Snowstorms lead to Hawaii receiving blizzard warnings

Snowstorms lead to Hawaii receiving blizzard warnings

Hawaii has been surprised by heavy snowfall over the last few days.Time-lapse footage filmed by the Canada France Hawaii Telescope shows a snow storm on Mauna Kea, Hawaii’s highest point.The access road to the top of the mountain had to closed because of snow and dangerous fog. Dec 4, 2016
Austrian election a worrying example of how polarised world politics has become

Austrian election a worrying example of how polarised world politics has become

The Austrian presidential election between Alexander Van der Bellen and Norbert Hofer will take place on 4 December. Should he win, Hofer, from the right-wing Freedom Party of Austria, founded by Nazi sympathisers, would become the first far-right leader of a major European country for decades. IBTimes UK spoke to Professor Matthew Goodwin, a visiting senior fellow at Chatham House and expert on the right in Europe, about the election and what it means for the rise of populism across the continent. Dec 2, 2016
Freedom Party of Austria: The countrys far-right party explained

Freedom Party of Austria: The countrys far-right party explained

The alt-right party founded by Nazi’s in the 50’s was a successor the the League of Independents – a nationalist party representing the interests of the Nazis.It is a member of the Europe of Nations and Freedom group in the European Parliament. The presidential vote on 4 December is said to be a test of European right-wing nationalism in the wake of Donald Trump’s win Dec 1, 2016
Terrified truck drivers have window smashed in during unbelievable road rage attack

Terrified truck drivers have window smashed in during unbelievable road rage attack

Two lorry drivers were left terrified after a truck driver climbed on top of their vehicle and smashed their front window in with a spade. Greater Manchester Police released the startling footage in an attempt to trace the man responsible for the attack. PC John Cavanagh said the attack was unbelievable and appealed for witnesses. Nov 30, 2016
At least three die in Panama as Hurricane Otto sweeps through central America

At least three die in Panama as Hurricane Otto sweeps through central America

Hurricane Otto has killed at least three people and left five others missing in Panama on 23 November. Rains from the storm caused landslides, destroying houses and trapping people inside. Nicaragua and Costa Rica are also bracing from impact from Otto, as it is expected to make landfall on 24 November. Nov 24, 2016