NATO calls on allies to supply winter uniforms for Ukrainian army
BRUSSELS (Reuters) – NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg urged allies on Friday to supply Kyiv with winter gear such as clothing, tents and generators to enable …
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Swiss to create hydropower reserve to ensure winter power supply
ZURICH (Reuters) – Switzerland will create a hydropower reserve to make sure the Alpine country has enough electricity through the coming winter, the government said …
Column-Europe tops up gas stocks, but winter demand cuts essential: Kemp
By John Kemp LONDON (Reuters) – European countries have increased gas inventories by a record volume this year, but they will still need to reduce …
Analysis-Europe’s banks dim lights as they brace for winter blackout
By Sinead Cruise and Iain Withers LONDON (Reuters) – Some of Europe’s biggest banks are preparing back-up generators and to dim the lights as they …
EU states urged to roll out COVID booster shots to fend off winter infections
BRUSSELS (Reuters) – EU countries should start offering COVID boosters to their populations now to contain a fresh wave of infections expected this autumn and …
Rising energy prices could fuel social unrest across Europe this winter
By Jorgelina do Rosario LONDON (Reuters) – Europe’s wealthiest nations face rising risks of civil unrest over the winter, including street protests and demonstrations, due …
Finland to slash electricity tax over winter, subsidise bills
By Essi Lehto and Anne Kauranen HELSINKI (Reuters) -Finland on Thursday slashed value-added tax on electricity to 10% from 24% over the winter and said …
Analysis-Full gas storage no fix for Europe’s winter energy crunch
By Kate Abnett and Bozorgmehr Sharafedin BRUSSELS (Reuters) -The European Union is on track to beat targets for filling gas storage, but analysts warn the …
Global stocks in for a chilly winter, strategists say – Reuters poll
By Hari Kishan and Jonathan Cable BENGALURU (Reuters) – It will be a chilly winter for global stocks, according to analysts in a Reuters poll …
‘Political Suicide’: Germany Will Shutter Nuclear Plants Despite Looming Winter Shortages
‘Political Suicide’: Germany Will Shutter Nuclear Plants Despite Looming Winter Shortages Jack McEvoy on August 22, 2022 German Economy Minister Robert Habeck said on Sunday …
Winter diesel shock looms as tanks dry up ahead of sanctions
By Ahmad Ghaddar and Rowena Edwards LONDON – Europe is heading into winter with seasonally low levels of diesel in storage tanks, with major implications …
La Nina conditions to continue, but odds lower into winter -U.S. forecaster
(Reuters) -Chances for La Niña are expected to gradually decrease from 86% in the coming season to 60% during December-February 2022-23, a U.S. government weather …
Columbus Police Continue Search for Killer of 19-Year-Old Last Winter
COLUMBUS, OH – Columbus police are searching for a man wanted for the murder of a 19-year-old in February Police today issued the following statement: …
Biden Touts Northeast’s Climate Progress — They Now Face Energy Shortages Every Winter
Biden Touts Northeast’s Climate Progress — They Now Face Energy Shortages Every Winter Jack McEvoy on July 22, 2022 President Biden boasted about replacing fossil …
‘Especially Perilous’: Europe Encouraged To Ration Gas Supplies Ahead Of Winter
‘Especially Perilous’: Europe Encouraged To Ration Gas Supplies Ahead Of Winter Jack McEvoy on July 18, 2022 The International Energy Agency (IEA) is calling for …
Winter Park Man Sentenced To 25 Years In Federal Prison For Producing And Distributing Sexually Explicit Photos Of Young Children
Orlando, FL – U.S. District Judge Wendy Berger today sentenced Kelly Brown (41, Winter Park) to 25 years in federal prison for producing sexually explicit …
EU plans first joint gas buying before winter
By Kate Abnett BRUSSELS – The European Union plans to start jointly buying gas before winter, the bloc’s energy policy chief said on Monday, as …
As COVID restrictions ended, a busy winter for asylum-seekers at the Canada border
By Anna Mehler Paperny TORONTO – Snowy northern winters tend to see a drop in asylum-seekers crossing from the United States into Canada at Roxham …
Germany approves law mandating full gas storage before winter
By Vera Eckert and Markus Wacket BERLIN – The Bundestag lower house on Friday approved legislation requiring Germany’s privately-operated gas storage facilities to be full …
Winter Storm Expected To Turn Into Bomb Cyclone
Winter Storm Expected To Turn Into Bomb Cyclone Harry Wilmerding on March 11, 2022 A winter storm is expected to turn into a bomb cyclone …
Winter storm grips U.S. Northeast with mix of heavy snow, freezing rain
– An intense winter storm will dump a mix of heavy snow and freezing rain on the U.S. Northeast on Friday, creating dangerous travel conditions …
New Jersey Forest Fire Service Says Prescribed Burns in Winter and Spring Prevent Large Forest Fires in Summer and Fall
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Tis the season of controlled and prescribed burns. You might notice the smell of smoke in your neighborhood across wooded areas …
Two winter systems blast the U.S. with heavy snow, gusty winds
By Brendan O’Brien CHICAGO – Two major winter storms will dump heavy snow and blow fierce winds in the Midwest, New England and Southwestern United …
Grady Judd details story of of Winter Haven burglar’s capture
by Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd A deputy had been doggedly trying to find two suspects who were wanted for a burglary case last month, …
EU wants to make countries fill gas storage before winter – draft
By Kate Abnett BRUSSELS – The European Union wants to require countries to fill natural gas storage ahead of each winter, to help bolster stocks …
Winter storm, packing heavy snow and rain, sweeps across eastern U.S
By Brendan O’Brien CHICAGO – A powerful winter storm was barreling through the eastern half of the United States on Thursday, bringing a variety of …
When she had the chance, she just did it, but prison escapee’s winter break ends with capture in Palm Coast
PALM COAST, FL – When Brittni Pozza had the chance to escape from custody back in December, she just did it. She jumped her way …
CRYPTOVERSE-After bitcoin ‘winter’, investors hunt risk in virtual worlds
By Medha Singh and Lisa Pauline Mattackal – As bitcoin drifts towards mainstream maturity in 2022, daring crypto investors are eyeing up new sources of …
Olympics-China to boost supply of Winter Games panda mascot souvenirs
By Muyu Xu and Karolos Grohmann BEIJING – China will increase the supply of merchandise featuring “Bing Dwen Dwen”, the panda mascot of the Beijing …
Olympics-Snowboarding-Proud Kiwi Sadowski-Synnott bags New Zealand’s first Winter Games gold
By Mari Saito and Winni Zhou ZHANGJIAKOU, China -Zoi Sadowski-Synnott of New Zealand said she was a “proud Kiwi” after winning gold in the women’s …
Olympics-S.Korea irked over ‘Korean traditional dress’ in Beijing Winter Games ceremony
SEOUL -South Korean politicians and activists criticised what they called China’s “cultural appropriation”, after a woman appearing to be wearing Korean traditional dress appeared among …
POLL: Democrats More Concerned About COVID Outbreak At Winter Olympics Than China’s Human Rights Violations
A new Axios-Momentive poll released Friday showed that Democrats are more concerned about a COVID-19 outbreak at the Winter Olympics than China’s human rights violations. …
Putin arrives in Beijing for Winter Olympics with gas supply deal for China
BEIJING – Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing on Friday for the 2022 Winter Olympics and a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, bringing …
Prolonged storm delivers winter misery to central U.S
By Brendan O’Brien CHICAGO – A massive winter storm walloped the central United States with heavy snow, freezing rain and gusty winds on Wednesday, threatening …
As winter storm incoming, Berkeley Township reminds residents of street parking restrictions
BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – Whenever snow has fallen and the accumulation is such that it covers the streets, an emergency shall exist and no vehicle …
Berkeley Township Mayor Carmen Amato advises residents to be mindful of possible weekend winter storm
BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – Berkeley Township Mayor Carmen Amato said today residents in town should take notice of a possible weekend winter storm and to …
East Coast Hit With Power Outages After Massive Winter Storm Hit Region
A winter storm hit parts of the East Coast, dumping huge amounts of snow and leaving hundreds of thousands without power, multiple sources reported. Over …
Analysis: Democrats In DC Brace For Two Winter Storms As Voting Bills Near Certain Failure
As Washington, D.C., prepares for its second winter storm in as many weeks, Democrats in Congress are all-in on their bid to pass their voting …
Joe Biden says “Winter of Death” coming to America if you’re unvaccinated
WASHINGTON, DC – President Joe Biden promised to defeat COVID-19, but despite a record vaccination rollout nationwide, the virus is beating him. Now, instead of …
Police thwart university school shooting planned for final day before winter break
DAYTONA BEACH, FL- The Daytona Beach Police Department (DBPD) arrested an Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) student for plotting to shoot up the campus on the …
$150K win on 25x Winter Winnings sold in Lebanon
LEBANON, OHIO – Sue Higgins of Lebanon is enjoying an early holiday treat after winning $150,000 playing the Ohio Lottery’s $5 scratch-off, 25x Winter Winnings. https://www.ohiolottery.com/Games/ScratchOffs/$5-Games/25X-Winter-Winnings Sue will …
Mercer County skating center now open for winter skating
WEST WINDSOR — Mercer County’s public ice skating center offers a fun, affordable activity for people of all ages. Located at Mercer County Park, the …
Phil Murphy says as winter approaches, get your COVID-19 booster shot, even if you’re not sure about your eligibility
With the efficacy of the COVID-19 double dose vaccines wearing down after just six months, today, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy once again advised senior …
Winter Haven Man Sentenced To Federal Prison For Theft Of Government Funds
Tampa, Florida – U.S. District Judge Steven D. Merryday today sentenced Daniel Brooke (49, Winter Haven) to six months in federal prison, followed by two …
Police warn beachgoers as black bears fatten up for their winter slumber
PORT ST. JOE, FL – Police in St. Joe are warning beachgoers that bears are being attracted to the beaches and have been spotted going …
Two Men Plead Guilty to Federal Firearm and Drug Trafficking Charges Stemming from Their Participation in a Winter Shootout at a New Orleans Hotel
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced today, that CHRIS ROSS, age 20 from Slidell and TREJON HOWARD, age 20 from New …