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US: Powerful Blizzard Hits NYC, Travel Bans Issued Across Northeast

A powerful blizzard — the first to strike the New York City area in a decade — began late Sunday night, February 22, and brought much of the U.S. Northeast to a standstill by Monday, February 23, prompting travel bans, school closures, and emergency measures. Central Park recorded 19.7 inches of snow, while parts of Long Island saw up to 31 inches. The storm produced heavy snow, fierce winds, coastal flooding risks, and widespread power outages, with states of emergency declared and millions under weather warnings across the region. This video was captured on the Manhattan side beneath the Queensboro Bridge (59th Street Bridge), along the East River, on Sunday night, February 22.

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US: Powerful Bomb Cyclone Continues to Batter Northeast With Record Snow

A powerful “bomb cyclone” continued to batter the northeastern United States on Monday, February 23, leaving hundreds of thousands without power and dumping up to 3 feet of snow in some states. It triggered states of emergency across several states and brought up to 19 inches of snow to parts of New York City, forcing the Boston Globe to suspend its print edition for the first time in its 153-year history.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Toronto Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto hits a two-run home run in the second inning of a spring training game against the New York Mets in Dunedin, Florida, on Feb. 23, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Toronto Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto (R) celebrates with teammate Addison Barger after hitting a two-run home run in the second inning of a spring training baseball game against the New York Mets in Dunedin, Florida, on Feb. 23, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Toronto Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto (R) celebrates with teammate Addison Barger after hitting a two-run home run in the second inning of a spring training baseball game against the New York Mets in Dunedin, Florida, on Feb. 23, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Toronto Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto (R) meets the press after being substituted during a spring training baseball game against the New York Mets in Dunedin, Florida, on Feb. 23, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Toronto Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto (R) meets the press after being substituted during a spring training baseball game against the New York Mets in Dunedin, Florida, on Feb. 23, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Toronto Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto (R) meets the press after being substituted during a spring training baseball game against the New York Mets in Dunedin, Florida, on Feb. 23, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Toronto Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto (L) chats with teammates during a spring training baseball game against the New York Mets in Dunedin, Florida, on Feb. 23, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Toronto Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto (R) celebrates with teammate Addison Barger after hitting a two-run home run in the second inning of a spring training baseball game against the New York Mets in Dunedin, Florida, on Feb. 23, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Toronto Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto high-fives with teammates in the dugout after hitting a two-run home run in the second inning of a spring training baseball game against the New York Mets in Dunedin, Florida, on Feb. 23, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Toronto Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run in the second inning of a spring training baseball game against the New York Mets in Dunedin, Florida, on Feb. 23, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Toronto Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto takes the batting position in the fourth inning of a spring training game against the New York Mets in Dunedin, Florida, on Feb. 23, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Toronto Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto hits a two-run home run in the second inning of a spring training game against the New York Mets in Dunedin, Florida, on Feb. 23, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Toronto Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto signs an autograph for fans ahead of a spring training baseball game against the New York Mets in Dunedin, Florida, on Feb. 23, 2026.

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Snowstorm in New York

People walk through snow-covered Times Square in New York on Feb. 23, 2026, as a massive blizzard hits the northeastern United States.

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Snowstorm in New York

A person removes snow on a street in Manhattan, New York, on Feb. 23, 2026, as a massive snowstorm hits the northeastern United States.

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Snowstorm in New York

People walk through heavy snow in Manhattan, New York, on Feb. 23, 2026, as a massive blizzard hits the northeastern United States.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Slams Northeast, Triggering Blizzard Warnings and Travel Shutdowns 9

A powerful “bomb cyclone” battered the northeastern United States on Sunday, February 22, with blizzard warnings in effect for New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. Wind gusts up to 60–70 mph and snowfall totals of up to two feet are causing power outages, travel shutdowns, thousands of flight cancellations, and states of emergency across multiple states.

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Mexico: Resort City Puerto Vallarta Rocked by Violence After Cartel Leader Death 4

Puerto Vallarta woke Sunday, February 22 to scenes of smoke, fires and road blockades after armed groups burned at least eight vehicles and scattered tire spikes across the city and nearby municipalities in Jalisco state. The violence, which prompted a “Code Red” alert and shelter-in-place calls from authorities, was reportedly triggered by a federal operation in Tapalpa and unconfirmed reports of the killing of alleged CJNG leader Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes. This video shows the Mexican Navy ship coming into Puerto Vallarta on Monday afternoon.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Slams Northeast, Triggering Blizzard Warnings and Travel Shutdowns 10

A powerful “bomb cyclone” battered the northeastern United States on Sunday, February 22, with blizzard warnings in effect for New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. Wind gusts up to 60–70 mph and snowfall totals of up to two feet are causing power outages, travel shutdowns, thousands of flight cancellations, and states of emergency across multiple states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Slams Northeast, Triggering Blizzard Warnings and Travel Shutdowns 11

A powerful “bomb cyclone” battered the northeastern United States on Sunday, February 22, with blizzard warnings in effect for New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. Wind gusts up to 60–70 mph and snowfall totals of up to two feet are causing power outages, travel shutdowns, thousands of flight cancellations, and states of emergency across multiple states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Slams Northeast, Triggering Blizzard Warnings and Travel Shutdowns 7

A powerful “bomb cyclone” battered the northeastern United States on Sunday, February 22, with blizzard warnings in effect for New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. Wind gusts up to 60–70 mph and snowfall totals of up to two feet are causing power outages, travel shutdowns, thousands of flight cancellations, and states of emergency across multiple states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Slams Northeast, Triggering Blizzard Warnings and Travel Shutdowns 8

A powerful “bomb cyclone” battered the northeastern United States on Sunday, February 22, with blizzard warnings in effect for New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. Wind gusts up to 60–70 mph and snowfall totals of up to two feet are causing power outages, travel shutdowns, thousands of flight cancellations, and states of emergency across multiple states.

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Mexico: Resort City Puerto Vallarta Rocked by Violence After Cartel Leader Death 3

Puerto Vallarta woke Sunday, February 22 to scenes of smoke, fires and road blockades after armed groups burned at least eight vehicles and scattered tire spikes across the city and nearby municipalities in Jalisco state. The violence, which prompted a “Code Red” alert and shelter-in-place calls from authorities, was reportedly triggered by a federal operation in Tapalpa and unconfirmed reports of the killing of alleged CJNG leader Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Slams Northeast, Triggering Blizzard Warnings and Travel Shutdowns 6

A powerful “bomb cyclone” battered the northeastern United States on Sunday, February 22, with blizzard warnings in effect for New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. Wind gusts up to 60–70 mph and snowfall totals of up to two feet are causing power outages, travel shutdowns, thousands of flight cancellations, and states of emergency across multiple states.

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Mexico: Resort City Puerto Vallarta Rocked by Violence After Alleged Cartel Leader Death 2

Puerto Vallarta woke Sunday, February 22 to scenes of smoke, fires and road blockades after armed groups burned at least eight vehicles and scattered tire spikes across the city and nearby municipalities in Jalisco state. The violence, which prompted a “Code Red” alert and shelter-in-place calls from authorities, was reportedly triggered by a federal operation in Tapalpa and unconfirmed reports of the killing of alleged CJNG leader Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Slams Northeast, Triggering Blizzard Warnings and Travel Shutdowns

A powerful “bomb cyclone” battered the northeastern United States on Sunday, February 22, with blizzard warnings in effect for New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. Wind gusts up to 60–70 mph and snowfall totals of up to two feet are causing power outages, travel shutdowns, thousands of flight cancellations, and states of emergency across multiple states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Slams Northeast, Triggering Blizzard Warnings and Travel Shutdowns 2

A powerful “bomb cyclone” battered the northeastern United States on Sunday, February 22, with blizzard warnings in effect for New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. Wind gusts up to 60–70 mph and snowfall totals of up to two feet are causing power outages, travel shutdowns, thousands of flight cancellations, and states of emergency across multiple states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Slams Northeast, Triggering Blizzard Warnings and Travel Shutdowns 3

A powerful “bomb cyclone” battered the northeastern United States on Sunday, February 22, with blizzard warnings in effect for New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. Wind gusts up to 60–70 mph and snowfall totals of up to two feet are causing power outages, travel shutdowns, thousands of flight cancellations, and states of emergency across multiple states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Slams Northeast, Triggering Blizzard Warnings and Travel Shutdowns 4

A powerful “bomb cyclone” battered the northeastern United States on Sunday, February 22, with blizzard warnings in effect for New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. Wind gusts up to 60–70 mph and snowfall totals of up to two feet are causing power outages, travel shutdowns, thousands of flight cancellations, and states of emergency across multiple states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Slams Northeast, Triggering Blizzard Warnings and Travel Shutdowns 5

A powerful “bomb cyclone” battered the northeastern United States on Sunday, February 22, with blizzard warnings in effect for New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. Wind gusts up to 60–70 mph and snowfall totals of up to two feet are causing power outages, travel shutdowns, thousands of flight cancellations, and states of emergency across multiple states.

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Mexico: Resort City Puerto Vallarta Rocked by Violence After Alleged Cartel Leader Death

Puerto Vallarta woke Sunday, February 22 to scenes of smoke, fires and road blockades after armed groups burned at least eight vehicles and scattered tire spikes across the city and nearby municipalities in Jalisco state. The violence, which prompted a “Code Red” alert and shelter-in-place calls from authorities, was reportedly triggered by a federal operation in Tapalpa and unconfirmed reports of the killing of alleged CJNG leader Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes.

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Moscow during Lunar New Year holidays

Chinese tourists take pictures at Moscow's Red Square on Feb. 18, 2026, during the Lunar New Year holidays.

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Moscow during Lunar New Year holidays

Chinese tourists take pictures at Moscow's Red Square on Feb. 18, 2026, during the Lunar New Year holidays.

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Moscow during Lunar New Year holidays

Chinese tourists walk through Moscow's Red Square on Feb. 18, 2026, during the Lunar New Year holidays.

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Seoul during Lunar New Year holidays

Photo taken in Seoul's Myeongdong shopping district on Feb. 20, 2026, shows a banner welcoming Chinese tourists during the Lunar New Year holidays.

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Seoul during Lunar New Year holidays

Photo taken in Seoul's Myeongdong shopping district on Feb. 20, 2026, shows a banner welcoming Chinese tourists during the Lunar New Year holidays.

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US: High Winds and Blowing Dust Hit Parts of New Mexico

High winds and blowing dust hit parts of New Mexico on Tuesday, February 17, as a cold front brought gusts over 60 mph and forced brief highway closures.

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US: Icy Spectacle as Waterfalls Freeze in Letchworth State Park

As subzero temperatures continue across western New York, a spectacular frozen waterfall was captured on video on February 17 at Letchworth State Park.

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China: Firework Displays Light Up Harbin Skies to Celebrate Lunar New Year

Fireworks illuminated the night sky over Harbin as crowds celebrated the start of the 2026 Lunar New Year with cheers and festive excitement. This video was taken at Harbin Ice and Snow World Festival.

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Vietnam: Fireworks Light Up Night as Lunar New Year Begins 6

Fireworks illuminated skies across Vietnam at midnight as crowds celebrated the start of the 2026 Lunar New Year with cheers and festive excitement.

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US: Coldest Storm of the Season Buries Sierra Nevada in Heavy Snow 3

Rolling thunderstorms and strong winds swept across California as the season’s coldest storm dumped heavy snow on the Sierra Nevada. The heavy snow created dangerous backcountry conditions, and a large avalanche near Truckee killed at least eight skiers. Ski areas around Lake Tahoe reported significant totals, with more than 40 inches of new snow in 24 hours.

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U.N. Security Council meeting on Palestine

A U.N. Security Council meeting on the situation in Gaza and the West Bank is held on Feb. 18, 2026, at the U.N. headquarters in New York.

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U.N. Security Council meeting on Palestine

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar speaks at a U.N. Security Council meeting on the situation in Gaza and the West Bank on Feb. 18, 2026, at the U.N. headquarters in New York.

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U.N. Security Council meeting on Palestine

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar speaks at a U.N. Security Council meeting on the situation in Gaza and the West Bank on Feb. 18, 2026, at the U.N. headquarters in New York.

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Berlin Int'l Film Festival

Japanese film director Yoshitoshi Shinomiya (L) poses for a photo with actor Riku Hagiwara, who voiced one of the protagonists of his anime film "A New Dawn," at the Berlin International Film Festival on Feb. 18, 2026, in the German capital.

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US: Coldest Storm of the Season Buries Sierra Nevada in Heavy Snow 2

Rolling thunderstorms and strong winds swept across California as the season’s coldest storm dumped heavy snow on the Sierra Nevada. The heavy snow created dangerous backcountry conditions, and a large avalanche near Truckee killed at least eight skiers. Ski areas around Lake Tahoe reported significant totals, with more than 40 inches of new snow in 24 hours.

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New Takaichi Cabinet inaugurated

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (C) attends a Cabinet meeting at the prime minister's office in Tokyo with her ministers on Feb. 19, 2026, a day after her new Cabinet was inaugurated following her reelection as Japan's leader in parliament.

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New Takaichi Cabinet inaugurated

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (C) attends a Cabinet meeting at the prime minister's office in Tokyo with her ministers on Feb. 19, 2026, a day after her new Cabinet was inaugurated following her reelection as Japan's leader in parliament.