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Japan: Nagasaki Lantern Festival 2026 Illuminates City With 15,000 Lanterns

The 2026 Nagasaki Lantern Festival kicked off on February 6, illuminating the city with over 15,000 colorful lanterns to celebrate the Lunar New Year. This major winter tradition, which originated in Nagasaki's Chinatown, features 18 days of vibrant cultural events across central Nagasaki through February 23.

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Japan: Nagasaki Lantern Festival 2026 Illuminates City With 15,000 Lanterns 2

The 2026 Nagasaki Lantern Festival kicked off on February 6, illuminating the city with over 15,000 colorful lanterns to celebrate the Lunar New Year. This major winter tradition, which originated in Nagasaki's Chinatown, features 18 days of vibrant cultural events across central Nagasaki through February 23.

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China: Man Rescues Goose Trapped on Ice in Tianjin

This is the dramatic moment that a Chinese man stepped in to rescue a goose after it became stuck to an icy surface, turning a winter mishap into a quick and practical act of help. On January 30, 2026, in Tianjin, the video captured a bizarre scene on a frozen patch of ground where a goose had been trapped by ice. The surface was solid and slick, and the bird could not move without risking injury. A man approached with a shovel, assessed the situation, and began to chip away at the ice around the goose. He worked carefully, lifting thin layers and loosening the frozen edges to avoid hurting the animal. As the ice cracked and separated, the goose gradually regained its footing and tried to pull free, flapping slightly while the man kept clearing space. The video ended with the goose finally released from the ice and standing safely on the cleared ground.

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US: Winter Storm Brings Record Snow and Dangerous Cold to South Carolina

A powerful winter storm swept across South Carolina over the weekend, bringing heavy snow, dangerous cold, and major travel disruptions as Charleston set a new daily snowfall record. This video was taken in Moncks Corner, Charleston metropolitan area on Saturday, January 31.

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US: Massive Storm System Brings Arctic Blast and Heavy Snow to Oklahoma 2

A major winter storm threatened half of the US on Friday, January 23, prompting 16 states and Washington, D.C. to declare states of emergency as regions braced for power failures and supply shortages. The massive storm system brought an Arctic blast, heavy snow, and ice to Oklahoma. This video shows snow swirl captured on Norman, Oklahoma

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US: Miami Airport Evacuated After Unattended Luggage Found 2

Miami International Airport partially evacuated areas around Concourses G, H and J for about two hours Sunday night, January 25, after unattended luggage was found. The bomb squad responded and gave the all clear shortly before 7:30 p.m., allowing operations to resume. The incident came amid widespread flight delays and cancellations linked to a major winter storm. This video shows passengers evacuated from a flight onto the tarmac at Miami International Airport.

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US: Panic Buying as People Rush to Stock Up Ahead of Winter Storm 2

As a potentially historic winter storm dubbed “Fern” approaches the United States, residents from Texas to the Northeast are stockpiling essential goods. Fears of being trapped indoors by heavy snow, ice and extreme cold have triggered widespread panic buying, leaving grocery store shelves bare across many areas. This video was shot at Walmart in Nicholasville, Kentucky.

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France: Woman Skis Through Paris Streets Following Heavy Snowstorm

The video shows a woman skiing through the streets of Paris on Wednesday, January 7. Paris was hit by a heavy snowstorm earlier this week, prompting French weather authorities to maintain an orange alert for snow and ice. Around 5 cm of snow fell across the capital, bringing some of the coldest temperatures in eight years and causing transport disruptions. The snowfall also drew residents and tourists into streets and parks, including the Montmartre area, where people were seen skiing and enjoying the rare winter scenes.

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US: Winter Storm Warning Issued for Several Counties, WA

A cold weather system is moving through western Washington this week, bringing heavy snowfall of 2 to 4 feet to the mountains and wind gusts reaching 50 mph. In response to this major front, the National Weather Service (NWS) issued a Winter Storm Warning for several counties, including King, Snohomish, and Pierce. The warning remains in effect until 4:00 PM today, Thursday, January 8, as hazardous travel and whiteout conditions continue to impact mountain passes.

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Rare Heavy Snowfall Blankets Erbil After 6 Years - Iraq

Rare Heavy Snowfall Blankets Erbil After 6 Years - Iraq

Residents of Baharka district celebrate the first significant snowfall in six years, which has blanketed the outskirts of Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Families and youth took to the streets to express joy, playing in the snow and taking commemorative photos just two days before the 2026 New Year. This rare weather event, the first of its kind since 2019, has transformed the landscape into a winter wonderland, bringing a festive atmosphere to the local community. December 29, 2025. Photo by Sabur Rashid/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rare Heavy Snowfall Blankets Erbil After 6 Years - Iraq

Rare Heavy Snowfall Blankets Erbil After 6 Years - Iraq

Residents of Baharka district celebrate the first significant snowfall in six years, which has blanketed the outskirts of Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Families and youth took to the streets to express joy, playing in the snow and taking commemorative photos just two days before the 2026 New Year. This rare weather event, the first of its kind since 2019, has transformed the landscape into a winter wonderland, bringing a festive atmosphere to the local community. December 29, 2025. Photo by Sabur Rashid/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rare Heavy Snowfall Blankets Erbil After 6 Years - Iraq

Rare Heavy Snowfall Blankets Erbil After 6 Years - Iraq

Residents of Baharka district celebrate the first significant snowfall in six years, which has blanketed the outskirts of Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Families and youth took to the streets to express joy, playing in the snow and taking commemorative photos just two days before the 2026 New Year. This rare weather event, the first of its kind since 2019, has transformed the landscape into a winter wonderland, bringing a festive atmosphere to the local community. December 29, 2025. Photo by Sabur Rashid/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rare Heavy Snowfall Blankets Erbil After 6 Years - Iraq

Rare Heavy Snowfall Blankets Erbil After 6 Years - Iraq

Residents of Baharka district celebrate the first significant snowfall in six years, which has blanketed the outskirts of Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Families and youth took to the streets to express joy, playing in the snow and taking commemorative photos just two days before the 2026 New Year. This rare weather event, the first of its kind since 2019, has transformed the landscape into a winter wonderland, bringing a festive atmosphere to the local community. December 29, 2025. Photo by Sabur Rashid/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rare Heavy Snowfall Blankets Erbil After 6 Years - Iraq

Rare Heavy Snowfall Blankets Erbil After 6 Years - Iraq

Residents of Baharka district celebrate the first significant snowfall in six years, which has blanketed the outskirts of Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Families and youth took to the streets to express joy, playing in the snow and taking commemorative photos just two days before the 2026 New Year. This rare weather event, the first of its kind since 2019, has transformed the landscape into a winter wonderland, bringing a festive atmosphere to the local community. December 29, 2025. Photo by Sabur Rashid/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rare Heavy Snowfall Blankets Erbil After 6 Years - Iraq

Rare Heavy Snowfall Blankets Erbil After 6 Years - Iraq

Residents of Baharka district celebrate the first significant snowfall in six years, which has blanketed the outskirts of Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Families and youth took to the streets to express joy, playing in the snow and taking commemorative photos just two days before the 2026 New Year. This rare weather event, the first of its kind since 2019, has transformed the landscape into a winter wonderland, bringing a festive atmosphere to the local community. December 29, 2025. Photo by Sabur Rashid/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rare Heavy Snowfall Blankets Erbil After 6 Years - Iraq

Rare Heavy Snowfall Blankets Erbil After 6 Years - Iraq

Residents of Baharka district celebrate the first significant snowfall in six years, which has blanketed the outskirts of Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Families and youth took to the streets to express joy, playing in the snow and taking commemorative photos just two days before the 2026 New Year. This rare weather event, the first of its kind since 2019, has transformed the landscape into a winter wonderland, bringing a festive atmosphere to the local community. December 29, 2025. Photo by Sabur Rashid/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rare Heavy Snowfall Blankets Erbil After 6 Years - Iraq

Rare Heavy Snowfall Blankets Erbil After 6 Years - Iraq

Residents of Baharka district celebrate the first significant snowfall in six years, which has blanketed the outskirts of Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Families and youth took to the streets to express joy, playing in the snow and taking commemorative photos just two days before the 2026 New Year. This rare weather event, the first of its kind since 2019, has transformed the landscape into a winter wonderland, bringing a festive atmosphere to the local community. December 29, 2025. Photo by Sabur Rashid/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rare Heavy Snowfall Blankets Erbil After 6 Years - Iraq

Rare Heavy Snowfall Blankets Erbil After 6 Years - Iraq

Residents of Baharka district celebrate the first significant snowfall in six years, which has blanketed the outskirts of Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Families and youth took to the streets to express joy, playing in the snow and taking commemorative photos just two days before the 2026 New Year. This rare weather event, the first of its kind since 2019, has transformed the landscape into a winter wonderland, bringing a festive atmosphere to the local community. December 29, 2025. Photo by Sabur Rashid/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rare Heavy Snowfall Blankets Erbil After 6 Years - Iraq

Rare Heavy Snowfall Blankets Erbil After 6 Years - Iraq

Residents of Baharka district celebrate the first significant snowfall in six years, which has blanketed the outskirts of Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Families and youth took to the streets to express joy, playing in the snow and taking commemorative photos just two days before the 2026 New Year. This rare weather event, the first of its kind since 2019, has transformed the landscape into a winter wonderland, bringing a festive atmosphere to the local community. December 29, 2025. Photo by Sabur Rashid/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nadam Fair Featuring Winter Fishing - China

Nadam Fair Featuring Winter Fishing - China

This aerial drone photo taken on Dec. 27, 2025 shows a winter fishing event of a Nadam fair on the frozen Lianhuan Lake in Mongolian Autonomous County of Dorbod, Daqing City, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. An ice and snow Nadam fair featuring winter fishing kicked off here on Saturday. The integrated development fishery, and cultural and tourism industry in Dorbod has not only boosted tourism market, but also increased the income of local fishermen. Photo by Wang Song /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nadam Fair Featuring Winter Fishing - China

Nadam Fair Featuring Winter Fishing - China

This aerial drone photo taken on Dec. 27, 2025 shows a winter fishing event of a Nadam fair on the frozen Lianhuan Lake in Mongolian Autonomous County of Dorbod, Daqing City, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. An ice and snow Nadam fair featuring winter fishing kicked off here on Saturday. The integrated development fishery, and cultural and tourism industry in Dorbod has not only boosted tourism market, but also increased the income of local fishermen. Photo by Wang Song /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nadam Fair Featuring Winter Fishing - China

Nadam Fair Featuring Winter Fishing - China

This photo taken on Dec. 27, 2025 shows a winter fishing event of a Nadam fair on the frozen Lianhuan Lake in Mongolian Autonomous County of Dorbod, Daqing City, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. An ice and snow Nadam fair featuring winter fishing kicked off here on Saturday. The integrated development fishery, and cultural and tourism industry in Dorbod has not only boosted tourism market, but also increased the income of local fishermen. Photo by Wang Song /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nadam Fair Featuring Winter Fishing - China

Nadam Fair Featuring Winter Fishing - China

This photo taken on Dec. 27, 2025 shows a winter fishing event of a Nadam fair on the frozen Lianhuan Lake in Mongolian Autonomous County of Dorbod, Daqing City, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. An ice and snow Nadam fair featuring winter fishing kicked off here on Saturday. The integrated development fishery, and cultural and tourism industry in Dorbod has not only boosted tourism market, but also increased the income of local fishermen. Photo by Wang Song /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain Storms in California Leave Three Dead

Heavy Rain Storms in California Leave Three Dead

This photo taken on December 25, 2025 shows an affected building in Wrightwood, San Bernardino County, California, the United States. Powerful winter storms have left at least four people dead and caused widespread damage across the U.S. state of California over the Christmas holiday week. Photo by Qiu Chen/Xinha/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain Storms in California Leave Three Dead

Heavy Rain Storms in California Leave Three Dead

This photo taken on December 25, 2025 shows an affected ski resort in Wrightwood, San Bernardino County, California, the United States. Powerful winter storms have left at least four people dead and caused widespread damage across the U.S. state of California over the Christmas holiday week. Photo by Qiu Chen/Xinha/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain Storms in California Leave Three Dead

Heavy Rain Storms in California Leave Three Dead

This photo taken on December 25, 2025 shows an affected ski resort in Wrightwood, San Bernardino County, California, the United States. Powerful winter storms have left at least four people dead and caused widespread damage across the U.S. state of California over the Christmas holiday week. Photo by Qiu Chen/Xinha/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain Storms in California Leave Three Dead

Heavy Rain Storms in California Leave Three Dead

This photo taken on December 25, 2025 shows an affected ski resort in Wrightwood, San Bernardino County, California, the United States. Powerful winter storms have left at least four people dead and caused widespread damage across the U.S. state of California over the Christmas holiday week. Photo by Qiu Chen/Xinha/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain Storms in California Leave Three Dead

Heavy Rain Storms in California Leave Three Dead

This photo taken on December 25, 2025 shows an affected ski resort in Wrightwood, San Bernardino County, California, the United States. Powerful winter storms have left at least four people dead and caused widespread damage across the U.S. state of California over the Christmas holiday week. Photo by Qiu Chen/Xinha/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Cherry Blossom in Yunnan - China

Winter Cherry Blossom in Yunnan - China

This photo taken on December 24, 2025 shows winter cherry blossoms at Wuliang Mountain in Nanjian Yi Autonomous County, southwest China's Yunnan Province. Photo by Chen Shuo/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Cherry Blossom in Yunnan - China

Winter Cherry Blossom in Yunnan - China

This photo taken on December 24, 2025 shows winter cherry blossoms at Wuliang Mountain in Nanjian Yi Autonomous County, southwest China's Yunnan Province. Photo by Chen Shuo/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Cherry Blossom in Yunnan - China

Winter Cherry Blossom in Yunnan - China

This photo taken on December 24, 2025 shows winter cherry blossoms at Wuliang Mountain in Nanjian Yi Autonomous County, southwest China's Yunnan Province. Photo by Chen Shuo/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Cherry Blossom in Yunnan - China

Winter Cherry Blossom in Yunnan - China

This photo taken on December 24, 2025 shows winter cherry blossoms at Wuliang Mountain in Nanjian Yi Autonomous County, southwest China's Yunnan Province. Photo by Chen Shuo/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Cherry Blossom in Yunnan - China

Winter Cherry Blossom in Yunnan - China

This photo taken on December 24, 2025 shows winter cherry blossoms at Wuliang Mountain in Nanjian Yi Autonomous County, southwest China's Yunnan Province. Photo by Chen Shuo/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Climate Concerns Raised In Bet Shemesh - Israel

Climate Concerns Raised In Bet Shemesh - Israel

An aerial drone photo taken on Dec. 22, 2025 shows a tractor working in a farm field in Bet Shemesh, Israel. Israel has experienced unusually early and heavy rains this winter, with precipitation in many areas already reaching the annual average. The rainfall has eased drought conditions in some parts of the country. Photo by Gil Cohen Magen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Climate Concerns Raised In Bet Shemesh - Israel

Climate Concerns Raised In Bet Shemesh - Israel

A drone photo taken on Dec. 22, 2025 shows rail tracks running through farm fields near Bet Shemesh, Israel. Israel has experienced unusually early and heavy rains this winter, with precipitation in many areas already reaching the annual average. The rainfall has eased drought conditions in some parts of the country. Photo by Gil Cohen Magen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Climate Concerns Raised In Bet Shemesh - Israel

Climate Concerns Raised In Bet Shemesh - Israel

An aerial drone photo taken on Dec. 22, 2025 shows a tractor working in a farm field in Bet Shemesh, Israel. Israel has experienced unusually early and heavy rains this winter, with precipitation in many areas already reaching the annual average. The rainfall has eased drought conditions in some parts of the country. Photo by Gil Cohen Magen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Climate Concerns Raised In Bet Shemesh - Israel

Climate Concerns Raised In Bet Shemesh - Israel

A drone photo taken on Dec. 22, 2025 shows rail tracks running through farm fields near Bet Shemesh, Israel. Israel has experienced unusually early and heavy rains this winter, with precipitation in many areas already reaching the annual average. The rainfall has eased drought conditions in some parts of the country. Photo by Gil Cohen Magen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Climate Concerns Raised In Bet Shemesh - Israel

Climate Concerns Raised In Bet Shemesh - Israel

An aerial drone photo taken on Dec. 22, 2025 shows people walking in a farm field in Bet Shemesh, Israel. Israel has experienced unusually early and heavy rains this winter, with precipitation in many areas already reaching the annual average. The rainfall has eased drought conditions in some parts of the country. Photo by Gil Cohen Magen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Climate Concerns Raised In Bet Shemesh - Israel

Climate Concerns Raised In Bet Shemesh - Israel

A drone photo taken on Dec. 22, 2025 shows a rail track running through farm fields near Bet Shemesh, Israel. Israel has experienced unusually early and heavy rains this winter, with precipitation in many areas already reaching the annual average. The rainfall has eased drought conditions in some parts of the country. Photo by Gil Cohen Magen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Icicles Hang Over Scenic Views - Vladivostok

Icicles Hang Over Scenic Views - Vladivostok

This photo take on Dec. 19, 2025 shows icicle formations near a harbor in Russian Far East city of Vladivostok. The water vapor carried by the sea breeze condensed on street lamps, rails and other objects, forming icicles and icefall, the landmark landscape of the winter here. Photo by Andrey Matveenko/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Icicles Hang Over Scenic Views - Vladivostok

Icicles Hang Over Scenic Views - Vladivostok

This photo take on Dec. 19, 2025 shows icicle formations near a harbor in Russian Far East city of Vladivostok. The water vapor carried by the sea breeze condensed on street lamps, rails and other objects, forming icicles and icefall, the landmark landscape of the winter here. Photo by Andrey Matveenko/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Icicles Hang Over Scenic Views - Vladivostok

Icicles Hang Over Scenic Views - Vladivostok

This photo take on Dec. 19, 2025 shows icicle formations near a harbor in Russian Far East city of Vladivostok. The water vapor carried by the sea breeze condensed on street lamps, rails and other objects, forming icicles and icefall, the landmark landscape of the winter here. Photo by Andrey Matveenko/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Icicles Hang Over Scenic Views - Vladivostok

Icicles Hang Over Scenic Views - Vladivostok

This photo take on Dec. 19, 2025 shows icicle formations near a harbor in Russian Far East city of Vladivostok. The water vapor carried by the sea breeze condensed on street lamps, rails and other objects, forming icicles and icefall, the landmark landscape of the winter here. Photo by Andrey Matveenko/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Icicles Hang Over Scenic Views - Vladivostok

Icicles Hang Over Scenic Views - Vladivostok

This photo take on Dec. 19, 2025 shows icicle formations near a harbor in Russian Far East city of Vladivostok. The water vapor carried by the sea breeze condensed on street lamps, rails and other objects, forming icicles and icefall, the landmark landscape of the winter here. Photo by Andrey Matveenko/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Icicles Hang Over Scenic Views - Vladivostok

Icicles Hang Over Scenic Views - Vladivostok

This photo take on Dec. 19, 2025 shows icicle formations near a harbor in Russian Far East city of Vladivostok. The water vapor carried by the sea breeze condensed on street lamps, rails and other objects, forming icicles and icefall, the landmark landscape of the winter here. Photo by Andrey Matveenko/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Scenery in Beijing - China

Winter Scenery in Beijing - China

This photo taken on Dec. 13, 2025 shows a snow scenery in the central part of Beijing, capital of China. Beijing witnessed its first significant snowfall of this winter season on Friday. Photo by Chen Yehua/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Scenery in Beijing - China

Winter Scenery in Beijing - China

This photo taken on Dec. 13, 2025 shows a snow scenery in Beijing, capital of China. Beijing witnessed its first significant snowfall of this winter season on Friday. Photo by Chen Yehua/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Scenery in Beijing - China

Winter Scenery in Beijing - China

This photo taken on Dec. 13, 2025 shows a snow scenery against the skyline in Beijing, capital of China. Beijing witnessed its first significant snowfall of this winter season on Friday. Photo by Chen Yehua/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Scenery in Beijing - China

Winter Scenery in Beijing - China

A tourist in traditional costumes poses for photos amid snowfall in the Palace Museum in Beijing, China, Dec. 12, 2025. Beijing witnessed its first significant snowfall of this winter season on Friday. Photo by Li Xin/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Scenery in Beijing - China

Winter Scenery in Beijing - China

People have fun at a park in Beijing, capital of China, Dec. 13, 2025. Beijing witnessed its first significant snowfall of this winter season on Friday. Photo by Chen Yehua/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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