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US: Lightning Flashes Over Enid as Tornado-Producing Storms Sweep Through Oklahoma 2

Multiple tornadoes were confirmed in Oklahoma on Thursday, April 23, after a stretch of severe storms tore across the northern region, leaving a path of damaged homes and downed power lines. This aerial footage shows intense lightning hitting around Enid amid the tornado-producing storms, captured from aboard Delta Flight 1719.

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US: Lightning Flashes Over Enid as Tornado-Producing Storms Sweep Through Oklahoma 3

Multiple tornadoes were confirmed in Oklahoma on Thursday, April 23, after a stretch of severe storms tore across the northern region, leaving a path of damaged homes and downed power lines. This footage shows intense lightning flashing over Enid amid the tornado-producing storms, seen from near Orlando, Oklahoma.

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US: Lightning Flashes Over Enid as Tornado-Producing Storms Sweep Through Oklahoma

Multiple tornadoes were confirmed in Oklahoma on Thursday, April 23, after a stretch of severe storms tore across the northern region, leaving a path of damaged homes and downed power lines. This aerial footage shows intense lightning hitting around Enid amid the tornado-producing storms, captured from aboard Delta Flight 1719.

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Powerful earthquake hits northeastern Japan

Photo shows a building with damaged tiles in Hachinohe, Aomori Prefecture on April 21, 2026, a day after a powerful earthquake struck the northeastern Japan region.

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US: Damage Reported as Multiple Tornadoes Tear Through Olmsted County, Minnesota

Multiple tornadoes struck Olmsted County, Minnesota, on Friday, April 17, damaging dozens of homes and displacing residents, prompting the county board to issue a disaster declaration. Several hundred customers were left without power, while emergency services disconnected electricity and natural gas in affected areas for safety reasons.

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Scene from Kyiv

Photo taken on April 16, 2026, shows a damaged high-rise condominium building in Kyiv following Russian drone attacks.

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Scene from Kyiv

Photo taken on April 16, 2026, shows a severely damaged high-rise condominium building in Kyiv following Russian drone attacks.

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US: Large Hail Pelts Northeast Ohio 4

Severe storms hit Northeast Ohio on Wednesday, April 15, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and large hail. Trees, power lines, homes, and vehicles were damaged across the region. Thousands lost power, and flooding was reported in several areas. Severe thunderstorm watches and warnings were issued throughout the afternoon and evening.

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US: Destructive Hailstorm Prompts State of Emergency in Miami County, Kansas

Strong thunderstorms struck Miami County, Kansas, on Wednesday, April 15, bringing large hail that damaged structures and vehicles, prompting local leaders to declare a state of emergency. Schools in Osawatomie were closed Thursday and Friday as officials assessed widespread hail damage to multiple district buildings.

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US: Large Hail Pelts Northeast Ohio 3

Severe storms hit Northeast Ohio on Wednesday, April 15, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and large hail. Trees, power lines, homes, and vehicles were damaged across the region. Thousands lost power, and flooding was reported in several areas. Severe thunderstorm watches and warnings were issued throughout the afternoon and evening.

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US: Large Hail Pelts Northeast Ohio 2

Severe storms hit Northeast Ohio on Wednesday, April 15, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and large hail. Trees, power lines, homes, and vehicles were damaged across the region. Thousands lost power, and flooding was reported in several areas. Severe thunderstorm watches and warnings were issued throughout the afternoon and evening.

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US: Large Hail Pelts Northeast Ohio

Severe storms hit Northeast Ohio on Wednesday, April 15, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and large hail. Trees, power lines, homes, and vehicles were damaged across the region. Thousands lost power, and flooding was reported in several areas. Severe thunderstorm watches and warnings were issued throughout the afternoon and evening.

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US: Smoke Rises as 160-Acre Wildfire in New Jersey Prompts Evacuations

A 160-acre wildfire in West Deptford Township, Gloucester County, New Jersey, was fully contained by 6 p.m. Saturday, April 11. The blaze prompted voluntary evacuations and threatened around 60 structures, but no injuries were reported and no buildings were damaged. The cause remains under investigation.

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EU commissioner visits quake-hit Wajima in central Japan

European Commissioner for Crisis Management Hadja Lahbib (back, L) visits on April 3, 2026, a temple in Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture, damaged by a massive earthquake that devastated central Japan's Noto Peninsula area in January 2024.

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EU commissioner visits quake-hit Wajima in central Japan

European Commissioner for Crisis Management Hadja Lahbib (back, L) visits on April 3, 2026, a temple in Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture, damaged by a massive earthquake that devastated central Japan's Noto Peninsula area in January 2024.

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China: Cat Remains Still as Fur Catches Fire Beside Open Flame in Guangdong

On November 27, 2025, in Guangdong, China, the video captured a white cat sitting beside a small open fire used for warming. As the fire continued burning, the fur on the cat’s backside slowly caught fire and became visibly singed. Despite the fur being burned, the cat showed no immediate reaction and remained in the same position, seemingly unaware that its tail had already been damaged by the heat.

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China: One Injured as Bridge Collapses in Shandong After Overloaded Truck Drives Across

On March 18, 2026, in Zhutian Town, Feixian County, Shandong, the video captured a truck moving across a rural bridge when the structure suddenly gave way beneath its weight. As the vehicle advanced, the bridge surface visibly cracked before collapsing, causing part of the truck to sink into the damaged section. Local authorities later confirmed that the truck had been severely overloaded at the time of the accident. Officials also acknowledged that the road section had existing safety risks prior to the collapse. One person was slightly injured.

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Spain: Medieval Tower of Escalona Castle Collapses in Toledo

On Saturday, March 14, one of the towers of the medieval Escalona Castle in Toledo, Spain, collapsed just before tourist visits were set to begin, with heavy rainfall cited as the most likely cause. No injuries were reported, though several nearby vehicles were damaged by falling debris.

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4th anniv. of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

People walk by houses damaged by Russian attacks in Kyiv on Feb. 24, 2026, the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

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4th anniv. of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Houses damaged by Russian attacks are pictured Kyiv on Feb. 24, 2026, the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

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UK: Double-Decker Buses Crash in London’s Elephant and Castle, Causing Major Delays

Two double-decker buses collided near Southwark Playhouse in London on a busy street in Elephant and Castle, causing major travel disruption on Wednesday, February 18. Emergency crews responded after one bus struck the rear of another. London Fire Brigade said part of a nearby building was slightly damaged, and firefighters assisted paramedics in treating patients at the scene.

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[Breaking News]Scenes in Kyiv

KYIV, Ukraine, Feb. 5 Kyodo - Video taken on Feb. 4, 2026, shows a damaged coal-fired power plant in Kyiv following Russian attacks. (Kyodo)

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Scenes in Kyiv

Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Oleksiy Kuleba (front, R) speaks to the press on Feb. 4, 2026, in front of a damaged building at a coal-fired power plant in Kyiv following Russian attacks.

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Scenes in Kyiv

Photo taken on Feb. 4, 2026, shows a damaged coal-fired power plant in Kyiv following Russian attacks.

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Scenes in Kyiv

Photo taken on Feb. 4, 2026, shows a damaged building at a coal-fired power plant in Kyiv following Russian attacks.

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Scenes in Kyiv

Photo taken on Feb. 4, 2026, shows a damaged coal-fired power plant in Kyiv following Russian attacks.

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Scenes in Kyiv

Photo taken on Feb. 4, 2026, shows a damaged coal-fired power plant in Kyiv following Russian attacks.

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Scenes in Kyiv

Photo taken on Feb. 4, 2026, shows a damaged building at a coal-fired power plant in Kyiv following Russian attacks.

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Turkey: Heavy Rains Trigger Severe Flooding in Mersin

Heavy rain triggered severe flooding in Mersin, southern Turkey on Friday, January 30, after overflowing streams inundated neighborhoods, damaging 51 homes and businesses and 8 vehicles, while 12 people were rescued. Floodwaters submerged agricultural land, damaged bridges and schools, and swept away vehicles.

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Gaza Port After Storm - Palestine

Displaced Palestinians dry their belongings along the Gaza Port on January 16, 2026, after severe winter winds struck the enclave. A fragile ceasefire has held since October, following a war triggered by Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, which left nearly 80 percent of Gaza's buildings destroyed or damaged, according to UN data. Photo by Saeed Jaras/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Port After Storm - Palestine

Displaced Palestinians spend their time along the Gaza Port on January 16, 2026, after severe winter winds struck the enclave. A fragile ceasefire has held since October, following a war triggered by Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, which left nearly 80 percent of Gaza's buildings destroyed or damaged, according to UN data. Photo by Saeed Jaras/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Port After Storm - Palestine

Displaced Palestinians spend their time along the Gaza Port on January 16, 2026, after severe winter winds struck the enclave. A fragile ceasefire has held since October, following a war triggered by Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, which left nearly 80 percent of Gaza's buildings destroyed or damaged, according to UN data. Photo by Saeed Jaras/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Port After Storm - Palestine

Displaced Palestinians dry their belongings along the Gaza Port on January 16, 2026, after severe winter winds struck the enclave. A fragile ceasefire has held since October, following a war triggered by Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, which left nearly 80 percent of Gaza's buildings destroyed or damaged, according to UN data. Photo by Saeed Jaras/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Port After Storm - Palestine

Displaced Palestinians dry their belongings along the Gaza Port on January 16, 2026, after severe winter winds struck the enclave. A fragile ceasefire has held since October, following a war triggered by Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, which left nearly 80 percent of Gaza's buildings destroyed or damaged, according to UN data. Photo by Saeed Jaras/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Port After Storm - Palestine

Displaced Palestinians spend their time along the Gaza Port on January 16, 2026, after severe winter winds struck the enclave. A fragile ceasefire has held since October, following a war triggered by Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, which left nearly 80 percent of Gaza's buildings destroyed or damaged, according to UN data. Photo by Saeed Jaras/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Port After Storm - Palestine

Displaced Palestinians dry their belongings along the Gaza Port on January 16, 2026, after severe winter winds struck the enclave. A fragile ceasefire has held since October, following a war triggered by Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, which left nearly 80 percent of Gaza's buildings destroyed or damaged, according to UN data. Photo by Saeed Jaras/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Port After Storm - Palestine

Displaced Palestinians dry their belongings along the Gaza Port on January 16, 2026, after severe winter winds struck the enclave. A fragile ceasefire has held since October, following a war triggered by Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, which left nearly 80 percent of Gaza's buildings destroyed or damaged, according to UN data. Photo by Saeed Jaras/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Port After Storm - Palestine

Displaced Palestinians dry their belongings along the Gaza Port on January 16, 2026, after severe winter winds struck the enclave. A fragile ceasefire has held since October, following a war triggered by Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, which left nearly 80 percent of Gaza's buildings destroyed or damaged, according to UN data. Photo by Saeed Jaras/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Port After Storm - Palestine

Displaced Palestinians dry their belongings along the Gaza Port on January 16, 2026, after severe winter winds struck the enclave. A fragile ceasefire has held since October, following a war triggered by Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, which left nearly 80 percent of Gaza's buildings destroyed or damaged, according to UN data. Photo by Saeed Jaras/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Port After Storm - Palestine

Displaced Palestinians dry their belongings along the Gaza Port on January 16, 2026, after severe winter winds struck the enclave. A fragile ceasefire has held since October, following a war triggered by Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, which left nearly 80 percent of Gaza's buildings destroyed or damaged, according to UN data. Photo by Saeed Jaras/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Port After Storm - Palestine

Displaced Palestinians walk between tents along the Gaza Port on January 16, 2026, after severe winter winds struck the enclave. A fragile ceasefire has held since October, following a war triggered by Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, which left nearly 80 percent of Gaza's buildings destroyed or damaged, according to UN data. Photo by Saeed Jaras/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Port After Storm - Palestine

Displaced Palestinians walk between tents along the Gaza Port on January 16, 2026, after severe winter winds struck the enclave. A fragile ceasefire has held since October, following a war triggered by Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, which left nearly 80 percent of Gaza's buildings destroyed or damaged, according to UN data. Photo by Saeed Jaras/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Port After Storm - Palestine

Displaced Palestinians dry their belongings along the Gaza Port on January 16, 2026, after severe winter winds struck the enclave. A fragile ceasefire has held since October, following a war triggered by Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, which left nearly 80 percent of Gaza's buildings destroyed or damaged, according to UN data. Photo by Saeed Jaras/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Port After Storm - Palestine

Displaced Palestinians dry their belongings along the Gaza Port on January 16, 2026, after severe winter winds struck the enclave. A fragile ceasefire has held since October, following a war triggered by Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, which left nearly 80 percent of Gaza's buildings destroyed or damaged, according to UN data. Photo by Saeed Jaras/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Port After Storm - Palestine

Displaced Palestinians dry their belongings along the Gaza Port on January 16, 2026, after severe winter winds struck the enclave. A fragile ceasefire has held since October, following a war triggered by Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, which left nearly 80 percent of Gaza's buildings destroyed or damaged, according to UN data. Photo by Saeed Jaras/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Port After Storm - Palestine

Displaced Palestinians dry their belongings along the Gaza Port on January 16, 2026, after severe winter winds struck the enclave. A fragile ceasefire has held since October, following a war triggered by Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, which left nearly 80 percent of Gaza's buildings destroyed or damaged, according to UN data. Photo by Saeed Jaras/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Port After Storm - Palestine

Displaced Palestinians sail along the Gaza Port on January 16, 2026, after severe winter winds struck the enclave. A fragile ceasefire has held since October, following a war triggered by Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, which left nearly 80 percent of Gaza's buildings destroyed or damaged, according to UN data. Photo by Saeed Jaras/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Port After Storm - Palestine

Displaced Palestinians dry their belongings along the Gaza Port on January 16, 2026, after severe winter winds struck the enclave. A fragile ceasefire has held since October, following a war triggered by Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, which left nearly 80 percent of Gaza's buildings destroyed or damaged, according to UN data. Photo by Saeed Jaras/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Port After Storm - Palestine

Displaced Palestinians dry their belongings along the Gaza Port on January 16, 2026, after severe winter winds struck the enclave. A fragile ceasefire has held since October, following a war triggered by Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, which left nearly 80 percent of Gaza's buildings destroyed or damaged, according to UN data. Photo by Saeed Jaras/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Port After Storm - Palestine

Displaced Palestinians dry their belongings along the Gaza Port on January 16, 2026, after severe winter winds struck the enclave. A fragile ceasefire has held since October, following a war triggered by Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, which left nearly 80 percent of Gaza's buildings destroyed or damaged, according to UN data. Photo by Saeed Jaras/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM