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Australia: Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji Leaves Widespread Destruction in Queensland

The slow-moving system swept across the Central Highlands and Coalfield regions on Monday, January 12. Wind gusts reached 113 km/h on Hamilton Island. Early estimates suggest that more than 48,000 livestock have perished in the floods, which continue to inundate vast areas of Queensland—stretching from the coast at Mackay, 1,000 kilometres west to Cloncurry, and north to Townsville and Cairns. Central Queensland is the latest region to feel the impact of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji, with Clermont recently enduring its heaviest rainfall in 110 years.

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Chile: Flight to Punta Arenas Captures Smoke From Argentina Wildfires

A video taken from a flight to Punta Arenas shows thick smoke from wildfires in Argentina drifting over the area near Lake Todos los Santos in Los Lagos, southern Chile on Wednesday, January 14.

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UK: Major Factory Fire Sends Thick Smoke Across Wolverhampton

A major factory fire broke out on Sunbeam Street in Wolverhampton shortly after 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, January 14, sending a large plume of smoke visible for miles. Firefighters from West Midlands and Staffordshire deployed more than 20 fire engines and specialist vehicles as residents were advised to avoid the area and keep doors and windows closed.

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China: Dog Pushes Elderly Man’s Wheelchair in Tianjin

On December 20, 2025, in Tianjin, northern China, a video showed a white dog gently pushing a wheelchair carrying an elderly man along a busy road, drawing attention for the touching display of companionship and support.

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China: Man and Golden Retriever Fall From Swing in Henan

On December 19, 2025, in Henan, China, a video showed a man attempting to swing while holding one of his golden retrievers, but the swing tipped, causing both the man and dog to fall. Both appeared startled, and viewers hoped they were unharmed.

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China: Dog Rides Rotating Swing at Amusement Park

On December 28, 2025, in Henan, China, a golden retriever calmly rode a rotating swing at an amusement park, swaying with the motion. The dog, owned by the park operator, appeared relaxed throughout, delighting viewers online.

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China: Dog’s Tail Becomes Calligraphy Brush

On January 3, 2026, in Shaanxi, China, a video showed a woman using her dog’s tail as a calligraphy brush to write the Chinese character “Fu,” symbolizing good fortune, on red paper. The dog remained calm as its ink-dipped tail formed the character, creating a playful and surprisingly neat work of art ahead of the festival.

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Japan: Blizzard Conditions Reduce Visibility in Sapporo Area 7

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo and surrounding cities on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility. Snow intensified in the afternoon, with 13 centimeters accumulating between noon and 6 p.m., according to local authorities. As of 6 p.m., blizzard conditions forced the closure of multiple expressways across a wide area. The severe weather also disrupted air travel, with 99 flights canceled at New Chitose Airport, along with numerous delays.

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US: Heavy Snow Squall Drops Visibility in Chicago, Winter Weather Alerts in Effect 2

Snow squall warnings were issued Wednesday morning, January 14 across parts of the Chicago area, bringing brief but intense snowfall, whiteout conditions, and strong winds that created hazardous travel conditions. The fast-moving squalls led to slick roads, reduced visibility, and flight disruptions at O’Hare Airport, where departures were temporarily grounded and delays averaged nearly an hour. Some areas reported up to two inches of snow in under two hours, while lake-effect snow is expected to continue affecting parts of Chicago, northwest Indiana, and southwest Michigan through Thursday

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Japan: Blizzard Conditions Reduce Visibility in Sapporo Area 6

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo and surrounding cities on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility. Snow intensified in the afternoon, with 13 centimeters accumulating between noon and 6 p.m., according to local authorities. As of 6 p.m., blizzard conditions forced the closure of multiple expressways across a wide area. The severe weather also disrupted air travel, with 99 flights canceled at New Chitose Airport, along with numerous delays.

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Japan: Blizzard Conditions Reduce Visibility in Sapporo Area 5

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo and surrounding cities on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility. Snow intensified in the afternoon, with 13 centimeters accumulating between noon and 6 p.m., according to local authorities. As of 6 p.m., blizzard conditions forced the closure of multiple expressways across a wide area. The severe weather also disrupted air travel, with 99 flights canceled at New Chitose Airport, along with numerous delays.

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US: Snow Squalls Move Into Kentucky 2

Snow showers and brief snow squalls affected southern Indiana and parts of Kentucky on January 14, 2026, as arctic air moved into the Ohio Valley.

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US: Lake-Effect Snow and Snow Squalls Hit Michigan and Indiana 3

Snow showers and snow squalls moved across Michigan and Indiana as arctic air pushed into the Midwest, bringing gusty winds and sharply colder temperatures. In Michigan and parts of northern Indiana, lake-effect snow off the Great Lakes intensified snowfall at times, briefly reducing visibility and creating hazardous travel conditions despite generally light accumulations.

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US: Snow Squalls Move Into Kentucky

Snow showers and brief snow squalls affected southern Indiana and parts of Kentucky on January 14, 2026, as arctic air moved into the Ohio Valley.

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US: Lake-Effect Snow and Snow Squalls Hit Michigan and Indiana

Snow showers and snow squalls moved across Michigan and Indiana as arctic air pushed into the Midwest, bringing gusty winds and sharply colder temperatures. In Michigan and parts of northern Indiana, lake-effect snow off the Great Lakes intensified snowfall at times, briefly reducing visibility and creating hazardous travel conditions despite generally light accumulations.

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Canada: Iranian Canadians Rally in Toronto in Support of Protests in Iran

Iranian Canadians rallied outside the U.S. consulate in Toronto on Tuesday, January 13, to show support for anti-government protests in Iran.

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US: Lake-Effect Snow and Snow Squalls Hit Michigan and Indiana 2

Snow showers and snow squalls moved across Michigan and Indiana as arctic air pushed into the Midwest, bringing gusty winds and sharply colder temperatures. In Michigan and parts of northern Indiana, lake-effect snow off the Great Lakes intensified snowfall at times, briefly reducing visibility and creating hazardous travel conditions despite generally light accumulations.

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US: Fire Alarm Forces Evacuation at Dallas Love Field, Flights Delayed

An HVAC malfunction triggered a fire alarm at Dallas Love Field Airport on Tuesday, January 13, forcing a terminal evacuation, prompting a temporary ground stop, and delaying nearly 200 flights. Officials said no fire or injuries were reported, and TSA screening later reopened after the alarm was cleared.

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Japan: Blizzard Conditions Reduce Visibility in Sapporo Area 4

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo and surrounding cities on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility. Snow intensified in the afternoon, with 13 centimeters accumulating between noon and 6 p.m., according to local authorities. As of 6 p.m., blizzard conditions forced the closure of multiple expressways across a wide area. The severe weather also disrupted air travel, with 99 flights canceled at New Chitose Airport, along with numerous delays.

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US: Heavy Snow Squall Drops Visibility in Chicago, Winter Weather Alerts in Effect

Heavy snow blanketed Chicago on Wednesday morning, January 14, causing significant flight delays and creating whiteout conditions for commuters. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a 90-minute ground stop at O’Hare International Airport as a band of intense snow and ice moved through the metro area. Potent lake-effect snow is expected to impact parts of Chicago, northwest Indiana, and southwest Michigan through Thursday, January 15, with travel warnings remaining in effect.

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UK: Major Rail Disruption After Fire Breaks Out Near Tracks of Peckham Station

Around 15 firefighters tackled a track fire between Queen’s Road Peckham and South Bermondsey on Tuesday night, January 13. While a small section of the track was destroyed, no injuries were reported and the Peckham Station was safely evacuated. The incident caused major disruption to London Overground and Southern services, though normal service has since resumed.

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Japan: Heavy Snow Leaves 800 Passengers Stranded Overnight at New Chitose Airport 3

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility across the city. At New Chitose Airport, 126 flights were canceled and many were delayed. Around 800 passengers were stranded overnight due to the severe weather.

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Japan: Heavy Snow Leaves 800 Passengers Stranded Overnight at New Chitose Airport 2

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility across the city. At New Chitose Airport, 126 flights were canceled and many were delayed. Around 800 passengers were stranded overnight due to the severe weather.

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New SDF base on island for U.S. fighter jet drills

NISHINOOMOTE, Japan, Jan. 13 Kyodo - Video taken from a drone on Jan. 10, 2026, shows Mage Island, located about 990 kilometers southwest of Tokyo in the East China Sea and part of the Kagoshima Prefecture city of Nishinoomote. Construction started in January 2023 for a Japan Self-Defense Forces base to be used as a site for U.S. fighter jet drills relocated from Iwoto Island in the Pacific.

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[Breaking News]Artwork collapses before illumination event in Kobe

KOBE, Japan, Jan. 11 Kyodo - Video taken on Jan. 11, 2026, from a Kyodo News helicopter shows a fallen artwork following a gale at a park in Kobe ahead of the opening on Jan. 30 of the "Luminarie" illumination event in memory of the victims of the 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake in the western Japan city and its vicinity that killed more than 6,400 people. (Kyodo)

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[Breaking News]Wildfire in Yamanashi Pref.

UENOHARA, Japan, Jan. 11 Kyodo - Video taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows continuing firefighting operations by a helicopter against a wildfire at Mt. Ogi, straddling Uenohara and Otsuki cities in Yamanashi Prefecture, west of Tokyo, on Jan. 10, 2026. (Kyodo)

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[Breaking news]Wildfire in Yamanashi Pref.

UENOHARA, Japan, Jan. 11 Kyodo - Video taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows continuing firefighting operations by a Japan Ground Self-Defense Force helicopter against a wildfire at Mt. Ogi, straddling Uenohara and Otsuki cities in Yamanashi Prefecture, west of Tokyo, on Jan. 11, 2026. (Kyodo)

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China: Cigarette Sparks Fire on Tricycle Cargo

On January 5, 2026, in Guangxi, China, a man riding a tricycle unknowingly caused a small fire on the back of his vehicle while smoking. Another driver nearby noticed smoke trailing from the cargo and alerted the rider, who stopped by the roadside after realizing his load was burning.

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China: Students Use Bamboo Pole and Mats to Rescue Stranded Kitten

On December 26, 2025, in Henan Province, located in central China, students rescued a kitten stranded on a platform between the second and third floors of a dormitory building. Several on the third floor used a long bamboo pole to gently nudge the kitten downward. Below, other students held several thick sports mats to catch the falling cat.

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Japan: Heavy Snow Leaves 800 Passengers Stranded Overnight at New Chitose Airport

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility across the city. At New Chitose Airport, 126 flights were canceled and many were delayed. Around 800 passengers were stranded overnight due to the severe weather.

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US: Fast-Moving Snow Bands Prompt Snow Squall Warnings in Pennsylvania

The National Weather Service issued Snow Squall Warnings for several counties in Pennsylvania on Sunday, January 11, as fast-moving snow bands create hazardous whiteout conditions and treacherous travel.

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US: Vibrant Aurora Display Visible Across Northern Maine

A Northern Lights display was visible in Masardis, Maine, on Saturday, January 10.

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South Africa: Heavy Rains Trigger Flood Warnings in Limpopo, Mpumalanga 3

Heavy rains batter northern and eastern South Africa, with flood warnings issued for Limpopo and Mpumalanga, and Kruger National Park partially closed as rivers rise. Residents are urged to stay alert.

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Pisa SC

The Referee of the match Giovanni Ayroldi of section Molfetta watch the Var (Video Assistant Referee) during Udinese Calcio vs Pisa SC, Italian soccer Serie A match in Udine, Italy, January 10 2026

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Japan: Blizzard Conditions Reduce Visibility in Sapporo Area 3

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo and surrounding cities on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility. Snow intensified in the afternoon, with 13 centimeters accumulating between noon and 6 p.m., according to local authorities. As of 6 p.m., blizzard conditions forced the closure of multiple expressways across a wide area. The severe weather also disrupted air travel, with 99 flights canceled at New Chitose Airport, along with numerous delays.

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South Africa: Heavy Rains Trigger Flood Warnings in Limpopo, Mpumalanga

Heavy rains batter northern and eastern South Africa, with flood warnings issued for Limpopo and Mpumalanga, and Kruger National Park partially closed as rivers rise. Residents are urged to stay alert.

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Japan: Blizzard Conditions Reduce Visibility in Sapporo

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility across the city. Snow intensified in the afternoon, with 13 centimeters accumulating between noon and 6 p.m., according to local authorities. As of 6 p.m., blizzard conditions forced the closure of multiple expressways across a wide area. The severe weather also disrupted air travel, with 99 flights canceled at New Chitose Airport, along with numerous delays.

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Japan: Blizzard Conditions Reduce Visibility in Sapporo Area 2

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo and surrounding cities on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility. Snow intensified in the afternoon, with 13 centimeters accumulating between noon and 6 p.m., according to local authorities. As of 6 p.m., blizzard conditions forced the closure of multiple expressways across a wide area. The severe weather also disrupted air travel, with 99 flights canceled at New Chitose Airport, along with numerous delays.

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South Africa: Heavy Rains Trigger Flood Warnings in Limpopo, Mpumalanga 2

Heavy rains batter northern and eastern South Africa, with flood warnings issued for Limpopo and Mpumalanga, and Kruger National Park partially closed as rivers rise. Residents are urged to stay alert.

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RECAP: Protests Erupt Across U.S. After ICE Agent Fatally Shoots Woman in Minneapolis

Protests broke out in Minneapolis and other cities across the United States after a local resident, Renee Nicole Good, 37, was shot and killed by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent during a confrontation on Wednesday, January 7. In Minneapolis, the shooting sparked several days of demonstrations. On Friday, January 9, hundreds of protesters marched through downtown and gathered outside the Canopy by Hilton hotel believed to be hosting ICE agents, staging a noise protest and calling for federal agents to leave the city.

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US: Snow Squalls Prompt Alerts in Northern New Jersey

Snow alerts were issued Sunday, January 11, for six counties in northern New Jersey as snow squalls and strong winds threatened to reduce visibility and create hazardous road conditions through the evening.

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Federal Agents Use Tear Gas on Protesters - Chicago

NO FILM, NO VIDEO, NO TV, NO DOCUMENTARY - Federal agents use tear gas and smoke on community members and activists while they protest near the 3900 block of South Kedzie Avenue on Oct. 4, 2025, in Chicago. Photo by Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune/TNS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protesters Demonstrate Against ICE on Bridge - Miami

NO FILM, NO VIDEO, NO TV, NO DOCUMENTARY - Protesters stand on the Vizcaya pedestrian bridge across U.S. 1 in Miami on Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, to demonstrate against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Trump administration. The sign for Renee refers to Renee Good, the 37-year-old mother of three shot and killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis on Wednesday morning, Jan. 7, 2026. Photo by David Goodhue/Miami Herald/TNS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Defense Secretary Speaks at Lockheed Martin Facility - Fort Worth

NO FILM, NO VIDEO, NO TV, NO DOCUMENTARY - Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks at Lockheed Martin's Fort Worth, Texas facility on Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, as part of his "Arsenal of Freedom" industry tour. The Fort Worth facility builds the F-35 Lightning II fighter aircraft. Photo by Amanda McCoy/Forth Worth Star-Telegram/TNS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Defense Secretary Speaks at Lockheed Martin Facility - Fort Worth

NO FILM, NO VIDEO, NO TV, NO DOCUMENTARY - Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks at Lockheed Martin's Fort Worth, Texas facility on Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, as part of his "Arsenal of Freedom" industry tour. The Fort Worth facility builds the F-35 Lightning II fighter aircraft. Photo by Amanda McCoy/Fort Worth Star-Telegram/TNS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Defense Secretary Speaks at Lockheed Martin Facility - Fort Worth

NO FILM, NO VIDEO, NO TV, NO DOCUMENTARY - Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, center, talks with Lockheed Martin employees before signing a F-35 Lighting II fighter jet at Lockheed Martin's Fort Worth, Texas facility on Monday, Jan. 12, 2026. Hegseth visited the facility as part of his "Arsenal of Freedom" industry tour. Photo by Amanda McCoy/Fort Worth Star-Telegram/TNS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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RECAP: U-Haul Truck Plows Into Protesters Supporting Iranian People in Los Angeles

A U-Haul truck plowed into a group of protesters as they rallied in support of the Iranian people in the Westwood neighborhood of Los Angeles on Sunday, January 11. The vehicle displayed a large sign reading, “No Shah, No Regime. USA: Don’t Repeat 1953. No Mullah.” Calor Madansecht was identified as the driver and was later arrested at the scene. No serious injuries were reported.

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China: Sleepy Parrot Refuses to Stop Talking

On February 18, 2024, in Beijing, a video showed a sleepy sun conure perched at home, swaying with its eyes closing while continuing to chirp. The amusing contrast between its drowsiness and nonstop chatter delighted viewers.

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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.