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US: Several Dust Devils Sweep Through Southern Colorado

Several dust devils were spotted in Alamosa, southern Colorado, on Thursday, May 14.

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Canada: High Winds Sweep Saskatchewan, Sparking Dust Storms and Outages

A powerful storm swept through Saskatchewan on Thursday, May 14, bringing thunderstorms, dust storms, and wind gusts of up to 115 km/h, downing power lines, damaging trees and structures, and leaving many communities without power. Wind alerts remained active into Friday morning.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) celebrates with teammates in the dugout after Miguel Rojas hits an RBI single during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium on May 14, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani (17) slaps his glove after getting San Francisco Giants' Bryce Eldridge to fly out in the seventh inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani (17) reacts after striking out San Francisco Giants' Rafael Devers in the sixth inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani (17) pumps his fist after San Francisco Giants' Drew Gilbert flies into a double play in the seventh inning, allowing Ohtani to pitch seven scoreless innings in a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani (17) reacts after striking out San Francisco Giants' Rafael Devers in the sixth inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani (17) reacts after striking out San Francisco Giants' Willy Adames (back, L) in the second inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani (17) reacts after striking out San Francisco Giants' Rafael Devers in the sixth inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani (17) reacts after striking out San Francisco Giants' Rafael Devers (L) in the sixth inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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US: Shoppers Camp Out for Audemars Piguet x Swatch “Royal Pop” Drop in New York

Dozens of people are camped out outside of the Times Square Swatch store ahead of the May 16 in-store-only release of the Audemars Piguet x Swatch "Royal Pop." Lines started to form on Sunday, six days ahead of the watch’s official release.

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Hobby Show in Shizuoka

Hobby Show in Shizuoka

The Shizuoka Hobby Show featuring products such as plastic and radio-controlled models opens in the central Japan city of Shizuoka on May 13, 2026. The show will be open to about 4,000 students from Shizuoka Prefecture on May 15 before opening to the public on May 16 and 17.

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US: Jones Fire Near Wickenburg Prompts Evacuations and Highway Closure in Arizona

The Jones Fire broke out on May 11 near Wickenburg, Arizona, burning over 100 acres along both sides of the Hassayampa River bottom, forcing evacuations and closing U.S. Highway 60 in both directions.

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

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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US: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued as Cold Front Sweeps Central Texas

A cold front moved through central Texas on Sunday, May 10, bringing heavy rain, large hail, and damaging winds as a severe thunderstorm watch was issued for the region.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms With Intense Hail Hit Central Oklahoma

Severe thunderstorms with wind gusts up to 70 mph and intense hail moved across central Oklahoma on Friday, May 8, prompting multiple National Weather Service warnings.

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US: Several Tornadoes Including EF3 Tear Through Mississippi, Leaving Trail of Damage 2

Several tornadoes, including an EF3, ripped through Mississippi on Wednesday, May 6, spawned by supercell thunderstorms and triggering a tornado emergency. Governor Tate Reeves confirmed that 17 people were injured and more than 300 homes were damaged across several counties, with no deaths reported. This video shows the damaged area in Bogue Chitto, Lincoln County, which was flattened by the tornadoes.

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South Africa: Violent Storm Sends Ocean Foam Surging Into Victoria Bay

Violent storms battered Victoria Bay near George in South Africa's Western Cape on May 6, sending thick sea foam surging inland and flooding beachfront properties, though no major structural damage was reported.

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China: Bystander Dives Into Lake to Save Toddler and Grandmother in Chongqing

A bystander rescued a two-year-old boy and his grandmother after both became stranded in a lake in Chongqing, China, on April 17. The child had fallen into the water at a tourist area, and his grandmother jumped in to save him despite being unable to swim. A man quickly dived in and kept the pair afloat while bystanders on shore extended poles to pull them to safety. Both were brought to shore without serious injuries.

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US: Severe Storms Sweep Alabama, Prompting Tornado Warnings

The National Weather Service issued a tornado warning for central Alabama on Wednesday, May 6 as a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado moved through the region. Forecasters warned of golf-ball-sized hail, damaging winds and flying debris. A broader tornado watch remained in effect for most of the state through Wednesday night.

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US: Kilauea Volcano’s 46th Eruptive Episode Begins, Prompting Ashfall Advisory

The 46th eruptive episode of Kīlauea volcano began on Tuesday, May 5, at 8:17 a.m., according to the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory. The National Weather Service issued an Ashfall Advisory for parts of Hawaii Island, with tephra and fist-sized clasts fallout reported.

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US: Spring Snowstorm Sweeps Across Colorado, Bringing Snow From Mountains to Denver 3

A spring snowstorm swept across Colorado on Tuesday, May 5, bringing rain and snow from the mountains to the Denver metro area.

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US: Hail and Strong Storms Strike Chicago Area

Strong storms swept through the Chicago area on Monday, May 4, bringing hail, gusty winds and heavy rain.

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US: Spring Snowstorm Sweeps Across Colorado, Bringing Snow From Mountains to Denver

A spring snowstorm swept across Colorado on Tuesday, May 5, bringing rain and snow from the mountains to the Denver metro area.

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Germany: Car Rams Into Crowd in Leipzig, Two Killed and Dozens Injured 2

A 33-year-old German man drove a Volkswagen SUV into pedestrians in Leipzig's city center on Monday, May 4, killing two people and injuring 22 others, before being arrested.

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US: Two-Alarm Fire Forces Evacuation at USF Marine Science Lab in St. Petersburg

A two-alarm fire broke out at the University of South Florida's Marine Science Laboratory in St. Petersburg on Saturday, May 2. Flames burst from the roof, sending a large plume of smoke visible from miles away. The building was evacuated with no injuries reported, and the cause remained under investigation, with police declaring it a hazmat situation.

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Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) stands on first base after drawing a walk in the third inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 29, 2026.

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Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) steals second base as Miami Marlins short stop Otto Lopez leaps for the throw in the third inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 29, 2026.

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Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) strikes out swinging against Miami Marlins starter Sandy Alcantara (L) in the first inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 29, 2026.

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Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) steals second base as Miami Marlins short stop Otto Lopez leaps for the throw in the third inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 29, 2026.

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Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) slides to steal second base in the third inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 29, 2026.

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Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Miami Marlins' Agustin Ramirez (2nd from L) advances to third on throwing error by Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani (17) during the second inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 28, 2026.

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Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Alex Freeland (76) jumps after an overthrow by Shohei Ohtani (17) as Miami Marlins' Agustin Ramirez (bottom) steals second during the second inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 28, 2026.

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Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani (17) reacts after failing to strike out Miami Marlins' Connor Norby in the sixth inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 28, 2026.

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Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani (17) reacts after allowing an RBI single to Miami Marlins' Kyle Stowers (L) in the fifth inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 28, 2026.

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Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani (17) reacts after allowing an RBI single to Miami Marlins' Kyle Stowers (L) in the fifth inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 28, 2026.

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Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani (17) reacts after allowing an RBI single to Miami Marlins' Kyle Stowers (L) in the fifth inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 28, 2026.

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Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) hits an RBI double off Miami Marlins reliever Pete Fairbanks (29) in the ninth inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 27, 2026.

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Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) hits a single off Miami Marlins reliever Andrew Nardi (bottom) in the seventh inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 27, 2026.

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Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) hits an RBI double off Miami Marlins reliever Pete Fairbanks (29) in the ninth inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 27, 2026.

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Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Marlins vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) hits a single off Miami Marlins reliever Andrew Nardi (43) in the seventh inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 27, 2026.

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Baseball: Cubs vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Cubs vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) hits a double off Chicago Cubs starter Shota Imanaga (18) in the fifth inning of a baseball game against at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 26, 2026.

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Baseball: Cubs vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Cubs vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) hits a single off Chicago Cubs starter Shota Imanaga (18) in the second inning of a baseball game against at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 26, 2026.

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Baseball: Cubs vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Cubs vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) slides to steal second base in the first inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 26, 2026.

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Baseball: Cubs vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Cubs vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) hits a single off Chicago Cubs starter Shota Imanaga (18) in the second inning of a baseball game against at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 26, 2026.

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Japan: Otsuchi Town in Iwate Shrouded in Smoke From Wildfire

Two wildfires burning in Otsuchi, Iwate Prefecture have entered their sixth day, with flames continuing to spread into school grounds and residential neighborhoods, prompting authorities to issue new evacuation orders for additional districts. The fires, which broke out on April 22, have scorched more than 1,600 hectares. The videos show the Kirikiri district shrouded in smoke from one of the fires on April 25.

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Baseball: Cubs vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Cubs vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) successfully steals second base as Chicago Cubs second baseman Matt Shaw (6) misses the ball in the first inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 26, 2026.

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Baseball: Cubs vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Cubs vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) successfully steals second base as Chicago Cubs second baseman Matt Shaw (6) misses the ball in the first inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 26, 2026.

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Baseball: Cubs vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Cubs vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) successfully steals second base as Chicago Cubs second baseman Matt Shaw (6) misses the ball in the first inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 26, 2026.

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Baseball: Cubs vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Cubs vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) steals second base in the first inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 25, 2026.

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