China: Dramatic Mountain Mirage Captured Above Snowy Peak in Sichuan

A group of residents in Sichuan captured a dramatic mountain mirage on Tuesday, January 6, while admiring a snowcapped summit wrapped in thick mist. The fleeting scene showed clouds appearing to lift the peak into another realm as a shimmering mirage emerged above the snowy ridge.

China: Live Fish Found Trapped Inside Solid Block of Ice in Zhejiang

A Chinese resident in Zhejiang discovered a small fish still alive inside a thick block of ice on Monday, January 5. Although completely encased in the frozen water, the fish's body continued to twitch and quiver as if struggling to survive.

China: Electric Scooter Suddenly Catches Fire at Busy Intersection in Huizhou

A woman waiting at a red light in Huizhou, Guangdong, faced a dangerous situation on Monday, January 5, when her electric scooter unexpectedly caught fire. Thick white smoke rapidly poured out from the battery area.

Chile: Flight to Punta Arenas Captures Smoke From Argentina Wildfires

A video taken from a flight to Punta Arenas shows thick smoke from wildfires in Argentina drifting over the area near Lake Todos los Santos in Los Lagos, southern Chile on Wednesday, January 14.

UK: Major Factory Fire Sends Thick Smoke Across Wolverhampton

A major factory fire broke out on Sunbeam Street in Wolverhampton shortly after 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, January 14, sending a large plume of smoke visible for miles. Firefighters from West Midlands and Staffordshire deployed more than 20 fire engines and specialist vehicles as residents were advised to avoid the area and keep doors and windows closed.

China: Students Use Bamboo Pole and Mats to Rescue Stranded Kitten

On December 26, 2025, in Henan Province, located in central China, students rescued a kitten stranded on a platform between the second and third floors of a dormitory building. Several on the third floor used a long bamboo pole to gently nudge the kitten downward. Below, other students held several thick sports mats to catch the falling cat.

UK: Pink Sky Baffles Residents in Birmingham During Winter Storm

Residents in and around Birmingham were puzzled on Thursday, January 8 when the sky turned neon pink during severe winter weather brought by Storm Goretti, sparking speculation on social media that it could be the Northern Lights. The phenomenon was later explained as light from pink LED grow lights at Birmingham City Football Club’s stadium, amplified by falling snow and thick cloud that made the sky highly reflective. Similar sightings were reported in nearby areas as the storm triggered multiple weather warnings across the UK.

China: Perfectly Round Ice Disk Forms Over Barrel Opening in Winter Cold

A man in China’s Sichuan Province discovered a perfectly round, giant ice disk sealing the opening of a large barrel on Tuesday, December 23. The barrel had been left outdoors overnight, causing the surface to freeze into a thick and smooth circular ice sheet.

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

Paris Under The Snow - Paris

After a long snowfall at night, Paris, the 13th arrondissement district, and the Porte d'Italie, and the Paris ring road under a thick blanket of snow. Paris porte d'Italie 07 January 2026. Photo by Karim Ait Adjedjou/ABACAPRESS.COM

China: Adorable Video Captures Kitten Getting Stuck in a Coat Sleeve

On December 8, in Henan Province, central China, a video captured the moment a kitten accidentally crawled into the sleeve of a thick cotton coat. With only its head and one paw sticking out from the narrow opening, the kitten found itself completely stuck. The owner held the coat up and laughed as the kitten struggled inside, twisting and kicking but unable to free itself from the tight fabric. The sleeve was reportedly too narrow for the tiny feline to turn around.

China: Trees Seem Lush in Winter, Revealed to Be Covered in Birds

On December 15, 2025, in Xuzhou, eastern China’s Jiangsu province, a video showed several trees that looked unusually lush for winter. From a distance, their branches appeared thick with leaves, even though most nearby trees were bare. As the camera moved closer, the “leaves” were revealed to be small, round birds packed tightly along the branches. They filled almost every twig, giving the trees a dense, full appearance. Occasionally, a few birds shifted or fluttered, but the overall outline remained like a giant canopy. Chinese netizens admired the scene, saying the living “bird trees” reflected the area’s improving environment.

China: Massive Fire Engulfs Biotechnology Factory in Hebei

A major fire broke out at a biotechnology company in northern China, sending towering flames and thick smoke around a high-rise factory building. The fire erupted on December 11, 2025, at Guoxu Biotechnology Company in Fuping County, Baoding City, Hebei Province. The video shows the multi-story industrial building fully engulfed in flames, with heavy black smoke billowing into the sky. Local fire authorities said the blaze was caused by the ignition of insulation materials inside the factory. Firefighters extinguished the fire after about two and a half hours, and no casualties were reported.

China: Giant Panda Turns Into “White Bear” After Rolling in Snow

On January 21, 2024, in Xi’an, located in northwestern China’s Shaanxi province, a video captured the first snowfall of winter at the Qinling Four Treasures Science Park. Giant panda Qizai played on a slope near a tree. In the footage, Qizai rolled from the higher ground down toward the lower panda house area, turning over several times. Snowflakes stuck to its fur, gradually covering much of its body. By the time it reached the bottom, the panda looked like a round “white bear” with dark patches. The clip highlights the contrast between the thick snow, the enclosure, and the panda’s lively sliding movements.

US: Dense Fog Advisory Issued for Parts of Oregon

Thick fog covered parts of Oregon on Friday, December 12, prompting the NWS to issue a dense fog advisory, as captured by a driver who filmed their vehicle approaching what they described as "a wall of fog."

Cold Wave Blue Warning

Cold Wave Blue Warning

A citizen wearing thick down jackets is riding on the street in Fuyang City, Anhui Province, China on December 13, 2025.

Cold Wave Blue Warning

Cold Wave Blue Warning

A citizen wearing thick down jackets is riding on the street in Fuyang City, Anhui Province, China on December 13, 2025.

Cold Wave Blue Warning

Cold Wave Blue Warning

A citizen wearing thick down jackets is riding on the street in Fuyang City, Anhui Province, China on December 13, 2025.

Cold Wave Blue Warning

Cold Wave Blue Warning

A citizen wearing thick down jackets is riding on the street in Fuyang City, Anhui Province, China on December 13, 2025.

Cold Wave Blue Warning

Cold Wave Blue Warning

A citizen wearing thick down jackets is riding on the street in Fuyang City, Anhui Province, China on December 13, 2025.

Cold Wave Blue Warning

Cold Wave Blue Warning

A citizen wearing thick down jackets is riding on the street in Fuyang City, Anhui Province, China on December 13, 2025.

Cold Wave Blue Warning

Cold Wave Blue Warning

A citizen wearing thick down jackets is riding on the street in Fuyang City, Anhui Province, China on December 13, 2025.

Cold Wave Blue Warning

Cold Wave Blue Warning

A citizen wearing thick down jackets is riding on the street in Fuyang City, Anhui Province, China on December 13, 2025.