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RECAP: Typhoon Jangmi Lashes Okinawa and Amami, Leaving 16 Injured

Typhoon Jangmi brought heavy rain and strong winds to Okinawa and Amami islands, southern Japan on Monday, June 1. In Okinawa Prefecture, 16 people sustained minor injuries, including some who were knocked down by strong winds and others who were struck by shattered car windows.

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US: Hailstorm Sweeps Through Denver Metro, Causing Tree Damage and Road Chaos 3

Severe storms swept across the Denver metro area on Monday, June 1, bringing large hail, damaging winds, flooding rains and several funnel clouds. The National Weather Service issued weather warnings for multiple areas and a ground delay was put in place at Denver International Airport.

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France: Chaos Erupts Nationwide After PSG’s Champions League Win 3

Paris Saint-Germain's penalty shootout victory over Arsenal at the Champions League final in Budapest on Saturday, May 30, triggered widespread unrest across France, with more than 400 arrests, cars set ablaze, shops vandalized, and a group attempting to storm a police station.

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Japan: Typhoon Jangmi Lashes Okinawa and Amami Islands With Destructive Winds 3

Typhoon Jangmi brought heavy rain and damaging winds to Okinawa and Amami islands, southern Japan, as it approached Okinawa's main island on Monday, June 1. All flights to and from Naha Airport were cancelled, while public transport, schools, and businesses were also shut for the day.

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Rare Blue Moon Closes Out May, Doubling as Micromoon 3

The second full moon of May, known as a Blue Moon, reached peak illumination on Sunday, May 31, the only Blue Moon of 2026. The celestial event, which occurs roughly every two to three years, also qualified as a micromoon, as the moon was farther from Earth than average, making it appear slightly smaller than usual.

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Japan: Typhoon Jangmi Lashes Okinawa and Amami Islands With Destructive Winds

Typhoon Jangmi brought heavy rain and damaging winds to Okinawa and Amami islands, southern Japan, as it approached Okinawa's main island on Monday, June 1. All flights to and from Naha Airport were cancelled, while public transport, schools, and businesses were also shut for the day.

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Japan: High Waves Pound Yoron Island Shore as Typhoon Jangmi Approaches

Typhoon Jangmi brought strong winds to Okinawa and Amami islands, southern Japan on Monday, June 1 as it approached the Okinawa main island.

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Japan: Typhoon Jangmi Batters Okinawa With Destructive Winds and Power Outages 3

Typhoon Jangmi (No. 6) made its closest approach to Okinawa's main island on Monday, June 1, with the southern part of the island entering the storm's danger zone. The storm brought wind gusts of up to 35.2 meters per second in Naha City and widespread power outages. All flights to and from Naha Airport were cancelled, while public transport, schools, and businesses were also shut for the day.

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Indonesia: Mount Marapi Erupts as Authorities Issue Alert and Exclusion Zone 2

Mount Marapi in West Sumatra erupted on Saturday, May 30, sending a 2,000-metre grey ash column drifting northeast, while authorities maintained a Level II Alert and a 3-kilometre exclusion zone around the crater.

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Indonesia: Mount Marapi Erupts as Authorities Issue Alert and Exclusion Zone

Mount Marapi in West Sumatra erupted on Saturday, May 30, sending a 2,000-metre grey ash column drifting northeast, while authorities maintained a Level II Alert and a 3-kilometre exclusion zone around the crater.

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US: Blue Origin’s New Glenn Rocket Explodes During Engine Test at Cape Canaveral 3

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket exploded during an engine-firing test at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida on Thursday, May 28. The blast rocked the Space Coast, filling the night sky with fire visible across Brevard County. Blue Origin confirmed there were no injuries and it was an anomaly during the hotfire test.

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US: Flash Flooding Hits Midland-Odessa Area as Heavy Storms Batter West Texas

Heavy rainfall triggered flash flood warnings and road closures across the Midland-Odessa area in West Texas on Tuesday, May 26, as the NWS warned of ongoing flooding from severe thunderstorms throughout the region.

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US: Colombian Overseas Election Opens With Long Lines and Operational Problems 3

Colombians living abroad began casting their ballots on Monday, May 25, in the country's presidential election, with polling sites open across 67 countries. In the U.S., long lines outside polling stations and operational issues at several consulates left many voters reportedly unable to cast their ballots before polling sites closed on the first day.

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US: Knicks Clinch NBA Finals Berth, Fans Pour Into NYC Streets to Celebrate 3

Knicks fans spilled into the streets of New York City on Monday night, May 25, celebrating outside Madison Square Garden after the team clinched its first NBA Finals berth in 27 years. A packed watch party at Radio City Music Hall was also on its feet as the final buzzer sounded. This video shows crowds of fans celebrating the victory in Fort Greene, Brooklyn.

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Chile: Powerful M6.9 Earthquake Strikes Near Calama 3

A magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck northern Chile on Monday, May 25, hitting the Atacama Desert region around 31 kilometers from the city of Calama, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. There were no immediate reports of casualties or major damage.

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Japan: Over 20 People Sickened in Suspected Spray Attack at Ginza Six in Tokyo 3

A suspicious spray incident occurred at GINZA SIX shopping complex in Ginza, central Tokyo, around noon on Monday, May 25, leaving more than 20 people complaining of throat pain and irritation. A man believed to have sprayed an unknown substance and fled the scene has been identified through security camera footage, with police pursuing him on suspicion of assault.

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UK: Arsenal Supporters Celebrate Premier League Title Win 3

Arsenal were crowned Premier League champions for the first time in 22 years after beating Crystal Palace 2-1 at Selhurst Park on Sunday, May 24. Fans were seen celebrating the historic win.

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Spain: Tens of Thousands Rally in Madrid Demanding Sanchez’s Resignation

Tens of thousands of people marched through central Madrid on Saturday, May 23, demanding Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's resignation and early elections. The protest ended with seven police officers injured and three demonstrators arrested.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Brewers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (bottom) attempts to steal second base against Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Joey Ortiz (3) in the first inning of a baseball game at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on May 22, 2026. Ohtani was called out by a replay review.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Brewers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (L) attempts to steal second base against Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Joey Ortiz (3) in the first inning of a baseball game at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on May 22, 2026. Ohtani was called out by a replay review.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Brewers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) attempts to steal second base against Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Joey Ortiz (3) in the first inning of a baseball game at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on May 22, 2026. Ohtani was called out by a replay review.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Brewers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) attempts to steal second base against Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Joey Ortiz (3) in the first inning of a baseball game at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on May 22, 2026. Ohtani was called out by a replay review.

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Horse racing: female jockey wins Japanese Oaks

Seina Imamura (R) steers 3-year-old mare Juryoku Pierrot (R) to victory at the Japanese Oaks horse race at Tokyo Racecourse in Fuchu, western Tokyo, on May 24, 2026, becoming the first female jockey from the Japan Racing Association to win a Grade 1 race.

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Horse racing: female jockey wins Japanese Oaks

Seina Imamura steers 3-year-old mare Juryoku Pierrot (2nd from L) to victory at the Japanese Oaks horse race at Tokyo Racecourse in Fuchu, western Tokyo, on May 24, 2026, becoming the first female jockey from the Japan Racing Association to win a Grade 1 race.

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Horse racing: female jockey wins Japanese Oaks

Seina Imamura (top) steers 3-year-old mare Juryoku Pierrot (R) to victory at the Japanese Oaks horse race at Tokyo Racecourse in Fuchu, western Tokyo, on May 24, 2026, becoming the first female jockey from the Japan Racing Association to win a Grade 1 race.

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Japan: Horse Breaks Loose at Traditional Soma Nomaoi Festival in Fukushima, Injuring Six 3

Six people were injured after a horse ran wild at the Soma Nomaoi traditional festival in Minamisoma, Fukushima Prefecture on Sunday, May 24. The incident occurred during an armored horseback race when a rider fell from his horse, causing the animal to bolt off the course and collide with spectators near the ticket booth. Around 40,000 people were in attendance at the Hibarigahara festival grounds. The horse was later secured near the venue.

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Football: Scottish Cup

Celtic's Daizen Maeda raises the victor's trophy after winning the Scottish Cup football title with a 3-1 victory over Dunfermline in the cup final in Glasgow, Scotland, on May 23, 2026.

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Football: Scottish Cup

Celtic's Daizen Maeda poses with the victor's trophy after winning the Scottish Cup football title with a 3-1 victory over Dunfermline in the cup final in Glasgow, Scotland, on May 23, 2026.

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Football: Scottish Cup

Celtic's Daizen Maeda poses with the victor's trophy after winning the Scottish Cup football title with a 3-1 victory over Dunfermline in the cup final in Glasgow, Scotland, on May 23, 2026.

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China: Wedding Feast Carries On as Heavy Rain Floods Venue in Shaanxi

This unforgettable scene was captured in Weinan, Shaanxi Province, on May 18, 2026. It looks like a party on a river, but it’s actually an outdoor wedding feast. A sudden heavy downpour flooded the square with dozens of centimeters of water. Relatives and friends sit around dozens of round tables, watching the ceremony and waiting for the meal. Thankfully, the organizers set up cozy canopies and fences, keeping guests dry. Rain can’t stop love and blessings—everyone shows up in the storm to celebrate the newlyweds.

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US: Two Wildfires Force Evacuations in Riverside County, California 3

Two wildfires broke out in Riverside County, California, on Tuesday, May 19, prompting evacuations and warnings for residents. The Bain Fire ignited at 11:22 a.m. in the Santa Ana River bottom in Jurupa Valley, spreading rapidly toward homes in the direction of Riverside, injuring four people. Separately, the Verona Fire in Homeland jumped containment lines and forced additional evacuations. Crews from multiple agencies responded to both blazes.

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US: Flash Floods Inundate New York City After Powerful Storm 3

A powerful storm triggered flash flooding across New York City on Wednesday, May 20, prompting the National Weather Service to issue an emergency declaration. Multiple neighborhoods were inundated, with footage from Brooklyn showing streets completely underwater.

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US: Two Wildfires Force Evacuations in Riverside County, California 2

Two wildfires broke out in Riverside County, California, on Tuesday, May 19, prompting evacuations and warnings for residents. The Bain Fire ignited at 11:22 a.m. in the Santa Ana River bottom in Jurupa Valley, spreading rapidly toward homes in the direction of Riverside, injuring four people. Separately, the Verona Fire in Homeland jumped containment lines and forced additional evacuations. Crews from multiple agencies responded to both blazes.

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US: Evacuations Ordered as Sandy Fire Tears Through Simi Valley, California 3

The Sandy Fire broke out Monday, May 18, in Simi Valley, roughly 40 miles northwest of Los Angeles, burning over 1,600 acres, destroying at least one home, and putting more than 28,000 people under mandatory evacuation orders.

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UK: Arsenal Fans Celebrate First Premier League Title in 22 Years Outside Emirates Stadium 3

Arsenal fans erupted in celebration outside the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday, May 19, as Manchester City's 1-1 draw with Bournemouth confirmed the club's first Premier League title in 22 years.

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US: Four Injured, Fast-Moving Bain Fire Forces Evacuations in Jurupa Valley, CA 3

The Bain Fire, a fast-moving wildfire broke out in Jurupa Valley, Riverside County, California on Tuesday, May 19, quickly spreading to 1,300 acres and injuring four people. Evacuation orders were issued and the cause of the fire remained under investigation.

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US: Fast-Moving Sandy Fire Burns More Than 800 Acres, Prompting Evacuations 3

The Sandy Fire broke out Monday, May 18, in Simi Valley, roughly 40 miles northwest of Los Angeles, burning over 836 acres, destroying at least one home, and forcing more than 29,000 residents to evacuate.

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US: Fast-Moving Sandy Fire Burns More Than 800 Acres, Prompting Evacuations 5

The Sandy Fire broke out Monday, May 18, in Simi Valley, roughly 40 miles northwest of Los Angeles, burning over 836 acres, destroying at least one home, and forcing more than 29,000 residents to evacuate.

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UK: ‘Unite the Kingdom’ Rally Draws Tens of Thousands to London 3

Tens of thousands of protesters joined two rival marches in London on Saturday, May 16, “Unite the Kingdom”, a far-right rally organized by Tommy Robinson and a separate pro-Palestinian demonstration. More than 4,000 police officers were deployed, managing a sterile zone between the two marches with drones, horses, dogs, and armored vehicles on standby.

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France: Nantes Game Abandoned After Ultras Storm Field

A Ligue 1 game between Nantes and Toulouse was abandoned Sunday, May 17, after ultras stormed the field in the 22nd minute, throwing flares and breaching security barriers at Stade de La Beaujoire. Players fled to the locker rooms as riot police intervened. Referee Stéphanie Frappart called off the match on security grounds. The incident appeared to be a protest against the club's relegation after a dismal season in which Nantes won just five of 33 league games.

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US: Episode 47 of Kīlauea Eruption Sends Lava Fountains and Ash

Episode 47 of the Halemaʻumaʻu eruption at the summit of Kīlauea, Hawaii, lasted nine hours, beginning at 3:27 p.m. HST on Wednesday, May 14, and ending at 12:27 a.m. HST on Thursday, May 15. Lava fountained from the north vent, with fine ash and Peleʻs hair falling in communities to the northeast of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.

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US: Lightning-Sparked Grass Fire Forces Evacuations in Canyon, Texas 3

The Hunggate fire, a grass fire one of multiple fires burning in the Texas panhandle, sparked by lightning prompted mandatory evacuations in Canyon, Texas on Thursday, May 14, burning more than 14,000 acres across Randall County.

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US: Everglades Wildfire Scorches Over 11,000 Acres in South Florida 3

A wildfire burning across the Everglades along the Broward and Miami-Dade county border in Florida had scorched more than 11,400 acres as of Wednesday, May 13, with the blaze now fully contained and controlled, according to the Florida Forest Service. Roads in the area were closed, and residents were advised to keep windows shut and stay indoors if they have respiratory issues. No injuries were reported.

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China: Excited Dog Runs Straight Into Glass Door at Jiangsu Shop

On April 3, 2026, in Jiangsu, a video recorded a small dog running excitedly toward a shop. The glass door at the entrance was closed, but the dog did not seem to notice. It rushed forward and hit the glass directly. The collision appeared painful, and the dog stopped at the doorway looking stunned and pitiful. A shop employee quickly opened the door after seeing what happened. Once the entrance was clear, the dog hurried inside.

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US: Powerful Storms Bring Rain, Hail and Flooding to Central Florida 3

Powerful storms swept through Central Florida on Tuesday, May 12, bringing widespread rain, hail, and flooding with severe thunderstorm warnings issued for multiple counties. A tornado warning was issued for Pasco County in the afternoon. National Weather Service later confirmed two tornadoes touch down in the county.

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Philippines: Lava Collapse Triggers Pyroclastic Flow at Mayon Volcano

Mayon Volcano in the Philippines generated a pyroclastic density current (PDC), locally known as "uson," along the Mi-isi Gully on Wednesday, May 13, with a volcanic plume rising to approximately 4,000 meters, as the volcano continued to show intensified magmatic unrest under Alert Level 3. Authorities reiterated that entry into the danger zone remained strictly prohibited, with residents advised to remain alert for possible evacuation.

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UK: Apartment Fire in Battersea Forces 50 Residents to Evacuate, Three Hospitalized

A fire broke out on the seventh floor of a 10-story residential building on Charlotte Despard Avenue in Battersea, London, on Monday evening, May 11. Around 50 residents were evacuated, and three people were hospitalized. Some 60 firefighters responded to the blaze, which destroyed a four-room apartment. The cause is under investigation.

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Japan: Three Hospitalized After Suspected Spray Incident on JR Tokaido Line in Kawasaki 2

Three people, including a child, were taken to hospital after emergency report of something being sprayed inside a JR Tokaido Line train traveling through Kawasaki City on Sunday, May 10. No toxic substances were found, though some passengers reported smelling something resembling pepper.

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Huge carp streamer in eastern Japan

KAZO, Japan, May 3 Kyodo - Video taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows a carp streamer, about 100 meters long and weighing around 330 kilograms, flying over the Tone River in the Saitama Prefecture city of Kazo, eastern Japan, on May 3, 2026, ahead of Children's Day on May 5. (Kyodo)

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[Breaking News]Rally in support of Constitution

TOKYO, Japan, May 3 Kyodo - Video taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows people rallying to keep Japan's Constitution intact at a park in Tokyo on May 3, 2026, the Constitution Day national holiday. (Kyodo)