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Ice melting fast

Reuters
Posted at Feb 19 10:23 PM

After record low temperatures brought by the phenomenon known as polar vortex, temperatures are on the rise as winter comes to a close. Read more »

In Norway, amidst endless snow and chasing the Northern Lights

Audrey Carpio
Updated as of Feb 12 08:56 AM

Perhaps the most elusive and ethereal of all natural phenomena, the aurora borealis is both the chase and capture of a lifetime. What happens if you blink and miss it? Read more »

Olympic dream turns to nightmare for South Korea's 'Garlic Girls'

Claire Lee, Reuters
Posted at Feb 08 01:31 PM

SEOUL - The South Korean women's curling team were the unexpected heroines of last year's Winter Olympics, but since their impressive run to the final they have endured a nightmare year. Read more »

Alpine skiing: Lindsey Vonn to retire after long-running injury woes

Agence France-Presse
Posted at Feb 02 04:21 AM

Lindsey Vonn, credited for 82 World Cup triumphs in an illustrious 19-year career, has struggled with persistent injuries this season. Read more »

Pinoys in US Midwest warned vs severe winter

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jan 30 11:57 PM

MANILA — Filipinos in the Midwest in the United States were urged to take extra precaution over the severe winter weather, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said Tuesday. Read more »

Mga Pinoy sa Amerika apektado ng winter storm

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jan 29 10:59 PM

Milyon-milyon ang apektado ng winter storm na nananalasa ngayon sa ilang bahagi ng Amerika. Read more »

TINGNAN: Cafe sa Pampanga 'sub-zero,' niyeyelo sa lamig

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jan 25 08:40 PM

Dahil sa isang cafe restaurant sa Angeles City, Pampanga, hindi na kinakailangang mag-book pa ng eroplano papunta sa ibang bansa para maranasan ang niyebe o snow.  Read more »

Niagara freezes over

Dronebase, Reuters
Posted at Jan 23 02:43 PM

An aerial photo taken over the American side of the world famous waterfall shows water flowing around ice due to subzero temperatures in Niagara Falls, New York, U.S. on Tuesday. Read more »

Take precaution: DFA warns Pinoys in US vs winter storm

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jan 20 09:42 PM

Filipinos in the midwest and northeast regions in the United States were urged to take caution of a winter storm expected to bring severe weather, the Department of Foreign Affairs said Sunday. Read more »

Snow storm hits Washington

Carlos Barria, Reuters
Posted at Jan 15 02:22 AM

Snow from winter storm Gia falls over the White House as the partial government shutdown becomes the longest in U.S. history in Washington on Sunday.  Read more »

Monster snowstorm to blanket more than half of United States

Peter Szekely and Andrew Hay, Reuters
Posted at Jan 12 11:32 AM

NEW YORK - A massive winter storm hit the US Rockies and Plains on Friday then punched east, with snow set to assault a 1,609-kilometer corridor through the weekend, creating transportation "havoc" in the middle of the country. Read more »

Winter storms batter large swaths of US

Nova Safo, Agence France-Presse
Posted at Dec 29 09:16 PM

More than 500 flight cancelations were reported Friday as the winter storm blanketed areas from the north central plains and the Midwest with eight to 12 inches of snow. Read more »

Winter in Japan: 10 things to do in Hokkaido

Kara Santos
Posted at Dec 29 10:36 AM

Known for its volcanoes, natural hot springs and ski resorts, Hokkaido offers a perfect winter holiday destination.  Read more »

Winter storms batter large swaths of US

Nova Safo, Agence France-Presse
Updated as of Dec 29 07:48 AM

CHICAGO - At least 3 deaths were attributed to severe weather in the US as heavy snow and high winds snarled air and ground transportation during a busy holiday travel period. Read more »

Planning a white Christmas? What to pack for a winter trip

Kara Santos
Posted at Dec 22 10:38 AM

Heading to a winter destination this Christmas season like South Korea or Hokkaido, Japan? Be sure to gear up with the right items to keep you warm and dry in subzero temperature.  Read more »

IN PHOTOS: Experience winter wonderland at this Pasay City attraction

Angelo G. Garcia
Posted at Dec 16 05:55 PM

Experiencing winter or snow is in every Filipino's bucket list. But for those who are still saving up to fly to that icy destination, there's a place here in Metro Manila where one can experience a white Christmas.  Read more »

Spending winter in Korea? Here are 8 places to visit

Tarra Quismundo, ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Dec 16 04:31 PM

With Filipinos’ fascination with Korean pop culture, more affordable travel packages, the excitement for snow, and the country’s relative proximity to the east Asian destination, there has been an uptrend in Philippine tourists coming to South Korea during winter. Read more »

Filipinos warming up to Korean winter

Tarra Quismundo, ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Dec 15 11:02 AM

An increasing number of Filipinos are traveling to South Korea to experience winter given the relatively more affordable tour packages.  Read more »

PH showcases products in Russian bazaar

Niel Caburnay Tero, ABS-CBN Europe News Bureau
Updated as of Dec 07 12:23 PM

MOSCOW, Russia - The Philippine Embassy in Moscow was among the 100 participants at the recently concluded 29th International Women’s Club (IWC) Winter Bazaar 2018 held at Radisson Hotel.   Read more »

How to keep warm in style: your winter travel checklist

Monchet Olives
Posted at Dec 07 10:42 AM

Because baby its cold outside. Read more »