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Spain: Torrential Rain Triggers Deadly Flooding in Barcelona 2

Torrential rain triggered severe flooding and a red weather alert across Barcelona and northeastern Spain on Wednesday, September 16, prompting road closures, rail delays, and dozens of flight cancellations at El Prat airport. A man died after being swept away by a stream in Garraf, and rescue crews worked to free a vehicle trapped inside a flooded tunnel as the storm also caused flooding and a partial ceiling collapse at Vall d'Hebron Hospital and left hundreds without power.

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China: Boy Destroys Courtyard Wall in Scooter Crash

This is the moment a nine-year-old boy lost control of an electric scooter and crashed into a courtyard wall in China, causing it to collapse. The video, filmed on September 12, 2026, in Guiyang, Guizhou, shows the boy riding the scooter around the courtyard before losing control and heading straight for the wall. The scooter slammed into the structure, sending a large section of the wall toppling over, with bricks and debris crashing to the ground seconds later. The wall was left in ruins, though no one was struck or injured by the falling debris.

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Spain: Torrential Rain Triggers Deadly Flooding in Barcelona

Torrential rain triggered severe flooding and a red weather alert across Barcelona and northeastern Spain on Wednesday, September 16, prompting road closures, rail delays, and dozens of flight cancellations at El Prat airport. A man died after being swept away by a stream in Garraf, and rescue crews worked to free a vehicle trapped inside a flooded tunnel as the storm also caused flooding and a partial ceiling collapse at Vall d'Hebron Hospital and left hundreds without power.

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Executives of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party

Executives of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party

Executives of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party pose for a photo at the party's headquarters in Tokyo on Sept. 16, 2026, after a reshuffle. From left are election strategy chief Yasutoshi Nishimura, General Council chair Hiroshi Kajiyama, Japanese Prime Minister and LDP President Sanae Takaichi, Vice President Taro Aso, Secretary General Shunichi Suzuki and policy council chief Takayuki Kobayashi.

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Spain: Leftists and Far-Right Clash in Barcelona Ahead of Catalonia’s National Day

Left-wing pro-independence and anti-fascist demonstrators rallied outside Barcelona's Fossar de les Moreres on Thursday, September 10, opposing a gathering by the far-right party Aliança Catalana on the eve of Catalonia's National Day. Police separated the two groups, and several people were arrested amid the clashes.

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Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani (2nd from L) celebrates with teammates following their win in a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Sept. 9, 2026. Ohtani is headed to the injured list with multiple injuries after being left out of the lineup that day for the sixth time in the last seven games.

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Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani celebrates his team's win in a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Sept. 9, 2026. Ohtani is headed to the injured list with multiple injuries after being left out of the lineup that day for the sixth time in the last seven games.

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Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani celebrates his team's win in a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Sept. 9, 2026. Ohtani is headed to the injured list with multiple injuries after being left out of the lineup that day for the sixth time in the last seven games.

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Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani (R) and Roki Sasaki watch a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds from the dugout at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Sept. 9, 2026. Ohtani is headed to the injured list with multiple injuries after being left out of the lineup that day for the sixth time in the past seven games.

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Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani (R) and Roki Sasaki watch from a dugout a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Sept. 9, 2026. Ohtani is headed to the injured list with multiple injuries after being left out of the lineup that day for the sixth time in the past seven games.

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Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani (R) and Roki Sasaki watch from a dugout a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Sept. 9, 2026. Ohtani is headed to the injured list with multiple injuries after being left out of the lineup that day for the sixth time in the past seven games.

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Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani watches a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds from the dugout at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Sept. 9, 2026. Ohtani is headed to the injured list with multiple injuries after being left out of the lineup that day for the sixth time in the past seven games.

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Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani watches a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds from the dugout at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Sept. 9, 2026. Ohtani is headed to the injured list with multiple injuries after being left out of the lineup that day for the sixth time in the past seven games.

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Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani watches a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds from the dugout at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Sept. 9, 2026. Ohtani is headed to the injured list with multiple injuries after being left out of the lineup that day for the sixth time in the past seven games.

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Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani watches a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds from the dugout at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Sept. 9, 2026. Ohtani is headed to the injured list with multiple injuries after being left out of the lineup that day for the sixth time in the past seven games.

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Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani watches a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds from the dugout at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Sept. 9, 2026. Ohtani is headed to the injured list with multiple injuries after being left out of the lineup that day for the sixth time in the past seven games.

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Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Reds vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani watches a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds from the dugout at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Sept. 9, 2026. Ohtani is headed to the injured list with multiple injuries after being left out of the lineup that day for the sixth time in the past seven games.

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China: Disabled Cat Walks on Front Paws in Handstand

Filmed on July 27, 2025, in Urumqi, Xinjiang, this video captures the unique and inspiring journey of a cat named Nunu. Born with a congenital deformity that left its hind legs unable to function, Nunu was rescued from the streets and has since taught itself to navigate the world in a truly remarkable way. The footage shows Nunu moving down a hallway entirely on its front paws in a perfect handstand. With its hind legs lifted and suspended in the air, Nunu uses its two front paws to bear its entire body weight, alternating them in a steady, rhythmic motion to propel itself forward. Its front legs are visibly strong and muscular, allowing it to maintain a steady balance and walk with surprising agility. The video beautifully highlights Nunu's incredible resilience and optimistic spirit, turning a severe physical challenge into a heartwarming display of strength and determination.

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China: Men Rescue Child Dangling From Sixth Floor Window Grille

On September 5, 2026, in Shuozhou, Shanxi, two men risked their safety to rescue a five-year-old child left dangling from a sixth-floor window after accidentally falling from his home, his head caught in a protective grille. Climbing down from the balcony above, the pair carefully made their way to the child and pulled him to safety.

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New Zealand: Flames Burst From Qantas Engine After Queenstown Takeoff

A Qantas flight from Queenstown to Sydney was diverted and landed safely in Christchurch on Saturday afternoon, September 5, after a suspected engine issue caused flames to burst from the aircraft's left engine shortly after takeoff. Footage showed what appears to be the aircraft in question with flickering lights on the left wing, believed to be flames.

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Canada: Environment Canada Confirms Tornado in Southwest Ontario

Environment Canada radar confirmed that a tornado swept through Windsor and nearby McGregor in Essex County on Thursday, September 3. The storm caused reported damage including roofs torn off buildings, while downed trees severed power lines and left thousands of homes without power.

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Japan PM talks with Nepali PM over phone

Japan PM talks with Nepali PM over phone

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi meets the press at the premier's office in Tokyo on Sept. 1, 2026, after phone talks with Nepali Prime Minister Balendra Shah following landslides and floods near the Nepal-China border that left over 1,000 people dead.

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Japan PM talks with Nepali PM over phone

Japan PM talks with Nepali PM over phone

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi meets the press at the premier's office in Tokyo on Sept. 1, 2026, after phone talks with Nepali Prime Minister Balendra Shah following landslides and floods near the Nepal-China border that left over 1,000 people dead.

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Japan PM talks with Nepali PM over phone

Japan PM talks with Nepali PM over phone

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi meets the press at the premier's office in Tokyo on Sept. 1, 2026, after phone talks with Nepali Prime Minister Balendra Shah following landslides and floods near the Nepal-China border that left over 1,000 people dead.

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Japan PM talks with Nepali PM over phone

Japan PM talks with Nepali PM over phone

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi meets the press at the premier's office in Tokyo on Sept. 1, 2026, after phone talks with Nepali Prime Minister Balendra Shah following landslides and floods near the Nepal-China border that left over 1,000 people dead.

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Spain: Floodwater Sweeps Person Down Tarragona Street

A person was swept along by floodwater on Carrer d'Apodaca in Tarragona, Spain, on Monday, August 24, as heavy rain left the street submerged. The video, filmed from a balcony overlooking the flooded road, shows the person being carried by the current as another bystander watches from the sidewalk. No injuries were reported.

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Baseball: Pirates vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Pirates vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell starts against the Pittsburgh Pirates in a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Aug. 23, 2026.

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Baseball: Pirates vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Pirates vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell starts against the Pittsburgh Pirates in a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Aug. 23, 2026.

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Baseball: Pirates vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Pirates vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell starts against the Pittsburgh Pirates in a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Aug. 23, 2026.

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Baseball: Pirates vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Pirates vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell starts against the Pittsburgh Pirates in a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Aug. 23, 2026.

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Baseball: Pirates vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Pirates vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell starts against the Pittsburgh Pirates in a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Aug. 23, 2026.

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Baseball: Pirates vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Pirates vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell starts against the Pittsburgh Pirates in a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Aug. 23, 2026.

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Baseball: Mets vs. White Sox

Baseball: Mets vs. White Sox

Chicago White Sox left fielder Tristan Peters is greeted by teammates after hitting a walk-off solo home run in the ninth inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets at Rate Field in Chicago on Aug. 23, 2026.

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Baseball: Mets vs. White Sox

Baseball: Mets vs. White Sox

New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga is pictured after allowing a walk-off solo home run to Chicago White Sox left fielder Tristan Peters in the ninth inning of a baseball game at Rate Field in Chicago on Aug. 23, 2026.

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Baseball: Mets vs. White Sox

Baseball: Mets vs. White Sox

New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga is pictured after allowing a walk-off solo home run to Chicago White Sox left fielder Tristan Peters (29) in the ninth inning of a baseball game at Rate Field in Chicago on Aug. 23, 2026.

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Baseball: Mets vs. White Sox

Baseball: Mets vs. White Sox

New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga is pictured after allowing a walk-off solo home run to Chicago White Sox left fielder Tristan Peters (29) in the ninth inning of a baseball game at Rate Field in Chicago on Aug. 23, 2026.

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Baseball: Pirates vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Pirates vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Tarik Skubal starts in a baseball game against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Aug. 22, 2026, at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles.

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Baseball: Pirates vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Pirates vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Tarik Skubal starts in a baseball game against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Aug. 22, 2026, at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles.

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China: Two Greyhounds Hop Fence, Determined Not to Miss Playtime

In Anyang, Henan, on August 14, 2026, two greyhounds tried to join a dog playing on the other side of a metal fence. One jumped over with ease, and the second, determined not to be left out, launched itself over in a clumsy but enthusiastic leap to join its companions.

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F-15 fighter stranded at Okinawa airport

F-15 fighter stranded at Okinawa airport

Photo taken on Aug. 18, 2026, shows a stranded Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15 fighter jet on a runway of Naha Airport in Naha in the southern Japan island prefecture of Okinawa. The left main landing gear was found broken after the F-15 became immobilized following landing, leaving the runway, one of the two at the airport, closed. No one was injured in the incident.

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US: Deadly Flooding Hits Indiana After Days of Severe Storms 6

Days of severe storms and flooding in Indiana have left at least seven people dead. Hundreds of people along the White River and its canals were evacuated, with first responders using boats to rescue those stranded by rising floodwaters. President Trump approved an emergency declaration for the state.

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South Korea: Torrential Rain Triggers Deadly Landslide, Flooding in Geoje 2

Heavy rain fell across the Geoje area, South Gyeongsang, and continued into Monday, August 17, triggering a landslide in the early hours of Monday that killed at least one person. The torrential rain also prompted dozens of residents to evacuate. Roads flooded repeatedly across downtown areas, and around 20 roads were closed to traffic. Power outages also left homes and businesses without electricity across the area.

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US: Deadly Flooding Hits Indiana After Days of Severe Storms

Days of severe storms and flooding in Indiana have left at least seven people dead. Hundreds of people along the White River and its canals were evacuated, with first responders using boats to rescue those stranded by rising floodwaters. President Trump approved an emergency declaration for the state.

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US: Deadly Flooding Hits Indiana After Days of Severe Storms 3

Days of severe storms and flooding in Indiana have left at least seven people dead. Hundreds of people along the White River and its canals were evacuated, with first responders using boats to rescue those stranded by rising floodwaters. President Trump approved an emergency declaration for the state.

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US: Deadly Flooding Hits Indiana After Days of Severe Storms 2

Days of severe storms and flooding in Indiana have left at least seven people dead. Hundreds of people along the White River and its canals were evacuated, with first responders using boats to rescue those stranded by rising floodwaters. President Trump approved an emergency declaration for the state.

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US: EF-1 Tornado Strikes Homewood-Flossmoor, Knocking Out Power Near Chicago

On Tuesday, August 11, an EF-1 tornado confirmed by the National Weather Service struck the Homewood-Flossmoor area, near Chicago, as a storm system brought powerful winds across southern Cook County. Downed trees and power lines left widespread power outages and prompted emergency declarations.

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Japan: Typhoon Chan-hom Topples Trees Across Tochigi Prefecture

Typhoon Chan-hom made landfall in southern Ibaraki Prefecture near Tokyo on Tuesday, August 11, bringing high winds that knocked down trees, left thousands of homes without power, and disrupted flights at Tokyo-area airports. Several people were injured in multiple prefectures, including Iwate, Ibaraki, and Tochigi. In Utsunomiya, Tochigi Prefecture, a large tree, roughly 1 meter in diameter and 18 meters tall, snapped at its base and blocked a road and sidewalk near JR Utsunomiya Station's west exit, apparently due to strong winds from the typhoon. No injuries were reported there, according to city officials and fire authorities.

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Japan: Typhoon Chan-hom Topples Trees Across Tochigi Prefecture 2

Typhoon Chan-hom made landfall in southern Ibaraki Prefecture near Tokyo on Tuesday, August 11, bringing high winds that knocked down trees, left thousands of homes without power, and disrupted flights at Tokyo-area airports. Several people were injured in multiple prefectures, including Iwate, Ibaraki, and Tochigi. A fallen tree was reported on the Tohoku Expressway in Tochigi, causing a partial closure of the highway.

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Japan: Typhoon Chan-hom Brings Strong Winds, Tearing Roof Off in Mito

Typhoon Chan-hom made landfall in southern Ibaraki Prefecture near Tokyo on Tuesday, August 11. Chan-hom brought high winds that knocked down trees and left thousands of homes without power, injuring seven people and disrupting flights at Tokyo-area airports. In Mito, strong winds tore the roof and walls off a shed near a bathhouse, sending debris into the parking lot.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks

Baseball: Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks

Los Angeles Dodgers starter Yoshinobu Yamamoto gets Arizona Diamondbacks left fielder Lars Nootbaar to ground out in the first inning of a baseball game at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona, on Aug. 8, 2026.

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