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US: Garred Road Fire Threatens Structures and State Park in Grant County, Washington

The Garred Road Fire broke out near Coulee City, Washington, on Sunday, June 21. It has grown to an estimated 3,500 acres, threatening structures, a state park campground, and wheat fields.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Argentina's Lionel Messi scores his second goal of a World Cup Group J football match against Austria in second-half injury time at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on June 22, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Argentina's Lionel Messi (C) scores his second goal of a World Cup Group J football match against Austria in second-half injury time at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on June 22, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Argentina's Lionel Messi (C) scores his second goal of a World Cup Group J football match against Austria in second-half injury time at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on June 22, 2026.

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US: Wildfire Breaks Out Near Middle Fork Campground in Utah’s Weber County 2

The Middle Fork Fire broke out near Middle Fork Campground in Weber County, Utah, on Saturday, June 20, growing to 334 acres and was 10% contained as of Sunday morning. No evacuations were ordered, and no structures were threatened.

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UK: Britain First March Met With Mass Counter-Protest in Birmingham

Hundreds of people gathered in Birmingham city center on Saturday, June 20, as supporters of far-right group Britain First held a march and a larger crowd assembled nearby in counter-protest. West Midlands Police arrested four people, three women and one man, on suspicion of assaulting an officer, criminal damage, and obstructing police.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Argentina's Lionel Messi (C) scores his second goal of a World Cup Group J football match against Austria in second-half injury time at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on June 22, 2026.

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World Cup 2026 – Canada: Egypt Fans Gather in Vancouver Ahead of Match Against New Zealand

Egypt secured their first-ever FIFA World Cup victory on Sunday, June 21, defeating New Zealand 3-1 in Vancouver. Enthusiastic supporters gathered in large numbers ahead of the match, showing unmatched passion and energy in support of their national team.

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Philippines: Sudden Storm Batters Malabon, Causing Structural Damage

Strong winds and heavy rain struck Malabon City in the Philippines on Sunday evening, June 21, damaging a roll-up door at a mall's loading bay when a sudden storm hit the area. The state weather bureau issued a Thunderstorm Advisory, confirming heavy to intense rainshowers with lightning and strong winds over Metro Manila, with warnings of possible flash floods and landslides.

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Philippines: Sudden Storm Batters Malabon, Causing Structural Damage 2

Strong winds and heavy rain struck Malabon City in the Philippines on Sunday evening, June 21, damaging a roll-up door at a mall's loading bay when a sudden storm hit the area. The state weather bureau issued a Thunderstorm Advisory, confirming heavy to intense rainshowers with lightning and strong winds over Metro Manila, with warnings of possible flash floods and landslides.

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US: Emergency Declared as Boyle Heights Fire Continues to Burn in Los Angeles 4

A fire at a cold storage warehouse in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles continued to burn as of Monday, June 21. California Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass each issued a Declaration of Emergency to support the ongoing firefight. Los Angeles County public health officials and the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) also issued a particle pollution advisory.

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Spain: Wildfire Breaks Out Along Segura River in Murcia, Forcing Evacuations

A wildfire broke out Saturday afternoon in Murcia, Spain, near the banks of the Segura River, forcing the evacuation of nearby homes and prompting a major emergency response. A large column of black smoke visible across the city.

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US: Bonneville Fire Threatens University of Utah Area in Salt Lake City 2

The Bonneville Fire broke out Saturday, June 20, above the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, growing to 495 acres by Sunday with 5% containment.

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Italy: Fire Breaks Out on Exterior of Naples Hospital, Prompting Evacuations

A fire broke out on the exterior facade of the Ospedale del Mare hospital in the Ponticelli district of Naples, Italy, sending a thick column of black smoke visible from a distance. Several wards were evacuated as a precaution though the flames did not reach the hospital's interior.

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Kazakhstan: Hurricane-Force Winds Tear Through Aktobe, Leaving Trail of Destruction 2

A powerful storm swept through Aktobe, Kazakhstan on Saturday, June 21, with wind gusts reaching 30 meters per second, uprooting trees, tearing off rooftops, and damaging advertising structures across the city.

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World Cup 2026 – Japan: Shibuya Scramble Crossing Packed With Fans After 4-0 Victory Over Tunisia 2

Crowds of supporters flooded Tokyo's Shibuya Scramble Crossing on Sunday, June 21, celebrating Japan's 4-0 FIFA World Cup Group Stage victory over Tunisia.

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Nikkei rises above 72,000 for 1st time

Nikkei rises above 72,000 for 1st time

A financial monitor in Tokyo shows the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average closing above 72,000 for the first time on June 22, 2026.

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Nikkei rises above 72,000 for 1st time

Nikkei rises above 72,000 for 1st time

A financial monitor in Tokyo shows the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average closing above 72,000 for the first time on June 22, 2026.

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Nikkei rises above 72,000 for 1st time

Nikkei rises above 72,000 for 1st time

A financial monitor in Tokyo shows the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average closing above 72,000 for the first time on June 22, 2026.

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Canada: Strong Winds and Hail Lash Calgary as Severe Thunderstorms Hit Alberta

Severe thunderstorms brought strong winds, hail, and heavy rain to Calgary, Alberta on Saturday, June 20.

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China: Severe Hailstorm Cracks Car Window on Zhangjiakou Expressway

On June 16, 2026, on the G6 Jingzang Expressway in Zhangjiakou, Hebei, a driver filmed a severe hailstorm from inside a vehicle as large hailstones struck the side window, sending multiple cracks spreading across the glass and blanketing the road in a thick layer of ice.

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China: Tourists Rescue Elderly Couple From Overturned Car in Tibet

On May 31, 2026, at a viewing platform along the Nujiang Grand Canyon in Baxu County, Chamdo, Tibet, passing tourists stopped to rescue a 70-year-old couple whose car had overturned during a self-driving trip. It took about 20 minutes to free the couple from the vehicle, who were then taken to hospital for treatment.

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World Cup 2026 – Japan: Shibuya Scramble Crossing Packed With Fans After 4-0 Victory Over Tunisia

Crowds of supporters flooded Tokyo's Shibuya Scramble Crossing on Sunday, June 21, celebrating Japan's 4-0 FIFA World Cup Group Stage victory over Tunisia.

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US: Bonneville Fire Threatens University of Utah Area in Salt Lake City

The Bonneville Fire broke out Saturday, June 20, above the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, growing to 495 acres by Sunday with 5% containment.

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Kazakhstan: Hurricane-Force Winds Tear Through Aktobe, Leaving Trail of Destruction

A powerful storm swept through Aktobe, Kazakhstan on Saturday, June 21, with wind gusts reaching 30 meters per second, uprooting trees, tearing off rooftops, and damaging advertising structures across the city.

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US: Deer Canyon Fire Threatens Structures and Prompts Evacuations in New Mexico

The Deer Canyon Fire broke out Saturday afternoon, June 20, in a subdivision south of Mountainair in Torrance County, New Mexico, threatening structures and prompting evacuations. The blaze grew to an estimated 117 acres with zero percent containment as of Sunday.

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US: Emergency Declared as Boyle Heights Fire Continues to Burn in Los Angeles 3

A fire at a cold storage warehouse in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles continued to burn as of Sunday, June 21. California Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass each issued a Declaration of Emergency to support the ongoing firefight.

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World Cup 2026 – US: Iran’s National Anthem Booed at Los Angeles Stadium Ahead of Belgium Match

The Iranian national anthem was loudly booed by fans at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Sunday, June 21, as Iran faced Belgium in its second FIFA World Cup Group G match.

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US: Woman Killed, Dozens Injured in Semi-Truck Crash on 210 Freeway in California

A semi-truck crashed through the center divider on the 210 Freeway in Irwindale, California, on Saturday, June 20, killing one woman and injuring at least 32 others. All westbound lanes and three eastbound lanes were closed for several hours before reopening.

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Nikkei rises above 72,000 for 1st time

Nikkei rises above 72,000 for 1st time

A financial monitor in central Tokyo shows the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average trading above 72,000 for the first time during morning trading on June 22, 2026.

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Nikkei rises above 72,000 for 1st time

Nikkei rises above 72,000 for 1st time

A financial monitor in central Tokyo shows the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average trading above 72,000 for the first time during morning trading on June 22, 2026.

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US: Wildfire Breaks Out Near Middle Fork Campground in Utah’s Weber County

The Middle Fork Fire broke out near Middle Fork Campground in Weber County, Utah, on Saturday, June 20, growing to 334 acres and was 10% contained as of Sunday morning. No evacuations were ordered, and no structures were threatened.

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US: Swarm of Mayflies Descends on Cedar Point Amusement Park in Ohio

A swarm of mayflies descended on Cedar Point amusement park in Sandusky, Ohio, on Saturday, June 20, as the annual hatch season peaked along the shores of Lake Erie.

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US: Emergency Declared as Boyle Heights Fire Continues to Burn in Los Angeles 2

A fire at a cold storage warehouse in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles continued to burn as of Sunday, June 21. California Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass each issued a Declaration of Emergency to support the ongoing firefight.

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US: Emergency Declared as Boyle Heights Fire Continues to Burn in Los Angeles

A fire at a cold storage warehouse in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles continued to burn as of Sunday, June 21. California Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass each issued a Declaration of Emergency to support the ongoing firefight.

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US: Fireworks Stand Catches Fire in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma

A fireworks stand caught fire in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma on Saturday, June 20, causing explosions and forcing a nearby road closure. No injuries were reported.

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US: Strong Storms Bring Rain and Damaging Winds to Kansas

Strong storms moved through Kansas on Saturday night into Sunday, bringing heavy rain and damaging winds. Downed trees and power lines were reported in northwest Kansas.

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France: Violent Storms Bring Golf Ball-Sized Hail to Normandy Departments

Violent storms swept through the Eure and Seine-Maritime departments of northern France on Friday, June 19, bringing lightning, torrential rain, strong gusts, and hail. Golf ball-sized hailstones — approximately 5 centimeters in diameter or larger — pelted several municipalities across both departments, causing damage.

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World Cup 2026 – US: New Yorkers Gather Outside Pizzeria to Watch Match

New Yorkers gathered outside Little Italy Pizza in Manhattan, New York, on Thursday night to watch a FIFA World Cup 2026 match.

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US: Large Fire Engulfs Cold Storage Facility in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles 4

A large fire broke out Wednesday afternoon, June 17 at a cold storage facility in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles, rapidly spreading to rooftop solar panels. A shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area due to hazardous materials.

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World Cup 2026 – US: Fans Sing “Country Roads” in Seattle After Team’s Win Over Australia

The U.S. Men’s National Team defeated Australia 2-0 in a FIFA World Cup 2026 Group D match at Seattle Stadium (Lumen Field) in Washington on Friday, June 19. Around 60,000 fans celebrated the victory by singing "Take Me Home, Country Roads" after the final whistle.

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World Cup 2026 – Canada: Thousands of Fans Pack Downtown Vancouver Ahead of Qatar Game 3

Thousands of Team Canada fans gathered in downtown Vancouver on Thursday, June 18, ahead of the team's World Cup group stage match against Qatar at BC Place.

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Mexico: One Dead as Powerful Storm With Hail and High Winds Strikes Monterrey, Nuevo León

A powerful storm with strong winds and hail struck the Monterrey metropolitan area in Mexico's Nuevo León state on Friday, June 19, causing flooding and widespread disruptions. One woman was killed in San Nicolás when a billboard collapsed due to the high winds. At the FIFA World Cup Fan Fest at Parque Fundidora, security personnel temporarily restricted the departure of attendees to avoid incidents while the storm continued.

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World Cup 2026 – US: Mexico’s Win Over South Korea Sparks Street Celebrations in L.A.

Mexico secured its place in the World Cup knockout stage with a 1-0 victory over South Korea in Guadalajara on Thursday, June 18, sparking large celebrations at watch parties in Los Angeles' Koreatown. While most fans celebrated peacefully, one man was shot in the leg near a watch party on Irolo Street, and the Los Angeles Police Department issued a citywide tactical alert as crowds filled the streets.

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Mexico: One Dead as Powerful Storm With Hail and High Winds Strikes Monterrey, Nuevo León 2

A powerful storm with strong winds and hail struck the Monterrey metropolitan area in Mexico's Nuevo León state on Friday, June 19, causing flooding and widespread disruptions. One woman was killed in San Nicolás when a billboard collapsed due to the high winds. At the FIFA World Cup Fan Fest at Parque Fundidora, security personnel temporarily restricted the departure of attendees to avoid incidents while the storm continued.

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US: Severe Hail Pounds Twin Cities as Thunderstorms Roll Across Minnesota

Severe thunderstorms with intense hail rolled across the Twin Cities area on Friday, June 19.

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World Cup 2026 – US: Scotland Fans March Through Providence Ahead of Morocco Match

A sea of Scottish soccer fans, known as the Tartan Army, filled the streets of Providence, Rhode Island, on Thursday, June 18, ahead of Scotland's game against Morocco the following day.

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[Breaking News]Nikkei rises above 70,000 for 1st time

TOKYO, Japan, June 16 Kyodo - A financial data monitor at a brokerage company in Tokyo shows the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average rising above 70,000 for the first time on June 16, 2026. (Kyodo)

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Tokyo stocks soar

Tokyo stocks soar

A monitor at a foreign exchange trading company in Tokyo shows the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average soaring over 800 points from the previous day's close on the morning trading of June 19, 2026. Nikkei finished the day at an all-time closing high of 71,250.06.

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US: Warehouse Fire Prompts Evacuations in Monrovia After Blaze Breaks Out

A fire broke out at a women's apparel warehouse on the 100 block of East Chestnut Avenue in Monrovia on Thursday evening, June 18, prompting evacuations of the nearby area. No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is under investigation.

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