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Taiwan: Typhoon Danas Topples Archway of Tainan’s Nankunshen Daitian Temple

Typhoon Danas made landfall near Budai Township, Chiayi County around 11:40 p.m. on Sunday, July 6, bringing gusty winds and heavy rainfall. Typhoon Danas weakened to a tropical storm after its eye departed Taiwan early Monday. The storm toppled Tainan's iconic archway of Nankunshen Daitian Temple, causing widespread flooding across the neighborhood.

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U.S. Deploys Two B-52H Stratofortress To Romania

Handout file photo dated May 1, 2013 shows the X-51A WaveRider, attached to the inner wing of a B-52 Spirit, flew its fourth and final mission May 1, 2013, over the Point Mugu Naval Air Warfare Center Sea Range, CA, USA. On July 21, 2024, two B-52H Stratofortress aircraft from the U.S. Air Force’s 2nd Bomb Wing, stationed at Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana, landed at Mihail Kogalniceanu Airbase in Romania as part of Bomber Task Force 24-4. During their flight over the Barents Sea, the B-52s, operating in international airspace in compliance with international law, were intercepted by two Russian aircraft around 8 a.m. Central European Time. Despite the interception, the B-52s maintained their flight path and continued their mission as planned, including integration exercises with NATO fighter jets, before landing at Mihail Kogalniceanu Air Base. U.S. Air Force photo by Bobbi Zapka via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Super typhoon Haiyan's survivors in Philippines eye for renewable energy

STORY: Super typhoon Haiyan's survivors in Philippines eye for renewable energy SHOOTING TIME: July. 14, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 10, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:08 LOCATION: TACLOBAN, Philippines CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): ANTONIO MIGUEL OMOTO, Typhoon Haiyan survivor 2. various of Tacloban city 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): ANTONIO MIGUEL OMOTO, Typhoon Haiyan survivor 4. various of Omoto's graduating ceremony 5. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): ANTONIO MIGUEL OMOTO, Typhoon Haiyan survivor STORYLINE: Antonio Miguel Omoto from Tacloban city in the Philippines moved in September to the city of Jiuquan, northwest China's Gansu Province for further study under a scholarship program. He will stay at Jiuquan Vocational Technical College (JVTC) for the next three years for renewable energy technology studies. The life-changing decision may be rooted in Omoto's nightmare memories of the super typhoon Haiyan, which blew away his home and hit the Philippines on Nov. 8, 2013, and left more than 7,300 peopl

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Turkish police detain 28 IS suspects in Istanbul

STORY: Turkish police detain 28 IS suspects in Istanbul DATELINE: July 15, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:35 LOCATION: ISTANBUL, Türkiye CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Istanbul Police Department in Türkiye 2. various of special operations 3. various of police officers searching the houses they raided 4. various of arrested suspects being taken to the police station STORYLINE: Turkish police launched a counter-terror operation against alleged members of the Islamic State (IS) group and detained more than two dozen suspects, the local NTV broadcaster reported on Friday. The police raided 15 hideouts of the suspects in the districts of Basaksehir, Esenyurt, and Beylikduzu in Istanbul, and detained 28 foreign suspects, without revealing specific countries of origin. Türkiye declared IS a terror group in 2013 following a string of deadly bombing attacks from the group in the country, killing and injuring scores of people. Since then, there have been regular arrests and detentions of suspected IS members b

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Türkiye arrests 22 foreign nationals over links to IS

STORY: Türkiye arrests 22 foreign nationals over links to IS DATELINE: July 10, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:06 LOCATION: Ankara CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the operation STORYLINE: Turkish police have arrested 22 foreign nationals affiliated with the Islamic State (IS) group in an anti-terror operation across the capital Ankara, semi-official Anadolu Agency reported Monday. Police conducted the operation to arrest 27 suspects over alleged links to the IS group, Anadolu said, citing security sources, adding that hunting for the remaining suspects is continuing. Türkiye declared IS a terrorist group in 2013 following a string of deadly bombing attacks from the group in the country, killing and injuring scores of people. Since then, there have been regular arrests and detentions of suspected IS members by security forces in several cities. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Ankara. (XHTV)

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Hyogo assembly member cries during press conference

KOBE, Japan - Ryutaro Nonomura, a member of the Hyogo prefectural assembly, cries during a press conference in Kobe, western Japan, on July 1, 2014. Nonomura admitted to spending around 3 million yen without any receipts for 195 one-day business trips in fiscal 2013 through March.

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Hyogo assembly member cries during press conference

KOBE, Japan - Ryutaro Nonomura, a member of the Hyogo prefectural assembly, cries during a press conference in Kobe, western Japan, on July 1, 2014. Nonomura admitted to spending around 3 million yen without any receipts for 195 one-day business trips in fiscal 2013 through March.

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Glass-plate negatives recording 1896 Sanriku quake

TOKYO, Japan - Shozo Fujiwara, an official of the Morioka Local Meteorological Observatory, holds some of the glass-plate negatives recording damage inflicted by the 1896 earthquake and tsunami that hit the Sanriku region on the Pacific coast in northeastern Japan, at the observatory in Morioka, Iwate Prefecture, on July 1, 2013.

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A-bomb survivors protest U.S. test

HIROSHIMA, Japan - The 1945 atomic bombing survivors and other protesters stage a sit-in near a cenotaph for atomic bombing victims in Hiroshima on Nov. 1, 2013, after the United States revealed it had conducted an experiment using a small amount of plutonium to examine the capabilities of its nuclear weapons between July and September 2013.

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A-bomb survivors protest U.S. test

NAGASAKI, Japan - The 1945 atomic bombing survivors and other protesters stage a sit-in near the Peace Statue in Nagasaki on Nov. 1, 2013, after the United States revealed it had conducted an experiment using a small amount of plutonium to examine the capabilities of its nuclear weapons between July and September 2013.

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Animation movie director Miyazaki to retire

TOKYO, Japan - File photo taken in July 2013 shows Japanese animation film director Hayao Miyazaki standing in front of his studio in Koganei, Tokyo. The award-winning director has decided to retire, his office said on Sept. 1, 2013.

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Tourists in Japan

YOKOHAMA, Japan - Photo shows a family from Indonesia visiting Shinyokohama Raumen Museum, an amusement facility featuring ramen noodles, in Yokohama near Tokyo on Aug. 14, 2013. The number of foreign visitors to Japan in July 2013 topped 1 million for the first time, a record high for any month, due partly to the effect of easier visa requirements for Southeast Asian nations, a government tourism body said on Aug. 21, 2013.

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World's 1st iPS clinical research to begin

KOBE, Japan - Masayo Takahashi, project leader from the state-backed scientific research institute Riken, speaks at a news conference in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, on July 30, 2013. Riken and the Foundation for Biomedical Research and Innovation said that the world's first clinical research using induced pluripotent stem cells, known as iPS cells, for the regeneration of retina will begin on August 1, 2013.

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World's 1st iPS clinical research to begin

KOBE, Japan - Masayo Takahashi (far L), project leader from the state-backed scientific research institute Riken, speaks at a news conference in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, on July 30, 2013. Riken and the Foundation for Biomedical Research and Innovation said that the world's first clinical research using induced pluripotent stem cells, known as iPS cells, for the regeneration of retina will begin on August 1, 2013.

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World's 1st iPS clinical research to begin

KOBE, Japan - Masayo Takahashi, project leader from the state-backed scientific research institute Riken, speaks at a news conference in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, on July 30, 2013. Riken and the Foundation for Biomedical Research and Innovation said that the world's first clinical research using induced pluripotent stem cells, known as iPS cells, for the regeneration of retina will begin on August 1, 2013.

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World's 1st iPS clinical research to begin

KOBE, Japan - Masayo Takahashi, project leader from the state-backed scientific research institute Riken, speaks at a news conference in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, on July 30, 2013. Riken and the Foundation for Biomedical Research and Innovation said that the world's first clinical research using induced pluripotent stem cells, known as iPS cells, for the regeneration of retina will begin on August 1, 2013.

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World's 1st iPS clinical research to begin

KOBE, Japan - Masayo Takahashi (L), project leader from the state-backed scientific research institute Riken, speaks at a news conference in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, on July 30, 2013. Riken and the Foundation for Biomedical Research and Innovation said that the world's first clinical research using induced pluripotent stem cells, known as iPS cells, for the regeneration of retina will begin on August 1, 2013.

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Japan win East Asian Cup

SEOUL, South Korea - Japan players celebrate after winning the East Asian Cup title in Seoul on July 28, 2013. Japan defeated South Korea 2-1 in the final match of the soccer tournament earlier in the day.

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Japan win East Asian Cup

SEOUL, South Korea - South Korea supporters display a huge banner in the stands, reading, "There is no future for a nation that forgets history," during the final match of the East Asian Cup soccer tournament against Japan in Seoul on July 28, 2013. Japan defeated South Korea 2-1 and won the title.

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Japan win East Asian Cup

SEOUL, South Korea - Japan coach Alberto Zaccheroni (C, holding the trophy) and players celebrate after winning the East Asian Cup title in Seoul on July 28, 2013. Japan defeated South Korea 2-1 in the final match of the soccer tournament earlier in the day.

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Japan win East Asian Cup

SEOUL, South Korea - South Korea's Yun Il Lok (22) celebrates after scoring an equalizing goal in the 33rd minute of the final match of the East Asian Cup soccer tournament against Japan in Seoul on July 28, 2013. Japan defeated South Korea 2-1 to clinch the title.

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Japan win East Asian Cup

SEOUL, South Korea - Japan forward Yoichiro Kakitani celebrates after scoring the game-winning goal in injury time of the final match of the East Asian Cup soccer tournament against South Korea in Seoul on July 28, 2013. Japan defeated South Korea 2-1 to clinch the title.

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Japan win East Asian Cup

SEOUL, South Korea - Japan forward Yoichiro Kakitani (30) scores the opener in the 25th minute of the final match of the East Asian Cup soccer tournament against South Korea in Seoul on July 28, 2013. Japan defeated South Korea 2-1 to clinch the title.

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Japan win East Asian Cup

SEOUL, South Korea - South Korea supporters display a huge banner in the stands, reading, "There is no future for a nation that forgets history," during the final match of the East Asian Cup soccer tournament against Japan in Seoul on July 28, 2013. Japan defeated South Korea 2-1 and won the title.

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Japan win East Asian Cup

SEOUL, South Korea - Japan forward Yoichiro Kakitani (30) scores the opener in the 25th minute of the final match of the East Asian Cup soccer tournament against South Korea in Seoul on July 28, 2013. Japan defeated South Korea 2-1 to clinch the title.

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S. Korea beat Nadeshiko

SEOUL, South Korea - Japan captain Aya Miyama (C) and her teammates are pictured after losing a Women's East Asian Cup soccer match against South Korea 2-1 at Jamsil Olympic Stadium in Seoul on July 27, 2013. Japan finished second, missing out on a third consecutive title in the competition.

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S. Korea beat Nadeshiko

SEOUL, South Korea - South Korea's Ji So Yun (10) scores her second goal past Japan goalkeeper Ayumi Kaihori during the second half of a Women's East Asian Cup soccer match at Jamsil Olympic Stadium in Seoul on July 27, 2013. South Korea won 2-1. Japan finished second, missing out on a third consecutive title in the competition.

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S. Korea beat Nadeshiko

SEOUL, South Korea - Japan's Yuki Ogimi (far R) scores during the second half of a Women's East Asian Cup soccer match against South Korea at Jamsil Olympic Stadium in Seoul on July 27, 2013. South Korea won 2-1. Japan finished second, missing out on a third consecutive title in the competition.

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Arsenal in Japan friendly

SAITAMA, Japan - Arsenal striker Lukas Podolski (R) celebrates after scoring in the second half of a friendly match in Saitama near Tokyo on July 26, 2013. Arsenal won 2-1.

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Arsenal in Japan friendly

SAITAMA, Japan - Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere (front) and Urawa Reds midfielder Naoki Yamada compete for the ball during the first half of a friendly match in Saitama, near Tokyo, on July 26, 2013. Arsenal won 2-1.

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Climbers on Mt. Fuji asked to pay admission fee

FUJIYOSHIDA, Japan - Photo taken July 25, 2013, shows a box set up at the sixth station of Mt. Fuji to collect a 1,000 yen admission fee. Local authorities started collecting the fee on a trial basis the same day from those climbing Mt. Fuji to secure funds for preserving the environment at the new UNESCO world heritage site.

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Climbers on Mt. Fuji asked to pay admission fee

FUJIYOSHIDA, Japan - Photo taken July 25, 2013, shows souvenir badges to be given to those climbing Mt. Fuji and paying a 1,000 yen admission fee, at a collection point at the sixth station of Mt. Fuji. Local authorities started collecting the fee on a trial basis the same day to secure funds for preserving the environment at the new UNESCO world heritage site.

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Climbers on Mt. Fuji asked to pay admission fee

FUJIYOSHIDA, Japan - Climbers pay a 1,000 yen admission fee on July 25, 2013 at a collection box at the sixth station of Mt. Fuji. Local authorities started collecting the fee on a trial basis the same day from those climbing Mt. Fuji to secure funds for preserving the environment at the new UNESCO world heritage site.

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Climbers on Mt. Fuji asked to pay admission fee

FUJIYOSHIDA, Japan - Climbers pay a 1,000 yen admission fee on July 25, 2013 at a collection box at the sixth station of Mt. Fuji. Local authorities started collecting the fee on a trial basis the same day from those climbing Mt. Fuji to secure funds for preserving the environment at the new UNESCO world heritage site.

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Sagan Tosu vs. Sydney FC

TOSU, Japan - Former Italy forward Alessandro del Piero of Sydney FC exchanges high-fives with fans after a friendly against Sagan Tosu at Best Amenity Stadium in Tosu, Saga Prefecture, on July 24, 2013. Sagan Tosu won 2-1.

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Sagan Tosu vs. Sydney FC

TOSU, Japan - Former Italy forward Alessandro del Piero of Sydney FC shakes hands with Sagan Tosu players after a friendly at Best Amenity Stadium in Tosu, Saga Prefecture, on July 24, 2013. Sagan Tosu won 2-1.

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Sagan Tosu vs. Sydney FC

TOSU, Japan - Sagan Tosu's Kota Mizunuma (front) scores his second goal during the first half of a friendly against Sydney FC at Best Amenity Stadium in Tosu, Saga Prefecture, on July 24, 2013. Sagan Tosu won 2-1.

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Sagan Tosu vs. Sydney FC

TOSU, Japan - Former Italy forward Alessandro del Piero of Sydney FC acknowledges cheers after a friendly against Sagan Tosu at Best Amenity Stadium in Tosu, Saga Prefecture, on July 24, 2013. Sagan Tosu won 2-1.

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Sagan Tosu vs. Sydney FC

TOSU, Japan - Sagan Tosu's Kota Mizunuma (8) celebrates after scoring from a free kick during the first half of a friendly against Sydney FC at Best Amenity Stadium in Tosu, Saga Prefecture, on July 24, 2013. Sagan Tosu won 2-1.

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Sagan Tosu vs. Sydney FC

TOSU, Japan - Former Italy forward Alessandro del Piero of Sydney FC acknowledges cheers from spectators as he is substituted during the second half of a friendly against Sagan Tosu at Best Amenity Stadium in Tosu, Saga Prefecture, on July 24, 2013. Sagan Tosu won 2-1.

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Sagan Tosu vs. Sydney FC

TOSU, Japan - Former Italy forward Alessandro del Piero of Sydney FC acknowledges cheers from spectators as he is substituted during the second half of a friendly against Sagan Tosu at Best Amenity Stadium in Tosu, Saga Prefecture, on July 24, 2013. Sagan Tosu won 2-1.

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Sagan Tosu vs. Sydney FC

TOSU, Japan - Former Italy forward Alessandro del Piero of Sydney FC falls during the first half of a friendly against Sagan Tosu at Best Amenity Stadium in Tosu, Saga Prefecture, on July 24, 2013. Sagan Tosu won 2-1.

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Sagan Tosu vs. Sydney FC

TOSU, Japan - Former Italy forward Alessandro del Piero of Sydney FC takes a corner during the first half of a friendly against Sagan Tosu at Best Amenity Stadium in Tosu, Saga Prefecture, on July 24, 2013. Sagan Tosu won 2-1.

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Sagan Tosu vs. Sydney FC

TOSU, Japan - Former Italy forward Alessandro del Piero of Sydney FC (front R) fends off Kota Mizunuma of Sagan Tosu (8) during the first half of a friendly at Best Amenity Stadium in Tosu, Saga Prefecture, on July 24, 2013. Sagan Tosu won 2-1.

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Arsenal in Japan friendly

TOYOTA, Japan - Arsenal players greet fans after a friendly match against Nagoya Grampus in Aichi Prefecture on July 22, 2013. Arsenal won 3-1.

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Arsenal in Japan friendly

TOYOTA, Japan - Arsenal's Theo Walcott (L) scores the team's third goal past Nagoya Grampus goalkeeper Seigo Narazaki (R) during the second half of a friendly match in Aichi Prefecture on July 22, 2013. Arsenal won 3-1.

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Women's East Asian Cup soccer

SEOUL, South Korea - North Korea (back) and South Korea (front) players shake hands after a Women's East Asian Cup soccer match in Seoul on July 21, 2013. North Korea won 2-1.

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Women's East Asian Cup soccer

SEOUL, South Korea - North Korea players celebrate after beating South Korea 2-1 during a Women's East Asian Cup soccer match in Seoul on July 21, 2013.

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Volkswagen cars imported by Japan unit top 1 million

NAGOYA, Japan - Photo shows the 1 millionth Volkswagen car -- the Golf -- imported by the Japanese unit of German automaker Volkswagen AG, in Toyohashi, Aichi Prefecture on July 17, 2013. Volkswagen Group Japan K.K. said the same day it has imported more than 1 million Volkswagen cars since it took over the imports from Japanese car dealer Yanase & Co. in April 1991.

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Volkswagen cars imported by Japan unit top 1 million

NAGOYA, Japan - Volkswagen cars are unshipped in Toyohashi, Aichi Prefecture on July 17, 2013. The Japanese unit of German automaker Volkswagen AG said the same day it has imported more than 1 million Volkswagen cars since it took over the imports from Japanese car dealer Yanase & Co. in April 1991.