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🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Sofia, 29, ran away from a polar bear during her workday – this is what life is like in a village where doors cannot be locked

Sofia Ahvenainen describes her challenging life in Svalbard, where extreme weather conditions and wildlife encounters shape her daily experiences.

Feb 28 • 18:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

'I saw comrades executed beside me for not following orders': Russian soldiers report to the BBC extreme conditions on the front line in Ukraine

Russian soldiers recounted horrifying experiences of executions and extreme violence on the front lines in Ukraine during an interview with the BBC.

Feb 28 • 10:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

A baffling discovery for scientists: why some trees withstand droughts that should kill them

Researchers have discovered that specific biological adjustments in tree roots enable some species to survive extreme drought conditions.

Feb 28 • 07:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

Superlatives of the Alps: Mont Blanc was our witness

The article discusses the longest ski run in the Alps, located in Les Deux Alpes, France, emphasizing the extreme conditions and impressive height of the run.

Feb 26 • 13:29 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The wait for the traditional holiday is overshadowed by extreme conditions: "The city is buried in snow"

Preparations for the Kaziukas Fair in Klaipėda are complicated by significant snowfall, making it difficult for vendors to set up their stalls.

Feb 25 • 12:18 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Inamhi issues warning for extreme conditions until Thursday: "Rain of variable intensity" will hit these parts of the country hard.

The Ecuadorian Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (Inamhi) has issued a weather warning for various regions in Ecuador due to expected rain and storms.

Feb 25 • 11:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The ice has melted. Poland faces floods after extreme cold

Poland is experiencing floods following extreme cold conditions that caused ice to melt.

Feb 24 • 13:43 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

"The smell reveals them during decomposition." A journalist describes the terrible consequences of frost in Ukraine

A journalist discusses the harsh realities of survival in Ukraine amid ongoing warfare and extreme weather conditions.

Feb 24 • 05:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

11 rugged outdoor watches built to survive anything, starting at $65

The article highlights a selection of durable outdoor watches from trusted brands like Garmin and Casio, designed to withstand extreme conditions while maintaining style.

Feb 23 • 22:29 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Swedish man dead in Austrian avalanches

A Swedish man in his 30s is among the seven fatalities in the recent avalanche incidents occurring in the Austrian Alps due to extreme snow conditions.

Feb 23 • 16:58 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Kyiv's Extreme Cold: 'Trump' Cafe Closed Due to Power Outage, Four Years After Invasion, Diminished Hopes

A cafe named 'Trump' in Kyiv has closed due to power outages amid severe winter conditions, reflecting the diminishing hopes of locals four years into the Russian invasion.

Feb 23 • 03:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Request to declare Lemnos in a state of emergency: Extensive damage from bad weather

The mayor of Lemnos has requested a state of emergency for the island due to extensive damage caused by severe weather conditions.

Feb 22 • 11:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

New York discovers the rat-killing effect of extreme cold

New York's extreme winter may lead to a significant reduction in the city's rat population due to harsh conditions inhibiting their reproduction.

Feb 21 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Cortina, vigilante dies at minus twelve degrees: an investigation for manslaughter has been opened

An investigation for manslaughter has been opened in Belluno following the death of a security guard in Cortina, highlighting concerns about working conditions amid extreme temperatures.

Feb 20 • 11:22 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Alert due to winter cold wave: the map of the snowstorm approaching and covering New York in the coming hours

A severe winter cold wave is approaching New York, bringing significant snowfall and extreme weather conditions across the United States.

Feb 19 • 12:45 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Researchers Surprised: An Animal Discovered in Antarctic Waters That Shouldn't Have Been There

Scientists discovered a southern sleeper shark in Antarctic waters, prompting a reevaluation of the fauna that could survive in such extreme conditions.

Feb 19 • 10:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Climber who 'left partner to freeze to death on mountain' reveals her last words

A climber faces trial for allegedly abandoning his girlfriend to die on a mountain during extreme weather conditions.

Feb 19 • 09:58 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Difficult Ice Conditions: 'Extreme Situation'

Sweden's Maritime Administration has deployed extra helicopter resources due to severe ice conditions affecting rescue operations in Vänern and Bottenviken.

Feb 18 • 07:12 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

In Photos: Skiing and Modern Technology. Canadian Soldiers Train in Extreme Freezing Conditions

Canadian soldiers are undergoing training in severe winter conditions, showcasing both traditional skiing techniques and modern technology.

Feb 17 • 17:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The fight for every watt on the energy front of the war in Ukraine

The article discusses the critical energy crisis in Ukraine exacerbated by Russian attacks on its energy infrastructure, highlighting the struggle of workers to restore electricity amid extreme winter conditions.

Feb 17 • 04:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The hidden (and strenuous) face of the great Rio de Janeiro Carnival: million-euro subsidies and workers at 40ºC for 280 euros a month

The article explores the behind-the-scenes challenges of the Rio de Janeiro Carnival, revealing low wages and extreme working conditions for the labor force.

Feb 16 • 23:10 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Sports

Pole at the Olympics for the third time. "The wind takes away the ability to see"

Polish athlete Mateusz Sochowicz shares his experiences competing in his third Olympic Games and reflects on the challenges of competing in extreme weather conditions.

Feb 16 • 15:26 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Heat and storms give rise to extreme fire forecast in Victoria

Authorities in Victoria are issuing warnings for extreme fire danger due to heat and storm conditions affecting the region.

Feb 16 • 05:42 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The bad weather sweeps the country: Where problems are recorded - Messages from 112 in Chios and Serifos

Severe weather conditions have caused landslides and flooding in parts of Greece, particularly affecting Chios with extreme winds and emergency alerts.

Feb 15 • 15:22 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

This electric car's range was not significantly affected even by 30-degree frost – Another car's range dropped nearly by half

A recent winter range test in Norway revealed the resilience of some electric cars under extreme cold conditions, although many experienced significant drops in expected range.

Feb 15 • 05:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Sami Sykkö reveals how to dress in extreme cold – avoid this piece of clothing

Fashion expert Sami Sykkö shares tips on how to dress warmly and stylishly in extreme cold weather conditions.

Feb 14 • 07:10 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Maximizing time in the sun: how to maintain and repair solar panels to make them last

The article discusses the increasing adoption of solar panels in Australia and highlights the challenges of panel degradation and maintenance in extreme weather conditions.

Feb 13 • 23:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A Kaunas resident about working in the cold: the quality will be 'fantastic'

A resident of Kaunas expresses frustration over the poor work conditions and quality of city maintenance during extreme cold weather.

Feb 13 • 17:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Death in Paradise star 'really struggled' on set forcing colleagues to make major change

Steffan Rhodri shared that Ben Miller, the first detective of 'Death in Paradise', faced significant challenges while filming in the extreme heat of Guadeloupe, prompting changes in his wardrobe to cope with the conditions.

Feb 13 • 14:43 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

There is a warning for storms and extreme heat for this Friday, February 13: the affected provinces

Argentina's National Meteorological Service has issued alerts for storms and extreme heat affecting various northern provinces, while the capital experiences milder conditions this Friday.

Feb 13 • 05:01 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Drones flying at 450 km/h tested in Estonia at -25 degrees Celsius

A drone named 'Black Bird' successfully achieved a maximum speed of 450 km/h during tests in Estonia, demonstrating advanced capabilities in extreme cold conditions amidst growing NATO operational requirements.

Feb 11 • 16:08 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

After the break, the performer Dileta shared news: everything had to be implemented under extreme conditions

Lithuanian performer Dileta discusses the spontaneous creation of her new song, inspired by nostalgic melodies during a traffic jam.

Feb 11 • 14:28 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The storm 'Nils' prolongs instability in the Peninsula, with a red alert in Galicia starting tonight

The storm 'Nils' continues to bring instability to the Iberian Peninsula, leading to a red alert in Galicia due to extreme weather conditions.

Feb 11 • 10:42 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Jaak Viilipus: Estonia's maritime infrastructure faces a new climate reality

Jaak Viilipus discusses the challenges faced by Estonia's maritime infrastructure due to climate change and extreme weather conditions.

Feb 10 • 12:18 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ontario breaks free from extreme cold, but winter a 'long drawn-out affair'

Ontario is experiencing a shift in weather with the coldest air of the winter moving out, leading to potential for warmer conditions.

Feb 9 • 22:57 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
World

For millions of years, they wait for their moment. What lies deep beneath the Earth?

Deep beneath the Earth's surface exists a largely unknown ecosystem of microscopic life, where microbes thrive under extreme conditions with little sunlight.

Feb 9 • 20:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

At least 18 people now dead as historic New York cold stretch nears end

The death toll in New York City related to the extreme cold has risen to 18 as officials report ongoing dangerous weather conditions.

Feb 9 • 17:22 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Heatwave conditions to return for SEQ ahead of weekend showers

Extreme heat is expected to return to south-east Queensland before the arrival of showers this weekend.

Feb 8 • 20:02 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Old Man Winter growing old for Ontarians stuck in deep freeze

Extreme cold weather conditions, including severe wind chills, are affecting Ontario as cold weather alerts are issued for various regions.

Feb 8 • 16:15 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Weather forecast prepared for next week - cold returns

Next week is expected to bring a significant drop in temperatures across Latvia, with some areas experiencing extreme cold conditions.

Feb 8 • 12:17 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Where humans freeze.. A Chinese robot takes 130,000 steps in 47 degrees below zero

A Chinese robot named G1 from Unitree Robotics successfully undertook a significant challenge by walking 130,000 steps in extreme cold conditions of -47.4°C.

Feb 8 • 11:17 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Workers raced to warn homeless living in bushland of fires and heat

Outreach workers in Victoria's Ballarat region hurried to notify homeless individuals about impending bushfires and extreme heat conditions.

Feb 7 • 19:11 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
World

Major Russian Attack on Ukraine: More Cities Left Without Electricity and Heating

Russian attacks have caused power outages and heating disruptions in Kyiv and several Ukrainian cities, leaving thousands vulnerable to extreme winter weather conditions.

Feb 7 • 09:50 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Andalusia Awaits the Second Impact of the Storm with Rivers and Reservoirs at the Limit of Their Capacity and Thousands Evacuated

Andalusia is bracing for the second impact of a storm system, already affected by evacuations of 11,000 people and extreme conditions in rivers and reservoirs.

Feb 6 • 19:47 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Private Arttu trusts this material for winter cold – would you have guessed?

Private Arttu Kiviniemi shares insights on winter clothing for soldiers, highlighting materials effective in extreme cold conditions.

Feb 6 • 15:22 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

Labor exploitation in bakeries of Palencia: five arrested for having 12 migrants in endless workdays and extreme heat

The National Police dismantled a gang that exploited 12 migrants, forcing them to work up to 17 hours daily under extreme heat and unhygienic conditions, arresting five individuals in the process.

Feb 6 • 11:06 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

Norwegian Test: The Toughest Cold Reveals the Electric Car with the Longest Range

A recent winter test in Norway has revealed surprising results about electric car range under extreme cold conditions, comparable in significance to the Winter Olympics for the automotive industry.

Feb 6 • 10:52 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Yellow alert for storms and extreme heat for this Friday, February 6: affected provinces

The National Meteorological Service warned of adverse conditions in the center and north of the country, with temperatures around 24°C in Buenos Aires.

Feb 6 • 06:56 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Isolated on Tunø: 'Normally, not much happens in winter'

Residents of Tunø, Tami and Thomas Vibberstoft Pinkalski, are experiencing their first harsh winter on the island, facing more extreme weather conditions than expected despite being prepared for isolation and cancellations.

Feb 5 • 15:57 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Rich kid on the first test of power: The big winter revealed the unpreparedness of the new mayor of New York

Newly elected Mayor Zohran Mamdani faces severe winter conditions, including heavy snowfall and extreme cold, that challenge the city's services and daily life.

Feb 5 • 12:23 UTC

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