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US: High Winds Batter Chicago Area, Bringing Widespread Damage

On Friday, March 13, strong winds swept through the Chicago area, knocking out power to thousands of customers, tearing the roof off of a north suburban school, downing trees, and causing flight delays, while a High Wind Warning remained in effect throughout much of the day. This video shows a vehicle that was overturned by strong winds on I-57 south of Kankakee.

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US: Severe Storms and Flash Flooding Batter North Texas 2

North Texas faced a significant severe weather outbreak on Wednesday, March 4, as a cold front collided with warm, humid air. In the Hill Country, scattered storms remained persistent throughout the day. Isolated areas in northern Llano County recorded over 2 inches of rain, with small hail reported.

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US: Highways Turn to Rivers After Powerful Storms Batter North Texas

Severe thunderstorms tore across North Texas on the night of Wednesday, March 4, causing widespread damage and historic rainfall totals. Roofs were ripped apart, highways were submerged, and neighborhoods were left reeling in the aftermath. Torrential downpours led to dangerous flash flooding, especially along Interstate 45 in Hutchins. Footage shared online shows sections of the freeway transformed into what appears to be a flowing river, with multiple vehicles stranded.

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US: Severe Storms and Flash Flooding Batter North Texas, Llano County Soaked

North Texas faced a significant severe weather outbreak on Wednesday, March 4, as a cold front collided with warm, humid air. In the Hill Country, scattered storms remained persistent throughout the day. Isolated areas in northern Llano County recorded over 2 inches of rain, with small hail reported.

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US: Powerful Blizzard Continues to Batter Long Island, NY

A powerful blizzard — the first to strike the New York City area in a decade — began late Sunday night, February 22, and brought much of the U.S. Northeast to a standstill by Monday, February 23, prompting travel bans, school closures, and emergency measures. Central Park recorded 19.7 inches of snow, while parts of Long Island saw up to 31 inches. The storm produced heavy snow, fierce winds, coastal flooding risks, and widespread power outages, with states of emergency declared and millions under weather warnings across the region.

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US: Powerful Bomb Cyclone Continues to Batter Northeast With Record Snow

A powerful “bomb cyclone” continued to batter the northeastern United States on Monday, February 23, leaving hundreds of thousands without power and dumping up to 3 feet of snow in some states. It triggered states of emergency across several states and brought up to 19 inches of snow to parts of New York City, forcing the Boston Globe to suspend its print edition for the first time in its 153-year history.

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US: Fierce Winds and Heavy Snow Batter Lake Superior Shoreline in Minnesota

A major winter storm slammed northeastern Minnesota and the North Shore on Wednesday, February 18, bringing more than two feet of snow and wind gusts near 60 mph. Heavy snowfall and strong winds shut down much of Grand Marais, while lakeshore areas along Lake Superior recorded the highest totals.

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Ireland: Weather Warnings Reissued as Heavy Rain and Winds Batter Island

Strong winds whipped up huge waves along the Dublin coast on Thursday, February 5, as severe weather accompanied by heavy rain and flooding battered Ireland. Twelve counties remain under weather warnings as Ireland braces for another day of torrential rain. A Status Orange rain warning is now in effect for Dublin, Wicklow, Louth, and Waterford. The alert for Dublin and Wicklow, which began this morning, has been extended until 3 p.m. on Friday, February 6. Status Yellow warnings remain in place for several other regions, while multiple train services have been suspended until further notice due to flooding.

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Spain: Storm Kristin Batters Country With Heavy Rain and Strong Winds 2

Storm Kristin continued to batter much of Spain with heavy rain, strong winds, and snow on Thursday, January 28. The storm has triggered widespread weather alerts, school closures, and major transport disruptions, including road closures and severe delays on Metro and Cercanías rail services in Madrid and across central and southern Spain.

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Spain: Storm Kristin Batters Country With Heavy Rain and Strong Winds

Storm Kristin continued to batter much of Spain with heavy rain, strong winds, and snow on Thursday, January 28. The storm has triggered widespread weather alerts, school closures, and major transport disruptions, including road closures and severe delays on Metro and Cercanías rail services in Madrid and across central and southern Spain.

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Spain: Storm Kristin Brings Snow to Madrid Causing Traffic Disruptions 9

Storm Kristin continued to batter Madrid and much of Spain with heavy rain, strong winds, and snow. The storm has triggered widespread weather alerts, school closures, and major transport disruptions, including road closures and severe delays on Metro and Cercanías rail services in Madrid and across central and southern Spain.

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Spain: Storm Kristin Brings Snow to Madrid Causing Traffic Disruptions 8

Storm Kristin continued to batter Madrid and much of Spain with heavy rain, strong winds, and snow. The storm has triggered widespread weather alerts, school closures, and major transport disruptions, including road closures and severe delays on Metro and Cercanías rail services in Madrid and across central and southern Spain.

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Spain: Storm Kristin Brings Snow to Madrid Causing Traffic Disruptions 6

Storm Kristin continued to batter Madrid and much of Spain with heavy rain, strong winds, and snow. The storm has triggered widespread weather alerts, school closures, and major transport disruptions, including road closures and severe delays on Metro and Cercanías rail services in Madrid and across central and southern Spain.

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Spain: Storm Kristin Brings Snow to Madrid Causing Traffic Disruptions 7

Storm Kristin continued to batter Madrid and much of Spain with heavy rain, strong winds, and snow. The storm has triggered widespread weather alerts, school closures, and major transport disruptions, including road closures and severe delays on Metro and Cercanías rail services in Madrid and across central and southern Spain.

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Spain: Storm Kristin Brings Snow to Madrid Causing Traffic Disruptions

Storm Kristin continued to batter Madrid and much of Spain with heavy rain, strong winds, and snow. The storm has triggered widespread weather alerts, school closures, and major transport disruptions, including road closures and severe delays on Metro and Cercanías rail services in Madrid and across central and southern Spain.

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Spain: Storm Kristin Brings Snow to Madrid Causing Traffic Disruptions 3

Storm Kristin continued to batter Madrid and much of Spain with heavy rain, strong winds, and snow. The storm has triggered widespread weather alerts, school closures, and major transport disruptions, including road closures and severe delays on Metro and Cercanías rail services in Madrid and across central and southern Spain.

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Spain: Storm Kristin Brings Snow to Madrid Causing Traffic Disruptions 2

Storm Kristin continued to batter Madrid and much of Spain with heavy rain, strong winds, and snow. The storm has triggered widespread weather alerts, school closures, and major transport disruptions, including road closures and severe delays on Metro and Cercanías rail services in Madrid and across central and southern Spain.

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Spain: Storm Kristin Brings Snow to Madrid Causing Traffic Disruptions 5

Storm Kristin continued to batter Madrid and much of Spain with heavy rain, strong winds, and snow. The storm has triggered widespread weather alerts, school closures, and major transport disruptions, including road closures and severe delays on Metro and Cercanías rail services in Madrid and across central and southern Spain.

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Spain: Storm Kristin Brings Snow to Madrid Causing Traffic Disruptions 4

Storm Kristin continued to batter Madrid and much of Spain with heavy rain, strong winds, and snow. The storm has triggered widespread weather alerts, school closures, and major transport disruptions, including road closures and severe delays on Metro and Cercanías rail services in Madrid and across central and southern Spain.

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Canada: Snow Squalls and Cold Weather Continue to Batter Southern Ontario

Environment Canada issued snow squall and cold warnings on Tuesday, January 27, as the chilly weather continued to batter the region, including the Greater Toronto Area.

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Spain: Storm Ingrid Brings Hurricane-Force Winds and Snow, Red Warnings Issued

The devastating effects of Storm Ingrid linger this Monday, January 26 across Spain, following a weekend of rare red warnings issued for both the mainland and the Canary Islands. The northern coast remains under high alert as the maritime storm continues to batter Galicia, Asturias, Cantabria, and the Basque Country. Authorities maintain red alerts in these four autonomous communities due to 'extraordinary' coastal hazards, characterized by massive swells and hurricane-force gusts.

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Winter Winds Batter Gaza Tent Shelters

A photograph shows tent shelters housing displaced Palestinian families set up along the shore in Gaza City as strong winter winds sweep the Palestinian enclave on January 13, 2026. A fragile ceasefire has been in place since October, following a deadly war waged by Israel in response to Hamas's unprecedented October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. Nearly 80 percent of buildings in Gaza have been destroyed or damaged by the war, according to UN data. give titel Photo by Ahmed Younis/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Winds Batter Gaza Tent Shelters

A photograph shows tent shelters housing displaced Palestinian families set up along the shore in Gaza City as strong winter winds sweep the Palestinian enclave on January 13, 2026. A fragile ceasefire has been in place since October, following a deadly war waged by Israel in response to Hamas's unprecedented October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. Nearly 80 percent of buildings in Gaza have been destroyed or damaged by the war, according to UN data. give titel Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Winds Batter Gaza Tent Shelters

A photograph shows tent shelters housing displaced Palestinian families set up along the shore in Gaza City as strong winter winds sweep the Palestinian enclave on January 13, 2026. A fragile ceasefire has been in place since October, following a deadly war waged by Israel in response to Hamas's unprecedented October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. Nearly 80 percent of buildings in Gaza have been destroyed or damaged by the war, according to UN data. give titel Photo by Ahmed Younis/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Winds Batter Gaza Tent Shelters

A photograph shows tent shelters housing displaced Palestinian families set up along the shore in Gaza City as strong winter winds sweep the Palestinian enclave on January 13, 2026. A fragile ceasefire has been in place since October, following a deadly war waged by Israel in response to Hamas's unprecedented October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. Nearly 80 percent of buildings in Gaza have been destroyed or damaged by the war, according to UN data. give titel Photo by Ahmed Younis/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Winds Batter Gaza Tent Shelters

A photograph shows tent shelters housing displaced Palestinian families set up along the shore in Gaza City as strong winter winds sweep the Palestinian enclave on January 13, 2026. A fragile ceasefire has been in place since October, following a deadly war waged by Israel in response to Hamas's unprecedented October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. Nearly 80 percent of buildings in Gaza have been destroyed or damaged by the war, according to UN data. give titel Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Winds Batter Gaza Tent Shelters

A photograph shows tent shelters housing displaced Palestinian families set up along the shore in Gaza City as strong winter winds sweep the Palestinian enclave on January 13, 2026. A fragile ceasefire has been in place since October, following a deadly war waged by Israel in response to Hamas's unprecedented October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. Nearly 80 percent of buildings in Gaza have been destroyed or damaged by the war, according to UN data. give titel Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Winds Batter Gaza Tent Shelters

A photograph shows tent shelters housing displaced Palestinian families set up along the shore in Gaza City as strong winter winds sweep the Palestinian enclave on January 13, 2026. A fragile ceasefire has been in place since October, following a deadly war waged by Israel in response to Hamas's unprecedented October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. Nearly 80 percent of buildings in Gaza have been destroyed or damaged by the war, according to UN data. give titel Photo by Ahmed Younis/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Winds Batter Gaza Tent Shelters

A photograph shows tent shelters housing displaced Palestinian families set up along the shore in Gaza City as strong winter winds sweep the Palestinian enclave on January 13, 2026. A fragile ceasefire has been in place since October, following a deadly war waged by Israel in response to Hamas's unprecedented October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. Nearly 80 percent of buildings in Gaza have been destroyed or damaged by the war, according to UN data. give titel Photo by Ahmed Younis/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Winds Batter Gaza Tent Shelters

A photograph shows tent shelters housing displaced Palestinian families set up along the shore in Gaza City as strong winter winds sweep the Palestinian enclave on January 13, 2026. A fragile ceasefire has been in place since October, following a deadly war waged by Israel in response to Hamas's unprecedented October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. Nearly 80 percent of buildings in Gaza have been destroyed or damaged by the war, according to UN data. give titel Photo by Ahmed Younis/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Winds Batter Gaza Tent Shelters

A photograph shows tent shelters housing displaced Palestinian families set up along the shore in Gaza City as strong winter winds sweep the Palestinian enclave on January 13, 2026. A fragile ceasefire has been in place since October, following a deadly war waged by Israel in response to Hamas's unprecedented October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. Nearly 80 percent of buildings in Gaza have been destroyed or damaged by the war, according to UN data. give titel Photo by Ahmed Younis/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Winds Batter Gaza Tent Shelters

A photograph shows tent shelters housing displaced Palestinian families set up along the shore in Gaza City as strong winter winds sweep the Palestinian enclave on January 13, 2026. A fragile ceasefire has been in place since October, following a deadly war waged by Israel in response to Hamas's unprecedented October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. Nearly 80 percent of buildings in Gaza have been destroyed or damaged by the war, according to UN data. give titel Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Winds Batter Gaza Tent Shelters

A photograph shows tent shelters housing displaced Palestinian families set up along the shore in Gaza City as strong winter winds sweep the Palestinian enclave on January 13, 2026. A fragile ceasefire has been in place since October, following a deadly war waged by Israel in response to Hamas's unprecedented October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. Nearly 80 percent of buildings in Gaza have been destroyed or damaged by the war, according to UN data. give titel Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Winds Batter Gaza Tent Shelters

A photograph shows tent shelters housing displaced Palestinian families set up along the shore in Gaza City as strong winter winds sweep the Palestinian enclave on January 13, 2026. A fragile ceasefire has been in place since October, following a deadly war waged by Israel in response to Hamas's unprecedented October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. Nearly 80 percent of buildings in Gaza have been destroyed or damaged by the war, according to UN data. give titel Photo by Ahmed Younis/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Winter Winds Batter Gaza Tent Shelters

A photograph shows tent shelters housing displaced Palestinian families set up along the shore in Gaza City as strong winter winds sweep the Palestinian enclave on January 13, 2026. A fragile ceasefire has been in place since October, following a deadly war waged by Israel in response to Hamas's unprecedented October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. Nearly 80 percent of buildings in Gaza have been destroyed or damaged by the war, according to UN data. give titel Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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South Africa: Heavy Rains Trigger Flood Warnings in Limpopo, Mpumalanga 3

Heavy rains batter northern and eastern South Africa, with flood warnings issued for Limpopo and Mpumalanga, and Kruger National Park partially closed as rivers rise. Residents are urged to stay alert.

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South Africa: Heavy Rains Trigger Flood Warnings in Limpopo, Mpumalanga

Heavy rains batter northern and eastern South Africa, with flood warnings issued for Limpopo and Mpumalanga, and Kruger National Park partially closed as rivers rise. Residents are urged to stay alert.

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South Africa: Heavy Rains Trigger Flood Warnings in Limpopo, Mpumalanga 2

Heavy rains batter northern and eastern South Africa, with flood warnings issued for Limpopo and Mpumalanga, and Kruger National Park partially closed as rivers rise. Residents are urged to stay alert.

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Storm Byron Batters Greece - Mandra

People operate heavy machinery to clear a landslide-blocked road in Mandra, in western Attica, about 20 kilometers west of central Athens, Greece, Dec. 5, 2025. A powerful storm, named Byron by local meteorologists, continued to batter Greece for a second consecutive day on Friday, triggering widespread flooding. (Photo by Marios Lolos /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Storm Byron Batters Greece - Mandra

A rescuer operates heavy machinery to clear a landslide-blocked road in Mandra, western Attica, about 20 kilometers west of central Athens, Greece, Dec. 5, 2025. A powerful storm, named Byron by local meteorologists, continued to batter Greece for a second consecutive day on Friday, triggering widespread flooding. (Photo by Marios Lolos /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Storm Byron Batters Greece - Mandra

A resident walks by a road blocked by a landslide in Mandra, in western Attica, about 20 kilometers west of central Athens, Greece, Dec. 5, 2025. A powerful storm, named Byron by local meteorologists, continued to batter Greece for a second consecutive day on Friday, triggering widespread flooding. (Photo by Marios Lolos /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Storm Byron Batters Greece - Mandra

People operate heavy machinery to clear a flooded road in Mandra, in western Attica, about 20 kilometers west of central Athens, Greece, Dec. 5, 2025. A powerful storm, named Byron by local meteorologists, continued to batter Greece for a second consecutive day on Friday, triggering widespread flooding. (Photo by Marios Lolos /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: Lightning Strike Captured as Thunderstorms Batter Nashville, Tennessee

A massive lightning strike was captured on camera in Middle Tennessee on Friday, November 7 as thunderstorms swept through the region, bringing damaging winds, hail, and a tornado threat.

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Baseball: Division Series between Dodgers and Phillies

Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Roki Sasaki reacts after Philadelphia Phillies' last batter, second baseman Bryson Stott, pops out in foul territory during the ninth inning of Game 1 of the Division Series at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia on Oct. 4, 2025.

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Mexico: Hail and Rain Batter Stadium in Mexico City at End of Liga MX Game

Heavy rain and hail hit the Estadio Olímpico Universitario in Mexico City during the final minutes of the Pumas vs. Atlas match on Sunday, August 31. The sudden downpour flooded the pitch, the corridors leading to the locker rooms, and areas around the anti-doping rooms, forcing many fans to seek shelter. The post-match press conference for Atlas coach Diego Cocca was canceled due to the unsafe conditions, as waterlogged passageways made it impossible for him to reach the media area safely. Despite the severe weather, the match was completed, and the stadium remained affected by flooding even after the final whistle.

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Spain: Hail and Flooding Batter Pyrenees Towns in Catalonia 2

A violent storm hit the Pyrenees on Monday, August 18, flooding streets in La Seu d’Urgell and Puigcerdà. Heavy rain, hail, and landslides blocked roads, while temperatures in Puigcerdà plunged nearly 17°C in an hour.

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Spain: Hail and Flooding Batter Pyrenees Towns in Catalonia

A violent storm hit the Pyrenees on Monday, August 18, flooding streets in La Seu d’Urgell and Puigcerdà. Heavy rain, hail, and landslides blocked roads, while temperatures in Puigcerdà plunged nearly 17°C in an hour.

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Relentless Monsoon Deluge Hits Pakistan

Two motorcyclists ride through a flooded road near Jama Masjid during heavy rain in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, on July 17, 2025. Monsoon downpours continue to batter parts of the country, increasing the risk of flooding, landslides, and urban inundation Photo by Raja imran/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Relentless Monsoon Deluge Hits Pakistan

Rescue personnel have been sounding the flood alarm near the Gowalmandi drain during the heavy monsoon rains. A scene of flooding in the Gowalmandi drain. view of the Gowalmandi drain overflowing during heavy monsoon rains.INP PHOTO by Raja ImranRawalpindi, Pakistan, on July 17, 2025. Monsoon downpours continue to batter parts of the country, increasing the risk of flooding, landslides, and urban inundation Photo by Raja imran/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Brewers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani takes his position in the batter's box in the third inning of a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers on July 9, 2025, at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.