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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

2nd anniv. of Noto Peninsula quake

2nd anniv. of Noto Peninsula quake

Bamboo lanterns are lit at a shrine in Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture, creating illumination reading "Noto" on Jan. 1, 2026, exactly two years after a powerful earthquake hit central Japan's Noto Peninsula area.

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

Children and Families Enjoy Snowfall in Gaziantep

In Gaziantep, Turkey, on December 31, 2025, children and families enjoy winter activities as they play on snow-covered areas and slide on icy hills, creating a lively atmosphere across the city during the final day of the year. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

China: Malfunctioning Electric Car Spins Repeatedly in Traffic

A malfunctioning small electric vehicle spun uncontrollably in the middle of a public road in China, creating a dangerous situation for nearby drivers. The incident occurred on December 5, 2023, in Jiangsu Province. The video shows a low-speed electric car, commonly used by elderly drivers in China, suddenly losing control and repeatedly spinning in tight circles around another vehicle in the center of the roadway. Other vehicles were forced to slow down and keep their distance as the driver appeared unable to regain control. After spinning several times, the car struck the other vehicle and eventually came to a stop. No injuries were reported.

US: Nights of Thousand Candles Lights Up Brookgreen Gardens in South Carolina

Brookgreen Gardens in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, is glowing with holiday magic during its annual Nights of a Thousand Candles event. On select evenings, thousands of hand-lit candles and sparkling lights illuminate the gardens, creating a festive and atmospheric nighttime experience. Visitors can stroll through the grounds, enjoy seasonal music, and take in the warm holiday ambiance.

China: Striking Fire-Red Clouds Turn Sky Into Fiery Canvas

This is the breathtaking moment fiery red clouds swirled across the sky, creating a spectacular scene. Filmed on December 9, 2025, in Shanxi, China, the video shows glowing clouds rolling across the sky at sunset. Layers of clouds wrapped around the fading light, forming a vivid cloudscape that moved like breaking waves. Red and orange hues shifted continuously, giving the sky a dynamic, cinematic look as color spread across the horizon. The video ends with the clouds still rolling, as the glowing sky slowly fades.

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Winter Surf Event At Scheveningen Beach - Netherlands

Crowds gathered along the shoreline in Scheveningen on Saturday as a winter surf event turned the beach into a festive scene, with participants entering the North Sea in Christmas-inspired attire. The annual gathering, known for its distinctive blend of sport and seasonal celebration, attracted both surfers and onlookers, creating a lively atmosphere despite cold conditions. The event has become a recognizable end-of-year tradition on the Dutch coast, marking the festive period with a mix of spectacle, community, and coastal culture. Scheveningen, The Hague, Netherlands, on December 20, 2025. Photo by Mouneb Taim/ABACAPRESS.COM