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Spain: Wildfire Forces Evacuation of El Saler Village, Valencia

A wildfire broke out in the Devesa de El Saler, within Valencia's Albufera Natural Park, on Thursday afternoon, August 27, forcing the evacuation of El Saler village.

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Japan: Record Rainfall Triggers Flooding, Landslides in Toyama, Ishikawa 8

Record-breaking rainfall triggered river flooding and landslides in Japan's Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures, along the Sea of Japan coast, on Thursday, August 27.

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US: Wind-Whipped Ross Fire Grows Rapidly, Forcing Evacuations

The Ross Fire ignited Monday, August 24, near Palo Pinto, Texas, about 60 miles west of Fort Worth, and grew overnight to 80,000 acres, triggering evacuations. It was 12% contained on Wednesday morning.

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Spain: Wildfire Near Barcelona Forces Residents to Evacuate, Shelter 2

A wildfire broke out Tuesday afternoon, August 25, in the Collserola mountain range near Barcelona, burning an estimated 35 hectares and prompting the evacuation and confinement of nearby residents due to heavy smoke. More than 160 firefighters and 12 aerial resources were deployed to contain the blaze, as emergency services received over 1,000 calls and authorities urged residents to stay indoors.

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Spain: Wildfire Near Barcelona Forces Residents to Evacuate, Shelter

A wildfire broke out Tuesday afternoon, August 25, in the Collserola mountain range near Barcelona, burning an estimated 35 hectares and prompting the evacuation and confinement of nearby residents due to heavy smoke. More than 160 firefighters and 12 aerial resources were deployed to contain the blaze, as emergency services received over 1,000 calls and authorities urged residents to stay indoors.

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Musical on history of Japan-Vietnam ties to begin in Yokohama

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (C) poses for a photo with lead actors from Japan and Vietnam starring in the musical "Princess Anio" as well as Kanagawa Gov. Yuji Kuroiwa (3rd from R) at the premier's office in Tokyo on Aug. 26, 2026. The musical, depicting the history of Japan-Vietnam ties, will be held between Sept. 12 and Sept. 27 at Kanagawa Arts Theater in Yokohama near Tokyo.

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Musical on history of Japan-Vietnam ties to begin in Yokohama

Vietnamese actor Do Phan Gia Han (C), who stars in in the musical "Princess Anio," meets the press at the prime minister's office in Tokyo on Aug. 26, 2026, after the lead actors in the musical paid a visit to Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. The musical, depicting the history of Japan-Vietnam ties, will be held between Sept. 12 and Sept. 27 at Kanagawa Arts Theater in Yokohama near Tokyo.

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Musical on history of Japan-Vietnam ties to begin in Yokohama

Vietnamese actor Do Phan Gia Han (C), who stars in in the musical "Princess Anio," meets the press at the prime minister's office in Tokyo on Aug. 26, 2026, after the lead actors in the musical paid a visit to Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. The musical, depicting the history of Japan-Vietnam ties, will be held between Sept. 12 and Sept. 27 at Kanagawa Arts Theater in Yokohama near Tokyo.

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France: Rare Tornado Leaves Dozens Injured, Damages Hundreds of Homes in Pomas

A rare and powerful tornado tore through the village of Pomas in the Aude region of southwestern France on Monday, August 24, injuring 39 people, including two in critical condition, and damaging around 300 homes.

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US: Hawk Fire Burns Structures, Forces Mass Evacuations in Reno Area 7

Fueled by strong winds, the Hawk Fire grew to more than 15,000 acres after igniting Saturday in the Sierra Nevada foothills, forcing roughly 42,000 people to evacuate near Reno, Nevada, with another 45,000 told to prepare to leave. Officials said six people, including three first responders and three civilians, were injured, and several structures have burned.

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China: Lighter Bursts Into Flames During Birthday Candle Lighting

A mother in Xi'an, Shaanxi, was lighting candles on her son's birthday cake on June 12, 2023, when her lighter suddenly burst into a large fireball in front of her face. She pulled back in shock as the flames briefly flared before dying out. The mother said the fire singed her eyebrows and hair but caused no serious injury.

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China: Chipmunk Skillfully Eats Sunflower Seeds From Person’s Hand

A chipmunk is seen skillfully picking sunflower seeds from a person's hand and peeling open the shells with its mouth in Yichun, Heilongjiang, delighting online viewers with its neat technique.

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US: Storage Tanks Ignite at Oklahoma Pipeline Facility After Suspected Lightning Strike 3

A fire broke out at the Explorer Pipeline facility in Glenpool, Oklahoma, Monday morning, August 17, after a suspected lightning strike ignited tanks containing natural gasoline, prompting evacuations and school shelter-in-place orders. The blaze, which began around 8:34 a.m. in one tank before spreading to three, was extinguished by Monday afternoon after nearly 50 personnel responded, though crews continued applying foam overnight to prevent reignition. No injuries were reported. Nearby schools, businesses and homes were evacuated as a precaution, with authorities directing traffic to alternate routes around the area.

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41st anniversary of JAL passenger jet crash

UENO, Japan, Aug. 12 Kyodo - People hike up to Osutaka Ridge, the 1985 Japan Airlines jet crash site, in the Gunma Prefecture village of Ueno, northwest of Tokyo, on Aug. 12, 2026, the 41st anniversary of the accident that claimed the lives of 520 passengers and crew. (Kyodo)

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[Breaking News]N. Korea fires ballistic missile

TOKYO, Japan, Aug. 12 Kyodo - Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi meets the press at his ministry in Tokyo on Aug. 12, 2026, after North Korea fired at least one ballistic missile earlier in the day. (Kyodo)

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Japan: Landslide Cleanup After Record Rainfall in Chiba

Record-breaking heavy rainfall caused widespread train suspensions, leaving more than 10,000 people stranded across Chiba Prefecture on Thursday, August 13. This video shows the cleanup effort following a landslide triggered by the severe weather.

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Spain: Wildfire in Moaña, Galicia Stabilized After Rapid Response

A wildfire broke out Sunday, August 15, near A Torre de Meira in Moaña, Galicia, believed to have burned less than one hectare. Authorities deployed three agents, five ground crews, two water trucks, a helicopter and two aircraft, stabilizing the blaze by afternoon before it could spread through nearby woodland.

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New high-speed train shipped to Taiwan from Japan

The lead car of the new-generation N700ST train is unloaded at a port in Kaohsiung, southern Taiwan, on Aug. 15, 2026, for commercial service, possibly starting July 2027. In 2023, Taiwan High Speed Rail Corp. ordered 12 N700STs, built based on the N700S model used on the Tokaido Shinkansen Line connecting Tokyo and Shin-Osaka stations, from Japan's Hitachi Ltd. and Toshiba Corp.

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New high-speed train shipped to Taiwan from Japan

The lead car of the new-generation N700ST train is unloaded at a port in Kaohsiung, southern Taiwan, on Aug. 15, 2026, for commercial service, possibly starting July 2027. In 2023, Taiwan High Speed Rail Corp. ordered 12 N700STs, built based on the N700S model used on the Tokaido Shinkansen Line connecting Tokyo and Shin-Osaka stations, from Japan's Hitachi Ltd. and Toshiba Corp.

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US: Deadly Flooding Hits Indiana After Days of Severe Storms

Days of severe storms and flooding in Indiana have left at least seven people dead. Hundreds of people along the White River and its canals were evacuated, with first responders using boats to rescue those stranded by rising floodwaters. President Trump approved an emergency declaration for the state.

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US: Intense Monsoon Thunderstorms Sweep Gilbert, Arizona

Intense monsoon thunderstorms swept Gilbert, Arizona, in the Phoenix metropolitan area on Wednesday, August 12.

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US: Historic Flash Flooding Devastates Southeastern Indiana as Disaster Declared

Historic flash flooding swept through southeastern Indiana on Wednesday, August 12, damaging homes and businesses. Indiana Gov. Mike Braun declared a statewide disaster on Thursday.

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H3 rocket launch

MINAMITANE, Japan, Aug. 12 Kyodo - Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency head Hiroshi Yamakawa holds a press conference at the Tanegashima Space Center in Minamitane in Kagoshima Prefecture, southwestern Japan, on Aug. 11, 2026, following the successful launch of H3 rocket No. 9 carrying the Michibiki No. 7 positioning satellite. (Kyodo)

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[Breaking News]Yosakoi dance festival in western Japan

KOCHI, Japan, Aug. 10 Kyodo - Dancers perform during the Yosakoi dance festival on Aug. 10, 2026, in Kochi, western Japan. About 18,000 people from 197 teams plan to dance during the annual event that began in 1954, running through Aug. 12. (Kyodo)

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US: Microburst Topples Light Poles as Storms Sweep Phoenix Area

On Wednesday, August 12, a powerful microburst hit Chandler, Arizona, as intense monsoon thunderstorms swept the Phoenix metropolitan area, toppling light poles and causing damage. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport issued a ground stop due to the severe weather, resulting in flight delays.

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Ex-Chinese Premier Zhu dies at 97

A large screen in Beijing shows on Aug. 12, 2026, a news report on the death of former Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji at age 97 earlier in the day.

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Ex-Chinese Premier Zhu dies at 97

A large screen in Beijing shows on Aug. 12, 2026, a news report on the death of former Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji at age 97 earlier in the day.

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Total Solar Eclipse Dazzles Skywatchers Across Europe, Arctic Region 3

A total solar eclipse dazzled skies over parts of Europe on Wednesday, August 12, with prime viewing in Iceland, northern Spain, and northeastern Portugal. A partial eclipse was visible in parts of the northern US, Canada, and much of Europe and northwestern Africa.

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Baseball: Reds vs. White Sox

Chicago White Sox first baseman Munetaka Murakami draws a walk in the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds at Rate Field in Chicago on Aug. 12, 2026.

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Baseball: Reds vs. White Sox

Chicago White Sox first baseman Munetaka Murakami flies out in the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds at Rate Field in Chicago on Aug. 12, 2026.

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Baseball: Reds vs. White Sox

Chicago White Sox first baseman Munetaka Murakami flies out in the third inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds at Rate Field in Chicago on Aug. 12, 2026.

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Baseball: Reds vs. White Sox

Chicago White Sox first baseman Munetaka Murakami flies out in the third inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds at Rate Field in Chicago on Aug. 12, 2026.

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Baseball: Reds vs. White Sox

Chicago White Sox first baseman Munetaka Murakami grounds out in the first inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds at Rate Field in Chicago on Aug. 12, 2026.

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Baseball: Royals vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts is congratulated by teammates in the dugout after hitting a solo home run in the second inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Aug. 12, 2026.

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Baseball: Royals vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts poses after hitting a solo home run in the second inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Aug. 12, 2026.

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Baseball: Royals vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts hits a solo home run in the second inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Aug. 12, 2026.

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Military exercise in Taiwan

Taiwanese soldiers set up a barricade during the annual Han Kuang military exercise in Taipei on Aug. 12, 2026, simulating a Chinese attack.

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Military exercise in Taiwan

Taiwanese soldiers set up a barricade during the annual Han Kuang military exercise in Taipei on Aug. 12, 2026, simulating a Chinese attack.

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Military exercise in Taiwan

Taiwanese soldiers set up a barricade during the annual Han Kuang military exercise in Taipei on Aug. 12, 2026, simulating a Chinese attack.

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Total Solar Eclipse Dazzles Skywatchers Across Europe, Arctic Region 2

A total solar eclipse dazzled skies over parts of Europe on Wednesday, August 12, with prime viewing in Iceland, northern Spain, and northeastern Portugal. A partial eclipse was visible in parts of the northern US, Canada, and much of Europe and northwestern Africa.

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Baseball: Royals vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) celebrates with Miguel Rojas after hitting a two-run home run in the third inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Aug. 12, 2026.

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Baseball: Royals vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) is congratulated with a seed shower after hitting a two-run home run in the third inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Aug. 12, 2026.

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Baseball: Royals vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) is congratulated with a seed shower after hitting a two-run home run in the third inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Aug. 12, 2026.

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Baseball: Royals vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) celebrates with third base coach Dino Ebel as he rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run in the third inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Aug. 12, 2026.

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Baseball: Royals vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani celebrates as he rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run in the third inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Aug. 12, 2026.

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Baseball: Royals vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) celebrates with Miguel Rojas as he returns to the dugout after hitting a two-run home run in the third inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Aug. 12, 2026.

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Baseball: Royals vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani celebrates as he rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run in the third inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Aug. 12, 2026.

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Baseball: Royals vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani celebrates as he rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run in the third inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Aug. 12, 2026.

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Baseball: Royals vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani celebrates as he rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run in the third inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Aug. 12, 2026.

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Baseball: Royals vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani celebrates as he rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run in the third inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Aug. 12, 2026.