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China: Man Miraculously Survives Direct Lightning Strike While Fishing

Surveillance footage from July 6, 2026, in Xianning, Hubei, captured the moment a man fishing beside a river during heavy rain was struck by lightning, triggering a burst of flames and thick smoke. Despite the terrifying impact, he reportedly survived with only minor injuries, while his fishing gear was left damaged beside him.

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China: Strong Winds Tear Metal Roof Off Chicken Farm in Chongqing

Footage from July 1, 2026, shows powerful winds tearing the metal roof off a chicken shed at a farm in Chongqing, China. Sheets of corrugated metal were ripped away as the structure collapsed, sending panicked chickens scattering in every direction.

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China: Truck Tire Explodes at Repair Shop, Workers Unhurt

On June 27, 2026, in Liuzhou, Guangxi, a truck tire suddenly burst while being inflated at an auto repair shop, sending two workers stepping back just in time after hearing a warning sound. No one was injured, and the tire was later replaced.

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China: E-Bike Rider Loses Control, Crashes Into Supermarket Counter

On June 27, 2026, in Guiyang, Guizhou, surveillance video captured an electric bike rider losing control and crashing straight into a convenience store, slamming into the cashier counter. The store owner scrambled away just in time to avoid the impact, while a nearby pet dog was startled by the sudden collision.

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China: Mother Shields Child With Her Body as Earthquake Hits Sichuan

On June 29, 2026, in Yibin, Sichuan, a mother instinctively threw herself over her child the moment a 5.5-magnitude earthquake began shaking their home. The father, who was nearby, immediately reached over to shield them both as the tremor continued.

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China: Surveillance Footage Shows Home Shaking During 5.5 Earthquake in Sichuan

On June 29, 2026, surveillance footage from Yibin, Sichuan, captured the moment a magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck Gao County, sending furniture rocking sharply inside a home. No deaths were reported, though 13 people sustained minor injuries and 196 were relocated for safety.

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Canada: Large Hail Batters Saskatchewan Amid Severe Thunderstorm Warnings 2

Severe thunderstorm warnings were issued across parts of Saskatchewan on Tuesday, June 9 with golf ball to tennis ball sized hail and damaging wind gusts reported near Estevan, while residents in Regina reported coin-sized hail.

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China: Street Vendor Battles Strong Winds as Stall Tables Go Flying in Shandong

On June 3, 2026, in Liaocheng, Shandong, a street vendor was filmed fighting to secure his stall as powerful winds swept through. As he tried to hold one table in place, it nearly blew away. Moments later, two more tables were sent flying, leaving the vendor and companions scrambling to recover them. The vendor eventually managed to grab the tables and carry them into his shop.

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China: Scooter Rider Unhurt After Thick Branch Falls on Her in Chaoshan

On May 26, 2026, surveillance footage from Chaoshan, Guangdong, China, captured a thick branch suddenly falling onto a woman riding an electric scooter. Her helmet cushioned the impact, and she got caught in the branch's Y-shaped fork but was unharmed. A nearby man quickly rushed over to free her and moved the branch aside to protect other passersby.

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China: Young Boy Calmly Unplugs Flaming Hair Dryer in Guangdong

On May 31, 2026, surveillance footage from Guangdong, China, captured a young boy holding a hair dryer when it suddenly short-circuited and burst into flames. Instead of panicking, he calmly reached for the plug and pulled it out immediately, cutting off the power before the situation worsened.

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[Breaking News]Possible spraying incident in Tokyo's Ginza area

TOKYO, Japan, May 25 Kyodo - Fire trucks gather in front of the Ginza Six shopping complex in Tokyo's Ginza district on May 25, 2026, after an emergency call reported a pungent smell and people coughing. At least one person was taken to the hospital and around 20 others reported feeling ill, according to police. Surveillance footage showed a man spraying an unknown substance inside the facility before the call was made. (Kyodo)

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Possible spraying incident in Tokyo's Ginza area

TOKYO, Japan, May 25 Kyodo - Fire trucks gather in front of the Ginza Six shopping complex in Tokyo's Ginza district on May 25, 2026, after an emergency call reported a pungent smell and people coughing. At least one person was taken to the hospital and around 20 others reported feeling ill, according to police. Surveillance footage showed a man spraying an unknown substance inside the facility before the call was made. (Kyodo)

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Possible spraying incident in Tokyo's Ginza area

Fire trucks gather in front of the Ginza Six shopping complex in Tokyo's Ginza district on May 25, 2026, after an emergency call reported a pungent smell and people coughing. At least one person was taken to the hospital and around 20 others reported feeling ill, according to police. Surveillance footage showed a man spraying an unknown substance inside the facility before the call was made.

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Possible spraying incident in Tokyo's Ginza area

Fire trucks and other emergency vehicles gather in front of the Ginza Six shopping complex in Tokyo's Ginza district on May 25, 2026, after an emergency call reported a pungent smell and people coughing. At least one person was taken to the hospital and around 20 others reported feeling ill, according to police. Surveillance footage showed a man spraying an unknown substance inside the facility before the call was made.

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China: Unmanned Forklift Reverses on Its Own and Crashes Into Ambulance

On April 15, 2026, a forklift at a company compound in Nanchong, Sichuan, China, suddenly reversed on its own and crashed into a parked ambulance. No one was operating the vehicle at the time. Staff suspected a short circuit in the forklift's electrical system triggered the unexpected movement.

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China: Footage Captures Kitchen Blast as Family Dines Nearby in Fujian

On March 5, 2026, in Fujian, a surveillance footage recorded a family eating near the kitchen entrance. Without warning, a loud blast erupted from inside the kitchen. A burst of flame lit up the room, and the grandfather immediately ran out in panic. At the same time, the mother and grandmother quickly moved away from the kitchen area with the baby. The explosion appeared violent, but the family had been sitting far enough from the kitchen to avoid direct injury.

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China: Young Girl Accidentally Causes Glass Door to Burst Apart While Opening It

On March 4, 2026, in Luoyang, Henan, China, surveillance footage captured the moment a young girl accidentally shattered a glass door while pushing it open, causing the panel to instantly burst apart. The family confirmed that the girl was fortunately not injured in the incident.

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Japan's delivery of surveillance radar systems to Philippines

Japanese Ambassador to the Philippines Kazuya Endo (R) shakes hands with Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro during a ceremony held in Manila on Feb. 11, 2026, following Japan's delivery of five coastal surveillance radar systems to the Philippine military. In November 2023, Japan agreed to provide grand-in-aid to the Philippines to finance the project.

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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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China: CCTV Captures Shop Owner Fleeing During 5.5 Quake

A 5.5-magnitude earthquake violently shook Gansu, northwestern China, on January 26, 2026. Surveillance footage shows a shop owner fleeing as shelves rattle and goods crash to the floor inside a small store in Diebu County. Authorities reported no immediate casualties, and emergency teams were deployed.

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China: Tent Roof Collapses During Snow Removal in Henan

A woman in Henan, China, accidentally caused a tent roof to collapse while clearing heavy snow on January 20, 2026. The video shows the structure giving way within seconds, leaving the roof caved in as she stepped back in shock.

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China: Child Falls from Car After Rear Door Opens During Turn

On January 10, 2026, in Beijing, a video captured a dangerous moment when the rear door of a turning car suddenly opened, causing a child in the back seat to fall onto the road. The child quickly stood up and ran after the vehicle, which continued moving briefly with the door still open.

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Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drone shot of Yemen

In Seiyun, Yemen on January 09, 2026, aerial drone footage shows the city of Seiyun in southern Yemen amidst ongoing military unrest and conflict. The city faces significant tension during the power struggle between the government-backed Yemeni Armed Forces and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) following recent military operations in the region. Photo by Mohammad Daher/ABACAPRESS.COM

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