Arctic blast breaks US wind-chill record
Extreme weather warnings covering several million people are in effect across much of New England, Quebec and eastern Canada.
First US winter storm of 2023 brings snow, sleet and tornado threat
Tornado watches and severe thunderstorm warnings were in effect across much of Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Georgia, along with flood watches posted along the southern fringe of that zone.
'Hawkeye' actor Jeremy Renner in critical condition after snowplough accident
The truck-sized vehicle he was using to plough snow after a winter storm ran over his leg, reports say.
US airline pummelled by winter storm promises refunds amid 'certain' financial impact
The US government has called Southwest Airlines' meltdown a system failure and vows action.
US winter storm death toll rises to 61
Victims have been found outside, in homes and in cars.
US digs out from monster storm as death toll passes 50
US President Joe Biden has approved an emergency declaration for New York state, freeing up funds to help it recover from the disaster.
'Blizzard of the century' leaves nearly 50 dead across US
In New York state, authorities have described ferocious conditions, with bodies being discovered in vehicles and under snow banks, and emergency personnel going 'car to car' searching for more motorists – alive or dead.
'Epic' winter storm wallops US, leaving 1.5 million without power
Heavy snow, howling winds and air so frigid it instantly turned boiling water into ice took hold of much of the nation, including normally temperate southern states.
Ukrainians brace for blackouts, hard winter after Russia pummels power grid
Russian missiles and drones struck Ukrainian targets 128 times over three days, hitting 28 energy installations, the Ukraine government says.
Britons turn to electric blankets and candles as winter looms
Market research released shows that grocery inflation hit another new record of 13.9% in September, deepening the cost-of-living crisis, while data shows people are investing in items to help them save cash.
Indian capital gears up to tackle air pollution ahead of winter
High pollution is an annual sore point for Delhi, when several people are put to risk due to a high concentration of tiny airborne particles, especially in October and November.
Europe bracing for mobile network blackouts, sources say
Telecoms industry officials say they fear a severe winter will put Europe's telecoms infrastructure to the test, forcing companies and governments to try to mitigate the impact.
