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Hong Kong: Massive Whale Carcass Washes Ashore at Sai Kung East Country Park

On January 29, 2026, in Ham Tin Bay, Sai Kung East Country Park, Hong Kong, a video captured a huge whale carcass measuring more than 10 meters long lying on the sandy shore after being carried in by waves. The footage showed the remains already in an advanced state of decomposition, with a strong odor spreading across the area.

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US: Tornadoes Spotted Near Foraker, Oklahoma

Tornadoes were spotted a few miles west-southwest of Foraker, Oklahoma on Sunday, April 26 as severe weather with tornado warnings and watches continued for several days in the state.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Sweep Across Iowa, Bringing Hail, Damaging Winds

Severe thunderstorms swept across Iowa on Thursday, April 23, bringing hail, damaging winds, and multiple tornadoes to the state, with the National Weather Service confirming at least six tornadoes.

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US: Cold Front Brings Hail and Tornado Warnings to Nebraska

A cold front moved through Nebraska on Thursday, April 23, bringing tornado threats and hail to the state. This video shows hail falling in Lincoln.

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US: Sirens Blare as Severe Storms Trigger Tornado Warnings Across Northeast Kansas

Weather officials confirmed tornadoes across northeast Kansas on Thursday, April 23. Tornado warnings were issued for parts of the state as severe storms swept through the region. This video shows tornado sirens blaring in Topeka.

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US: Tornado-Warned Storm Brings Hail to Omaha Metro Area

A cold front moved through Nebraska on Thursday, April 23, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a tornado warning and a watch for parts of the state. Hail was reported across the metro Omaha area as the storms passed through.

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US: Wildfire Destroys Homes in Brantley County, Georgia, Mandatory Evacuations Ordered

A massive wildfire in Brantley County, Georgia has exploded to 5,000+ acres by Wednesday afternoon, April 22 destroying dozens of homes, and forcing mandatory evacuations. This video shows the fire seen from Satilla Grocery near the intersection of Georgia State Route 110 and US Route 82 on Tuesday, April 21.

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US: Aerial Footage Shows Firefighting Near St. Augustine Amid Florida Wildfires

Wildfires have increased across Florida as dry, windy conditions continued to fuel fire danger statewide, with active fires burning nearly 13,000 acres as of Tuesday, April 21, mostly in the northern half of the state. This video, captured from an aircraft at 8,000 feet, shows firefighting operations southwest of St. Augustine, Florida, as red flag warnings and burn restrictions expanded across the region.

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RECAP: Canadian Woman Killed in Shooting at Mexico’s Teotihuacán Pyramid Complex

A Canadian woman was killed and 13 people injured after a gunman opened fire at the ancient pyramid complex of Teotihuacán in Mexico on Monday, April 20. The shooter, identified as Julio César Jasso Ramírez, killed himself after the attack.

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Mexico: Deadly Shooting at Teotihuacán Pyramids Leaves 1 Dead, 6 Injured

A gunman opened fire at the popular Teotihuacán pyramids in Mexico on Monday, April 20, killing a Canadian woman and injuring at least six others before taking his own life. Four victims were struck by gunshots and two others were injured from falls as visitors fled the scene. Authorities seized a firearm, a bladed weapon, and live cartridges at the site.

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Mexico: Deadly Shooting at Teotihuacán Pyramids Leaves 1 Dead, 6 Injured 2

A gunman opened fire at the popular Teotihuacán pyramids in Mexico on Monday, April 20, killing a Canadian woman and injuring at least six others before taking his own life. Four victims were struck by gunshots and two others were injured from falls as visitors fled the scene. Authorities seized a firearm, a bladed weapon, and live cartridges at the site.

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US: Spring Snowstorm Hits Colorado, Causing Slick Roads Across the State 2

Colorado received spring snow on Friday, April 17, causing slick roads across the state.

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US: Spring Snowstorm Hits Colorado, Causing Slick Roads Across the State

Colorado received spring snow on Friday, April 17, causing slick roads across the state.

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US: Destructive Hailstorm Prompts State of Emergency in Miami County, Kansas

Strong thunderstorms struck Miami County, Kansas, on Wednesday, April 15, bringing large hail that damaged structures and vehicles, prompting local leaders to declare a state of emergency. Schools in Osawatomie were closed Thursday and Friday as officials assessed widespread hail damage to multiple district buildings.

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US: Michigan on Alert as Tornado Touches Down and Storms Sweep Across State

Severe storms swept across Michigan on Tuesday night, April 14, bringing tornadoes, damaging winds and widespread power outages to multiple counties. A tornado was reported on the ground in Montcalm County, with downed trees and debris reported in the area. Tornado warnings were also issued for Washtenaw County, while over 41,000 customers lost power across the state. This video shows the damage left by the severe storm in Ann Arbor.

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US: Evacuations Ordered as Picayune Strand Brush Fire Spreads in Collier County, FL 3

A rapidly growing brush fire along Interstate 75 reached 1,200 acres in the Picayune Strand State Forest in Collier County, Florida, on Monday, April 13, prompting evacuation orders for several neighborhoods.

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US: Evacuations Ordered as Picayune Strand Brush Fire Spreads in Collier County, FL 2

A rapidly growing brush fire along Interstate 75 reached 1,000 acres in the Picayune Strand State Forest in Collier County, Florida, on Monday, April 13, prompting evacuation orders for several neighborhoods.

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US: Evacuations Ordered as Picayune Strand Brush Fire Spreads in Collier County, FL

A rapidly growing brush fire along Interstate 75 reached 1,000 acres in the Picayune Strand State Forest in Collier County, Florida, on Monday, April 13, prompting evacuation orders for several neighborhoods.

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US: Massive Fire Tears Through Kimberly-Clark Paper Goods Warehouse in Ontario, CA

A massive 6-alarm fire broke out at a Kimberly-Clark warehouse in Ontario, California, in the early hours of Tuesday, April 7, with more than 100 firefighters responding to battle the blaze. A warehouse employee was arrested on suspicion of arson, and no injuries were reported, though thick smoke prompted air quality warnings for sensitive groups in the area.

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Libya: Severe Dust Storm Turns Skies Red Over Tobruk, Prompting State of Emergency

A severe dust storm turned skies red over Tobruk, Libya, on Wednesday, April 1, prompting a state of emergency across a wide area from Musaid to Al-Jaghbub. Visibility dropped to near zero, winds reached around 70 km/h.

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US: Fast-Moving Brush Fire Breaks Out in San Marcos, Forcing Nearby Evacuations 2

The Moree Fire, a fast-moving brush fire, broke out in San Marcos, San Diego County, California, on Sunday, April 5, forcing evacuations of California State University San Marcos and nearby residents. Firefighters stopped the spread of the flames in just over an hour.

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US: Fast-Moving Brush Fire Breaks Out in San Marcos, Forcing Nearby Evacuations

The Moree Fire, a fast-moving brush fire, broke out in San Marcos, San Diego County, California, on Sunday, April 5, forcing evacuations of California State University San Marcos and nearby residents. Firefighters stopped the spread of the flames in just over an hour.

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Japan-France summit

Japan-France summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (R) and French President Emmanuel Macron strike a pose from popular Japanese manga "Dragon Ball" at the end of their joint press appearance after their first official in-person summit at the State Guest House in Tokyo on April 1, 2026.

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Japan-France summit

Japan-France summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (R) and French President Emmanuel Macron are pictured at the end of a joint press appearance following their first official in-person summit at the State Guest House in Tokyo on April 1, 2026.

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Japan-France summit

Japan-France summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (2nd from L) and French President Emmanuel Macron (L) listen to the Japanese national anthem after their first official in-person summit at the State Guest House in Tokyo on April 1, 2026.

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Japan-France summit

Japan-France summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi speaks during a joint press appearance with French President Emmanuel Macron following their first official in-person summit at the State Guest House in Tokyo on April 1, 2026.

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Japan-France summit

Japan-France summit

French President Emmanuel Macron speaks during a joint press appearance with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi following their first official in-person summit at the State Guest House in Tokyo on April 1, 2026.

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Japan-France summit

Japan-France summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (R) and French President Emmanuel Macron make a joint press appearance following their first official in-person summit at the State Guest House in Tokyo on April 1, 2026.

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Japan-France summit

Japan-France summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (R) and French President Emmanuel Macron hold up signed joint statements following their first official in-person summit at the State Guest House in Tokyo on April 1, 2026.

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Japan-France summit

Japan-France summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (R) and French President Emmanuel Macron exchange signed joint statements following their first official in-person summit at the State Guest House in Tokyo on April 1, 2026.

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Japan-France summit

Japan-France summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi holds her first official in-person summit with French President Emmanuel Macron at the State Guest House in Tokyo on April 1, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Japan-France summit

Japan-France summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (front) and French President Emmanuel Macron are pictured before the start of their first official in-person summit at the State Guest House in Tokyo on April 1, 2026.

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Japan-France summit

Japan-France summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (R) and French President Emmanuel Macron (2nd from L) hold their first official in-person summit at the State Guest House in Tokyo on April 1, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Japan-France summit

Japan-France summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (R) and French President Emmanuel Macron (3rd from L) hold their first official in-person summit at the State Guest House in Tokyo on April 1, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Japan-France summit

Japan-France summit

French President Emmanuel Macron (R), accompanied by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, receives a guard of honor ahead of their talks at the State Guest House in Tokyo on April 1, 2026.

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Japan-France summit

Japan-France summit

French President Emmanuel Macron holds his first official in-person summit with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi at the State Guest House in Tokyo on April 1, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Japan-France summit

Japan-France summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (R) and French President Emmanuel Macron prepare to hold their first in-person summit at the State Guest House in Tokyo on April 1, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Japan-France summit

Japan-France summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (R) welcomes French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron at the State Guest House in Tokyo on April 1, 2026.

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Japan-France summit

Japan-France summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (R) and French President Emmanuel Macron shake hands ahead of their talks at the State Guest House in Tokyo on April 1, 2026.

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Japan-France summit

Japan-France summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (R) shakes hands with French President Emmanuel Macron, accompanied by his wife Brigitte Macron, at the State Guest House in Tokyo on April 1, 2026.

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US: Fire Breaks Out at Historic Maccabees Building on Wayne State Campus in Detroit

An electrical fire broke out on the 11th floor of the historic Maccabees Building on Wayne State University's campus in Detroit, Michigan on Wednesday afternoon, April 1. The fire was quickly contained, and no injuries were reported. The nearly 100-year-old building, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, remains closed as damage is assessed.

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Japanese PM Takaichi and Indonesian President Prabowo

Japanese PM Takaichi and Indonesian President Prabowo

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (R) and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto shake hands following their joint press conference at the State Guest House in Tokyo on March 31, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Japanese PM Takaichi and Indonesian President Prabowo

Japanese PM Takaichi and Indonesian President Prabowo

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi speaks at a joint press conference with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto following their talks at the State Guest House in Tokyo on March 31, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Japanese PM Takaichi and Indonesian President Prabowo

Japanese PM Takaichi and Indonesian President Prabowo

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (R) and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto hold a joint press conference following their talks at the State Guest House in Tokyo on March 31, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Japanese PM Takaichi and Indonesian President Prabowo

Japanese PM Takaichi and Indonesian President Prabowo

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto speaks at a joint press conference with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi following their talks at the State Guest House in Tokyo on March 31, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Japanese PM Takaichi and Indonesian President Prabowo

Japanese PM Takaichi and Indonesian President Prabowo

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (R, front) and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto (L, front) hold talks at the State Guest House in Tokyo on March 31, 2026.

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Japanese PM Takaichi and Indonesian President Prabowo

Japanese PM Takaichi and Indonesian President Prabowo

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (R, front) and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto (L, front) hold talks at the State Guest House in Tokyo on March 31, 2026.

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Japanese PM Takaichi and Indonesian President Prabowo

Japanese PM Takaichi and Indonesian President Prabowo

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi holds talks with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto at the State Guest House in Tokyo on March 31, 2026.

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Japanese PM Takaichi and Indonesian President Prabowo

Japanese PM Takaichi and Indonesian President Prabowo

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (R) and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto (2nd from L) prepare to hold talks at the State Guest House in Tokyo on March 31, 2026.

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Japanese PM Takaichi and Indonesian President Prabowo

Japanese PM Takaichi and Indonesian President Prabowo

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (R) and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto shake hands ahead of their talks at the State Guest House in Tokyo on March 31, 2026. (Pool photo)

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