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US: Deadly Flooding Hits Indiana After Days of Severe Storms 4

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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Japan: Record Rainfall Strands Thousands at Soga Station in Chiba 2

Record-breaking heavy rainfall caused widespread train suspensions, leaving more than 10,000 people stranded across Chiba Prefecture on Thursday, August 13. Around Soga Station, floodwaters rose to waist height, forcing about 4,000 people to spend the night at the station until morning.

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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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Memorial service for war dead in Philippines

People observe a moment of silence at a memorial ceremony in Caliraya, the Philippines, to honor those who died in the Pacific War, organized by the Japanese Embassy in Manila, on Aug. 15, 2026, the 81st anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Memorial service for war dead in Philippines

People observe a moment of silence at a memorial ceremony in Caliraya, the Philippines, to honor those who died in the Pacific War, organized by the Japanese Embassy in Manila, on Aug. 15, 2026, the 81st anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Memorial service for war dead in Philippines

People observe a moment of silence at a memorial ceremony in Caliraya, the Philippines, to honor those who died in the Pacific War, organized by the Japanese Embassy in Manila, on Aug. 15, 2026, the 81st anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Memorial service for war dead in Philippines

People lay flowers at a memorial ceremony in Caliraya, the Philippines, to honor those who died in the Pacific War, organized by the Japanese Embassy in Manila, on Aug. 15, 2026, the 81st anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Yasukuni shrine on 81st anniv. of Japan's WWII surrender

People offer silent prayers at Tokyo's Yasukuni shrine on Aug. 15, 2026, the 81st anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Yasukuni shrine on 81st anniv. of Japan's WWII surrender

People visit Tokyo's Yasukuni shrine on Aug. 15, 2026, the 81st anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Yasukuni shrine on 81st anniv. of Japan's WWII surrender

People visit Tokyo's Yasukuni shrine on Aug. 15, 2026, the 81st anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Yasukuni shrine on 81st anniv. of Japan's WWII surrender

People visit Tokyo's Yasukuni shrine on Aug. 15, 2026, the 81st anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Yasukuni shrine on 81st anniv. of Japan's WWII surrender

People visit Tokyo's Yasukuni shrine on Aug. 15, 2026, the 81st anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Yasukuni shrine on 81st anniv. of Japan's WWII surrender

People visit Tokyo's Yasukuni shrine on Aug. 15, 2026, the 81st anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Yasukuni shrine on 81st anniv. of Japan's WWII surrender

People wait for the opening of the gate at Tokyo's Yasukuni shrine on Aug. 15, 2026, the 81st anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Yasukuni shrine on 81st anniv. of Japan's WWII surrender

People visit Tokyo's Yasukuni shrine on Aug. 15, 2026, the 81st anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Yasukuni shrine on 81st anniv. of Japan's WWII surrender

People visit Tokyo's Yasukuni shrine on Aug. 15, 2026, the 81st anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Yasukuni shrine on 81st anniv. of Japan's WWII surrender

People wait for the opening of the gate at Tokyo's Yasukuni shrine on Aug. 15, 2026, the 81st anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Japan: Record Rainfall Strands Thousands at Soga Station in Chiba

Record-breaking heavy rainfall caused widespread train suspensions, leaving more than 10,000 people stranded across Chiba Prefecture on Thursday, August 13. Around Soga Station, floodwaters rose to waist height, forcing about 4,000 people to spend the night at the station until morning.

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Japan: Floodwaters Pour Into Chiba Station Building Basement After Record Rainfall

Record rainfall hit the greater Tokyo area on Thursday, August 13, triggering significant flooding in Chiba Prefecture, east of Tokyo. Many people were stranded at stations as waters reached waist level, causing train disruptions while vehicles were stuck in floodwaters. Videos posted on social media show floodwaters pouring down stairs and escalators into the basement of a shopping complex at Chiba Station.

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Japan: Nearly 7,000 Stranded Overnight at Narita Airport Amid Heavy Rain 3

Nearly 7,000 people were stranded overnight at Narita Airport in Chiba Prefecture on Thursday, August 13, after heavy rain suspended train and bus services around the area. The airport operator allowed some travelers to stay in restricted areas inside the terminals, providing food, water and sleeping bags, and long lines formed Friday morning as transport services resumed.

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Japan: Nearly 7,000 Stranded Overnight at Narita Airport Amid Heavy Rain 2

Nearly 7,000 people were stranded overnight at Narita Airport in Chiba Prefecture on Thursday, August 13, after heavy rain suspended train and bus services around the area. The airport operator allowed some travelers to stay in restricted areas inside the terminals, providing food, water and sleeping bags, and long lines formed Friday morning as transport services resumed.

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Japan: Vehicles Abandoned on Streets Across Chiba After Record Rainfall 2

Nine people have been confirmed dead in Chiba Prefecture after record rainfall caused significant flooding across the prefecture on Thursday, August 13. Nearly 7,000 people were stranded overnight at Narita Airport as trains and buses were suspended, while about 23,000 homes remained without power across the area. This video shows vehicles abandoned on National Route 14 in Chiba City after floodwaters receded.

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Japan: Nearly 7,000 Stranded Overnight at Narita Airport Amid Heavy Rain

Nearly 7,000 people were stranded overnight at Narita Airport in Chiba Prefecture on Thursday, August 13, after heavy rain suspended train and bus services around the area. The airport operator allowed some travelers to stay in restricted areas inside the terminals, providing food, water and sleeping bags, and long lines formed Friday morning as transport services resumed.

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Summer lantern event at Kyoto temple

Lanterns illuminate the grounds of Higashi Honganji, a Buddhist temple in Kyoto, western Japan, on Aug. 14, 2026, the opening day of the three-day summer event called "Mantoue." Some 10,000 lanterns are featured in the 65th event with about 40,000 people expected to visit.

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Summer lantern event at Kyoto temple

Lanterns illuminate the grounds of Higashi Honganji, a Buddhist temple in Kyoto, western Japan, on Aug. 14, 2026, the opening day of the three-day summer event called "Mantoue." Some 10,000 lanterns are featured in the 65th event with about 40,000 people expected to visit.

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Summer lantern event at Kyoto temple

Lanterns illuminate the grounds of Higashi Honganji, a Buddhist temple in Kyoto, western Japan, on Aug. 14, 2026, the opening day of the three-day summer event called "Mantoue." Some 10,000 lanterns are featured in the 65th event with about 40,000 people expected to visit.

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Japan: Record-Breaking Rain Batters Chiba, Triggering Evacuations 7

Eight people have been confirmed dead in Chiba Prefecture after record rainfall hit the greater Tokyo area through early Friday, August 14. Nearly 7,000 people were stranded overnight at Narita Airport as trains and buses were suspended, while about 23,000 homes remained without power across the area.

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Aftermath of torrential rain in eastern Japan

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members are mobilized at JR Soga station in Chiba, east of Tokyo, on Aug. 14, 2026, to transport stranded people after railway operations were disrupted following torrential rain overnight.

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Japan: Record-Breaking Rain Batters Chiba, Triggering Evacuations 6

Eight people have been confirmed dead in Chiba Prefecture after record rainfall hit the greater Tokyo area through early Friday, August 14. Nearly 7,000 people were stranded overnight at Narita Airport as trains and buses were suspended, while about 23,000 homes remained without power across the area.

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[Breaking News]Yosakoi dance festival in western Japan

KOCHI, Japan, Aug. 10 Kyodo - Dancers perform during the Yosakoi dance festival on Aug. 10, 2026, in Kochi, western Japan. About 18,000 people from 197 teams plan to dance during the annual event that began in 1954, running through Aug. 12. (Kyodo)

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Greece: Wildfire Rages Through Halkidiki, Hundreds Evacuated by Sea

A major wildfire broke out Thursday, August 13, in Siviri, Halkidiki, threatening nearby Fourka and prompting hundreds of people to evacuate by sea. Two firefighters were hospitalized. According to reports, the fire may have started when a fallen tree struck power lines amid strong winds, though authorities have not confirmed the cause.

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Japan: Record Rain Submerges Vehicles as Fatalities Reported in Chiba

Six people have been confirmed dead in Chiba Prefecture after record rainfall hit the greater Tokyo area through early Friday, August 14. Nearly 7,000 people were stranded overnight at Narita Airport as trains and buses were suspended, while about 23,000 homes remained without power across the area. This video shows the hazard lights of several nearly fully submerged cars flashing.

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Japan: Vehicles Abandoned on Streets Across Chiba After Record Rainfall

Six people have been confirmed dead in Chiba Prefecture after record rainfall hit the greater Tokyo area through early Friday, August 14. Nearly 7,000 people were stranded overnight at Narita Airport as trains and buses were suspended, while about 23,000 homes remained without power across the area. This video shows the aftermath of deadly flooding, with vehicles abandoned on a street in Sakura City as local residents help direct traffic.

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UK: Six Homes Damaged in Stourbridge Fire, Residents Forced to Evacuate

On Thursday, a large-scale fire in Stourbridge spread to six homes, with six people assessed. The blaze, which broke out near a golf course on Racecourse Lane and grew to cover about 40 acres, forced local residents to evacuate.

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Aftermath of torrential rain in eastern Japan

Stranded travelers pack a lobby at Narita airport in Chiba Prefecture, east of Tokyo, on Aug. 14, 2026, after overnight torrential rain disrupted transportation services. Around 7,000 people spent the night at the airport, while Japan's weather agency issued its highest Level 5 warning in parts of the prefecture.

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Torrential rain pounds eastern Japan

People wait for buses and other transportation in front of JR Chiba Station in Chiba, east of Tokyo, on the morning of Aug. 14, 2026, as train services remain suspended following torrential rain overnight. Japan's weather agency issued its highest Level 5 warning for downpours in parts of Chiba Prefecture.

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Aftermath of torrential rain in eastern Japan

People take shelter at the Chiba prefectural government office building, opened to stranded commuters, in Chiba, east of Tokyo, in the early morning of Aug. 14, 2026, as public transportation services remain suspended following overnight torrential rain. Japan's weather agency issued its highest Level 5 warning for downpours in parts of Chiba Prefecture.

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Aftermath of torrential rain in eastern Japan

People walk by a submerged vehicle on a flooded road in Chiba, east of Tokyo, in the early morning of Aug. 14, 2026, following overnight torrential rain. Japan's weather agency issued its highest Level 5 warning for downpours in parts of Chiba Prefecture.

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Aftermath of strong earthquake in Kumamoto

A hospital ship is anchored at a port in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Aug. 13, 2026, to provide medical service to people affected by a powerful earthquake that hit the southwestern Japan prefecture on July 28.

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Torrential rain pounds Chiba Pref.

People stay at a makeshift evacuation center set up at the Chiba prefectural government office in the city of Chiba near Tokyo on Aug. 13, 2026, as public transportation is disrupted following torrential rain that pounded the region.

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Colombia: Strong M7.4 Earthquake Causes Widespread Damage 6

A powerful earthquake struck Colombia on Monday, August 10, at 7:34 a.m. local time, with a magnitude of 7.4 and its epicenter in San Jose del Palmar, Choco. The tremor was felt across much of the country, causing widespread damage, and more than 260 people have been reportedly killed.

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Candle festival on Mt. Koya

People light candles during the annual candle festival at Okunoin cemetery on Mt. Koya in Koya in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on Aug. 13, 2026.

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Flower carpet featuring ukiyo-e in Brussels

People lay dahlia flowers at the World Heritage-listed Grand-Place in Brussels on Aug. 13, 2026, for the biennial flower carpet exhibition, featuring a design inspired by Japanese ukiyo-e artist Katsushika Hokusai's "The Great Wave off Kanagawa" to mark the 160th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Belgium.

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Flower carpet featuring ukiyo-e in Brussels

People lay dahlia flowers at the World Heritage-listed Grand-Place in Brussels on Aug. 13, 2026, for the biennial flower carpet exhibition, featuring a design inspired by Japanese ukiyo-e artist Katsushika Hokusai's "The Great Wave off Kanagawa" to mark the 160th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Belgium.

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Air-raid drill in Taiwan

A main street is deserted in Taipei on Aug. 13, 2026, as people take shelter underground during an air-raid drill simulating a Chinese missile attack.

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