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Emperor inspects floodgate in Tokyo

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (3rd from L) boards a boat in Tokyo on June 1, 2026, to inspect a floodgate set up to prevent flooding on the Sumida River.

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Emperor inspects floodgate in Tokyo

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (3rd from L) boards a boat in Tokyo on June 1, 2026, to inspect a floodgate set up to prevent flooding on the Sumida River.

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Emperor inspects floodgate in Tokyo

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (R) boards a boat in Tokyo on June 1, 2026, to inspect a floodgate set up to prevent flooding on the Sumida River.

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Weed-eating goats on college campus

Photo taken on May 11, 2026, shows free-roaming goats at a Chiba University campus in Chiba near Tokyo. The public university released four young goats on the campus in April as a way to prevent students from possibly developing allergic symptoms mainly from hogweed.

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Weed-eating goats on college campus

Photo taken on May 11, 2026, shows free-roaming goats at a Chiba University campus in Chiba near Tokyo. The public university released four young goats on the campus in April as a way to prevent students from possibly developing allergic symptoms mainly from hogweed.

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Weed-eating goats on college campus

Photo taken on May 11, 2026, shows free-roaming goats at a Chiba University campus in Chiba near Tokyo. The public university released four young goats on the campus in April as a way to prevent students from possibly developing allergic symptoms mainly from hogweed.

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China: Worker Quickly Tackles Burning Truck Tire at Water Station in Guizhou

On May 7, 2026, a truck tire caught fire as the vehicle approached a water filling station in Anshun, Guizhou, China. A female worker at the station quickly grabbed a hose. Her quick reaction helped prevent the fire from spreading to the rest of the vehicle and avoided a potentially more dangerous accident.

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UK: Pro-Palestine Protesters Storm Ministry of Defence, Confront Royal Navy Officers

Pro-Palestine demonstrators stormed toward the Ministry of Defence in London on Friday, April 10 charging at Royal Navy officers entering the building and shouting insults including "baby killers" and "cowards." Police intervened to prevent entry as the MoD raised its blast doors.

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China: Men Refuse to Give Up Their BBQ as Hailstorm Batters Guiyang

On March 31, 2026, in Guiyang, Guizhou, a video captured an unusual yet relaxed scene as a violent downpour and hail swept through the area. Yet despite the bad weather, two men firmly gripped their barbecue table to prevent it from being washed away.

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Japanese farm minister Suzuki

Japanese Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Minister Norikazu Suzuki speaks at a press conference at the ministry in Tokyo on April 3, 2026. The country's Cabinet approved the same day a shift in its rice policy, moving toward a demand-aligned output strategy and introducing new measures to prevent shortages.

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Japanese farm minister Suzuki

Japanese Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Minister Norikazu Suzuki speaks at a press conference at the ministry in Tokyo on April 3, 2026. The country's Cabinet approved the same day a shift in its rice policy, moving toward a demand-aligned output strategy and introducing new measures to prevent shortages.

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Japanese farm minister Suzuki

Japanese Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Minister Norikazu Suzuki speaks at a press conference at the ministry in Tokyo on April 3, 2026. The country's Cabinet approved the same day a shift in its rice policy, moving toward a demand-aligned output strategy and introducing new measures to prevent shortages.

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Japanese farm minister Suzuki

Japanese Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Minister Norikazu Suzuki speaks at a press conference at the ministry in Tokyo on April 3, 2026. The country's Cabinet approved the same day a shift in its rice policy, moving toward a demand-aligned output strategy and introducing new measures to prevent shortages.

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China: Geese Appear to Beg Owner to Spare Fellow Bird’s Life at Guangzhou Restaurant

This is the touching moment that two white geese appeared to plead for mercy as they repeatedly nodded at their owner, seemingly asking him to spare a gray goose brought in by a customer. On March 17, 2026, in Guangzhou, Guangdong, the video captured an unusual and emotional scene inside a local restaurant. A customer had brought a gray goose to the venue for a meal. As the goose was placed in the shop, two white geese kept by the restaurant approached and began circling around it. The pair repeatedly nodded toward their owner while staying close to the gray goose, as if trying to communicate distress and ask for intervention. Witnessing the interaction, the restaurant owner and his wife were visibly affected by what they perceived as the white geese’s attempt to “beg” for the gray goose’s life. The couple then decided to step in and prevent the gray goose from being used as food. The owners spent RMB 200 to purchase the gray goose from the customer, choosing to keep it alive in the restaurant alongside the others. The video ended with the rescued gray goose remaining at the restaurant, spared and joining the two white geese that appeared to have saved it.

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Press Conference on Air Water's Measures to Prevent Recurrence

Press conference regarding Air Water's measures to prevent recurrence. The photo shows President and Representative Director Ryosuke Matsubayashi.=,Tokyo

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Press Conference on Air Water's Measures to Prevent Recurrence

Press conference regarding Air Water's measures to prevent recurrence. The photo shows President and Representative Director Ryosuke Matsubayashi.=,Tokyo

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Press Conference on Air Water's Measures to Prevent Recurrence

Press conference regarding Air Water's measures to prevent recurrence. The photo shows President and Representative Director Ryosuke Matsubayashi.=,Tokyo

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Press Conference on Air Water's Measures to Prevent Recurrence

Press conference regarding Air Water's measures to prevent recurrence. The photo shows President and Representative Director Ryosuke Matsubayashi.=,Tokyo

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China: Wild Siberian Tiger Roams Residential Area in Jilin

On January 13, 2026, a wild Siberian tiger was captured on video outside a villager’s home in Hunchun, Jilin, after reportedly roaming the residential area for several nights. The tiger killed two deer during this period, an incident that was reported to authorities to prevent potential human encounters. Multiple departments, including wildlife protection agencies and forestry police, became involved shortly after the report.

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Snow in central Japan

Gates are closed at an interchange on the Hokuriku Expressway in the central Japan city of Toyama to prevent accidents given expected heavy snowfall on Jan. 21, 2026.

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Snow in central Japan

Gates are closed at an interchange on the Hokuriku Expressway in the central Japan city of Toyama to prevent accidents given expected heavy snowfall on Jan. 21, 2026.

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Snow in central Japan

An electronic signboard at an interchange on the Hokuriku Expressway in the central Japan city of Toyama informs drivers of the closure of a section to prevent accidents given expected heavy snowfall on Jan. 21, 2026.

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Protests Against US Capture Of Maduro - Mexico

Riot police prevent protesters from reaching the US embassy during a demonstration against the United States government for the detention of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, by US military forces in Caracas, Venezuela. on January 3, 2026 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protests Against US Capture Of Maduro - Mexico

Riot police prevent protesters from reaching the US embassy during a demonstration against the United States government for the detention of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, by US military forces in Caracas, Venezuela. on January 3, 2026 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protests Against US Capture Of Maduro - Mexico

Riot police prevent protesters from reaching the US embassy during a demonstration against the United States government for the detention of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, by US military forces in Caracas, Venezuela. on January 3, 2026 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protests Against US Capture Of Maduro - Mexico

Riot police prevent protesters from reaching the US embassy during a demonstration against the United States government for the detention of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, by US military forces in Caracas, Venezuela. on January 3, 2026 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Luis Barron / Eyepix/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mossos Prepare to Evict Settlement - Barcelona

Several people protest to prevent the eviction of the B9 of Badalona, on December 17, 2025, in Badalona, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Mossos d'Esquadra are ready to start the eviction of the former high school B9 in Badalona (Barcelona), converted into an occupied settlement. The eviction is carried out in response to the demand of the Badalona City Council to Mossos d'Esquadra, by means of a judicial resolution of the Contentious Administrative Court number 11 of Barcelona last December 12, "which authorizes the entry and execution of the Government Agreement of the referred City Council to recover the property". Photo by Lorena Sopêna / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Catalonia Declares State of Emergency Due to African Swine Fever - Spain

The owner of the sanctuary takes care of the pigs, on December 9, 2025, in Rubí, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The owner of an animal 'sanctuary' in Rubí (Barcelona) has received a visit from the Agents Rurals de la Generalitat who are monitoring to prevent the spread of African swine fever (ASF). During the inspection of the shelter (within the radius where the administrations focus their vigilance), they asked her for the documentation that accredits the legality of the sanctuary 'En Nuestra Casa de Madera' and, although at first she did not have this accreditation, the City Council has accepted to give her the permits, according to the owner. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Catalonia Declares State of Emergency Due to African Swine Fever - Spain

Several pigs at an animal sanctuary on December 9, 2025, in Rubí, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The owner of an animal 'sanctuary' in Rubí (Barcelona) has received a visit from the Agents Rurals de la Generalitat who are monitoring to prevent the spread of African swine fever (ASF). During the inspection of the shelter (within the radius where the administrations focus their vigilance), they asked her for the documentation that accredits the legality of the sanctuary 'En Nuestra Casa de Madera' and, although at first she did not have this accreditation, the City Council has accepted to give her the permits, according to the owner. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Catalonia Declares State of Emergency Due to African Swine Fever - Spain

The owner of the sanctuary takes care of the pigs, on December 9, 2025, in Rubí, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The owner of an animal 'sanctuary' in Rubí (Barcelona) has received a visit from the Agents Rurals de la Generalitat who are monitoring to prevent the spread of African swine fever (ASF). During the inspection of the shelter (within the radius where the administrations focus their vigilance), they asked her for the documentation that accredits the legality of the sanctuary 'En Nuestra Casa de Madera' and, although at first she did not have this accreditation, the City Council has accepted to give her the permits, according to the owner. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Catalonia Declares State of Emergency Due to African Swine Fever - Spain

The owner of the sanctuary takes care of the pigs, on December 9, 2025, in Rubí, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The owner of an animal 'sanctuary' in Rubí (Barcelona) has received a visit from the Agents Rurals de la Generalitat who are monitoring to prevent the spread of African swine fever (ASF). During the inspection of the shelter (within the radius where the administrations focus their vigilance), they asked her for the documentation that accredits the legality of the sanctuary 'En Nuestra Casa de Madera' and, although at first she did not have this accreditation, the City Council has accepted to give her the permits, according to the owner. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Catalonia Declares State of Emergency Due to African Swine Fever - Spain

A pig in an animal sanctuary on December 9, 2025, in Rubí, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The owner of an animal 'sanctuary' in Rubí (Barcelona) has received a visit from the Agents Rurals de la Generalitat who are monitoring to prevent the spread of African swine fever (ASF). During the inspection of the shelter (within the radius where the administrations focus their vigilance), they asked for the documentation that accredits the legality of the sanctuary 'En Nuestra Casa de Madera' and, although at first she did not have this accreditation, the City Council has accepted to give her the permits, according to the owner. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Catalonia Declares State of Emergency Due to African Swine Fever - Spain

A pig in an animal sanctuary on December 9, 2025, in Rubí, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The owner of an animal 'sanctuary' in Rubí (Barcelona) has received a visit from the Agents Rurals de la Generalitat who are monitoring to prevent the spread of African swine fever (ASF). During the inspection of the shelter (within the radius where the administrations focus their vigilance), they asked for the documentation that accredits the legality of the sanctuary 'En Nuestra Casa de Madera' and, although at first she did not have this accreditation, the City Council has accepted to give her the permits, according to the owner. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Catalonia Declares State of Emergency Due to African Swine Fever - Spain

The owner of the sanctuary takes care of the pigs, on December 9, 2025, in Rubí, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The owner of an animal 'sanctuary' in Rubí (Barcelona) has received a visit from the Agents Rurals de la Generalitat who are monitoring to prevent the spread of African swine fever (ASF). During the inspection of the shelter (within the radius where the administrations focus their vigilance), they asked her for the documentation that accredits the legality of the sanctuary 'En Nuestra Casa de Madera' and, although at first she did not have this accreditation, the City Council has accepted to give her the permits, according to the owner. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Catalonia Declares State of Emergency Due to African Swine Fever - Spain

A pig in an animal sanctuary on December 9, 2025, in Rubí, Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The owner of an animal 'sanctuary' in Rubí (Barcelona) has received a visit from the Agents Rurals de la Generalitat who are monitoring to prevent the spread of African swine fever (ASF). During the inspection of the shelter (within the radius where the administrations focus their vigilance), they asked for the documentation that accredits the legality of the sanctuary 'En Nuestra Casa de Madera' and, although at first she did not have this accreditation, the City Council has accepted to give her the permits, according to the owner. Photo by Lorena Sopena/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Visit to the works of the Galindo Storm Tank - Barakaldo

Several people work during a visit to the construction site of the Galindo Storm Tank, December 5, 2025, in Barakaldo, Biscay, Basque Country, Spain. The subway hydraulic infrastructure is designed to store excess rainwater to prevent untreated wastewater from reaching rivers, reducing flooding and improving water quality. The project has an investment of more than 46 million euros and is scheduled for completion by the end of 2027. Photo by H.Bilbao / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Visit to the works of the Galindo Storm Tank - Barakaldo

Several people work during a visit to the construction site of the Galindo Storm Tank, December 5, 2025, in Barakaldo, Biscay, Basque Country, Spain. The subway hydraulic infrastructure is designed to store excess rainwater to prevent untreated wastewater from reaching rivers, reducing flooding and improving water quality. The project has an investment of more than 46 million euros and is scheduled for completion by the end of 2027. Photo by H.Bilbao / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Visit to the works of the Galindo Storm Tank - Barakaldo

Several people work during a visit to the construction site of the Galindo Storm Tank, December 5, 2025, in Barakaldo, Biscay, Basque Country, Spain. The subway hydraulic infrastructure is designed to store excess rainwater to prevent untreated wastewater from reaching rivers, reducing flooding and improving water quality. The project has an investment of more than 46 million euros and is scheduled for completion by the end of 2027. Photo by H.Bilbao / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Visit to the works of the Galindo Storm Tank - Barakaldo

Several people work during a visit to the construction site of the Galindo Storm Tank, December 5, 2025, in Barakaldo, Biscay, Basque Country, Spain. The subway hydraulic infrastructure is designed to store excess rainwater to prevent untreated wastewater from reaching rivers, reducing flooding and improving water quality. The project has an investment of more than 46 million euros and is scheduled for completion by the end of 2027. Photo by H.Bilbao / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Visit to the works of the Galindo Storm Tank - Barakaldo

Several people work during a visit to the construction site of the Galindo Storm Tank, December 5, 2025, in Barakaldo, Biscay, Basque Country, Spain. The subway hydraulic infrastructure is designed to store excess rainwater to prevent untreated wastewater from reaching rivers, reducing flooding and improving water quality. The project has an investment of more than 46 million euros and is scheduled for completion by the end of 2027. Photo by H.Bilbao / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Visit to the works of the Galindo Storm Tank - Barakaldo

Several people work during a visit to the construction site of the Galindo Storm Tank, December 5, 2025, in Barakaldo, Biscay, Basque Country, Spain. The subway hydraulic infrastructure is designed to store excess rainwater to prevent untreated wastewater from reaching rivers, reducing flooding and improving water quality. The project has an investment of more than 46 million euros and is scheduled for completion by the end of 2027. Photo by H.Bilbao / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Visit to the works of the Galindo Storm Tank - Barakaldo

Several people work during a visit to the construction site of the Galindo Storm Tank, December 5, 2025, in Barakaldo, Biscay, Basque Country, Spain. The subway hydraulic infrastructure is designed to store excess rainwater to prevent untreated wastewater from reaching rivers, reducing flooding and improving water quality. The project has an investment of more than 46 million euros and is scheduled for completion by the end of 2027. Photo by H.Bilbao / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Visit to the works of the Galindo Storm Tank - Barakaldo

Several people work during a visit to the construction site of the Galindo Storm Tank, December 5, 2025, in Barakaldo, Biscay, Basque Country, Spain. The subway hydraulic infrastructure is designed to store excess rainwater to prevent untreated wastewater from reaching rivers, reducing flooding and improving water quality. The project has an investment of more than 46 million euros and is scheduled for completion by the end of 2027. Photo by H.Bilbao / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Visit to the works of the Galindo Storm Tank - Barakaldo

Several people work during a visit to the construction site of the Galindo Storm Tank, December 5, 2025, in Barakaldo, Biscay, Basque Country, Spain. The subway hydraulic infrastructure is designed to store excess rainwater to prevent untreated wastewater from reaching rivers, reducing flooding and improving water quality. The project has an investment of more than 46 million euros and is scheduled for completion by the end of 2027. Photo by H.Bilbao / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Visit to the works of the Galindo Storm Tank - Barakaldo

Several people work during a visit to the construction site of the Galindo Storm Tank, December 5, 2025, in Barakaldo, Biscay, Basque Country, Spain. The subway hydraulic infrastructure is designed to store excess rainwater to prevent untreated wastewater from reaching rivers, reducing flooding and improving water quality. The project has an investment of more than 46 million euros and is scheduled for completion by the end of 2027. Photo by H.Bilbao / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Visit to the works of the Galindo Storm Tank - Barakaldo

Several people work during a visit to the construction site of the Galindo Storm Tank, December 5, 2025, in Barakaldo, Biscay, Basque Country, Spain. The subway hydraulic infrastructure is designed to store excess rainwater to prevent untreated wastewater from reaching rivers, reducing flooding and improving water quality. The project has an investment of more than 46 million euros and is scheduled for completion by the end of 2027. Photo by H.Bilbao / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Visit to the works of the Galindo Storm Tank - Barakaldo

Several people work during a visit to the construction site of the Galindo Storm Tank, December 5, 2025, in Barakaldo, Biscay, Basque Country, Spain. The subway hydraulic infrastructure is designed to store excess rainwater to prevent untreated wastewater from reaching rivers, reducing flooding and improving water quality. The project has an investment of more than 46 million euros and is scheduled for completion by the end of 2027. Photo by H.Bilbao / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Visit to the works of the Galindo Storm Tank - Barakaldo

Several people work during a visit to the construction site of the Galindo Storm Tank, December 5, 2025, in Barakaldo, Biscay, Basque Country, Spain. The subway hydraulic infrastructure is designed to store excess rainwater to prevent untreated wastewater from reaching rivers, reducing flooding and improving water quality. The project has an investment of more than 46 million euros and is scheduled for completion by the end of 2027. Photo by H.Bilbao / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Visit to the works of the Galindo Storm Tank - Barakaldo

Several people work during a visit to the construction site of the Galindo Storm Tank, December 5, 2025, in Barakaldo, Biscay, Basque Country, Spain. The subway hydraulic infrastructure is designed to store excess rainwater to prevent untreated wastewater from reaching rivers, reducing flooding and improving water quality. The project has an investment of more than 46 million euros and is scheduled for completion by the end of 2027. Photo by H.Bilbao / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Visit to the works of the Galindo Storm Tank - Barakaldo

Several people work during a visit to the construction site of the Galindo Storm Tank, December 5, 2025, in Barakaldo, Biscay, Basque Country, Spain. The subway hydraulic infrastructure is designed to store excess rainwater to prevent untreated wastewater from reaching rivers, reducing flooding and improving water quality. The project has an investment of more than 46 million euros and is scheduled for completion by the end of 2027. Photo by H.Bilbao / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM