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China: Man Rescues Drowning Labrador Using Zip Tie Loop

On Wednesday, September 16, a man in Guilin, Guangxi, stood on a riverbank and tried several ways to reach a Labrador struggling in the water. After his earlier attempts failed, he linked zip ties into a large loop and lowered it toward the dog. He adjusted the loop repeatedly until it was secured around the dog, then pulled the exhausted Labrador to the bank and lifted it onto dry ground.

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China: Blue Sheep Makes Daring Leap Across Rushing River in Hohhot

On September 14, in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia, a blue sheep was stranded on a rock as strong currents rushed around it. It stood still for several moments, looking toward the opposite bank for a place to cross. After hesitating and shifting its position, it backed up slightly for a running start, then charged forward and jumped over the rushing water.

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China: Man Frees Cow Trapped in Wire Fence During Road Trip

On September 18, in Keketuohai, Xinjiang, a man on a road trip was filmed helping a brown cow trapped behind a wire fence. The cow's head was tightly tangled in the wire, leaving it unable to free itself. The man reached through the fence and gripped the wires around its horns and head. He pulled hard to untangle or break the wire and free the distressed animal.

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China: Golden Retriever Meets Spotted Seal at Sea

On September 18, 2026, on Dachangshan Island in Dalian, Liaoning, a golden retriever met a spotted seal named Nana, a national first-class protected animal in China. The seal slowly swam toward the dog and raised its head for a closer look. The golden retriever appeared surprised and remained almost motionless in the water. The video ends with a group of beachgoers filming the spotted seal, as it was a rare sight.

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India: 300-Kg Crocodile Captured Near Kodayar River

Forest officials captured a roughly 300-kg crocodile that had been spotted near the Kodayar River over the past nine months. Using a large net, the team pulled the reptile from dense riverbank vegetation and took it to the Zero Point Forest Department office for further decisions.

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Spain: Wildfire Breaks Out Between Llera and Las Vaguadas in Badajoz

A wildfire broke out between Barriada de Llera and Las Vaguadas in Badajoz on Tuesday night, September 22, burning about 15 hectares. Firefighters extinguished the blaze before it spread to nearby residential areas.

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India: Leopard Rescued From Deep Farm Well in Narmada

A leopard that fell into a deep farm well near Kunbar Eco Tourism in Dediapada, Narmada, was rescued on September 20. Forest officials used ropes and a cot to pull it out and secured it in a rescue cage before releasing it into the forest.

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India: Elephant Calf Rescued from Teesta River by Fishermen

Fishermen rescued an elephant calf drifting in the Teesta River near Gajoldoba, West Bengal, and handed it to Forest Department officials, who later reunited it with its mother in the forest.

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Iran: Unidentified Object Hovers Over Tehran Night Sky

An unidentified object with multicoloured lights was seen hovering over Tehran, Iran, on September 20, reportedly near the Azadegan Expressway. Its size, altitude, distance and speed remain unconfirmed, and Iranian authorities have not identified it.

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Japan: Manhole Bursts With Water as Typhoon Dujuan Brings Heavy Rain

A powerful Typhoon Dujuan brought heavy rain to a wide swath of Japan's Pacific coast on Monday, September 21, and flooding was reported in several areas. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a Level 5 special warning for landslides in Oshima Town in the Izu Islands. It also issued Level 2 to 4 heavy rain warnings across the Kanto-Koshin region. This video shows water forcefully gushing out of a manhole in Yokohama due to heavy rain.

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Turkey: Severe Thunderstorm Hits Trabzon, Causing Flooding

Severe thunderstorm hit Trabzon, Turkey, on Friday, September 18, bringing heavy rain and flooding major roads and the airport grounds. It stranded vehicles in the area and caused a retaining wall to collapse in the Yalıncak neighborhood. No casualties have been reported.

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Netherlands: Thousands Gather for Stand Up for Israel Rally at Dam Square

Pro-Israel supporters gathered in Amsterdam's Dam Square on Friday, September 18, for a Stand Up for Israel rally. During the rally, a large Palestinian flag was unfurled from a balcony of a nearby H&M building, and the demonstrators pulled it down. Pro-Palestinian activists ignored a city ban on counter-demonstrations, leading police to detain them.

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Float-pulling festival in Osaka Pref.

A man stands on a "Danjiri" float as people pull it through the streets of Kishiwada in the western Japan prefecture of Osaka on Sept. 19, 2026, the first day of the two-day Danjiri festival, dubbed Japan's most dangerous festival, dating back about 300 years.

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India: IT Employee Carries Rescued Python Away From Office Campus in Hyderabad

A python was spotted near an IT company campus close to Durgam Cheruvu in Hyderabad, Telangana, on the night of September 17. Visuals show an employee carrying the coiled reptile before riding off on a scooter to relocate it.

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China: Massive Boulder Crashes into Pavilion at Tangshan Scenic Spot

A massive boulder tumbled down a mountainside at a scenic area in Yutian County, Tangshan, Hebei, on May 27, 2026, smashing into a pavilion and destroying it in a cloud of dust. Nearby tourists quickly fled and narrowly avoided being hit. A witness estimated the boulder measured two to three meters in diameter. Authorities barred access to the affected area while handling the aftermath.

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China: Boy Destroys Courtyard Wall in Scooter Crash

This is the moment a nine-year-old boy lost control of an electric scooter and crashed into a courtyard wall in China, causing it to collapse. The video, filmed on September 12, 2026, in Guiyang, Guizhou, shows the boy riding the scooter around the courtyard before losing control and heading straight for the wall. The scooter slammed into the structure, sending a large section of the wall toppling over, with bricks and debris crashing to the ground seconds later. The wall was left in ruins, though no one was struck or injured by the falling debris.

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US: Wildfire Destroys Two Homes in La Habra Heights, California

A fast-moving wildfire destroyed two homes and damaged another in La Habra Heights, California, on Monday afternoon, September 14, as hundreds of firefighters battled the flames from the ground and air after it raced up a steep hillside toward homes on Casolera Drive. By evening, forward progress on the 17.2-acre Palos Fire had been stopped and it was 41% contained, with evacuation orders and warnings for the area lifted.

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China: Stray Cat Swims Across River to Reach Waiting Rescuer

On August 23, 2026, in Xiaogan, Hubei, a stray cat was seen swimming across a river to reach a resident waiting on the opposite bank. The resident, who had spotted the cat and wanted to take it home, later had it examined by a vet after its determined swim.

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"Resident registration" for statue at northeastern Japan city museum

Towada Mayor Yuriko Sakurada (L) and Towada Art Center head Yukiko Shikata pose in front of a 4-meter-tall statue while holding the statue's "residency card" at the museum in Towada in Aomori Prefecture, northeastern Japan, on Sept. 11, 2026. The city conferred the status on Standing Woman, created by Australian modern art artist Ron Mueck, as it has been on display at the museum since its opening in 2008.

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China: Elephant Covers Its Head With Grass Like Green Hat

On April 30, 2026, at Chimelong Safari Park in Guangzhou, Guangdong, an Asian elephant named Maria used her trunk to pick up grass and toss it onto her own head. She repeated the motion until the grass spread across her head like a green hat, appearing to fashion her own sunshade.

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China: Girl’s Hydrogen Balloon Bursts Into Flames After Static Spark

On September 9, 2026, in Jinan, Shandong, a girl's hydrogen balloon burst into flames after she accidentally punctured it with her chin and then touched it with her hand. Her parent believed static electricity triggered the ignition, and the girl escaped without injury.

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China: Cat Groomed Into Dinosaur-Style Haircut

A cat in Fuzhou, Fujian, was groomed into the shape of a dinosaur, filmed on May 13, 2026. The fur on its back was trimmed into stegosaurus-like spikes, while its belly and sides were shaved bare. The cat appeared reluctant about its new look, standing up with a resigned expression as its owner teased it.

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China: Disabled Cat Walks on Front Paws in Handstand

Filmed on July 27, 2025, in Urumqi, Xinjiang, this video captures the unique and inspiring journey of a cat named Nunu. Born with a congenital deformity that left its hind legs unable to function, Nunu was rescued from the streets and has since taught itself to navigate the world in a truly remarkable way. The footage shows Nunu moving down a hallway entirely on its front paws in a perfect handstand. With its hind legs lifted and suspended in the air, Nunu uses its two front paws to bear its entire body weight, alternating them in a steady, rhythmic motion to propel itself forward. Its front legs are visibly strong and muscular, allowing it to maintain a steady balance and walk with surprising agility. The video beautifully highlights Nunu's incredible resilience and optimistic spirit, turning a severe physical challenge into a heartwarming display of strength and determination.

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China: Towering Dust Devil Sweeps Through Qinghai Desert Scenic Area 2

A towering dust devil swept across sand dunes at Heidushan Scenic Area in Haixi Mongol and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai, on September 1, 2026, drawing large amounts of sand and dust high into the air as it moved across the desert landscape.

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China: Towering Dust Devil Sweeps Through Qinghai Desert Scenic Area

A towering dust devil swept across sand dunes at Heidushan Scenic Area in Haixi Mongol and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai, on September 1, 2026, drawing large amounts of sand and dust high into the air as it moved across the desert landscape.

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US: Crews Battle Peteetneet Fire Near Nebo Loop Road in Utah

The Peteetneet Fire, initially known as the Payson Fire, ignited Sunday, September 6, near Nebo Loop Road in Payson, Utah. It grew to an estimated 45 acres before crews halted its advance overnight. The blaze was 60% contained by Monday morning, with no impact to infrastructure.

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China: Woman Crushed by Falling Sign While Walking Down Stairs

A woman was struck by a falling advertising sign while walking down a flight of outdoor steps in Lhasa, Tibet, on May 10, 2026. The large sign toppled over beside her and knocked her off balance, sending her tumbling down several steps as it fell on top of her.

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Argentina: Rare Graupel Storm Coats Bahía Blanca in White

A hailstorm and brief snowfall hit Bahía Blanca and surrounding areas in Argentina on Friday night, leaving a layer of white accumulation on streets and sidewalks for several minutes. Meteorologists identified the phenomenon as graupel, a soft, small ice pellet formed when raindrops freeze, distinguishing it from harder, more damaging hail.

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China: Startled Guinea Pig Hides Inside Man’s Trouser Leg

On February 21, 2026, in Qinzhou, Guangxi, a video showed a pet guinea pig scrambling into its owner's trouser leg after being startled by nearby firecrackers, then refusing to come out despite his attempts to coax it free.

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China: Woman Catches Baby Moments Before It Falls From Carrier

Security camera footage captured the moment a baby nearly slipped out of a back carrier in Wenzhou, Zhejiang, before a woman sitting nearby lunged forward and caught the baby just before it hit the floor.

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US: Tropical Storm Edouard Brings Severe Weather, Heavy Rain to Texas

Tropical Storm Edouard made landfall near Johnson Bayou along the Louisiana coast on Tuesday, September 1, with maximum sustained winds of 60 mph. The storm brought hurricane-strength wind gusts to the Port Arthur area near the Texas-Louisiana border as it came ashore. The storm weakened into a depression hours after the landfall.

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US: Tropical Storm Edouard Makes Landfall Near Louisiana-Texas Border 3

Tropical Storm Edouard made landfall near Johnson Bayou along the Louisiana coast on Tuesday, September 1, with maximum sustained winds of 60 mph. The storm brought hurricane-strength wind gusts to the Port Arthur area near the Texas-Louisiana border as it came ashore.

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China: Deer Kicks Man After Drinking His Baby’s Pomelo Juice

A deer at Fuxi Mountain Cloud Ranch in Zhengzhou, Henan province kicked a man and took his drink on July 5, 2026, after he offered it a taste of his baby's pomelo juice. The deer repeatedly approached seeking a sip before kicking him and taking the beverage.

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US: Tropical Storm Edouard Makes Landfall Near Louisiana-Texas Border 2

Tropical Storm Edouard made landfall near Johnson Bayou along the Louisiana coast on Tuesday, September 1, with maximum sustained winds of 60 mph. The storm brought hurricane-strength wind gusts to the Port Arthur area near the Texas-Louisiana border as it came ashore.

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US: Tropical Storm Edouard Makes Landfall Near Louisiana-Texas Border

Tropical Storm Edouard made landfall near Johnson Bayou along the Louisiana coast on Tuesday, September 1, with maximum sustained winds of 60 mph. The storm brought hurricane-strength wind gusts to the Port Arthur area near the Texas-Louisiana border as it came ashore.

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US: Powerful Storm Knocks Down Trees, Topples 34 Rail Cars in Lynndyl, Utah

A severe storm with winds reaching 70 to 90 mph, possibly close to 100 mph, tore through Lynndyl, Utah on Saturday, August 29. The storm damaged roughly 40 homes and knocked out power. It also ripped the roof off at least one house, downed multiple trees, and toppled 34 railroad cars. Authorities were investigating whether a tornado had touched down.

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China: Massive Waterspout Spotted off Coast of Wenzhou

A massive waterspout formed off the coast of Wenzhou, Zhejiang on August 25, connecting the sea to the clouds before rapidly dissipating as it neared shore, officials said.

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China: Two Dogs Team Up to Catch Snake in Lake

Two dogs swimming in a lake near Qianzhou Ancient City in Xiangxi, Hunan teamed up to chase down and catch a snake, then swam it ashore to their owner.

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China: Seal Waves Flipper at Visitor Through Glass in Zhuhai

A seal at an aquarium in Zhuhai, Guangdong waved its flipper back at a visitor who greeted it through the glass, delighting onlookers who joked the seal had become a professional greeter.

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Deep Partial Lunar Eclipse Observed Across Americas and Europe 6

On Thursday night into Friday, August 27-28, a deep partial lunar eclipse darkened nearly the entire moon, with 96% of its surface passing into Earth's shadow at the moment of greatest eclipse. The celestial event was visible across most of the Americas, as well as parts of Europe and Africa, making it the closest the world will come to a total lunar eclipse until the next one occurs in December 2028.

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Deep Partial Lunar Eclipse Observed Across Americas and Europe 7

On Thursday night into Friday, August 27-28, a deep partial lunar eclipse darkened nearly the entire moon, with 96% of its surface passing into Earth's shadow at the moment of greatest eclipse. The celestial event was visible across most of the Americas, as well as parts of Europe and Africa, making it the closest the world will come to a total lunar eclipse until the next one occurs in December 2028.

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Deep Partial Lunar Eclipse Observed Across Americas and Europe 8

On Thursday night into Friday, August 27-28, a deep partial lunar eclipse darkened nearly the entire moon, with 96% of its surface passing into Earth's shadow at the moment of greatest eclipse. The celestial event was visible across most of the Americas, as well as parts of Europe and Africa, making it the closest the world will come to a total lunar eclipse until the next one occurs in December 2028.

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Deep Partial Lunar Eclipse Observed Across Americas and Europe 5

On Thursday night into Friday, August 27-28, a deep partial lunar eclipse darkened nearly the entire moon, with 96% of its surface passing into Earth's shadow at the moment of greatest eclipse. The celestial event was visible across most of the Americas, as well as parts of Europe and Africa, making it the closest the world will come to a total lunar eclipse until the next one occurs in December 2028.

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Deep Partial Lunar Eclipse Observed Across Americas and Europe 4

On Thursday night into Friday, August 27-28, a deep partial lunar eclipse darkened nearly the entire moon, with 96% of its surface passing into Earth's shadow at the moment of greatest eclipse. The celestial event was visible across most of the Americas, as well as parts of Europe and Africa, making it the closest the world will come to a total lunar eclipse until 2028.

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Deep Partial Lunar Eclipse Observed Across Americas and Europe 3

On Thursday night into Friday, August 27-28, a deep partial lunar eclipse darkened nearly the entire moon, with 96% of its surface passing into Earth's shadow at the moment of greatest eclipse. The celestial event was visible across most of the Americas, as well as parts of Europe and Africa, making it the closest the world will come to a total lunar eclipse until 2028.

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Deep Partial Lunar Eclipse Observed Across Americas and Europe

On Thursday night into Friday, August 27-28, a deep partial lunar eclipse darkened nearly the entire moon, with 96% of its surface passing into Earth's shadow at the moment of greatest eclipse. The celestial event was visible across most of the Americas, as well as parts of Europe and Africa, making it the closest the world will come to a total lunar eclipse until 2028.

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China: Sudden Road Collapse Leaves Vehicle Inches From Danger in Mianyang, Sichuan

In Mianyang, Sichuan province, a road suddenly collapsed seconds after a large truck passed over it, forcing the driver of a following vehicle to brake sharply and stop just short of the newly formed sinkhole.

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China: Dog Refuses to Leave Yogurt Shop in Suzhou

In Suzhou, Jiangsu province, a dog refused to budge from outside a yogurt shop, lying down on the ground as its owner repeatedly tried to lead it away, until the owner gave in and took it inside for a treat.

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Torrential rain in central Japan

A vehicle is towed by a truck in Hakui in Ishikawa Prefecture, central Japan, after it was submerged following torrential rain.

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China: Cat Plays Badminton With Woman Through Window

A cat played badminton with a woman through a second-floor window at a pet shop in Zibo, Shandong, on August 3, 2026. Video shows the woman hitting a shuttlecock upward while the cat repeatedly batted it back down with its paw, continuing the exchange multiple times.