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US: Winter Storm Creates Rare Snow Rollers in New York Suburb

Dozens of rare “snow rollers” appeared overnight in the Rochester suburb of Chili, New York, after a winter storm brought strong winds and fresh snow. The unusual snow formations develop only under specific conditions, when wind, moisture and temperature combine to allow snow to roll and grow naturally.

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China: Raccoon Sits Cross-Legged While Playing With Prayer Beads

A small raccoon in Qingdao, Shandong Province, was captured sitting upright and holding a long string of prayer beads on Tuesday, January 13. The raccoon appeared unusually focused as it slowly manipulated the beads with its front paws in a human-like pose.

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China: Man and Golden Retriever Fall From Swing in Henan

On December 19, 2025, in Henan, China, a video showed a man attempting to swing while holding one of his golden retrievers, but the swing tipped, causing both the man and dog to fall. Both appeared startled, and viewers hoped they were unharmed.

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China: Dog Rides Rotating Swing at Amusement Park

On December 28, 2025, in Henan, China, a golden retriever calmly rode a rotating swing at an amusement park, swaying with the motion. The dog, owned by the park operator, appeared relaxed throughout, delighting viewers online.

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Godzilla assigned chief-for-a-day at police station

Godzilla is appointed honorary chief-for-a-day at a police station in Yokosuka in Kanagawa Prefecture, eastern Japan, on Jan. 10, 2026. In the 1954 original film, Godzilla, the monster appeared in waters off Yokosuka.

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Godzilla assigned chief-for-a-day at police station

Godzilla is appointed honorary chief-for-a-day at a police station in Yokosuka in Kanagawa Prefecture, eastern Japan, on Jan. 10, 2026. In the 1954 original film, Godzilla, the monster appeared in waters off Yokosuka.

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LANCOME 90th Anniversary

Christmas art installations such as pink bows and bells hanging on historical buildings for the 90th anniversary of luxury beauty brand LANCOME appeared at the west bank pier of the Huangpu River in Shanghai, China on December 25, 2025.

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LANCOME 90th Anniversary

Tourists watch a giant pink Christmas tree for the 90th anniversary of luxury beauty brand LANCOME appeared at the west bank pier of the Huangpu River in Shanghai, China on December 25, 2025.

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LANCOME 90th Anniversary

A giant pink Christmas tree for the 90th anniversary of luxury beauty brand LANCOME appeared at the west bank pier of the Huangpu River in Shanghai, China on December 25, 2025.

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LANCOME 90th Anniversary

Christmas art installations such as pink bows and bells hanging on historical buildings for the 90th anniversary of luxury beauty brand LANCOME appeared at the west bank pier of the Huangpu River in Shanghai, China on December 25, 2025.

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LANCOME 90th Anniversary

Christmas art installations such as pink bows and bells hanging on historical buildings for the 90th anniversary of luxury beauty brand LANCOME appeared at the west bank pier of the Huangpu River in Shanghai, China on December 25, 2025.

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LANCOME 90th Anniversary

Christmas art installations such as pink bows and bells hanging on historical buildings for the 90th anniversary of luxury beauty brand LANCOME appeared at the west bank pier of the Huangpu River in Shanghai, China on December 25, 2025.

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LANCOME 90th Anniversary

Tourists watch a giant pink Christmas tree for the 90th anniversary of luxury beauty brand LANCOME appeared at the west bank pier of the Huangpu River in Shanghai, China on December 25, 2025.

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LANCOME 90th Anniversary

Tourists watch a giant pink Christmas tree for the 90th anniversary of luxury beauty brand LANCOME appeared at the west bank pier of the Huangpu River in Shanghai, China on December 25, 2025.

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LANCOME 90th Anniversary

Christmas art installations such as pink bows and bells hanging on historical buildings for the 90th anniversary of luxury beauty brand LANCOME appeared at the west bank pier of the Huangpu River in Shanghai, China on December 25, 2025.

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China: Trees Seem Lush in Winter, Revealed to Be Covered in Birds

On December 15, 2025, in Xuzhou, eastern China’s Jiangsu province, a video showed several trees that looked unusually lush for winter. From a distance, their branches appeared thick with leaves, even though most nearby trees were bare. As the camera moved closer, the “leaves” were revealed to be small, round birds packed tightly along the branches. They filled almost every twig, giving the trees a dense, full appearance. Occasionally, a few birds shifted or fluttered, but the overall outline remained like a giant canopy. Chinese netizens admired the scene, saying the living “bird trees” reflected the area’s improving environment.

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LANCOME 90th Anniversary Giant Christmas Tree

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 23, 2025 - A giant pink Christmas tree for the 90th anniversary of luxury beauty brand LANCOME appeared at the west bank pier of the Huangpu River in Shanghai, China on December 23, 2025.

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LANCOME 90th Anniversary Giant Christmas Tree

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 23, 2025 - A giant pink Christmas tree for the 90th anniversary of luxury beauty brand LANCOME appeared at the west bank pier of the Huangpu River in Shanghai, China on December 23, 2025.

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LANCOME 90th Anniversary Giant Christmas Tree

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 23, 2025 - A giant pink Christmas tree for the 90th anniversary of luxury beauty brand LANCOME appeared at the west bank pier of the Huangpu River in Shanghai, China on December 23, 2025.

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LANCOME 90th Anniversary Giant Christmas Tree

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 23, 2025 - A giant pink Christmas tree for the 90th anniversary of luxury beauty brand LANCOME appeared at the west bank pier of the Huangpu River in Shanghai, China on December 23, 2025.

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LANCOME 90th Anniversary Giant Christmas Tree

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 23, 2025 - A giant pink Christmas tree for the 90th anniversary of luxury beauty brand LANCOME appeared at the west bank pier of the Huangpu River in Shanghai, China on December 23, 2025.

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LANCOME 90th Anniversary Giant Christmas Tree

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 23, 2025 - A giant pink Christmas tree for the 90th anniversary of luxury beauty brand LANCOME appeared at the west bank pier of the Huangpu River in Shanghai, China on December 23, 2025.

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LANCOME 90th Anniversary Giant Christmas Tree

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 23, 2025 - A giant pink Christmas tree for the 90th anniversary of luxury beauty brand LANCOME appeared at the west bank pier of the Huangpu River in Shanghai, China on December 23, 2025.

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China: Malfunctioning Electric Car Spins Repeatedly in Traffic

A malfunctioning small electric vehicle spun uncontrollably in the middle of a public road in China, creating a dangerous situation for nearby drivers. The incident occurred on December 5, 2023, in Jiangsu Province. The video shows a low-speed electric car, commonly used by elderly drivers in China, suddenly losing control and repeatedly spinning in tight circles around another vehicle in the center of the roadway. Other vehicles were forced to slow down and keep their distance as the driver appeared unable to regain control. After spinning several times, the car struck the other vehicle and eventually came to a stop. No injuries were reported.

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China: Golden Retriever Rolls in Snow for Dry Bath

On February 14, 2025, in Liaoning Province in northeastern China, a video captured a golden retriever rolling back and forth in a snowy field. The dog flipped over repeatedly, covering its body with fresh snow. The dog’s fur appeared clean and fluffy as it continued to tumble across the ground, clearly enjoying the motion. Snow scattered around its body each time it turned. The owner explained that the snow in the region is loose and powdery, and that a quick shake removes it without soaking the fur.

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