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Indonesia: At Least 14 Killed and Over 80 Injured in Train Collision Near Jakarta

At least 14 people were killed and more than 80 injured after two trains collided at Bekasi Timur Station near Jakarta, Indonesia, late Monday night. A stationary commuter train was struck from behind by a long-distance train running on the same track.

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Ritual at Ise Jingu shrine

ISE, Japan, April 21 Kyodo - Priests conduct a ritual to pray for the safety of construction at Ise Jingu shrine in Ise, Mie Prefecture, on April 21, 2026, ahead of the start of the "Shikinen Sengu" shrine hall reconstruction every 20 years at the Shinto shrine in the central Japan city. The 63rd "Shikinen Sengu," with a history of about 1,300 years, will culminate in 2033 when an object believed to contain the spirit of the shrine's deity will be transferred to the shrine's newly reconstructed main hall. (Kyodo)

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US: Lightning Flashes Over Enid as Tornado-Producing Storms Sweep Through Oklahoma 3

Multiple tornadoes were confirmed in Oklahoma on Thursday, April 23, after a stretch of severe storms tore across the northern region, leaving a path of damaged homes and downed power lines. This footage shows intense lightning flashing over Enid amid the tornado-producing storms, seen from near Orlando, Oklahoma.

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Japan: Wildfires Rage in Iwate, Displacing 2,000 Residents and Destroying Homes

Two wildfires broke out simultaneously in forested areas of Otsuchi, Iwate Prefecture, in northern Japan on the afternoon of April 22, local authorities confirmed. According to town officials, the blazes have scorched more than 200 hectares of land, with at least seven structures — including residential homes — reported destroyed. In response, authorities issued evacuation orders for approximately 2,000 residents as firefighting efforts continue.

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Hailstorm Disrupts Traffic and Blankets Streets in Ribes de Freser, Catalonia 4

A powerful hailstorm struck Ribes de Freser, in the Ripollès region of Catalonia, on Tuesday, April 21, blanketing streets with hailstones and disrupting traffic. The local municipality urged residents to avoid unnecessary travel and deployed crews to clear the hail.

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Hailstorm Disrupts Traffic and Blankets Streets in Ribes de Freser, Catalonia 5

A powerful hailstorm struck Ribes de Freser, in the Ripollès region of Catalonia, on Tuesday, April 21, blanketing streets with hailstones and disrupting traffic. The local municipality urged residents to avoid unnecessary travel and deployed crews to clear the hail.

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Japan: Volcanic Ash Blankets Kagoshima After Sakurajima Eruption Sends Plume 2,400 Meters High 2

Sakurajima volcano erupted on Tuesday, April 21 at around 10 a.m., sending a plume of smoke 2,400 meters above the crater. The volume of the eruption plume was described as slightly large. The April 21 eruption was the eighth explosion recorded at Sakurajima since the first of the year was observed on April 11. By the morning of April 22, volcanic ash had accumulated on car hoods and road surfaces in Kagoshima City. The city deployed water-spraying trucks to clean the ash from the streets.

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Japan: Volcanic Ash Blankets Kagoshima After Sakurajima Eruption Sends Plume 2,400 Meters High

Sakurajima volcano erupted on Tuesday, April 21 at around 10 a.m., sending a plume of smoke 2,400 meters above the crater. The volume of the eruption plume was described as slightly large. The April 21 eruption was the eighth explosion recorded at Sakurajima since the first of the year was observed on April 11. By the morning of April 22, volcanic ash had accumulated on car hoods and road surfaces in Kagoshima City. The city deployed water-spraying trucks to clean the ash from the streets.

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US: Scattered Thunderstorms Bring Heavy Rain to San Francisco Bay Area

A storm system brought isolated heavy rainfall and scattered thunderstorms to the San Francisco Bay Area on Tuesday, April 21.

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Powerful earthquake hits northeastern Japan

An electronic bulletin board in Rikuzentakata, Iwate Prefecture shows on April 21, 2026, that the weather agency's "Off the Coast of Hokkaido and Sanriku Subsequent Earthquake Advisory" is in place, alerting people about the increased risk of another strong earthquake following a powerful one that hit northeastern and northern Japan the previous day.

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Ritual at Ise Jingu shrine

Priests conduct a ritual to pray for the safety of construction at Ise Jingu shrine in Ise, Mie Prefecture, on April 21, 2026, ahead of the start of the "Shikinen Sengu" shrine hall reconstruction every 20 years at the Shinto shrine in the central Japan city. The 63rd "Shikinen Sengu," with a history of about 1,300 years, will culminate in 2033 when an object believed to contain the spirit of the shrine's deity will be transferred to the shrine's newly reconstructed main hall.

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Ritual at Ise Jingu shrine

Priests conduct a ritual to pray for the safety of construction at Ise Jingu shrine in Ise, Mie Prefecture, on April 21, 2026, ahead of the start of the "Shikinen Sengu" shrine hall reconstruction every 20 years at the Shinto shrine in the central Japan city. The 63rd "Shikinen Sengu," with a history of about 1,300 years, will culminate in 2033 when an object believed to contain the spirit of the shrine's deity will be transferred to the shrine's newly reconstructed main hall.

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Ritual at Ise Jingu shrine

Priests conduct a ritual to pray for the safety of construction at Ise Jingu shrine in Ise, Mie Prefecture, on April 21, 2026, ahead of the start of the "Shikinen Sengu" shrine hall reconstruction every 20 years at the Shinto shrine in the central Japan city. The 63rd "Shikinen Sengu," with a history of about 1,300 years, will culminate in 2033 when an object believed to contain the spirit of the shrine's deity will be transferred to the shrine's newly reconstructed main hall.

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Ritual at Ise Jingu shrine

Priests conduct a ritual to pray for the safety of construction at Ise Jingu shrine in Ise, Mie Prefecture, on April 21, 2026, ahead of the start of the "Shikinen Sengu" shrine hall reconstruction every 20 years at the Shinto shrine in the central Japan city. The 63rd "Shikinen Sengu," with a history of about 1,300 years, will culminate in 2033 when an object believed to contain the spirit of the shrine's deity will be transferred to the shrine's newly reconstructed main hall.

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RECAP: Tornadoes, Flooding, and Large Hail Batter Midwest in Multi-Day Outbreak

A powerful severe weather system swept through the U.S. Midwest and Great Lakes region on April 14–15, bringing tornadoes, giant hail, damaging winds, and widespread flooding to multiple states. Michigan was among the hardest hit, with the Ann Arbor area reporting building collapses, downed power lines, and thousands of customers without electricity. In Milwaukee, heavy rains on Wednesday evening prompted the closure of Interstate 43 and left streets impassable across the city. At American Family Field, rain leaked through the retractable roof during the Milwaukee Brewers game against the Toronto Blue Jays.

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US: Severe Flooding Hits Milwaukee, Forcing Freeway Closures and Stranding Vehicles

Severe storms brought heavy flooding to Milwaukee on Wednesday night, April 15, forcing freeway closures and leaving vehicles stranded in rising water. Authorities urged residents to stay off the roads. The flooding was part of a week-long severe weather outbreak, including tornadoes and hail, stretching from Texas to the Great Lakes.

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Japan: Sea Sparkle Lights Up Ocean Surface in Blue, Signaling the Arrival of Spring

Noctiluca scintillans, known as sea sparkle, a type of bioluminescent plankton, lit up the ocean surface with a vivid blue glow, signaling the arrival of spring. This video was filmed on Sunday, April 5 at Suma Beach in Kobe.

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Japan: Man Arrested After Setting Fire at Iconic Shibuya Scramble Crossing

A man in his 50s scattered a flammable liquid and set it on fire at the iconic Shibuya Scramble Crossing on Friday, April 3. He turned himself in at a nearby police station about 20 minutes later, and was arrested on suspicion of obstructing traffic. The fire was put out by police officers and no one was hurt.

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US: Severe Storms Batter Western New York, Triggering Flooding and Road Closures 2

Severe thunderstorms swept through Western New York on Tuesday, March 31, bringing heavy rain, hail, lightning, and strong winds. The storms caused widespread flooding, power outages, and road closures across the region. A tornado warning was issued for parts of the area.

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Brazil: Floods and Landslides Devastate Minas Gerais 6

Heavy rain has hit Juiz de Fora in southeastern Brazil, causing floods, building collapses, and river overflows. In the state of Minas Gerais, where Juiz de Fora is located, heavy rain has persisted since Monday, February 23, triggering floods and landslides. So far, at least 40 people have died, 27 are missing, and about 3,600 have been forced to evacuate. This video shows a flooded parking garage in the São Mateus neighborhood of Juiz de Fora.

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USS Gerald R. Ford Transit Strait of Gibraltar En Route to Israel

The USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN-78), the world’s largest aircraft carrier, is expected to dock in Haifa on Monday, February 23, as part of a surge in U.S. reinforcements to the Middle East. Carrier Strike Group 12 entered the Mediterranean after transiting the Strait of Gibraltar on Friday, February 20, as Washington ramps up its regional presence amid escalating tensions with Iran.

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US: Avalanches Hit Big Cottonwood Canyon, Utah, Injure Skiers and Close State Road

A backcountry avalanche struck Big Cottonwood Canyon on Saturday morning, February 21, prompting a search and rescue response and the closure of State Route 190, causing major traffic disruptions. Two skiers were buried in a separate slide the same day and suffered critical and serious injuries, while another avalanche later injured one person. After heavy snowfall created unstable snowpack, more than 50 avalanches have been reported across northern Utah in 48 hours, and officials warn of extremely dangerous conditions.

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Japan: Heavy Snow Paralyzes Aomori as Record Accumulation Piles Up

A series of strong cold air masses brought heavy snowfall to northern Japan from January 21 through February 2. According to authorities, a total of 30 people have died across the region since January 20 due to snow-related incidents. In Aomori City, numerous vehicles were left stranded by the snow, causing traffic congestion in many areas. Snow accumulation reached 178 centimeters on February 2—about 2.6 times the seasonal average—prompting the closure of all public elementary and junior high schools in the city.

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US: Dozens of Anti-ICE Protesters Detained After Noise Protest in Maple Grove, MN

Dozens of anti-ICE demonstrators were detained on Monday, January 26, after gathering outside a hotel in Maple Grove, Minnesota, for a "noise protest." The protesters targeted the location believing a Border Patrol commander was staying there.

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Italy: Storm Harry Brings Flooding and Massive Waves to Sicily 2

Severe weather battered southern Italy from January 18, 2026, as Storm Harry swept through the central Mediterranean, hitting Calabria, Sicily, and Sardinia with violent winds, torrential rain, and massive waves. Authorities issued red alerts, evacuated nearly 200 people across Sicily, and deployed thousands of emergency workers as coastal flooding, transport disruptions, and storm surges caused widespread damage, while officials warned that conditions remained critical.

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RECAP: Strongest Solar Storm in Over 20 Years Triggers Widespread Auroras

A powerful geomagnetic storm triggered by one of the strongest solar eruptions in more than 20 years lit up skies across large parts of Europe and North America on Monday, January 19 and Tuesday, January 20. The rare event allowed the northern lights to be seen far south of their usual range, including in parts of the United States, the UK, Germany, and Switzerland, according to NOAA.

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US: Snow Blankets Parts of Kentucky 2

Parts of Kentucky saw snowfall on Wednesday, January 21.

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Chile: 19 Dead, Over 50,000 Evacuated as Wildfires Threaten Concepción

On Sunday, January 18, Chilean President Gabriel Boric declared a state of catastrophe across two regions as deadly wildfires claimed at least 19 lives. More than 50,000 people have been evacuated from the Ñuble and Biobío regions. President Boric warned that the death toll is expected to rise as search teams reach devastated areas. Blistering heat and strong winds have severely hampered firefighting efforts, with temperatures soaring to 100°F (38°C) on Sunday, January 18.

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Deadly Train Collision In Southern Spain

People watch a televised news report on high-speed train derailment, at a restaurant in Madrid, Spain, on January 19, 2026. At least 21 people were confirmed dead, and 25 others were seriously injured after two high-speed trains derailed and collided near the city of Cordoba in southern Spain on Sunday, according to authorities. In addition, around a hundred passengers reportedly suffered minor injuries. The accident occurred at around 19:45 local time 1845 GMT) when a train carrying 317 passengers on the Malaga-Madrid route went off the rails for reasons still unknown near Amaduz, about 20 km from Cordoba, Spanish authorities said. The derailed train struck another high-speed train travelling on an adjacent track from Madrid to Huelva, causing the second train to also leave the rails. Photo by Gustavo Valiente/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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UK: Police Clash With Protesters at Iranian Embassy in London After Flag Removal 2

Police violently clashed with demonstrators outside the Iranian Embassy in London on Friday, January 16, after an activist scaled the building to remove the Islamic Republic's flag, leaving several officers injured. Authorities arrested a dozen of people for violent disorder and trespass.

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UK: Police Clash With Protesters at Iranian Embassy in London After Flag Removal

Police violently clashed with demonstrators outside the Iranian Embassy in London on Friday, January 16, after an activist scaled the building to remove the Islamic Republic's flag, leaving several officers injured. Authorities arrested a dozen of people for violent disorder and trespass.

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US: Two Killed, Six Injured in Shooting Outside LDS Church in Salt Lake City

Two people were killed and six others injured when a shooting broke out during a dispute in the parking lot of a meetinghouse of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints outside a funeral in Salt Lake City’s Rose Park neighborhood on Wednesday evening, January 7.

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World's Longest Expressway Tunnel - Urumqi

This photo taken on December 21, 2025 shows a view of the Tianshan Shengli Tunnel on Urumqi-Yuli Expressway in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. The Tianshan Shengli Tunnel, the world's longest expressway tunnel, and the Urumqi-Yuli Expressway that traverses the Tianshan Mountains via the tunnel, will be open to traffic by the end of this year, enabling a new shortcut linking southern and northern parts of Xinjiang. The 22.13-kilometer tunnel will reduce the time it takes to drive across the middle section of the Tianshan Mountains from several hours to about 20 minutes. Once operational, the travel time from the regional capital of Urumqi, north of the Tianshan Mountains, to Korla, south of the Tianshan Mountains, will be shortened from seven hours to about three hours. Photo by Hu Huhu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Power Outage Reported - San Francisco

Residents affected by the power outage are pictured at a community resource center in San Francisco, California, the United States on Dec 21, 2025. A large-scale power outage struck San Francisco on Saturday, affecting about 130,000 households and businesses, or roughly one-third of all customers served by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) in the city. Photo by Ziyu Julian Zhu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Power Outage Reported - San Francisco

This photo taken on Dec. 21, 2025 shows a neighborhood affected by the power outage in San Francisco, California, the United States. A large-scale power outage struck San Francisco on Saturday, affecting about 130,000 households and businesses, or roughly one-third of all customers served by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) in the city. Photo by Ziyu Julian Zhu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Power Outage Reported - San Francisco

Residents affected by the power outage are pictured at a community resource center in San Francisco, California, the United States on Dec 21, 2025. A large-scale power outage struck San Francisco on Saturday, affecting about 130,000 households and businesses, or roughly one-third of all customers served by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) in the city. Photo by Ziyu Julian Zhu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Power Outage Reported - San Francisco

This photo taken on Dec. 21, 2025 shows a neighborhood affected by the power outage in San Francisco, California, the United States. A large-scale power outage struck San Francisco on Saturday, affecting about 130,000 households and businesses, or roughly one-third of all customers served by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) in the city. Photo by Ziyu Julian Zhu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Power Outage Reported - San Francisco

Residents affected by the power outage are pictured at a community resource center in San Francisco, California, the United States on Dec 21, 2025. A large-scale power outage struck San Francisco on Saturday, affecting about 130,000 households and businesses, or roughly one-third of all customers served by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) in the city. Photo by Ziyu Julian Zhu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Power Outage Reported - San Francisco

People get supplies from a community resource center for residents affected by the power outage in San Francisco, California, the United States on Dec 21, 2025. A large-scale power outage struck San Francisco on Saturday, affecting about 130,000 households and businesses, or roughly one-third of all customers served by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) in the city. Photo by Ziyu Julian Zhu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Power Outage Reported - San Francisco

This photo taken on Dec. 21, 2025 shows a neighborhood affected by the power outage in San Francisco, California, the United States. A large-scale power outage struck San Francisco on Saturday, affecting about 130,000 households and businesses, or roughly one-third of all customers served by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) in the city. Photo by Ziyu Julian Zhu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Power Outage Reported - San Francisco

Residents affected by the power outage are pictured at a community resource center in San Francisco, California, the United States on Dec 21, 2025. A large-scale power outage struck San Francisco on Saturday, affecting about 130,000 households and businesses, or roughly one-third of all customers served by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) in the city. Photo by Ziyu Julian Zhu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Massive Power Outage Creates Chaos In San Francisco - USA

Residents affected by the power outage wait in line to get supplies in San Francisco, California, the United States, on December 21, 2025. A large-scale power outage struck San Francisco on Saturday, affecting about 130,000 households and businesses, or roughly one-third of all customers served by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) in the city. Photo by Ziyu Julian Zhu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Massive Power Outage Creates Chaos In San Francisco - USA

Staff members restore traffic lights at an intersection affected by the power outage in San Francisco, California, the United States, on December 21, 2025. A large-scale power outage struck San Francisco on Saturday, affecting about 130,000 households and businesses, or roughly one-third of all customers served by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) in the city. Photo by Ziyu Julian Zhu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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South Africa: Heavy Rain Batters KwaZulu-Natal South Coast

Intense rainfall swept through the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast on Sunday afternoon, December 21, affecting areas including Margate and surrounding coastal towns.

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