North America Sees Northern Lights Illuminating Night Sky 2

In some regions of Canada and the US, the Northern Lights were spotted on Wednesday, November 5, as an eruption of solar material prompted one of the strongest geomagnetic storms of the year to impact Earth.

City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian Flag - Strasbourg

City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian Flag - Strasbourg

Strasbourg City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian flag. On the occasion of France's recognition of the State of Palestine at the United Nations General Assembly this Monday, September 22, 2025, the City of Strasbourg is illuminating the City Hall this Monday evening in the colors of the Palestinian flag, on September 22, 2025, in Strasbourg, France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian Flag - Strasbourg

City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian Flag - Strasbourg

Strasbourg City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian flag. On the occasion of France's recognition of the State of Palestine at the United Nations General Assembly this Monday, September 22, 2025, the City of Strasbourg is illuminating the City Hall this Monday evening in the colors of the Palestinian flag, on September 22, 2025, in Strasbourg, France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian Flag - Strasbourg

City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian Flag - Strasbourg

Strasbourg City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian flag. On the occasion of France's recognition of the State of Palestine at the United Nations General Assembly this Monday, September 22, 2025, the City of Strasbourg is illuminating the City Hall this Monday evening in the colors of the Palestinian flag, on September 22, 2025, in Strasbourg, France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian Flag - Strasbourg

City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian Flag - Strasbourg

Strasbourg City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian flag. On the occasion of France's recognition of the State of Palestine at the United Nations General Assembly this Monday, September 22, 2025, the City of Strasbourg is illuminating the City Hall this Monday evening in the colors of the Palestinian flag, on September 22, 2025, in Strasbourg, France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian Flag - Strasbourg

City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian Flag - Strasbourg

Strasbourg City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian flag. On the occasion of France's recognition of the State of Palestine at the United Nations General Assembly this Monday, September 22, 2025, the City of Strasbourg is illuminating the City Hall this Monday evening in the colors of the Palestinian flag, on September 22, 2025, in Strasbourg, France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian Flag - Strasbourg

City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian Flag - Strasbourg

Strasbourg City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian flag. On the occasion of France's recognition of the State of Palestine at the United Nations General Assembly this Monday, September 22, 2025, the City of Strasbourg is illuminating the City Hall this Monday evening in the colors of the Palestinian flag, on September 22, 2025, in Strasbourg, France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian Flag - Strasbourg

City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian Flag - Strasbourg

Strasbourg City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian flag. On the occasion of France's recognition of the State of Palestine at the United Nations General Assembly this Monday, September 22, 2025, the City of Strasbourg is illuminating the City Hall this Monday evening in the colors of the Palestinian flag, on September 22, 2025, in Strasbourg, France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian Flag - Strasbourg

City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian Flag - Strasbourg

Strasbourg City Hall illuminated in the colors of the Palestinian flag. On the occasion of France's recognition of the State of Palestine at the United Nations General Assembly this Monday, September 22, 2025, the City of Strasbourg is illuminating the City Hall this Monday evening in the colors of the Palestinian flag, on September 22, 2025, in Strasbourg, France. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

RECAP: Fireball Illuminates Nights Sky Across Western Japan

A fireball was spotted across western Japan on Tuesday night, August 19, briefly illuminating the sky and surprising residents. Authorities said observation equipment also recorded air vibrations shortly after 11 p.m., when the light was seen.

China: Golden Sunbeams Break Through Clouds Over Lake Fuxian in Yuxi

This video captures a rare atmospheric scene over Lake Fuxian in Yuxi, Yunnan, as golden beams of sunlight pierced through dense clouds, illuminating the lake’s surface on July 29.

Illustration - Aerial Rome - Italy

Illustration - Aerial Rome - Italy

ITALY - ROMA - VATICAN - INTERIOR OF ST. PETER'S BASILICA - PHOTO POINT 27 : ST. PETER'S CHAIR. BERNINI HAS CREATED A LARGE BRONZE THRONE IN WHICH HE INSERTS THE PULPIT, PLACED HIGH ON FOUR SUPPORTS SUPPORTED BY MASSIVE BRONZE STATUES OF FOUR DOCTORS OF THE CHURCH, STS. AMBROISE AND AUGUSTINE, REPRESENTING THE LATIN CHURCH, ATHANASIUS AND JOHN CHRYSOSTOM, FOR THE GREEK CHURCH. BEHIND AND ABOVE THE CATHEDRA PETRI, A BURST OF LIGHT ENTERS THROUGH A YELLOW ALABASTER WINDOW, ILLUMINATING IN THE CENTER, THE DOVE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT. THE PULPIT IS WELCOMED IN HIS NEW HOUSE BY A GREAT CELEBRATION ON JANUARY 16, 1666. ON THE LEFT, THE TRANSEPT AND THE BALDACHIN. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

Illustration - Aerial Rome - Italy

Illustration - Aerial Rome - Italy

ITALY - ROMA - VATICAN - INTERIOR OF ST. PETER'S BASILICA - PHOTO POINT 26 : ST. PETER'S CHAIR. BERNINI HAS CREATED A LARGE BRONZE THRONE IN WHICH HE INSERTS THE PULPIT, PLACED HIGH ON FOUR SUPPORTS SUPPORTED BY MASSIVE BRONZE STATUES OF FOUR DOCTORS OF THE CHURCH, STS. AMBROISE AND AUGUSTINE, REPRESENTING THE LATIN CHURCH, ATHANASIUS AND JOHN CHRYSOSTOM, FOR THE GREEK CHURCH. BEHIND AND ABOVE THE CATHEDRA PETRI, A BURST OF LIGHT ENTERS THROUGH A YELLOW ALABASTER WINDOW, ILLUMINATING IN THE CENTER, THE DOVE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT. THE PULPIT IS WELCOMED IN HIS NEW HOUSE BY A GREAT CELEBRATION ON JANUARY 16, 1666. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

US: Spectacular Lightning Seen Across Chicago Sky

Severe thunderstorm warnings were issued across the greater Chicago area throughout Thursday evening, July 10. These storms brought drenching rain to downtown Chicago earlier in the evening, with a series of lightning flashes illuminating the night sky.

US: SpaceX Launches 23 Starlink Satellites, Illuminating Night Sky 5

SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 23 Starlink broadband satellites into low-Earth orbit from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on Monday, February 10. About eight minutes after liftoff, the rocket's first stage successfully returned to Earth as planned, landing on its drone ship, Of Course I Still Love You, in the Pacific Ocean.

US: SpaceX Launches 23 Starlink Satellites, Illuminating Night Sky 4

SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 23 Starlink broadband satellites into low-Earth orbit from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on Monday, February 10. About eight minutes after liftoff, the rocket's first stage successfully returned to Earth as planned, landing on its drone ship, Of Course I Still Love You, in the Pacific Ocean.

US: SpaceX Launches 23 Starlink Satellites, Illuminating Night Sky 3

SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 23 Starlink broadband satellites into low-Earth orbit from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on Monday, February 10. About eight minutes after liftoff, the rocket's first stage successfully returned to Earth as planned, landing on its drone ship, Of Course I Still Love You, in the Pacific Ocean.

US: SpaceX Launches 23 Starlink Satellites, Illuminating Night Sky 2

SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 23 Starlink broadband satellites into low-Earth orbit from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on Monday, February 10. About eight minutes after liftoff, the rocket's first stage successfully returned to Earth as planned, landing on its drone ship, Of Course I Still Love You, in the Pacific Ocean.

US: SpaceX Launches 23 Starlink Satellites, Illuminating Night Sky

SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 23 Starlink broadband satellites into low-Earth orbit from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on Monday, February 10. About eight minutes after liftoff, the rocket's first stage successfully returned to Earth as planned, landing on its drone ship, Of Course I Still Love You, in the Pacific Ocean.

Dominican Republic: Green Fireball Illuminates Night Sky

A green fireball was spotted illuminating the night sky over the Dominican Republic on Saturday, January 25. Reports indicate that the same fireball was also observed in Puerto Rico.

Iceland: Spectacular Auroras Light Up Night Sky

Two coronal mass ejections (CMEs) struck Earth's magnetic field, sparking geomagnetic storm conditions and illuminating the night skies with vibrant auroras across parts of the US and Europe. This video shows a magnificent aurora borealis over the sky in Reykjavik on Saturday, January 4.

New Year's 2025 Celebrations - Rio de Janeiro

New Year's 2025 Celebrations - Rio de Janeiro

An aerial drone photo shows fireworks illuminating the sky over Copacabana Beach in celebration of the New Year in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, January 1, 2025. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Wang Tiancong)

US: Thousands Of Drones Light Up Texas Sky In Spectacular Christmas Show 2

Sky Elements, Dallas-Fort Worth's most famous drone company, in cooperation with the City of North Richland Hills, Texas, presented a spectacular Christmas-themed drone show featuring 2,500 drones illuminating the night sky on Friday, December 20.

US: Thousands Of Drones Light Up Texas Sky In Spectacular Christmas Show

Sky Elements, Dallas-Fort Worth's most famous drone company, in cooperation with the City of North Richland Hills, Texas, presented a spectacular Christmas-themed drone show featuring 2,500 drones illuminating the night sky on Friday, December 20.

Beaver Full Moon – 2024 Last Supermoon Illuminate November Sky 2

The final supermoon of 2024, the Beaver Full Moon, reached its peak on Friday, November 15, illuminating the night skies.

Lightning Illuminating The Night Sky - Lebanon

Lightning Illuminating The Night Sky - Lebanon

A bolt of lightning illumintates the night shy above Jouret el Ballout, Lebanon on November 02, 2024. Photo by Marc Fayad/ABACAPRESS.COM

Lightning Illuminating The Night Sky - Lebanon

Lightning Illuminating The Night Sky - Lebanon

A bolt of lightning illumintates the night shy above Jouret el Ballout, Lebanon on November 02, 2024. Photo by Marc Fayad/ABACAPRESS.COM

Lightning Illuminating The Night Sky - Lebanon

Lightning Illuminating The Night Sky - Lebanon

A bolt of lightning illumintates the night shy above Jouret el Ballout, Lebanon on November 02, 2024. Photo by Marc Fayad/ABACAPRESS.COM

Lightning Illuminating The Night Sky - Lebanon

Lightning Illuminating The Night Sky - Lebanon

A bolt of lightning illumintates the night shy above Jouret el Ballout, Lebanon on November 02, 2024. Photo by Marc Fayad/ABACAPRESS.COM

Lightning Illuminating The Night Sky - Lebanon

Lightning Illuminating The Night Sky - Lebanon

A bolt of lightning illumintates the night shy above Jouret el Ballout, Lebanon on November 02, 2024. Photo by Marc Fayad/ABACAPRESS.COM

Lightning Illuminating The Night Sky - Lebanon

Lightning Illuminating The Night Sky - Lebanon

A bolt of lightning illumintates the night shy above Jouret el Ballout, Lebanon on November 02, 2024. Photo by Marc Fayad/ABACAPRESS.COM

China: Moment Of Iconic Canton Tower Struck By Lightning Captured

On August 29, 2024, in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, a striking moment was captured during a stormy night. Under a slightly purple-tinted sky, a single bright lightning bolt suddenly struck, hitting the top of the iconic Canton Tower perfectly.   The scene was both awe-inspiring and dramatic, with the lightning illuminating the dark sky as it connected with the tower, known as ""Xiao Man Yao"" (Slim Waist).   Interestingly, Canton Tower is designed to function as a lightning rod, making the event a natural occurrence despite its spectacular appearance.

Philippines: Asteroid Spotted Burning Up In Sky 3

A small asteroid that entered Earth's atmosphere was spotted burning up in the sky over northern Philippines early Thursday, September 5 creating a massive fireball. The asteroid named "2024 RW1" was discovered by NASA’s Catalina Sky Survey observatory in Arizona on Wednesday.

Philippines: Asteroid Spotted Burning Up In Sky 2

A small asteroid that entered Earth's atmosphere was spotted burning up in the sky over northern Philippines early Thursday, September 5 creating a massive fireball. The asteroid named "2024 RW1" was discovered by NASA’s Catalina Sky Survey observatory in Arizona on Wednesday.

Philippines: Asteroid Spotted Burning Up In Sky

A small asteroid that entered Earth's atmosphere was spotted burning up in the sky over northern Philippines early Thursday, September 5 creating a massive fireball. The asteroid named "2024 RW1" was discovered by NASA’s Catalina Sky Survey observatory in Arizona on Wednesday.

US: Lightning Strikes Light Up Skies Over Northeast Amid Severe Storms 2

Another round of storms rolled through the US Northeast on Wednesday evening, July 17, prompting severe thunderstorm warnings in parts of Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont. The New York tri-state area was also under a severe thunderstorm watch due to forecast strong wind gusts and heavy rain. People on social media were sharing images of lightning strikes illuminating the skies as the storms rolled in.

US: Lightning Strikes Light Up Skies Over Northeast Amid Severe Storms

Another round of storms rolled through the US Northeast on Wednesday evening, July 17, prompting severe thunderstorm warnings in parts of Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont. The New York tri-state area was also under a severe thunderstorm watch due to forecast strong wind gusts and heavy rain. People on social media were sharing images of lightning strikes illuminating the skies as the storms rolled in.

US: Severe Thunderstorm Moves Through Midwest, Bringing Intense Lightning, Hail To Wisconsin 2

A severe thunderstorm moved through parts of the Midwest on Thursday, February 8, bringing tornado threats, intense lightning, and hail. Tornadoes were reported in Illinois and Wisconsin, and thousands of homes were left without power. This video shows lightning illuminating storm clouds in New Berlin, southeastern Wisconsin.

(InTibet) CHINA-XIZANG-XIGAZE-FARMERS' NEW YEAR-FEAST-GUTU (CN)

(InTibet) CHINA-XIZANG-XIGAZE-FARMERS' NEW YEAR-FEAST-GUTU (CN)

(240111) -- XIGAZE, Jan. 11, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on Jan. 10, 2024 shows fireworks illuminating the sky on the "Gutu Eve" of farmers' New Year in Xigaze, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. Locals in Xigaze celebrate the farmers' New Year on the first day of the twelfth month of the Tibetan calendar, which falls on Jan. 12 this year. As the festival approaches, families in Xigaze are exuding a cheerful and festive atmosphere. Like other locals, the 59-year-old Pasang Butri cooked on Wednesday night for families who gathered at her home and enjoyed a feast of "gutu", a traditional soup dish made of flour, to celebrate the upcoming farmers' New Year. "Gu" in Tibetan means nine, which is a lucky number. "Tu" means "pasta." Nine different fillings like wool, charcoal and chili are placed inside the dough drops, and each of these fillings has a meaning. For the family of Pasang Butri, this is their first time to spend the farmers' New Year in their new home, a newly renovated

33rd Qingdao Int'l Beer Festival showcases over 2,000 beers

STORY: 33rd Qingdao Int'l Beer Festival showcases over 2,000 beers DATELINE: July 16, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:06 LOCATION: JINAN, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the festival 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): MICHAEL BHATTI, Australian student of China University of Petroleum (East China) 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): HOI KA KIT, Super Bock Group from Portugal STORYLINE: With fireworks and light shows illuminating the sky, the 33rd Qingdao International Beer Festival kicked off Friday evening in the coastal city of Qingdao, east China's Shandong Province. According to the organizers, more than 2,000 beers from over 40 countries and regions are available to the attendees at the festival. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): MICHAEL BHATTI, Australian student of China University of Petroleum (East China) "I like the vibe, like the people, I like to taste different kinds of beers and the activities they arrange, of course." SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): HOI KA KIT, Super Bock Group from Portugal "Super Bock Group is proud to pa

CHINA-QINGDAO-INT'L BEER FESTIVAL (CN)

CHINA-QINGDAO-INT'L BEER FESTIVAL (CN)

(230715) -- QINGDAO, July 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Customers drink beer at a night market in Qingdao, east China's Shandong Province, July 14, 2023. With fireworks and light shows illuminating the sky, the 33rd Qingdao International Beer Festival kicked off Friday evening in the coastal city of Qingdao. TO GO WITH "33rd Qingdao International Beer Festival showcases over 2,000 beers" (Xinhua/Li Ziheng)

CHINA-QINGDAO-INT'L BEER FESTIVAL (CN)

CHINA-QINGDAO-INT'L BEER FESTIVAL (CN)

(230715) -- QINGDAO, July 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Customers drink beer at a night market in Qingdao, east China's Shandong Province, July 14, 2023. With fireworks and light shows illuminating the sky, the 33rd Qingdao International Beer Festival kicked off Friday evening in the coastal city of Qingdao. TO GO WITH "33rd Qingdao International Beer Festival showcases over 2,000 beers" (Xinhua/Li Ziheng)

CHINA-TIBET-ZANDA-GUGE KINGDOM-SCENERY (CN)

CHINA-TIBET-ZANDA-GUGE KINGDOM-SCENERY (CN)

(230527) -- ZANDA, May 27, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on May 26, 2023 shows the sunset glow illuminating the ruins of the Guge Kingdom at dusk in Zanda County of Ngari Prefecture, southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region. The ancient Guge Kingdom was probably founded in the 10th century but it was abandoned by the end of the 17th century. Only the mud-and-rock structures remained, sheltering their relics and wall paintings from the elements. The Guge Kingdom Ruins are among the first group of historical relics placed under state protection in China. Remains of the kingdom's main castle now lie atop a riverside mountain, covering 180,000 square meters. (Xinhua/Fei Maohua)

SOUTH KOREA-BUSAN-DRONE SHOW KOREA 2023

SOUTH KOREA-BUSAN-DRONE SHOW KOREA 2023

(230223) -- BUSAN, Feb. 23, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Visitors look at an illuminating drone at the Drone Show Korea 2023 at Busan Exhibition & Convention Center in Busan, South Korea, Feb. 23, 2023. The exhibition of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) kicked off here on Thursday to showcase latest technologies and models and to discuss the future of the industry. The annual event will last till Feb. 25, bringing together 172 firms and organizations that will operate 625 exhibition booths. (Xinhua/Wang Yiliang)

CHINA-LIAONING-SHENYANG-LANTERN SHOW (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-SHENYANG-LANTERN SHOW (CN)

(230101) -- SHENYANG, Jan. 1, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People visit a lantern show in Shenyang, northeast China's Liaoning Province, Dec. 31, 2022. A lantern show to greet the upcoming Spring Festival kicked off here on Dec. 30, 2022. Covering an area of more than 20,000 square meters, the lantern show, with more than 70 sets of large lighting installations illuminating the city's night sky, has become an attraction to visitors. (Xinhua/Yang Qing)

CHINA-LIAONING-SHENYANG-LANTERN SHOW (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-SHENYANG-LANTERN SHOW (CN)

(230101) -- SHENYANG, Jan. 1, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This aerial photo taken on Dec. 31, 2022 shows a view of a lantern show in Shenyang, northeast China's Liaoning Province. A lantern show to greet the upcoming Spring Festival kicked off here on Dec. 30, 2022. Covering an area of more than 20,000 square meters, the lantern show, with more than 70 sets of large lighting installations illuminating the city's night sky, has become an attraction to visitors. (Xinhua/Yang Qing)

CHINA-LIAONING-SHENYANG-LANTERN SHOW (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-SHENYANG-LANTERN SHOW (CN)

(230101) -- SHENYANG, Jan. 1, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This aerial photo taken on Dec. 31, 2022 shows a view of a lantern show in Shenyang, northeast China's Liaoning Province. A lantern show to greet the upcoming Spring Festival kicked off here on Dec. 30, 2022. Covering an area of more than 20,000 square meters, the lantern show, with more than 70 sets of large lighting installations illuminating the city's night sky, has become an attraction to visitors. (Xinhua/Yang Qing)

CHINA-LIAONING-SHENYANG-LANTERN SHOW (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-SHENYANG-LANTERN SHOW (CN)

(230101) -- SHENYANG, Jan. 1, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People visit a lantern show in Shenyang, northeast China's Liaoning Province, Dec. 31, 2022. A lantern show to greet the upcoming Spring Festival kicked off here on Dec. 30, 2022. Covering an area of more than 20,000 square meters, the lantern show, with more than 70 sets of large lighting installations illuminating the city's night sky, has become an attraction to visitors. (Xinhua/Yang Qing)

CHINA-LIAONING-SHENYANG-LANTERN SHOW (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-SHENYANG-LANTERN SHOW (CN)

(230101) -- SHENYANG, Jan. 1, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People visit a lantern show in Shenyang, northeast China's Liaoning Province, Dec. 31, 2022. A lantern show to greet the upcoming Spring Festival kicked off here on Dec. 30, 2022. Covering an area of more than 20,000 square meters, the lantern show, with more than 70 sets of large lighting installations illuminating the city's night sky, has become an attraction to visitors. (Xinhua/Yang Qing)

CHINA-LIAONING-SHENYANG-LANTERN SHOW (CN)

CHINA-LIAONING-SHENYANG-LANTERN SHOW (CN)

(230101) -- SHENYANG, Jan. 1, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People visit a lantern show in Shenyang, northeast China's Liaoning Province, Dec. 31, 2022. A lantern show to greet the upcoming Spring Festival kicked off here on Dec. 30, 2022. Covering an area of more than 20,000 square meters, the lantern show, with more than 70 sets of large lighting installations illuminating the city's night sky, has become an attraction to visitors. (Xinhua/Yang Qing)