US: Meteor Spotted in Allegheny County, Western Pennsylvania

A suspected meteorite landed near Cleveland, Ohio, on Tuesday morning, March 17, after a bright fireball was reported across multiple states, including Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, and Michigan — and as far as Virginia and Canada. NASA and the National Weather Service confirmed the event, describing the space rock as weighing about 7 tons and traveling at nearly 45,000 mph. The impact released energy equivalent to 250 tons of TNT, rattling windows and triggering hundreds of emergency calls from alarmed residents.

US: Meteor Streaks Across Ohio Sky, Triggering Sonic Boom Felt Across Multiple States

A meteor streaked across the sky over northeastern Ohio on Tuesday, March 17, producing a thunderous sonic boom that was felt as far away as Pennsylvania, with NASA confirming the fireball was caused by a small asteroid nearly 6 feet in diameter and weighing about 7 tons. The asteroid unleashed energy equivalent to 250 tons of TNT when it fragmented, with reports of the fireball pouring in from multiple states.

CORRECTED: Milan Cortina Paralympics: Alpine skiing

CORRECTED: Milan Cortina Paralympics: Alpine skiing

The Russian flag is raised during the medal ceremony for the women's downhill standing at the Milan Cortina Paralympics at Tofane Alpine Skiing Center in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy, on March 7, 2026, after Varvara Voronchikhina won bronze. Russian and Belarusian athletes are allowed to compete in the Games, having been banned from the 2022 Beijing Games over Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.

CORRECTED: Milan Cortina Paralympics: Alpine skiing

CORRECTED: Milan Cortina Paralympics: Alpine skiing

Para alpine skier Ebba Aarsjoe of Sweden reacts after finishing her run in the women's downhill standing at the Milan Cortina Paralympics on March 7, 2026, at Tofane Alpine Skiing Center in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. She won gold in the event.

CORRECTED: Milan Cortina Paralympics: Alpine skiing

CORRECTED: Milan Cortina Paralympics: Alpine skiing

Para alpine skier Ebba Aarsjoe of Sweden competes en route to winning gold in the women's downhill standing at the Milan Cortina Paralympics on March 7, 2026, at Tofane Alpine Skiing Center in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy.

China: Zoo Monkey Gifts Apple Slices to Woman After She Strokes its Hand

On March 7, 2026, at a zoo in Inner Mongolia, northern China, a video captured a woman holding and gently stroking a monkey's hand through a hole in a glass barrier. The monkey appeared relaxed and seemed to enjoy the contact, before suddenly turning and running away. A short while later, it returned carrying two pieces of apple and passed them through the hole to the woman, who appeared delighted by the unexpected gesture.

[Breaking News]Milan Cortina Paralympics: Opening ceremony

MILAN, Italy, March 7 Kyodo - The Paralympic flame is lit in the cauldron at the Arch of Peace in Milan on March 6, 2026, during the opening ceremony of the Milan Cortina Paralympics in Verona, Italy. (Kyodo)

Taiwan: Fire Breaks Out at Apartment in Kaohsiung

A fire broke out at an apartment building on Dagong Road in Yancheng District, Kaohsiung City, around 7:30 PM on Thursday, March 12. Police and fire services promptly responded, extinguishing the blaze and evacuating six residents. Three individuals were hospitalized after feeling unwell. The fire was brought under control shortly, and the cause is currently under investigation by the fire department.

China: Whirlwind Sends Unsecured Tent Spinning Into Sky at Hangzhou Park

On March 7, 2026, a camping tent was swept into the air by a whirlwind at Dayunhe Hanggang Park in Hangzhou, China. The unsecured tent spun like a kite as onlookers watched. Park staff recovered it and no injuries were reported.

US: Spectacular Sunset Lights Up Santa Cruz Coast, CA

A spectacular sunset was reported across Santa Cruz, California, on Saturday, March 7, 2026. According to a social media post, vivid colors illuminated the sky for over 30 minutes, with observers calling it one of the area's finest displays in years. The intense hues were visible from iconic coastal spots, including the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Seabright Beach.

World Baseball Classic: S. Korea vs. Japan

HANAMAKI, Japan, March 7 Kyodo - People cheer for Japan pitcher Yusei Kikuchi in Hanamaki, his hometown in Iwate Prefecture, northeastern Japan, at a public viewing site for a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against South Korea on March 7, 2026. (Kyodo)

[Breaking News]Tourist season starts at Japan's largest lake

OTSU, Japan, March 7 Kyodo - Video taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows sightseeing ships parading on Lake Biwa in the Shiga Prefecture capital of Otsu, western Japan, in a ceremony marking the start of the tourist season at Japan's largest lake on March 7, 2026. (Kyodo)

World Baseball Classic: S. Korea vs. Japan

World Baseball Classic: S. Korea vs. Japan

Japan's Shohei Ohtani (facing camera) is greeted by teammates after hitting a solo home run in the third inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against South Korea at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 7, 2026. (For editorial use only)

UK: Thousands Join ‘Hands off Iran’ Rally in London, Demanding Immediate End to Bombing

On Saturday, March 7, thousands of protesters marched through central London calling for an end to US and Israeli strikes on Iran, with demonstrators chanting 'stop the bombing now' as they headed to the US embassy.

Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Chicago Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga pitches in a spring training game against the Athletics in Mesa, Arizona, on March 7, 2026.

Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Chicago Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga pitches in a spring training game against the Athletics in Mesa, Arizona, on March 7, 2026.

Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Chicago Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga pitches in a spring training game against the Athletics in Mesa, Arizona, on March 7, 2026.

Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Chicago Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga pitches in a spring training game against the Athletics in Mesa, Arizona, on March 7, 2026.

Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga pitches in a spring training game against the St. Louis Cardinals in Jupiter, Florida, on March 7, 2026.

Baseball: MLB spring training+

Baseball: MLB spring training+

New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga pitches in a spring training game against the St. Louis Cardinals in Jupiter, Florida, on March 7, 2026.

Baseball: MLB spring training+

Baseball: MLB spring training+

New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga pitches in a spring training game against the St. Louis Cardinals in Jupiter, Florida, on March 7, 2026.

Baseball: MLB spring training+

Baseball: MLB spring training+

New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga pitches in a spring training game against the St. Louis Cardinals in Jupiter, Florida, on March 7, 2026.

Baseball: MLB spring training+

Baseball: MLB spring training+

New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga pitches in a spring training game against the St. Louis Cardinals in Jupiter, Florida, on March 7, 2026.

Baseball: MLB spring training+

Baseball: MLB spring training+

New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga pitches in a spring training game against the St. Louis Cardinals in Jupiter, Florida, on March 7, 2026.

Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga pitches in a spring training game against the St. Louis Cardinals in Jupiter, Florida, on March 7, 2026.

Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki plays catch during the team's spring training in Glendale, Arizona, on March 7, 2026.

Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki plays catch during the team's spring training in Glendale, Arizona, on March 7, 2026.

Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki works out during the team's spring training in Glendale, Arizona, on March 7, 2026.

Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki works out during the team's spring training in Glendale, Arizona, on March 7, 2026.

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Gold medalist Mao Shimada (front) of Japan hugs compatriot and bronze medalist Mayuko Oka during the medal ceremony for the women's event at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 7, 2026.

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Gold medalist Mao Shimada (front) of Japan hugs silver medalist Hana Bath of Australia during the medal ceremony for the women's event at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 7, 2026.

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Mao Shimada of Japan speaks during a press conference after winning gold in the women's event at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 7, 2026.

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Mao Shimada of Japan speaks during a press conference after winning gold in the women's event at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 7, 2026.

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Mao Shimada (R) of Japan poses after winning gold in the women's event at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 7, 2026, alongside compatriot and bronze medalist Mayuko Oka.

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Mao Shimada (L) of Japan poses after winning gold in the women's event at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 7, 2026, alongside compatriot and bronze medalist Mayuko Oka.

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Mao Shimada (C) of Japan poses after winning gold in the women's event at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 7, 2026, alongside silver medalist Hana Bath (L) of Australia and bronze medalist Mayuko Oka of Japan.

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Mao Shimada (L) of Japan poses after winning gold in the women's event at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 7, 2026, alongside compatriot and bronze medalist Mayuko Oka.

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Hana Bath of Australia smiles after performing in the women's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 7, 2026. She won silver.

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Hana Bath of Australia performs in the women's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 7, 2026. She won silver.

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Hana Bath of Australia acknowledges the crowd after performing in the women's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 7, 2026. She won silver.

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Hana Bath of Australia acknowledges the crowd after performing in the women's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 7, 2026. She won silver.

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Hana Bath of Australia performs in the women's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 7, 2026. She won silver.

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Hana Bath of Australia performs in the women's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 7, 2026. She won silver.

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Hana Bath of Australia performs in the women's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 7, 2026. She won silver.

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Hana Bath of Australia poses after winning silver in the women's event at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 7, 2026.

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Hana Bath of Australia performs in the women's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 7, 2026. She won silver.

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Hana Bath of Australia poses after winning silver in the women's event at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 7, 2026.

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Mao Shimada of Japan is pictured after performing in the women's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 7, 2026. She won gold.

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Mao Shimada of Japan waves to the crowd after performing in the women's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 7, 2026. She won gold.

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Figure skating: Junior world championships

Mao Shimada of Japan performs in the women's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 7, 2026. She won gold.