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China: Mysterious Ink-Like Shadow Filmed Expanding in Shaanxi Sky

On May 6, 2026, in Shaanxi, a video recorded a strange dark shadow appearing in the sky. After a plane flew past, the black shape gradually spread outward above the filmer. The shadow expanded through the sky like spilled ink, creating an unusual and unclear visual effect. It did not immediately resemble a common cloud shape. Chinese viewers discussed possible explanations in the comments. Some guessed it might be a swarm of flying insects, while others questioned whether the video had been made with AI.

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Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) Holds Press Conference on Partnership with Google

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) holds a press conference on its partnership with Google. The photo shows Tomoko Mikami, Representative of Google Cloud Japan.=May 7,2026,Tokyo

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Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) Holds Press Conference on Partnership with Google

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) holds a press conference on its partnership with Google. The photo shows, from left to right, Tadashi Yamamoto, Senior Managing Executive Officer of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Head of the Retail and Digital Business Division, and Group CDTO, and Tomoko Mikami, Representative of Google Cloud Japan.=May 7,2026,Tokyo

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Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) Holds Press Conference on Partnership with Google

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) holds a press conference on its partnership with Google. The photo shows Tomoko Mikami, Representative of Google Cloud Japan.=May 7,2026,Tokyo

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Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) Holds Press Conference on Partnership with Google

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) holds a press conference on its partnership with Google. The photo shows, from left to right, Tadashi Yamamoto, Senior Managing Executive Officer of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Head of the Retail and Digital Business Division, and Group CDTO, and Tomoko Mikami, Representative of Google Cloud Japan.=May 7,2026,Tokyo

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Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) Holds Press Conference on Partnership with Google

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) holds a press conference on its partnership with Google. The photo shows, from left to right, Tadashi Yamamoto, Senior Managing Executive Officer of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Head of the Retail and Digital Business Division, and Group CDTO, and Tomoko Mikami, Representative of Google Cloud Japan.=May 7,2026,Tokyo

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US: Funnel Cloud Spotted in Russell, Arkansas

A funnel cloud was spotted in Russell, Arkansas on Sunday, May 10.

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US: Spectacular Mammatus Clouds Spotted Over Texas Amid Severe Storm Threat

Spectacular mammatus clouds were reported outside Brownwood, Texas on Sunday, May 10, as a severe thunderstorm watch with tennis ball-sized hail and tornado threats swept across central Texas.

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US: Apparent Tornado Caught on Video in Cleburne, Texas During Severe Storm

What appeared to be a tornado was captured on video in Cleburne, Texas on Tuesday, April 28 as severe storms prompted a tornado warning for Johnson and Hill counties.

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US: Dramatic Cloud Formation Spotted in Kentucky Ahead of Severe Storm System

A dramatic cloud formation was spotted in Kentucky on Monday, April 27 as several rounds of storms swept through the state.

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US: Dramatic Cloud Formation Spotted in Kentucky Ahead of Severe Storm System 2

A dramatic cloud formation was spotted in Kentucky on Monday, April 27 as several rounds of storms swept through the state.

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China: Rare Circular Cloud Formation Spotted Over Inner Mongolia

On April 23, 2026, in Inner Mongolia, a video captured a rare circular cloud formation suspended high in the sky. The phenomenon looked almost artificial from a distance, adding to its striking visual impact.

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US: Ominous Shelf Cloud Looms Over Bowling Green, Kentucky

An ominous shelf cloud loomed over Bowling Green, Kentucky on Thursday, April 16, amid a Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for the area.

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Mexico: Smoke Spreads Through Perisur Mall, Prompting Emergency Evacuation

Smoke filled the Perisur shopping mall in Mexico City on Friday, April 3, after a gas anomaly was detected, prompting emergency services to mobilize and dozens of shoppers and employees to evacuate. Workers activated a fire extinguisher to address the incident, but the chemical agent released a dense cloud of white smoke that spread through the mall, causing panic among visitors.

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US: Possible Tornado Spotted in Tazewell County as Severe Storms Batter Central Illinois

The National Weather Service issued tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings as severe storms swept through Central Illinois for a second straight night on Friday, April 3, bringing tornado sightings, hail, and flash flooding to the region. This video shows a possible tornado spotted in Delavan, Tazewell County.

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China: Tourists Watch in Fear as Avalanche Roars Through Scenic Area in Sichuan

On March 29, 2026, tourists at Daocheng Yading in Sichuan, China, witnessed a powerful avalanche. Snow collapsed off a mountain and strong winds carried a massive white cloud across the landscape toward the lake.

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US: Huge Shelf Cloud Spotted in Northeast Ohio

A massive shelf cloud was spotted in Northeast Ohio on Tuesday evening, March 31, as powerful storms swept across the region.

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Google Cloud signboard and logo

Google Cloud signboard and logo=March 23,2026,Tokyo

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Google Cloud signboard and logo

Google Cloud signboard and logo=March 23,2026,Tokyo

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Google Cloud signboard and logo

Google Cloud signboard and logo=March 23,2026,Tokyo

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US: Massive Shelf Cloud Spotted Over Missouri Under Tornado Watch

A massive shelf cloud was spotted over Wentzville, Missouri, on Sunday, March 15, as a line of severe thunderstorms brought strong winds and a risk for tornadoes to the area.

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US: SpaceX Falcon 9 Launch Creates “Jellyfish Cloud”

An early morning SpaceX Falcon 9 launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station created a glowing “space jellyfish” effect over Florida on March 4, 2026. The phenomenon occurred when sunlight illuminated the rocket’s high-altitude exhaust plume before sunrise, producing a colorful, jellyfish-like cloud. The rocket successfully carried 29 Starlink satellites into orbit, and its booster landed safely at sea.

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US: Time-Lapse Captures SpaceX “Jellyfish” Cloud

An early morning SpaceX Falcon 9 launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station created a glowing “space jellyfish” effect over Florida on March 4, 2026. The phenomenon occurred when sunlight illuminated the rocket’s high-altitude exhaust plume before sunrise, producing a colorful, jellyfish-like cloud. The rocket successfully carried 29 Starlink satellites into orbit, and its booster landed safely at sea.

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US: Large Tornado Spotted Over Carlisle as Severe Weather Strikes Indiana

Multiple tornadoes were spotted in East Central Illinois and Indiana on Thursday, February 19, as severe weather impacted the region. This video shows a large tornado spotted over Carlisle in Sullivan County, Indiana.

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US: Sirens Blare as Storms Trigger Tornado Watch Across Southern Indiana 4

Much of southern Indiana, including Indianapolis, was under a tornado watch Thursday evening, February 19, with at least 12 warnings issued as severe storms moved through the region. Storm damage was reported in Bloomington, where homes, a bank, and the county airport sustained damage, and power outages and downed lines were reported. The video was shot from the Echo Park apartments on the south side of Bloomington, looking north.

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US: Sirens Blare as Storms Trigger Tornado Watch Across Southern Indiana

Much of southern Indiana, including Indianapolis, was under a tornado watch Thursday evening, February 19, with at least 12 warnings issued as severe storms moved through the region. Storm damage was reported in Bloomington, where homes, a bank, and the county airport sustained damage, and power outages and downed lines were reported.

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US: Sirens Blare as Storms Trigger Tornado Watch Across Southern Indiana 2

Much of southern Indiana, including Indianapolis, was under a tornado watch Thursday evening, February 19, with at least 12 warnings issued as severe storms moved through the region. Storm damage was reported in Bloomington, where homes, a bank, and the county airport sustained damage, and power outages and downed lines were reported.

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US: Tornado Reported in Crawford County, Illinois as Severe Storms Strike

A tornado warning was issued Thursday, Feb. 19, for parts of east-central Illinois as severe storms moved through the region. A tornado was reportedly spotted in Crawford County, causing significant damage. Video from Robinson shows large hail falling and what appears to be a funnel cloud forming amid the intense storm.

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Japan: Brilliant Mpemba Effect Captured in Hokkaido Amid Massive Cold Wave

As a massive cold wave hit a wide area of Japan on Friday, January 23, social media footage from Hokkaido captured a brilliant display of the Mpemba effect. The video shows boiling water being thrown into the freezing air, where it instantly transforms into a shimmering cloud of ice crystals.

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China: Rare Rainbow-Colored Clouds Seen Above Xinjiang Ski Resort

A video captured a striking display of rainbow-colored clouds over a ski resort in Altay, Xinjiang, China, on January 11, 2026. Bands of red, orange, yellow, green, blue and purple stretched across the winter sky above the snow-covered slopes as skiers paused to watch the rare phenomenon. The shimmering clouds lingered on the horizon, creating a surreal contrast with the white mountains below.

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VOLLEY - Serie A1 Femminile - Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley

Anna Bardaro (Cuneo) during Volley Italian Championship Serie A Women 2025/26 match between Numia VeroVolley Milano and Honda Cuneo Granda Volley at Allianz Cloud, Milano, Italy on January 20, 2026 during Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley, Volleyball Italian Serie A1 Women match in Milan, Italy, January 20 2026

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VOLLEY - Serie A1 Femminile - Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley

Anna Danesi (VeroVolley Milano) during Volley Italian Championship Serie A Women 2025/26 match between Numia VeroVolley Milano and Honda Cuneo Granda Volley at Allianz Cloud, Milano, Italy on January 20, 2026 during Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley, Volleyball Italian Serie A1 Women match in Milan, Italy, January 20 2026

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VOLLEY - Serie A1 Femminile - Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley

Paola Egonu (VeroVolley Milano) at service during Volley Italian Championship Serie A Women 2025/26 match between Numia VeroVolley Milano and Honda Cuneo Granda Volley at Allianz Cloud, Milano, Italy on January 20, 2026 during Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley, Volleyball Italian Serie A1 Women match in Milan, Italy, January 20 2026

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VOLLEY - Serie A1 Femminile - Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley

Paola Egonu (VeroVolley Milano) during Volley Italian Championship Serie A Women 2025/26 match between Numia VeroVolley Milano and Honda Cuneo Granda Volley at Allianz Cloud, Milano, Italy on January 20, 2026 during Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley, Volleyball Italian Serie A1 Women match in Milan, Italy, January 20 2026

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VOLLEY - Serie A1 Femminile - Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley

Paola Egonu (VeroVolley Milano) during Volley Italian Championship Serie A Women 2025/26 match between Numia VeroVolley Milano and Honda Cuneo Granda Volley at Allianz Cloud, Milano, Italy on January 20, 2026 during Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley, Volleyball Italian Serie A1 Women match in Milan, Italy, January 20 2026

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VOLLEY - Serie A1 Femminile - Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley

Khalia Lanier (VeroVolley Milano) during Volley Italian Championship Serie A Women 2025/26 match between Numia VeroVolley Milano and Honda Cuneo Granda Volley at Allianz Cloud, Milano, Italy on January 20, 2026 during Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley, Volleyball Italian Serie A1 Women match in Milan, Italy, January 20 2026

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VOLLEY - Serie A1 Femminile - Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley

Rebecca Piva (VeroVolley Milano) during Volley Italian Championship Serie A Women 2025/26 match between Numia VeroVolley Milano and Honda Cuneo Granda Volley at Allianz Cloud, Milano, Italy on January 20, 2026 during Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley, Volleyball Italian Serie A1 Women match in Milan, Italy, January 20 2026

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VOLLEY - Serie A1 Femminile - Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley

Spike of Paola Egonu (VeroVolley Milano) during Volley Italian Championship Serie A Women 2025/26 match between Numia VeroVolley Milano and Honda Cuneo Granda Volley at Allianz Cloud, Milano, Italy on January 20, 2026 during Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley, Volleyball Italian Serie A1 Women match in Milan, Italy, January 20 2026

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VOLLEY - Serie A1 Femminile - Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley

Jessica Rivero (Cuneo) during Volley Italian Championship Serie A Women 2025/26 match between Numia VeroVolley Milano and Honda Cuneo Granda Volley at Allianz Cloud, Milano, Italy on January 20, 2026 during Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley, Volleyball Italian Serie A1 Women match in Milan, Italy, January 20 2026

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VOLLEY - Serie A1 Femminile - Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley

Khalia Lanier (VeroVolley Milano) during Volley Italian Championship Serie A Women 2025/26 match between Numia VeroVolley Milano and Honda Cuneo Granda Volley at Allianz Cloud, Milano, Italy on January 20, 2026 during Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley, Volleyball Italian Serie A1 Women match in Milan, Italy, January 20 2026

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VOLLEY - Serie A1 Femminile - Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley

Rebecca Piva (VeroVolley Milano) on defense during Volley Italian Championship Serie A Women 2025/26 match between Numia VeroVolley Milano and Honda Cuneo Granda Volley at Allianz Cloud, Milano, Italy on January 20, 2026 during Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley, Volleyball Italian Serie A1 Women match in Milan, Italy, January 20 2026

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VOLLEY - Serie A1 Femminile - Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley

Noemi Signorile (Cuneo) during Volley Italian Championship Serie A Women 2025/26 match between Numia VeroVolley Milano and Honda Cuneo Granda Volley at Allianz Cloud, Milano, Italy on January 20, 2026 during Numia Vero Volley Milano vs Cuneo Granda Volley, Volleyball Italian Serie A1 Women match in Milan, Italy, January 20 2026

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Hainan Science and Technology Museum - China

People visit the Hainan Science and Technology Museum in Haikou, south China's Hainan Province, January 15, 2026. The Hainan Science and Technology Museum has recently kicked off trial operation, drawing numerous families and science fans to explore the immersive and hands-on exhibits there. A brand-new landmark for science popularization in the Hainan Free Trade Port, the museum in a spiraling "auspicious cloud" design boasts a total construction area of approximately 46,500 square meters. It highlights Hainan's advantages in innovation, showcases local technological achievements, and reflects the integration of ecology and technology. Photo by Xinhua/Zhang Liyun/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hainan Science and Technology Museum - China

This photo taken on January 15, 2026 shows an exterior view of the Hainan Science and Technology Museum in Haikou, south China's Hainan Province. The Hainan Science and Technology Museum has recently kicked off trial operation, drawing numerous families and science fans to explore the immersive and hands-on exhibits there. A brand-new landmark for science popularization in the Hainan Free Trade Port, the museum in a spiraling "auspicious cloud" design boasts a total construction area of approximately 46,500 square meters. It highlights Hainan's advantages in innovation, showcases local technological achievements, and reflects the integration of ecology and technology. Photo by Xinhua/Zhang Liyun/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hainan Science and Technology Museum - China

People explore the simulation module of China's space station at the Hainan Science and Technology Museum in Haikou, south China's Hainan Province, January 15, 2026. The Hainan Science and Technology Museum has recently kicked off trial operation, drawing numerous families and science fans to explore the immersive and hands-on exhibits there. A brand-new landmark for science popularization in the Hainan Free Trade Port, the museum in a spiraling "auspicious cloud" design boasts a total construction area of approximately 46,500 square meters. It highlights Hainan's advantages in innovation, showcases local technological achievements, and reflects the integration of ecology and technology. Photo by Xinhua/Zhang Liyun/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hainan Science and Technology Museum - China

A drone photo taken on January 15, 2026 shows an exterior view of the Hainan Science and Technology Museum in Haikou, south China's Hainan Province. The Hainan Science and Technology Museum has recently kicked off trial operation, drawing numerous families and science fans to explore the immersive and hands-on exhibits there. A brand-new landmark for science popularization in the Hainan Free Trade Port, the museum in a spiraling "auspicious cloud" design boasts a total construction area of approximately 46,500 square meters. It highlights Hainan's advantages in innovation, showcases local technological achievements, and reflects the integration of ecology and technology. Photo by Xinhua/Zhang Liyun/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hainan Science and Technology Museum - China

People visit the Hainan Science and Technology Museum in Haikou, south China's Hainan Province, January 15, 2026. The Hainan Science and Technology Museum has recently kicked off trial operation, drawing numerous families and science fans to explore the immersive and hands-on exhibits there. A brand-new landmark for science popularization in the Hainan Free Trade Port, the museum in a spiraling "auspicious cloud" design boasts a total construction area of approximately 46,500 square meters. It highlights Hainan's advantages in innovation, showcases local technological achievements, and reflects the integration of ecology and technology. Photo by Xinhua/Zhang Liyun/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hainan Science and Technology Museum - China

A drone photo taken on January 15, 2026 shows an exterior view of the Hainan Science and Technology Museum in Haikou, south China's Hainan Province. The Hainan Science and Technology Museum has recently kicked off trial operation, drawing numerous families and science fans to explore the immersive and hands-on exhibits there. A brand-new landmark for science popularization in the Hainan Free Trade Port, the museum in a spiraling "auspicious cloud" design boasts a total construction area of approximately 46,500 square meters. It highlights Hainan's advantages in innovation, showcases local technological achievements, and reflects the integration of ecology and technology. Photo by Xinhua/Zhang Liyun/ABACAPRESS.COM

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UK: Pink Sky Baffles Residents in Birmingham During Winter Storm

Residents in and around Birmingham were puzzled on Thursday, January 8 when the sky turned neon pink during severe winter weather brought by Storm Goretti, sparking speculation on social media that it could be the Northern Lights. The phenomenon was later explained as light from pink LED grow lights at Birmingham City Football Club’s stadium, amplified by falling snow and thick cloud that made the sky highly reflective. Similar sightings were reported in nearby areas as the storm triggered multiple weather warnings across the UK.

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Spain: Several Waterspouts Spotted Off Mazarrón as One Makes Landfall 2

Several waterspouts were spotted off the coast of Mazarrón, Murcia, on Sunday, December 28, with at least one making landfall and tearing through the local port. The violent winds damaged several vessels and destroyed restaurant terraces, though authorities confirmed there were no injuries.