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The Jägala Waterfall

The Jägala Waterfall

09.01.2026, Jägala-Joa. The Jägala Waterfall will soon be completely frozen, and many are coming to see it. Photo: Rasmus Rebase, Postimees

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The Jägala Waterfall

The Jägala Waterfall

09.01.2026, Jägala-Joa. The Jägala Waterfall will soon be completely frozen, and many are coming to see it. Photo: Rasmus Rebase, Postimees

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The Jägala Waterfall

The Jägala Waterfall

09.01.2026, Jägala-Joa. The Jägala Waterfall will soon be completely frozen, and many are coming to see it. Photo: Rasmus Rebase, Postimees

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The Jägala Waterfall

The Jägala Waterfall

09.01.2026, Jägala-Joa. The Jägala Waterfall will soon be completely frozen, and many are coming to see it. Photo: Rasmus Rebase, Postimees

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The Jägala Waterfall

The Jägala Waterfall

09.01.2026, Jägala-Joa. The Jägala Waterfall will soon be completely frozen, and many are coming to see it. Photo: Rasmus Rebase, Postimees

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The Jägala Waterfall

The Jägala Waterfall

09.01.2026, Jägala-Joa. The Jägala Waterfall will soon be completely frozen, and many are coming to see it. Photo: Rasmus Rebase, Postimees

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The Jägala Waterfall

The Jägala Waterfall

09.01.2026, Jägala-Joa. The Jägala Waterfall will soon be completely frozen, and many are coming to see it. Photo: Rasmus Rebase, Postimees

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The Jägala Waterfall

The Jägala Waterfall

09.01.2026, Jägala-Joa. The Jägala Waterfall will soon be completely frozen, and many are coming to see it. Photo: Rasmus Rebase, Postimees

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The Jägala Waterfall

The Jägala Waterfall

09.01.2026, Jägala-Joa. The Jägala Waterfall will soon be completely frozen, and many are coming to see it. Photo: Rasmus Rebase, Postimees

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The Jägala Waterfall

The Jägala Waterfall

09.01.2026, Jägala-Joa. The Jägala Waterfall will soon be completely frozen, and many are coming to see it. Photo: Rasmus Rebase, Postimees

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China: Adorable Video Captures Kitten Getting Stuck in a Coat Sleeve

On December 8, in Henan Province, central China, a video captured the moment a kitten accidentally crawled into the sleeve of a thick cotton coat. With only its head and one paw sticking out from the narrow opening, the kitten found itself completely stuck. The owner held the coat up and laughed as the kitten struggled inside, twisting and kicking but unable to free itself from the tight fabric. The sleeve was reportedly too narrow for the tiny feline to turn around.

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China: 25-Story Hotel Toppled in Controlled Blast in Chongqing

On May 25, 2025, a video captured the controlled demolition of the 25-story Huatiel Hotel at Caiyuanba Railway Station in Chongqing, China. Using precision explosives installed on the lower floors, the structure collapsed backward within seconds, sending up a massive cloud of dust while neighboring buildings remained completely intact.

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China: New Bridge Stands Firm While Old Ganjiang River Bridge Blown Up

On May 25, 2025, a video captured the successful controlled demolition of the old Ganjiang River Bridge in Jiangxi, China. The aging structure collapsed within seconds after a series of timed explosions, while a newly built bridge standing just meters away remained completely steady and unaffected.

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Arg-e Bam Citadel - Iran

Arg-e Bam Citadel - Iran

A damaged structure is seen inside the Arg-e Bam citadel in Bam, Iran on December 14, 2025. The citadel was almost completely destroyed during the 2003 earthquake and has since undergone long-term reconstruction and conservation efforts. Arg-e Bam, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the largest adobe structure in the world and dates back to at least the Achaemenid period. The historic fortress once served as a key stop along Silk Road trade routes and was a major center for regional commerce. Photo by Bahram/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mercury Thermometer

Mercury Thermometer

Mercury thermometer captured in Yichang City, Hubei Province, China on December 14, 2025. Starting from January 1, 2026, China will completely ban the production of mercury-containing thermometers and mercury-containing blood pressure monitors.

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Mercury Thermometer

Mercury Thermometer

Mercury thermometer captured in Yichang City, Hubei Province, China on December 14, 2025. Starting from January 1, 2026, China will completely ban the production of mercury-containing thermometers and mercury-containing blood pressure monitors.

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Mercury Thermometer

Mercury Thermometer

Mercury thermometer captured in Yichang City, Hubei Province, China on December 14, 2025. Starting from January 1, 2026, China will completely ban the production of mercury-containing thermometers and mercury-containing blood pressure monitors.

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Mercury Thermometer

Mercury Thermometer

Mercury thermometer captured in Yichang City, Hubei Province, China on December 14, 2025. Starting from January 1, 2026, China will completely ban the production of mercury-containing thermometers and mercury-containing blood pressure monitors.

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Mercury Thermometer

Mercury Thermometer

Mercury thermometer captured in Yichang City, Hubei Province, China on December 14, 2025. Starting from January 1, 2026, China will completely ban the production of mercury-containing thermometers and mercury-containing blood pressure monitors.

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Mercury Thermometer

Mercury Thermometer

Mercury thermometer captured in Yichang City, Hubei Province, China on December 14, 2025. Starting from January 1, 2026, China will completely ban the production of mercury-containing thermometers and mercury-containing blood pressure monitors.

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Indonesia: Severe Flooding Hits Medan, North Sumatra

On Thursday, November 27, severe flooding completely submerged hundreds of houses in three hamlets of Paya Geli Village (Sunggal Subdistrict, Deli Serdang Regency). The flooding was caused by the overflowing of the river located behind the residential area. The river began to flood homes at 5:00 AM, and by 10:30 AM, water levels had reached waist-high for an adult, submerging thousands of homes and blocking the main access road.

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Flooding and Landslides Kill 31 Across Sri Lanka

Flooding and Landslides Kill 31 Across Sri Lanka

This photo taken with a mobile phone shows a flooded area in Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka's Central Province, November 27, 2025. Sri Lanka is confronting one of its most severe weather disasters in recent years, as days of heavy rainfall and multiple landslides have killed 31 people, left 14 missing, and displaced thousands across the island, the Disaster Management Center (DMC) said on Thursday. According to the latest situation report, extreme weather has affected 17 districts, impacting 1,158 families and 4,008 individuals. The DMC said 10 people have been injured, three homes have been completely destroyed, and 381 houses partially damaged. At least 131 people have been relocated to temporary safe centers. Photo by Gayan Sameera/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Flooding and Landslides Kill 31 Across Sri Lanka

Flooding and Landslides Kill 31 Across Sri Lanka

This photo taken with a mobile phone shows an excavator working at the site of a landslide in Badulla District, Sri Lanka's Uva Province, November 27, 2025. Sri Lanka is confronting one of its most severe weather disasters in recent years, as days of heavy rainfall and multiple landslides have killed 31 people, left 14 missing, and displaced thousands across the island, the Disaster Management Center (DMC) said on Thursday. According to the latest situation report, extreme weather has affected 17 districts, impacting 1,158 families and 4,008 individuals. The DMC said 10 people have been injured, three homes have been completely destroyed, and 381 houses partially damaged. At least 131 people have been relocated to temporary safe centers. Photo by Gayan Sameera/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Flooding and Landslides Kill 31 Across Sri Lanka

Flooding and Landslides Kill 31 Across Sri Lanka

This photo taken with a mobile phone shows the site of a landslide in Kandy District, Sri Lanka's Central Province, November 27, 2025. Sri Lanka is confronting one of its most severe weather disasters in recent years, as days of heavy rainfall and multiple landslides have killed 31 people, left 14 missing, and displaced thousands across the island, the Disaster Management Center (DMC) said on Thursday. According to the latest situation report, extreme weather has affected 17 districts, impacting 1,158 families and 4,008 individuals. The DMC said 10 people have been injured, three homes have been completely destroyed, and 381 houses partially damaged. At least 131 people have been relocated to temporary safe centers. Photo by Gayan Sameera/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Flooding and Landslides Kill 31 Across Sri Lanka

Flooding and Landslides Kill 31 Across Sri Lanka

This photo taken with a mobile phone shows buildings destroyed in a landslide in Kandy District, Sri Lanka's Central Province, November 27, 2025. Sri Lanka is confronting one of its most severe weather disasters in recent years, as days of heavy rainfall and multiple landslides have killed 31 people, left 14 missing, and displaced thousands across the island, the Disaster Management Center (DMC) said on Thursday. According to the latest situation report, extreme weather has affected 17 districts, impacting 1,158 families and 4,008 individuals. The DMC said 10 people have been injured, three homes have been completely destroyed, and 381 houses partially damaged. At least 131 people have been relocated to temporary safe centers. Photo by Gayan Sameera/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Flooding and Landslides Kill 31 Across Sri Lanka

Flooding and Landslides Kill 31 Across Sri Lanka

This photo taken with a mobile phone shows rescue personnel working at the site of a landslide in Badulla District, Sri Lanka's Uva Province, November 27, 2025. Sri Lanka is confronting one of its most severe weather disasters in recent years, as days of heavy rainfall and multiple landslides have killed 31 people, left 14 missing, and displaced thousands across the island, the Disaster Management Center (DMC) said on Thursday. According to the latest situation report, extreme weather has affected 17 districts, impacting 1,158 families and 4,008 individuals. The DMC said 10 people have been injured, three homes have been completely destroyed, and 381 houses partially damaged. At least 131 people have been relocated to temporary safe centers. Photo by Gayan Sameera/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Flooding and Landslides Kill 31 Across Sri Lanka

Flooding and Landslides Kill 31 Across Sri Lanka

This photo taken with a mobile phone shows a flooded road in Badulla District, Sri Lanka's Uva Province, November 27, 2025. Sri Lanka is confronting one of its most severe weather disasters in recent years, as days of heavy rainfall and multiple landslides have killed 31 people, left 14 missing, and displaced thousands across the island, the Disaster Management Center (DMC) said on Thursday. According to the latest situation report, extreme weather has affected 17 districts, impacting 1,158 families and 4,008 individuals. The DMC said 10 people have been injured, three homes have been completely destroyed, and 381 houses partially damaged. At least 131 people have been relocated to temporary safe centers. Photo by Gayan Sameera/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Flooding and Landslides Kill 31 Across Sri Lanka

Flooding and Landslides Kill 31 Across Sri Lanka

This photo taken with a mobile phone shows a police officer wading through floodwater in Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka's Central Province, November 27, 2025. Sri Lanka is confronting one of its most severe weather disasters in recent years, as days of heavy rainfall and multiple landslides have killed 31 people, left 14 missing, and displaced thousands across the island, the Disaster Management Center (DMC) said on Thursday. According to the latest situation report, extreme weather has affected 17 districts, impacting 1,158 families and 4,008 individuals. The DMC said 10 people have been injured, three homes have been completely destroyed, and 381 houses partially damaged. At least 131 people have been relocated to temporary safe centers. Photo by Gayan Sameera/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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China: Angler Catches Nearly Transparent “Glass” Fish in Guangdong

A man in Guangdong, China, caught an almost completely transparent fish on November 10, 2025, astonishing onlookers. Video shows the small “glass-like” fish with clear flesh and no visible organs as sunlight passed straight through its body. The angler held it up for the camera as bystanders marveled at the unusual catch.

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Ireland: Fire Erupts at Industrial Estate in Cork’s Little Island

A substantial fire broke out at a commercial distribution warehouse containing 11 trucks in Ballytrasna, Little Island (Cork), just after 11 pm on Sunday night. The massive blaze completely destroyed the commercial warehouse. Residents from across Cork Harbour, reported seeing bright orange flames and thick smoke and hearing the noise of "explosions" as the fire raged.

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Maldives: Shark Swallows Diver’s Camera and Spits It Back Out

On October 21, 2025, in the Maldives, a video captured an astonishing moment during a recreational diving session when a curious shark swallowed and then spat out a Chinese diver’s underwater camera. The shark suddenly appeared and bit into the device, swallowing it completely. For several seconds, the camera continued recording from inside the shark’s mouth, capturing flashes of sharp teeth and swirling water. The diver later told reporters that he felt terrified when the shark approached and immediately swam back to the boat after retrieving the camera.

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Spain: Severe Flooding Hits Seville After Heavy Rainfall

On October 29, heavy rain, flash floods, and tornadoes hit Andalusia, especially Huelva and Seville, causing over 1,300 incidents, including flooded roads and fallen trees. Huelva received 160 mm of rain, Seville 115 mm. This video shows Calle de Alfonso XII in Seville near Plaza de Museo, completely submerged by floodwaters.

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Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Damaged infrastructure is visible at Rantisi Children's Hospital in Gaza City, Gaza, on October 15, 2025. Medical facilities across the Strip have sustained extensive damage during Israeli military operations, with some completely destroyed and others struggling to function under worsening conditions. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Damaged infrastructure is visible at Rantisi Children's Hospital in Gaza City, Gaza, on October 15, 2025. Medical facilities across the Strip have sustained extensive damage during Israeli military operations, with some completely destroyed and others struggling to function under worsening conditions. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Damaged infrastructure is visible at Rantisi Children's Hospital in Gaza City, Gaza, on October 15, 2025. Medical facilities across the Strip have sustained extensive damage during Israeli military operations, with some completely destroyed and others struggling to function under worsening conditions. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Damaged infrastructure is visible at Rantisi Children's Hospital in Gaza City, Gaza, on October 15, 2025. Medical facilities across the Strip have sustained extensive damage during Israeli military operations, with some completely destroyed and others struggling to function under worsening conditions. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Damaged infrastructure is visible at Rantisi Children's Hospital in Gaza City, Gaza, on October 15, 2025. Medical facilities across the Strip have sustained extensive damage during Israeli military operations, with some completely destroyed and others struggling to function under worsening conditions. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Damaged infrastructure is visible at Rantisi Children's Hospital in Gaza City, Gaza, on October 15, 2025. Medical facilities across the Strip have sustained extensive damage during Israeli military operations, with some completely destroyed and others struggling to function under worsening conditions. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Damaged infrastructure is visible at Rantisi Children's Hospital in Gaza City, Gaza, on October 15, 2025. Medical facilities across the Strip have sustained extensive damage during Israeli military operations, with some completely destroyed and others struggling to function under worsening conditions. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Damaged infrastructure is visible at Rantisi Children's Hospital in Gaza City, Gaza, on October 15, 2025. Medical facilities across the Strip have sustained extensive damage during Israeli military operations, with some completely destroyed and others struggling to function under worsening conditions. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Damaged infrastructure is visible at Rantisi Children's Hospital in Gaza City, Gaza, on October 15, 2025. Medical facilities across the Strip have sustained extensive damage during Israeli military operations, with some completely destroyed and others struggling to function under worsening conditions. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Damaged infrastructure is visible at Rantisi Children's Hospital in Gaza City, Gaza, on October 15, 2025. Medical facilities across the Strip have sustained extensive damage during Israeli military operations, with some completely destroyed and others struggling to function under worsening conditions. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Damaged infrastructure is visible at Rantisi Children's Hospital in Gaza City, Gaza, on October 15, 2025. Medical facilities across the Strip have sustained extensive damage during Israeli military operations, with some completely destroyed and others struggling to function under worsening conditions. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Damaged infrastructure is visible at Rantisi Children's Hospital in Gaza City, Gaza, on October 15, 2025. Medical facilities across the Strip have sustained extensive damage during Israeli military operations, with some completely destroyed and others struggling to function under worsening conditions. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Damaged infrastructure is visible at Rantisi Children's Hospital in Gaza City, Gaza, on October 15, 2025. Medical facilities across the Strip have sustained extensive damage during Israeli military operations, with some completely destroyed and others struggling to function under worsening conditions. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Damaged infrastructure is visible at Rantisi Children's Hospital in Gaza City, Gaza, on October 15, 2025. Medical facilities across the Strip have sustained extensive damage during Israeli military operations, with some completely destroyed and others struggling to function under worsening conditions. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Damaged infrastructure is visible at Rantisi Children's Hospital in Gaza City, Gaza, on October 15, 2025. Medical facilities across the Strip have sustained extensive damage during Israeli military operations, with some completely destroyed and others struggling to function under worsening conditions. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Damaged infrastructure is visible at Rantisi Children's Hospital in Gaza City, Gaza, on October 15, 2025. Medical facilities across the Strip have sustained extensive damage during Israeli military operations, with some completely destroyed and others struggling to function under worsening conditions. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Damaged infrastructure is visible at Rantisi Children's Hospital in Gaza City, Gaza, on October 15, 2025. Medical facilities across the Strip have sustained extensive damage during Israeli military operations, with some completely destroyed and others struggling to function under worsening conditions. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Gaza Hospitals In Ruins

Damaged infrastructure is visible at Rantisi Children's Hospital in Gaza City, Gaza, on October 15, 2025. Medical facilities across the Strip have sustained extensive damage during Israeli military operations, with some completely destroyed and others struggling to function under worsening conditions. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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