Gas dispute halts Russian supply to Ukraine amid Europe risk
Russia stops gas sales to Ukraine over price dispute and begins reducing pressure on transit lines feeding Europe. Naftogaz confirms transmission reductions while Gazprom cites payment demands, raising fears of wider shortages across Europe as Ukraine faces March elections and political rivalries intensify.
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Second storm worsens California floods in wine country
A second major storm drenched Northern California on Sunday pushing the Napa River toward flood stage near St Helena and forcing evacuations on Twitchell Island. Levees breached in the Delta and near Collinsville prompted evacuations as cities like Guerneville remained under floodwater amid ongoing heavy rain and gusty winds.
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Fatal California Storm Yields First Death From Tree Fall
A man died when a tree fell in Vacaville amid a major storm in California. Flooding swamped Guerneville as the Russian River rose past flood stage while mudslides and rock slides closed Interstate 80 and other roads. About 50 people sought shelter and 175000 PG and E customers lost power as gusts reached 60 mph.
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Rain and snow hinder quake relief in Pakistan camps
In Muzaffarabad and surrounding areas, heavy rain and up to a foot of snow grounded helicopter aid and blocked roads. Survivors endure cold and dwindling supplies as UN and aid teams warn weather could worsen conditions for millions housed in tents since the October 8 quake.
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