Despite a winter storm that blanketed parts of southern Indiana with more than a foot of snow, ski resorts like Paoli Peaks remain under pressure. Warmer overall winters pose a growing challenge to the state’s ski industry, testing its ability to thrive in changing conditions.

A sudden snowstorm last Friday brought winter back to town, offering a quick blast of cold and reminding residents of the season’s familiar grip. Though short-lived, the storm evoked a sense of nostalgia for columnist Tony Vagneur, who reflected on the timing and the way renewed snowfall can make old bones feel right at home.

A fierce snowstorm on Mount Everest in Tibet has left hundreds of hikers stranded at a tourist camp during China’s national holiday. Local rescue workers are rushing to evacuate those caught in treacherous conditions after sudden heavy snowfall.