled to the media before its public opening on Feb. 5. Visitors can encounter about 600 Pokemon at PokePark Kanto, situated within Yomiuri Land amusement park.

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Pokemon-themed park

Photo taken on Jan. 26, 2026, shows a Pokemon-themed park in Tokyo, which was unveiled to the media before its public opening on Feb. 5. Visitors can encounter about 600 Pokemon at PokePark Kanto, situated within Yomiuri Land amusement park.

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Pokemon-themed park

Photo taken on Jan. 26, 2026, shows a Pokemon-themed park in Tokyo, which was unveiled to the media before its public opening on Feb. 5. Visitors can encounter about 600 Pokemon at PokePark Kanto, situated within Yomiuri Land amusement park.

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Pokemon-themed park

Photo taken on Jan. 26, 2026, shows a Pokemon-themed park in Tokyo, which was unveiled to the media before its public opening on Feb. 5. Visitors can encounter about 600 Pokemon at PokePark Kanto, situated within Yomiuri Land amusement park.

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Pokemon-themed park

Photo taken on Jan. 26, 2026, shows a Pokemon-themed park in Tokyo, which was unveiled to the media before its public opening on Feb. 5. Visitors can encounter about 600 Pokemon at PokePark Kanto, situated within Yomiuri Land amusement park.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Lei Lei, a female giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of her public viewing. She and her twin brother Xiao Xiao will be returned to China later January. (Pool photo)

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Xiao Xiao, a male giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of his public viewing. He and his twin sister Lei Lei will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Xiao Xiao, a male giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of his public viewing. He and his twin sister Lei Lei will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Xiao Xiao, a male giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of his public viewing. He and his twin sister Lei Lei will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Xiao Xiao, a male giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of his public viewing. He and his twin sister Lei Lei will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Lei Lei, a female giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of her public viewing. She and her twin brother Xiao Xiao will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Xiao Xiao, a male giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of his public viewing. He and his twin sister Lei Lei will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Xiao Xiao, a male giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of his public viewing. He and his twin sister Lei Lei will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Xiao Xiao, a male giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of his public viewing. He and his twin sister Lei Lei will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Xiao Xiao, a male giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of his public viewing. He and his twin sister Lei Lei will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

People queue at the cage for giant pandas at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final public-viewing day for Lei Lei and her twin brother Xiao Xiao. The animals will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows a shop selling giant panda goods at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final public-viewing day for Lei Lei and her twin brother Xiao Xiao. The animals will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Xiao Xiao, a male giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of his public viewing. He and his twin sister Lei Lei will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Lei Lei, a female giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of her public viewing. She and her twin brother Xiao Xiao will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Lei Lei, a female giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of her public viewing. She and her twin brother Xiao Xiao will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Xiao Xiao, a male giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of his public viewing. He and his twin sister Lei Lei will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows a shop selling giant panda goods at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final public-viewing day for Lei Lei and her twin brother Xiao Xiao. The animals will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Lei Lei, a female giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of her public viewing. She and her twin brother Xiao Xiao will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Lei Lei, a female giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of her public viewing. She and her twin brother Xiao Xiao will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Lei Lei, a female giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of her public viewing. She and her twin brother Xiao Xiao will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Xiao Xiao, a male giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of his public viewing. He and his twin sister Lei Lei will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Lei Lei, a female giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of her public viewing. She and her twin brother Xiao Xiao will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Lei Lei, a female giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of her public viewing. She and her twin brother Xiao Xiao will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Lei Lei, a female giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of her public viewing. She and her twin brother Xiao Xiao will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Lei Lei, a female giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of her public viewing. She and her twin brother Xiao Xiao will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Lei Lei, a female giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of her public viewing. She and her twin brother Xiao Xiao will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Lei Lei, a female giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of her public viewing. She and her twin brother Xiao Xiao will be returned to China later January.

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Final viewing day for Ueno zoo pandas

Photo shows Lei Lei, a female giant panda, at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2026, the final day of her public viewing. She and her twin brother Xiao Xiao will be returned to China later January.

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[Breaking News]Steam locomotive in Hokkaido

KUSHIRO, Japan, Jan. 15 Kyodo - JR Hokkaido's "Fuyu-no-Shitsugen" (Winter Wetland) steam locomotive runs in Kushiro on the northernmost Japanese main island of Hokkaido on Jan. 14, 2026, for a press preview three days before going into service for the general public. The sightseeing train will operate in the Kushiro Marsh, a Ramsar site, mainly on weekends until March 15. (Kyodo)

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Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Minister of Action and Public Accounts Amelie de Montchalin and French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu during Question session with the government at the Bourbon Palace at the National Assembly. Paris, France on January 20, 2026. Photo by Tomas Stevens/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Minister of Action and Public Accounts Amelie de Montchalin and French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu during Question session with the government at the Bourbon Palace at the National Assembly. Paris, France on January 20, 2026. Photo by Tomas Stevens/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Minister of Action and Public Accounts Amelie de Montchalin and French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu during Question session with the government at the Bourbon Palace at the National Assembly. Paris, France on January 20, 2026. Photo by Tomas Stevens/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Minister of Action and Public Accounts Amelie de Montchalin and French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu during Question session with the government at the Bourbon Palace at the National Assembly. Paris, France on January 20, 2026. Photo by Tomas Stevens/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Minister of Action and Public Accounts Amelie de Montchalin and French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu during Question session with the government at the Bourbon Palace at the National Assembly. Paris, France on January 20, 2026. Photo by Tomas Stevens/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Minister of Action and Public Accounts Amelie de Montchalin and French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu during Question session with the government at the Bourbon Palace at the National Assembly. Paris, France on January 20, 2026. Photo by Tomas Stevens/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu and French Minister of Action and Public Accounts Amelie de Montchalin seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM