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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Work to restore electricity is underway in Yatsushiro in Kumamoto Prefecture, southwestern Japan, on July 31, 2026, three days after a powerful earthquake struck the region.

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Candlelight memorial event in Hiroshima

People march with candles at Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima on the night of July 31, 2026, to mourn atomic bomb victims ahead of the 81st anniversary on Aug. 6 of the U.S. atomic bombing on the western Japan city during World War II.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Work to restore electricity is underway in Yatsushiro in Kumamoto Prefecture, southwestern Japan, on July 31, 2026, three days after a powerful earthquake struck the region.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Work to restore electricity is underway in Yatsushiro in Kumamoto Prefecture, southwestern Japan, on July 31, 2026, three days after a powerful earthquake struck the region.

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Candlelight memorial event in Hiroshima

People march with candles at Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima on the night of July 31, 2026, to mourn atomic bomb victims ahead of the 81st anniversary on Aug. 6 of the U.S. atomic bombing on the western Japan city during World War II.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Work to restore electricity is underway in Yatsushiro in Kumamoto Prefecture, southwestern Japan, on July 31, 2026, three days after a powerful earthquake struck the region.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Work to restore electricity is underway in Yatsushiro in Kumamoto Prefecture, southwestern Japan, on July 31, 2026, three days after a powerful earthquake struck the region.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

A man stands in front of a collapsed house in Hikawa in Kumamoto Prefecture, southwestern Japan, on July 31, 2026, three days after a powerful earthquake struck the region.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Propane gas cylinders lie scattered in Yatsushiro in Kumamoto Prefecture, southwestern Japan, on July 31, 2026, three days after a powerful earthquake struck the region.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

A "torii" gateway is seen collapsed at a shrine in Uki in Kumamoto Prefecture, southwestern Japan, on July 31, 2026, three days after a powerful earthquake hit the region.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

A damaged shrine is pictured in Uki in Kumamoto Prefecture, southwestern Japan, on July 31, 2026, three days after a powerful earthquake hit the region.

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Spain: Thousands of Migrants Cross Into Ceuta From Morocco

Thousands of migrants swam or walked into the Spanish territory of Ceuta from Morocco this week, with at least 18 people dying in the attempt as of Friday, July 31, prompting Spain to deploy its military to help restore order at the border. This video shows large groups of migrants climbing over a fence-like barrier and walking up a paved stairway at Ceuta.

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Spain: Thousands of Migrants Cross Into Ceuta From Morocco 2

Thousands of migrants swam or walked into the Spanish territory of Ceuta from Morocco this week, with at least 18 people dying in the attempt as of Friday, July 31, prompting Spain to deploy its military to help restore order at the border. This video shows migrants appearing to express joy after arriving at the coast.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

A red warning notice reading "Danger" is posted on the wall of a damaged house in Uki in Kumamoto Prefecture, southwestern Japan, on July 31, 2026, three days after a powerful earthquake struck the region.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Workers on July 31, 2026, clean up a carpentry shop in Hikawa in Kumamoto Prefecture, southwestern Japan, after a powerful earthquake hit the region three days earlier.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Staff members on July 31, 2026, clean up a Lawson convenience store in Uki in Kumamoto Prefecture, southwestern Japan, after a powerful earthquake struck the region three days earlier.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

People line up at the town government office in Hikawa in Kumamoto Prefecture, southwestern Japan, on July 31, 2026, to receive bottles of water three days after a powerful earthquake hit the region.

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Golf: Women's British Open

Shiho Kuwaki of Japan hits a putt on the second hole during the second round of the Women's British Open golf tournament on July 31, 2026, at Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club in Lytham St Annes, England.

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Golf: Women's British Open

Miyu Yamashita of Japan hits off the third tee during the second round of the Women's British Open golf tournament on July 31, 2026, at Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club in Lytham St Annes, England.

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Golf: Women's British Open

Shiho Kuwaki of Japan hits off the third tee during the second round of the Women's British Open golf tournament on July 31, 2026, at Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club in Lytham St Annes, England.

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Golf: Women's British Open

Chisato Iwai of Japan hits off the third tee during the second round of the Women's British Open golf tournament on July 31, 2026, at Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club in Lytham St Annes, England.

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Golf: Women's British Open

Miyu Yamashita of Japan hits off the third tee during the second round of the Women's British Open golf tournament on July 31, 2026, at Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club in Lytham St Annes, England.

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Golf: Women's British Open

Chisato Iwai of Japan hits off the third tee during the second round of the Women's British Open golf tournament on July 31, 2026, at Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club in Lytham St Annes, England.

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BOJ key monetary meeting

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda holds a press conference at the central bank's headquarters in Tokyo on July 31, 2026, following a two-day monetary policy meeting.

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BOJ key monetary meeting

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda holds a press conference at the central bank's headquarters in Tokyo on July 31, 2026, following a two-day monetary policy meeting.

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BOJ key monetary meeting

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda holds a press conference at the central bank's headquarters in Tokyo on July 31, 2026, following a two-day monetary policy meeting.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

A Kyushu Shinkansen bullet train runs after leaving Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture on July 31, 2026. The reopening of a section of the Kyushu Shinkansen Line earlier in the day restored full rail service between Kumamoto Station and Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture after a powerful earthquake suspended operations three days earlier.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

A Kyushu Shinkansen bullet train runs after leaving Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture on July 31, 2026. The reopening of a section of the Kyushu Shinkansen Line earlier in the day restored full rail service between Kumamoto Station and Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture after a powerful earthquake suspended operations three days earlier.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

A Kyushu Shinkansen bullet train runs after leaving Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture on July 31, 2026. The reopening of a section of the Kyushu Shinkansen Line earlier in the day restored full rail service between Kumamoto Station and Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture after a powerful earthquake suspended operations three days earlier.

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China: Motorcyclist Rides Into Sudden Hailstorm on Highway 219 in Xinjiang

A motorcyclist riding Highway 219 toward Hongliutan in Hotan, Xinjiang, on July 22, 2026, rode into what he mistook for a clear patch of sky, only to find himself in the middle of a sudden, painful hailstorm.

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China: Motorcyclist Rides Through Falling Rocks on Highway in Xinjiang

On July 22, 2026, on a mountainous stretch of Highway 219 in Hotan, Xinjiang, a motorcyclist rode through falling rocks that tumbled down the slopes and bounced across the asphalt road.

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China: Mudslide Blocks Mountain Road in Yunnan, Stranding Vehicles

A mudslide blocked the mountain road from Shangri-La to Wudi Lake in Yunnan on July 16, 2026, burying vehicles in thick mud and debris and leaving a long line of cars stranded as travelers waited for help.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

A firefighter is engaged in a search and rescue operation at the Aeon Mall Kumamoto shopping center in Kashima, Kumamoto Prefecture, southwestern Japan, on July 31, 2026, three days after a deadly explosion following a powerful earthquake.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

A road is seen cracked in Uki, Kumamoto Prefecture, on July 31, 2026, three days after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

A road is seen cracked in Uki, Kumamoto Prefecture, on July 31, 2026, three days after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

A road is seen cracked in Uki, Kumamoto Prefecture, on July 31, 2026, three days after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Tilted electric poles and collapsed houses are pictured in Uki, Kumamoto Prefecture, on July 31, 2026, three days after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

A warped and cracked road is pictured in Uki, Kumamoto Prefecture, on July 31, 2026, three days after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture.

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Tesla mulls China business separation

Photo taken on April 14, 2026, shows a Tesla Inc. factory in Shanghai. The U.S. electric vehicle maker is considering separating its China operations.

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Tesla mulls China business separation

Photo taken on April 14, 2026, shows a Tesla Inc. factory in Shanghai. The U.S. electric vehicle maker is considering separating its China operations.

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Selection for next U.N. chief

Photo taken on April 22, 2026, shows U.N. Conference on Trade and Development Secretary General Rebeca Grynspan speaking to reporters at the United Nations' headquarters in New York. The former Costa Rican vice president topped the first round of poll to select the next U.N. secretary general.

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China: Residents Form Human Chain to Aid Firefighters at Zhengzhou Auto Market Blaze

Residents in Zhengzhou, Henan, formed a human chain on June 20, 2026, to help firefighters lay water hoses at a massive blaze at Hongda International Auto Market after fire truck water supplies ran short. Crews piped in water from Dongfeng Canal roughly three kilometers away, and locals carried and connected hose sections to keep the operation going.

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Japan: Severe Storm Batters Tokyo With Torrential Rain and Hail 5

The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a Level 3 Heavy Rain Warning for several areas of Tokyo around 7 p.m. Thursday, July 30, warning residents of possible flooding in low-lying areas and rising rivers.

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China: Typhoon Bavi Rips Metal Roof Off Residential Building in Shanghai

Typhoon Bavi tore the metal roof off a residential building in Chongming District, Shanghai on July 12, 2026, with footage showing the structure shaking violently before being ripped apart and blown to the ground by powerful gusts.

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China: Typhoon Noul Batters Shanwei With Heavy Rain and Powerful Winds

Typhoon Noul (known in China as Hongxia) swept through Shanwei, Guangdong on July 26, 2026, bringing torrential rain and powerful winds that roared through the streets, reducing visibility and leaving roads swamped with water.

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Baseball: Mariners vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani is pictured in the dugout during a baseball game against the Seattle Mariners at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on July 30, 2026.

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Baseball: Mariners vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani is pictured in the dugout during a baseball game against the Seattle Mariners at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on July 30, 2026.

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Baseball: Mariners vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani is pictured in the dugout during a baseball game against the Seattle Mariners at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on July 30, 2026.

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Baseball: Mariners vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (R) is pictured alongside right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto in the dugout during a baseball game against the Seattle Mariners at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on July 30, 2026.

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Baseball: Mariners vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Roki Sasaki starts in a baseball game against the Seattle Mariners at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on July 30, 2026.