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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 3

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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[Breaking News]Rite at Ise Jingu shrine in Mie Pref.

ISE, Japan, April 13 Kyodo - Citizens transport a tree on the Isuzu River in Ise, Mie Prefecture, on April 12, 2026, as part of rites for the "Shikinen Sengu" Ise Jingu shrine building reconstruction every 20 years at the Shinto shrine in the central Japan city. Over 30 rites are planned for the 63rd "Shikinen Sengu," with a history of about 1,300 years. It culminates 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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Rite at Ise Jingu shrine in Mie Pref.

Citizens transport a tree on the Isuzu River in Ise, Mie Prefecture, on April 12, 2026, as part of rites for the "Shikinen Sengu" Ise Jingu shrine building reconstruction every 20 years at the Shinto shrine in the central Japan city. Over 30 rites are planned for the 63rd "Shikinen Sengu," with a history of about 1,300 years. It culminates 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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Rite at Ise Jingu shrine in Mie Pref.

Citizens transport a tree on the Isuzu River in Ise, Mie Prefecture, on April 12, 2026, as part of rites for the "Shikinen Sengu" Ise Jingu shrine building reconstruction every 20 years at the Shinto shrine in the central Japan city. Over 30 rites are planned for the 63rd "Shikinen Sengu," with a history of about 1,300 years. It culminates 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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Rite at Ise Jingu shrine in Mie Pref.

Citizens transport a tree on the Isuzu River in Ise, Mie Prefecture, on April 12, 2026, as part of rites for the "Shikinen Sengu" Ise Jingu shrine building reconstruction every 20 years at the Shinto shrine in the central Japan city. Over 30 rites are planned for the 63rd "Shikinen Sengu," with a history of about 1,300 years. It culminates 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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Rite at Ise Jingu shrine in Mie Pref.

Citizens transport a tree on the Isuzu River in Ise, Mie Prefecture, on April 12, 2026, as part of rites for the "Shikinen Sengu" Ise Jingu shrine building reconstruction every 20 years at the Shinto shrine in the central Japan city. Over 30 rites are planned for the 63rd "Shikinen Sengu," with a history of about 1,300 years. It culminates 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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Rite at Ise Jingu shrine in Mie Pref.

Citizens transport a tree on the Isuzu River in Ise, Mie Prefecture, on April 12, 2026, as part of rites for the "Shikinen Sengu" Ise Jingu shrine building reconstruction every 20 years at the Shinto shrine in the central Japan city. Over 30 rites are planned for the 63rd "Shikinen Sengu," with a history of about 1,300 years. It culminates 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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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.

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US: SpaceX Falcon 9 Lifts Off, Delivering 25 Starlink Satellites Into Orbit

SpaceX successfully launched a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Monday, April 6, just before 8 p.m., after an earlier attempt on Sunday was scrubbed seconds before liftoff due to upper-level winds. The mission delivered 25 Starlink satellites into low-earth orbit.

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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: Thousands Evacuated in Oahu as Another Kona Low Triggers Catastrophic Flooding 2

Thousands of residents near a dam in the northern part of Oahu were ordered to evacuate on Friday, March 20, as another Kona Low storm triggered catastrophic flooding in the area, with officials warning that the 120-year-old Wahiawa Dam was at risk of imminent failure.

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US: Thousands Evacuated in Oahu as Another Kona Low Triggers Catastrophic Flooding 3

Thousands of residents near a dam in the northern part of Oahu were ordered to evacuate on Friday, March 20, as another Kona Low storm triggered catastrophic flooding in the area, with officials warning that the 120-year-old Wahiawa Dam was at risk of imminent failure.

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4 unconscious after vessels collide off northeastern Japan

An ambulance arrives at a port in Hachinohe in Aomori Prefecture on March 17, 2026, after a fishing vessel with 13 aboard capsized following a collision with a cargo ship about 20 kilometers off the northeastern Japan prefecture. All 13 were rescued, with four left unconscious.

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Chile: Massive Fire at Puente Alto Paper Mill Prompts Evacuation Order

A massive structural fire broke out at a paper mill in Puente Alto on Tuesday, March 3, prompting SENAPRED to activate the SAE emergency alert system and order the evacuation of nearby residents. The blaze sent a large plume of smoke visible across Santiago, leading health authorities to issue warnings as multiple fire departments worked to contain the flames.

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Tokyo SkyTree elevator halt

Photo shows Tokyo Skytree tower in the Japanese capital on the night of Feb. 22, 2026, after 20 visitors were trapped in an elevator that stopped about 30 meters above street level while descending from the 350-meter-high observation deck. The visitors were rescued after more than five hours, and no one was injured.

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Tokyo SkyTree elevator halt

An emergency vehicle is seen in front of Tokyo SkyTree tower in the Japanese capital on the night of Feb. 22, 2026, after 20 visitors were trapped in an elevator that stopped about 30 meters above street level while descending from the 350-meter-high observation deck. The visitors were rescued after more than five hours, and no one was injured.

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Tokyo SkyTree elevator halt

Photo shows Tokyo Skytree tower in the Japanese capital on the night of Feb. 22, 2026, after 20 visitors were trapped in an elevator that stopped about 30 meters above street level while descending from the 350-meter-high observation deck. The visitors were rescued after more than five hours, and no one was injured.

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Tokyo SkyTree elevator halt

Emergency vehicles are seen in front of Tokyo SkyTree tower in the Japanese capital on the night of Feb. 22, 2026, after 20 visitors were trapped in an elevator that stopped about 30 meters above street level while descending from the 350-meter-high observation deck. The visitors were rescued after more than five hours, and no one was injured.

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Poland: Solidarity Rally Held in Warsaw on Fourth Anniversary of Ukraine Invasion

Crowds gathered in Warsaw’s Castle Square to mark the four-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Protesters waved Ukrainian flags and held signs with messages. According to the filmer, in this video, a Polish band can be heard singing in Ukrainian.

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Brazil: Protest at Cargill Office in São Paulo Over Amazon Waterway Decree

Activists staged a protest outside Cargill offices in São Paulo on Friday, February 20, calling on President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to revoke a decree prioritizing Amazon river shipping development.

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China: Firework Displays Light Up Harbin Skies to Celebrate Lunar New Year

Fireworks illuminated the night sky over Harbin as crowds celebrated the start of the 2026 Lunar New Year with cheers and festive excitement. This video was taken at Harbin Ice and Snow World Festival.

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Spain: Supermarket Shelves Appear to Empty as Storm Leonardo Looms

As Spain braces for Storm Leonardo, videos posted on social media show some products such as water and toilet paper running out at supermarkets.

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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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Spain: Flooding Hits Girona After Torrential Rain 2

Severe storms in northeastern Spain caused widespread flooding across the Girona region after two days of torrential rain, with rivers overflowing and roads closed. Firefighters recovered the body of a man believed to be a local resident whose car was swept away by floodwaters during Storm Harry, as authorities urged residents to avoid travel and remain at home.

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Spain: Flooding Hits Girona After Torrential Rain

Severe storms in northeastern Spain caused widespread flooding across the Girona region after two days of torrential rain, with rivers overflowing and roads closed. Firefighters recovered the body of a man believed to be a local resident whose car was swept away by floodwaters during Storm Harry, as authorities urged residents to avoid travel and remain at home.

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Japan: Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Affect Northern Regions 3

Snowfall and strong winds affected parts of Hokkaido and the Tohoku region on Tuesday, January 20, as a low-pressure system moved across northern Japan. Snow accumulated rapidly in some areas, while gusty winds led to reduced visibility and difficult travel conditions, particularly along the Sea of Japan coast.

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US President Trump speaks on to reporters ahead of trip to Davos

US President Donald Trump holds a press briefing with reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2026. Trump spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration’s accomplishments in the last year.

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US President Trump speaks on to reporters ahead of trip to Davos

US President Donald Trump holds a press briefing with reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2026. Trump spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration’s accomplishments in the last year.

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US President Trump speaks on to reporters ahead of trip to Davos

US President Donald Trump departs a press briefing with reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2026. Trump spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration’s accomplishments in the last year.

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US President Trump speaks on to reporters ahead of trip to Davos

Reporters shout questions at US President Donald Trump during a press briefing at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2026. Trump spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration’s accomplishments in the last year.

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US President Trump speaks on to reporters ahead of trip to Davos

US President Donald Trump holds a press briefing with reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2026. Trump spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration’s accomplishments in the last year.

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US President Trump speaks on to reporters ahead of trip to Davos

US President Donald Trump holds a press briefing with reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2026. Trump spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration’s accomplishments in the last year.

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US President Trump speaks on to reporters ahead of trip to Davos

US President Donald Trump holds a press briefing with reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2026. Trump spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration’s accomplishments in the last year.

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US President Trump speaks on to reporters ahead of trip to Davos

US President Donald Trump holds a press briefing with reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2026. Trump spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration’s accomplishments in the last year.

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US President Trump speaks on to reporters ahead of trip to Davos

US President Donald Trump holds a press briefing with reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2025. Trump spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration’s accomplishments in the last year.

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US President Trump speaks on to reporters ahead of trip to Davos

US President Donald Trump holds a press briefing with reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2025. Trump spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration’s accomplishments in the last year.

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US President Trump speaks on to reporters ahead of trip to Davos

US President Donald Trump holds a press briefing with reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2025. Trump spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration’s accomplishments in the last year.

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US President Trump speaks on to reporters ahead of trip to Davos

US President Donald Trump holds a press briefing with reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2025. Trump spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration’s accomplishments in the last year.

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US President Trump speaks on to reporters ahead of trip to Davos

US President Donald Trump holds a press briefing with reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2025. Trump spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration’s accomplishments in the last year.

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US President Trump speaks on to reporters ahead of trip to Davos

US President Donald Trump (L) holds a press briefing with reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2025. Trump spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration’s accomplishments in the last year.

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US President Trump speaks on to reporters ahead of trip to Davos

US President Donald Trump (L) holds a press briefing with reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2025. Trump spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration’s accomplishments in the last year.

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US President Trump speaks on to reporters ahead of trip to Davos

Reporters listen to US President Donald Trump during a press briefing at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2025. Trump spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration’s accomplishments in the last year.

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US President Trump speaks on to reporters ahead of trip to Davos

US President Donald Trump prepares to hold a press briefing with reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2025. Trump spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration’s accomplishments in the last year.

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US President Trump speaks on to reporters ahead of trip to Davos

US President Donald Trump holds a press briefing with reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2025. Trump spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration’s accomplishments in the last year.

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US President Trump speaks on to reporters ahead of trip to Davos

US President Donald Trump holds a press briefing with reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2025. Trump spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration’s accomplishments in the last year.

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US President Trump speaks on to reporters ahead of trip to Davos

US President Donald Trump holds a press briefing with reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2025. Trump spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration’s accomplishments in the last year.

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US President Trump speaks on to reporters ahead of trip to Davos

US President Donald Trump prepares to hold a press briefing with reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2025. Trump spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration’s accomplishments in the last year.

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US President Trump speaks on to reporters ahead of trip to Davos

US President Donald Trump prepares to hold a press briefing with reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2025. Trump spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration’s accomplishments in the last year.

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US President Trump speaks on to reporters ahead of trip to Davos

US President Donald Trump holds a press briefing with reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 January 2025. Trump spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in Minnesota, as well as his administration’s accomplishments in the last year.