US: Giant Green Fireball Lights Up Night Sky in Billings, Montana

A giant green fireball lit up the skies across five western states on Wednesday, April 8, before exploding over northeastern Wyoming. The American Meteor Society received over 30 eyewitness accounts from Wyoming, Colorado, Montana, Nebraska, and South Dakota.

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

South Korean and American singer-songwriter EJAE (Kim Eun-jae) arrives at the American Cinematheque's 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on January 16, 2026 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

South Korean and American singer-songwriter EJAE (Kim Eun-jae) arrives at the American Cinematheque's 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on January 16, 2026 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

South Korean and American singer-songwriter EJAE (Kim Eun-jae) arrives at the American Cinematheque's 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on January 16, 2026 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

South Korean and American singer-songwriter EJAE (Kim Eun-jae) arrives at the American Cinematheque's 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on January 16, 2026 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

South Korean and American singer-songwriter EJAE (Kim Eun-jae) arrives at the American Cinematheque's 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on January 16, 2026 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

South Korean and American singer-songwriter EJAE (Kim Eun-jae) arrives at the American Cinematheque's 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on January 16, 2026 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

South Korean and American singer-songwriter EJAE (Kim Eun-jae) arrives at the American Cinematheque's 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on January 16, 2026 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

South Korean and American singer-songwriter EJAE (Kim Eun-jae) arrives at the American Cinematheque's 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on January 16, 2026 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

South Korean and American singer-songwriter EJAE (Kim Eun-jae) arrives at the American Cinematheque's 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on January 16, 2026 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

South Korean and American singer-songwriter EJAE (Kim Eun-jae) arrives at the American Cinematheque's 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on January 16, 2026 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

South Korean and American singer-songwriter EJAE (Kim Eun-jae) arrives at the American Cinematheque's 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on January 16, 2026 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

South Korean and American singer-songwriter EJAE (Kim Eun-jae) arrives at the American Cinematheque's 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on January 16, 2026 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

South Korean and American singer-songwriter EJAE (Kim Eun-jae) arrives at the American Cinematheque's 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on January 16, 2026 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

South Korean and American singer-songwriter EJAE (Kim Eun-jae) arrives at the American Cinematheque's 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on January 16, 2026 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

South Korean and American singer-songwriter EJAE (Kim Eun-jae) arrives at the American Cinematheque's 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on January 16, 2026 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

South Korean and American singer-songwriter EJAE (Kim Eun-jae) arrives at the American Cinematheque's 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on January 16, 2026 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

South Korean and American singer-songwriter EJAE (Kim Eun-jae) arrives at the American Cinematheque's 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on January 16, 2026 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

South Korean and American singer-songwriter EJAE (Kim Eun-jae) arrives at the American Cinematheque's 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on January 16, 2026 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

American Cinematheque 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts - LA

South Korean and American singer-songwriter EJAE (Kim Eun-jae) arrives at the American Cinematheque's 5th Annual Tribute To The Crafts held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on January 16, 2026 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

President Trump departs the White House for Detroit, Michgan

President Trump departs the White House for Detroit, Michgan

The American flag flutters in the breeze prior to US President Donald J. Trump’s departure on Marine One from the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 13 January 2026. President Trump is traveling to Detroit, Michigan to deliver remarks at the Detroit Economic Club.

President Trump departs the White House for Detroit, Michgan

President Trump departs the White House for Detroit, Michgan

The American flag flutters in the breeze prior to US President Donald J. Trump’s departure on Marine One from the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 13 January 2026. President Trump is traveling to Detroit, Michigan to deliver remarks at the Detroit Economic Club.

Netflix’s ‘People We Meet On Vacation’ Premiere

Netflix’s ‘People We Meet On Vacation’ Premiere

South African-American actress and singer Sasha Pieterse arrives at the Los Angeles Premiere Of Netflix's 'People We Meet On Vacation' held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on January 6, 2026 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, United States. Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

Netflix’s ‘People We Meet On Vacation’ Premiere

Netflix’s ‘People We Meet On Vacation’ Premiere

South African-American actress and singer Sasha Pieterse arrives at the Los Angeles Premiere Of Netflix's 'People We Meet On Vacation' held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on January 6, 2026 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, United States. Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

Netflix’s ‘People We Meet On Vacation’ Premiere

Netflix’s ‘People We Meet On Vacation’ Premiere

South African-American actress and singer Sasha Pieterse arrives at the Los Angeles Premiere Of Netflix's 'People We Meet On Vacation' held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on January 6, 2026 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, United States. Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

Netflix’s ‘People We Meet On Vacation’ Premiere

Netflix’s ‘People We Meet On Vacation’ Premiere

South African-American actress and singer Sasha Pieterse arrives at the Los Angeles Premiere Of Netflix's 'People We Meet On Vacation' held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on January 6, 2026 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, United States. Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM

Delcy Rodriguez Sworn In As Acting President of Venezuela

Delcy Rodriguez Sworn In As Acting President of Venezuela

Delcy Rodriguez reacts during the swearing-in ceremony at the National Assembly in Caracas, Venezuela, Jan. 5, 2026. Delcy Rodriguez, previously vice president of Venezuela, was sworn in on Monday as the acting president of the country, after President Nicolas Maduro was taken by force on Jan. 3 during a U.S. military operation against the South American nation. Venezuela, CARACAS on. January 5, 2026. Photo by Presidency of Venezuela/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Delcy Rodriguez Sworn In As Acting President - Caracas

Delcy Rodriguez Sworn In As Acting President - Caracas

Delcy Rodriguez 2nd L) is sworn in at the National Assembly in Caracas, Venezuela, January 5, 2026. Delcy Rodriguez, previously vice president of Venezuela, was sworn in on Monday as the acting president of the country, after President Nicolas Maduro was taken by force on January 3 during a U.S. military operation against the South American nation. Presidency of Venezuela/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Delcy Rodriguez Sworn In As Acting President - Caracas

Delcy Rodriguez Sworn In As Acting President - Caracas

Delcy Rodriguez reacts during the swearing-in ceremony at the National Assembly in Caracas, Venezuela, January 5, 2026. Delcy Rodriguez, previously vice president of Venezuela, was sworn in on Monday as the acting president of the country, after President Nicolas Maduro was taken by force on January 3 during a U.S. military operation against the South American nation. Presidency of Venezuela/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Argentina: Flash Flooding Paralyzes Buenos Aires After Intense Storm

A sudden and violent storm struck Buenos Aires and the surrounding metropolitan area on Tuesday afternoon, December 23, triggering severe flash flooding after a day of extreme heat. Up to 80 millimeters of rain fell in under an hour in some areas, submerging cars, flooding streets, and paralyzing major routes including the Pan-American Highway and General Paz Avenue. At least 30 people were rescued from trapped vehicles, while emergency services received hundreds of calls. The Unicenter shopping mall in Martínez was evacuated as images of the flooding spread rapidly on social media.

Argentina: Flash Flooding Paralyzes Buenos Aires After Intense Storm 2

A sudden and violent storm struck Buenos Aires and the surrounding metropolitan area on Tuesday afternoon, December 23, triggering severe flash flooding after a day of extreme heat. Up to 80 millimeters of rain fell in under an hour in some areas, submerging cars, flooding streets, and paralyzing major routes including the Pan-American Highway and General Paz Avenue. At least 30 people were rescued from trapped vehicles, while emergency services received hundreds of calls. The Unicenter shopping mall in Martínez was evacuated as images of the flooding spread rapidly on social media.

European Farmers Protest - Brussels

European Farmers Protest - Brussels

Police officers secure a road as farmers park tractors during a protest near the Europa Building in Brussels, Belgium, Dec. 18, 2025. Thousands of farmers from across Europe rallied near the European Parliament and the Europa Building in Brussels on Thursday as European Union (EU) leaders convened for a summit, with a long-negotiated trade deal with the South American bloc Mercosur on the agenda. Photo by Lyu You/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

European Farmers Protest - Brussels

European Farmers Protest - Brussels

This photo taken on Dec. 18, 2025 shows the view outside the European Parliament during a farmers' protest in Brussels, Belgium. Thousands of farmers from across Europe rallied near the European Parliament and the Europa Building in Brussels on Thursday as European Union (EU) leaders convened for a summit, with a long-negotiated trade deal with the South American bloc Mercosur on the agenda. Photo by Peng Ziyang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

European Farmers Protest - Brussels

European Farmers Protest - Brussels

Tractors block a street during a farmers' protest near the Europa Building in Brussels, Belgium, Dec. 18, 2025. Thousands of farmers from across Europe rallied near the European Parliament and the Europa Building in Brussels on Thursday as European Union (EU) leaders convened for a summit, with a long-negotiated trade deal with the South American bloc Mercosur on the agenda. Photo by Lyu You/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

European Farmers Protest - Brussels

European Farmers Protest - Brussels

Police officers secure a road as farmers park tractors during a protest near the Europa Building in Brussels, Belgium, Dec. 18, 2025. Thousands of farmers from across Europe rallied near the European Parliament and the Europa Building in Brussels on Thursday as European Union (EU) leaders convened for a summit, with a long-negotiated trade deal with the South American bloc Mercosur on the agenda. Photo by Lyu You/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

European Farmers Protest - Brussels

European Farmers Protest - Brussels

Police officers secure a road as farmers park tractors during a protest near the Europa Building in Brussels, Belgium, Dec. 18, 2025. Thousands of farmers from across Europe rallied near the European Parliament and the Europa Building in Brussels on Thursday as European Union (EU) leaders convened for a summit, with a long-negotiated trade deal with the South American bloc Mercosur on the agenda. Photo by Lyu You/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

European Farmers Protest - Brussels

European Farmers Protest - Brussels

This photo taken on Dec. 18, 2025 shows a view after a farmers' protest in Brussels, Belgium. Thousands of farmers from across Europe rallied near the European Parliament and the Europa Building in Brussels on Thursday as European Union (EU) leaders convened for a summit, with a long-negotiated trade deal with the South American bloc Mercosur on the agenda. Photo by Peng Ziyang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 - LA

Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 - LA

South African-American actress Lesley-Ann Brandt arrives at the Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on December 11, 2025 in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 - LA

Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 - LA

Lorrie Bartlett and South African-American actress Lesley-Ann Brandt arrive at the Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on December 11, 2025 in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 - LA

Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 - LA

South African-American actress Lesley-Ann Brandt arrives at the Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on December 11, 2025 in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 - LA

Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 - LA

South African-American actress Lesley-Ann Brandt arrives at the Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on December 11, 2025 in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 - LA

Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 - LA

South African-American actress Lesley-Ann Brandt arrives at the Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on December 11, 2025 in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 - LA

Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 - LA

South African-American actress Lesley-Ann Brandt arrives at the Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on December 11, 2025 in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 - LA

Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 - LA

Lorrie Bartlett and South African-American actress Lesley-Ann Brandt arrive at the Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on December 11, 2025 in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 - LA

Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 - LA

South African-American actress Lesley-Ann Brandt arrives at the Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on December 11, 2025 in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 - LA

Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 - LA

South African-American actress Lesley-Ann Brandt arrives at the Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on December 11, 2025 in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 - LA

Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 - LA

South African-American actress Lesley-Ann Brandt arrives at the Giving A Smile Foundation Inaugural Gala 2025 held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on December 11, 2025 in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, USA. (Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM)

President Trump, Melania Trump Depart for Mar-a-Lago Thanksgiving Holiday

President Trump, Melania Trump Depart for Mar-a-Lago Thanksgiving Holiday

An American flag on the South Lawn of the White House flies during a rainstorm in Washington, DC, US, on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025. Trump decamped to his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida for the Thanksgiving holiday with any effort to control spiking health care premiums - a key issue for Republicans whose economic appeal to voters has waned since last year's election - still very much in flux. Photo by Aaron Schwartz/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

President Trump, Melania Trump Depart for Mar-a-Lago Thanksgiving Holiday

President Trump, Melania Trump Depart for Mar-a-Lago Thanksgiving Holiday

An American flag on the South Lawn of the White House flies during a rainstorm in Washington, DC, US, on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025. Trump decamped to his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida for the Thanksgiving holiday with any effort to control spiking health care premiums - a key issue for Republicans whose economic appeal to voters has waned since last year's election - still very much in flux. Photo by Aaron Schwartz/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

The Critics Choice Association's Annual Celebration Of AAPI - LA

The Critics Choice Association's Annual Celebration Of AAPI - LA

BEVERLY HILLS, LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, USA - NOVEMBER 14: South Korean and American singer, songwriter, and record producer EJAE (Kim Eun-jae) arrives at The Critics Choice Association's 4th Annual Celebration Of AAPI (Asian American and Pacific Islander) Cinema And Television held at the Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles At Beverly Hills on November 14, 2025 in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, California, United States. Photo by Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/ABACAPRESS.COM