China: Dog Protects Injured Kitten From Attacking Stray Cat

Surveillance footage from Jiangsu on July 8, 2026 shows a family dog chasing off a stray cat that was attacking an injured kitten in the household, protecting the smaller pet from harm.

China: Men Rescue Drowning Dog From Steep Riverbank

Footage from Shenyang, Liaoning on July 20, 2026 shows a group of men working together to rescue a dog struggling in the water below a steep riverbank, eventually pulling it to safety after an initial attempt with a plastic stool failed.

China: Electric Scooter Suspended by Strong Winds as Typhoon Noul Hits Guangdong

Footage from Shantou, Guangdong on July 25, 2026 shows an electric scooter lifted off the ground after a rope from a fallen advertising board became snagged on it amid strong winds from Typhoon Noul. The scooter remained suspended as the storm continued to batter the area.

China: River Packed With Boats at Qinling Rafting Attraction

Video from Ankang, Shaanxi on July 26, 2026 shows crowds of tourists packed onto kayaks at the Qinling rafting attraction, with boats covering much of the river and leaving little space between them.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

A collapsed house is pictured in Hikawa, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 4, 2026, after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Collapsed houses are pictured in Hikawa, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 4, 2026, after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Collapsed houses are pictured in Hikawa, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 4, 2026, after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Collapsed houses are pictured in Hikawa, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 4, 2026, after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

People clean up items scattered across the floor in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 4, 2026, following a powerful earthquake that struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Files and other items are scattered across the floor of a pharmacy in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 4, 2026, following a powerful earthquake that struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Residents collect water from a tanker truck at an evacuation center in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 4, 2026, as water supplies remain disrupted following a powerful earthquake that struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

People collect water from a tanker truck at an evacuation center in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 4, 2026, as water supplies remain disrupted following a powerful earthquake that struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Disaster waste is pictured at a temporary storage site in Hikawa, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 4, 2026, following a powerful earthquake that struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Disaster waste is brought to a temporary storage site in Hikawa, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 4, 2026, following a powerful earthquake that struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Disaster waste is brought to a temporary storage site in Hikawa, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 4, 2026, following a powerful earthquake that struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Disaster waste is brought to a temporary storage site in Hikawa, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 4, 2026, following a powerful earthquake that struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Disaster waste is brought to a temporary storage site in Hikawa, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 4, 2026, following a powerful earthquake that struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Disaster waste is brought to a temporary storage site in Hikawa, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 4, 2026, following a powerful earthquake that struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Photo taken on Aug. 3, 2026, shows a Nippon Paper Industries Co. plant damaged in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, following a powerful earthquake that struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

A man pours water over himself while taking a break from cleaning up his damaged family home in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 3, 2026, after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Photo taken on Aug. 3, 2026, shows a Nippon Paper Industries Co. plant with its smokestack broken in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, following a powerful earthquake that struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Evacuees line up to receive water and food supplies at an evacuation center equipped with large electric fans in Hikawa, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 3, 2026, after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Japan PM Takaichi visits quake-hit Kumamoto

Japan PM Takaichi visits quake-hit Kumamoto

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (C) holds talks with Kumamoto Gov. Takashi Kimura at the Kumamoto prefectural government office on Aug. 3, 2026, during her visit to the southwestern Japan prefecture struck by a powerful earthquake on July 28. (Pool photo)

Japan PM Takaichi visits quake-hit Kumamoto

Japan PM Takaichi visits quake-hit Kumamoto

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi meets with people at an evacuation center in Hikawa in Kumamoto Prefecture on Aug. 3, 2026, after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture and its vicinity on July 28. (Pool photo)

Japan PM Takaichi visits quake-hit Kumamoto

Japan PM Takaichi visits quake-hit Kumamoto

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (L) meets with people at an evacuation center in Hikawa in Kumamoto Prefecture on Aug. 3, 2026, after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture and its vicinity on July 28. (Pool photo)

Japan PM Takaichi visits quake-hit Kumamoto

Japan PM Takaichi visits quake-hit Kumamoto

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (C) meets with people at an evacuation center in Hikawa in Kumamoto Prefecture on Aug. 3, 2026, after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture and its vicinity on July 28. (Pool photo)

Italy: M4.7 Earthquake Triggers Intense Rockfalls in Pozzuoli 3

A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck the Campi Flegrei region of Italy on Friday, July 31, which was the strongest to hit the region in 40 years, leaving at least 21 people injured. In Pozzuoli, rockfalls, building collapses, and power outages were reported.

Japan PM Takaichi visits quake-hit Kumamoto

Japan PM Takaichi visits quake-hit Kumamoto

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (C) meets with people at an evacuation center in Hikawa in Kumamoto Prefecture on Aug. 3, 2026, after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture and its vicinity on July 28. (Pool photo)

Japan PM Takaichi visits quake-hit Kumamoto

Japan PM Takaichi visits quake-hit Kumamoto

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (C) meets the press at the Kumamoto prefectural government office alongside Kumamoto Gov. Takashi Kimura (2nd from R) on Aug. 3, 2026, during her visit to the southwestern Japan prefecture struck by a powerful earthquake on July 28. (Pool photo)

Japan PM Takaichi visits quake-hit Kumamoto

Japan PM Takaichi visits quake-hit Kumamoto

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (3rd from L) holds talks with Kumamoto Gov. Takashi Kimura (2nd from R) at the Kumamoto prefectural government office on Aug. 3, 2026, during her visit to the southwestern Japan prefecture struck by a powerful earthquake on July 28. (Pool photo)

Japan PM Takaichi visits quake-hit Kumamoto

Japan PM Takaichi visits quake-hit Kumamoto

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (C) meets with people at an evacuation center in Hikawa in Kumamoto Prefecture on Aug. 3, 2026, after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture and its vicinity on July 28. (Pool photo)

Japan PM Takaichi visits quake-hit Kumamoto

Japan PM Takaichi visits quake-hit Kumamoto

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (L) shakes hands with people at an evacuation center in Hikawa in Kumamoto Prefecture on Aug. 3, 2026, after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture and its vicinity on July 28. (Pool photo)

Japan PM Takaichi visits quake-hit Kumamoto

Japan PM Takaichi visits quake-hit Kumamoto

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (far R) visits an evacuation center in Hikawa in Kumamoto Prefecture on Aug. 3, 2026, after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture and its vicinity on July 28. (Pool photo)

Italy: M4.7 Earthquake Triggers Intense Rockfalls in Pozzuoli

A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck the Campi Flegrei region of Italy on Friday, July 31, which was the strongest to hit the region in 40 years, leaving at least 21 people injured. In Pozzuoli, rockfalls, building collapses, and power outages were reported.

China: Gorilla Reacts to Visitor’s Handstand Outside Glass Enclosure

On July 16, 2026, a visitor performed a handstand on the viewing platform outside a gorilla enclosure at a zoo in Changchun, Jilin. The gorilla noticed the movement, became excited, and repeatedly jumped and slapped the glass, appearing curious about the display.

China: Cat Slides Into Shop as Typhoon Batters Guangdong

As a shop owner opened the front door to check typhoon conditions in Guangdong, a cat suddenly dashed in, sliding sideways across the smooth floor before regaining its balance and settling safely inside.

China: Stray Kitten Follows Man Back Under Car in Liaoning

A stray kitten hid under a man's car in Yingkou, Liaoning. After he coaxed it out and placed it on a flower bed, the kitten followed him back under the car, prompting him to bring it into his vehicle.

China: Dark Storm Clouds Loom Over Liupanshui in Guizhou

A dramatic storm front was filmed descending over Liupanshui, Guizhou, with dark clouds hanging low over the city and heavy rain visible in the distance across the surrounding hills.

[Breaking News]Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman

BEIJING, China, July 30 Kyodo - Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning speaks at a press conference in Beijing on July 29, 2026, offering condolences to those affected by a powerful quake that hit Kumamoto Prefecture and its vicinity. (Kyodo)

[Breaking News]Aeon president speaks about post-quake explosion

KUMAMOTO, Japan, July 30 Kyodo - Aeon Co. President Akio Yoshida bows at a press conference in Kumamoto in the southwestern Japan prefecture of Kumamoto on July 29, 2026, a day after an Aeon shopping mall in Kashima in the prefecture was rocked by a deadly explosion following a strong earthquake that struck the region. (Kyodo)

[Breaking News]Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

YATSUSHIRO, Japan, July 30 Kyodo - Video taken from a drone shows cracks in the ground in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, on July 29, 2026, a day after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture and its vicinity. (Kyodo)

[Breaking News]BOJ key monetary meeting

TOKYO, Japan, July 31 Kyodo - Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda holds a press conference at the central bank's headquarters in Tokyo on July 31, 2026, following a two-day monetary policy meeting. (Kyodo)

[Breaking News]Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

YATSUSHIRO, Japan, July 29 Kyodo - A torii gate at a shrine lies toppled in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, on July 29, 2026, a day after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture and its vicinity. (Kyodo)

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

A collapsed house is reflected in a road mirror in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 2, 2026, after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

A collapsed house is reflected in a road mirror in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 2, 2026, after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

A collapsed house is pictured in Hikawa, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 2, 2026, after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

A collapsed house is pictured in Hikawa, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 2, 2026, after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Collapsed houses are pictured in Hikawa, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 2, 2026, after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

A collapsed house is pictured in Hikawa, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 2, 2026, after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

Collapsed houses are pictured in Hikawa, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 2, 2026, after a powerful earthquake struck the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.