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US: Cold Front Sweeps Through Charlotte Area With Scattered Showers 2

A cold front moved into North Carolina on Friday, February 20, bringing scattered showers and gusty winds to the Charlotte area.

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US: Cold Front Sweeps Through Charlotte Area With Scattered Showers

A cold front moved into North Carolina on Friday, February 20, bringing scattered showers and gusty winds to the Charlotte area.

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Mexico: Wildfire Breaks Out in Atizapán de Zaragoza, State of Mexico 3

Firefighters in Atizapán de Zaragoza, State of Mexico, contained a major forest fire on Wednesday, February 18. The blaze erupted around 2:00 p.m. in the Lomas de Atizapán area, spreading rapidly through dry brush and fueled by strong winds. By late evening, Municipal President Pedro Rodríguez Villegas confirmed the fire was under control and all previously blocked roads had been reopened to traffic. No civilian injuries or structural losses were reported.

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US: Storm Damage in Bloomington After Tornado-Warned Storm

Much of southern Indiana, including Indianapolis, was under a tornado watch Thursday evening, February 19, with at least 12 warnings issued as severe storms moved through the region. Storm damage was reported in Bloomington, where homes, a bank, and the county airport sustained damage, and power outages and downed lines were also reported. This video shows damage to buildings and power lines, with debris scattered on the ground near 3415 W. Third St. in Bloomington.

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US: Sirens Blare as Storms Trigger Tornado Watch Across Southern Indiana 4

Much of southern Indiana, including Indianapolis, was under a tornado watch Thursday evening, February 19, with at least 12 warnings issued as severe storms moved through the region. Storm damage was reported in Bloomington, where homes, a bank, and the county airport sustained damage, and power outages and downed lines were reported. The video was shot from the Echo Park apartments on the south side of Bloomington, looking north.

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US: Sirens Blare as Storms Trigger Tornado Watch Across Southern Indiana

Much of southern Indiana, including Indianapolis, was under a tornado watch Thursday evening, February 19, with at least 12 warnings issued as severe storms moved through the region. Storm damage was reported in Bloomington, where homes, a bank, and the county airport sustained damage, and power outages and downed lines were reported.

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US: Sirens Blare as Storms Trigger Tornado Watch Across Southern Indiana 2

Much of southern Indiana, including Indianapolis, was under a tornado watch Thursday evening, February 19, with at least 12 warnings issued as severe storms moved through the region. Storm damage was reported in Bloomington, where homes, a bank, and the county airport sustained damage, and power outages and downed lines were reported.

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US: Tornado Reported in Crawford County, Illinois as Severe Storms Strike

A tornado warning was issued Thursday, Feb. 19, for parts of east-central Illinois as severe storms moved through the region. A tornado was reportedly spotted in Crawford County, causing significant damage. Video from Robinson shows large hail falling and what appears to be a funnel cloud forming amid the intense storm.

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US: Rising Temperatures Trigger Ice Jam Flood Risk in Pennsylvania

Rising temperatures have triggered ice jams on creeks in Venango County, Pennsylvania and nearby areas, causing elevated water levels and flooding concerns. In Oil City, Oil Creek is nearing overflow, flooding several businesses and prompting officials to prepare for possible evacuations. A flood watch and warning remain in effect through Friday, with thick ice and a released ice jam expected to worsen flooding in Oil City and Rouseville. Residents are urged to stay alert and ready to act.

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US: Northern Arizona Battered by Winter Storm, Whiteout Conditions Hit High Country

A powerful winter storm has rocked Northern Arizona, damaging power lines and forcing school closures in Flagstaff and at the Grand Canyon. On February 18, the National Weather Service issued a High Wind Warning for gusts up to 60 mph, which combined with snowfall to create dangerous whiteout conditions. The Flagstaff Unified School District cancelled all classes as a result, and unsettled winter weather is expected to persist through the week.

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US: Winter Storm Lashing North Dakota’s Capital, Blowing Snow Seen Across Bismarck

The Capital Region’s winter storm began on Tuesday night, February 17, as rain due to unseasonably mild temperatures. As the cold front pushed through, the precipitation transitioned to snow; Bismarck recorded a quarter-inch of rain followed by two inches of snowfall, while northern North Dakota saw significantly higher accumulations. The Bismarck-Mandan area remained under a Winter Weather Advisory through Wednesday night, February 18, as strong winds continued to cause hazardous blowing snow.

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Mexico: Wildfire Breaks Out in Atizapán de Zaragoza, State of Mexico

Firefighters in Atizapán de Zaragoza, State of Mexico, contained a major forest fire on Wednesday, February 18. The blaze erupted around 2:00 p.m. in the Lomas de Atizapán area, spreading rapidly through dry brush and fueled by strong winds. By late evening, Municipal President Pedro Rodríguez Villegas confirmed the fire was under control and all previously blocked roads had been reopened to traffic. No civilian injuries or structural losses were reported.

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Mexico: Wildfire Breaks Out in Atizapán de Zaragoza, State of Mexico 2

Firefighters in Atizapán de Zaragoza, State of Mexico, contained a major forest fire on Wednesday, February 18. The blaze erupted around 2:00 p.m. in the Lomas de Atizapán area, spreading rapidly through dry brush and fueled by strong winds. By late evening, Municipal President Pedro Rodríguez Villegas confirmed the fire was under control and all previously blocked roads had been reopened to traffic. No civilian injuries or structural losses were reported.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Ryoyu Kobayashi of Japan soars through the air during his first jump in the men's Ski jumping super team competition at the Milan Cortina Olympics at Predazzo Ski Jumping Stadium in Predazzo, Italy, on Feb. 16, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Ryoyu Kobayashi of Japan soars through the air during his first jump in the men's Ski jumping super team competition at the Milan Cortina Olympics at Predazzo Ski Jumping Stadium in Predazzo, Italy, on Feb. 16, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Ryoyu Kobayashi of Japan soars through the air during his first jump in the men's Ski jumping super team competition at the Milan Cortina Olympics at Predazzo Ski Jumping Stadium in Predazzo, Italy, on Feb. 16, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Ren Nikaido of Japan soars through the air during his second jump in the men's Ski jumping super team competition at the Milan Cortina Olympics at Predazzo Ski Jumping Stadium in Predazzo, Italy, on Feb. 16, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Ren Nikaido of Japan soars through the air during his first jump in the men's Ski jumping super team competition at the Milan Cortina Olympics at Predazzo Ski Jumping Stadium in Predazzo, Italy, on Feb. 16, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Ren Nikaido of Japan soars through the air during his first jump in the men's Ski jumping super team competition at the Milan Cortina Olympics at Predazzo Ski Jumping Stadium in Predazzo, Italy, on Feb. 16, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Ren Nikaido of Japan soars through the air during his first jump in the men's Ski jumping super team competition at the Milan Cortina Olympics at Predazzo Ski Jumping Stadium in Predazzo, Italy, on Feb. 16, 2026.

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CORRECTED: Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

CORRECTED: Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Ren Nikaido of Japan soars through the air during his first jump in the men's Ski jumping super team competition at the Milan Cortina Olympics at Predazzo Ski Jumping Stadium in Predazzo, Italy, on Feb. 16, 2026.

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Japan: Nagasaki Lantern Festival 2026 Illuminates City With 15,000 Lanterns

The 2026 Nagasaki Lantern Festival kicked off on February 6, illuminating the city with over 15,000 colorful lanterns to celebrate the Lunar New Year. This major winter tradition, which originated in Nagasaki's Chinatown, features 18 days of vibrant cultural events across central Nagasaki through February 23.

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Japan: Nagasaki Lantern Festival 2026 Illuminates City With 15,000 Lanterns 2

The 2026 Nagasaki Lantern Festival kicked off on February 6, illuminating the city with over 15,000 colorful lanterns to celebrate the Lunar New Year. This major winter tradition, which originated in Nagasaki's Chinatown, features 18 days of vibrant cultural events across central Nagasaki through February 23.

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China: Helmet Cam Captures Firefighter Battling Blaze in Guangdong

A helmet camera captured a Chinese firefighter pushing into a burning building in Guangdong on January 4, 2026, advancing through thick smoke and intense heat during a dangerous rescue. The footage shows flames, drifting embers, and controlled hose bursts as the team works to bring the fire under control.

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Nissan expects 650 bil. yen net loss for FY 2025

Nissan expects 650 bil. yen net loss for FY 2025

Nissan Motor Co. President and CEO Ivan Espinosa holds a press conference at the automaker's headquarters in Yokohama near Tokyo on Feb. 12, 2026, after the company announced it expects a net loss of 650 billion yen ($4.25 billion) for the business year through March 31 due to restructuring costs.

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Japan: Skier Powers Through Waist-Deep Snow at Ski Resort in Hyogo

A skier filmed themselves skiing straight through waist-deep snow at Manba Ski Resort in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, on February 8, 2026. The footage shows the skier pushing through deep powder as heavy snowfall blanketed the slopes.

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US: Buddhist Monks Draw Crowds as “Walk for Peace” Passes Through Arlington 2

Buddhist monks on a 2,300-mile “Walk for Peace” passed through Arlington, Virginia, on Monday, escorted by police and watched by hundreds of supporters. The monks arrived at Marymount University, their final stop in Virginia, as they near the end of their journey to Washington, D.C.

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US: Buddhist Monks Draw Crowds as “Walk for Peace” Passes Through Arlington

Buddhist monks on a 2,300-mile “Walk for Peace” passed through Arlington, Virginia, on Monday, escorted by police and watched by hundreds of supporters. The monks arrived at Marymount University, their final stop in Virginia, as they near the end of their journey to Washington, D.C.

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China: Samoyeds Poke Heads Through Café Window, Charming Passersby

On January 25, 2026, in Guangzhou, Guangdong, the video captured a cat and dog cafe called Mao Rong Ye Ye where the owner had prepared two round openings in a window to welcome customers. The footage showed two Samoyeds taking turns to push their heads through the holes, their white fur filling the frame as they looked around with calm and curious expressions. People nearby slowed down, smiled, and pointed their phones at the scene. The dogs stayed still for a moment, then leaned forward again, as if posing, while the shop interior remained busy behind them. The video ended with the two dogs holding their positions as more pedestrians stopped to take photos.

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Turkey: Police Clash With Boğaziçi University Students Over Forced Club Evictions

A protest at Boğaziçi University escalated on February 9, as police deployed pepper spray and barricades to block students opposing the forced eviction of their club rooms. The demonstration saw intense confrontations, eventually leading to students breaking through the police blockade to enter the campus activity building.

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US: Arctic Front Triggers Snow Squall Warning Across Parts Of New Jersey

An arctic front moved through the Northeast on Friday, February 7, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a Snow Squall Warning for parts of New Jersey. This intense system brought sudden gusty winds and poor visibility, creating hazardous conditions across the area.

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Sapporo Snow Festival

SAPPORO, Japan, Feb. 4 Kyodo - People view a snow sculpture of a cake on Feb. 4, 2026, the opening day of the 76th Sapporo Snow Festival in the capital of Hokkaido in northern Japan. About 2 million people are expected to visit the event through Feb. 11 featuring more than 200 snow and ice sculptures. (Kyodo)

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Japan: Severe Snowstorm Triggers Whiteouts Across Hokkaido

Severe Snowstorm rushed through Hokkaido on Friday, February 6, as a rapidly intensifying low-pressure system brought a peak gust of 35.6 meters per second to Cape Soya. Heavy snow and powerful winds triggered whiteouts, causing visibility to drop significantly across the region.

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Japan: Severe Snowstorm Triggers Whiteouts Across Hokkaido 2

Severe Snowstorm rushed through Hokkaido on Friday, February 6, as a rapidly intensifying low-pressure system brought a peak gust of 35.6 meters per second to Cape Soya. Heavy snow and powerful winds triggered whiteouts, causing visibility to drop significantly across the region.

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China: Dust Devil Sweeps Through Chengdu Park, Lifting Debris

On February 1, 2026, a dust devil swept through the Intangible Cultural Heritage Expo Park in Chengdu, Sichuan, lifting debris into the air as campers and visitors filmed the dramatic scene.

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Sapporo Snow Festival

Sapporo Snow Festival

Snow sculptures are lit up at Odori Park in Sapporo, Hokkaido, on Feb. 4, 2026, the opening day of the Sapporo Snow Festival. About 2 million people are expected to visit the event through Feb. 11 featuring more than 200 snow and ice sculptures.

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Sapporo Snow Festival

Sapporo Snow Festival

Snow sculptures are lit up at Odori Park in Sapporo, Hokkaido, on Feb. 4, 2026, the opening day of the Sapporo Snow Festival. About 2 million people are expected to visit the event through Feb. 11 featuring more than 200 snow and ice sculptures.

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US: Winter Storm Brings Snow to Much of Kentucky 2

Snow fell across parts of Kentucky on February 3, 2026, as a winter weather system moved through the region.

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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: Winter Storm Brings Snow to Much of Kentucky

Snow fell across parts of Kentucky on February 3, 2026, as a winter weather system moved through the region. In eastern Kentucky, including the Morehead area, snowfall reduced visibility and coated roads, creating hazardous travel conditions.

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Sapporo Snow Festival

Sapporo Snow Festival

People view a snow sculpture of a cake on Feb. 4, 2026, the opening day of the 76th Sapporo Snow Festival in the capital of Hokkaido in northern Japan. About 2 million people are expected to visit the event through Feb. 11 featuring more than 200 snow and ice sculptures.

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Sapporo Snow Festival

Sapporo Snow Festival

People view a snow sculpture of a cake on Feb. 4, 2026, the opening day of the 76th Sapporo Snow Festival in the capital of Hokkaido in northern Japan. About 2 million people are expected to visit the event through Feb. 11 featuring more than 200 snow and ice sculptures.

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Sapporo Snow Festival

Sapporo Snow Festival

The 76th Sapporo Snow Festival opens in the capital of Hokkaido in northern Japan on Feb. 4, 2026, with about 2 million people expected to visit the event featuring more than 200 snow and ice sculptures through Feb. 11.

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US: Buddhist Monks Reach Richmond on 100th Day of 2,300-Mile “Walk for Peace” 2

Buddhist monks on a 2,300-mile “Walk for Peace” from Texas to Washington, D.C., passed through Richmond, Virginia on Monday, February 2, marking the 100th day of their journey. They walked from Chesterfield to Richmond, stopped at Fire Station 17, and later gathered at City Hall, where they were welcomed by city and state leaders and a large crowd. The walk aims to promote peace, mindfulness, compassion, and nonviolence.

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US: Buddhist Monks Reach Richmond on 100th Day of 2,300-Mile “Walk for Peace”

Buddhist monks on a 2,300-mile “Walk for Peace” from Texas to Washington, D.C., passed through Richmond, Virginia on Monday, February 2, marking the 100th day of their journey. They walked from Chesterfield to Richmond, stopped at Fire Station 17, and later gathered at City Hall, where they were welcomed by city and state leaders and a large crowd. The walk aims to promote peace, mindfulness, compassion, and nonviolence.

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Chile: Heavy Rains Hits Santiago, Triggering Flash Flooding in Maipú

Heavy rains triggered flooding across the Chilean capital of Santiago on Saturday, January 31. Floodwaters surged through the streets, disrupting traffic and causing power outages, as parts of the Maipu district recorded over 17 mm/h of rain.

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Chile: Heavy Rains Hits Santiago, Triggering Flash Flooding in Maipú 2

Heavy rains triggered flooding across the Chilean capital of Santiago on Saturday, January 31. Floodwaters surged through the streets, disrupting traffic and causing power outages, as parts of the Maipu district recorded over 17 mm/h of rain.

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US: Floating Ice Drifts Through Chicago River Amid Frozen Conditions 2

The Chicago River was partially frozen as plummeting temperatures continued in the city. This video captures an icebreaker navigating the frozen Chicago River on Thursday, January 29.

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Chinese Fishermen Spot Dog in Open Ocean Near Peru

This video captures the surprising moment fishermen working in waters near Peru encountered a dog in the open ocean. On January 19, 2026, Chinese fishermen engaged in long-distance squid fishing noticed a dog swimming toward their fishing boat. The footage shows the dog pushing through the waves as it approached the vessel, drawing the crew’s attention during their fishing operations.

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US: Floating Ice Drifts Through Chicago River Amid Frozen Conditions

The Chicago River was partially frozen as plummeting temperatures continued in the city. This video shows the remains of floating ice on the Chicago River in Chicago on Thursday, January 29.

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