Cyclone Chido wreaked havoc on Mayotte, a French Indian Ocean territory, killing 14 and injuring 255 people. The strongest storm in 90+ years destroyed shantytowns, uprooted trees, and damaged infrastructure, leaving over 15,000 homes without power. Hospitals, schools, and airports sustained severe damage. Rescue efforts are underway, with 160 soldiers and firefighters reinforcing the response. Acting Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau described the devastation as "apocalyptic," noting it may take days to confirm the full toll. The cyclone later struck Mozambique, affecting communication and threatening 1.7M people across the region, as climate change continues to fuel extreme weather events.

Delhi shivered through a biting cold wave on Sunday as the minimum temperature dropped to 4.9°C, marking the city's third cold snap this week. Safdarjung recorded the sharpest dip of 3°C in 24 hours, while Palam reported 6.2°C. This follows Thursday’s season-low of 4.5°C. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts continued cold wave conditions across northern states, including Punjab and Haryana. Meanwhile, Delhi’s air quality worsened, with the AQI rising to 246 in the 'poor' category. Localities like Anand Vihar and Bawana recorded higher AQI levels, crossing 290. Shelter homes are seeing an influx as residents seek refuge from the chill.

Delhi recorded its coldest December day in three years, with Pusa area hitting 3.2°C on Thursday. The city’s minimum temperature dropped to 4.5°C, and similar cold wave conditions are expected through the weekend. The IMD predicts temperatures around 4°C on Friday, with mist or smog in the morning and evening. Cold waves have also been reported in Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, and parts of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. Dense fog is likely in Bihar, Sikkim, and northeastern states. The IMD forecasts a gradual drop in temperatures across East India and a slight rise in West India over the next five days.

Parts of the UK may experience snow starting Monday, December 16. Northern Scotland and parts of northern England are likely to see significant snowfall, especially in higher areas. London, Birmingham, and Manchester may face rain instead, but frosty conditions could still affect these regions later in the week. By December 21, much of the UK is expected to see some snow, with Scotland hit hardest. While hopes for a White Christmas are rising, forecasters say it is still too early to confirm snow on December 25. Weather predictions will become clearer in the coming days.

Delhi recorded its coldest morning of the season on Thursday, with temperatures dropping to 4.5°C, according to the India Meteorological Department. Cold wave conditions, which began on December 11, are expected to last until December 13. This is the first time in 14 years that temperatures in early December have fallen below 5°C. Similar cold wave conditions have also been reported in parts of Rajasthan, with Sikar recording 1.5°C. A cold wave is defined when temperatures drop 4.5 to 6.4°C below normal, with severe cold wave conditions when the drop exceeds 6.4°C.

The UK could see a White Christmas this year, with the Met Office predicting sleet and snow between December 24 and January 7. Snow is more likely on higher ground in the north, while London and southern areas may experience settled conditions. Meteorologists caution that the forecast remains uncertain and clearer predictions will emerge five days before Christmas. Historically, snow has fallen on Christmas Day in about half of the years since 1960, though widespread snowy landscapes are rare. The forecast follows disruptions caused by Storm Darragh, which left 24,000 homes without power earlier this week.

Delhi’s air quality worsened to the ‘poor’ category on Tuesday, with an AQI of 224 at 8 am. The average AQI rose to 229, up from 186 on Monday. The minimum temperature dropped to 8°C, two degrees below normal, and is expected to dip further to 6°C by Thursday. Meteorologists attribute the drop in temperature to cold northwesterly winds and fresh snowfall in the mountains. Delhi also recorded its lowest maximum temperature of the season at 21.6°C on Monday. Of 38 air monitoring stations, 28 reported poor air quality, while the rest recorded moderate levels.

Storm Darragh continues to disrupt the UK as over 50,000 homes and businesses remain without power. Gusts exceeding 90mph were recorded in multiple regions, including Wales and the South West, as the storm caused widespread damage. Engineers have been working tirelessly to restore power, with more than 1.5 million customers reconnected since the storm began. Tragically, two men were killed when trees fell on their vehicles in Birmingham and Lancashire. The National Grid is working to restore electricity, with engineers focused on affected areas in South Wales, the West Midlands, and beyond.

The Kanlaon volcano in the Philippines erupted on December 9, spewing a massive ash column 3,000 meters high. Located on Negros Island, the volcano emitted red-hot ashes and debris, prompting the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology to call for evacuations within a 6-kilometer radius. Officials warned of a potential escalation in eruptions as magmatic activity intensifies. Videos on social media captured the dramatic cauliflower-shaped ash plume. Kanlaon is among the Philippines' 24 active volcanoes and has shown heightened activity, with an earlier gas release in September displacing hundreds of residents. Authorities remain on high alert.

The Met Office issued a fresh yellow wind warning on Sunday for much of England and Wales, with gusts reaching up to 80mph. This comes after Storm Darragh caused widespread devastation, including two deaths and power cuts affecting 200,000 homes. Heavy rain and winds exceeding 90mph hit parts of the UK on Saturday, with the highest speed recorded at 96mph in Devon. Authorities warned of travel disruptions, fallen trees, and flooding as 50 flood warnings and 130 flood alerts remain in place. The dangerous conditions are expected to persist until 6 PM Sunday, urging millions to stay indoors.