Philippines: Typhoon Fung-wong Brings Damaging Winds, Forces Mass Evacuation 3

Super Typhoon Fung-wong, known locally as Uwan, made landfall on Sunday, November 9, in Aurora Province, Luzon, with winds of around 185 km/h. Over a million people evacuated as heavy rains and strong winds cut power across Luzon. At least four people were killed, according to reports.

UK: Northern Lights Dazzle Across Country After Solar Storm

The Northern Lights lit up skies across the UK on Monday night September 1, from Scotland to Kent, following a strong solar storm, with another display possible Tuesday.

US: Severe Thunderstorm Brings Large Hail to West Texas

A severe thunderstorm moved through Texas on Sunday, June 8, bringing strong winds, large hail, and tornado threats. This video shows hail pelting a household swimming pool in Big Spring, Texas.

US: Powerful Storms Sweep Through Illinois, Multiple Tornadoes Confirmed

A powerful storm system moved through the Midwest on Wednesday, March 19, prompting tornado warnings and watches in several areas of Illinois. The National Weather Service later confirmed that eight tornadoes touched down in the greater Chicago area during the storms. This video shows a rotating cloud formation, spotted in New Lenox, central Will County, with sirens sounded in the background.

US: Powerful Storms Sweep Through Illinois, Multiple Tornadoes Confirmed 2

A powerful storm system moved through the Midwest on Wednesday, March 19, prompting tornado warnings and watches in several areas of Illinois. The National Weather Service later confirmed that eight tornadoes touched down in the greater Chicago area during the storms. This video shows a rotating cloud formation, spotted in New Lenox, central Will County, with sirens sounded in the background.

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 22, 2024 - A large cargo ship carries out container handling operations at the automated terminal of Phase 4 of Yangshan deep-water Port area in Shanghai, China, December 22, 2024. On the same day, the container throughput of Shanghai Port in 2024 exceeded 50 million TEUs, becoming the first container terminal in the world to break the 50 million mark.

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 22, 2024 - A large cargo ship carries out container handling operations at the automated terminal of Phase 4 of Yangshan deep-water Port area in Shanghai, China, December 22, 2024. On the same day, the container throughput of Shanghai Port in 2024 exceeded 50 million TEUs, becoming the first container terminal in the world to break the 50 million mark.

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 22, 2024 - A large cargo ship carries out container handling operations at the automated terminal of Phase 4 of Yangshan deep-water Port area in Shanghai, China, December 22, 2024. On the same day, the container throughput of Shanghai Port in 2024 exceeded 50 million TEUs, becoming the first container terminal in the world to break the 50 million mark.

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 22, 2024 - A large cargo ship carries out container handling operations at the automated terminal of Phase 4 of Yangshan deep-water Port area in Shanghai, China, December 22, 2024. On the same day, the container throughput of Shanghai Port in 2024 exceeded 50 million TEUs, becoming the first container terminal in the world to break the 50 million mark.

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 22, 2024 - A large cargo ship carries out container handling operations at the automated terminal of Phase 4 of Yangshan deep-water Port area in Shanghai, China, December 22, 2024. On the same day, the container throughput of Shanghai Port in 2024 exceeded 50 million TEUs, becoming the first container terminal in the world to break the 50 million mark.

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 22, 2024 - A large cargo ship carries out container handling operations at the automated terminal of Phase 4 of Yangshan deep-water Port area in Shanghai, China, December 22, 2024. On the same day, the container throughput of Shanghai Port in 2024 exceeded 50 million TEUs, becoming the first container terminal in the world to break the 50 million mark.

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 22, 2024 - A large cargo ship carries out container handling operations at the automated terminal of Phase 4 of Yangshan deep-water Port area in Shanghai, China, December 22, 2024. On the same day, the container throughput of Shanghai Port in 2024 exceeded 50 million TEUs, becoming the first container terminal in the world to break the 50 million mark.

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 22, 2024 - A large cargo ship carries out container handling operations at the automated terminal of Phase 4 of Yangshan deep-water Port area in Shanghai, China, December 22, 2024. On the same day, the container throughput of Shanghai Port in 2024 exceeded 50 million TEUs, becoming the first container terminal in the world to break the 50 million mark.

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 22, 2024 - A large cargo ship carries out container handling operations at the automated terminal of Phase 4 of Yangshan deep-water Port area in Shanghai, China, December 22, 2024. On the same day, the container throughput of Shanghai Port in 2024 exceeded 50 million TEUs, becoming the first container terminal in the world to break the 50 million mark.

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 22, 2024 - A large cargo ship carries out container handling operations at the automated terminal of Phase 4 of Yangshan deep-water Port area in Shanghai, China, December 22, 2024. On the same day, the container throughput of Shanghai Port in 2024 exceeded 50 million TEUs, becoming the first container terminal in the world to break the 50 million mark.

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 22, 2024 - A large cargo ship carries out container handling operations at the automated terminal of Phase 4 of Yangshan deep-water Port area in Shanghai, China, December 22, 2024. On the same day, the container throughput of Shanghai Port in 2024 exceeded 50 million TEUs, becoming the first container terminal in the world to break the 50 million mark.

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 22, 2024 - A large cargo ship carries out container handling operations at the automated terminal of Phase 4 of Yangshan deep-water Port area in Shanghai, China, December 22, 2024. On the same day, the container throughput of Shanghai Port in 2024 exceeded 50 million TEUs, becoming the first container terminal in the world to break the 50 million mark.

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 22, 2024 - A large cargo ship carries out container handling operations at the automated terminal of Phase 4 of Yangshan deep-water Port area in Shanghai, China, December 22, 2024. On the same day, the container throughput of Shanghai Port in 2024 exceeded 50 million TEUs, becoming the first container terminal in the world to break the 50 million mark.

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 22, 2024 - A large cargo ship carries out container handling operations at the automated terminal of Phase 4 of Yangshan deep-water Port area in Shanghai, China, December 22, 2024. On the same day, the container throughput of Shanghai Port in 2024 exceeded 50 million TEUs, becoming the first container terminal in the world to break the 50 million mark.

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 22, 2024 - A large cargo ship carries out container handling operations at the automated terminal of Phase 4 of Yangshan deep-water Port area in Shanghai, China, December 22, 2024. On the same day, the container throughput of Shanghai Port in 2024 exceeded 50 million TEUs, becoming the first container terminal in the world to break the 50 million mark.

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 22, 2024 - A large cargo ship carries out container handling operations at the automated terminal of Phase 4 of Yangshan deep-water Port area in Shanghai, China, December 22, 2024. On the same day, the container throughput of Shanghai Port in 2024 exceeded 50 million TEUs, becoming the first container terminal in the world to break the 50 million mark.

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 22, 2024 - A large cargo ship carries out container handling operations at the automated terminal of Phase 4 of Yangshan deep-water Port area in Shanghai, China, December 22, 2024. On the same day, the container throughput of Shanghai Port in 2024 exceeded 50 million TEUs, becoming the first container terminal in the world to break the 50 million mark.

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 22, 2024 - A large cargo ship carries out container handling operations at the automated terminal of Phase 4 of Yangshan deep-water Port area in Shanghai, China, December 22, 2024. On the same day, the container throughput of Shanghai Port in 2024 exceeded 50 million TEUs, becoming the first container terminal in the world to break the 50 million mark.

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 22, 2024 - A large cargo ship carries out container handling operations at the automated terminal of Phase 4 of Yangshan deep-water Port area in Shanghai, China, December 22, 2024. On the same day, the container throughput of Shanghai Port in 2024 exceeded 50 million TEUs, becoming the first container terminal in the world to break the 50 million mark.

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

Shanghai Port Container Annual Throughput Exceeded 50 Million TEU

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 22, 2024 - A large cargo ship carries out container handling operations at the automated terminal of Phase 4 of Yangshan deep-water Port area in Shanghai, China, December 22, 2024. On the same day, the container throughput of Shanghai Port in 2024 exceeded 50 million TEUs, becoming the first container terminal in the world to break the 50 million mark.

Philippines: Typhoon Usagi Brings Strong Winds And Heavy Rain To Northern Luzon

Super Typhoon Usagi, locally known as Ofel, is the fifth major storm to hit the Philippines in three weeks, bringing strong winds and heavy rain to Northern Luzon on Thursday, November 14. The country issued its highest storm alert and evacuated thousands of people.

Philippines: Typhoon Usagi Brings Strong Winds And Heavy Rain To Northern Luzon 2

Super Typhoon Usagi, locally known as Ofel, is the fifth major storm to hit the Philippines in three weeks, bringing strong winds and heavy rain to Northern Luzon on Thursday, November 14. The country issued its highest storm alert and evacuated thousands of people.

India: Air Force Show Causes Travel Chaos In Chennai 2

An air show was held on Sunday, October 6, at Chennai Marina Beach to mark the 92nd IAF (Indian Air Force) Day celebrations. More than 1.5 million people flocked to the beach in scorching heat to watch the show. Buses and trains were packed for hours. Five people died, and more than 100 were taken to hospitals due to heatstroke and dehydration.

India: Air Force Show Causes Travel Chaos In Chennai

An air show was held on Sunday, October 6, at Chennai Marina Beach to mark the 92nd IAF (Indian Air Force) Day celebrations. More than 1.5 million people flocked to the beach in scorching heat to watch the show. Buses and trains were packed for hours. Five people died, and more than 100 were taken to hospitals due to heatstroke and dehydration.

US: Valley Fire Rages Near Boise, Idaho, Burning Over 9,400 Acres 2

The Valley Fire, a wildfire, broke out in east Boise, Idaho, on Friday, October 4, burning more than 9,400 acres as of Saturday. The cause is still under investigation. Evacuation notices were issued, and schools and several roads were closed in the area.

Trudeau Announces More Than $ 575M Goodyear Expansion Project - Canada

Trudeau Announces More Than $ 575M Goodyear Expansion Project - Canada

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is joined by Premier of Ontario Doug Ford, and Liberal MP Mark Gerretsen, at a question and answer session after an announcement at Goodyear plant in Napanee,ON, Canada,, on Monday, August 12, 2024. Buoyed by up to $44.3 million in federal subsidies and another $ 20 million in provincial funding, Goodyear is expanding its Napanee factory to produce specialized tires for EVs and all-terrain vehicles. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company said its more than $ 75-million investment will create another 200 skilled positions in Napanee, 225 kilometres east of Toronto, ballooning its workforce to 1,000 workers by 2027. Photo by Justin Tang/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Trudeau Announces More Than $ 575M Goodyear Expansion Project - Canada

Trudeau Announces More Than $ 575M Goodyear Expansion Project - Canada

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau shakes hands with Mark Stewart, Chief Executive Officer and President of Goodyear, during an announcement at the Goodyear plant in Napanee,ON, Canada,, on Monday, August 12, 2024. Buoyed by up to $44.3 million in federal subsidies and another $ 20 million in provincial funding, Goodyear is expanding its Napanee factory to produce specialized tires for EVs and all-terrain vehicles. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company said its more than $ 75-million investment will create another 200 skilled positions in Napanee, 225 kilometres east of Toronto, ballooning its workforce to 1,000 workers by 2027. Photo by Justin Tang/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Trudeau Announces More Than $ 575M Goodyear Expansion Project - Canada

Trudeau Announces More Than $ 575M Goodyear Expansion Project - Canada

Left to right, Mark Stewart, Chief Executive Officer and President of Goodyear, left, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, and Premier of Ontario Doug Ford arrive for an announcement at the Goodyear plant in Napanee,ON, Canada,, on Monday, August 12, 2024. Buoyed by up to $44.3 million in federal subsidies and another $ 20 million in provincial funding, Goodyear is expanding its Napanee factory to produce specialized tires for EVs and all-terrain vehicles. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company said its more than $ 75-million investment will create another 200 skilled positions in Napanee, 225 kilometres east of Toronto, ballooning its workforce to 1,000 workers by 2027. Photo by Justin Tang/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Trudeau Announces More Than $ 575M Goodyear Expansion Project - Canada

Trudeau Announces More Than $ 575M Goodyear Expansion Project - Canada

Mark Stewart, Chief Executive Officer and President of Goodyear, speaks at an announcement at the Goodyear plant in Napanee,ON, Canada,, on Monday, August 12, 2024. Buoyed by up to $44.3 million in federal subsidies and another $ 20 million in provincial funding, Goodyear is expanding its Napanee factory to produce specialized tires for EVs and all-terrain vehicles. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company said its more than $ 75-million investment will create another 200 skilled positions in Napanee, 225 kilometres east of Toronto, ballooning its workforce to 1,000 workers by 2027. Photo by Justin Tang/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Trudeau Announces More Than $ 575M Goodyear Expansion Project - Canada

Trudeau Announces More Than $ 575M Goodyear Expansion Project - Canada

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, speaks during an announcement at the Goodyear plant in Napanee,ON, Canada,, with Mark Stewart, Chief Executive Officer and President of Goodyear, third from left, and Premier of Ontario Doug Ford, on Monday, August 12, 2024. Buoyed by up to $44.3 million in federal subsidies and another $ 20 million in provincial funding, Goodyear is expanding its Napanee factory to produce specialized tires for EVs and all-terrain vehicles. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company said its more than $ 75-million investment will create another 200 skilled positions in Napanee, 225 kilometres east of Toronto, ballooning its workforce to 1,000 workers by 2027. Photo by Justin Tang/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Trudeau Announces More Than $ 575M Goodyear Expansion Project - Canada

Trudeau Announces More Than $ 575M Goodyear Expansion Project - Canada

Left to right, Mark Stewart, Chief Executive Officer and President of Goodyear, centre left, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, and Premier of Ontario Doug Ford arrive for an announcement at the Goodyear plant in Napanee,ON, Canada,, on Monday, August 12, 2024. Buoyed by up to $44.3 million in federal subsidies and another $ 20 million in provincial funding, Goodyear is expanding its Napanee factory to produce specialized tires for EVs and all-terrain vehicles. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company said its more than $ 75-million investment will create another 200 skilled positions in Napanee, 225 kilometres east of Toronto, ballooning its workforce to 1,000 workers by 2027. Photo by Justin Tang/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Trudeau Announces More Than $ 575M Goodyear Expansion Project - Canada

Trudeau Announces More Than $ 575M Goodyear Expansion Project - Canada

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks during an announcement at the Goodyear plant in Napanee,ON, Canada,, with Mark Stewart, right, Chief Executive Officer and President of Goodyear, on Monday, August 12, 2024. Buoyed by up to $44.3 million in federal subsidies and another $ 20 million in provincial funding, Goodyear is expanding its Napanee factory to produce specialized tires for EVs and all-terrain vehicles. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company said its more than $ 75-million investment will create another 200 skilled positions in Napanee, 225 kilometres east of Toronto, ballooning its workforce to 1,000 workers by 2027. Photo by Justin Tang/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

CHINA-JILIN-CHANGCHUN-FAW JIEFANG-9 MILLIONTH VEHICLE (CN)

CHINA-JILIN-CHANGCHUN-FAW JIEFANG-9 MILLIONTH VEHICLE (CN)

(240716) -- CHANGCHUN, July 16, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A ceremony is held to mark the 60 millionth vehicle of FAW Group as well as the 9 millionth vehicle of FAW Jiefang rolling off the production line in Changchun, northeast China's Jilin Province, July 16, 2024. FAW Jiefang, a truck subsidiary of China's leading automaker FAW Group, saw its 9 millionth vehicle roll off the production line on Tuesday, bringing the group's total vehicle output to 60 million. Founded in 1953 and headquartered in Jilin Province, the state-owned FAW Group is known as the bedrock of China's auto industry. The first Jiefang truck rolled off assembly line in 1956. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Yan Linyun)

CHINA-JILIN-CHANGCHUN-FAW JIEFANG-9 MILLIONTH VEHICLE (CN)

CHINA-JILIN-CHANGCHUN-FAW JIEFANG-9 MILLIONTH VEHICLE (CN)

(240716) -- CHANGCHUN, July 16, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A ceremony is held to mark the 60 millionth vehicle of FAW Group as well as the 9 millionth vehicle of FAW Jiefang rolling off the production line in Changchun, northeast China's Jilin Province, July 16, 2024. FAW Jiefang, a truck subsidiary of China's leading automaker FAW Group, saw its 9 millionth vehicle roll off the production line on Tuesday, bringing the group's total vehicle output to 60 million. Founded in 1953 and headquartered in Jilin Province, the state-owned FAW Group is known as the bedrock of China's auto industry. The first Jiefang truck rolled off assembly line in 1956. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Yan Linyun)

US: Passengers At Chicago O’Hare Airport Ordered To Shelter In Place Amid Tornado Warning 2

People at the Chicago O'Hare International Airport were told to shelter in place amid tornado threats and severe weather in the area on Monday night, July 15. A tornado warning prompted the order as severe weather rolled through the Chicago area. A large tornado was reported on the ground at the airport before 10 p.m.

Myanmar burns seized narcotics to mark World Drug Day

STORY: Myanmar burns seized narcotics to mark World Drug Day SHOOTING TIME: June 26, 2024 DATELINE: June 27, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:43 LOCATION: YANGON, Myanmar CATEGORY: SOCIETY/LAW SHOTLIST: 1. various of the event (source: MRTV) STORYLINE: Myanmar authorities on Wednesday burnt seized narcotics in Yangon, Mandalay, Taunggyi and over 20 townships to mark the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, the Information Team of the State Administration Council reported. A total of 77 kinds of narcotics and chemicals were burnt on the occasion, the report said. The burnt narcotics included 1,366 kg of opium, 2,178 kg of heroin, 239 million stimulant tablets, 23,393 kg of ICE, 1,775 kg of kratom powder, 1,257 kg of cannabis, 4,165 kg of ketamine and 12 kg of brown opium powder, it said. In his World Drug Day message, Chairman of the State Administration Council Senior General Min Aung Hlaing said Myanmar is facing challenges related to opium poppy cultivation, synthetic drug producti

THAILAND-SAMUT PRAKAN-ILLEGAL DRUGS-DESTROYED

THAILAND-SAMUT PRAKAN-ILLEGAL DRUGS-DESTROYED

(240626) -- BANGKOK, June 26, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A police officer stands guard in front of the illegal drugs to be burned at Bang Pu in Thailand's Samut Prakan Province, June 26, 2024. Thailand burned more than 20 tons of confiscated narcotic drugs worth 6.45 billion baht (about 175 million U.S. dollars) on Wednesday to mark the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, authorities said. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Rachen Sageamsak)

THAILAND-SAMUT PRAKAN-ILLEGAL DRUGS-DESTROYED

THAILAND-SAMUT PRAKAN-ILLEGAL DRUGS-DESTROYED

(240626) -- BANGKOK, June 26, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A police officer stands guard in front of the illegal drugs to be burned at Bang Pu in Thailand's Samut Prakan Province, June 26, 2024. Thailand burned more than 20 tons of confiscated narcotic drugs worth 6.45 billion baht (about 175 million U.S. dollars) on Wednesday to mark the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, authorities said. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Rachen Sageamsak)

THAILAND-SAMUT PRAKAN-ILLEGAL DRUGS-DESTROYED

THAILAND-SAMUT PRAKAN-ILLEGAL DRUGS-DESTROYED

(240626) -- BANGKOK, June 26, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A police officer stands guard in front of the illegal drugs to be burned at Bang Pu in Thailand's Samut Prakan Province, June 26, 2024. Thailand burned more than 20 tons of confiscated narcotic drugs worth 6.45 billion baht (about 175 million U.S. dollars) on Wednesday to mark the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, authorities said. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Rachen Sageamsak)

THAILAND-SAMUT PRAKAN-ILLEGAL DRUGS-DESTROYED

THAILAND-SAMUT PRAKAN-ILLEGAL DRUGS-DESTROYED

(240626) -- BANGKOK, June 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A police officer stands guard in front of the illegal drugs to be burned at Bang Pu in Thailand's Samut Prakan Province, June 26, 2024. Thailand burned more than 20 tons of confiscated narcotic drugs worth 6.45 billion baht (about 175 million U.S. dollars) on Wednesday to mark the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, authorities said. (Xinhua/Rachen Sageamsak)

THAILAND-SAMUT PRAKAN-ILLEGAL DRUGS-DESTROYED

THAILAND-SAMUT PRAKAN-ILLEGAL DRUGS-DESTROYED

(240626) -- BANGKOK, June 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A police officer stands guard in front of the illegal drugs to be burned at Bang Pu in Thailand's Samut Prakan Province, June 26, 2024. Thailand burned more than 20 tons of confiscated narcotic drugs worth 6.45 billion baht (about 175 million U.S. dollars) on Wednesday to mark the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, authorities said. (Xinhua/Rachen Sageamsak)

THAILAND-SAMUT PRAKAN-ILLEGAL DRUGS-DESTROYED

THAILAND-SAMUT PRAKAN-ILLEGAL DRUGS-DESTROYED

(240626) -- BANGKOK, June 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A police officer stands guard in front of the illegal drugs to be burned at Bang Pu in Thailand's Samut Prakan Province, June 26, 2024. Thailand burned more than 20 tons of confiscated narcotic drugs worth 6.45 billion baht (about 175 million U.S. dollars) on Wednesday to mark the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, authorities said. (Xinhua/Rachen Sageamsak)

US: Fast-Moving ‘Post Fire’ Rages In Gorman, Southern California 3

A brush fire, dubbed the Post Fire, that broke out near Interstate 5 in Gorman, Southern California, on Saturday, June 15, quickly spread due to strong winds and burned thousands of acres and forced evacuations. The fire exploded to more than 15,600 acres on Monday, and an air quality alert was in effect for parts of Los Angeles and Ventura counties.

Xinjiang sees increasing new energy installed capacity

STORY: Xinjiang sees increasing new energy installed capacity SHOOTING TIME: April 23, 2024 DATELINE: April 24, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:39 LOCATION: URUMQI, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of windmills in Xinjiang STORYLINE: The installed capacity of new energy in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region has exceeded 70 million kilowatts, nearly a half of the region's total installed capacity, said local electricity authorities on Tuesday. According to the State Grid Xinjiang Electric Power Co., Ltd., the region is expected to notch up some 89 million kilowatts of new energy installed capacity by the end of this year, which will mark new energy becoming Xinjiang's most important electricity source. Last year, Xinjiang generated 502.6 billion kWh of electricity, of which 90.5 billion kWh were contributed by its new energy, said the company. Rich in wind and solar power resources, Xinjiang is one of the leading regions in the country in terms of new energy development. Xinhua News Agenc

Japan's population falls below 125 million

STORY: Japan's population falls below 125 million SHOOTING TIME: Earlier footage DATELINE: April 13, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:46 LOCATION: Tokyo CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of street view in Tokyo STORYLINE: Japan's population, including non-Japanese residents, fell by 595,000, or 0.48 percent, from a year earlier to 124,352,000 as of Oct. 1, 2023, down for the 13th consecutive year, government data showed Friday. The population of Japanese nationals dropped by 837,000, or 0.69 percent, to 121,193,000, marking the steepest fall since comparable data became available in 1950, according to a demographic survey by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications. The number of people aged 75 or above rose 713,000 to about 20.08 million, topping the 20 million mark for the first time, while those aged from zero to 14 fell 329,000 to about 14.17 million, or 11.4 percent of the total population, the lowest ever, data showed. Meanwhile, the foreign national population gained by 243,000 to about 3.16 mi