US: Super Typhoon Sinlaku Barrels Toward Northern Mariana Islands and Guam 3

Super Typhoon Sinlaku, the strongest tropical cyclone on Earth so far in 2026, has been barreling toward the Northern Mariana Islands and Guam in the Pacific Ocean, with the National Weather Service warning of potentially "devastating damage." As of Monday, April 13, Sinlaku carried sustained winds of 175 mph — equivalent to a Category 5 hurricane — with typhoon warnings in effect for Saipan, Tinian and Rota, as typhoon conditions were expected by Tuesday. An island-wide power outage hit the Northern Mariana Islands, while flight cancellations were also reported amid the worsening weather.

Spain: Flooding Hits Girona After Torrential Rain 2

Severe storms in northeastern Spain caused widespread flooding across the Girona region after two days of torrential rain, with rivers overflowing and roads closed. Firefighters recovered the body of a man believed to be a local resident whose car was swept away by floodwaters during Storm Harry, as authorities urged residents to avoid travel and remain at home.

Hawaii: Kilauea Volcano Erupts Again, Lava Fountains Reach 100 Meters 3

Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano erupted again on Tuesday, September 2, sending lava up to 330 feet (100 meters) into the air from its summit crater. This marks the 32nd eruption since December, all contained within Halemaumau Crater in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Lava emerged from multiple vents, including the north, south, and a central vent. Kilauea, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, is on Hawaii Island, about 200 miles south of Honolulu.

Italy: Waterspout Spotted off Tortoreto, Teramo

A waterspout was spotted off the coast of Tortoreto, a seaside town in the province of Teramo, Abruzzo region, Southern Italy, on Tuesday, July 29.

US: Fire Burns Multiple Buildings In Lynn, Massachusetts

A massive fire burned at least two buildings, including a church, in downtown Lynn, Massachusetts on Friday, February 21. There are no reports of injuries.

Emperor, Colombian President Santos meet in Tokyo

Emperor, Colombian President Santos meet in Tokyo

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese Emperor Akihito (far L), Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos (3rd from L), first lady Maria Clemencia Rodriguez (3rd from R), and Empress Michiko (far R) meet at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on Sept. 13, 2011. (Pool Photo)

Emperor, Colombian President Santos meet in Tokyo

Emperor, Colombian President Santos meet in Tokyo

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese Emperor Akihito (R) and Empress Michiko (2nd from L) say farewell to Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos (L) and first lady Maria Clemencia Rodriguez (2nd from R) after their meeting at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on Sept. 13, 2011. (Pool Photo)

Emperor, Colombian President Santos meet in Tokyo

Emperor, Colombian President Santos meet in Tokyo

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese Emperor Akihito (far L), Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos (3rd from L), first lady Maria Clemencia Rodriguez (3rd from R), and Empress Michiko (far R) meet at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on Sept. 13, 2011. (Pool Photo)(Kyodo)

Emperor, Colombian President Santos meet in Tokyo

Emperor, Colombian President Santos meet in Tokyo

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese Emperor Akihito (R) and Empress Michiko (2nd from L) say farewell to Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos (L) and first lady Maria Clemencia Rodriguez (2nd from R) after their meeting at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on Sept. 13, 2011. (Pool Photo)(Kyodo)