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China: Wild Siberian Tiger Roams Residential Area in Jilin

On January 13, 2026, a wild Siberian tiger was captured on video outside a villager’s home in Hunchun, Jilin, after reportedly roaming the residential area for several nights. The tiger killed two deer during this period, an incident that was reported to authorities to prevent potential human encounters. Multiple departments, including wildlife protection agencies and forestry police, became involved shortly after the report.

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China: CCTV Captures Shop Owner Fleeing During 5.5 Quake

A 5.5-magnitude earthquake violently shook Gansu, northwestern China, on January 26, 2026. Surveillance footage shows a shop owner fleeing as shelves rattle and goods crash to the floor inside a small store in Diebu County. Authorities reported no immediate casualties, and emergency teams were deployed.

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China: Tent Roof Collapses During Snow Removal in Henan

A woman in Henan, China, accidentally caused a tent roof to collapse while clearing heavy snow on January 20, 2026. The video shows the structure giving way within seconds, leaving the roof caved in as she stepped back in shock.

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Chinese Fishermen Spot Dog in Open Ocean Near Peru

This video captures the surprising moment fishermen working in waters near Peru encountered a dog in the open ocean. On January 19, 2026, Chinese fishermen engaged in long-distance squid fishing noticed a dog swimming toward their fishing boat. The footage shows the dog pushing through the waves as it approached the vessel, drawing the crew’s attention during their fishing operations.

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US: Lake-Effect Snow Pounds Upstate New York as Oswego Declares State of Emergency

Heavy lake-effect snow continued to hit upstate New York on January 29, prompting the City of Oswego to declare a state of emergency as more than 2 feet of snow since Sunday caused poor visibility and hazardous travel conditions.. The footage shows a snowplow in operation in Altmar, Oswego County.

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China: Dashcam Captures Narrow Escape From Out-of-Control Truck

On September 28, 2025, in Guizhou Province, southwestern China, dashcam footage showed an oncoming truck losing control on a winding mountain road and scraping a car ahead. The following driver swerved just in time, narrowly avoiding the truck, then stepped out to find his car undamaged, his expression shifting from fear to relief.

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China: Watch Tap Water Freeze Instantly in Bitter Cold

On January 22, 2026, in Donghai County, Jiangsu, a video showed a blogger pouring water from a kettle into the open air, where it froze almost instantly. The footage highlighted the severe cold as the stream quickly turned into solid ice on contact.

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US: Time-Lapse Shows Heavy Snow Blanketing Ohio State University’s South Oval

Time-lapse footage shows snow accumulating over a 24-hour period on Sunday, January 25, at the South Oval on the Ohio State University campus. A major winter storm swept across the U.S., bringing widespread heavy snow, sleet and freezing rain. The storm has caused seven deaths and massive power outages affecting hundreds of thousands of people.

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Canada: Record-Breaking Winter Storm Paralyses Southern Ontario with Heavy Snowfall 2

Toronto and parts of southern Ontario are digging out after a record-breaking winter storm dumped over 50 cm of snow on Sunday, January 25. The historic snowfall led to widespread school closures and bus cancellations across the region on Monday, January 26, though schools in Ottawa remained open. The Ontario Provincial Police reported roughly 200 collisions over the last 24 hours as drivers struggled with the treacherous conditions. Footage shows a dog bounding through deep snow.

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Ireland: Tesla Avoids Crash as Cow Leaps Into M6 Motorway Near Rochfortbridge

Terrifying dashcam footage captured the moment a cow leaped over a motorway barrier into oncoming traffic on Ireland's M6 near Rochfortbridge on Thursday, January 22. The driver of a Tesla Model 3 narrowly avoided a collision by swerving at the last second, later crediting the vehicle's safety systems for preventing a spin-out after the sudden maneuver.

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Japan: Brilliant Mpemba Effect Captured in Hokkaido Amid Massive Cold Wave

As a massive cold wave hit a wide area of Japan on Friday, January 23, social media footage from Hokkaido captured a brilliant display of the Mpemba effect. The video shows boiling water being thrown into the freezing air, where it instantly transforms into a shimmering cloud of ice crystals.

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China: Monkey Walks Into Convenience Store and Steals Bread in Guiyang

On Wednesday, January 14, a monkey walked into a convenience store in Guiyang, Guizhou Province, and helped itself to a packaged bun from the bread section. Appearing familiar with the layout, the monkey was captured on footage eating inside the shop while an employee watched helplessly, seemingly unsure how to deal with the unexpected customer.

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India: Kargil Protesters Defy Severe Cold to Show Support for Islamic Leadership in Iran

Thousands gathered in the Kargil district of Ladakh on Friday, January 16, to demonstrate their support for the Islamic Republic of Iran and its Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, following weeks of domestic unrest in Iran. Organized by the Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust (IKMT), the peaceful rally featured protesters carrying both Indian and Iranian flags while chanting slogans in support of the Iranian leadership. Participants issued a strong denunciation of foreign interference, citing 'anti-Islamic' policies by the U.S. and Israel aimed at destabilizing Iran. Kargil is renowned for its severe winter conditions. Footage captures protesters chanting amid falling snow.

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Drone shot of Yemen

Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Yoon Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison on Arrest Obstruction Charges

Yoon Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison on Arrest Obstruction Charges

People watch a televised news report on Yoon Suk-yeol in Seoul, South Korea, on January 16, 2026. South Korea's former impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol was sentenced to five years in prison on arrest obstruction charges, his first verdict on charges stemming from a martial law attempt, live footage showed Friday. Photo by Park Jintaek/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Yoon Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison on Arrest Obstruction Charges

Yoon Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison on Arrest Obstruction Charges

People watch a televised news report on Yoon Suk-yeol's court trial at Seoul Railway Station in Seoul, South Korea, on January 16, 2026. South Korea's former impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol was sentenced to five years in prison on arrest obstruction charges, live footage showed Friday. Photo by Park Jintaek/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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UK: Drone Captures Frozen River Thames in Oxford Amid Snow and Ice Warnings

This drone footage shows the River Thames turned into a skating rink at Port Meadow in Oxford on Sunday, January 4. Widespread snow and ice warnings have been issued across the UK, affecting all four nations and disrupting travel and schools.

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Night Drone Views of Damascus at the End of 2025

Night Drone Views of Damascus at the End of 2025

In Damascus, Syria, on December 29, 2025, nighttime drone footage shows the Syrian capital fully illuminated, capturing city lights and urban landscapes as the year comes to an end. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Night Drone Views of Damascus at the End of 2025

Night Drone Views of Damascus at the End of 2025

In Damascus, Syria, on December 29, 2025, nighttime drone footage shows the Syrian capital fully illuminated, capturing city lights and urban landscapes as the year comes to an end. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Night Drone Views of Damascus at the End of 2025

Night Drone Views of Damascus at the End of 2025

In Damascus, Syria, on December 29, 2025, nighttime drone footage shows the Syrian capital fully illuminated, capturing city lights and urban landscapes as the year comes to an end. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Night Drone Views of Damascus at the End of 2025

Night Drone Views of Damascus at the End of 2025

In Damascus, Syria, on December 29, 2025, nighttime drone footage shows the Syrian capital fully illuminated, capturing city lights and urban landscapes as the year comes to an end. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Night Drone Views of Damascus at the End of 2025

Night Drone Views of Damascus at the End of 2025

In Damascus, Syria, on December 29, 2025, nighttime drone footage shows the Syrian capital fully illuminated, capturing city lights and urban landscapes as the year comes to an end. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Night Drone Views of Damascus at the End of 2025

Night Drone Views of Damascus at the End of 2025

In Damascus, Syria, on December 29, 2025, nighttime drone footage shows the Syrian capital fully illuminated, capturing city lights and urban landscapes as the year comes to an end. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Night Drone Views of Damascus at the End of 2025

Night Drone Views of Damascus at the End of 2025

In Damascus, Syria, on December 29, 2025, nighttime drone footage shows the Syrian capital fully illuminated, capturing city lights and urban landscapes as the year comes to an end. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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China: Man Climbs 30-Meter Tree to Rescue Stranded Cat

This video shows the heartwarming moment a Chinese man risked his own safety to rescue a helpless cat stranded high above the ground for more than a week. Filmed on December 11, 2025, in Suzhou, Jiangsu province, the footage captures retired veteran Zhang Yuhua climbing a nearly 30-meter-tall metasequoia tree to save a small cat trapped at the top. Using only his bare hands and no professional climbing equipment, Zhang carefully made his way up the towering tree. According to the video, the cat had been stuck there for nine days and was growing visibly weaker. After several tense moments, he reached the cat, secured it, and slowly descended, prompting applause from onlookers. Zhang later said the cat was taken to a temporary foster shelter for care and observation.

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China: Monkey Rushes Across River to Grab Tourist’s Handbag

On December 14, 2025, in Ya’an, Sichuan Province, a video shows the monkey swiftly crossing the river by stepping on a rope at the Erlang Mountain Laba River Scenic Area. The footage captures the animal rushing toward a group of tourists, yanking at a visitor’s bag and refusing to let go. According to Ms. Jiang, who was visiting the riverbank with friends, monkeys on the opposite side noticed the crowd and quickly made their way across the rope with surprising speed. The video ends with tourists trying to pull the bag back as the monkey clings tightly to it on the riverbank.

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China: Giant Panda Turns Into “White Bear” After Rolling in Snow

On January 21, 2024, in Xi’an, located in northwestern China’s Shaanxi province, a video captured the first snowfall of winter at the Qinling Four Treasures Science Park. Giant panda Qizai played on a slope near a tree. In the footage, Qizai rolled from the higher ground down toward the lower panda house area, turning over several times. Snowflakes stuck to its fur, gradually covering much of its body. By the time it reached the bottom, the panda looked like a round “white bear” with dark patches. The clip highlights the contrast between the thick snow, the enclosure, and the panda’s lively sliding movements.

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China: Vehicle Spins 360 Degrees Into Oncoming Lane After Aggressive Cut-Off

On September 1, 2025, in Liaoning, China, a video filmed from inside a car shows the vehicle losing control after another driver abruptly cut in front of it. The sudden maneuver caused the driver to swerve, sending the car into a full 360-degree spin before skidding across the center line toward the oncoming lane. The spinning vehicle startled two small trucks approaching from the opposite direction, forcing both drivers to brake sharply. In the footage, the trucks appear frozen in place as the car spins to a halt just meters away.

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China: Women Blown Over by Fierce Blizzard in Inner Mongolia

On November 22, 2025, footage captured two women struggling against powerful gusts and heavy snow, with one of them being blown to the ground by a sudden blast of wind in Inner Mongolia. The cold was so severe that their phone reportedly shut off within minutes from freezing temperatures.

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Australia: Chaos Ensues After Youth Gathering Turns Unruly at Mordialloc Beach

Riot police were deployed to Mordialloc Beach in Melbourne’s south-east on Wednesday, December 17, after a large gathering of youths turned unruly, raising public safety concerns and forcing a nearby Woolworths supermarket into lockdown. According to local media, more than 100 youths had gathered in the area when police were first called shortly after 3 p.m. following reports of a brawl at the store. The group later moved to the beach, where footage shared online showed mostly shirtless youths surrounding police officers. One teenager was taken into custody as officers moved in to disperse the crowd and restore order.

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Unmanned Patrol Vehicle

Unmanned Patrol Vehicle

HUAI'AN, CHINA - DECEMBER 15, 2025 - The on duty personnel of the Public Security Bureau are checking the video surveillance footage in Huai'an City, Jiangsu Province, China on December 15, 2025.

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China: Dashcam Captures Driver Causing Rare Double Car Collision in Shanghai

Dashcam footage from Shanghai, China, captured a driver causing a rare double collision on June 30, 2025, by first rear-ending the car ahead and then immediately reversing into a second vehicle behind them. The incident showed the driver failing to check the space behind after the initial impact, leading to the same vehicle striking a second approaching car within seconds.

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China: Man Jumps Into Muddy Pit to Rescue Trapped Bird

A man in Guangdong, China, rushed to the aid of a small bird that had fallen into a deep, muddy water pit on December 1, 2025. The footage shows the man jumping into the pit and using both hands to safely lift the bird and bring it back onto ground.

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