US: Tornado Strikes North Dakota, Leaving 3 Dead and Widspread Damage

A tornado ripped through North Dakota on Friday night, June 20, as powerful winds swept across the upper Midwest, leaving at least three people dead and over 19,000 people without power.

US: Tornado Strikes North Dakota, Leaving 3 Dead and Widspread Damage 2

A tornado ripped through North Dakota on Friday night, June 20, as powerful winds swept across the upper Midwest, leaving at least three people dead and over 19,000 people without power.

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T?RKIYE-ISTANBUL-ANCIENT BUILDINGS-AQUEDUCT OF VALENS

(240719) -- ISTANBUL, July 19, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on July 18, 2024 shows a scene of the Aqueduct of Valens in Istanbul, Trkiye. The Aqueduct of Valens is a significant ancient Roman aqueduct in Istanbul. As part of a larger water supply system, it was completed in the late 4th century AD during the reign of the Roman Emperor Valens, after whom it is named. The structure is notable for its impressive engineering and architectural design. The aqueduct was constructed using a combination of stone and brick, and it features a series of arches that support the water channel above. Today, the aqueduct is a historical landmark in Istanbul. While it no longer serves its original purpose, it remains an important symbol of the city's architectural and engineering heritage. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Liu Lei)

France: Spire Of Historic Rouen Cathedral Catches Fire 5

A fire broke out in the spire of the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Rouen, a major landmark in the capital of the Normandy region of France, on Thursday, July 11. The 12th-century cathedral was under renovation. Authorities said the fire was quickly extinguished.

France: Spire Of Historic Rouen Cathedral Catches Fire 4

A fire broke out in the spire of the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Rouen, a major landmark in the capital of the Normandy region of France, on Thursday, July 11. The 12th-century cathedral was under renovation. Authorities said the fire was quickly extinguished.

France: Spire Of Historic Rouen Cathedral Catches Fire

A fire broke out in the spire of the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Rouen, a major landmark in the capital of the Normandy region of France, on Thursday, July 11. The 12th-century cathedral was under renovation. Authorities said the fire was quickly extinguished.

France: Spire Of Historic Rouen Cathedral Catches Fire 2

A fire broke out in the spire of the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Rouen, a major landmark in the capital of the Normandy region of France, on Thursday, July 11. The 12th-century cathedral was under renovation. Authorities said the fire was quickly extinguished.

France: Spire Of Historic Rouen Cathedral Catches Fire 3

A fire broke out in the spire of the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Rouen, a major landmark in the capital of the Normandy region of France, on Thursday, July 11. The 12th-century cathedral was under renovation. Authorities said the fire was quickly extinguished.

TÜRKIYE-GAZIANTEP-EARTHQUAKES-ROMAN-ERA GAZIANTEP CASTLE-DAMAGE

TÜRKIYE-GAZIANTEP-EARTHQUAKES-ROMAN-ERA GAZIANTEP CASTLE-DAMAGE

(230210) -- GAZIANTEP (TÜRKIYE), Feb. 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- The aerial photo taken on Feb. 10, 2023 shows Gaziantep Castle damaged in the devastating earthquakes in Gaziantep, Türkiye. The catastrophic earthquakes that rocked Türkiye and Syria on Monday did not only lead to huge human casualties but also heavily damaged the cultural memory of a region famous for its rich history. Many ancient heritage sites have been destroyed in the disaster. Among them is the Roman-era Gaziantep Castle, a 2,000-year-old monument that used to be a prized cultural and tourist landmark of Gaziantep city. (Photo by Mustafa Kaya/Xinhua) TO GO WITH Feature: Several heritage sites damaged in Türkiye's earthquakes

TÜRKIYE-GAZIANTEP-EARTHQUAKES-ROMAN-ERA GAZIANTEP CASTLE-DAMAGE

TÜRKIYE-GAZIANTEP-EARTHQUAKES-ROMAN-ERA GAZIANTEP CASTLE-DAMAGE

(230210) -- GAZIANTEP (TÜRKIYE), Feb. 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- The aerial photo taken on Feb. 10, 2023 shows Gaziantep Castle damaged in the devastating earthquakes in Gaziantep, Türkiye. The catastrophic earthquakes that rocked Türkiye and Syria on Monday did not only lead to huge human casualties but also heavily damaged the cultural memory of a region famous for its rich history. Many ancient heritage sites have been destroyed in the disaster. Among them is the Roman-era Gaziantep Castle, a 2,000-year-old monument that used to be a prized cultural and tourist landmark of Gaziantep city. (Photo by Mustafa Kaya/Xinhua) TO GO WITH Feature: Several heritage sites damaged in Türkiye's earthquakes

TÜRKIYE-GAZIANTEP-EARTHQUAKES-ROMAN-ERA GAZIANTEP CASTLE-DAMAGE

TÜRKIYE-GAZIANTEP-EARTHQUAKES-ROMAN-ERA GAZIANTEP CASTLE-DAMAGE

(230210) -- GAZIANTEP (TÜRKIYE), Feb. 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- The aerial photo taken on Feb. 10, 2023 shows Gaziantep Castle damaged in the devastating earthquakes in Gaziantep, Türkiye. The catastrophic earthquakes that rocked Türkiye and Syria on Monday did not only lead to huge human casualties but also heavily damaged the cultural memory of a region famous for its rich history. Many ancient heritage sites have been destroyed in the disaster. Among them is the Roman-era Gaziantep Castle, a 2,000-year-old monument that used to be a prized cultural and tourist landmark of Gaziantep city. (Photo by Mustafa Kaya/Xinhua) TO GO WITH Feature: Several heritage sites damaged in Türkiye's earthquakes

TÜRKIYE-GAZIANTEP-EARTHQUAKES-ROMAN-ERA GAZIANTEP CASTLE-DAMAGE

TÜRKIYE-GAZIANTEP-EARTHQUAKES-ROMAN-ERA GAZIANTEP CASTLE-DAMAGE

(230210) -- GAZIANTEP (TÜRKIYE), Feb. 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- The aerial photo taken on Feb. 10, 2023 shows Gaziantep Castle damaged in the devastating earthquakes in Gaziantep, Türkiye. The catastrophic earthquakes that rocked Türkiye and Syria on Monday did not only lead to huge human casualties but also heavily damaged the cultural memory of a region famous for its rich history. Many ancient heritage sites have been destroyed in the disaster. Among them is the Roman-era Gaziantep Castle, a 2,000-year-old monument that used to be a prized cultural and tourist landmark of Gaziantep city. (Photo by Mustafa Kaya/Xinhua) TO GO WITH Feature: Several heritage sites damaged in Türkiye's earthquakes

TÜRKIYE-GAZIANTEP-EARTHQUAKES-ROMAN-ERA GAZIANTEP CASTLE-DAMAGE

TÜRKIYE-GAZIANTEP-EARTHQUAKES-ROMAN-ERA GAZIANTEP CASTLE-DAMAGE

(230210) -- GAZIANTEP (TÜRKIYE), Feb. 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- The aerial photo taken on Feb. 10, 2023 shows Gaziantep Castle damaged in the devastating earthquakes in Gaziantep, Türkiye. The catastrophic earthquakes that rocked Türkiye and Syria on Monday did not only lead to huge human casualties but also heavily damaged the cultural memory of a region famous for its rich history. Many ancient heritage sites have been destroyed in the disaster. Among them is the Roman-era Gaziantep Castle, a 2,000-year-old monument that used to be a prized cultural and tourist landmark of Gaziantep city. (Photo by Mustafa Kaya/Xinhua) TO GO WITH Feature: Several heritage sites damaged in Türkiye's earthquakes

TÜRKIYE-GAZIANTEP-EARTHQUAKES-ROMAN-ERA GAZIANTEP CASTLE-DAMAGE

TÜRKIYE-GAZIANTEP-EARTHQUAKES-ROMAN-ERA GAZIANTEP CASTLE-DAMAGE

(230210) -- GAZIANTEP (TÜRKIYE), Feb. 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- The aerial photo taken on Feb. 10, 2023 shows Gaziantep Castle damaged in the devastating earthquakes in Gaziantep, Türkiye. The catastrophic earthquakes that rocked Türkiye and Syria on Monday did not only lead to huge human casualties but also heavily damaged the cultural memory of a region famous for its rich history. Many ancient heritage sites have been destroyed in the disaster. Among them is the Roman-era Gaziantep Castle, a 2,000-year-old monument that used to be a prized cultural and tourist landmark of Gaziantep city. (Photo by Mustafa Kaya/Xinhua) TO GO WITH Feature: Several heritage sites damaged in Türkiye's earthquakes

the statue of Joseph II, Holy Roman Emperor

the statue of Joseph II, Holy Roman Emperor

The cast iron statue of Joseph II, Holy Roman Emperor, at chateau Rajec nad Svitavou in Rajec-Jestrebi, Czech Republic, March 7, 2020. (CTK Photo/Libor Sojka)

the statue of Joseph II, Holy Roman Emperor

the statue of Joseph II, Holy Roman Emperor

The cast iron statue of Joseph II, Holy Roman Emperor, at chateau Rajec nad Svitavou in Rajec-Jestrebi, Czech Republic, March 7, 2020. (CTK Photo/Libor Sojka)