World Cup 2026 – Cape Verde Fans Celebrate as Debutants Stun Spain With Historic 0-0 Draw

Cape Verde pulled off a stunning upset on Monday, holding heavily favored Spain to a 0-0 draw in the island nation's first-ever World Cup match, earning the 67th-ranked debutants a historic point against the second-ranked European champions. This video shows Cape Verde fans gathering at City of Providence watch party for the game vs. Spain at the municipal parking lot across from Pawtucket City Hall.

Japan: Typhoon Jangmi Lashes Okinawa and Amami Islands With Destructive Winds

Typhoon Jangmi brought heavy rain and damaging winds to Okinawa and Amami islands, southern Japan, as it approached Okinawa's main island on Monday, June 1. All flights to and from Naha Airport were cancelled, while public transport, schools, and businesses were also shut for the day.

Japan: High Waves Pound Yoron Island Shore as Typhoon Jangmi Approaches

Typhoon Jangmi brought strong winds to Okinawa and Amami islands, southern Japan on Monday, June 1 as it approached the Okinawa main island.

US: Palisades Fire Visible From Flights Near LAX As 30,000 Evacuate 4

Huge plumes of smoke were visible from flights arriving and departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) as a wildfire rapidly spread through Pacific Palisades fueled by Santa Ana winds on Tuesday, January 7. The fire has scorched more than 2,900 acres, prompting the evacuation of nearly 30,000 residents and causing several road closures. Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency to provide additional support to the affected communities.

US: Palisades Fire Smoke Visible From Flights Near LAX As 30,000 Evacuate 2

Huge plumes of smoke were visible from flights arriving and departing from Los Angeles International Airport as a wildfire rapidly spread through Pacific Palisades fueled by Santa Ana winds on Tuesday, January 7. The fire has scorched more than 2,900 acres, prompting the evacuation of nearly 30,000 residents and causing several road closures. Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency to provide additional support to the affected communities.

The Northern Territories: Islands That Have Yet to Return

As Japan and the Soviet Union continue to disagree over the ownership of the Northern Territories, a caravan launches a campaign. 　 A caravan of people demanding the return of the Northern Territories visits Secretary of Internal Affairs and Communications Inamura, shaking his hand in encouragement; scenes at Cape Nosappu; people peering through binoculars at the Northern Territories in the distance; scenes of talks between Japan and the Soviet Union; the caravan travels around the country; scenes at a meeting in Nagoya demanding the return of the Northern Territories; greetings from Aichi Governor Nakaya Yoshiaki; and more. Fishermen fishing for kelp. Date of shooting unknown, release date: September 15, 1984.

The Northern Territories: Aiming for an Early Return

Local people hand in a letter of request to Prime Minister Ohira Masayoshi to appeal for the return of the Northern Territories. 　 <Caption> The scenery of Cape Nosappu, people peering through binoculars at the Northern Territories in the distance, the governors of Hokkaido visiting the Diet to demand the early return of the Northern Territories, the handing of a letter of request to Prime Minister Ohira, and government officials listening to appeals for the return of the Northern Territories. Date of shooting unknown, Date of release: February 23, 1979.