US: Deadly Winter Storm Brings Snow, Ice and Power Outages 3

A major winter storm swept across the U.S. bringing widespread heavy snow, sleet and freezing rain on Sunday, January 25.

US: Snow Squall Warning and Travel Advisory Issued for Upstate New York

A snow squall warning was issued for parts of Upstate New York on Monday, January 19. A travel advisory also took effect for the western region as a winter storm was expected to impact the area.

Japan: Uncontained Forest Fire Expands Across Mount Ougiyama in Yamanashi

The forest fire on Mount Ougiyama in Yamanashi Prefecture scorched approximately 383 hectares since it first ignited on January 8. While authorities lifted evacuation orders for local residents on Sunday, January 18, the blaze remains uncontained with no reported injuries.

US: Snow Squall Warnings Issued Across Nebraska

Snow squall warnings were issued throughout Nebraska on Friday, January 16, causing low visibility and falling snow with high winds.

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.

President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Press Conference - Mexico City

President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Press Conference - Mexico City

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo speaks during a news conference about her call with US President Donald Trump, about the understanding with the United States Government at the National Palace. on January 12, 2026, in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Press Conference - Mexico City

President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Press Conference - Mexico City

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo speaks during a news conference about her call with US President Donald Trump, about the understanding with the United States Government at the National Palace. on January 12, 2026, in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Press Conference - Mexico City

President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Press Conference - Mexico City

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo speaks during a news conference about her call with US President Donald Trump, about the understanding with the United States Government at the National Palace. on January 12, 2026, in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Press Conference - Mexico City

President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Press Conference - Mexico City

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo speaks during a news conference about her call with US President Donald Trump, about the understanding with the United States Government at the National Palace. on January 12, 2026, in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Press Conference - Mexico City

President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Press Conference - Mexico City

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo speaks during a news conference about her call with US President Donald Trump, about the understanding with the United States Government at the National Palace. on January 12, 2026, in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Press Conference - Mexico City

President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Press Conference - Mexico City

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo speaks during a news conference about her call with US President Donald Trump, about the understanding with the United States Government at the National Palace. on January 12, 2026, in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Press Conference - Mexico City

President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Press Conference - Mexico City

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo speaks during a news conference about her call with US President Donald Trump, about the understanding with the United States Government at the National Palace. on January 12, 2026, in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Press Conference - Mexico City

President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Press Conference - Mexico City

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo speaks during a news conference about her call with US President Donald Trump, about the understanding with the United States Government at the National Palace. on January 12, 2026, in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Press Conference - Mexico City

President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Press Conference - Mexico City

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo speaks during a news conference about her call with US President Donald Trump, about the understanding with the United States Government at the National Palace. on January 12, 2026, in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Press Conference - Mexico City

President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Press Conference - Mexico City

A person record whit his mobile the Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo news conference when she speaking about her call with US President Donald Trump, about the understanding with the United States Government at the National Palace. on January 12, 2026, in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

Queen Rania Visits Pharmaceutical Factory - Al Salt

Queen Rania Visits Pharmaceutical Factory - Al Salt

Jordan’s Queen Rania Al Abdullah visits Hikma Pharmaceuticals’ site, where she meets with a number of its employees and learned more about the company’s initiatives in women empowerment, in Al Salt, Jordan, on January 12, 2026. Photo by Balkis Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Queen Rania Visits Pharmaceutical Factory - Al Salt

Queen Rania Visits Pharmaceutical Factory - Al Salt

Jordan’s Queen Rania Al Abdullah visits Hikma Pharmaceuticals’ site, where she meets with a number of its employees and learned more about the company’s initiatives in women empowerment, in Al Salt, Jordan, on January 12, 2026. Photo by Balkis Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Queen Rania Visits Pharmaceutical Factory - Al Salt

Queen Rania Visits Pharmaceutical Factory - Al Salt

Jordan’s Queen Rania Al Abdullah visits Hikma Pharmaceuticals’ site, where she meets with a number of its employees and learned more about the company’s initiatives in women empowerment, in Al Salt, Jordan, on January 12, 2026. Photo by Balkis Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Queen Rania Visits Pharmaceutical Factory - Al Salt

Queen Rania Visits Pharmaceutical Factory - Al Salt

Jordan’s Queen Rania Al Abdullah visits Hikma Pharmaceuticals’ site, where she meets with a number of its employees and learned more about the company’s initiatives in women empowerment, in Al Salt, Jordan, on January 12, 2026. Photo by Balkis Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Queen Rania Visits Pharmaceutical Factory - Al Salt

Queen Rania Visits Pharmaceutical Factory - Al Salt

Jordan’s Queen Rania Al Abdullah visits Hikma Pharmaceuticals’ site, where she meets with a number of its employees and learned more about the company’s initiatives in women empowerment, in Al Salt, Jordan, on January 12, 2026. Photo by Balkis Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Queen Rania Visits Pharmaceutical Factory - Al Salt

Queen Rania Visits Pharmaceutical Factory - Al Salt

Jordan’s Queen Rania Al Abdullah visits Hikma Pharmaceuticals’ site, where she meets with a number of its employees and learned more about the company’s initiatives in women empowerment, in Al Salt, Jordan, on January 12, 2026. Photo by Balkis Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

US: Bomb Cyclone Batters Midwest and Northeast, Millions Under Weather Warnings 7

A powerful winter storm driven by a bomb cyclone battered the Midwest and Northeast, bringing strong winds, snow, ice and dangerous travel conditions. Buffalo, New York, recorded wind gusts of up to 75 mph, prompting officials to urge drivers to stay off the roads due to near-zero visibility. Millions were placed under winter storm and high wind advisories, with lake-effect snow, icy roads and whiteout conditions reported in several states.

RECAP: Taiwan Hit by M6.6 Earthquake Off Northeast Coast, Tremors Felt in Taipei

A magnitude 6.6 earthquake hit Taiwan just off its northeast coast late Saturday, December 27, about 32 kilometers from the coastal town of Yilan, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS). Tremors were felt across the island, including Taipei.

Brazil: Pilot Killed After Advertising Plane Crashes Off Copacabana Beach

A pilot was killed on Saturday, December 27, when a Cessna 170A banner-towing aircraft crashed into the sea off Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro. The Brazilian Air Force has launched an investigation into the cause of the crash involving the advertising plane. This video shows a rescue helicopter flying over Copacabana Beach after the accident.

Japan: Deer Casually Cross Nara Marathon Course, Delighting Spectators

At the Nara Marathon held on Saturday, Dec. 13, and Sunday, Dec. 14, unique scenes rarely seen at any other marathon around the world were captured. As thousands of runners sped through the historic streets of the ancient capital, they were quietly watched by deer that live in Nara Park. Some deer casually wandered onto the course as runners passed by, creating heartwarming moments for spectators.

US: Dense Fog Advisory Issued for Parts of Oregon

Thick fog covered parts of Oregon on Friday, December 12, prompting the NWS to issue a dense fog advisory, as captured by a driver who filmed their vehicle approaching what they described as "a wall of fog."

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Parents protested outside a school in the Rosa Parks neighborhood of Paris's 19th arrondissement, against the presence of people using crack cocaine, and expressed their concerne about the growing insecurity and the danger to children. It is reported that several companies in the district have hired private security guards to ensure the safety of their employees, on December 12, 2025 in Paris, France. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Parents protested outside a school in the Rosa Parks neighborhood of Paris's 19th arrondissement, against the presence of people using crack cocaine, and expressed their concerne about the growing insecurity and the danger to children. It is reported that several companies in the district have hired private security guards to ensure the safety of their employees, on December 12, 2025 in Paris, France. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Parents protested outside a school in the Rosa Parks neighborhood of Paris's 19th arrondissement, against the presence of people using crack cocaine, and expressed their concerne about the growing insecurity and the danger to children. It is reported that several companies in the district have hired private security guards to ensure the safety of their employees, on December 12, 2025 in Paris, France. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Parents protested outside a school in the Rosa Parks neighborhood of Paris's 19th arrondissement, against the presence of people using crack cocaine, and expressed their concerne about the growing insecurity and the danger to children. It is reported that several companies in the district have hired private security guards to ensure the safety of their employees, on December 12, 2025 in Paris, France. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Parents protested outside a school in the Rosa Parks neighborhood of Paris's 19th arrondissement, against the presence of people using crack cocaine, and expressed their concerne about the growing insecurity and the danger to children. It is reported that several companies in the district have hired private security guards to ensure the safety of their employees, on December 12, 2025 in Paris, France. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Parents protested outside a school in the Rosa Parks neighborhood of Paris's 19th arrondissement, against the presence of people using crack cocaine, and expressed their concerne about the growing insecurity and the danger to children. It is reported that several companies in the district have hired private security guards to ensure the safety of their employees, on December 12, 2025 in Paris, France. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Parents protested outside a school in the Rosa Parks neighborhood of Paris's 19th arrondissement, against the presence of people using crack cocaine, and expressed their concerne about the growing insecurity and the danger to children. It is reported that several companies in the district have hired private security guards to ensure the safety of their employees, on December 12, 2025 in Paris, France. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Parents protested outside a school in the Rosa Parks neighborhood of Paris's 19th arrondissement, against the presence of people using crack cocaine, and expressed their concerne about the growing insecurity and the danger to children. It is reported that several companies in the district have hired private security guards to ensure the safety of their employees, on December 12, 2025 in Paris, France. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Parents protested outside a school in the Rosa Parks neighborhood of Paris's 19th arrondissement, against the presence of people using crack cocaine, and expressed their concerne about the growing insecurity and the danger to children. It is reported that several companies in the district have hired private security guards to ensure the safety of their employees, on December 12, 2025 in Paris, France. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Parents protested outside a school in the Rosa Parks neighborhood of Paris's 19th arrondissement, against the presence of people using crack cocaine, and expressed their concerne about the growing insecurity and the danger to children. It is reported that several companies in the district have hired private security guards to ensure the safety of their employees, on December 12, 2025 in Paris, France. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Parents protested outside a school in the Rosa Parks neighborhood of Paris's 19th arrondissement, against the presence of people using crack cocaine, and expressed their concerne about the growing insecurity and the danger to children. It is reported that several companies in the district have hired private security guards to ensure the safety of their employees, on December 12, 2025 in Paris, France. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Rosa Parks Neighbourhood Fights Against The Crack Addicts - France

Parents protested outside a school in the Rosa Parks neighborhood of Paris's 19th arrondissement, against the presence of people using crack cocaine, and expressed their concerne about the growing insecurity and the danger to children. It is reported that several companies in the district have hired private security guards to ensure the safety of their employees, on December 12, 2025 in Paris, France. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in Italy - Rome

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in Italy - Rome

Mahmoud Abbas, aka Abu Mazen, President of Palestinian, leader of Fatah gave a speech at Atreju, the cultural and political convention organized by Brothers of Italy. During his speech the leader of ANP talked about the importance of the political initiative of Georgia Meloni to stop the conflict in Palestine. on December 12, 2025 in Rome, Italy. Photo by Pasquale Gargano/Kontorolab/IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in Italy - Rome

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in Italy - Rome

Mahmoud Abbas, aka Abu Mazen, President of Palestinian, leader of Fatah gave a speech at Atreju, the cultural and political convention organized by Brothers of Italy. During his speech the leader of ANP talked about the importance of the political initiative of Georgia Meloni to stop the conflict in Palestine. on December 12, 2025 in Rome, Italy. Photo by Pasquale Gargano/Kontorolab/IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in Italy - Rome

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in Italy - Rome

Mahmoud Abbas, aka Abu Mazen, President of Palestinian, leader of Fatah gave a speech at Atreju, the cultural and political convention organized by Brothers of Italy. During his speech the leader of ANP talked about the importance of the political initiative of Georgia Meloni to stop the conflict in Palestine. on December 12, 2025 in Rome, Italy. Photo by Pasquale Gargano/Kontorolab/IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in Italy - Rome

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in Italy - Rome

Mahmoud Abbas, aka Abu Mazen, President of Palestinian, leader of Fatah gave a speech at Atreju, the cultural and political convention organized by Brothers of Italy. During his speech the leader of ANP talked about the importance of the political initiative of Georgia Meloni to stop the conflict in Palestine. on December 12, 2025 in Rome, Italy. Photo by Pasquale Gargano/Kontorolab/IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Leader Jeffries speaks on health care in the US Capitol

Leader Jeffries speaks on health care in the US Capitol

US House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries speaks to reporters about on-going health care negotiations in the House in the US Capitol in Washington, DC, USA, 12 November 2025. Republican Speaker of the House Mike Johnson hopes to hold a vote next week on Republicans’ own health care program.

Republican Speaker Johnson holds closed-door meeting on health care

Republican Speaker Johnson holds closed-door meeting on health care

Republican Speaker of the House from Louisiana Mike Johnson departs a closed-door meeting with Republican leadership about health care negotiations in the US Capitol in Washington, DC, USA, 12 December 2025. Speaker Johnson and House Republicans hope to hold a vote next week on their own health care program.

Republican Speaker Johnson holds closed-door meeting on health care

Republican Speaker Johnson holds closed-door meeting on health care

Republican Speaker of the House from Louisiana Mike Johnson departs a closed-door meeting with Republican leadership about health care negotiations in the US Capitol in Washington, DC, USA, 12 December 2025. Speaker Johnson and House Republicans hope to hold a vote next week on their own health care program.

Republican Speaker Johnson holds closed-door meeting on health care

Republican Speaker Johnson holds closed-door meeting on health care

Republican Speaker of the House from Louisiana Mike Johnson departs a closed-door meeting with Republican leadership about health care negotiations in the US Capitol in Washington, DC, USA, 12 December 2025. Speaker Johnson and House Republicans hope to hold a vote next week on their own health care program.

Republican Speaker Johnson holds closed-door meeting on health care

Republican Speaker Johnson holds closed-door meeting on health care

Republican Speaker of the House from Louisiana Mike Johnson departs a closed-door meeting with Republican leadership about health care negotiations in the US Capitol in Washington, DC, USA, 12 December 2025. Speaker Johnson and House Republicans hope to hold a vote next week on their own health care program.

Republican Speaker Johnson holds closed-door meeting on health care

Republican Speaker Johnson holds closed-door meeting on health care

Republican Speaker of the House from Louisiana Mike Johnson departs a closed-door meeting with Republican leadership about health care negotiations in the US Capitol in Washington, DC, USA, 12 December 2025. Speaker Johnson and House Republicans hope to hold a vote next week on their own health care program.

Leader Jeffries speaks on health care in the US Capitol

Leader Jeffries speaks on health care in the US Capitol

US House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries speaks to reporters about on-going health care negotiations in the House in the US Capitol in Washington, DC, USA, 12 November 2025. Republican Speaker of the House Mike Johnson hopes to hold a vote next week on Republicans’ own health care program.

Leader Jeffries speaks on health care in the US Capitol

Leader Jeffries speaks on health care in the US Capitol

US House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries speaks to reporters about on-going health care negotiations in the House in the US Capitol in Washington, DC, USA, 12 November 2025. Republican Speaker of the House Mike Johnson hopes to hold a vote next week on Republicans’ own health care program.