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France: Violent Thunderstorm Batters Paris, Causing Flooding and Damage

A violent thunderstorm struck Paris on Wednesday, June 25, bringing torrential rain, hail, and strong winds. Flooding and damage, including downed trees, were reported in various parts of the city. This video shows downed trees on a street in Paris.

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Wildlife Conservation Society's deputy head in Japan

TOKYO, Japan - Jerome Mokoko, assistant director of the Wildlife Conservation Society, speaks of the importance of conserving nature in Tokyo on Aug. 26, 2014. Mokoko, from the Republic of Congo, warned that increasing demand for ivory and growing Asian needs for wood have impacted wildlife preservation in his country.

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Wildlife Conservation Society's deputy head in Japan

TOKYO, Japan - Jerome Mokoko, assistant director of the Wildlife Conservation Society, speaks of the importance of conserving nature in Tokyo on Aug. 26, 2014. Mokoko, from the Democratic Republic of Congo, warned that increasing demand for ivory and growing Asian needs for wood have impacted wildlife preservation in his country. (Kyodo)