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US: Heavy Rain from Winter Storm Triggers Flooding in Willits, California

The National Weather Service issued a flood warning for Willits on Sunday morning, December 21, amid rising water levels. The area is forecast to receive between 1 and 3 inches of rain through Monday, December 22, with higher totals possible at higher elevations. The National Weather Service warns motorists never to attempt to cross flooded roadways. From Arcata to Shelter Cove, heavy rain inundated valleys and caused creeks to overflow their banks, and turned roads into rivers of fast-moving muddy water.

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Canada: Near-Zero Visibility as Blizzard Hits Southern Manitoba

A fast-moving winter storm brought blizzard conditions to southern Manitoba, with winds up to 90 km/h and heavy blowing snow forcing highway and school closures, stranding drivers, and disrupting flights and essential services on Thursday, December 18. RCMP strongly discouraged travel as near-zero visibility led to multiple crashes and vehicles stuck on rural roads, while snowfall totals ranged from 8 cm in Winnipeg to nearly 19 cm in some areas. Conditions were further complicated by power outages and widespread delays as the storm swept across the Prairies.

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US: Widespread Snow Blankets Tri-State Area 3

Accumulating snow was seen across the Tri-State area on Saturday, December 13 The National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories for New York and New Jersey through Sunday afternoon, while winter storm warnings were in effect for much of New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania. Across the region, snowfall totals ranged from a couple of inches to as much as six inches.

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Spain: Storm Emilia Brings Havoc and Record Rain to Murcia, Prompting Yellow Alert

Storm Emilia caused havoc across Spain's Murcia region, bringing torrential rains and widespread disruption, prompting a yellow weather alert on Monday, December 15. The severe weather prompted the suspension of classes in several municipalities, and record-breaking rainfall totals were reported in Totana.

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US: Widespread Snow Blankets Tri-State Area 2

Accumulating snow was seen across the Tri-State area on Saturday, December 13 The National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories for New York and New Jersey through Sunday afternoon, while winter storm warnings were in effect for much of New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania. Across the region, snowfall totals ranged from a couple of inches to as much as six inches.

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US: First Major Snow of Season Blankets New York City 2

New York City experienced its first significant snowfall of the season overnight into Sunday, December 14, as snow spread across the Tri-State area. The National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories for New York and New Jersey through Sunday afternoon, while winter storm warnings were in effect for much of New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania. Across the region, snowfall totals ranged from a couple of inches to as much as six inches.

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US: Widespread Snow Blankets Tri-State Area

Accumulating snow was seen across the Tri-State area on Saturday, December 13 The National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories for New York and New Jersey through Sunday afternoon, while winter storm warnings were in effect for much of New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania. Across the region, snowfall totals ranged from a couple of inches to as much as six inches.

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US: First Major Snow of Season Blankets New York City

New York City experienced its first significant snowfall of the season overnight into Sunday, December 14, as snow spread across the Tri-State area. The National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories for New York and New Jersey through Sunday afternoon, while winter storm warnings were in effect for much of New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania. Across the region, snowfall totals ranged from a couple of inches to as much as six inches.

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US: Chicago Sees Another Round of Snow as Season Totals Surge

Overnight snowfall early Sunday, December 7, pushed Chicago’s seasonal total past 17 inches—the fastest since 1978. More than 200 city trucks cleared roads before dawn, helping residents manage slick travel conditions.

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US: Flash Flooding Hits Central Kansas, Governor Declares State of Disaster Emergency 4

Heavy rainfall that began Monday, September 8 continued into Tuesday, triggering flash flooding across central Kansas and prompting Governor Laura Kelly to declare a state of disaster emergency. Rainfall totals reached 1–4 inches in most areas, with up to 6 inches recorded near Salina. Floodwaters inundated roads and homes in towns such as Tescott and Brookville, where water reached porch levels and made driving hazardous.

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US: Flash Flooding Hits Central Kansas, Governor Declares State of Disaster Emergency 3

Heavy rainfall that began Monday, September 8 continued into Tuesday, triggering flash flooding across central Kansas and prompting Governor Laura Kelly to declare a state of disaster emergency. Rainfall totals reached 1–4 inches in most areas, with up to 6 inches recorded near Salina. Floodwaters inundated roads and homes in towns such as Tescott and Brookville, where water reached porch levels and made driving hazardous.

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US: Flash Flooding Hits Central Kansas, Governor Declares State of Disaster Emergency 2

Heavy rainfall that began Monday, September 8 continued into Tuesday, triggering flash flooding across central Kansas and prompting Governor Laura Kelly to declare a state of disaster emergency. Rainfall totals reached 1–4 inches in most areas, with up to 6 inches recorded near Salina. Floodwaters inundated roads and homes in towns such as Tescott and Brookville, where water reached porch levels and made driving hazardous.

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US: Flash Flooding Hits Central Kansas, Governor Declares State of Disaster Emergency

Severe thunderstorms triggered flash flooding across central Kansas on Tuesday, September 9, prompting Governor Laura Kelly to declare a state of disaster emergency. Rainfall totals reached 1–4 inches in most areas, with up to 6 inches recorded near Salina. Floodwaters inundated roads and homes in towns such as Tescott and Brookville, where water reached porch levels and made driving hazardous.

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Satellite View of Severe wildfires in Spain and Portugal

Handout photo dated on August 16, 2025 shows Massive wildfires are spreading in north-west and western Spain, forcing the evacuation of thousands of residents. By 17 August 2025, Spain had already recorded its highest annual total of estimated fire emissions in the 23-year Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS) dataset. This Copernicus Sentinel-2 image acquired on 16 August 2025 shows dense smoke plumes rising from active fires near the city of Ourense, located in the autonomous community of Galicia, northwestern Spain. Portugal has also been severely affected by the fires, with northern and central regions hit the hardest. According to CAMS data, the country’s estimated emissions have nearly reached the highest annual totals of 2003 and 2005. To support national authorities, the Copernicus Emergency Management Service (CEMS) has been activated to provide emergency mapping services. Further information is available here. Spain, Portugal. Photo by European Union, Copernicus Sentinel-2 imagery via ABAC

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Banding Of 600 Flamingo Chicks - Spain

The Minister of Sustainability and Environment of the Junta de Andalucía, Catalina García, visits the Natural Reserve Laguna de Fuente de Piedra where the banding of about 600 flamingo chicks has been carried out, on August 9, 2025 in Fuente de Piedra near Malaga, Andalusia, Spain. The Minister of Sustainability and Environment of the Junta de Andalucía, Catalina García, has visited this Saturday the Natural Reserve Laguna de Fuente de Piedra where the banding of about 600 flamingo chicks has been carried out, among the more than 22,700 that have been born this year, the largest number since records have been kept. This activity, which now totals more than 20,000 banded chicks, has been carried out successfully thanks to a device in which nearly 400 volunteers have participated, in one of the main actions of conservation, research and environmental education in Andalusia. Photo by Alex Zea/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Banding Of 600 Flamingo Chicks - Spain

The Minister of Sustainability and Environment of the Junta de Andalucía, Catalina García, visits the Natural Reserve Laguna de Fuente de Piedra where the banding of about 600 flamingo chicks has been carried out, on August 9, 2025 in Fuente de Piedra near Malaga, Andalusia, Spain. The Minister of Sustainability and Environment of the Junta de Andalucía, Catalina García, has visited this Saturday the Natural Reserve Laguna de Fuente de Piedra where the banding of about 600 flamingo chicks has been carried out, among the more than 22,700 that have been born this year, the largest number since records have been kept. This activity, which now totals more than 20,000 banded chicks, has been carried out successfully thanks to a device in which nearly 400 volunteers have participated, in one of the main actions of conservation, research and environmental education in Andalusia. Photo by Alex Zea/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Banding Of 600 Flamingo Chicks - Spain

The Minister of Sustainability and Environment of the Junta de Andalucía, Catalina García, visits the Natural Reserve Laguna de Fuente de Piedra where the banding of about 600 flamingo chicks has been carried out, on August 9, 2025 in Fuente de Piedra near Malaga, Andalusia, Spain. The Minister of Sustainability and Environment of the Junta de Andalucía, Catalina García, has visited this Saturday the Natural Reserve Laguna de Fuente de Piedra where the banding of about 600 flamingo chicks has been carried out, among the more than 22,700 that have been born this year, the largest number since records have been kept. This activity, which now totals more than 20,000 banded chicks, has been carried out successfully thanks to a device in which nearly 400 volunteers have participated, in one of the main actions of conservation, research and environmental education in Andalusia. Photo by Alex Zea/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Evacuation ordered in eastern Texas as worsening flooding expected

STORY: Evacuation ordered in eastern Texas as worsening flooding expected SHOOTING TIME: May 2, 2024 DATELINE: May 3, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:12 LOCATION: HOUSTON, U.S. CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of flood in residential areas of north of Houston, Texas, United States STORYLINE: Multiple rounds of thunderstorms are worsening flooding threats on Thursday across eastern Texas, including the Houston area, forcing evacuations and school closures. Jeff Lindner, meteorologist and flood control director of Harris County, where much of Houston belongs to, said the flooding was "widespread and dangerous." "Parts of the north Houston metro, as well as areas around Beaumont, have picked up 5 to 8 inches of rain" in the past 24 hours, weather.com senior meteorologist Jonathan Erdman said on Thursday afternoon. The heaviest rain has fallen in a swath from around Lake Conroe to Lake Livingston in east Texas, including the city of Huntsville, he said, adding that rainfall totals over the past 24 hours h

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Winter Storm Prompts Warnings To Stay Off Roads - Saskatchewan

A woman walks with her dog during a Winter Strom Warning in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, Sunday, March 3, 2024. The city saw large amount of snow and strong winds. A severe winter storm is wreaking havoc across Saskatchewan, plunging the region into a snowy standstill for the second day. Central and southern parts of the province are bracing for snowfall totals that could reach up to 40 cm, accompanied by strong wind gusts of 60 to 70 km/h, as forecasted by Environment and Climate Change Canada. This unprecedented weather event is causing significant disruptions, including highway closures and travel advisories in and around Saskatoon, the Battlefords, and Kindersley. Photo by Liam Richards/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Storm Prompts Warnings To Stay Off Roads - Saskatchewan

A Saskatoon Fire Department engine during a Winter Storm Warning in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, Sunday, March 3, 2024. The city saw large amount of snow and strong winds. A severe winter storm is wreaking havoc across Saskatchewan, plunging the region into a snowy standstill for the second day. Central and southern parts of the province are bracing for snowfall totals that could reach up to 40 cm, accompanied by strong wind gusts of 60 to 70 km/h, as forecasted by Environment and Climate Change Canada. This unprecedented weather event is causing significant disruptions, including highway closures and travel advisories in and around Saskatoon, the Battlefords, and Kindersley. Photo by Liam Richards/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Storm Prompts Warnings To Stay Off Roads - Saskatchewan

Snow is moved at Saskatoon Fire Department during a Winter Storm Warning in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, Sunday, March 3, 2024. The city saw large amount of snow and strong winds. A severe winter storm is wreaking havoc across Saskatchewan, plunging the region into a snowy standstill for the second day. Central and southern parts of the province are bracing for snowfall totals that could reach up to 40 cm, accompanied by strong wind gusts of 60 to 70 km/h, as forecasted by Environment and Climate Change Canada. This unprecedented weather event is causing significant disruptions, including highway closures and travel advisories in and around Saskatoon, the Battlefords, and Kindersley. Photo by Liam Richards/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Storm Prompts Warnings To Stay Off Roads - Saskatchewan

People shovel snow on their walkways and driveways during a Winter Storm Warning in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, Sunday, March 3, 2024. The city saw large amount of snow and strong winds. A severe winter storm is wreaking havoc across Saskatchewan, plunging the region into a snowy standstill for the second day. Central and southern parts of the province are bracing for snowfall totals that could reach up to 40 cm, accompanied by strong wind gusts of 60 to 70 km/h, as forecasted by Environment and Climate Change Canada. This unprecedented weather event is causing significant disruptions, including highway closures and travel advisories in and around Saskatoon, the Battlefords, and Kindersley. Photo by Liam Richards/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Storm Prompts Warnings To Stay Off Roads - Saskatchewan

Highway 16 during a Winter Storm Warning in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, Sunday, March 3, 2024. The city saw large amount of snow and strong winds. A severe winter storm is wreaking havoc across Saskatchewan, plunging the region into a snowy standstill for the second day. Central and southern parts of the province are bracing for snowfall totals that could reach up to 40 cm, accompanied by strong wind gusts of 60 to 70 km/h, as forecasted by Environment and Climate Change Canada. This unprecedented weather event is causing significant disruptions, including highway closures and travel advisories in and around Saskatoon, the Battlefords, and Kindersley. Photo by Liam Richards/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Storm Prompts Warnings To Stay Off Roads - Saskatchewan

People shovel snow on their walkways and driveways during a Winter Storm Warning in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, Sunday, March 3, 2024. The city saw large amount of snow and strong winds. A severe winter storm is wreaking havoc across Saskatchewan, plunging the region into a snowy standstill for the second day. Central and southern parts of the province are bracing for snowfall totals that could reach up to 40 cm, accompanied by strong wind gusts of 60 to 70 km/h, as forecasted by Environment and Climate Change Canada. This unprecedented weather event is causing significant disruptions, including highway closures and travel advisories in and around Saskatoon, the Battlefords, and Kindersley. Photo by Liam Richards/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Storm Prompts Warnings To Stay Off Roads - Saskatchewan

A group of people use shovels to get their vehicle free during a Winter Storm Warning in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, Sunday, March 3, 2024. The city saw large amount of snow and strong winds. A severe winter storm is wreaking havoc across Saskatchewan, plunging the region into a snowy standstill for the second day. Central and southern parts of the province are bracing for snowfall totals that could reach up to 40 cm, accompanied by strong wind gusts of 60 to 70 km/h, as forecasted by Environment and Climate Change Canada. This unprecedented weather event is causing significant disruptions, including highway closures and travel advisories in and around Saskatoon, the Battlefords, and Kindersley. Photo by Liam Richards/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Storm Prompts Warnings To Stay Off Roads - Saskatchewan

People shovel snow on their walkways and driveways during a Winter Storm Warning in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, Sunday, March 3, 2024. The city saw large amount of snow and strong winds. A severe winter storm is wreaking havoc across Saskatchewan, plunging the region into a snowy standstill for the second day. Central and southern parts of the province are bracing for snowfall totals that could reach up to 40 cm, accompanied by strong wind gusts of 60 to 70 km/h, as forecasted by Environment and Climate Change Canada. This unprecedented weather event is causing significant disruptions, including highway closures and travel advisories in and around Saskatoon, the Battlefords, and Kindersley. Photo by Liam Richards/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Storm Prompts Warnings To Stay Off Roads - Saskatchewan

During a Winter Storm Warning in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, Sunday, March 3, 2024. The city saw large amount of snow and strong winds. A severe winter storm is wreaking havoc across Saskatchewan, plunging the region into a snowy standstill for the second day. Central and southern parts of the province are bracing for snowfall totals that could reach up to 40 cm, accompanied by strong wind gusts of 60 to 70 km/h, as forecasted by Environment and Climate Change Canada. This unprecedented weather event is causing significant disruptions, including highway closures and travel advisories in and around Saskatoon, the Battlefords, and Kindersley. Photo by Liam Richards/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Storm Prompts Warnings To Stay Off Roads - Saskatchewan

People shovel snow on their walkways and driveways during a Winter Storm Warning in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, Sunday, March 3, 2024. The city saw large amount of snow and strong winds. A severe winter storm is wreaking havoc across Saskatchewan, plunging the region into a snowy standstill for the second day. Central and southern parts of the province are bracing for snowfall totals that could reach up to 40 cm, accompanied by strong wind gusts of 60 to 70 km/h, as forecasted by Environment and Climate Change Canada. This unprecedented weather event is causing significant disruptions, including highway closures and travel advisories in and around Saskatoon, the Battlefords, and Kindersley. Photo by Liam Richards/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Storm Prompts Warnings To Stay Off Roads - Saskatchewan

Highway 16 during a Winter Storm Warning in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, Sunday, March 3, 2024. The city saw large amount of snow and strong winds. A severe winter storm is wreaking havoc across Saskatchewan, plunging the region into a snowy standstill for the second day. Central and southern parts of the province are bracing for snowfall totals that could reach up to 40 cm, accompanied by strong wind gusts of 60 to 70 km/h, as forecasted by Environment and Climate Change Canada. This unprecedented weather event is causing significant disruptions, including highway closures and travel advisories in and around Saskatoon, the Battlefords, and Kindersley. Photo by Liam Richards/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Storm Prompts Warnings To Stay Off Roads - Saskatchewan

People use snowblowers and shovels on their walkways and driveways during a Winter Storm Warning in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, Sunday, March 3, 2024. The city saw large amount of snow and strong winds. A severe winter storm is wreaking havoc across Saskatchewan, plunging the region into a snowy standstill for the second day. Central and southern parts of the province are bracing for snowfall totals that could reach up to 40 cm, accompanied by strong wind gusts of 60 to 70 km/h, as forecasted by Environment and Climate Change Canada. This unprecedented weather event is causing significant disruptions, including highway closures and travel advisories in and around Saskatoon, the Battlefords, and Kindersley. Photo by Liam Richards/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Storm Prompts Warnings To Stay Off Roads - Saskatchewan

A Saskatoon Fire Department engine during a Winter Storm Warning in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, Sunday, March 3, 2024. The city saw large amount of snow and strong winds. A severe winter storm is wreaking havoc across Saskatchewan, plunging the region into a snowy standstill for the second day. Central and southern parts of the province are bracing for snowfall totals that could reach up to 40 cm, accompanied by strong wind gusts of 60 to 70 km/h, as forecasted by Environment and Climate Change Canada. This unprecedented weather event is causing significant disruptions, including highway closures and travel advisories in and around Saskatoon, the Battlefords, and Kindersley. Photo by Liam Richards/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Storm Prompts Warnings To Stay Off Roads - Saskatchewan

People use snowblowers on their walkways and driveways during a Winter Storm Warning in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, Sunday, March 3, 2024. The city saw large amount of snow and strong winds. A severe winter storm is wreaking havoc across Saskatchewan, plunging the region into a snowy standstill for the second day. Central and southern parts of the province are bracing for snowfall totals that could reach up to 40 cm, accompanied by strong wind gusts of 60 to 70 km/h, as forecasted by Environment and Climate Change Canada. This unprecedented weather event is causing significant disruptions, including highway closures and travel advisories in and around Saskatoon, the Battlefords, and Kindersley. Photo by Liam Richards/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Storm Prompts Warnings To Stay Off Roads - Saskatchewan

People use snowblowers on their walkways and driveways during a Winter Storm Warning in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, Sunday, March 3, 2024. The city saw large amount of snow and strong winds. A severe winter storm is wreaking havoc across Saskatchewan, plunging the region into a snowy standstill for the second day. Central and southern parts of the province are bracing for snowfall totals that could reach up to 40 cm, accompanied by strong wind gusts of 60 to 70 km/h, as forecasted by Environment and Climate Change Canada. This unprecedented weather event is causing significant disruptions, including highway closures and travel advisories in and around Saskatoon, the Battlefords, and Kindersley. Photo by Liam Richards/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Storm Prompts Warnings To Stay Off Roads - Saskatchewan

A person cross country skies though a backline during a Winter Storm Warning in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, Sunday, March 3, 2024. The city saw large amount of snow and strong winds. A severe winter storm is wreaking havoc across Saskatchewan, plunging the region into a snowy standstill for the second day. Central and southern parts of the province are bracing for snowfall totals that could reach up to 40 cm, accompanied by strong wind gusts of 60 to 70 km/h, as forecasted by Environment and Climate Change Canada. This unprecedented weather event is causing significant disruptions, including highway closures and travel advisories in and around Saskatoon, the Battlefords, and Kindersley. Photo by Liam Richards/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Storm Prompts Warnings To Stay Off Roads - Saskatchewan

A group of people stand for a photographs as they use shovels to get their vehicle free during a Winter Storm Warning in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, Sunday, March 3, 2024. The city saw large amount of snow and strong winds. A severe winter storm is wreaking havoc across Saskatchewan, plunging the region into a snowy standstill for the second day. Central and southern parts of the province are bracing for snowfall totals that could reach up to 40 cm, accompanied by strong wind gusts of 60 to 70 km/h, as forecasted by Environment and Climate Change Canada. This unprecedented weather event is causing significant disruptions, including highway closures and travel advisories in and around Saskatoon, the Battlefords, and Kindersley. Photo by Liam Richards/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Storm Prompts Warnings To Stay Off Roads - Saskatchewan

People use snowblowers and shovels on their walkways and driveways during a Winter Storm Warning in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, Sunday, March 3, 2024. The city saw large amount of snow and strong winds. A severe winter storm is wreaking havoc across Saskatchewan, plunging the region into a snowy standstill for the second day. Central and southern parts of the province are bracing for snowfall totals that could reach up to 40 cm, accompanied by strong wind gusts of 60 to 70 km/h, as forecasted by Environment and Climate Change Canada. This unprecedented weather event is causing significant disruptions, including highway closures and travel advisories in and around Saskatoon, the Battlefords, and Kindersley. Photo by Liam Richards/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Storm Prompts Warnings To Stay Off Roads - Saskatchewan

People shovel snow on their walkways and driveways during a Winter Storm Warning in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, Sunday, March 3, 2024. The city saw large amount of snow and strong winds. A severe winter storm is wreaking havoc across Saskatchewan, plunging the region into a snowy standstill for the second day. Central and southern parts of the province are bracing for snowfall totals that could reach up to 40 cm, accompanied by strong wind gusts of 60 to 70 km/h, as forecasted by Environment and Climate Change Canada. This unprecedented weather event is causing significant disruptions, including highway closures and travel advisories in and around Saskatoon, the Battlefords, and Kindersley. Photo by Liam Richards/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Europe struggles to fix migrant predicament

STORY: Europe struggles to fix migrant predicament SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 20-25, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 16, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:04 LOCATION: LAMPEDUSA, Italy CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the migrants 2. various of migrants' ships 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): SERENA CORNIGLIA, Supervisor of migrant reception centers with the Italian Red Cross 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Italian): GIUSEPPE PALMISANO, Bar owner 5. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): SAMSUN YOSEEF, Migrant from Ethiopia 6. SOUNDBITE 4 (English): DANNIEL WOLDE, Migrant 7. SOUNDBITE 5 (English): FRIEDRICH REICH, NGO Rescue ship member from Germany STORYLINE: Migration has returned as a hotly debated issue in the European Union (EU) while a fresh crisis is looming on the continent. Irregular crossings at the EU's external borders increased by 17 percent in the first 11 months of this year to over 355,300, surpassing full-year totals in any year since 2016. Most migrants chose the Central Mediterranean route, a risky one that has seen many migrant shipwrecks due t

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Mediterranean Route to Europe still busiest for irregular migrants

STORY: Mediterranean Route to Europe still busiest for irregular migrants SHOOTING TIME: Dec. 12, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 13, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:51 LOCATION: Rome CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of screenshots of the report released by Frontex 2. various of migrants in Rome STORYLINE: Irregular border crossings into the European Union (EU) have dramatically increased this year, the EU's border control agency said Monday. In the first 11 months of 2023, the number of arrivals has already surpassed full-year totals in any year since 2016, according to data released by the European Border and Coast Guard Agency (Frontex). The total number of migrants arriving in the EU via non-regular means this year reached at least 355,300 by the end of November, Frontex said. Nevertheless, the number of irregular arrivals is slowing, and the balance between different routes is changing. The Central Mediterranean Route, marked by crossings to Italy from Tunisia or Libya, remained the most common means of

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Devastating Flooding in East Africa

Handout photo - Heavy rainfall led to extensive flooding in Somalia, Ethiopia, and Kenya in October and November 2023. The floods came in the wake of the most prolonged drought on record, which left millions of people food insecure between 2020 and 2023. Since October 1, flooding has killed more than 100 people and displaced more than 700,000, according to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs. Countries within the Horn of Africa tend to have two rainy seasons: the October, November, and December (OND) “short rains” and the March, April, and May (MAM) “long rains.” Rainfall in the OND season through mid-November has been much heavier than usual. Since October 1, precipitation totals have been double to quadruple the average for southern and western Ethiopia, Somalia, and Kenya, according to the Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET). Excessive rainfall in the highlands of Ethiopia and Somalia in late October and early November raised the levels of the Shebelle River u

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Devastating Flooding in East Africa

Handout photo - Heavy rainfall led to extensive flooding in Somalia, Ethiopia, and Kenya in October and November 2023. The floods came in the wake of the most prolonged drought on record, which left millions of people food insecure between 2020 and 2023. Since October 1, flooding has killed more than 100 people and displaced more than 700,000, according to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs. Countries within the Horn of Africa tend to have two rainy seasons: the October, November, and December (OND) “short rains” and the March, April, and May (MAM) “long rains.” Rainfall in the OND season through mid-November has been much heavier than usual. Since October 1, precipitation totals have been double to quadruple the average for southern and western Ethiopia, Somalia, and Kenya, according to the Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET). Excessive rainfall in the highlands of Ethiopia and Somalia in late October and early November raised the levels of the Shebelle River u

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Devastating Flooding in East Africa

Handout photo - Heavy rainfall led to extensive flooding in Somalia, Ethiopia, and Kenya in October and November 2023. The floods came in the wake of the most prolonged drought on record, which left millions of people food insecure between 2020 and 2023. Since October 1, flooding has killed more than 100 people and displaced more than 700,000, according to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs. Countries within the Horn of Africa tend to have two rainy seasons: the October, November, and December (OND) “short rains” and the March, April, and May (MAM) “long rains.” Rainfall in the OND season through mid-November has been much heavier than usual. Since October 1, precipitation totals have been double to quadruple the average for southern and western Ethiopia, Somalia, and Kenya, according to the Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET). Excessive rainfall in the highlands of Ethiopia and Somalia in late October and early November raised the levels of the Shebelle River u

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Devastating Flooding in East Africa

Handout photo - Heavy rainfall led to extensive flooding in Somalia, Ethiopia, and Kenya in October and November 2023. The floods came in the wake of the most prolonged drought on record, which left millions of people food insecure between 2020 and 2023. Since October 1, flooding has killed more than 100 people and displaced more than 700,000, according to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs. Countries within the Horn of Africa tend to have two rainy seasons: the October, November, and December (OND) “short rains” and the March, April, and May (MAM) “long rains.” Rainfall in the OND season through mid-November has been much heavier than usual. Since October 1, precipitation totals have been double to quadruple the average for southern and western Ethiopia, Somalia, and Kenya, according to the Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET). Excessive rainfall in the highlands of Ethiopia and Somalia in late October and early November raised the levels of the Shebelle River u

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Egypt's central bank auctions 40 bln EGP in T-bills to fund budget deficit

STORY: Egypt's central bank auctions 40 bln EGP in T-bills to fund budget deficit DATELINE: April 10, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:45 LOCATION: Cairo CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Egyptian Ministry of Finance 2. various of the Central Bank of Egypt 3. various of Egyptian banknotes STORYLINE: The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE), on behalf of the Ministry of Finance, auctioned treasury bills (T-bills) worth 40 billion Egyptian pounds (EGP) (about 1.3 billion U.S. dollars) on Sunday, divided into two issues. The first issue amounts to 23 billion EGP, with a 91-day tenor that matures on July 11, while the second issue totals 17 billion EGP, with a 273-day tenor, maturing on January 9, 2024. This auction follows the CBE's previous auction of T-bills on April 4 with a total value of 38 billion EGP, including 91-day, 182-day, 273-day, and 364-day tenors. The accepted bids amounted to 4.97 billion EGP, with an average yield of 22.3 percent. The CBE typically issues T-bills to fund the budget deficit. The cou

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Gov't, ruling bloc agree on 95.88 tri. yen budget for FY 2014

TOKYO, Japan - Finance Minister Taro Aso speaks to reporters at the prime minister's office in Tokyo on Dec. 21, 2013, after the government and the ruling bloc approved the government budget plan for fiscal 2014. The planned budget totals a record-high 95.88 trillion yen, up from 92.61 trillion yen the previous year.

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Mitsubishi UFJ Financial's net profit totals 507.3 bil. yen

TOKYO, Japan - Nobuo Kuroyanagi, president of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc., announces the group's earnings for the first six months of fiscal 2006 at a news conference at the Bank of Japan's head office in Tokyo on Nov. 20.

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Malta holds 2022 Rolex Middle Sea Race

STORY: Malta holds 2022 Rolex Middle Sea Race DATELINE: Oct. 23, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:49 LOCATION: Valletta CATEGORY: SPORTS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the start of the race at Grand Harbour in Valletta STORYLINE: 2022 Rolex Middle Sea Race, the 43rd edition of the annual yachting race, began on Saturday from Valletta's Grand Harbour. Over 120 boats take part in the race this year, which will take them from Valletta to Sicily, around the Italian island, and back to Malta. The course totals 606 nautical miles. Vessels from Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the United States, as well as from most of Europe are all taking part in the race. Over 110 boats took part in the 2021 Rolex Middle Sea Race. However, in 2020, merely around 50 boats participated in the annual event due to the COVID-19 restrictions. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Valletta. (XHTV)

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China's Liaoning launches freight train transporting PV products to Europe

STORY: China's Liaoning launches freight train transporting PV products to Europe DATELINE: Aug. 3, 2022 LENGTH: 00:00:48 LOCATION: SHENYANG, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the freight train 2. various of staff checking the freight train STORYLINE: A China-Europe freight train carrying 50 containers of photovoltaic (PV) products left a train station on Sunday in Shenyang, capital of northeast China's Liaoning Province, for Duisburg, Germany. These PV products were manufactured by a company in Jinzhou City of Liaoning Province. The whole journey of the train totals 10,517 km. It is expected to arrive at Duisburg in 21 to 25 days. The freight train will help the company boost exports while catering to the demand of overseas markets. By July 29, the China-Europe freight trains launched from Liaoning Province had made a total of 199 trips this year, a year-on-year increase of 20.6 percent. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Shenyang, China. (XHTV)

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Turkish, Somali presidents discuss regional security, humanitarian aid

STORY: Turkish, Somali presidents discuss regional security, humanitarian aid DATELINE: July 7, 2022 LENGTH: 00:00:58 LOCATION: Ankara CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan meeting with his Somalian counterpart Hassan Sheikh STORYLINE: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met on Wednesday with his visiting Somalian counterpart Hassan Sheikh Mohamud in the capital Ankara to discuss regional security and humanitarian aid to the African country. In a joint press conference after their meeting, the Turkish president stressed the importance of Somalia's stability and security for the whole African horn, noting Turkey will continue to stand with Somalia in the international arena. Turkey's humanitarian and development aid to Somalia over the last decade totals more than 1 billion U.S. dollars, Erdogan said, adding the trade between Turkey and Somalia has grown quickly in the past years. For his part, the Somalian president told the press conference that h

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#CHINA-GANSU-DUNHUANG-APRICOT (CN)

(220703) -- DUNHUANG, July 3, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A villager picks apricots at Heshui Village in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province, July 3, 2022. Apricot, one of the characteristic agricultural products in Dunhuang, has entered its harvest season lately. Currently the apricot planting area in Dunhuang totals 16,000 mu (about 1,067 hectares), with an expected production of 20,000 tonnes this year. (Photo by Zhang Xiaoliang/Xinhua)