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China: Dog Balances Calmly on Moving E-Bike, Turning Heads in Yunnan Street

A video filmed on February 12, 2026, in Yunnan, China, shows a dog calmly standing on the shoulder of two riders traveling on an electric bike. The dog maintained its balance with surprising confidence as the bike moved along the street, drawing attention and smiles from passersby.

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US: Grass Fire Prompts Evacuation in Thornton, Colorado

A fast-moving grass fire fueled by strong winds and dry conditions broke out in Thornton, Colorado, Wednesday morning, February 25, injuring four firefighters and one civilian and prompting evacuations of nearby neighborhoods, businesses, and Pinnacle Charter School. Thick smoke forced a temporary closure of Interstate 25, while roughly 150 responders worked to contain the 10-acre blaze by mid-afternoon. No homes were destroyed, evacuations were later lifted, and the cause remains under investigation. This video shows smoke visible from the River North Art District (RiNo), north of downtown Denver.

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Japan: Baby Macaque “Punch” Wins Hearts After Finding Comfort in Plush Surrogacy 2

A six-month-old Japanese macaque named Punch at Ichikawa City Zoo has gained attention in Japan and abroad. After being rejected by his first-time mother, he was hand-raised by staff and often clung to an orangutan plush toy as a surrogate comfort, touching many hearts. Even after rejoining the troop, he kept the toy for a while, but he is gradually bonding with other monkeys and growing stronger. On social media, the hashtag “#GoPunch” has spread, with visitors continuing to cheer him on.

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South Africa: Passengers Evacuated as Fire Breaks Out at Cape Town Airport

A fire broke out at Cape Town International Airport on Tuesday, February 24, prompting passenger evacuations and disrupting flights. While the blaze was quickly extinguished with no injuries reported, the incident caused significant power outages and IT system failures, leading to diverted flights and temporary suspensions of international departures.

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USS Gerald R. Ford Transit Strait of Gibraltar En Route to Israel

The USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN-78), the world’s largest aircraft carrier, is expected to dock in Haifa on Monday, February 23, as part of a surge in U.S. reinforcements to the Middle East. Carrier Strike Group 12 entered the Mediterranean after transiting the Strait of Gibraltar on Friday, February 20, as Washington ramps up its regional presence amid escalating tensions with Iran.

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US: Storm Damage in Bloomington After Tornado-Warned Storm

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 also reported. This video shows damage to buildings and power lines, with debris scattered on the ground near 3415 W. Third St. in Bloomington.

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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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Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Arianna Fontana of Italy waves to the crowd after winning the women's 500-meter short track speed skating silver at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Arianna Fontana of Italy poses after winning the women's 500-meter short track speed skating silver at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Arianna Fontana (C) of Italy competes en route to winning the women's 500-meter short track speed skating silver at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan.

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US: Cat Walks Across Snow-Covered Roof After Storm in Altmar, New York

A storm dumped snow across Central New York and Upstate New York on Wednesday, February 11, and Thursday, February 12. This video shows a cat stepping onto a snow-covered roof in Altmar, New York, and cautiously walking across the thick snow while the person filming clears the roof.

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Spain: High Winds Lash Barcelona Area as Storm Nils Arrives 6

Storm Nils lashed Barcelona with hurricane-force gusts on Thursday, February 12, prompting the closure of all public parks and the suspension of several rail services. Travel was severely impacted at El Prat Airport, where at least 101 flights were canceled.

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US: Blockchain Platform Polymarket Opens “The Polymarket” Free Grocery Pop-Up in NYC

Polymarket, a blockchain-based prediction market platform, opened a five-day pop-up store called "The Polymarket" in New York City’s West Village on Thursday, February 12. Hundreds of residents lined up to fill tote bags with free groceries.

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Ireland: Heavy Rain Triggers Severe Flooding in Dublin

Overnight heavy rain triggered flash flooding across north Dublin on Friday, February 13, leaving basement parking lots submerged and damaging numerous vehicles. Roads were closed near Dublin Airport and a Status Yellow rainfall alert was issued.

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Japan: Early-Blooming Kawazu Cherry Blossoms Reached Best Viewing Period

The early-blooming Kawazu-zakura cherry blossoms with deep pink petals reached their best viewing period, after starting to bloom in late January, about a week earlier than usual.

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Japan-U.S. investment talks

Japanese Economy, Trade and Industry Minister Ryosei Akazawa meets the press following investment talks with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick in Washington on Feb. 12, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Disqualified Ukrainian athlete

Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych (C) is surrounded by journalists following a press conference in Milan on Feb. 12, 2026, after he was disqualified from the Milan Cortina Olympics for refusing to give up his plan to race in a helmet commemorating athletes killed since Russia's invasion.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Disqualified Ukrainian athlete

Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych (C) meets the press in Milan on Feb. 12, 2026, after he was disqualified from the Milan Cortina Olympics for refusing to give up his plan to race in a helmet commemorating athletes killed since Russia's invasion.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Disqualified Ukrainian athlete

Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych meets the press in Milan on Feb. 12, 2026, after he was disqualified from the Milan Cortina Olympics for refusing to give up his plan to race in a helmet commemorating athletes killed since Russia's invasion.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Disqualified Ukrainian athlete

Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych (L) meets the press in Milan on Feb. 12, 2026, after he was disqualified from the Milan Cortina Olympics for refusing to give up his plan to race in a helmet commemorating athletes killed since Russia's invasion.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga throws a spring training bullpen session in Port St. Lucie, Florida, on Feb. 12, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga throws a spring training bullpen session in Port St. Lucie, Florida, on Feb. 12, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Figure skating

Japanese figure skater Yuma Kagiyama (R) and U.S. rival Ilia Malinin smile ahead of an official training session at the Milan Cortina Olympics in Milan on Feb. 12, 2026.

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Spain: High Winds Lash Barcelona Area as Storm Nils Arrives 5

Storm Nils lashed Barcelona with hurricane-force gusts on Thursday, February 12, prompting the closure of all public parks and the suspension of several rail services. Travel was severely impacted at El Prat Airport, where at least 101 flights were canceled. The video shows a downed tree in Terrassa.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Figure skating

Japanese figure skater Yuma Kagiyama and U.S. rival Ilia Malinin interact after an official training session at the Milan Cortina Olympics in Milan on Feb. 12, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Figure skating

Japanese figure skater Yuma Kagiyama (front) and U.S. rival Ilia Malinin pose for a photo following an official training session at the Milan Cortina Olympics in Milan on Feb. 12, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Chicago White Sox infielder Munetaka Murakami takes batting practice during a spring training session in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 12, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Chicago White Sox infielder Munetaka Murakami takes batting practice during a spring training session in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 12, 2026.

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Spain: High Winds Lash Barcelona Area as Storm Nils Arrives 4

Storm Nils lashed Barcelona with hurricane-force gusts on Thursday, February 12, prompting the closure of all public parks and the suspension of several rail services. Travel was severely impacted at El Prat Airport, where at least 101 flights were canceled. The video shows branches scattered across the ground in the Les Corts district.

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Chile: M6.2 Earthquake Shakes Coquimbo Region

A strong 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck the Coquimbo region of northern Chile on Thursday morning, February 12. The quake hit near the town of Punitaqui at a depth of nearly 37 km. No tsunami warning was issued, and there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties. The video shows power lines swaying in San Ramón, Coquimbo.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Chicago White Sox infielder Munetaka Murakami takes batting practice during a spring training session in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 12, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Chicago White Sox infielder Munetaka Murakami chats during a spring training session in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 12, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Xandra Velzeboer of the Netherlands celebrates with the national flag after winning gold in the women's 500-meter short track speed skating at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Xandra Velzeboer of the Netherlands races to gold in the women's 500-meter short track speed skating final at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Xandra Velzeboer of the Netherlands celebrates after winning gold in the women's 500-meter short track speed skating at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Arianna Fontana of Italy acknowledges the crowd after winning the silver medal in the women's 500-meter short track speed skating final at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Arianna Fontana of Italy competes in the women's 500-meter short track speed skating final at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan.

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SoftBank Group CFO Goto at press conference

SoftBank Group Corp. Chief Financial Officer Yoshimitsu Goto speaks at a press conference in Tokyo on Feb. 12, 2026.

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SoftBank Group CFO Goto at press conference

SoftBank Group Corp. Chief Financial Officer Yoshimitsu Goto speaks at a press conference in Tokyo on Feb. 12, 2026.

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Australia: Protest Erupts on Last Day of Herzog’s Visit in Melbourne 3

Around 100 pro-Palestine protesters rallied in Melbourne on Thursday, February 12, the final day of Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit to Australia, chanting slogans against him and holding signs and Palestinian flags.

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Baseball: Dodgers manager Roberts

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts meets the press in Scottsdale, Arizona, on Feb. 12, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Colorado Rockies pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano (R) works out during spring training in Scottsdale, Arizona, on Feb. 12, 2026. The veteran Japanese right-hander joined the MLB National League team recently.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Colorado Rockies pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano plays catch during spring training in Scottsdale, Arizona, on Feb. 12, 2026. The veteran Japanese right-hander joined the MLB National League team recently.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Colorado Rockies pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano autographs a ball for a fan during spring training in Scottsdale, Arizona, on Feb. 12, 2026. The veteran Japanese right-hander joined the MLB National League team recently.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Colorado Rockies pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano autographs a ball for a fan during spring training in Scottsdale, Arizona, on Feb. 12, 2026. The veteran Japanese right-hander joined the MLB National League team recently.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Colorado Rockies pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano plays catch during spring training in Scottsdale, Arizona, on Feb. 12, 2026. The veteran Japanese right-hander joined the MLB National League team recently.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Colorado Rockies pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano takes fielding practice during spring training in Scottsdale, Arizona, on Feb. 12, 2026. The veteran Japanese right-hander joined the MLB National League team recently.

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Australia: Protest Erupts on Last Day of Herzog’s Visit in Melbourne 2

Around 100 pro-Palestine protesters rallied in Melbourne on Thursday, February 12, the final day of Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit to Australia, chanting slogans against him and holding signs and Palestinian flags.