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China: Sugar Glider Reacts Wildly to Fan for First Time

A pet sugar glider had a startled reaction to an electric fan for the first time in Beijing on July 4, 2026. As its owner held it in front of the fan to cool it down in the summer heat, the animal panicked, flailing its limbs and swinging its tail into its own face. Viewers found the reaction funny and noted that such pets require patience.

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US: Time-Lapse Shows Massive Smoke From Babylon Fire in Utah

This time-lapse, filmed on Monday, July 6, shows massive smoke rising from the Babylon Fire burning near Monticello, Utah. The fire grew to 101,073 acres and reached 11% containment by Wednesday, with more than 1,353 personnel deployed to fight it. Five structures have been destroyed, and the cause remains under investigation.

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US: Narrow Fire Breaks Out in Ladera Ranch Backyard Hills

A brush fire broke out in the backyard hills of Ladera Ranch, California, on Tuesday afternoon, July 7, prompting a rapid response from the Orange County Fire Authority, which deployed aircraft to drop fire retardant on the blaze. The fire, dubbed the Narrow Fire after nearby Narrow Canyon Road, was reported at around 4:45 p.m. and grew to about 5 acres before firefighters brought it under control by evening, with officials saying it did not threaten nearby homes.

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Spain: Smoke Rises From Wildfire Near Selvanera, Catalonia

Firefighters brought a wildfire under control near Selvanera in Torrefeta i Florejacs, in Catalonia's Segarra region, after it broke out Tuesday in an unharvested cereal field. The blaze, which burned an estimated 113.25 hectares, forced a lockdown of several municipalities that was lifted Tuesday afternoon.

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US: Volcano Fire Forces Evacuations in Riverside County, California 3

A brush fire dubbed the Volcano Fire broke out near Murrieta in Riverside County, California, on Tuesday afternoon, prompting evacuation orders and warnings as it burned through medium to heavy brush in the La Cresta area. The blaze was first reported at 2:50 p.m. near Via Volcano and Tenaja roads.

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US: Volcano Fire Forces Evacuations in Riverside County, California 2

A brush fire dubbed the Volcano Fire broke out near Murrieta in Riverside County, California, on Tuesday afternoon, prompting evacuation orders and warnings as it burned through medium to heavy brush in the La Cresta area. The blaze was first reported at 2:50 p.m. near Via Volcano and Tenaja roads.

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Spain: Truck Fire at Mercapalma Near Palma Airport Prompts Residents to Evacuate

A truck caught fire at the Mercapalma wholesale market in Palma de Mallorca, near Son Sant Joan Airport, on Monday, July 6, spreading to several other vehicles amid strong winds and dry conditions. The blaze reached a nearby settlement, prompting a precautionary evacuation, before firefighters brought it under control. Flight operations were not disrupted.

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US: Volcano Fire Forces Evacuations in Riverside County, California

A brush fire dubbed the Volcano Fire broke out near Murrieta in Riverside County, California, on Tuesday afternoon, prompting evacuation orders and warnings as it burned through medium to heavy brush in the La Cresta area. The blaze was first reported at 2:50 p.m. near Via Volcano and Tenaja roads. The video shows smoke filmed from a flight heading to Palm Springs.

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US: Claremont Fire Grows to 2,000 Acres in Boise Foothills, Idaho

A wildfire dubbed the Claremont Fire broke out near a residential street in the Boise Foothills on Monday afternoon, July 6, growing to an estimated 2,000 acres by evening as it spread north and northeast away from populated areas. Boise Fire Department officials said no structures were damaged and no injuries were reported, though hikers were ordered off nearby trails and the Bureau of Land Management closed public lands in the Foothills as air tankers and multiple agencies worked to contain the blaze.

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China: Pregnant Dog Rescues Drowning Bird Days Before Giving Birth

On June 8, 2026, in Xinxiang, Henan, a pregnant dog noticed a bird struggling in water while out for a walk and carefully helped it out, despite being less than 10 days from giving birth.

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Baseball: Padres vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani narrowly avoids a ball thrown by San Diego Padres pitcher Yuki Matsui (1) as catcher Luis Campusano tries to catch it during the sixth inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on July 5, 2026.

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Baseball: Padres vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani narrowly avoids a ball thrown by San Diego Padres pitcher Yuki Matsui (1) as catcher Luis Campusano tries to catch it during the sixth inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on July 5, 2026.

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Baseball: Padres vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) retrieves his bat after losing it during a swing in the third inning of a baseball game against the San Diego Padres at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on July 5, 2026.

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China: Waterspout Forms Over Qinghai Lake in Haibei Prefecture

On June 30, 2026, a towering waterspout was filmed rising from Qinghai Lake in Haibei Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, appearing to link the lake's surface with the sky above; local meteorologists attributed it to a small tornado passing over the water.

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China: Duck Carries Trapped Chicken to Safety on Its Back

On June 18, 2026, in Changsha, Hunan, a duck spotted a black chicken stuck on floating weeds near a reservoir wall and swam over to help. The duck let the chicken stand on its back and carried it toward the shore, waiting patiently until the chicken made it safely onto land.

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South Africa: Anti-Immigration Protests Erupt Across Major Cities 3

Protests erupted across South Africa's main cities on Tuesday, June 30, as demonstrators demanded that all undocumented migrants leave the country. It was described as the biggest migration-related protest in the country since 2008. In Johannesburg, thousands took to the streets, with the demonstration led by Ngizwe Mchunu. This video shows a protest in Pretoria.

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South Africa: Anti-Immigration Protests Erupt Across Major Cities 2

Protests erupted across South Africa's main cities on Tuesday, June 30, as demonstrators demanded that all undocumented migrants leave the country. It was described as the biggest migration-related protest in the country since 2008. In Johannesburg, thousands took to the streets, with the demonstration led by Ngizwe Mchunu.

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South Africa: Anti-Immigration Protests Erupt Across Major Cities

Protests erupted across South Africa's main cities on Tuesday, June 30, as demonstrators demanded that all undocumented migrants leave the country. It was described as the biggest migration-related protest in the country since 2008. In Johannesburg, tens of thousands took to the streets, with the demonstration led by Ngizwe Mchunu.

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China: Flash Flood Washes Away Farmhouse Bridge in Xinjiang

A flash flood swept away a small bridge connecting a farmhouse restaurant to its parking area in Xinjiang, China, as fast-moving muddy water overwhelmed the structure and carried sections of it downstream. The bridge was reportedly built by the restaurant's owner at his own expense to provide access to the parking area. Local authorities said no casualties were reported.

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US: Over One Million Join NYC Pride Parade With Mayor Mamdani Marching for First Time

New York City's annual Pride Parade drew over one million people on Sunday, June 28, with Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Governor Kathy Hochul leading the march. It was Mamdani's first Pride Parade since taking office.

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Spain: Wildfire Near Tamarite de Litera, Huesca, Forces Hundreds to Evacuate

A wildfire broke out near Tamarite de Litera, Huesca, on Thursday, June 25. It burned more than 4,000 hectares and forced the evacuation of hundreds of people. The blaze, believed to have been caused by agricultural machinery, remained uncontrolled as of Friday morning.

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China: Female Cockatiel Knocks Ladder Down, Sending Male Companion Tumbling

On March 30, 2026, in Guangdong, China, a female cockatiel pecked a ladder, knocking it over and sending her male companion tumbling to the ground.

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China: Man Catches Cat Falling From Building in Sichuan

On June 11, 2026, in Junlian, Yibin, Sichuan, a small cat was filmed dangling from the eaves of a building, unable to climb back up. A man on the street below positioned himself underneath and raised his arms in preparation. When the cat lost its grip and fell, he caught it in both hands before it hit the ground.

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US: Garred Road Fire Threatens Structures and State Park in Grant County, Washington

The Garred Road Fire broke out near Coulee City, Washington, on Sunday, June 21. It has grown to an estimated 3,500 acres, threatening structures, a state park campground, and wheat fields.

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China: Tourists Rescue Elderly Couple From Overturned Car in Tibet

On May 31, 2026, at a viewing platform along the Nujiang Grand Canyon in Baxu County, Chamdo, Tibet, passing tourists stopped to rescue a 70-year-old couple whose car had overturned during a self-driving trip. It took about 20 minutes to free the couple from the vehicle, who were then taken to hospital for treatment.

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New official car for Japanese prime minister

Photo taken on June 22, 2026, shows a Century SUV of Toyota Motor Corp. at the prime minister's office in Tokyo. It is a new official car for Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

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New official car for Japanese prime minister

Photo taken on June 22, 2026, shows a Century SUV of Toyota Motor Corp. at the prime minister's office in Tokyo. It is a new official car for Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

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New official car for Japanese prime minister

A Century SUV of Toyota Motor Corp. is pictured in front of the parliament building in Tokyo on June 22, 2026. It is a new official car for Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

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China: Black Cat Lounges on Windowsill in Human-Like Reclining Pose

A black cat was filmed on May 28 in Beijing sprawled across a sunlit windowsill in a pose strikingly similar to a person reclining in a chair. The cat appeared completely relaxed, stretching out its limbs as it basked in the sunlight.

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China: Rescuer Carefully Frees Duckling Trapped by Fishing Hook

A wild duckling entangled in fishing line and a hook was carefully freed by a rescuer in Inner Mongolia on June 10. The rescuer slowly approached the distressed bird, removed the barbed hook without causing further injury, and released it back into the water, where it swam off to rejoin its flock.

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Nissan unveils fully remodeled Kicks SUV

Nissan Motor Co. unveils the fully remodeled Kicks compact sport utility vehicle to the media in Tokyo on June 17, 2026, a day before it goes on sale.

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Nissan unveils fully remodeled Kicks SUV

Nissan Motor Co. unveils the fully remodeled Kicks compact sport utility vehicle to the media in Tokyo on June 17, 2026, a day before it goes on sale.

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Nissan unveils fully remodeled Kicks SUV

Nissan Motor Co. unveils the fully remodeled Kicks compact sport utility vehicle to the media in Tokyo on June 17, 2026, a day before it goes on sale.

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Nissan unveils fully remodeled Kicks SUV

Nissan Motor Co. unveils the fully remodeled Kicks compact sport utility vehicle to the media in Tokyo on June 17, 2026, a day before it goes on sale.

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China: Chimpanzee Trims Its Own Nails at Chongqing Wildlife Park

A chimpanzee at Chongqing Wildlife Park was filmed carefully trimming its own nails with a nail clipper on March 6, holding the tool in its right hand and focusing on its left little finger. The chimpanzee’s movements and facial expression looked very similar to those of a human. It appeared calm and focused while handling the nail clipper.

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China: Cat Kneads Contentedly on Patient Dog’s Back in Hubei

A black tabby cat was filmed lying on top of a yellow dog in Hubei province on May 24, kneading the dog's body while wagging its tail. The dog remained completely calm throughout, showing no sign of discomfort as the cat treated it like a cushion.

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China: Crab Appears to Make Heart Shape With Claws on Beach

On June 5, 2026, a video filmed on a muddy beach in Qingdao, Shandong, captured a crab that appeared to form a heart shape with its raised claws as it walked sideways across the tidal flat. The unusual posture made the small crustacean look like a living internet meme, drawing widespread amusement online.

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World Cup 2026 – US: Japan Supporters Clean Up Dallas Stadium After Netherlands Draw

Japanese fans continued their tradition of cleaning up the stadium after their team's 2-2 draw with the Netherlands at Dallas Stadium on Sunday, June 14. The practice stems from a Japanese cultural philosophy of leaving a place as it was found, a habit instilled from elementary school, and has been a hallmark of Japanese supporters at World Cup tournaments.

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China: Meerkat Falls off Wooden Post at Chengdu Zoo

A meerkat at the Chengdu Happy Valley animal exhibit in Sichuan province was caught on video sitting on a wooden post, its distinctive dark eye circles drawing attention from nearby visitors. The animal appeared calm as it watched the crowd. Without warning, it lost its balance and tumbled off the post to the ground, prompting laughter from onlookers.

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Japan launches H3 rocket

MINAMITANE, Japan, June 12 Kyodo - A Japanese H3 rocket lifts off from the Tanegashima Space Center in Kagoshima Prefecture, southwestern Japan, on June 12, 2026. It marked the country's first rocket launch powered solely by liquid-fuel engines. (Kyodo)

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[Breaking News]JAL Ohtani jet's final flight

Fukuoka, Japan, June 11 Kyodo - Video taken at Fukuoka airport on June 10, 2026, shows the "Dream Sho Jet" passenger plane, adorned with an image of Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani, before it made its final flight to Tokyo's Haneda airport. (Kyodo)

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China: Black Swan Pushes Woman’s Fallen Reflector Back to Shore in Yunnan

A black swan came to a woman's aid during a riverside photo shoot in Lijiang, Yunnan, on June 3, 2026, after her reflector accidentally fell into the water. When the woman called out to the bird, the swan swam toward the floating reflector and pushed it back to her. Bystanders were amused by the unexpected moment.

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Japan launches H3 rocket

A Japanese H3 rocket lifts off from the Tanegashima Space Center in Kagoshima Prefecture, southwestern Japan, on June 12, 2026. It marked the country's first rocket launch powered solely by liquid-fuel engines.

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Japan launches H3 rocket

People watch a Japanese H3 rocket lifting off from the Tanegashima Space Center in Kagoshima Prefecture, southwestern Japan, on June 12, 2026. It marked the first domestic rocket launch powered solely by liquid-fuel engines.

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Japan launches H3 rocket

People watch a Japanese H3 rocket lifting off from the Tanegashima Space Center in Kagoshima Prefecture, southwestern Japan, on June 12, 2026. It marked the first domestic rocket launch powered solely by liquid-fuel engines.

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Japan launches H3 rocket

A Japanese H3 rocket lifts off from the Tanegashima Space Center in Kagoshima Prefecture, southwestern Japan, on June 12, 2026. It marked the country's first rocket launch powered solely by liquid-fuel engines.

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Japan launches H3 rocket

A Japanese H3 rocket lifts off from the Tanegashima Space Center in Kagoshima Prefecture, southwestern Japan, on June 12, 2026. It marked the country's first rocket launch powered solely by liquid-fuel engines.

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Japan launches H3 rocket

A Japanese H3 rocket lifts off from the Tanegashima Space Center in Kagoshima Prefecture, southwestern Japan, on June 12, 2026. It marked the country's first rocket launch powered solely by liquid-fuel engines.

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Japan launches H3 rocket

A Japanese H3 rocket lifts off from the Tanegashima Space Center in Kagoshima Prefecture, southwestern Japan, on June 12, 2026. It marked the country's first rocket launch powered solely by liquid-fuel engines.

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Japan launches H3 rocket

A Japanese H3 rocket lifts off from the Tanegashima Space Center in Kagoshima Prefecture, southwestern Japan, on June 12, 2026. It marked the country's first rocket launch powered solely by liquid-fuel engines.