UK: Storm Goretti Brings Damaging Winds, Knocking Down Trees and Power Lines

Storm Goretti battered parts of Europe with winds exceeding 200 km/h. Goretti brought heavy snow, ice, and strong winds to the UK, including a 159 km/h gust recorded in the Isles of Scilly, knocking down trees and power lines and causing widespread travel disruptions and significant property damage.

UK: Storm Goretti Brings Damaging Winds, Knocking Down Trees and Power Lines 2

Storm Goretti battered parts of Europe with winds exceeding 200 km/h. Goretti brought heavy snow, ice, and strong winds to the UK, including a 159 km/h gust recorded in the Isles of Scilly, knocking down trees and power lines and causing widespread travel disruptions and significant property damage.

France: Storm Goretti Hits Northwest With Dangerous Winds and Waves 2

Storm Goretti, named by France’s weather authority Meteo-France, is sweeping across northwestern France from Thursday evening, January 8 into Friday, January 9. Authorities warn of dangerous conditions, including powerful gusts and large waves, with potential risks to life and property in exposed areas.

France: Storm Goretti Hits Northwest With Dangerous Winds and Waves

Storm Goretti, named by France’s weather authority Meteo-France, is sweeping across northwestern France from Thursday evening, January 8 into Friday, January 9. Authorities warn of dangerous conditions, including powerful gusts and large waves, with potential risks to life and property in exposed areas.

Japan: M6.2 Earthquake Causes Damage in Shimane

A series of earthquakes, including one with a maximum magnitude of 6.2, struck western Japan on Tuesday, January 6, with epicenters in eastern Shimane Prefecture. Authorities said there was no tsunami threat. This video shows a landslide triggered by the quake at a residential property in Yasugi City, eastern Shimane.

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Several agents of the Mossos d'Esquadra work on the eviction of the B9 of Badalona, on December 17, 2025, in Badalona, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Mossos d'Esquadra are ready to start the eviction of the former high school B9 in Badalona (Barcelona), converted into an occupied settlement. The eviction is carried out in response to the demand of the Badalona City Council to Mossos d'Esquadra, by means of a judicial resolution of the Contentious Administrative Court number 11 of Barcelona last December 12, "which authorizes the entry and execution of the Government Agreement of the referred City Council to recover the property". Photo by Lorena Sopêna / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Several people evicted from the B9 of Badalona, on December 17, 2025, in Badalona, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Mossos d'Esquadra are ready to start the eviction of the former high school B9 in Badalona (Barcelona), converted into an occupied settlement. The eviction is carried out in response to the demand of the Badalona City Council to Mossos d'Esquadra, by means of a judicial resolution of the Contentious Administrative Court number 11 of Barcelona last December 12, "which authorizes the entry and execution of the Government Agreement of the referred City Council to recover the property". Photo by Lorena Sopêna / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

A dog during the eviction of the B9 of Badalona, on December 17, 2025, in Badalona, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Mossos d'Esquadra are ready to start the eviction of the former high school B9 in Badalona (Barcelona), converted into an occupied settlement. The eviction is carried out in response to the demand of the Badalona City Council to Mossos d'Esquadra, by means of a judicial resolution of the Contentious Administrative Court number 11 of Barcelona last December 12, "which authorizes the entry and execution of the Government Agreement of the referred City Council to recover the property". Photo by Lorena Sopêna / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Several people evicted from the B9 of Badalona, on December 17, 2025, in Badalona, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Mossos d'Esquadra are ready to start the eviction of the former high school B9 in Badalona (Barcelona), converted into an occupied settlement. The eviction is carried out in response to the demand of the Badalona City Council to Mossos d'Esquadra, by means of a judicial resolution of the Contentious Administrative Court number 11 of Barcelona last December 12, "which authorizes the entry and execution of the Government Agreement of the referred City Council to recover the property". Photo by Lorena Sopêna / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Several people evicted from the B9 of Badalona, on December 17, 2025, in Badalona, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Mossos d'Esquadra are ready to start the eviction of the former high school B9 in Badalona (Barcelona), converted into an occupied settlement. The eviction is carried out in response to the demand of the Badalona City Council to Mossos d'Esquadra, by means of a judicial resolution of the Contentious Administrative Court number 11 of Barcelona last December 12, "which authorizes the entry and execution of the Government Agreement of the referred City Council to recover the property". Photo by Lorena Sopêna / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Several people protest to prevent the eviction of the B9 of Badalona, on December 17, 2025, in Badalona, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Mossos d'Esquadra are ready to start the eviction of the former high school B9 in Badalona (Barcelona), converted into an occupied settlement. The eviction is carried out in response to the demand of the Badalona City Council to Mossos d'Esquadra, by means of a judicial resolution of the Contentious Administrative Court number 11 of Barcelona last December 12, "which authorizes the entry and execution of the Government Agreement of the referred City Council to recover the property". Photo by Lorena Sopêna / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Several agents of the Mossos d'Esquadra work on the eviction of the B9 of Badalona, on December 17, 2025, in Badalona, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Mossos d'Esquadra are ready to start the eviction of the former high school B9 in Badalona (Barcelona), converted into an occupied settlement. The eviction is carried out in response to the demand of the Badalona City Council to Mossos d'Esquadra, by means of a judicial resolution of the Contentious Administrative Court number 11 of Barcelona last December 12, "which authorizes the entry and execution of the Government Agreement of the referred City Council to recover the property". Photo by Lorena Sopêna / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

A man rebukes the Mossos d'Esquadra working on the eviction of the B9 of Badalona, on December 17, 2025, in Badalona, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Mossos d'Esquadra are ready to start the eviction of the former high school B9 in Badalona (Barcelona), converted into an occupied settlement. The eviction is carried out in response to the demand of the Badalona City Council to Mossos d'Esquadra, by means of a judicial resolution of the Contentious Administrative Court number 11 of Barcelona last December 12, "which authorizes the entry and execution of the Government Agreement of the referred City Council to recover the property". Photo by Lorena Sopêna / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Several agents of the Mossos d'Esquadra work on the eviction of the B9 of Badalona, on December 17, 2025, in Badalona, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Mossos d'Esquadra are ready to start the eviction of the former high school B9 in Badalona (Barcelona), converted into an occupied settlement. The eviction is carried out in response to the demand of the Badalona City Council to Mossos d'Esquadra, by means of a judicial resolution of the Contentious Administrative Court number 11 of Barcelona last December 12, "which authorizes the entry and execution of the Government Agreement of the referred City Council to recover the property". Photo by Lorena Sopêna / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Several agents of the Mossos d'Esquadra work on the eviction of the B9 of Badalona, on December 17, 2025, in Badalona, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Mossos d'Esquadra are ready to start the eviction of the former high school B9 in Badalona (Barcelona), converted into an occupied settlement. The eviction is carried out in response to the demand of the Badalona City Council to Mossos d'Esquadra, by means of a judicial resolution of the Contentious Administrative Court number 11 of Barcelona last December 12, "which authorizes the entry and execution of the Government Agreement of the referred City Council to recover the property". Photo by Lorena Sopêna / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Several agents of the Mossos d'Esquadra work on the eviction of the B9 of Badalona, on December 17, 2025, in Badalona, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Mossos d'Esquadra are ready to start the eviction of the former high school B9 in Badalona (Barcelona), converted into an occupied settlement. The eviction is carried out in response to the demand of the Badalona City Council to Mossos d'Esquadra, by means of a judicial resolution of the Contentious Administrative Court number 11 of Barcelona last December 12, "which authorizes the entry and execution of the Government Agreement of the referred City Council to recover the property". Photo by Lorena Sopêna / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

A man rebukes the Mossos d'Esquadra working on the eviction of the B9 of Badalona, on December 17, 2025, in Badalona, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Mossos d'Esquadra are ready to start the eviction of the former high school B9 in Badalona (Barcelona), converted into an occupied settlement. The eviction is carried out in response to the demand of the Badalona City Council to Mossos d'Esquadra, by means of a judicial resolution of the Contentious Administrative Court number 11 of Barcelona last December 12, "which authorizes the entry and execution of the Government Agreement of the referred City Council to recover the property". Photo by Lorena Sopêna / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

A man rebukes the Mossos d'Esquadra working on the eviction of the B9 of Badalona, on December 17, 2025, in Badalona, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Mossos d'Esquadra are ready to start the eviction of the former high school B9 in Badalona (Barcelona), converted into an occupied settlement. The eviction is carried out in response to the demand of the Badalona City Council to Mossos d'Esquadra, by means of a judicial resolution of the Contentious Administrative Court number 11 of Barcelona last December 12, "which authorizes the entry and execution of the Government Agreement of the referred City Council to recover the property". Photo by Lorena Sopêna / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Several people evicted from the B9 of Badalona, on December 17, 2025, in Badalona, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Mossos d'Esquadra are ready to start the eviction of the former high school B9 in Badalona (Barcelona), converted into an occupied settlement. The eviction is carried out in response to the demand of the Badalona City Council to Mossos d'Esquadra, by means of a judicial resolution of the Contentious Administrative Court number 11 of Barcelona last December 12, "which authorizes the entry and execution of the Government Agreement of the referred City Council to recover the property". Photo by Lorena Sopêna / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Morocco: Deadly Flash Floods in Safi After Heavy Rainfall, Dozens Killed

Flash floods caused by sudden rainstorms hit the Moroccan coastal town of Safi on Sunday, December 14, resulting in at least 37 deaths, according to local authorities. The fierce downpour also caused significant property damage, affecting around 70 houses and shops in the town. While rescue teams continue to search for other possible victims, the weather service has forecast more heavy rains for Tuesday, December 16, across the country.

Canada Suffers Severe Flooding and Thousands Evacuated

Canada Suffers Severe Flooding and Thousands Evacuated

Chickens are pictured on a property surrounded by floodwaters in Abbotsford B.C., on Thursday, December 11, 2025. Photo by Ethan Cairns /The Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Former KISS band member Gene Simmons is seen during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Former KISS band member Gene Simmons speaks during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Henry Hinton, President & CEO of Inner Banks Media speaks during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Former KISS band member Gene Simmons speaks during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Former KISS band member Gene Simmons speaks during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Former KISS band member Gene Simmons is seen during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Former KISS band member Gene Simmons speaks during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Henry Hinton, President & CEO of Inner Banks Media speaks during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Former KISS band member Gene Simmons speaks during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Former KISS band member Gene Simmons is seen during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Former KISS band member Gene Simmons speaks during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Former KISS band member Gene Simmons is seen during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Former KISS band member Gene Simmons speaks during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Former KISS band member Gene Simmons speaks during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Former KISS band member Gene Simmons speaks during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Michael Huppe, President & CEO of SoundExchange speaks during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Former KISS band member Gene Simmons speaks during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Henry Hinton, President & CEO of Inner Banks Media speaks during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Former KISS band member Gene Simmons is seen during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Former KISS band member Gene Simmons speaks during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Former KISS band member Gene Simmons speaks during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Former KISS band member Gene Simmons speaks during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Michael Huppe, President & CEO of SoundExchange speaks during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Former KISS band member Gene Simmons is seen during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Former KISS band member Gene Simmons speaks during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Former KISS band member Gene Simmons speaks during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Former KISS band member Gene Simmons is seen during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Nick Simmons, son of Gene Simmons is seen during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age

Former KISS band member Gene Simmons speaks during Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearings to examine balancing the interests of local radio, songwriters, and performers in the digital age in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC on Sunday, December 9, 2025. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM