From a rare polar bear adoption in Canada to Christmas traditions in Jerusalem and a poignant London art installation, explore the world through Thursday's most compelling images. See the full gallery.
Canadian researchers have logged an exceptionally rare case of a female polar bear adopting a cub. Discover the heartwarming story and what it reveals about Arctic survival.
Scientists confirm a rare polar bear adoption in Hudson Bay. This heartwarming conservation story shows how wildlife adapts in the face of climate challenges. Read more.
A powerful 'bomb cyclone' is racing towards the UK, bringing severe weather warnings for wind, rain, and fog just days before Christmas. Stay updated with the latest Met Office alerts.
A major scientific report reveals Arctic sea ice shrank to a record low in 2024, driven by extreme heat. This rapid loss threatens global weather patterns and coastal communities. Read the full analysis.
New research shows polar bears are genetically adapting to a warming Arctic, a stark sign of climate pressure. Discover the complex reality behind this 'glimmer of hope'.
Meteorologists warn of a brutal winter ahead for the US, with a polar vortex delivering three severe cold surges. Could this be a repeat of the infamous 2013 'Snowpocalypse'?
A severe Arctic blast has swept across the eastern US, with temperatures dropping up to 20 degrees below normal. Record lows broken in Michigan as the polar vortex expands. Discover the forecast and impacts.
Advanced weather maps show a -7C polar freeze and snow will hit parts of the UK within hours. Find out the exact dates and areas affected.
The UK faces severe gales and snow today, driven by a polar vortex dislocation in the US. The Met Office has issued warnings for freezing fog and travel disruption.
A massive polar vortex breakdown is plunging the US into a deep freeze, with meteorologists warning of three weeks of record-low temperatures and heavy snow. Discover the forecast and impacts.
A polar vortex brings record cold and snow, causing thousands of flight delays and state of emergency declarations across the US. Follow the latest severe weather updates.
A polar vortex breakdown is set to plunge the US into record-breaking cold, with winter warnings in 30 states. Heavy snow and ice threaten travel chaos. Read the full forecast.
A major nor'easter snowstorm threatens further US travel disruption after thousands of flights were cancelled. Over 235 million Americans face freezing temperatures as the cold snap continues.
Meteorologists warn of a severe cold snap and the season's first significant snowstorms set to hit the US, disrupting travel and closing schools. Get the latest forecast details.
Discover how the Chicago Bears' 1985 rap anthem 'The Super Bowl Shuffle' became a viral sensation before the internet era and boosted their championship run. Stream the new documentary now.
Discover Seaton, a charming Devon seaside town that transforms into a Christmas card scene with festive markets, a Polar Express tram, and enchanting light displays. Plan your perfect winter escape.
Utqiaġvik, Alaska, enters its annual 66-day polar night. Discover how residents survive the continuous darkness and extreme cold. Learn their unique coping strategies.
The sudden stratospheric warming event that triggered the 2018 'Beast from the East' could recur, bringing potential for colder, wintry conditions to the UK later this month. Read the latest forecast.
Former US Navy pilot and federal prosecutor Mikie Sherrill makes political history by flipping New Jersey's governorship to Democratic control in a decisive election victory.
Democratic incumbent Phil Murphy narrowly defeats Republican challenger Jack Ciattarelli in one of America's most closely watched gubernatorial races, defying national political trends.
The father of Chicago Bears wide receiver Velus Jones Jr has publicly demanded his son be traded before the NFL deadline, creating dramatic tension within the franchise.
A massive Arctic air mass is sweeping across the United States, threatening to bring dangerously frigid temperatures weeks ahead of schedule. Meteorologists warn this early winter blast could shatter records and create hazardous conditions from the Rockie
In a stunning political reversal, Democrats have mounted a dramatic fightback against Donald Trump's advancing campaign in traditionally blue New Jersey, signalling potential trouble for Republican ambitions in the Northeast.
The New Jersey governor's race intensifies as candidates clash over key state issues, setting the stage for a pivotal political showdown that could reshape the state's direction.
Groundbreaking research reveals Antarctica's ice sheets have passed a critical tipping point, threatening irreversible sea level rise that could reshape coastlines worldwide within decades.
Incredible survival story of British adventurer who swam for 24 hours in freezing Arctic waters after his boat capsized during solo expedition
Groundbreaking research uncovers mysterious marine organisms flourishing in complete darkness under Arctic sea ice, challenging everything we thought we knew about polar ecosystems.
A quiet New Jersey community is reeling after two people were found dead in a pizza shop, with emergency dispatchers receiving a frantic call from someone at the scene of the brutal double homicide.
A quiet New Jersey community is reeling after two people were found dead in a local pizza restaurant in what authorities are investigating as a double homicide.