China: Swarm Of Gnats Fills The Golden Sunset Sky In Harbin, Heilongjiang

On September 14, 2024, in Harbin, Heilongjiang Province, northeastern China, a video captured a beautiful yet bothersome scene at sunset. As the golden evening light bathed the ground, the air filled with countless tiny gnats. The small insects swarmed in great numbers, dotting the sky and creating a challenge for those outdoors. Chinese netizens commented, “These gnats are so hard to get rid of—every year at this time, they fill the sky.

FKA Twigs Steps Out In A Grey Knit - NYC

FKA Twigs Steps Out In A Grey Knit - NYC

FKA Twigs steps out sporting a quirky wrap sweater co-ord and a pair of space boots on August 21, 2024 in New York City, NY, USA. Photo by Roger Wong/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

FKA Twigs Steps Out In A Grey Knit - NYC

FKA Twigs Steps Out In A Grey Knit - NYC

FKA Twigs steps out sporting a quirky wrap sweater co-ord and a pair of space boots on August 21, 2024 in New York City, NY, USA. Photo by Roger Wong/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

FKA Twigs Steps Out In A Grey Knit - NYC

FKA Twigs Steps Out In A Grey Knit - NYC

FKA Twigs steps out sporting a quirky wrap sweater co-ord and a pair of space boots on August 21, 2024 in New York City, NY, USA. Photo by Roger Wong/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

FKA Twigs Steps Out In A Grey Knit - NYC

FKA Twigs Steps Out In A Grey Knit - NYC

FKA Twigs steps out sporting a quirky wrap sweater co-ord and a pair of space boots on August 21, 2024 in New York City, NY, USA. Photo by Roger Wong/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

FKA Twigs Steps Out In A Grey Knit - NYC

FKA Twigs Steps Out In A Grey Knit - NYC

FKA Twigs steps out sporting a quirky wrap sweater co-ord and a pair of space boots on August 21, 2024 in New York City, NY, USA. Photo by Roger Wong/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

FKA Twigs Steps Out In A Grey Knit - NYC

FKA Twigs Steps Out In A Grey Knit - NYC

FKA Twigs steps out sporting a quirky wrap sweater co-ord and a pair of space boots on August 21, 2024 in New York City, NY, USA. Photo by Roger Wong/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

China: Electric Tricycle Pushed By Winds, Runs Off On Its Own During Rainstorm

On August 7, 2024, a comical scene was captured in Xian, Shaanxi Province, central China, when a sudden rainstorm descended. Amidst a cloudy backdrop, heavy rain hits the ground and splashes a dense mist of water, while a gusty wind blows the trees along the roadside to one side. During the storm, a tricycle parked outside the house of the filmer's grandfather appears abruptly in the video frame, driven by the wind and rain to slink down the slope and complete a comical escape by itself.

China: Burning Debris Flow Down Flooded River In Liaoning

On July 28, 2024, in Fushun, Liaoning, a northeastern province of China, a rare and startling natural spectacle occurred—fire floating on water. As heavy rains caused river levels to rise, piles of straws that had accumulated along the riverbank were swept downstream. Remarkably, some of this debris had caught fire, and the flames continued to burn as the straws floated along the current. This unusual occurrence of fire traveling on the water's surface, without being extinguished, produced thick black smoke and presented a frightening scene. According to the filmer Ms. Lin, the straw may have been artificially ignited to prevent excessive debris from piling up in the river along with the current and causing serious consequences.

China: Man Rides Jet Ski Through Flooded Streets In Shangqiu, Henan

On July 16, 2024, heavy rain caused urban road flooding in Shangqiu, Henan. A man drew attention as he stylishly navigated the flooded streets on a jet ski. A woman filming the flooded streets happened to capture the man riding a jet ski passing by. According to Shangqiu Daily, from 7:00 AM on July 15th to 6:00 PM on July 17th, the city experienced an average rainfall of 289.0 millimeters.

China: Ultra-Localized Rain Amazes Onlookers In Mianyang, Sichuan

Ultra-localized rain was observed in a housing estate in Mianyang, Sichuan on July 7, 2024. The rain only fell on a small portion of a street while the surrounding area remained dry. Ms. Yang was walking on the road when she unexpectedly encountered the rain. At first, she thought that nearby residents were pouring water from a building above. However, she soon realized that the rain was actually a localized phenomenon after she looked up, as she wasn't close to any buildings.

CES 2024 concludes in U.S. Las Vegas

STORY: CES 2024 concludes in U.S. Las Vegas SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 12, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 13, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:07 LOCATION: LAS VEGAS, U.S. CATEGORY: TECHNOLOGY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the CES 2024 STORYLINE: The 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the world's premier tech show, concluded in the U.S. city of Las Vegas on Friday, featuring the latest innovations in consumer technology. The four-day show drew more than 130,000 attendees and over 4,000 exhibitors from more than 150 countries and regions, including over 1,200 startups. Exhibitors showcased a blend of cutting-edge technologies, new launches and quirky gadgets at the show, revealing the latest trends and innovations in the consumer electronics industry. Top themes of this year's show included Artificial Intelligence, mobility, sustainability and innovations to solve some of the world's biggest challenges. Chinese companies have been important forces at CES in recent years, impressing global exhibitors with innovative products a

2024 Consumer Electronics Show concludes in U.S. Las Vegas

STORY: 2024 Consumer Electronics Show concludes in U.S. Las Vegas SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 9, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 13, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:08 LOCATION: LAS VEGAS, U.S. CATEGORY: TECHNOLOGY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the event 2. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): LIU CHUN, Vice President of China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Machinery and Electronic Products (CCCME) STORYLINE: The 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the world's premier tech show, concluded in the U.S. city of Las Vegas on Friday, featuring latest innovations in consumer electronics industries. The four-day show drew more than 130,000 attendees and over 4,000 exhibitors from more than 150 countries and regions, including over 1,200 startups. Exhibitors showcased a blend of cutting-edge technologies, new launches and quirky gadgets at the show. Meanwhile, Chinese companies have also unveiled a series of new tech products and solutions at the CES. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): LIU CHUN, Vice President of China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export o

Dutch Royals Visit To The Wadden Islands

Dutch Royals Visit To The Wadden Islands

WEST-TERSCHELLING King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima are visiting during a regional visit to the Wadden Islands in the provinces of North Holland and Fryslân. The Royal Couple will visit the islands of Texel, Vlieland, Terschelling, Ameland and Schiermonnikoog. Theater company Tryater: quirky and contemporary theater for young and old oerol Wadden Islands. May 9, 2023. Photo by Robin UtrechtABACAPRESS.COM

Dutch Royals Visit To The Wadden Islands

Dutch Royals Visit To The Wadden Islands

WEST-TERSCHELLING King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima are visiting during a regional visit to the Wadden Islands in the provinces of North Holland and Fryslân. The Royal Couple will visit the islands of Texel, Vlieland, Terschelling, Ameland and Schiermonnikoog. Theater company Tryater: quirky and contemporary theater for young and old oerol Wadden Islands. May 9, 2023. Photo by Robin UtrechtABACAPRESS.COM

Dutch Royals Visit To The Wadden Islands

Dutch Royals Visit To The Wadden Islands

WEST-TERSCHELLING King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima are visiting during a regional visit to the Wadden Islands in the provinces of North Holland and Fryslân. The Royal Couple will visit the islands of Texel, Vlieland, Terschelling, Ameland and Schiermonnikoog. Theater company Tryater: quirky and contemporary theater for young and old oerol Wadden Islands. May 9, 2023. Photo by Robin UtrechtABACAPRESS.COM

Dutch Royals Visit To The Wadden Islands

Dutch Royals Visit To The Wadden Islands

WEST-TERSCHELLING King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima are visiting during a regional visit to the Wadden Islands in the provinces of North Holland and Fryslân. The Royal Couple will visit the islands of Texel, Vlieland, Terschelling, Ameland and Schiermonnikoog. Theater company Tryater: quirky and contemporary theater for young and old oerol Wadden Islands. May 9, 2023. Photo by Robin UtrechtABACAPRESS.COM

Dutch Royals Visit To The Wadden Islands

Dutch Royals Visit To The Wadden Islands

WEST-TERSCHELLING King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima are visiting during a regional visit to the Wadden Islands in the provinces of North Holland and Fryslân. The Royal Couple will visit the islands of Texel, Vlieland, Terschelling, Ameland and Schiermonnikoog. Theater company Tryater: quirky and contemporary theater for young and old oerol Wadden Islands. May 9, 2023. Photo by Robin UtrechtABACAPRESS.COM

Dutch Royals Visit To The Wadden Islands

Dutch Royals Visit To The Wadden Islands

WEST-TERSCHELLING King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima are visiting during a regional visit to the Wadden Islands in the provinces of North Holland and Fryslân. The Royal Couple will visit the islands of Texel, Vlieland, Terschelling, Ameland and Schiermonnikoog. Theater company Tryater: quirky and contemporary theater for young and old oerol Wadden Islands. May 9, 2023. Photo by Robin UtrechtABACAPRESS.COM

Dutch Royals Visit To The Wadden Islands

Dutch Royals Visit To The Wadden Islands

WEST-TERSCHELLING King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima are visiting during a regional visit to the Wadden Islands in the provinces of North Holland and Fryslân. The Royal Couple will visit the islands of Texel, Vlieland, Terschelling, Ameland and Schiermonnikoog. Theater company Tryater: quirky and contemporary theater for young and old oerol Wadden Islands. May 9, 2023. Photo by Robin UtrechtABACAPRESS.COM

Dutch Royals Visit To The Wadden Islands

Dutch Royals Visit To The Wadden Islands

WEST-TERSCHELLING King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima are visiting during a regional visit to the Wadden Islands in the provinces of North Holland and Fryslân. The Royal Couple will visit the islands of Texel, Vlieland, Terschelling, Ameland and Schiermonnikoog. Theater company Tryater: quirky and contemporary theater for young and old oerol Wadden Islands. May 9, 2023. Photo by Robin UtrechtABACAPRESS.COM

Ships with Wings (1941) Film

Ships with Wings (1941) Film

Ships with Wings (1941) Jane Baxter with two sailors in fire resistant suits Date: 1941

The Mummy's Shroud (1967) Film

The Mummy's Shroud (1967) Film

The Mummy's Shroud (1967) Eddie Powell as The Mummy drinking milk Date: 1967

Here Comes the Sun (1946) Film

Here Comes the Sun (1946) Film

Here Comes the Sun (1946) Date: 1946