China: Unique Hairless Sheep Stands Out Among Woolly Lambs in Xinjiang

In Xinjiang, northwestern China, on Monday, January 19, a rare lamb was seen appearing completely different from its woolly counterparts. The animal is a special breed known as a hairless sheep, which naturally grows with smooth skin and no wool.

Japan: Smoke Fills Hatchobori Station in Tokyo, Trains Suspended

Smoke was reported at JR Hatchobori Station on the Keiyo Line in Tokyo on Monday evening, February 2, prompting a suspension of services between Tokyo and Shin-Kiba stations. Passengers were guided outside after smoke was seen rising from an escalator connecting the platform and concourse, and entry to the station was restricted as smoke filled the premises.

Daihatsu launches e-Hijet Cargo

Daihatsu launches e-Hijet Cargo

Daihatsu Motor Co.'s newly launched e-Hijet Cargo, a mini commercial electric vehicle, is shown to the media in Tokyo on Feb. 2, 2026, with the company's president Masahiro Inoue seen on the screen.

China: Soap Bubbles Freeze Instantly in Minus 27°C Cold

On January 21, 2026, in Jilin, northeastern China, a video showed extremely cold outdoor conditions with temperatures reaching minus 27 degrees Celsius. A young boy was seen blowing soap bubbles into the air. As the bubbles floated and landed on a nearby table, they quickly froze into crystal-like bubbles. Their surfaces reflected colorful light, creating a sparkling appearance. When the frozen bubbles eventually broke, they turned into soft white fragments instead of liquid. The unusual effect could only be observed under severe winter conditions.

Japan: Record January Snowfall Hits Aomori, Disrupting Traffic and Trains

On January 28, Aomori City recorded 150 centimeters of snowfall for the first time in 40 years, causing traffic congestion across the city and a series of train service suspensions. Snow depth reached 154 centimeters by 9 p.m., tying for the second-highest January total on record, last seen on January 30, 1986. According to Aomori Prefecture, as of 2 p.m. on January 29, two people had died and 85 others were injured, while damage was confirmed at four residential properties. The video captures conditions in Aomori City on the morning of January 29, showing the extent of the heavy snowfall.

US: Ice Floes Cover NYC Rivers After Snowstorm 2

Ice floes were seen floating on the Hudson and East rivers in New York on Tuesday, January 27, following a winter snowstorm that forced NYC Ferry service to be suspended.

US: Ice Floes Cover NYC Rivers After Snowstorm 3

Ice floes were seen drifting along the Hudson and East rivers in New York on Tuesday, January 27, following a winter snowstorm that forced the suspension of NYC Ferry service. NYC Ferry service across all routes remained suspended for a second day on Wednesday, January 28, due to floating ice in both the East and Hudson rivers.

US: Ice Floes Cover NYC Rivers After Snowstorm

Ice floes were seen floating on the Hudson and East rivers in New York on Tuesday, January 27, following a winter snowstorm that forced NYC Ferry service to be suspended.

Russia: Kamchatka Residents Dig Snow Tunnels to Reach Homes After Blizzard

Residents in Kamchatka Krai, Russia, were seen digging tunnels through massive snowdrifts after a powerful blizzard buried neighborhoods and blocked access to homes on January 20, 2026.

Japan: Dinosaur Robots in Fukui Brave Through Heavy Snow Like Prehistoric Ice Age

In Fukui, a region famous for its numerous dinosaur fossil discoveries, dinosaur robots outside Fukui Station were seen moving through a heavy snowstorm on Friday, January 23. The sight of these prehistoric figures braving the conditions under a heavy snow warning created a powerful scene, making it feel as though the area had slipped back into a prehistoric ice age.

Japan: Dinosaur Robots in Fukui Brave Through Heavy Snow Like Prehistoric Ice Age 2

In Fukui, a region famous for its numerous dinosaur fossil discoveries, dinosaur robots outside Fukui Station were seen moving through a heavy snowstorm on Friday, January 23. The sight of these prehistoric figures braving the conditions under a heavy snow warning created a powerful scene, making it feel as though the area had slipped back into a prehistoric ice age.

RECAP: Strongest Solar Storm in Over 20 Years Triggers Widespread Auroras

A powerful geomagnetic storm triggered by one of the strongest solar eruptions in more than 20 years lit up skies across large parts of Europe and North America on Monday, January 19 and Tuesday, January 20. The rare event allowed the northern lights to be seen far south of their usual range, including in parts of the United States, the UK, Germany, and Switzerland, according to NOAA.

Rare Solar Storm Triggers Northern Lights Across Europe and North America 7

A powerful geomagnetic storm triggered by one of the strongest solar eruptions in more than 20 years lit up skies across large parts of Europe and North America on Monday night, January 19. The rare event allowed the northern lights to be seen far south of their usual range, including in parts of the United States, the UK, Germany, and Switzerland, according to NOAA.

China: Rare Rainbow-Colored Clouds Seen Above Xinjiang Ski Resort

A video captured a striking display of rainbow-colored clouds over a ski resort in Altay, Xinjiang, China, on January 11, 2026. Bands of red, orange, yellow, green, blue and purple stretched across the winter sky above the snow-covered slopes as skiers paused to watch the rare phenomenon. The shimmering clouds lingered on the horizon, creating a surreal contrast with the white mountains below.

Rare Solar Storm Triggers Northern Lights Across Europe and North America 6

A powerful geomagnetic storm triggered by one of the strongest solar eruptions in more than 20 years lit up skies across large parts of Europe and North America on Monday night, January 19. The rare event allowed the northern lights to be seen far south of their usual range, including in parts of the United States, the UK, Germany, and Switzerland, according to NOAA.

Rare Solar Storm Triggers Northern Lights Across Europe and North America 5

A powerful geomagnetic storm triggered by one of the strongest solar eruptions in more than 20 years lit up skies across large parts of Europe and North America on Monday night, January 19. The rare event allowed the northern lights to be seen far south of their usual range, including in parts of the United States, the UK, Germany, and Switzerland, according to NOAA.

CALCIO - UEFA Champions League - Inter - FC Internazionale vs Arsenal FC

CALCIO - UEFA Champions League - Inter - FC Internazionale vs Arsenal FC

Referee Joao Pinheiro seen warms up prior to the UEFA Champions League stage match Phase MD7 between Inter FC Internazionale and Live Arsenal FC, on 20 of January 2026, at Giuseppe Meazza San Siro Siro stadium in Milan, Italy

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Francois Hollande and Jerome Guedj (PS) seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu and French Minister of Action and Public Accounts Amelie de Montchalin seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu and French Minister of Action and Public Accounts Amelie de Montchalin seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu and French Minister of Action and Public Accounts Amelie de Montchalin seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu and French Minister of Action and Public Accounts Amelie de Montchalin seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Francois Hollande and Jerome Guedj (PS) seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Francois Hollande and Jerome Guedj (PS) seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

Session of Questions to The Government - Paris

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu seen here during a session of Questions to the Government at the French National Assembly in Paris, France on January 20th, 2026. Photo by Henri Szwarc/ABACAPRESS.COM

Giant Panda Returns to China - Tokyo

Giant Panda Returns to China - Tokyo

Giant panda Xiao Xiao is seen at Ueno Zoo in Tokyo, Japan, Dec. 25, 2025. Giant pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei, currently residing at a zoo in Tokyo, will depart for China on Jan. 27, marking the first time in about half a century that Japan will be without any pandas, local media reported. Photo by Jia Haocheng/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Giant Panda Returns to China - Tokyo

Giant Panda Returns to China - Tokyo

Giant panda Xiao Xiao is seen at Ueno Zoo in Tokyo, Japan, Dec. 25, 2025. Giant pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei, currently residing at a zoo in Tokyo, will depart for China on Jan. 27, marking the first time in about half a century that Japan will be without any pandas, local media reported. Photo by Jia Haocheng/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Giant Panda Returns to China - Tokyo

Giant Panda Returns to China - Tokyo

Giant panda Lei Lei is seen at Ueno Zoo in Tokyo, Japan, Dec. 25, 2025. Giant pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei, currently residing at a zoo in Tokyo, will depart for China on Jan. 27, marking the first time in about half a century that Japan will be without any pandas, local media reported. Photo by Jia Haocheng/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Rare Solar Storm Triggers Northern Lights Across Europe and North America 4

A powerful geomagnetic storm triggered by one of the strongest solar eruptions in more than 20 years lit up skies across large parts of Europe and North America on Monday night, January 19. The rare event allowed the northern lights to be seen far south of their usual range, including in parts of the United States, the UK, Germany, and Switzerland, according to NOAA.

Rare Solar Storm Triggers Northern Lights Across Europe and North America

A powerful geomagnetic storm triggered by one of the strongest solar eruptions in more than 20 years lit up skies across large parts of Europe and North America on Monday night, January 19. The rare event allowed the northern lights to be seen far south of their usual range, including in parts of the United States, the UK, Germany, and Switzerland, according to NOAA.

Rare Solar Storm Triggers Northern Lights Across Europe and North America 2

A powerful geomagnetic storm triggered by one of the strongest solar eruptions in more than 20 years lit up skies across large parts of Europe and North America on Monday night, January 19. The rare event allowed the northern lights to be seen far south of their usual range, including in parts of the United States, the UK, Germany, and Switzerland, according to NOAA.

Rare Solar Storm Triggers Northern Lights Across Europe and North America 3

A powerful geomagnetic storm triggered by one of the strongest solar eruptions in more than 20 years lit up skies across large parts of Europe and North America on Monday night, January 19. The rare event allowed the northern lights to be seen far south of their usual range, including in parts of the United States, the UK, Germany, and Switzerland, according to NOAA.

Hebron Curfew - West Bank

Hebron Curfew - West Bank

A blocked alley with earth mounds is seen as the military closes Hebron's H2 southern sector in the occupied West Bank on January 19, 2026. Troops imposed a curfew on approximately 70,000 people while searching for weapons and wanted individuals, erecting new gates and earth mounds to isolate the area. Following the 1995 Oslo Agreement and 1997 Hebron Agreement, the city remains divided, with H2, including the Old City of Hebron, under Israeli military control while H1 is administered by the Palestinian Authority. Most Palestinians live in the H2 sector. Photo by Mosab Shawer/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM