Wildfire in Iwate Pref.

Wildfire in Iwate Pref.

Smoke rises near an expressway intersection in Otsuchi in Iwate Prefecture on April 26, 2026, as a wildfire continues to rage in the northeastern Japan town.

Wildfire in Iwate Pref.

Wildfire in Iwate Pref.

Smoke rises near an expressway intersection in Otsuchi in Iwate Prefecture on April 26, 2026, as a wildfire continues to rage in the northeastern Japan town.

Wildfire in Iwate Pref.

Wildfire in Iwate Pref.

A wildfire continues to rage near an expressway intersection in Otsuchi in Iwate Prefecture, northeastern Japan, on the evening of April 26, 2026.

Wildfire in Iwate Pref.

Wildfire in Iwate Pref.

A wildfire continues to rage near an expressway intersection in Otsuchi in Iwate Prefecture, northeastern Japan, on the evening of April 26, 2026.

Robot police officer in China

CHANGZHOU, China, April 20 Kyodo - An AI-powered robot police officer directs vehicles at an intersection in Changzhou in Jiangsu Province, China, on April 11, 2026. (Kyodo)

US: Wildfire Destroys Homes in Brantley County, Georgia, Mandatory Evacuations Ordered

A massive wildfire in Brantley County, Georgia has exploded to 5,000+ acres by Wednesday afternoon, April 22 destroying dozens of homes, and forcing mandatory evacuations. This video shows the fire seen from Satilla Grocery near the intersection of Georgia State Route 110 and US Route 82 on Tuesday, April 21.

Robot police officer in China

Robot police officer in China

An AI-powered robot police officer directs vehicles at an intersection in Changzhou in Jiangsu Province, China, on April 11, 2026.

Robot police officer in China

Robot police officer in China

An AI-powered robot police officer directs vehicles at an intersection in Changzhou in Jiangsu Province, China, on April 11, 2026.

Robot police officer in China

Robot police officer in China

An AI-powered robot police officer directs vehicles at an intersection in Changzhou in Jiangsu Province, China, on April 11, 2026.

Robot police officer in China

Robot police officer in China

An AI-powered robot police officer directs vehicles at an intersection in Changzhou in Jiangsu Province, China, on April 11, 2026.

China: Two Cars Collide at Intersection, Nearly Hit Pedestrian in Hunan

A pedestrian in Taoyuan County, China, narrowly escaped injury on December 21, 2025, after two cars collided at full speed at a busy intersection and slid toward bystanders. The person calmly walked through the gap between the spinning vehicles and continued on, completely unhurt.

Japan: Water Shoots 10 Meters Into Air After Pipe Accident

Water erupted from an underground water pipe at an intersection in Kawaguchi, Saitama Prefecture on Thursday morning, February 12, shooting up to around 10 meters and flooding nearby roads, which were closed to traffic. The prefectural authorities said the incident may have been caused by a contractor’s mistake during air valve replacement work.

No. of foreign visitors to Japan tops 40 mil.

No. of foreign visitors to Japan tops 40 mil.

Foreign tourists take a picture at the famous scramble intersection in Tokyo's Shibuya area on Jan. 20, 2026. The number of foreign visitors to Japan surged 16 percent to an estimated 42.7 million in 2025, exceeding 40 million for the first time.

No. of foreign visitors to Japan tops 40 mil.

No. of foreign visitors to Japan tops 40 mil.

Foreign tourists take a picture at the famous scramble intersection in Tokyo's Shibuya area on Jan. 20, 2026. The number of foreign visitors to Japan surged 16 percent to an estimated 42.7 million in 2025, exceeding 40 million for the first time.

China: Electric Scooter Suddenly Catches Fire at Busy Intersection in Huizhou

A woman waiting at a red light in Huizhou, Guangdong, faced a dangerous situation on Monday, January 5, when her electric scooter unexpectedly caught fire. Thick white smoke rapidly poured out from the battery area.

Los Angeles Demonstration Solidarity Iranian Protesters

Los Angeles Demonstration Solidarity Iranian Protesters

A demonstrator carries an Iranian flag while crossing an intersection during a protest against the Iranian government in solidarity with people in Iran, in Woodland Hills, Calif., Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026. Photo by David Pashaee/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Los Angeles Demonstration Solidarity Iranian Protesters

Los Angeles Demonstration Solidarity Iranian Protesters

Demonstrators wave Iranian flags while crossing an intersection during a protest against the Iranian government in solidarity with people in Iran, in Woodland Hills, Calif., Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026. Photo by David Pashaee/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Los Angeles Demonstration Solidarity Iranian Protesters

Los Angeles Demonstration Solidarity Iranian Protesters

Demonstrators gather at an intersection waving Iranian flags during a protest against the Iranian government in solidarity with people in Iran, in Woodland Hills, Calif., Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026. Photo by David Pashaee/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Los Angeles Demonstration Solidarity Iranian Protesters

Los Angeles Demonstration Solidarity Iranian Protesters

Demonstrators gather at an intersection waving Iranian flags during a protest against the Iranian government in solidarity with people in Iran, in Woodland Hills, Calif., Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026. Photo by David Pashaee/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

China: Traffic Police Officer Helps Dog Cross Road, Dog Follows Him Back

On December 23, 2025, in Liaoning, China, a traffic police officer was filmed helping a small dog cross a busy road after the animal approached him. After carrying the dog to safety, the officer returned to direct traffic, with the dog following him back into the intersection and staying by his side.

US: Vigil Held in Minneapolis for Woman Killed by ICE Agent

Hundreds to thousands of people gathered at the intersection of Portland Avenue and East 34th Street in south Minneapolis for a candlelight vigil honoring Renee Nicole Good, 37, who was shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent during a confrontation earlier Wednesday, January 7.

Heavy Rain Causes Red Alert For Aniene River - Rome

Heavy Rain Causes Red Alert For Aniene River - Rome

Aniene River flooding. Pictured: Via Tiburtina exit, near the Togliatti-Tiburtina intersection. Rome, Italy on January 7, 2026. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Heavy Rain Causes Red Alert For Aniene River - Rome

Heavy Rain Causes Red Alert For Aniene River - Rome

Aniene River flooding. Pictured: Via Tiburtina exit, near the Togliatti-Tiburtina intersection. Rome, Italy on January 7, 2026. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Heavy Rain Causes Red Alert For Aniene River - Rome

Heavy Rain Causes Red Alert For Aniene River - Rome

Aniene River flooding. Pictured: Via Tiburtina exit, near the Togliatti-Tiburtina intersection. Rome, Italy on January 7, 2026. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Heavy Rain Causes Red Alert For Aniene River - Rome

Heavy Rain Causes Red Alert For Aniene River - Rome

Aniene River flooding. Pictured: Via Tiburtina exit, near the Togliatti-Tiburtina intersection. Rome, Italy on January 7, 2026. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Heavy Rain Causes Red Alert For Aniene River - Rome

Heavy Rain Causes Red Alert For Aniene River - Rome

Aniene River flooding. Pictured: Via Tiburtina exit, near the Togliatti-Tiburtina intersection. Rome, Italy on January 7, 2026. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Heavy Rain Causes Red Alert For Aniene River - Rome

Heavy Rain Causes Red Alert For Aniene River - Rome

Aniene River flooding. Pictured: Via Tiburtina exit, near the Togliatti-Tiburtina intersection. Rome, Italy on January 7, 2026. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Heavy Rain Causes Red Alert For Aniene River - Rome

Heavy Rain Causes Red Alert For Aniene River - Rome

Aniene River flooding. Pictured: Via Tiburtina exit, near the Togliatti-Tiburtina intersection. Rome, Italy on January 7, 2026. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Heavy Rain Causes Red Alert For Aniene River - Rome

Heavy Rain Causes Red Alert For Aniene River - Rome

Aniene River flooding. Pictured: Via Tiburtina exit, near the Togliatti-Tiburtina intersection. Rome, Italy on January 7, 2026. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Heavy Rain Causes Red Alert For Aniene River - Rome

Heavy Rain Causes Red Alert For Aniene River - Rome

Aniene River flooding. Pictured: Via Tiburtina exit, near the Togliatti-Tiburtina intersection. Rome, Italy on January 7, 2026. Photo by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

Massive Power Outage Creates Chaos In San Francisco - USA

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

China: Traffic Officer Stops Cars to Help Kitten Cross Road in Qinghai

On November 24, 2025, in Qinghai, western China, a touching moment warmed the cold winter day. At an intersection, a traffic police officer noticed a tiny kitten trying to cross the zebra line. He slowed down the traffic and patiently waited as the kitten trotted behind him, safely making it to the other side. Only after confirming the kitten was out of danger did the officer signal the vehicles to proceed. Drivers and passersby were moved by his kindness, praising him online as “the warmest policeman in winter.”

Floodwaters in Abbotsford - Canada

Floodwaters in Abbotsford - Canada

Floodwaters surround an intersection of road and train tracks in Abbotsford, B.C., on Friday, December 12, 2025. Photo by Ethan Cairns/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Several cars are stacked in a scrapyard affected by a fire on November 19, 2025, in San Martín de la Vega, Madrid (Spain). The fire has already burned several vehicles and threatens to spread to other nearby buildings in the complex. The flames have originated around 7.15 a.m. in a scrapyard located at the intersection of the streets Cobre and Plomo, and up to 15 firefighters of the Community of Madrid have been displaced to the place. Photo by Carlos Lujan/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

A firefighter stands next to several cars piled up in a scrapyard affected by a fire, November 19, 2025, in San Martín de la Vega, Madrid (Spain). The fire has already burned several vehicles and threatens to spread to other nearby buildings in the complex. The flames have originated around 7.15 a.m. in a scrapyard located at the intersection of the streets Cobre and Plomo, and up to 15 firefighters of the Community of Madrid have been displaced to the place. Photo by Carlos Lujan/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

A firefighter stands next to several cars piled up in a scrapyard affected by a fire, November 19, 2025, in San Martín de la Vega, Madrid (Spain). The fire has already burned several vehicles and threatens to spread to other nearby buildings in the complex. The flames have originated around 7.15 a.m. in a scrapyard located at the intersection of the streets Cobre and Plomo, and up to 15 firefighters of the Community of Madrid have been displaced to the place. Photo by Carlos Lujan/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

A firefighter stands next to several cars piled up in a scrapyard affected by a fire, November 19, 2025, in San Martín de la Vega, Madrid (Spain). The fire has already burned several vehicles and threatens to spread to other nearby buildings in the complex. The flames have originated around 7.15 a.m. in a scrapyard located at the intersection of the streets Cobre and Plomo, and up to 15 firefighters of the Community of Madrid have been displaced to the place. Photo by Carlos Lujan/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Two firefighters stand next to several cars piled up in a scrapyard affected by a fire, on November 19, 2025, in San Martín de la Vega, Madrid (Spain). The fire has already burned several vehicles and threatens to spread to other nearby buildings in the complex. The flames have originated around 7.15 a.m. in a scrapyard located at the intersection of the streets Cobre and Plomo, and up to 15 firefighters of the Community of Madrid have been displaced to the place. Photo by Carlos Lujan/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Several cars are stacked in a scrapyard affected by a fire on November 19, 2025, in San Martín de la Vega, Madrid (Spain). The fire has already burned several vehicles and threatens to spread to other nearby buildings in the complex. The flames have originated around 7.15 a.m. in a scrapyard located at the intersection of the streets Cobre and Plomo, and up to 15 firefighters of the Community of Madrid have been displaced to the place. Photo by Carlos Lujan/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Two firefighters stand next to several cars piled up in a scrapyard affected by a fire, on November 19, 2025, in San Martín de la Vega, Madrid (Spain). The fire has already burned several vehicles and threatens to spread to other nearby buildings in the complex. The flames have originated around 7.15 a.m. in a scrapyard located at the intersection of the streets Cobre and Plomo, and up to 15 firefighters of the Community of Madrid have been displaced to the place. Photo by Carlos Lujan/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Firefighters and a truck next to several cars piled up at a scrapyard affected by a fire on November 19, 2025, in San Martín de la Vega, Madrid (Spain). The fire has already burned several vehicles and threatens to spread to other nearby buildings in the complex. The flames have originated around 7.15 a.m. in a scrapyard located at the intersection of the streets Cobre and Plomo, and up to 15 firefighters of the Community of Madrid have been displaced to the place. Photo by Carlos Lujan/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Firefighters and a truck next to several cars piled up at a scrapyard affected by a fire on November 19, 2025, in San Martín de la Vega, Madrid (Spain). The fire has already burned several vehicles and threatens to spread to other nearby buildings in the complex. The flames have originated around 7.15 a.m. in a scrapyard located at the intersection of the streets Cobre and Plomo, and up to 15 firefighters of the Community of Madrid have been displaced to the place. Photo by Carlos Lujan/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Firefighters stand next to several cars piled up at a scrapyard affected by a fire on November 19, 2025, in San Martín de la Vega, Madrid (Spain). The fire has already burned several vehicles and threatens to spread to other nearby buildings in the complex. The flames have originated around 7.15 a.m. in a scrapyard located at the intersection of the streets Cobre and Plomo, and up to 15 firefighters of the Community of Madrid have been displaced to the place. Photo by Carlos Lujan/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Two firefighters stand next to several cars piled up in a scrapyard affected by a fire, on November 19, 2025, in San Martín de la Vega, Madrid (Spain). The fire has already burned several vehicles and threatens to spread to other nearby buildings in the complex. The flames have originated around 7.15 a.m. in a scrapyard located at the intersection of the streets Cobre and Plomo, and up to 15 firefighters of the Community of Madrid have been displaced to the place. Photo by Carlos Lujan/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Two firefighters stand next to several cars piled up in a scrapyard affected by a fire, on November 19, 2025, in San Martín de la Vega, Madrid (Spain). The fire has already burned several vehicles and threatens to spread to other nearby buildings in the complex. The flames have originated around 7.15 a.m. in a scrapyard located at the intersection of the streets Cobre and Plomo, and up to 15 firefighters of the Community of Madrid have been displaced to the place. Photo by Carlos Lujan/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Several cars are stacked in a scrapyard affected by a fire on November 19, 2025, in San Martín de la Vega, Madrid (Spain). The fire has already burned several vehicles and threatens to spread to other nearby buildings in the complex. The flames have originated around 7.15 a.m. in a scrapyard located at the intersection of the streets Cobre and Plomo, and up to 15 firefighters of the Community of Madrid have been displaced to the place. Photo by Carlos Lujan/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Several cars are stacked in a scrapyard affected by a fire on November 19, 2025, in San Martín de la Vega, Madrid (Spain). The fire has already burned several vehicles and threatens to spread to other nearby buildings in the complex. The flames have originated around 7.15 a.m. in a scrapyard located at the intersection of the streets Cobre and Plomo, and up to 15 firefighters of the Community of Madrid have been displaced to the place. Photo by Carlos Lujan/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Several cars are stacked in a scrapyard affected by a fire on November 19, 2025, in San Martín de la Vega, Madrid (Spain). The fire has already burned several vehicles and threatens to spread to other nearby buildings in the complex. The flames have originated around 7.15 a.m. in a scrapyard located at the intersection of the streets Cobre and Plomo, and up to 15 firefighters of the Community of Madrid have been displaced to the place. Photo by Carlos Lujan/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

Scrapyard Fire - Spain

A firefighter stands next to several cars piled up in a scrapyard affected by a fire, November 19, 2025, in San Martín de la Vega, Madrid (Spain). The fire has already burned several vehicles and threatens to spread to other nearby buildings in the complex. The flames have originated around 7.15 a.m. in a scrapyard located at the intersection of the streets Cobre and Plomo, and up to 15 firefighters of the Community of Madrid have been displaced to the place. Photo by Carlos Lujan/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Ramming and Stabbing Attack at the Gush Etzion Junction - West Bank

Ramming and Stabbing Attack at the Gush Etzion Junction - West Bank

Security forces cordon off the scene of a ramming and stabbing attack at the Gush Etzion Junction, a major intersection in a settlement bloc south of Jerusalem, in the occupied West Bank, Nov. 18, 2025. An Israeli man was killed and three others wounded in a ramming and stabbing attack in the occupied West Bank on Tuesday, carried out by two Palestinian suspects who were subsequently shot dead by security forces, Israeli officials said. (Photo by Jamal Awad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)