Rare Solar Storm Triggers Northern Lights Across Europe and North America

A powerful geomagnetic storm triggered by one of the strongest solar eruptions in more than 20 years lit up skies across large parts of Europe and North America on Monday night, January 19. The rare event allowed the northern lights to be seen far south of their usual range, including in parts of the United States, the UK, Germany, and Switzerland, according to NOAA.

US: Frigid Cold Airmass Grips Southeastern Region, Triggers Widespread Freeze Warnings 2

A frigid cold airmass brought colder weather across the eastern two thirds of the U.S., affecting millions of people. The National Weather Service issued widespread Winter Storm Warning and Freeze Warning on Monday, November 10. The southeastern region, including Florida, suffered in unseasonable cold.

US: Raging Eaton Fire Spreads Quickly Claiming Lives And Forcing Evacuations 3

The Eaton Fire, raging in the Angeles National Forest near Altadena and Pasadena, erupted on Tuesday night, January 7, and burned over 10,600 acres by the next day. The fast-moving blaze has claimed five lives, destroyed hundreds of structures, and prompted evacuations for more than 32,500 residents in the area.

US: Raging Eaton Fire Spreads Quickly Claiming Lives And Forcing Evacuations

The Eaton Fire, raging in the Angeles National Forest near Altadena and Pasadena, erupted on Tuesday night, January 7, and burned over 10,600 acres by the next day. The fast-moving blaze has claimed five lives, destroyed hundreds of structures, and prompted evacuations for more than 32,500 residents in the area.

US: Raging Eaton Fire Spreads Quickly Claiming Lives And Forcing Evacuations 2

The Eaton Fire, raging in the Angeles National Forest near Altadena and Pasadena, erupted on Tuesday night, January 7, and burned over 10,600 acres by the next day. The fast-moving blaze has claimed five lives, destroyed hundreds of structures, and prompted evacuations for more than 32,500 residents in the area.

US: Evacuation Orders Issued As Airport Fire Grows Rapidly In Orange County, California 7

A fast-moving brush fire dubbed the Airport fire, broke out in Trabuco Canyon in Orange County, Southern California. The blaze grew to burn about 2,000 acres on Monday, September 9, prompting evacuation orders for nearby areas.

Honda nets free kick in CSKA victory

Honda nets free kick in CSKA victory

MOSCOW, Russia - Japan midfielder Keisuke Honda (L) and his teammates celebrate after Honda scored CSKA Moscow's second goal in a 3-0 victory over Tom Tomsk in the Russian Premier League in Moscow on Aug. 20, 2011. Honda buried a trademark free kick from just outside the penalty area two minutes after he substituted for Pavel Mamaev in the 61st minute.

Tom Tomsk 1-1 CSKA

Tom Tomsk 1-1 CSKA

TOMSK, Russia - CSKA Moscow midfielder Keisuke Honda (R) controls the ball during the first half of a game against Tom Tomsk in Tomsk, Russia, on April 24, 2011. The game ended in a 1-1 draw.

Japan gear up for Asian Cup

Japan gear up for Asian Cup

DOHA, Qatar - Japan midfielder Daisuke Matsui (R), who plays for Russian club Tom Tomsk, and striker Shinji Okazaki (C) practice with teammates in Doha on Jan. 7, 2011, ahead of the Asian Cup soccer tournament.

Honda nets free kick in CSKA victory

Honda nets free kick in CSKA victory

MOSCOW, Russia - Japan midfielder Keisuke Honda (L) and his teammates celebrate after Honda scored CSKA Moscow's second goal in a 3-0 victory over Tom Tomsk in the Russian Premier League in Moscow on Aug. 20, 2011. Honda buried a trademark free kick from just outside the penalty area two minutes after he substituted for Pavel Mamaev in the 61st minute. (Kyodo)

Tom Tomsk 1-1 CSKA

Tom Tomsk 1-1 CSKA

TOMSK, Russia - CSKA Moscow midfielder Keisuke Honda (R) controls the ball during the first half of a game against Tom Tomsk in Tomsk, Russia, on April 24, 2011. The game ended in a 1-1 draw. (Kyodo)

Japan gear up for Asian Cup

Japan gear up for Asian Cup

DOHA, Qatar - Japan midfielder Daisuke Matsui (R), who plays for Russian club Tom Tomsk, and striker Shinji Okazaki (C) practice with teammates in Doha on Jan. 7, 2011, ahead of the Asian Cup soccer tournament. (Kyodo)