Philippines: Typhoon Fung-wong Brings Damaging Winds, Forces Mass Evacuation 3

Super Typhoon Fung-wong, known locally as Uwan, made landfall on Sunday, November 9, in Aurora Province, Luzon, with winds of around 185 km/h. Over a million people evacuated as heavy rains and strong winds cut power across Luzon. At least four people were killed, according to reports.

UK: Northern Lights Dazzle Across Country After Solar Storm

The Northern Lights lit up skies across the UK on Monday night September 1, from Scotland to Kent, following a strong solar storm, with another display possible Tuesday.

US: Severe Thunderstorm Brings Large Hail to West Texas

A severe thunderstorm moved through Texas on Sunday, June 8, bringing strong winds, large hail, and tornado threats. This video shows hail pelting a household swimming pool in Big Spring, Texas.

US: Deadly Tornado Leaves Significant Damage in London, Kentucky 2

A tornado ripped through London in southeastern Kentucky overnight on May 16, leaving significant damage in its wake. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear said at least 19 people were killed.

World Exposition in Osaka

OSAKA, Japan, May 8 Kyodo - Performers dance at the venue of the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka, western Japan, on May 7, 2025, to mark Jordan Day. (Kyodo)

World Exposition in Osaka

World Exposition in Osaka

Performers dance and sing at the venue of the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka, western Japan, on May 7, 2025, to mark Jordan Day.

World Exposition in Osaka

World Exposition in Osaka

Performers dance at the venue of the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka, western Japan, on May 7, 2025, to mark Jordan Day.

US: Powerful Storms Sweep Through Illinois, Multiple Tornadoes Confirmed

A powerful storm system moved through the Midwest on Wednesday, March 19, prompting tornado warnings and watches in several areas of Illinois. The National Weather Service later confirmed that eight tornadoes touched down in the greater Chicago area during the storms. This video shows a rotating cloud formation, spotted in New Lenox, central Will County, with sirens sounded in the background.

US: Powerful Storms Sweep Through Illinois, Multiple Tornadoes Confirmed 2

A powerful storm system moved through the Midwest on Wednesday, March 19, prompting tornado warnings and watches in several areas of Illinois. The National Weather Service later confirmed that eight tornadoes touched down in the greater Chicago area during the storms. This video shows a rotating cloud formation, spotted in New Lenox, central Will County, with sirens sounded in the background.

US: 4 Injured After Small Plane Crashes At Pomona Dragstrip During NHRA Finals

A single-engine plane crashed at the In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip in Southern California on Sunday, November 17, hitting two vehicles and leaving four people injured during the NHRA Drag Racing finals. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

US: 4 Injured After Small Plane Crashes At Pomona Dragstrip During NHRA Finals 2

A single-engine plane crashed at the In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip in Southern California on Sunday, November 17, hitting two vehicles and leaving four people injured during the NHRA Drag Racing finals. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

US: 4 Injured After Small Plane Crashes At Pomona Dragstrip During NHRA Finals 3

A single-engine plane crashed at the In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip in Southern California on Sunday, November 17, hitting two vehicles and leaving four people injured during the NHRA Drag Racing finals. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

Philippines: Typhoon Usagi Brings Strong Winds And Heavy Rain To Northern Luzon

Super Typhoon Usagi, locally known as Ofel, is the fifth major storm to hit the Philippines in three weeks, bringing strong winds and heavy rain to Northern Luzon on Thursday, November 14. The country issued its highest storm alert and evacuated thousands of people.

Philippines: Typhoon Usagi Brings Strong Winds And Heavy Rain To Northern Luzon 2

Super Typhoon Usagi, locally known as Ofel, is the fifth major storm to hit the Philippines in three weeks, bringing strong winds and heavy rain to Northern Luzon on Thursday, November 14. The country issued its highest storm alert and evacuated thousands of people.

US: Valley Fire Rages Near Boise, Idaho, Burning Over 9,400 Acres 2

The Valley Fire, a wildfire, broke out in east Boise, Idaho, on Friday, October 4, burning more than 9,400 acres as of Saturday. The cause is still under investigation. Evacuation notices were issued, and schools and several roads were closed in the area.

US: Passengers At Chicago O’Hare Airport Ordered To Shelter In Place Amid Tornado Warning 2

People at the Chicago O'Hare International Airport were told to shelter in place amid tornado threats and severe weather in the area on Monday night, July 15. A tornado warning prompted the order as severe weather rolled through the Chicago area. A large tornado was reported on the ground at the airport before 10 p.m.

US: Fast-Moving ‘Post Fire’ Rages In Gorman, Southern California 3

A brush fire, dubbed the Post Fire, that broke out near Interstate 5 in Gorman, Southern California, on Saturday, June 15, quickly spread due to strong winds and burned thousands of acres and forced evacuations. The fire exploded to more than 15,600 acres on Monday, and an air quality alert was in effect for parts of Los Angeles and Ventura counties.

Chinese language, culture introduced to Jordanian primary school students

STORY: Chinese language, culture introduced to Jordanian primary school students SHOOTING TIME: May 22, 2024 DATELINE: May 23, 2024 LENGTH: 0:03:05 LOCATION: Amman CATEGORY: SOCIETY/EDUCATION SHOTLIST: 1. various of the event 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): MANAL JARRAR, International Programs principal at Al-Shouf International Schools 3. various of the event 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Arabic): DIMA AL-MALAHMEH, Jordanian Director of the Confucius Institute at Philadelphia University 5. various of the event STORYLINE: The Confucius Institute of Philadelphia University of Jordan celebrated Chinese Language Day on Wednesday as part of activities to mark the Cultural Diversity Day by introducing Chinese language and culture to local primary school students. Students in grades 1 to 3 from Al-Shouf International Academy Schools learned to speak simple Chinese phrases, tried on traditional costumes, sang Chinese songs, and participated in activities such as paper-cutting. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): MANAL JARRAR, International progr

US: Record Rainfall Causes Flooding In Parts Of Charleston, South Carolina

Record-setting rainfall hit Charleston, South Carolina on Saturday, March 9 causing flooding in different areas. According to NWS, 3.63 inches of rain was recorded, shattering the 1.43 inches record from 1948.

US: Record Rainfall Causes Flooding In Parts Of Charleston, South Carolina 2

Record-setting rainfall hit Charleston, South Carolina on Saturday, March 9 causing flooding in different areas. According to NWS, 3.63 inches of rain was recorded, shattering the 1.43 inches record from 1948.

UNHCR holds public event in Amman to mark World Refugee Day

STORY: UNHCR holds public event in Amman to mark World Refugee Day DATELINE: June 22, 2022 LENGTH: 00:03:11 LOCATION: Amman CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the event 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): SADDAM OMAR, Refugee from Yemen 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Arabic): MOHAMMAD SOODA, Refugee from Syria 4. various of the event STORYLINE: The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) held a public event in Amman on World Refugee Day, which falls on June 20 each year. Dominik Bartsch, the UNHCR's representative in Jordan, said that World Refugee Day is not only an occasion to remember the hardship and pain that refugees have gone through, but also the strength, courage and determination that they have shown. At the event, refugees from different nationalities shared their stories and different aspects of their cultures, including music, dance, art, and food. Yemeni refugee Saddam Omar said such activities could help refugees to be part of the local community. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): SADDAM OMAR, Refugee fr