Israel: Heavy Rain Causes Flash Floods in Netanya After Intense Cloudburst

An intense cloudburst triggered flash floods along Israel’s central coast on Tuesday, December 23, dumping over 40 millimeters of rain on Netanya in about one hour. The heavy rainfall inundated city streets and forced the temporary closure of several lanes on the highway.

CHILDHOOD PRIZE 2025

CHILDHOOD PRIZE 2025

Group photo from left Michael Green, CEO Handelsbanken, Kenneth Bengtsson, Chairman of the Board Childhood, finalist public prosecutor Jessica Wenna, Princess Madeleine, winner analyst Elin Nelly, finalist business developer Jörgen Skarin, Paula Guillet de Monthoux, Secretary General Childhood and jury member HR Manager Handelsbanken Cecilia Lundin during the Childhood Prize ceremony at Handelsbanken's head office in Stockholm, Sweden, December 2, 2025. Photo: Stefan Jerrevång / TT / Code 60160

CHILDHOOD PRIZE 2025 SWEDEN

CHILDHOOD PRIZE 2025 SWEDEN

Princess Madeleine of Sweden and Michael Green, CEO of Handelsbanken, when the Childhood Prize is announced at an awards ceremony at Handelsbanken's head office in Stockholm, Sweden, December 2, 2025.Photo: Stefan Jerrevång / TT / Code 60160

CHILDHOOD PRIZE 2025 SWEDEN

CHILDHOOD PRIZE 2025 SWEDEN

Sweden's princess Madeleine and Michael Green, CEO of Handelsbanken, when the Childhood Prize is announced at an awards ceremony at Handelsbanken's head office in Stockholm, Sweden, December 2, 2025.Photo: Stefan Jerrevång / TT / Code 60160

CHILDHOOD PRIZE 2025 SWEDEN

CHILDHOOD PRIZE 2025 SWEDEN

Sweden's princess Madeleine and Michael Green, CEO of Handelsbanken, when the Childhood Prize is announced at an awards ceremony at Handelsbanken's head office in Stockholm, Sweden, December 2, 2025.Photo: Stefan Jerrevång / TT / Code 60160

Illustration - Climate Change

Illustration - Climate Change

SCOTLAND. ISLE OF SKYE. BRIDLE'S VEIL FALLS. THE OLD MANN OF STORR IN THE BACKGROUND Photo by Michael Portillo/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

Illustration - Climate Change

Illustration - Climate Change

SLOVENIA. THE WATERFALL OF VIRJE NEAR BOVEC. Photo by Michael Portillo/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

Nigeria: Four Injured After Gas Tanker Collides With Fuel Tanker in Zaria

Four people were injured Monday morning, August 11, when an LPG tanker collided with an empty fuel tanker on the Zaria-Kaduna Expressway. No fatalities were reported, and the crash cause is under investigation.

US: New Jersey Declares Emergency Amid Flash Floods 6

Severe flash flooding hit parts of New York and New Jersey on Monday night, July 14, stranding vehicles, disrupting subway lines, and prompting New Jersey’s governor to declare a state of emergency.

US: Greer Fire Continues to Grow in Arizona, Destroys Structures, Prompts Evacuation

A wildfire has been raging in Greer, eastern Arizona, burning over 9,500 acres as of Thursday, May 15. The blaze prompted the evacuation of nearby residents and destroyed multiple structures.

US: Flash Floods Prompt Emergency Declaration in Southeast West Virginia 2

West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey declared a state of emergency for Mineral County on Tuesday, May 13, after heavy rainfall triggered flash flooding in Keyser and surrounding areas.

UK: Fire Tears Through Power Substation in London, Causing Widespread Outages 8

A large fire broke out at North Hyde Electricity Substation in Hayes, West London Thursday night, March 20, leaving about 67,000 homes across London without power. More than 100 people were evacuated from surrounding properties, according to reports.

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

Caroline Green and Michael Parsons of United States of America seen in action during FMC2026 Figure Skating Road to 26 Trophy Ice dance Rhythm dance at Unipol Forum

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

Caroline Green and Michael Parsons of United States of America seen in action during FMC2026 Figure Skating Road to 26 Trophy Ice dance Rhythm dance at Unipol Forum

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

Caroline Green and Michael Parsons of United States of America seen in action during FMC2026 Figure Skating Road to 26 Trophy Ice dance Rhythm dance at Unipol Forum

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

Caroline Green and Michael Parsons of United States of America seen in action during FMC2026 Figure Skating Road to 26 Trophy Ice dance Rhythm dance at Unipol Forum

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

Caroline Green and Michael Parsons of United States of America seen in action during FMC2026 Figure Skating Road to 26 Trophy Ice dance Rhythm dance at Unipol Forum

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

Caroline GREEN / Michael PARSONS (USA) during Rhythm Dance of Road to 26 Trophy at Unipol Forum, Assago (MI), Italy on February 19, 2025 during Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy, Ice Skating competition in Milan, Italy, February 19 2025

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

Caroline GREEN / Michael PARSONS (USA) during Rhythm Dance of Road to 26 Trophy at Unipol Forum, Assago (MI), Italy on February 19, 2025 during Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy, Ice Skating competition in Milan, Italy, February 19 2025

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

Caroline GREEN / Michael PARSONS (USA) during Rhythm Dance of Road to 26 Trophy at Unipol Forum, Assago (MI), Italy on February 19, 2025 during Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy, Ice Skating competition in Milan, Italy, February 19 2025

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

Caroline GREEN / Michael PARSONS (USA) during Rhythm Dance of Road to 26 Trophy at Unipol Forum, Assago (MI), Italy on February 19, 2025 during Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy, Ice Skating competition in Milan, Italy, February 19 2025

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

Caroline GREEN / Michael PARSONS (USA) during Rhythm Dance of Road to 26 Trophy at Unipol Forum, Assago (MI), Italy on February 19, 2025 during Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy, Ice Skating competition in Milan, Italy, February 19 2025

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

Caroline GREEN / Michael PARSONS (USA) during Rhythm Dance of Road to 26 Trophy at Unipol Forum, Assago (MI), Italy on February 19, 2025 during Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy, Ice Skating competition in Milan, Italy, February 19 2025

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

SPORT INVERNALI - Pattinaggio sul Ghiaccio - Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy

Caroline GREEN / Michael PARSONS (USA) during Rhythm Dance of Road to 26 Trophy at Unipol Forum, Assago (MI), Italy on February 19, 2025 during Figure Skating - Road to 26 Trophy, Ice Skating competition in Milan, Italy, February 19 2025

US: Auto Fire Prompts Evacuation In Ventura, California

The Auto Fire erupted in Ventura County, California on Monday, January 13, prompting evacuations.

US: New York City Sees First Measurable Snow On First Day Of Winter

Winter weather brought snow to the U.S. Northeast on Friday, December 20. Delays were reported at several airports in the region. In New York City, light snow began falling on Friday, marking the first measurable snow on Saturday, the first day of winter.

Trump Assassination Attempt Hearing - Washington

Trump Assassination Attempt Hearing - Washington

United States Representative Mark Green, MD (Republican of Tennessee) and United States Representative Michael Waltz (Republican of Florida) at the first meeting of the Task Force on the Attempted Assassination of Donald Trump in the Longworth House office building in Washington, DC, USA on Thursday, September 26, 2024. Photo by Annabelle Gordon/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Trump Assassination Attempt Hearing - Washington

Trump Assassination Attempt Hearing - Washington

United States Representative Mark Green, MD (Republican of Tennessee) and United States Representative Michael Waltz (Republican of Florida) at the first meeting of the Task Force on the Attempted Assassination of Donald Trump in the Longworth House office building in Washington, DC, USA on Thursday, September 26, 2024. Photo by Annabelle Gordon/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

US: Evacuation Orders Issued As Airport Fire Grows Rapidly In Orange County, California 2

A fast-moving brush fire dubbed the Airport fire, broke out in Trabuco Canyon in Orange County, Southern California. The blaze grew to burn about 2,000 acres on Monday, September 9, prompting evacuation orders for nearby areas.

From AI to new energy vehicles, China's emerging industries a boon for the world

STORY: From AI to new energy vehicles, China's emerging industries a boon for the world SHOOTING TIME: June 25/27, 2024 DATELINE: June 27, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:22 LOCATION: DALIAN, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. STANDUP (English): MU XUYAO, Xinhua correspondent 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): DIMITRI DE BOER, Chief Representative for China, ClientEarth 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): ESPEN MEHLUM, Head of Energy Transition Intelligence and Regional Acceleration at World Economic Forum 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): MICHAEL HILLARY, Group Executive for Financing Operations, Development Bank of Southern Africa 5. SOUNDBITE 4 (English): SALIM HODALI PINILLA, Chief Retail, Bank of Palestine STORYLINE: STANDUP (English): MU XUYAO, Xinhua correspondent "From artificial intelligence to electric vehicles, China's progress made in science and technology and green transformation has impressed many participants at the Summer Davos. What could the country's technological advancement and high-quality development bring to the world?

China's green transformation, innovation impress Summer Davos attendees

STORY: China's green transformation, innovation impress Summer Davos attendees SHOOTING TIME: June 25, 2024 DATELINE: June 26, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:34 LOCATION: Dalian, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of 15th Annual Meeting of the New Champions (Summer Davos) 2. various of China's Liaoning Province 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): ESPEN MEHLUM, Head of Energy Transition Intelligence and Regional Acceleration at World Economic Forum 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): ALEX ZHAVORONKOV, CEO, Insilico Medicine, the U.S. 5. various of China 6. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): DIMITRI DE BOER, Chief Representative for China, ClientEarth 7. SOUNDBITE 4 (English): ESPEN MEHLUM, Head of Energy Transition Intelligence and Regional Acceleration at World Economic Forum 8. various of China 9. SOUNDBITE 5 (English): MICHAEL HILLARY, Group Executive for Financing Operations, Development Bank of Southern Africa 10. SOUNDBITE 6 (English): SALIM HODALI PINILLA, Chief Retail, Bank of Palestine 11. various of 15th Annual Meeting of the New Ch

US: Tropical Storm Alberto Brings Flooding To Texas Coast 6

Tropical Storm Alberto, which has formed over the western Gulf of Mexico, brought flooding across coastal areas of southern Texas on Wednesday, June 19.

US: Tropical Storm Alberto Brings Flooding To Texas Coast 5

Tropical Storm Alberto, which has formed over the western Gulf of Mexico, brought flooding across coastal areas of southern Texas on Wednesday, June 19.

US: Tropical Storm Alberto Brings Flooding To Texas Coast 2

Tropical Storm Alberto, which has formed over the western Gulf of Mexico, brought flooding across coastal areas of southern Texas on Wednesday, June 19.

US: Tropical Storm Alberto Brings Flooding To Texas Coast 4

Tropical Storm Alberto, which has formed over the western Gulf of Mexico, brought flooding across coastal areas of southern Texas on Wednesday, June 19.

US: Tropical Storm Alberto Brings Flooding To Texas Coast 3

Tropical Storm Alberto, which has formed over the western Gulf of Mexico, brought flooding across coastal areas of southern Texas on Wednesday, June 19.

House Sends Mayorkas Impeachment Articles To The Senate - Washington

House Sends Mayorkas Impeachment Articles To The Senate - Washington

Impeachment Managers United States Representative Mark Green, MD (Republican of Tennessee), second from right, and United States Representative Michael McCaul (Republican of Texas), right, listen as United States Senator John Neely Kennedy (Republican of Louisiana) offers remarks during a press conference on DHS Secretary Mayorkas Impeachment trial at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC, USA, Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

House Sends Mayorkas Impeachment Articles To The Senate - Washington

House Sends Mayorkas Impeachment Articles To The Senate - Washington

United States Senator Ted Cruz (Republican of Texas), second from left, Impeachment Managers United States Representative Mark Green, MD (Republican of Tennessee), second from right, and United States Representative Michael McCaul (Republican of Texas), right, listen as United States Senator John Neely Kennedy (Republican of Louisiana) offers remarks during a press conference on DHS Secretary Mayorkas Impeachment trial at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC, USA, Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

House Sends Mayorkas Impeachment Articles To The Senate - Washington

House Sends Mayorkas Impeachment Articles To The Senate - Washington

Impeachment Managers United States Representative Mark Green, MD (Republican of Tennessee), center, and United States Representative Michael McCaul (Republican of Texas), right, listen as United States Senator Ted Cruz (Republican of Texas) offers remarks during a press conference on DHS Secretary Mayorkas Impeachment trial at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC, USA, Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

House Sends Mayorkas Impeachment Articles To The Senate - Washington

House Sends Mayorkas Impeachment Articles To The Senate - Washington

Impeachment Managers United States Representative Mark Green, MD (Republican of Tennessee), center, and United States Representative Michael McCaul (Republican of Texas), right, listen as United States Senator John Neely Kennedy (Republican of Louisiana) offers remarks during a press conference on DHS Secretary Mayorkas Impeachment trial at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC, USA, Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

House Sends Mayorkas Impeachment Articles To The Senate - Washington

House Sends Mayorkas Impeachment Articles To The Senate - Washington

Impeachment Managers United States Representative Mark Green, MD (Republican of Tennessee), center, and United States Representative Michael McCaul (Republican of Texas), right, listen as United States Senator Ted Cruz (Republican of Texas) offers remarks during a press conference on DHS Secretary Mayorkas Impeachment trial at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC, USA, Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

House Sends Mayorkas Impeachment Articles To The Senate - Washington

House Sends Mayorkas Impeachment Articles To The Senate - Washington

Impeachment Manager United States Representative Michael McCaul (Republican of Texas) Impeachment Manager United States Representative Andy Biggs (Republican of Arizona) Impeachment Manager United States Representative Mark Green, MD (Republican of Tennessee) United States Senator Ted Cruz (Republican of Texas) United States Senator Rick Scott (Republican of Florida) United States Senator Mike Lee (Republican of Utah) offers remarks during a press conference on DHS Secretary Mayorkas Impeachment trial at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC, USA, Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

House Sends Mayorkas Impeachment Articles To The Senate - Washington

House Sends Mayorkas Impeachment Articles To The Senate - Washington

Impeachment Managers United States Representative Mark Green, MD (Republican of Tennessee), center, and United States Representative Michael McCaul (Republican of Texas), right, listen as United States Senator Ted Cruz (Republican of Texas) offers remarks during a press conference on DHS Secretary Mayorkas Impeachment trial at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC, USA, Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

British photographer explores NEV development in China's Hainan

STORY: British photographer explores NEV development in China's Hainan SHOOTING TIME: April 5, 2024 DATELINE: April 7, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:05 LOCATION: HAIKOU, China CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT/TECHNOLOGY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the British photographer 2. various of cars 3. SOUNDBITE (English): MICHAEL RHYS CARD, Photographer from the UK and his friends STORYLINE: SOUNDBITE (English): MICHAEL RHYS CARD, Photographer from the UK and his friends "The entire Hainan circular tourism highway is now open, offering a great spot for road trippers to explore. I should ask my friends about it. I think it's time I give Hainan a whirl. At the moment, I'm waiting for a friend and it's incredible how many green-plated cars (EVs) there are on Hainan's roads. Hi, Michael. Good to see you. Thank you. Nice to be here. Hello. Hi, Michael. Oh, hi! Nice to meet you! Ready for the trip? Yes. Should be good. Your car is electric as well, isn't it? I've just seen 31 electric cars whizz past me at the roadside in a single minute! Last y

ETHIOPIA-ADDIS ABABA-CHINESE ELECTRIC BUS

ETHIOPIA-ADDIS ABABA-CHINESE ELECTRIC BUS

(240401) -- ADDIS ABABA, April 1, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Passengers take an electric bus in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, March 26, 2024. TO GO WITH "Feature: Chinese electric buses introduced to Ethiopia to advance green transport agenda" (Xinhua/Michael Tewelde)

ETHIOPIA-ADDIS ABABA-CHINESE ELECTRIC BUS

ETHIOPIA-ADDIS ABABA-CHINESE ELECTRIC BUS

(240401) -- ADDIS ABABA, April 1, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An electric bus is seen in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, March 26, 2024. TO GO WITH "Feature: Chinese electric buses introduced to Ethiopia to advance green transport agenda" (Xinhua/Michael Tewelde)

ETHIOPIA-ADDIS ABABA-CHINESE ELECTRIC BUS

ETHIOPIA-ADDIS ABABA-CHINESE ELECTRIC BUS

(240401) -- ADDIS ABABA, April 1, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An electric bus is seen in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, March 26, 2024. TO GO WITH "Feature: Chinese electric buses introduced to Ethiopia to advance green transport agenda" (Xinhua/Michael Tewelde)

ETHIOPIA-ADDIS ABABA-CHINESE ELECTRIC BUS

ETHIOPIA-ADDIS ABABA-CHINESE ELECTRIC BUS

(240401) -- ADDIS ABABA, April 1, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People get on an electric bus in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, March 26, 2024. TO GO WITH "Feature: Chinese electric buses introduced to Ethiopia to advance green transport agenda" (Xinhua/Michael Tewelde)

US: Tornado Sirens Go Off In Little Rock, AR Amid Severe Storms

As severe storms moved through Arkansas with multiple tornado warnings on Thursday, March 14 more than 10,000 lost power. A tornado was confirmed near Hot Springs Village with damaged including downed power lines reported. This video shows when the tornado siren blared in Little Rock, AR on Thursday night.

(SP)CHINA-CHONGQING-FIGURE SKATING-ISU GRAND PRIX-CUP OF CHINA-GALA (CN)

(SP)CHINA-CHONGQING-FIGURE SKATING-ISU GRAND PRIX-CUP OF CHINA-GALA (CN)

(231112) -- CHONGQING, Nov. 12, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Caroline Green (R)/Michael Parsons of the United States perform during the gala exhibition of the Cup of China ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2023 in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, Nov. 12, 2023. (Xinhua/Chu Jiayin)