World Cup 2026 – Cape Verde Fans Celebrate as Debutants Stun Spain With Historic 0-0 Draw

Cape Verde pulled off a stunning upset on Monday, holding heavily favored Spain to a 0-0 draw in the island nation's first-ever World Cup match, earning the 67th-ranked debutants a historic point against the second-ranked European champions. This video shows Cape Verde fans gathering at City of Providence watch party for the game vs. Spain at the municipal parking lot across from Pawtucket City Hall.

Japan: Typhoon Jangmi Lashes Okinawa and Amami Islands With Destructive Winds

Typhoon Jangmi brought heavy rain and damaging winds to Okinawa and Amami islands, southern Japan, as it approached Okinawa's main island on Monday, June 1. All flights to and from Naha Airport were cancelled, while public transport, schools, and businesses were also shut for the day.

Japan: High Waves Pound Yoron Island Shore as Typhoon Jangmi Approaches

Typhoon Jangmi brought strong winds to Okinawa and Amami islands, southern Japan on Monday, June 1 as it approached the Okinawa main island.

US: Palisades Fire Visible From Flights Near LAX As 30,000 Evacuate 4

Huge plumes of smoke were visible from flights arriving and departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) as a wildfire rapidly spread through Pacific Palisades fueled by Santa Ana winds on Tuesday, January 7. The fire has scorched more than 2,900 acres, prompting the evacuation of nearly 30,000 residents and causing several road closures. Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency to provide additional support to the affected communities.

US: Palisades Fire Smoke Visible From Flights Near LAX As 30,000 Evacuate 2

Huge plumes of smoke were visible from flights arriving and departing from Los Angeles International Airport as a wildfire rapidly spread through Pacific Palisades fueled by Santa Ana winds on Tuesday, January 7. The fire has scorched more than 2,900 acres, prompting the evacuation of nearly 30,000 residents and causing several road closures. Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency to provide additional support to the affected communities.

Cats on island

Cats on island

MATSUYAMA, Japan - Photo shows cats on Ao Island in Ozu, Ehime Prefecture, on Nov. 23, 2013. Cat lovers lately have begun flocking to the island with 15 residents and more than 100 cats in the Seto Inland Sea.

6 Japanese swimmers complete 110-km relay to Taiwan

6 Japanese swimmers complete 110-km relay to Taiwan

SU-AO, Taiwan - A team of six Japanese swim in waters near the Taiwanese town of Su-ao on Sept. 19, 2011. They completed a 110-kilometer relay from Japan's westernmost island of Yonaguni, Okinawa Prefecture, to the town to express gratitude to the Taiwanese people for sending donations to Japanese people afflicted by the March 11 earthquake and tsunami.

6 Japanese swimmers complete 110-km relay to Taiwan

6 Japanese swimmers complete 110-km relay to Taiwan

SU-AO, Taiwan - A team of six Japanese swimmers (in blue swimming caps), including Kazuya Suzuki (1st man wearing swimming cap) is welcomed by local people at a beach in the Taiwanese town of Su-ao on Sept. 19, 2011, after completing a 110-kilometer relay from Japan's westernmost island of Yonaguni, Okinawa Prefecture. The relay was conducted to express gratitude to the Taiwanese people for sending donations to Japanese people afflicted by the March 11 earthquake and tsunami.

6 Japanese swimmers complete 110-km relay to Taiwan

6 Japanese swimmers complete 110-km relay to Taiwan

SU-AO, Taiwan - A team of six Japanese swimmers (in blue swimming caps) including Kazuya Suzuki (3rd from R, front row) arrive at a beach in the Taiwanese town of Su-ao on Sept. 19, 2011, after completing a 110-kilometer relay from Japan's westernmost island of Yonaguni, Okinawa Prefecture, to express gratitude to the Taiwanese people for sending donations to Japanese people afflicted by the March 11 earthquake and tsunami.

6 Japanese swimmers complete 110-km relay to Taiwan

6 Japanese swimmers complete 110-km relay to Taiwan

SU-AO, Taiwan - A team of six Japanese swimmers (in blue swimming caps), including Kazuya Suzuki (1st man wearing swimming cap) is welcomed by local people at a beach in the Taiwanese town of Su-ao on Sept. 19, 2011, after completing a 110-kilometer relay from Japan's westernmost island of Yonaguni, Okinawa Prefecture. The relay was conducted to express gratitude to the Taiwanese people for sending donations to Japanese people afflicted by the March 11 earthquake and tsunami. (Kyodo)

6 Japanese swimmers complete 110-km relay to Taiwan

6 Japanese swimmers complete 110-km relay to Taiwan

SU-AO, Taiwan - A team of six Japanese swim in waters near the Taiwanese town of Su-ao on Sept. 19, 2011. They completed a 110-kilometer relay from Japan's westernmost island of Yonaguni, Okinawa Prefecture, to the town to express gratitude to the Taiwanese people for sending donations to Japanese people afflicted by the March 11 earthquake and tsunami. (Kyodo)

6 Japanese swimmers complete 110-km relay to Taiwan

6 Japanese swimmers complete 110-km relay to Taiwan

SU-AO, Taiwan - A team of six Japanese swimmers (in blue swimming caps) including Kazuya Suzuki (3rd from R, front row) arrive at a beach in the Taiwanese town of Su-ao on Sept. 19, 2011, after completing a 110-kilometer relay from Japan's westernmost island of Yonaguni, Okinawa Prefecture, to express gratitude to the Taiwanese people for sending donations to Japanese people afflicted by the March 11 earthquake and tsunami. (Kyodo)

ao Tome and Principe prime minister in China

ao Tome and Principe prime minister in China

Sao Tome and Principe Prime Minister Patrice Trovoada (L) and Chinese Premier Li Keqiang attend a welcome ceremony at Beijing's Great Hall of the People on April 12, 2017. The tiny African island nation re-established diplomatic relations with China in December 2016, less than a week after breaking off its ties with Taiwan. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo