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.

Lawak Island in South China Sea

Lawak Island in South China Sea

TOKYO, Japan - File photo in June 2012 shows a Filipino soldier towing a boat carrying supplies to Philippine-controlled Lawak Island (back) in the South China Sea.

Lawak Island in South China Sea

Lawak Island in South China Sea

TOKYO, Japan - File photo in June 2012 shows part of a small Filipino naval base on Philippine-controlled Lawak Island in the South China Sea.

Philippines-controlled islands in Spratlys

Philippines-controlled islands in Spratlys

MANILA, Philippines - Members of the Philippine navy are seen next to a high-speed boat loaded with supplies on the shore of Lawak Island, which is under Philippine control, in the Spratly Islands in the South China Sea on June 1, 2012.

Philippines-controlled islands in Spratlys

Philippines-controlled islands in Spratlys

MANILA, Philippines - Photo shows Patag Island (front) and Lawak Island (R back), which are under Philippine control, in the Spratly Islands in the South China Sea on June 1, 2012.