A new levee failure in King County, Washington, prompted new evacuation orders in the Seattle suburbs early Tuesday morning, following rounds of heavy rain.

After last week's record river flooding in Washington state, more atmospheric rivers are taking aim at the West Coast this week, set to bring heavy rain, mountain snow to Oregon and California, too.

As bitterly cold temperatures and snow kept many people indoors, a tiny kitten was suffering outside in Melville, New York. The kitten, apparently separated from its mom and siblings, mewed in distress until someone came to the rescue. See how a good Samaritan saved the feline.

Ever wonder how Hallmark Christmas movies transform sun-soaked streets into sparkling winter wonderlands? Producer Andrew Gernhard reveals the mix of old-school techniques, digital effects and on-the-fly weather tricks that make every scene feel cozy, festive and perfectly snowy — no matter the season.

Let’s face it — animals can make us laugh, and sometimes, a photographer is in the right place at the right time. This contest celebrates those moments. Join us as we help reveal the Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards 2025 funniest animal photo of the year.