US: Gold Mountain Fire Continues to Rage in Ouray County With No Containment

The Gold Mountain fire in Ouray County, Colorado grew to 12,376 acres as of Tuesday, June 30, with zero percent containment. Governor Jared Polis declared a disaster emergency. Ouray County officials ordered more mandatory evacuations and part of U.S. 550 remained closed.

US: Several Inches of Snow Forecast for NYC, Prompting Travel Warnings Across City 3

A winter storm warning was issued for parts of New York as a powerful system moved into the Tri-State area on Friday, December 26. In response to the conditions, a state of emergency has been declared in both New York and New Jersey. 5 to 9 inches of snow were expected, and NYC's Department of Emergency Management issued a travel advisory, warning that roads would become slick.

Myanmar: Flash Floods Hit Tachileik After Sai River Overflows

Heavy rainfall on Monday, July 28, caused the Sai River—which runs along the Thailand–Myanmar border—to overflow, leading to flash floods in low-lying areas of Tachileik, Shan State. Floodwaters affected several neighborhoods, including Pone Htun, Talawt, and Makao Kham wards. As a precaution, authorities cut electricity to minimize safety risks.

Myanmar: Flash Floods Hit Tachileik After Sai River Overflows 2

Heavy rainfall on Monday, July 28, caused the Sai River—which runs along the Thailand–Myanmar border—to overflow, leading to flash floods in low-lying areas of Tachileik, Shan State. Floodwaters affected several neighborhoods, including Pone Htun, Talawt, and Makao Kham wards. As a precaution, authorities cut electricity to minimize safety risks.

US: Pro-Palestinian Protesters Disrupt University Of Michigan Graduation Ceremony 3

Pro-Palestinian protesters briefly disrupted a University of Michigan graduation ceremony at Michigan Stadium on Saturday, May 4. Planes flew over the stadium with the message, "Divest from Israel now! Free Palestine!" and "We stand with Israel. Jewish lives matter."

US: Pro-Palestine Demonstrators Hold Protest Calling For Israel-Hamas Immediate Ceasefire During 2024 Oscars

Pro-ceasefire demonstrators held a protest during this year's Academy Awards ceremony, March 10. The pro-Palestinian protesters calling for the immediate ceasefire of the ongoing Israel-Hamas war disrupted traffic on the main road to the Dolby Theater, causing the delay of the arrival of some of the big stars. They reached the red carpet but were met by anti-riot police.

Japan on brink of WBC elimination after loss to S. Korea

Japan on brink of WBC elimination after loss to S. Korea

SAN DIEGO, United States - Japan pitcher Yu Darvish reacts after striking out South Korea's Ko Young Min in the fifth inning of their game in the World Baseball Classic second round at PETCO Park in San Diego, California, on March 17.

S. Korea beats Mexico 8-2 in WBC 2nd round

S. Korea beats Mexico 8-2 in WBC 2nd round

SAN DIEGO, United States - South Korea's Ko Young Min (L) and Lee Jin Young pull off a double steal in the seventh inning of a game against Mexico in the second round of the World Baseball Classic at PETCO Park in San Diego, California, on March 15. South Korea won 8-2 and will play against Japan on March 18 for a spot in the semifinals.

Japan on brink of WBC elimination after loss to S. Korea

Japan on brink of WBC elimination after loss to S. Korea

SAN DIEGO, United States - Japan pitcher Yu Darvish reacts after striking out South Korea's Ko Young Min in the fifth inning of their game in the World Baseball Classic second round at PETCO Park in San Diego, California, on March 17. (Kyodo)

S. Korea beats Mexico 8-2 in WBC 2nd round

S. Korea beats Mexico 8-2 in WBC 2nd round

SAN DIEGO, United States - South Korea's Ko Young Min (L) and Lee Jin Young pull off a double steal in the seventh inning of a game against Mexico in the second round of the World Baseball Classic at PETCO Park in San Diego, California, on March 15. South Korea won 8-2 and will play against Japan on March 18 for a spot in the semifinals. (Kyodo)