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Canada: Car Stuck in Floodwater After Storm Hits Edmonton

A severe thunderstorm brought strong winds and heavy rain to Edmonton, Alberta, on Saturday, July 25, as Environment Canada placed the city under a severe thunderstorm watch, warning of possible tornado risk, hail, and lightning in the area. This video shows a car stuck in floodwater on Groat Road.

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Canada: Severe Thunderstorm Brings Strong Winds, Heavy Rain to Edmonton 3

A severe thunderstorm brought strong winds and heavy rain to Edmonton, Alberta, on Saturday, July 25, as Environment Canada placed the city under a severe thunderstorm watch, warning of possible tornado risk, hail, and lightning in the area. The footage shows the severe weather hitting the Klondike Day festival.

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Canada: Severe Thunderstorm Brings Strong Winds, Heavy Rain to Edmonton

A severe thunderstorm brought strong winds and heavy rain to Edmonton, Alberta, on Saturday, July 25, as Environment Canada placed the city under a severe thunderstorm watch, warning of possible tornado risk, hail, and lightning in the area.

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Canada: Severe Thunderstorm Brings Strong Winds, Heavy Rain to Edmonton 2

A severe thunderstorm brought strong winds and heavy rain to Edmonton, Alberta, on Saturday, July 25, as Environment Canada placed the city under a severe thunderstorm watch, warning of possible tornado risk, hail, and lightning in the area.

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"Cruelly hot day" in central Japan

"Cruelly hot day" in central Japan

A woman sprinkles water on a street in Mino in Gifu Prefecture on July 24, 2026, as the mercury reaches 40.2 C in the central Japan city, topping 40 C to mark a "cruelly hot day," the term used by the weather agency this year for temperatures of 40 C or higher.

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US: Tropical Storm Bertha Prompts Closure of Two Florida Panhandle State Parks

Tropical Storm Bertha prompted the closure of St. Andrews State Park and T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park in the Florida Panhandle. Gusty winds, rain, and rough surf also brought double red flags to area beaches and closed two local piers.

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Crown princess Kiko visits quake-hit Wajima

Crown princess Kiko visits quake-hit Wajima

Japanese Crown Princess Kiko visits a regional community center in Wajima, an Ishikawa Prefecture city devastated by the January 2024 massive earthquake, on July 23, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Crown princess Kiko visits quake-hit Wajima

Crown princess Kiko visits quake-hit Wajima

Japanese Crown Princess Kiko (L) visits the venue of a mass medical examination in Wajima, an Ishikawa Prefecture city devastated by the January 2024 massive earthquake, on July 23, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Crown princess Kiko visits quake-hit Wajima

Crown princess Kiko visits quake-hit Wajima

Japanese Crown Princess Kiko (L) chats with medical staff during a visit to the venue of a mass medical examination in Wajima, an Ishikawa Prefecture city devastated by the January 2024 massive earthquake, on July 23, 2026. (Pool photo)

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China: Dark Cloud Resembling Giant Dragon Sweeps Across Sky

A massive dark funnel cloud resembling a dragon appeared over Ningbo, Zhejiang, China, on July 20, 2026, stretching down from a stormy sky with its broad upper section appearing to rotate above the city. Strong winds swept across the ground as the cloud moved through the sky, and local meteorological authorities later confirmed it was a tornado, though its lower end never fully extended to the ground.

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Spain: Nearly Two Million Gather in Madrid for World Cup Victory Parade 4

Nearly two million people gathered in Madrid on Monday, July 20, as Spain's World Cup-winning team held an open-top bus victory parade. The squad was first welcomed at Zarzuela Palace by King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia, before meeting Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and making its way through the city center to Cibeles Square.

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Spain: Nearly Two Million Gather in Madrid for World Cup Victory Parade 2

Nearly two million people gathered in Madrid on Monday, July 20, as Spain's World Cup-winning team held an open-top bus victory parade. The squad was first welcomed at Zarzuela Palace by King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia, before meeting Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and making its way through the city center to Cibeles Square.

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Spain: Nearly Two Million Gather in Madrid for World Cup Victory Parade 3

Nearly two million people gathered in Madrid on Monday, July 20, as Spain's World Cup-winning team held an open-top bus victory parade. The squad was first welcomed at Zarzuela Palace by King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia, before meeting Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and making its way through the city center to Cibeles Square.

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Spain: Nearly Two Million Gather in Madrid for World Cup Victory Parade

Nearly two million people gathered in Madrid on Monday, July 20, as Spain's World Cup-winning team held an open-top bus victory parade. The squad was first welcomed at Zarzuela Palace by King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia, before meeting Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and making its way through the city center to Cibeles Square.

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US: Fight Erupts in Times Square Amid World Cup Celebrations

A fight erupted in New York City's Times Square on Sunday, July 19, as hundreds of fans gathered to celebrate after Spain defeated Argentina in the World Cup final to claim their second title.

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World Cup 2026 – Spain Fans Celebrate World Cup Win in New York 2

After Spain defeated Argentina in the World Cup final to claim their second title, Spain fans were seen celebrating in the streets of New York. Hundreds of fans gathered in Times Square to celebrate.

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US: Strong Storms Sweep Northeast, Dumping Rain and Leaving Damage 2

Strong thunderstorms swept through the Northeast on Saturday, July 18, dumping heavy rain and leaving damage across the region.

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US: Torrential Rain Batters New York City, Triggers Flash Floods 3

New York City was battered by torrential rain, pea-sized hail and thunderstorms on Saturday, July 18, triggering flash flood warnings and widespread disruption across the five boroughs.

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World Cup 2026 – Spain Fans Celebrate World Cup Win in New York

After Spain defeated Argentina in the World Cup final to claim their second title, Spain fans were seen celebrating in the streets of New York. The video was shot outside the Spanish restaurant "La Nacional" in Manhattan when Spain won the match.

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World Cup 2026 – Spain Fans Gather in Madison Square Garden Ahead of Final

Spain fans gathered in Madison Square Garden on Saturday, July 18 a day before the World Cup final.

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World Cup 2026 – Argentina Supporters Take Over Times Square Ahead of Final 2

Argentina fans flooded Times Square on Saturday, July 18, a day before the final match.

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US: Torrential Rain Batters New York City, Triggers Flash Floods

New York City was battered by torrential rain, pea-sized hail and thunderstorms on Saturday, July 18, triggering flash flood warnings and widespread disruption across the five boroughs.

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World Cup 2026 – Argentina Supporters Take Over Times Square Ahead of Final

Argentina fans flooded Times Square on Saturday, July 18, a day before the final match.

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US: 200 Evacuated as Fire Breaks Out at Midtown Skyscraper Restaurant in NYC 2

A fire broke out at a restaurant on East 54th Street in midtown Manhattan on Friday and spread to the 43-story high-rise at 520 Madison Avenue. More than 200 people were evacuated and five civilians suffered minor injuries. The cause of the blaze remained under investigation.

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US: Wildfire Smoke Shrouds NYC Skyline, Air Quality Alert Continues 3

Heavy smoke from wildfires burning in Canada and Minnesota continued to affect air quality across the tri-state area, including New York City, into Friday, July 17. Concentrations peaked Thursday night with the Air Quality Index reaching the "very unhealthy" range, and an air quality alert remained in effect through midnight.

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US: Wildfire Smoke Shrouds NYC Skyline, Air Quality Alert Continues

Heavy smoke from wildfires burning in Canada and Minnesota continued to affect air quality across the tri-state area, including New York City, into Friday, July 17. Concentrations peaked Thursday night with the Air Quality Index reaching the "very unhealthy" range, and an air quality alert remained in effect through midnight.

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US: Wildfire Smoke Shrouds NYC Skyline, Air Quality Alert Continues 2

Heavy smoke from wildfires burning in Canada and Minnesota continued to affect air quality across the tri-state area, including New York City, into Friday, July 17. Concentrations peaked Thursday night with the Air Quality Index reaching the "very unhealthy" range, and an air quality alert remained in effect through midnight.

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US: Haze From Canadian Wildfires Blankets New York, Northeast 9

Wildfire smoke from Canada and the Great Lakes region turned skies hazy over Manhattan and much of the Northeast, prompting air quality alerts. New York City officials warned of possibly deteriorating air quality through Wednesday, July 15, urging caution for people with health conditions sensitive to pollution. This video shows the sun turned red amid the haze from Canadian wildfire smoke on July 16.

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US: Haze From Canadian Wildfires Blankets New York, Northeast 8

Wildfire smoke from Canada and the Great Lakes region turned skies hazy over Manhattan and much of the Northeast, prompting air quality alerts. New York City officials warned of possibly deteriorating air quality through Wednesday, July 15, urging caution for people with health conditions sensitive to pollution.

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US: Haze From Canadian Wildfires Blankets New York, Northeast 7

Wildfire smoke from Canada and the Great Lakes region turned skies hazy over Manhattan and much of the Northeast, prompting air quality alerts. New York City officials warned of possibly deteriorating air quality through Wednesday, July 15, urging caution for people with health conditions sensitive to pollution.

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US: Haze From Canadian Wildfires Blankets New York, Northeast 6

Wildfire smoke from Canada and the Great Lakes region turned skies hazy over Manhattan and much of the Northeast, prompting air quality alerts. New York City officials warned of possibly deteriorating air quality through Wednesday, July 15, urging caution for people with health conditions sensitive to pollution.

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US: Haze From Canadian Wildfires Blankets New York, Northeast 5

Wildfire smoke from Canada and the Great Lakes region turned skies hazy over Manhattan and much of the Northeast, prompting air quality alerts. New York City officials warned of possibly deteriorating air quality through Wednesday, July 15, urging caution for people with health conditions sensitive to pollution.

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US: Haze From Canadian Wildfires Blankets New York, Northeast 3

Wildfire smoke from Canada and the Great Lakes region turned skies hazy over Manhattan and much of the Northeast, prompting air quality alerts. New York City officials warned of possibly deteriorating air quality through Wednesday, July 15, urging caution for people with health conditions sensitive to pollution.

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US: Haze From Canadian Wildfires Blankets New York, Northeast 4

Wildfire smoke from Canada and the Great Lakes region turned skies hazy over Manhattan and much of the Northeast, prompting air quality alerts. New York City officials warned of possibly deteriorating air quality through Wednesday, July 15, urging caution for people with health conditions sensitive to pollution.

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US: Haze From Canadian Wildfires Blankets New York, Northeast 2

Wildfire smoke from Canada and the Great Lakes region turned skies hazy over Manhattan and much of the Northeast, prompting air quality alerts. New York City officials warned of possibly deteriorating air quality through Wednesday, July 15, urging caution for people with health conditions sensitive to pollution.

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US: New Yorkers Gather for Last Manhattanhenge Sunset of the Year 2

People gathered along Manhattan's cross streets on Sunday, July 12, to watch Manhattanhenge, when the setting sun aligned with the city's grid for a "half sun" effect. Clear skies allowed for near perfect viewing conditions of the phenomenon, which had occurred the night before as a "full sun" alignment and marked the last chance to see it in 2026.

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US: Haze From Canadian Wildfires Blankets New York, Northeast

Wildfire smoke from Canada and the Great Lakes region turned skies hazy over Manhattan and much of the Northeast, prompting air quality alerts. New York City officials warned of possibly deteriorating air quality through Wednesday, July 15, urging caution for people with health conditions sensitive to pollution.

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UK: Smoke From Dovestone Reservoir Fire Spreads Through Greater Manchester 2

Firefighters battled a major moorland fire above Dovestone Reservoir in Saddleworth, Greater Manchester, which started Saturday, July 11. The massive fire sent smoke as far as Sale, Stockport and Levenshulme. Residents were advised to keep their windows shut. A woman has been arrested on suspicion of arson.

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[Breaking News]Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival in Fukuoka

FUKUOKA, Japan, July 15 Kyodo - A "yamakasa" decorated float is carried along a 5-kilometer course during the annual Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival in the early morning of July 15, 2026, in the southwestern Japan city of Fukuoka. (Kyodo)

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Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival in Fukuoka

Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival in Fukuoka

People run while carrying a "yamakasa" decorated float along a 5-kilometer course during the annual Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival in the early morning of July 15, 2026, in the southwestern Japan city of Fukuoka.

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Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival in Fukuoka

Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival in Fukuoka

People run while carrying a "yamakasa" decorated float along a 5-kilometer course during the annual Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival in the early morning of July 15, 2026, in the southwestern Japan city of Fukuoka.

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Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival in Fukuoka

Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival in Fukuoka

People run while carrying a "yamakasa" decorated float along a 5-kilometer course during the annual Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival in the early morning of July 15, 2026, in the southwestern Japan city of Fukuoka.

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Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival in Fukuoka

Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival in Fukuoka

People run while carrying a "yamakasa" decorated float along a 5-kilometer course during the annual Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival in the early morning of July 15, 2026, in the southwestern Japan city of Fukuoka.

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Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival in Fukuoka

Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival in Fukuoka

A "yamakasa" decorated float is carried along a 5-kilometer course during the annual Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival in the early morning of July 15, 2026, in the southwestern Japan city of Fukuoka.

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US: New Yorkers Gather for Last Manhattanhenge Sunset of the Year

People gathered along Manhattan's cross streets on Sunday, July 12, to watch Manhattanhenge, when the setting sun aligned with the city's grid for a "half sun" effect. Clear skies allowed for near perfect viewing conditions of the phenomenon, which had occurred the night before as a "full sun" alignment and marked the last chance to see it in 2026.

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Hakata Gion festival in Fukuoka

Hakata Gion festival in Fukuoka

People carry a "yamakasa" decorated float during the annual Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival on July 13, 2026, in the southwestern Japan city of Fukuoka.

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Hakata Gion festival in Fukuoka

Hakata Gion festival in Fukuoka

People run while carrying a "yamakasa" decorated float during the annual Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival on July 13, 2026, in the southwestern Japan city of Fukuoka.

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Hakata Gion festival in Fukuoka

Hakata Gion festival in Fukuoka

People carry a "yamakasa" decorated float during the annual Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival on July 13, 2026, in the southwestern Japan city of Fukuoka.

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Hakata Gion festival in Fukuoka

Hakata Gion festival in Fukuoka

People carry a "yamakasa" decorated float during the annual Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival on July 13, 2026, in the southwestern Japan city of Fukuoka.

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Hakata Gion festival in Fukuoka

Hakata Gion festival in Fukuoka

People carry a "yamakasa" decorated float during the annual Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival on July 13, 2026, in the southwestern Japan city of Fukuoka.

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