Japan: Heavy Snowfall Strands 750 Passengers at Hokkaido New Chitose Airport

Approximately 750 passengers were stranded and spent the night at New Chitose Airport in Hokkaido on Friday, December 12, as heavy snowfall swept through the area, causing 183 flight cancellations, including four international flights.

US: Winter Storm Dumps Heavy Snow on Pennsylvania

A winter storm brought heavy snow to parts of Pennsylvania on Thursday, December 11, with winter weather advisories and a warning remaining in effect for multiple counties.

Daily life in Gaza

Daily life in Gaza

Scenes from daily life in northern Gaza during the winter, where residents struggle against the harsh cold and the decline of basic services amid widespread destruction and deteriorating humanitarian conditions. December 10, 2025. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

Daily life in Gaza

Daily life in Gaza

Scenes from daily life in northern Gaza during the winter, where residents struggle against the harsh cold and the decline of basic services amid widespread destruction and deteriorating humanitarian conditions. December 10, 2025. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

Daily life in Gaza

Daily life in Gaza

Scenes from daily life in northern Gaza during the winter, where residents struggle against the harsh cold and the decline of basic services amid widespread destruction and deteriorating humanitarian conditions. December 10, 2025. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

Daily life in Gaza

Daily life in Gaza

Scenes from daily life in northern Gaza during the winter, where residents struggle against the harsh cold and the decline of basic services amid widespread destruction and deteriorating humanitarian conditions. December 10, 2025. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

Daily life in Gaza

Daily life in Gaza

Scenes from daily life in northern Gaza during the winter, where residents struggle against the harsh cold and the decline of basic services amid widespread destruction and deteriorating humanitarian conditions. December 10, 2025. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

Daily life in Gaza

Daily life in Gaza

Scenes from daily life in northern Gaza during the winter, where residents struggle against the harsh cold and the decline of basic services amid widespread destruction and deteriorating humanitarian conditions. December 10, 2025. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

Daily life in Gaza

Daily life in Gaza

Scenes from daily life in northern Gaza during the winter, where residents struggle against the harsh cold and the decline of basic services amid widespread destruction and deteriorating humanitarian conditions. December 10, 2025. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

Daily life in Gaza

Daily life in Gaza

Scenes from daily life in northern Gaza during the winter, where residents struggle against the harsh cold and the decline of basic services amid widespread destruction and deteriorating humanitarian conditions. December 10, 2025. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Doctors protest during a demonstration in front of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Barcelona, on December 10, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). Metges de Catalunya (MC) has called a new demonstration on the occasion of the medical strike called until Friday, December 12. Under the slogan 'It affects you too', the union is calling for the creation of its own negotiation space for medical staff where their working conditions are agreed, but also for healthcare and organizational aspects of the medical care provided to the population. Photo by David Zorrakino / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Doctors protest during a demonstration in front of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Barcelona, on December 10, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). Metges de Catalunya (MC) has called a new demonstration on the occasion of the medical strike called until Friday, December 12. Under the slogan 'It affects you too', the union is calling for the creation of its own negotiation space for medical staff where their working conditions are agreed, but also for healthcare and organizational aspects of the medical care provided to the population. Photo by David Zorrakino / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Doctors protest during a demonstration in front of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Barcelona, on December 10, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). Metges de Catalunya (MC) has called a new demonstration on the occasion of the medical strike called until Friday, December 12. Under the slogan 'It affects you too', the union is calling for the creation of its own negotiation space for medical staff where their working conditions are agreed, but also for healthcare and organizational aspects of the medical care provided to the population. Photo by David Zorrakino / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Doctors protest during a demonstration in front of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Barcelona, on December 10, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). Metges de Catalunya (MC) has called a new demonstration on the occasion of the medical strike called until Friday, December 12. Under the slogan 'It affects you too', the union is calling for the creation of its own negotiation space for medical staff where their working conditions are agreed, but also for healthcare and organizational aspects of the medical care provided to the population. Photo by David Zorrakino / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Doctors protest during a demonstration in front of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Barcelona, on December 10, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). Metges de Catalunya (MC) has called a new demonstration on the occasion of the medical strike called until Friday, December 12. Under the slogan 'It affects you too', the union is calling for the creation of its own negotiation space for medical staff where their working conditions are agreed, but also for healthcare and organizational aspects of the medical care provided to the population. Photo by David Zorrakino / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Doctors protest during a demonstration in front of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Barcelona, on December 10, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). Metges de Catalunya (MC) has called a new demonstration on the occasion of the medical strike called until Friday, December 12. Under the slogan 'It affects you too', the union is calling for the creation of its own negotiation space for medical staff where their working conditions are agreed, but also for healthcare and organizational aspects of the medical care provided to the population. Photo by David Zorrakino / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Doctors protest during a demonstration in front of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Barcelona, on December 10, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). Metges de Catalunya (MC) has called a new demonstration on the occasion of the medical strike called until Friday, December 12. Under the slogan 'It affects you too', the union is calling for the creation of its own negotiation space for medical staff where their working conditions are agreed, but also for healthcare and organizational aspects of the medical care provided to the population. Photo by David Zorrakino / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Doctors protest during a demonstration in front of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Barcelona, on December 10, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). Metges de Catalunya (MC) has called a new demonstration on the occasion of the medical strike called until Friday, December 12. Under the slogan 'It affects you too', the union is calling for the creation of its own negotiation space for medical staff where their working conditions are agreed, but also for healthcare and organizational aspects of the medical care provided to the population. Photo by David Zorrakino / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Doctors protest during a demonstration in front of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Barcelona, on December 10, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). Metges de Catalunya (MC) has called a new demonstration on the occasion of the medical strike called until Friday, December 12. Under the slogan 'It affects you too', the union is calling for the creation of its own negotiation space for medical staff where their working conditions are agreed, but also for healthcare and organizational aspects of the medical care provided to the population. Photo by David Zorrakino / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Doctors protest during a demonstration in front of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Barcelona, on December 10, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). Metges de Catalunya (MC) has called a new demonstration on the occasion of the medical strike called until Friday, December 12. Under the slogan 'It affects you too', the union is calling for the creation of its own negotiation space for medical staff where their working conditions are agreed, but also for healthcare and organizational aspects of the medical care provided to the population. Photo by David Zorrakino / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Doctors protest during a demonstration in front of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Barcelona, on December 10, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). Metges de Catalunya (MC) has called a new demonstration on the occasion of the medical strike called until Friday, December 12. Under the slogan 'It affects you too', the union is calling for the creation of its own negotiation space for medical staff where their working conditions are agreed, but also for healthcare and organizational aspects of the medical care provided to the population. Photo by David Zorrakino / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Doctors protest during a demonstration in front of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Barcelona, on December 10, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). Metges de Catalunya (MC) has called a new demonstration on the occasion of the medical strike called until Friday, December 12. Under the slogan 'It affects you too', the union is calling for the creation of its own negotiation space for medical staff where their working conditions are agreed, but also for healthcare and organizational aspects of the medical care provided to the population. Photo by David Zorrakino / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Doctors protest during a demonstration in front of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Barcelona, on December 10, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). Metges de Catalunya (MC) has called a new demonstration on the occasion of the medical strike called until Friday, December 12. Under the slogan 'It affects you too', the union is calling for the creation of its own negotiation space for medical staff where their working conditions are agreed, but also for healthcare and organizational aspects of the medical care provided to the population. Photo by David Zorrakino / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Demonstration of Metges De Catalunya for The Statewide Medical Strike - Spain

Doctors protest during a demonstration in front of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Barcelona, on December 10, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). Metges de Catalunya (MC) has called a new demonstration on the occasion of the medical strike called until Friday, December 12. Under the slogan 'It affects you too', the union is calling for the creation of its own negotiation space for medical staff where their working conditions are agreed, but also for healthcare and organizational aspects of the medical care provided to the population. Photo by David Zorrakino / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

US: First Alert Weather Day as Another Round of Snow Hits Virginia

Another round of snow hit Virginia, and authorities upgraded the forecast, designating Monday, December 8, as a "First Alert Weather Day" due to potential travel disruptions.

US: Roads Become Hazardous After Morning Snow Hits Across Kentucky

Early Monday morning, December 8, Kentucky roads became hazardous due to a mixture of snow and freezing rain. A Winter Weather Advisory has been expanded slightly westward and remains in effect until 1 PM, covering areas northeast of a line from Harlan to Estill County, including the I-64 and Mountain Parkway corridors. Motorists should expect slick conditions ahead of another winter system expected later this week.

Japan: Heavy, Wet Snow Hits Hokkaido, Brings Power Outage Threat

Widespread snowfall blanketed many parts of Hokkaido on Monday, December 8, turning the region into a winter landscape. Much of today’s snow was heavy and wet, and areas with strengthening winds faced the risk of blowing snow, reduced visibility, and possible power outages caused by snow accretion.

US: Chicago Sees Another Round of Snow as Season Totals Surge

Overnight snowfall early Sunday, December 7, pushed Chicago’s seasonal total past 17 inches—the fastest since 1978. More than 200 city trucks cleared roads before dawn, helping residents manage slick travel conditions.

US: Cold Front Sweeps Through Illinois, Causing Travel Disruptions

A cold front rolled through Illinois on Wednesday, December 3, bringing heavy snow, causing travel issues that included a ground stop for over an hour at Chicago's O'Hare Airport.

US: Fast-Moving Winter Storm Brings Heavy Snow to Iowa

A fast-moving winter storm delivered heavy snow and dangerous travel conditions to Iowa, prompting a Winter Storm Warning for most of the state on Saturday, December 6. The storm system affected the Midwest region, putting approximately 20 million people under winter weather alerts.

Canada: Heavy Snow and High Winds Slam Newfoundland and Labrador

A winter storm bringing heavy snow and strong winds swept across Newfoundland and Labrador on Wednesday, December 3, leading to widespread school closures, minor road accidents, and power outages.

Spain: Winter Arrives With Snow Across Several Regions

Spain is experiencing its first major winter storm, bringing snow across several regions. Yellow warnings are in effect for Ávila and Segovia, while icy conditions have closed the only road to Peñalba de Santiago in León. Temperatures dropped sharply at La Covatilla ski resort in Salamanca, reaching –6.1°C, the ninth-lowest in Spain that morning.

Spain: Winter Arrives With Snow Across Several Regions 2

Spain is experiencing its first major winter storm, bringing snow across several regions. Yellow warnings are in effect for Ávila and Segovia, while icy conditions have closed the only road to Peñalba de Santiago in León. Temperatures dropped sharply at La Covatilla ski resort in Salamanca, reaching –6.1°C, the ninth-lowest in Spain that morning.

Cyclone Ditwah Devastates All of Sri Lanka

Cyclone Ditwah Devastates All of Sri Lanka

Rescuers distribute bottled water to people affected by flooding in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on Dec. 1, 2025. The death toll from extreme weather conditions hitting Sri Lanka has risen to 410, while 336 people remain missing, the country's Disaster Management Center said Tuesday, on December 2, 2025. Photo by Gayan Sameera/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Cyclone Ditwah Devastates All of Sri Lanka

Cyclone Ditwah Devastates All of Sri Lanka

Flood-affected people are transported to safe areas by boat in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on Dec. 1, 2025. The death toll from extreme weather conditions hitting Sri Lanka has risen to 410, while 336 people remain missing, the country's Disaster Management Center said Tuesday, on December 2, 2025. Photo by Gayan Sameera/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Cyclone Ditwah Devastates All of Sri Lanka

Cyclone Ditwah Devastates All of Sri Lanka

A rescue boat is transported by a crane truck through a flooded street in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on Dec. 1, 2025. The death toll from extreme weather conditions hitting Sri Lanka has risen to 410, while 336 people remain missing, the country's Disaster Management Center said Tuesday, on December 2, 2025. Photo by Gayan Sameera/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Cyclone Ditwah Devastates All of Sri Lanka

Cyclone Ditwah Devastates All of Sri Lanka

People wade through a flooded area in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on Dec. 1, 2025. The death toll from extreme weather conditions hitting Sri Lanka has risen to 410, while 336 people remain missing, the country's Disaster Management Center said Tuesday, on December 2, 2025. Photo by Gayan Sameera/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Cyclone Ditwah Devastates All of Sri Lanka

Cyclone Ditwah Devastates All of Sri Lanka

This photo taken on Dec. 1, 2025 shows a flooded area in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The death toll from extreme weather conditions hitting Sri Lanka has risen to 410, while 336 people remain missing, the country's Disaster Management Center said Tuesday, on December 2, 2025. Photo by Gayan Sameera/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

US: Winter Storm Brings Overnight Snow to Kentucky

Many parts of Kentucky saw overnight snowfall from Monday night, December 1, into Tuesday morning, December 2.

US: Winter Storm Brings Overnight Snow to Kentucky 2

Many parts of Kentucky saw overnight snowfall from Monday night, December 1, into Tuesday morning, December 2.

US: Snow Hits St. Louis, Blanketing Roads

A surprise early-afternoon snowstorm hit St. Louis on Monday, December 1 causing crashes, traffic jams, and school closures. Major incidents included a pile-up on westbound I-270 and heavy congestion across the region. Officials said the snow arrived earlier than forecast, preventing timely road treatment.

Difficult Humanitarian Conditions Near the Khan Yunis Landfill - Palestine

Difficult Humanitarian Conditions Near the Khan Yunis Landfill - Palestine

Two girls look toward a flock of grazing sheep and goats scattered across a trash-covered area at a waste dump in Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, on November 30, 2025. The area surrounding the waste dump in Khan Yunis faces difficult humanitarian conditions, with shepherds forced to graze their livestock near the site due to the lack of suitable pastures and children collecting paper and firewood from the garbage to support their families’ daily needs. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Difficult Humanitarian Conditions Near the Khan Yunis Landfill - Palestine

Difficult Humanitarian Conditions Near the Khan Yunis Landfill - Palestine

Two children stand on a trash-strewn field near a waste dump on the outskirts of Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, on November 30, 2025. The area surrounding the waste dump in Khan Yunis faces difficult humanitarian conditions, with shepherds forced to graze their livestock near the site due to the lack of suitable pastures and children collecting paper and firewood from the garbage to support their families’ daily needs. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Difficult Humanitarian Conditions Near the Khan Yunis Landfill - Palestine

Difficult Humanitarian Conditions Near the Khan Yunis Landfill - Palestine

A shepherd stands among his flock as they graze on a trash-strewn field in Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, on November 30, 2025. The area surrounding the waste dump in Khan Yunis faces difficult humanitarian conditions, with shepherds forced to graze their livestock near the site due to the lack of suitable pastures and children collecting paper and firewood from the garbage to support their families’ daily needs. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Difficult Humanitarian Conditions Near the Khan Yunis Landfill - Palestine

Difficult Humanitarian Conditions Near the Khan Yunis Landfill - Palestine

A child walks past a flock of grazing goats and sheep while carrying a sack across a rubbish-strewn area in Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, on November 30, 2025. The area surrounding the waste dump in Khan Yunis faces difficult humanitarian conditions, with shepherds forced to graze their livestock near the site due to the lack of suitable pastures and children collecting paper and firewood from the garbage to support their families’ daily needs. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Difficult Humanitarian Conditions Near the Khan Yunis Landfill - Palestine

Difficult Humanitarian Conditions Near the Khan Yunis Landfill - Palestine

People search through piles of garbage at a waste dump in Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, on November 30, 2025. The area surrounding the waste dump in Khan Yunis faces difficult humanitarian conditions, with shepherds forced to graze their livestock near the site due to the lack of suitable pastures and children collecting paper and firewood from the garbage to support their families’ daily needs. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Difficult Humanitarian Conditions Near the Khan Yunis Landfill - Palestine

Difficult Humanitarian Conditions Near the Khan Yunis Landfill - Palestine

Two girls look toward a flock of grazing sheep and goats scattered across a trash-covered area at a waste dump in Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, on November 30, 2025. The area surrounding the waste dump in Khan Yunis faces difficult humanitarian conditions, with shepherds forced to graze their livestock near the site due to the lack of suitable pastures and children collecting paper and firewood from the garbage to support their families’ daily needs. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Difficult Humanitarian Conditions Near the Khan Yunis Landfill - Palestine

Difficult Humanitarian Conditions Near the Khan Yunis Landfill - Palestine

Two girls look toward a flock of grazing sheep and goats scattered across a trash-covered area at a waste dump in Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, on November 30, 2025. The area surrounding the waste dump in Khan Yunis faces difficult humanitarian conditions, with shepherds forced to graze their livestock near the site due to the lack of suitable pastures and children collecting paper and firewood from the garbage to support their families’ daily needs. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Difficult Humanitarian Conditions Near the Khan Yunis Landfill - Palestine

Difficult Humanitarian Conditions Near the Khan Yunis Landfill - Palestine

A child walks along a roadside carrying large bags filled with collected materials in Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, on November 30, 2025. The area surrounding the waste dump in Khan Yunis faces difficult humanitarian conditions, with shepherds forced to graze their livestock near the site due to the lack of suitable pastures and children collecting paper and firewood from the garbage to support their families’ daily needs. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Difficult Humanitarian Conditions Near the Khan Yunis Landfill - Palestine

Difficult Humanitarian Conditions Near the Khan Yunis Landfill - Palestine

A child walks past burned-out vehicles scattered along a roadside at a waste dump in Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, on November 30, 2025. The area surrounding the waste dump in Khan Yunis faces difficult humanitarian conditions, with shepherds forced to graze their livestock near the site due to the lack of suitable pastures and children collecting paper and firewood from the garbage to support their families’ daily needs. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM