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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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Japan: Tow Truck Crashes Into Utility Pole on Downhill Road in Kobe

A tow truck collided with a utility pole on a steep downhill road in Nada Ward, Kobe, on the night of August 20. At least one person was lightly injured.

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US: Roaring Thunder and Lightning Strike Pensacola, Florida

Heavy rain and darkened skies swept over Pensacola, Florida, on August 19, as thunderstorms rolled through the Gulf Coast region, with flashes of lightning and loud claps of thunder throughout the video. This video shows dark storm clouds, rain, and lightning flashing outside an apartment window as thunder rumbles overhead during the storm.

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US: Clashes Erupt as Jake Lang Attends Dearborn City Council Meeting 4

Several people were arrested outside Dearborn's Henry Ford Centennial Library on Tuesday, August 18, as riot police broke up crowds ahead of a City Council meeting attended by far-right activist Jake Lang. Demonstrators clashed for hours beforehand, with Lang's supporters calling for Muslims to be deported. Police set up a perimeter between the groups and limited entry to the library, while some protesters remained outside throughout the meeting.

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US: Clashes Erupt as Jake Lang Attends Dearborn City Council Meeting 5

Several people were arrested outside Dearborn's Henry Ford Centennial Library on Tuesday, August 18, as riot police broke up crowds ahead of a City Council meeting attended by far-right activist Jake Lang. Demonstrators clashed for hours beforehand, with Lang's supporters calling for Muslims to be deported. Police set up a perimeter between the groups and limited entry to the library, while some protesters remained outside throughout the meeting.

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US: Clashes Erupt as Jake Lang Attends Dearborn City Council Meeting

Several people were arrested outside Dearborn's Henry Ford Centennial Library on Tuesday, August 18, as riot police broke up crowds ahead of a City Council meeting attended by far-right activist Jake Lang. Demonstrators clashed for hours beforehand, with Lang's supporters calling for Muslims to be deported. Police set up a perimeter between the groups and limited entry to the library, while some protesters remained outside throughout the meeting.

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US: Clashes Erupt as Jake Lang Attends Dearborn City Council Meeting 2

Several people were arrested outside Dearborn's Henry Ford Centennial Library on Tuesday, August 18, as riot police broke up crowds ahead of a City Council meeting attended by far-right activist Jake Lang. Demonstrators clashed for hours beforehand, with Lang's supporters calling for Muslims to be deported. Police set up a perimeter between the groups and limited entry to the library, while some protesters remained outside throughout the meeting.

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US: Clashes Erupt as Jake Lang Attends Dearborn City Council Meeting 3

Several people were arrested outside Dearborn's Henry Ford Centennial Library on Tuesday, August 18, as riot police broke up crowds ahead of a City Council meeting attended by far-right activist Jake Lang. Demonstrators clashed for hours beforehand, with Lang's supporters calling for Muslims to be deported. Police set up a perimeter between the groups and limited entry to the library, while some protesters remained outside throughout the meeting.

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Spain: Magnitude 4.9 Earthquake Hits Granada 4

A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck near Granada, Tuesday, August 18, causing damage and injuring three people. The quake, centered in Alhendín, came days after a magnitude 5 tremor hit the same area on August 15, part of an ongoing seismic swarm across Andalusia. This video shows people gathering outside after the earthquake struck.

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1st Google store outside U.S.

1st Google store outside U.S.

Photo taken during a media preview in Tokyo on Aug. 10, 2026, shows the interior of Google Store Omotesando, the tech giant's first official store outside the United States, ahead of its opening on Aug. 13.

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1st Google store outside U.S.

1st Google store outside U.S.

Photo taken during a media preview in Tokyo on Aug. 10, 2026, shows the interior of Google Store Omotesando, the tech giant's first official store outside the United States, ahead of its opening on Aug. 13.

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Total Solar Eclipse Dazzles Skywatchers Across Europe, Arctic Region 2

A total solar eclipse dazzled skies over parts of Europe on Wednesday, August 12, with prime viewing in Iceland, northern Spain, and northeastern Portugal. A partial eclipse was visible in parts of the northern US, Canada, and much of Europe and northwestern Africa.

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China: Typhoon Winds Shatter Glass Door in Shanghai

A man in Shanghai was startled on August 9, 2026, when powerful typhoon winds shattered a glass door as he stepped outside to test the storm's strength. The sudden crash sent him jumping back before he moved quickly away from the doorway. He later warned others not to go outside during typhoons.

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Colombia: Strong Earthquake Felt Across Much of Country 6

The earthquake in Colombia on Monday, August 10, occurred at 7:34 a.m. local time, with a magnitude of 7.4 and its epicenter in San Jose del Palmar, Choco. The tremor was felt across much of the country. According to reports, at least 111 people were killed and 87 injured as of this writing.

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US: High Winds and Heavy Rain Batter Canton, Georgia

A thunderstorm tore through a residential neighborhood in Canton, Georgia, on Saturday evening, August 8, bringing high winds and heavy rain. The video, recorded around 8:45 p.m., showed swaying trees and reduced visibility outside a home.

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UK: Large Fire Breaks Out at Sutton Courtenay Landfill Near Didcot, Oxfordshire

A large fire broke out at the Sutton Courtenay landfill site near Didcot, Oxfordshire, on Sunday, August 9, sending a heavy smoke plume across the area.

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China: Gorilla Reacts to Visitor’s Handstand Outside Glass Enclosure

On July 16, 2026, a visitor performed a handstand on the viewing platform outside a gorilla enclosure at a zoo in Changchun, Jilin. The gorilla noticed the movement, became excited, and repeatedly jumped and slapped the glass, appearing curious about the display.

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Spain: Wildfire Smoke Blankets Madrid Region

Wildfire smoke blanketed parts of the Community of Madrid region on Friday, July 24, triggering poor air quality and low visibility. Madrid's Emergency Service urged residents to limit outdoor activity, close windows, and wear masks if going outside.

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Spain: Poor Air Quality Hits Millions as Wildfire Smoke Covers Madrid

Smoke from the wildfires blanketed the capital on Friday, July 24, triggering fire alarms in some office buildings and affecting millions with poor air quality and low visibility. Madrid's Emergency Service urged residents to limit outdoor activity, close windows, and wear masks if going outside.

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China: Dog Covers Rice With Cloth Before Rain Arrives in Guangdong

A golden retriever in Guangdong, China, was filmed on July 21, 2026, covering rice drying outside with a cloth before rain arrived, after its owners asked it to protect the rice while they were away. Another dog watched as the task was completed.

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China: Cat Trapped Outside as Storm Pours Down in Shandong

In Shandong, a cat was filmed frantically pawing at a window on a terrace during a heavy downpour, desperately trying to get back inside on July 6.

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World Cup 2026 – Spain Fans Celebrate World Cup Win in New York

After Spain defeated Argentina in the World Cup final to claim their second title, Spain fans were seen celebrating in the streets of New York. The video was shot outside the Spanish restaurant "La Nacional" in Manhattan when Spain won the match.

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World Cup 2026 – Spain Fans Gather in Madison Square Garden Ahead of Final

Spain fans gathered in Madison Square Garden on Saturday, July 18 a day before the World Cup final.

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US: Thousands of Jay-Z Fans Stuck Outside Yankee Stadium Amid Gate Closures 4

Thousands of fans were left waiting outside Yankee Stadium on Sunday night, July 12, after security closed entrance gates ahead of Jay-Z's final concert of his three-night 30th anniversary series, with some concertgoers saying they were denied entry despite holding valid tickets. The show, originally set to start at 8 p.m., was delayed for hours. The gates reopened shortly before 10 p.m., and Jay-Z eventually took the stage around 12:15 a.m. The NYPD said it was looking into why access had been temporarily restricted.

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US: Thousands of Jay-Z Fans Stuck Outside Yankee Stadium Amid Gate Closures 3

Thousands of fans were left waiting outside Yankee Stadium on Sunday night, July 12, after security closed entrance gates ahead of Jay-Z's final concert of his three-night 30th anniversary series, with some concertgoers saying they were denied entry despite holding valid tickets. The show, originally set to start at 8 p.m., was delayed for hours. The gates reopened shortly before 10 p.m., and Jay-Z eventually took the stage around 12:15 a.m. The NYPD said it was looking into why access had been temporarily restricted.

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US: Thousands of Jay-Z Fans Stuck Outside Yankee Stadium Amid Gate Closures 2

Thousands of fans were left waiting outside Yankee Stadium on Sunday night, July 12, after security closed entrance gates ahead of Jay-Z's final concert of his three-night 30th anniversary series, with some concertgoers saying they were denied entry despite holding valid tickets. The show, originally set to start at 8 p.m., was delayed for hours. The gates reopened shortly before 10 p.m., and Jay-Z eventually took the stage around 12:15 a.m. The NYPD said it was looking into why access had been temporarily restricted.

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US: Thousands of Jay-Z Fans Stuck Outside Yankee Stadium Amid Gate Closures

Thousands of fans were left waiting outside Yankee Stadium on Sunday night, July 12, after security closed entrance gates ahead of Jay-Z's final concert of his three-night 30th anniversary series, with some concertgoers saying they were denied entry despite holding valid tickets. The show, originally set to start at 8 p.m., still had not begun as of 10:30 p.m., and the NYPD said it was looking into why access had been temporarily restricted.

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US: Hundreds Rally in San Francisco Against AI Race, Demand Training Pause

About 200 protesters marched through San Francisco on Saturday, moving from the offices of OpenAI to Anthropic and Google DeepMind to demand that the companies pause all new AI model training, citing concerns over rising rents, job losses, environmental harm and existential risk. The demonstration, organized by the group Stop the AI Race, drew a diverse crowd including students, AI researchers and longtime residents calling for greater regulation of the artificial intelligence industry.

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World Cup 2026 – Canada: Portugal Fans Gather Outside Toronto Hotel After Croatia Win 2

Fans gathered outside a hotel in Toronto where Portugal's players are staying, after the team beat Croatia to advance to the round of 16 on Thursday, July 2.

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World Cup 2026 – Canada: Cristiano Ronaldo Appears on Hotel Balcony After Toronto Win

Fans gathered outside a hotel in Toronto, where Portugal's players were staying, after the team beat Croatia to advance to the Round of 16 on Thursday, July 2. Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo and his teammates appeared on the hotel balcony to greet the crowd of supporters gathered below.

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World Cup 2026 – Canada: Portugal Fans Gather Outside Toronto Hotel After Croatia Win

Fans gathered outside a hotel in Toronto where Portugal's players are staying, after the team beat Croatia to advance to the round of 16 on Thursday, July 2. Video footage shows the crowd outside the hotel, with the person who filmed the video identifying a figure greeting fans from a window as Cristiano Ronaldo.

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World Cup 2026 – USA Fans Pack SoFi Stadium Ahead of Group D Finale Against Turkey

USA fans in red, white, and blue gathered outside SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group D finale against Turkey on Thursday, June 25.

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan's Empress Masako (L) and Belgium's Queen Mathilde speak with children from a local Japanese school outside Brussels City Hall in Brussels on June 23, 2026, during the Japanese imperial couple's official visit to Belgium. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

(From L) Belgium's King Philippe, Japan's Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako and Queen Mathilde meet children from a local Japanese school outside the Brussels City Hall on June 23, 2026, in Brussels, during the Japanese imperial couple's official visit to Belgium. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

(From L) Belgium's King Philippe, Japan's Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako and Queen Mathilde meet children from a local Japanese school outside the Brussels City Hall on June 23, 2026, in Brussels, during the Japanese imperial couple's official visit to Belgium. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (2nd from L) and Empress Masako (far R) attend an official welcome ceremony with Belgium's King Philippe and Queen Mathilde outside the Royal Palace of Brussels on June 23, 2026, as part of the Japanese imperial couple's official visit to Belgium. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (C, L) and Empress Masako (far L) pose for a photo with Belgium's King Philippe and Queen Mathilde outside the Royal Palace of Brussels on June 23, 2026, during an official welcome ceremony for the Japanese imperial couple as part of their official visit to Belgium. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

(From L) Japan's Emperor Naruhito, Belgium's King Philippe, Empress Masako and Queen Mathilde walk on the red carpet outside the Royal Palace of Brussels on June 23, 2026, in Brussels, during an official welcome ceremony as part of the Japanese imperial couple's official visit to Belgium. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

(From L) Japan's Emperor Naruhito, Belgium's King Philippe, Empress Masako and Queen Mathilde walk on the red carpet outside the Royal Palace of Brussels on June 23, 2026, in Brussels, during an official welcome ceremony as part of the Japanese imperial couple's official visit to Belgium. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (2nd from L) and Empress Masako (far R) attend an official welcome ceremony with Belgium's King Philippe and Queen Mathilde outside the Royal Palace of Brussels on June 23, 2026, as part of the Japanese imperial couple's official visit to Belgium. (Pool photo)

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World Cup 2026 – US: New Yorkers Gather Outside Pizzeria to Watch Match

New Yorkers gathered outside Little Italy Pizza in Manhattan, New York, on Thursday night to watch a FIFA World Cup 2026 match.

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US: Severe Storms Bring Tornado Threats, Power Outages to Central Indiana 3

Severe storms swept through central Indiana on Tuesday, June 16, triggering tornado warnings and severe thunderstorm warnings across multiple counties as a 36-hour weather impact alert took effect. A tornado briefly touched down in Putnam County, and power outages affected thousands of residents across the region.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Demonstrators, many of them Iranian Americans, gather waving Iran's pre-revolutionary flags outside Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, California, on June 15, 2026, before a World Cup football match between Iran and New Zealand later in the day.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Demonstrators, many of them Iranian Americans, gather waving Iran's pre-revolutionary flags outside Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, California, on June 15, 2026, before a World Cup football match between Iran and New Zealand later in the day.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Demonstrators, many of them Iranian Americans, gather waving Iran's pre-revolutionary flags outside Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, California, on June 15, 2026, before a World Cup football match between Iran and New Zealand later in the day.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Demonstrators, many of them Iranian Americans, gather waving Iran's pre-revolutionary flags outside Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, California, on June 15, 2026, before a World Cup football match between Iran and New Zealand later in the day.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Demonstrators, many of them Iranian Americans, gather waving Iran's pre-revolutionary flags outside Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, California, on June 15, 2026, before a World Cup football match between Iran and New Zealand later in the day.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Demonstrators, many of them Iranian Americans, gather waving Iran's pre-revolutionary flags outside Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, California, on June 15, 2026, before a World Cup football match between Iran and New Zealand later in the day.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Demonstrators, many of them Iranian Americans, gather waving Iran's pre-revolutionary flags outside Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, California, on June 15, 2026, before a World Cup football match between Iran and New Zealand later in the day.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Demonstrators, many of them Iranian Americans, gather waving Iran's pre-revolutionary flags outside Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, California, on June 15, 2026, before a World Cup football match between Iran and New Zealand later in the day.

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