Chile: Deadly Storm Pounds Valparaiso, Cuts Power to 400,000 Homes

A powerful storm system battered central Chile, killing four people and prompting Valparaíso to declare a red alert as rainfall exceeded 140 millimeters in under two days and winds reached up to 160 kilometers per hour. The storm, described by Chile's meteorological service as one of the most intense in recent years, affected 10 of the country's 16 regions, cutting power to more than 400,000 homes and forcing evacuations of entire neighborhoods near rivers such as the Marga Marga and Quilpué amid fears of flooding.

US: Two Dead as Flash Floods Sweep Through Texas Hill Country 2

At least two people were dead in catastrophic flash flooding that tore through the Texas Hill Country, as torrential rain sent creeks and rivers rapidly rising. Governor Greg Abbott declared disasters in 59 counties and said more than 230 people were rescued.

US: Life-Threatening Flash Flooding Hits Texas Hill Country 2

Life-threatening flash flooding is unfolding across Texas Hill Country as torrential rain triggers rapidly rising creeks and rivers. Governor Greg Abbott declared disasters in 59 counties.

Prime Minister Takaichi at upper house committee

Prime Minister Takaichi at upper house committee

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi speaks during a House of Councillors judicial affairs committee session in Tokyo on July 16, 2026, on a bill to revise the country's retrial system.

Prime Minister Takaichi at upper house committee

Prime Minister Takaichi at upper house committee

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi speaks during a House of Councillors judicial affairs committee session in Tokyo on July 16, 2026, on a bill to revise the country's retrial system.

Canada: Aerial Video Shows Wildfires Burning Near Armstrong, Ontario

Wildfires burn near Armstrong, Ontario, as seen from a small aircraft flying between Smoothrock Lake and Mattice Lake on Monday, June 13, 2026. The footage comes as more than 100 wildfires burn across the province, with several northwestern Ontario communities under threat and smoke blanketing Toronto in some of the world's worst air quality this week.

US: Life-Threatening Flash Flooding Hits Texas Hill Country

Life-threatening flash flooding is unfolding across Texas Hill Country as torrential rain triggers rapidly rising creeks and rivers. Governor Greg Abbott declared disasters in 59 counties.

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

ULAANBAATAR, Mongolia, July 13 Kyodo - The opening ceremony for Mongolia's Naadam sport festival is held in Ulaanbaatar on July 11, 2026, with several thousands of athletes from across the country taking part in the three-day competition that involves horse racing, archery and wrestling. (Kyodo)

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

The opening ceremony for Mongolia's Naadam sport festival is held in Ulaanbaatar on July 11, 2026, with several thousands of athletes from across the country taking part in the three-day competition that involves horse racing, archery and wrestling.

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

The opening ceremony for Mongolia's Naadam sport festival is held in Ulaanbaatar on July 11, 2026, with several thousands of athletes from across the country taking part in the three-day competition that involves horse racing, archery and wrestling.

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

The opening ceremony for Mongolia's Naadam sport festival is held in Ulaanbaatar on July 11, 2026, with several thousands of athletes from across the country taking part in the three-day competition that involves horse racing, archery and wrestling.

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

The opening ceremony for Mongolia's Naadam sport festival is held in Ulaanbaatar on July 11, 2026, with several thousands of athletes from across the country taking part in the three-day competition that involves horse racing, archery and wrestling.

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

The opening ceremony for Mongolia's Naadam sport festival is held in Ulaanbaatar on July 11, 2026, with several thousands of athletes from across the country taking part in the three-day competition that involves horse racing, archery and wrestling.

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

An archery competition is held following the opening ceremony of Mongolia's Naadam sport festival in Ulaanbaatar on July 11, 2026. Several thousand athletes from across the country are taking part in the three-day competition that involves horse racing, wrestling and archery.

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

Former Japan sumo grand champion Hakuho (C) attends the opening ceremony of Mongolia's Naadam sport festival in Ulaanbaatar on July 11, 2026. Several thousand athletes from across the country are taking part in the three-day competition that involves horse racing, archery and wrestling.

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

An archery competition is held following the opening ceremony of Mongolia's Naadam sport festival in Ulaanbaatar on July 11, 2026. Several thousand athletes from across the country are taking part in the three-day competition that involves horse racing, wrestling and archery.

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

Mongolian President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh attends the opening ceremony of the Naadam sport festival in Ulaanbaatar on July 11, 2026. Several thousand athletes from across the country are taking part in the three-day competition that involves horse racing, archery and wrestling.

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

Mongolian President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh (R) and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung attend the opening ceremony of Mongolia's Naadam sport festival in Ulaanbaatar on July 11, 2026. Several thousand athletes from across the country are taking part in the three-day competition that involves horse racing, archery and wrestling.

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung attends the opening ceremony of Mongolia's Naadam sport festival in Ulaanbaatar on July 11, 2026. Several thousand athletes from across the country are taking part in the three-day competition that involves horse racing, archery and wrestling.

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

Naadam sport festival in Mongolia

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung attends the opening ceremony of Mongolia's Naadam sport festival in Ulaanbaatar on July 11, 2026. Several thousand athletes from across the country are taking part in the three-day competition that involves horse racing, archery and wrestling.

[Breaking News]32nd anniversary of death of Kim Il Sung

PYONGYANG, North Korea, July 8 Kyodo - North Korean citizens visit Mansu Hill in Pyongyang to offer flowers in front of statues of the country's founder Kim Il Sung and his son Kim Jong Il on July 8, 2026, as the country marks the 32nd anniversary of the founder's death. (Kyodo)

32nd anniversary of death of Kim Il Sung

32nd anniversary of death of Kim Il Sung

North Korean citizens visit Mansu Hill in Pyongyang to offer flowers on July 8, 2026, the 32nd anniversary of the death of the country's founder Kim Il Sung.

32nd anniversary of death of Kim Il Sung

32nd anniversary of death of Kim Il Sung

North Korean citizens visit Mansu Hill in Pyongyang to offer flowers on July 8, 2026, the 32nd anniversary of the death of the country's founder Kim Il Sung.

32nd anniversary of death of Kim Il Sung

32nd anniversary of death of Kim Il Sung

North Korean flags are flown at half-mast in Pyongyang on July 8, 2026, as the country marks the 32nd anniversary of the death of the nation's founder Kim Il Sung.

32nd anniversary of death of Kim Il Sung

32nd anniversary of death of Kim Il Sung

North Korean flags are flown at half-mast in Pyongyang on July 8, 2026, as the country marks the 32nd anniversary of the death of the nation's founder Kim Il Sung.

32nd anniversary of death of Kim Il Sung

32nd anniversary of death of Kim Il Sung

North Korean citizens visit Mansu Hill in Pyongyang to offer flowers in front of statues of the country's founder Kim Il Sung (L) and his son Kim Jong Il on July 8, 2026, as the country marks the 32nd anniversary of the founder's death.

Golf: Shiseido JAL Ladies Open

Golf: Shiseido JAL Ladies Open

Ko Kurabayashi hits a shot on the second playoff hole of the Shiseido JAL Ladies Open golf tournament at Totsuka Country Club in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, eastern Japan, on July 5, 2026.

Golf: Shiseido JAL Ladies Open

Golf: Shiseido JAL Ladies Open

Ko Kurabayashi holds the victor's trophy after winning the Shiseido JAL Ladies Open golf tournament at Totsuka Country Club in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, eastern Japan, on July 5, 2026.

Golf: Shiseido JAL Ladies Open

Golf: Shiseido JAL Ladies Open

Ko Kurabayashi holds the victor's trophy after winning the Shiseido JAL Ladies Open golf tournament at Totsuka Country Club in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, eastern Japan, on July 5, 2026.

Golf: Shiseido JAL Ladies Open

Golf: Shiseido JAL Ladies Open

Ko Kurabayashi makes a birdie putt on the second playoff hole of the Shiseido JAL Ladies Open golf tournament at Totsuka Country Club in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, eastern Japan, on July 5, 2026.

World Cup 2026 – US: Fans Celebrate as Team Secures Round of 16 Berth 6

The United States beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 on Wednesday, July 1, reaching the World Cup round of 16. This video shows fans cheering at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

World Cup 2026 – US: Fans Sing ‘Country Roads’ After US Beats Bosnia-Herzegovina 2

The United States beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 on Wednesday, July 1, reaching the World Cup round of 16. "Take Me Home, Country Roads" played after the match, with fans singing along.

World Cup 2026 – US: Fans Celebrate as Team Secures Round of 16 Berth 4

The United States beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 on Wednesday, July 1, reaching the World Cup round of 16. This video shows U.S. fans erupting at a watch party at Recess in Chicago at the moment of the second goal.

World Cup 2026 – US: Fans Celebrate as Team Secures Round of 16 Berth 3

The United States beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 on Wednesday, July 1, reaching the World Cup round of 16. This video shows fans erupting at a bar in Hoboken, New Jersey, at the moment of the second goal.

World Cup 2026 – US: Fans Celebrate as Team Secures Round of 16 Berth 5

The United States beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 on Wednesday, July 1, reaching the World Cup round of 16. This video shows U.S. fans erupting at Pioneer Square in Seattle at the moment of the second goal.

World Cup 2026 – US: Fans Celebrate as Team Secures Round of 16 Berth 2

The United States beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 on Wednesday, July 1, reaching the World Cup round of 16. This video shows U.S. fans celebrating at Liv's Tavern in Federal Hill, Baltimore.

World Cup 2026 – US: Fans Celebrate as Team Secures Round of 16 Berth

The United States beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 on Wednesday, July 1, reaching the World Cup round of 16. This video shows U.S. fans celebrating in the concourse of the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium after the game.

[Breaking News]2 typhoons pass along Japan's Pacific coast

HIRAO, Japan, June 28 Kyodo - Video taken from a Kyodo News helicopter on June 27, 2026, shows the site of a landslide in Hirao in Yamaguchi Prefecture, western Japan, after two typhoons brought downpours to wide areas while passing along the country's Pacific coast. A man in his 70s was killed and three others injured at the site. (Kyodo)

World Cup 2026 – US: Fans Sing ‘Country Roads’ After US Beats Bosnia-Herzegovina

The United States beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 on Wednesday, July 1, reaching the World Cup round of 16. "Take Me Home, Country Roads" played after the match, with fans singing along.

Canada: Rally Held in Vancouver Against Ferdinand Marcos’ Official Visit

A rally was held in Vancouver on Wednesday, July 1, against the official visit of Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Marcos' four-day visit is aimed at strengthening trade, energy, labor and tourism ties with Canada, marking the first visit by a Philippine president to the country in over a decade.

Venezuela: Candilazo Phenomenon Turns Sky Red Days After Twin Quakes

Days after powerful twin earthquakes battered the country, residents of Venezuela witnessed the sky turn a deep crimson red at sunset on Tuesday, June 30, with videos of the phenomenon spreading rapidly on social media and fueling speculation of a link to the recent seismic activity. Atmospheric scientists said the display, known locally as a candilazo, was a well-understood optical phenomenon caused by sunlight interacting with airborne particles, rather than evidence of "earthquake lights" or other seismic-related causes.

South Africa: Anti-Immigration Protests Erupt Across Major Cities 3

Protests erupted across South Africa's main cities on Tuesday, June 30, as demonstrators demanded that all undocumented migrants leave the country. It was described as the biggest migration-related protest in the country since 2008. In Johannesburg, thousands took to the streets, with the demonstration led by Ngizwe Mchunu. This video shows a protest in Pretoria.

South Africa: Anti-Immigration Protests Erupt Across Major Cities 2

Protests erupted across South Africa's main cities on Tuesday, June 30, as demonstrators demanded that all undocumented migrants leave the country. It was described as the biggest migration-related protest in the country since 2008. In Johannesburg, thousands took to the streets, with the demonstration led by Ngizwe Mchunu.

South Africa: Anti-Immigration Protests Erupt Across Major Cities

Protests erupted across South Africa's main cities on Tuesday, June 30, as demonstrators demanded that all undocumented migrants leave the country. It was described as the biggest migration-related protest in the country since 2008. In Johannesburg, tens of thousands took to the streets, with the demonstration led by Ngizwe Mchunu.

Golf: Earth Mondamin Cup

Golf: Earth Mondamin Cup

Park Hyun Kyung of South Korea is showered with celebratory tape after winning the Earth Mondamin Cup golf tournament at Camellia Hills Country Club in Sodegaura in Chiba Prefecture, eastern Japan, on June 29, 2026.

Golf: Earth Mondamin Cup

Golf: Earth Mondamin Cup

Park Hyun Kyung of South Korea is showered with celebratory tape after winning the Earth Mondamin Cup golf tournament at Camellia Hills Country Club in Sodegaura in Chiba Prefecture, eastern Japan, on June 29, 2026.

Golf: Earth Mondamin Cup

Golf: Earth Mondamin Cup

Park Hyun Kyung of South Korea hits off the second tee during the final round of the Earth Mondamin Cup golf tournament at Camellia Hills Country Club in Sodegaura, Chiba Prefecture, eastern Japan, on June 29, 2026.

Golf: Earth Mondamin Cup

Golf: Earth Mondamin Cup

Park Hyun Kyung of South Korea celebrates with the victor's trophy after winning the Earth Mondamin Cup golf tournament at Camellia Hills Country Club in Sodegaura in Chiba Prefecture, eastern Japan, on June 29, 2026.

Golf: Earth Mondamin Cup

Golf: Earth Mondamin Cup

Park Hyun Kyung of South Korea reacts after winning the Earth Mondamin Cup golf tournament at Camellia Hills Country Club in Sodegaura, Chiba Prefecture, eastern Japan, on June 29, 2026.

Golf: Earth Mondamin Cup

Golf: Earth Mondamin Cup

Park Hyun Kyung of South Korea poses for photos with the victor's trophy after winning the Earth Mondamin Cup golf tournament at Camellia Hills Country Club in Sodegaura in Chiba Prefecture, eastern Japan, on June 29, 2026.