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🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Black Ice Claims Pedestrians – This is the Property Owner's Responsibility

As temperatures rise this week, streets may become particularly slippery, warning pedestrians and highlighting property owners’ liability for accidents caused by icy conditions.

Feb 27 • 15:30 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Hellisheiði, Holtavörðuheiði, and Fjarðarheiði all closed

Several significant mountain roads in Iceland are closed due to hazardous conditions including black ice and avalanche risk.

Feb 26 • 22:08 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Alert drivers: the phenomenon that is beginning to appear on the roads of New York due to the persistent cold wave

The National Weather Service has issued a warning about the formation of black ice on New York roads, urging drivers and pedestrians to exercise caution due to dangerously slippery conditions.

Feb 26 • 16:55 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Due to black ice, the number of emergency calls has significantly increased, with the most complicated situation in Vilnius

Emergency calls in Lithuania have surged due to black ice, particularly in Vilnius, with 351 calls recorded by noon, significantly higher than the usual 250.

Feb 24 • 11:20 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Black ice grips the capital: an important warning for residents

Residents of Vilnius have been warned about the formation of black ice in certain areas of the city, emphasizing the need for caution.

Feb 23 • 19:59 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Risk of 'black ice': Police urge cautious driving

Most of Denmark is experiencing precipitation today, with some areas receiving snow, leading to slippery conditions and several traffic accidents reported by police.

Feb 22 • 08:25 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Laila Edwards, the first Black member of the US women's ice hockey team, enjoys gold medal joy with her family cheering squad

Laila Edwards, who made history as the first Black player on the US women's ice hockey team, celebrated a gold medal victory at the 2026 Winter Olympics with her family after they raised funds to support their attendance.

Feb 20 • 09:19 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Spaniards on Donald Trump's ICE 'black list': videos in university showers, drugs, cryptocurrencies, and murders that didn't happen

Donald Trump's mass deportation campaign has targeted hundreds of thousands of immigrants, many of whom have no criminal records, yet the government continues to claim its focus is on the worst foreign criminals.

Feb 16 • 06:06 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Figure Skating: The Black Day of the Ice Prince

Ilia Malinin, a two-time world champion and dominant figure in figure skating, faces a significant setback during a competition in Milan after being undefeated for two years.

Feb 14 • 08:57 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Warnings About Severe Black Ice on Road A1: A 'Honda' Has Already Rolled Over

The police are warning of severe black ice on Road A1, following reports of a rollover accident involving a Honda without injuries.

Feb 7 • 21:49 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

What is 'black ice' that has paralyzed Berlin's airport

Black ice has led to the suspension of flights at Berlin's airport, creating hazardous conditions for air and ground traffic.

Feb 6 • 18:25 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Germany: Berlin Airport Gradually Reopens After Closure Due to Black Ice

Berlin Airport is reopening gradually but faces significant delays and cancellations due to black ice that had grounded flights earlier on Friday, amidst a prolonged cold weather wave disrupting transportation in Germany.

Feb 6 • 14:56 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Jan Hofer on black ice: 'I fell, hit my head, and lost consciousness'

Jan Hofer, a former news presenter, suffered a serious fall on black ice in Berlin, prompting a rescue alert from his smartwatch, and he took to Instagram to thank his rescuers while criticizing the Nature Protection Association.

Feb 6 • 13:09 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Icy Rain Paralyzes Berlin, Flights Halted

Icy rain and black ice have disrupted transportation in Berlin, causing flight cancellations and delays as airport officials struggle to clear the runways.

Feb 6 • 08:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Berlin Airport Closed Due to Black Ice

Berlin Airport remains closed on Friday due to black ice, with flight operations suspended and numerous flights canceled or delayed since Thursday due to snow and freezing rain.

Feb 6 • 06:55 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

Germany: Berlin Airport Remains Closed Due to Black Ice

Berlin Brandenburg Airport is closed this morning due to black ice and persistent freezing rain, with no indication of when flights will resume.

Feb 6 • 06:52 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Capital Airport: Black ice and freezing rain continue to make operations impossible at BER

Due to black ice and freezing rain, all flights at the Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) are grounded with no clear indication of when operations will resume.

Feb 6 • 06:02 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Black Ice Suspends Flights at Berlin Airport

Flights at Berlin Airport have been suspended since Thursday due to the accumulation of 'black ice', with no clear timeline for resuming operations.

Feb 6 • 05:35 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Berlin Airport Suspends Operations Due to Black Ice - Series of Accidents on A10 with Numerous Injuries

Berlin's BER airport temporarily halted operations due to dangerous black ice, leading to multiple accidents on the A10 highway near Potsdam, resulting in 19 injuries.

Feb 5 • 20:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Due to black ice: Operations at Berlin Airport BER suspended: 'Our surfaces are like a mirror'

Operations at Berlin Airport (BER) have been temporarily suspended due to hazardous black ice conditions, posing threats to safety, according to a spokesperson.

Feb 5 • 19:40 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Berlin Airport Suspends Operations Due to Black Ice

Berlin's capital airport, BER, has temporarily suspended operations due to black ice, preventing any takeoffs or landings, according to a spokesperson.

Feb 5 • 19:01 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Berlin Airport Stops Operations Due to Black Ice

Berlin's main airport, BER, has temporarily halted operations due to dangerous black ice conditions affecting safety.

Feb 5 • 19:01 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
National & Local

Black Civil Rights Activists in the USA: The Black Panthers are Back

Armed members of the 'New Black Panther Party' are protesting against the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in US cities, raising old questions about nonviolent resistance.

Feb 5 • 13:03 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

A part of the republic will be troubled by black ice. However, the forecast is already looking for the sun in the sky

Severe black ice warnings remain in effect in Vysočina and now extend to the whole of Silesia and parts of Southern Moravia, while a warming trend is expected from Thursday onwards.

Feb 4 • 10:35 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Snow chaos in Hesse - trucks stuck - DWD warns of black ice - school closures in Lower Saxony

Germany faces severe winter weather with trucks stranded in Hesse and warnings of icy roads from the German Weather Service, leading to school closures in Lower Saxony.

Feb 4 • 05:10 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Sports

US Athletes Against ICE: Sport is Slowly Waking Up

Following the Black Lives Matter era, US sports stars who had been silent begin to speak out against violence in Minnesota.

Feb 3 • 13:41 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Greenland's Black Algae Breeding Accelerates Ice Melting: A Vicious Cycle

Research indicates that the melting process of Greenland's glaciers is hastened by algae thriving on them, posing a major risk to global sea levels.

Feb 3 • 09:45 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Legacy of the Black Panthers Evoked in Times of ICE

The article discusses the resurgence of the Black Panther Party's legacy amidst current struggles with systemic racism and police violence against Black communities in the United States.

Feb 2 • 02:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Black Ice in Berlin: Capital without Government

Berlin is facing dangerous conditions due to black ice, highlighting the leadership issues as the mayor calls for assistance with road salt after days of inaction.

Jan 30 • 17:19 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

District of Freising: More than 110,000 euros in damages due to black ice

Recent weather fluctuations in the District of Freising have resulted in numerous accidents, causing a total damage of 111,500 euros from twelve incidents on icy roads.

Jan 13 • 15:06 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Accidents in Bavaria: Up to two centimeters of thick ice: Storm "Gunda" causes traffic chaos

Winter weather and black ice caused by storm Gunda have resulted in numerous police interventions and several injuries from accidents on Bavarian roads, including children.

Jan 13 • 07:54 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Weather: Black ice danger in the east, numerous accidents

The article reports on hazardous black ice conditions in eastern Germany, resulting in multiple accidents, including a fatality and increased strain on emergency services.

Jan 13 • 06:05 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Last-Minute Cancellation: New Year's Reception at Erding Museum Falls Victim to Black Ice

The Erding Museum has canceled its traditional New Year's reception due to severe weather warnings for freezing rain and black ice, which posed risks to attendees.

Jan 12 • 15:56 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Weather in Bavaria: Attention Black Ice! The week starts uncomfortably

The week in Bavaria begins with freezing rain and black ice, leading to significant disruptions in transportation as warned by the German Weather Service.

Jan 12 • 09:10 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Live blog on frost and black ice: trains running slower due to ice forecast

The German Railway anticipates operational restrictions and delays due to the forecast of black ice on Monday, affecting various regions and leading to flight cancellations and school closures.

Jan 12 • 08:29 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Wet in Bavaria: Caution Black Ice! The week starts unpleasantly

Heavy freezing rain and black ice are expected in many parts of Bavaria, leading to significant disruptions on all transportation routes according to the German Weather Service's warnings.

Jan 12 • 07:37 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Winter Weather: Many Schools Closed Due to Black Ice

Numerous schools in Bavaria have closed due to widespread icy conditions, while meteorologists warn of potential hazards resulting from black ice.

Jan 12 • 05:54 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK snow: Eight key things to know TODAY as black ice and 6-inch snowfall blasts Britain

The UK is facing severe winter weather with heavy snowfall, black ice, and high winds, prompting an Amber Warning in several regions.

Jan 11 • 11:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Rare weather phenomenon hits 26 areas with Met Office black ice warning

A rare weather phenomenon is affecting 26 regions in the UK, prompting the Met Office to issue warnings for snow and black ice, particularly in northern England and Scotland.

Jan 11 • 10:35 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

"Arctic Cold" - Meteorologist Warns of Dangerous Black Ice

Meteorologists warn that arctic cold temperatures may lead to dangerous black ice conditions in northern Germany following storm 'Elli.'

Jan 11 • 10:14 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Live Blog on the Snowstorm: Train Services in the North Remain Limited Until at Least Sunday

Train services in northern Germany will remain disrupted due to a snowstorm, with up to 50 centimeters of new snow expected in the Black Forest and ice warnings set for Monday.

Jan 10 • 14:34 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Three-step guidance from police for driving on black ice

Derbyshire Constabulary has provided essential driving advice as icy conditions are expected to continue in the UK this weekend.

Jan 10 • 00:09 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Weather Warning for Bavaria: DWD Warns of Black Ice, Snow, and Rain - School Closures in Eastern Bavaria

Bavaria is facing challenging winter weather with warnings for black ice and snowfall, particularly impacting transport and resulting in school closures in eastern regions.

Jan 8 • 19:55 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Snow drifts, black ice, and frost create 'very unpleasant situations'

A rare snow depth is expected to bring heavy snowfall, icy eastern winds, and black ice to Germany, with meteorologist Alexander Hildebrand warning of 'unpleasant conditions' for pedestrians and drivers.

Jan 8 • 12:32 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Crime & Justice

The woman killed by ICE near the site of Floyd's murder: the precedent that shook the US

A woman was killed by ICE just four blocks from where George Floyd was murdered, sparking protests across several cities.

Jan 8 • 10:11 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Snow and Black Ice: German Weather Service Warns of 'Extreme Situation'

A storm system in Germany is causing snow and black ice, leading to school closures and expected train disruptions, with emergency rooms overwhelmed by accidents.

Jan 8 • 07:42 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Crime & Justice

USA: 37-year-old shot by immigration officer

A 37-year-old woman was fatally shot by an ICE officer in Minneapolis, raising questions about the incident's justification and the responses from federal and local authorities.

Jan 8 • 06:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Severe Cold Temperatures Approaching, 'Black Ice' Appears on Roads. HGSS Rescued Family

In Zagreb, heavy snowfall has caused traffic issues across Croatia, with the Croatian Mountain Rescue Service (HGSS) rescuing a family amid the adverse weather conditions.

Jan 7 • 18:37 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

PHOTO Black ice on the roads. HGSS evacuated a family with two children

Members of the Croatian Mountain Rescue Service (HGSS) were busy in northern Dalmatia due to severe weather conditions, conducting rescues and providing assistance to isolated residents.

Jan 7 • 18:14 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Police rescued passengers from 6 cars due to snow near Gračac and 14 foreigners due to black ice near Obrovac

Due to sudden temperature drops and adverse weather conditions, police undertook rescues of stranded drivers in Croatia's Zadar County, emphasizing attention to critical road sections.

Jan 7 • 15:46 UTC

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