SUMMARY: The St. Johns County Ocean and Fishing Pier in St. Augustine Beach has reopened after being closed for months due to damage assessment following a shoreline restoration project. The pier was shut in August 2024 after drone footage revealed damage to its pillars. While the pier is now accessible, the final 100 feet remain closed for ongoing restoration work. The county is selling passes for fishing and sightseeing, and previously sold annual passes will be extended by seven months. Mayor Dylan Rumrell expressed excitement over the return of visitors, emphasizing the pier’s importance for local tourism.

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SUMMARY: A winter storm in the South caused school closures, power outages, and flight disruptions. By Sunday, warmer weather helped melt snow and ice, with power restored in parts of North and South Carolina. In Atlanta, 1,000 flights were delayed or canceled, but by Sunday morning, roads, parking lots, and runways were cleared. Power was restored to 97% of Georgia Power customers. The storm, which brought heavy snow and freezing rain, impacted Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and other areas. Some places, including schools and churches, remained closed as icy conditions persisted, while the weather slowly improved.

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SUMMARY: Germany’s Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock emphasized the need to maintain sanctions on Syrian officials involved in war crimes but advocated for a “smart approach” to aid the Syrian population following the overthrow of President Bashar Assad. Germany announced €50 million in humanitarian aid. European leaders seek an inclusive government in Syria, with involvement from all religious and ethnic groups, including women. Turkey pledged support for Syria’s reintegration into the international community. The U.S. eased some restrictions, authorizing transactions with the Syrian government. With Assad ousted, new authorities aim for international assistance to rebuild Syria’s infrastructure and economy.

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