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Taiwan: Fire Breaks Out at CPC Dalin Refinery After Heavy Oil Leak in Kaohsiung 2

A fire broke out at CPC Corporation's Dalin Refinery in Kaohsiung on April 3, 2026, after heavy oil leaked from a tank in Zone F. Firefighters dispatched 10 vehicles and 22 personnel to the scene, where the valve was immediately shut off. The cause of the incident is still under investigation.

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Taiwan: Fire Breaks Out at CPC Dalin Refinery After Heavy Oil Leak in Kaohsiung 3

A fire broke out at CPC Corporation's Dalin Refinery in Kaohsiung on April 3, 2026, after heavy oil leaked from a tank in Zone F. Firefighters dispatched 10 vehicles and 22 personnel to the scene, where the valve was immediately shut off. The cause of the incident is still under investigation.

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Taiwan: Fire Breaks Out at CPC Dalin Refinery After Heavy Oil Leak in Kaohsiung

A fire broke out at CPC Corporation's Dalin Refinery in Kaohsiung on April 3, 2026, after heavy oil leaked from a tank in Zone F. Firefighters dispatched 10 vehicles and 22 personnel to the scene, where the valve was immediately shut off. The cause of the incident is still under investigation.

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China: Cat Remains Still as Fur Catches Fire Beside Open Flame in Guangdong

On November 27, 2025, in Guangdong, China, the video captured a white cat sitting beside a small open fire used for warming. As the fire continued burning, the fur on the cat’s backside slowly caught fire and became visibly singed. Despite the fur being burned, the cat showed no immediate reaction and remained in the same position, seemingly unaware that its tail had already been damaged by the heat.

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China: Man Casually Strolls Down Street With Large Dog Balanced on His Head

This is the eye-catching moment that a Chinese man was seen casually walking with a large dog standing steadily on top of his head in a street scene that left passersby stunned. On February 26, 2026, in Weinan, Shaanxi, the video captured a man strolling along a street while a full-sized dog stood firmly on his head. The dog appeared calm and balanced, maintaining its position without slipping as the man walked at a steady pace. Pedestrians nearby slowed down and turned to watch the striking sight, some visibly surprised by the man’s composure and the animal’s stability. The man did not seem bothered by the attention and continued moving forward as if it were a routine occurrence. The video ended with the man continuing down the street with the dog still balanced securely on his head.

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China: Tiger Shark Circles Female Diver in Tense Underwater Encounter off Hainan

A female diver in Hainan, China, came face-to-face with a tiger shark on March 17, 2026. As the shark began circling her, nearby staff urgently signaled her to lie flat on the seabed. She followed the instructions and remained still until the shark eventually swam away. The diver was unharmed.

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China: Toddler Accidentally Starts Motorized Tricycle in Jiangsu

On March 15, 2026, in Jiangsu, China, the video captured a dangerous incident involving a young child and an unattended vehicle. The footage showed a motorized tricycle parked outside with its key still in the ignition. A three-year-old girl climbed onto the vehicle and, out of curiosity, managed to start it. Within seconds, the tricycle began moving forward uncontrollably. The child appeared unable to steer or stop the vehicle as it rolled ahead, eventually colliding with a black car parked nearby.

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China: Fearless Hamsters Turn Young Crocodile’s Mouth Into Playground

This is the bizarre moment that a pair of hamsters were seen playing inside a young crocodile’s mouth, forming an unlikely cross-species bond in China. On February 20, 2026, in Hunan, China, the video captured two small hamsters fearlessly climbing in and out of a young crocodile’s open jaws. Rather than showing aggression, the reptile appeared calm and tolerant, allowing the tiny rodents to explore its mouth as if it were a playground. The hamsters moved freely, pausing occasionally before darting around again, while the crocodile remained still, seemingly treating them as companions rather than prey. The unusual interaction created a striking contrast between predator instincts and gentle behavior. The video ended with the hamsters still playfully lingering around the crocodile’s mouth as the reptile stayed relaxed and motionless.

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Spain: Storm Therese Hits Canary Islands With Strong Winds and Rain

Spain’s meteorological agency, AEMET, has warned of thunderstorms and winds of up to 100 km/h this Thursday. March 19, Schools will be closed in six islands, with all of the Canary Islands shutting on Friday, March 20. Storm Therese may also disrupt a major carnival event in Gran Canaria, with the Maspalomas parade still uncertain due to forecasts of heavy rain and strong winds.

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China: Puppy Falls Into Dog Food Bucket, Gets Cleaned by Other Dogs

On March 9, 2026, in Guangdong, southern China, a video captured a puppy falling into a bucket of dog food. Rather than panicking, it stayed inside and kept eating as if nothing was wrong. The owner eventually lifted the puppy out, and the moment it was set down, several other dogs rushed over and began licking food crumbs off its body and fur, even around its ears, while the puppy lay still and let them carry on.

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15th anniversary of 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake

Police officers and Japan Coast Guard officers observe a moment of silence at a beach in Yamada, Iwate Prefecture, on March 11, 2026, the 15th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake. Police officers in Iwate, Miyagi and Fukushima searched tsunami-hit coastal areas the same day for clues about the fate of people still missing.

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15th anniversary of 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake

Police officers search around the tsunami-hit coastal area in Yamada, Iwate Prefecture, on March 11, 2026, the 15th anniversary of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, for clues as to the whereabouts of people still missing.

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15th anniversary of 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake

Police officers and Japan Coast Guard officers observe a moment of silence at a beach in Yamada, Iwate Prefecture, on March 11, 2026, the 15th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake. Police officers in Iwate, Miyagi and Fukushima searched tsunami-hit coastal areas the same day for clues about the fate of people still missing.

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15th anniversary of 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake

Police officers search around the tsunami-hit coastal area in Yamada, Iwate Prefecture, on March 11, 2026, the 15th anniversary of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, for clues as to the whereabouts of people still missing.

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15th anniversary of 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake

Police officers search around the tsunami-hit coastal area in Yamada, Iwate Prefecture, on March 11, 2026, the 15th anniversary of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, for clues as to the whereabouts of people still missing.

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15th anniversary of 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake

Police officers search around the tsunami-hit coastal area in Yamada, Iwate Prefecture, on March 11, 2026, the 15th anniversary of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, for clues as to the whereabouts of people still missing.

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15th anniversary of 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake

Police officers search around the tsunami-hit coastal area in Yamada, Iwate Prefecture, on March 11, 2026, the 15th anniversary of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, for clues as to the whereabouts of people still missing.

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15th anniversary of 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake

Police officers search around the tsunami-hit coastal area in Yamada, Iwate Prefecture, on March 11, 2026, the 15th anniversary of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, for clues as to the whereabouts of people still missing.

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15th anniversary of 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake

Police officers search around the tsunami-hit coastal area in Yamada, Iwate Prefecture, on March 11, 2026, the 15th anniversary of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, for clues as to the whereabouts of people still missing.

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15th anniversary of 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake

Japan Coast Guard officers search around the tsunami-hit coastal area in Yamada, Iwate Prefecture, on March 11, 2026, the 15th anniversary of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, for clues as to the whereabouts of people still missing.

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China: Wild Monkey Climbs Into Tourist Car and Helps Itself to Snacks

A wild monkey climbed into a tourist’s car through an open window during a self-driving trip and calmly helped itself to snacks. Filmed on January 26, 2026, in Ya’an, Sichuan, the monkey showed no fear as it entered the vehicle and began rummaging for food while the surprised occupants watched. The clip ends with the monkey still inside, eating.

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China: Burning Paper Spirals Into Mini Tornado After You Shen Ritual in Guangdong

A Chinese worship ceremony appeared to trigger a sudden mini tornado when burning paper offerings spiraled into the air without any warning wind. Filmed on February 25, 2026, in Lianjiang, Guangdong, the video shows ashes and flames suddenly twisting into a vertical column shortly after a traditional You Shen ritual ended. Residents had been burning paper ingots when the fire rapidly spun upward, forming what looked like a small tornado. The woman who recorded the scene, surnamed Huang, said the air had been completely still moments before the ashes violently lifted off the ground. The swirling column gradually weakened, and the burning paper fell back down as the air returned to calm.

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China: Mother Seal Guides Pup Across Thin Sea Ice in Liaodong Bay

A heartwarming scene captured a mother seal and her pup moving across thin sea ice in Liaodong Bay, Liaoning, China, on January 29. The mother led steadily over the frozen surface while the pup, still covered in patches of white down, slipped and scrambled to keep up.

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China: Samoyeds Poke Heads Through Café Window, Charming Passersby

On January 25, 2026, in Guangzhou, Guangdong, the video captured a cat and dog cafe called Mao Rong Ye Ye where the owner had prepared two round openings in a window to welcome customers. The footage showed two Samoyeds taking turns to push their heads through the holes, their white fur filling the frame as they looked around with calm and curious expressions. People nearby slowed down, smiled, and pointed their phones at the scene. The dogs stayed still for a moment, then leaned forward again, as if posing, while the shop interior remained busy behind them. The video ended with the two dogs holding their positions as more pedestrians stopped to take photos.

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US: Trash Piles Up in NYC as Collection Falls Behind Due to Snow 3

The Department of Sanitation (DSNY) said on Monday, February 2, that trash collection had fallen behind schedule following the recent snowstorm. While city officials initially hoped to be fully caught up by Wednesday, February 4, trash and recycling pickups were still experiencing slight delays on Thursday, February 5, as crews continued clearing frozen snow and ice while collecting refuse.

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US: Trash Piles Up in NYC as Collection Falls Behind Due to Snow 2

The Department of Sanitation (DSNY) said on Monday, February 2, that trash collection had fallen behind schedule following the recent snowstorm. While city officials initially hoped to be fully caught up by Wednesday, February 4, trash and recycling pickups were still experiencing slight delays on Thursday, February 5, as crews continued clearing frozen snow and ice while collecting refuse.

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US: Trash Piles Up in NYC as Collection Falls Behind Due to Snow

The Department of Sanitation (DSNY) admitted on Monday, February 2, that trash collection had fallen behind schedule following the recent snowstorm. While city officials initially hoped to be fully caught up by Wednesday, February 4, trash and recycling collections are still facing slight delays today, Thursday, February 5, as workers continue picking up refuse while clearing frozen snow and ice mounds.

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China: Delivery Robot Feeds Stray Cat in Jiangxi

A delivery robot gently approached a stray cat and offered food in Jiangxi, China, on July 1, 2025. As the machine rolled closer with food and stopped at a cautious distance, the cat first looked confused and stayed still. After a brief pause, the animal inched forward, sniffed the offering, and then began to eat as the robot quietly waited nearby.

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China: Child Falls from Car After Rear Door Opens During Turn

On January 10, 2026, in Beijing, a video captured a dangerous moment when the rear door of a turning car suddenly opened, causing a child in the back seat to fall onto the road. The child quickly stood up and ran after the vehicle, which continued moving briefly with the door still open.

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Portugal: Storm Kristin Triggers Deadly Floods and Landslides, Leaving 850,000 Without Power

Storm Kristin has left at least five dead and caused widespread devastation across central and northern Portugal. Labeled an 'extreme climatic event' by the government, the storm brought hurricane-force winds that triggered over 3,300 emergency incidents and knocked out power to 855,000 residents on Wednesday, January 28. While the peak has passed, major rail lines remain suspended and hundreds of thousands of homes are still without electricity as cleanup efforts continue.

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China: Driver Sparks Chaos With Fireworks Before Fleeing Police

This is the tense moment that a Chinese driver almost destroyed his own vehicle while setting off fireworks on a roadside before being confronted by police. On January 28, 2025, in Hebei, China, the video captured a man lighting fireworks on a street curb beside his parked car when uniformed officers approached to stop him. Realizing he was about to be detained, the driver jumped back into the vehicle and abruptly reversed at high speed. As the car lurched backward, sparks from the still-burning fireworks shot toward the rear of the vehicle, igniting thick clouds of smoke that rapidly filled the street. The video ended with the smoke billowing across the roadway as the car sped away and the police were left behind in the drifting haze.

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China: Live Fish Found Trapped Inside Solid Block of Ice in Zhejiang

A Chinese resident in Zhejiang discovered a small fish still alive inside a thick block of ice on Monday, January 5. Although completely encased in the frozen water, the fish's body continued to twitch and quiver as if struggling to survive.

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Train Accident Near Adamuz Kills At Least 39 - Spain

In this still image from video taken and released on January 19, 2026 by the Spain's Guardia Civil shows Emergency workers are seen at the site where a high-speed Iryo train derailed and was hit by another train as rescue efforts continue in Adamuz, southern Spain, on January 19, 2026. At least 39 people died and more than 120 injured in the deadliest train accident in Spain in over a decade. The crash happened on Sunday evening when a train operated by rail company Iryo travelling from Malaga to Madrid derailed near Adamuz, crossing onto the other track where it crashed into an oncoming train, which also derailed. Photo by Spain Guardia Civil via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Train Accident Near Adamuz Kills At Least 39 - Spain

In this still image from video taken and released on January 19, 2026 by the Spain's Guardia Civil shows Emergency workers are seen at the site where a high-speed Iryo train derailed and was hit by another train as rescue efforts continue in Adamuz, southern Spain, on January 19, 2026. At least 39 people died and more than 120 injured in the deadliest train accident in Spain in over a decade. The crash happened on Sunday evening when a train operated by rail company Iryo travelling from Malaga to Madrid derailed near Adamuz, crossing onto the other track where it crashed into an oncoming train, which also derailed. Photo by Spain Guardia Civil via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Train Accident Near Adamuz Kills At Least 39 - Spain

In this still image from video taken and released on January 19, 2026 by the Spain's Guardia Civil shows Emergency workers are seen at the site where a high-speed Iryo train derailed and was hit by another train as rescue efforts continue in Adamuz, southern Spain, on January 19, 2026. At least 39 people died and more than 120 injured in the deadliest train accident in Spain in over a decade. The crash happened on Sunday evening when a train operated by rail company Iryo travelling from Malaga to Madrid derailed near Adamuz, crossing onto the other track where it crashed into an oncoming train, which also derailed. Photo by Spain Guardia Civil via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Train Accident Near Adamuz Kills At Least 39 - Spain

In this still image from video taken and released on January 19, 2026 by the Spain's Guardia Civil shows Emergency workers are seen at the site where a high-speed Iryo train derailed and was hit by another train as rescue efforts continue in Adamuz, southern Spain, on January 19, 2026. At least 39 people died and more than 120 injured in the deadliest train accident in Spain in over a decade. The crash happened on Sunday evening when a train operated by rail company Iryo travelling from Malaga to Madrid derailed near Adamuz, crossing onto the other track where it crashed into an oncoming train, which also derailed. Photo by Spain Guardia Civil via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Train Accident Near Adamuz Kills At Least 39 - Spain

In this still image from video taken and released on January 19, 2026 by the Spain's Guardia Civil shows Emergency workers are seen at the site where a high-speed Iryo train derailed and was hit by another train as rescue efforts continue in Adamuz, southern Spain, on January 19, 2026. At least 39 people died and more than 120 injured in the deadliest train accident in Spain in over a decade. The crash happened on Sunday evening when a train operated by rail company Iryo travelling from Malaga to Madrid derailed near Adamuz, crossing onto the other track where it crashed into an oncoming train, which also derailed. Photo by Spain Guardia Civil via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Train Accident Near Adamuz Kills At Least 39 - Spain

In this still image from video taken and released on January 19, 2026 by the Spain's Guardia Civil shows Emergency workers are seen at the site where a high-speed Iryo train derailed and was hit by another train as rescue efforts continue in Adamuz, southern Spain, on January 19, 2026. At least 39 people died and more than 120 injured in the deadliest train accident in Spain in over a decade. The crash happened on Sunday evening when a train operated by rail company Iryo travelling from Malaga to Madrid derailed near Adamuz, crossing onto the other track where it crashed into an oncoming train, which also derailed. Photo by Spain Guardia Civil via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Train Accident Near Adamuz Kills At Least 39 - Spain

In this still image from video taken and released on January 19, 2026 by the Spain's Guardia Civil shows Emergency workers are seen at the site where a high-speed Iryo train derailed and was hit by another train as rescue efforts continue in Adamuz, southern Spain, on January 19, 2026. At least 39 people died and more than 120 injured in the deadliest train accident in Spain in over a decade. The crash happened on Sunday evening when a train operated by rail company Iryo travelling from Malaga to Madrid derailed near Adamuz, crossing onto the other track where it crashed into an oncoming train, which also derailed. Photo by Spain Guardia Civil via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Train Accident Near Adamuz Kills At Least 39 - Spain

In this still image from video taken and released on January 19, 2026 by the Spain's Guardia Civil shows Emergency workers are seen at the site where a high-speed Iryo train derailed and was hit by another train as rescue efforts continue in Adamuz, southern Spain, on January 19, 2026. At least 39 people died and more than 120 injured in the deadliest train accident in Spain in over a decade. The crash happened on Sunday evening when a train operated by rail company Iryo travelling from Malaga to Madrid derailed near Adamuz, crossing onto the other track where it crashed into an oncoming train, which also derailed. Photo by Spain Guardia Civil via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Train Accident Near Adamuz Kills At Least 39 - Spain

In this still image from video taken and released on January 19, 2026 by the Spain's Guardia Civil shows Emergency workers are seen at the site where a high-speed Iryo train derailed and was hit by another train as rescue efforts continue in Adamuz, southern Spain, on January 19, 2026. At least 39 people died and more than 120 injured in the deadliest train accident in Spain in over a decade. The crash happened on Sunday evening when a train operated by rail company Iryo travelling from Malaga to Madrid derailed near Adamuz, crossing onto the other track where it crashed into an oncoming train, which also derailed. Photo by Spain Guardia Civil via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Train Accident Near Adamuz Kills At Least 39 - Spain

In this still image from video taken and released on January 19, 2026 by the Spain's Guardia Civil shows Aerial view of the accident site. Emergency workers are seen at the site where a high-speed Iryo train derailed and was hit by another train as rescue efforts continue in Adamuz, southern Spain, on January 19, 2026. At least 39 people died and more than 120 injured in the deadliest train accident in Spain in over a decade. The crash happened on Sunday evening when a train operated by rail company Iryo travelling from Malaga to Madrid derailed near Adamuz, crossing onto the other track where it crashed into an oncoming train, which also derailed. Photo by Spain Guardia Civil via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Train Accident Near Adamuz Kills At Least 39 - Spain

In this still image from video taken and released on January 19, 2026 by the Spain's Guardia Civil shows Emergency workers are seen at the site where a high-speed Iryo train derailed and was hit by another train as rescue efforts continue in Adamuz, southern Spain, on January 19, 2026. At least 39 people died and more than 120 injured in the deadliest train accident in Spain in over a decade. The crash happened on Sunday evening when a train operated by rail company Iryo travelling from Malaga to Madrid derailed near Adamuz, crossing onto the other track where it crashed into an oncoming train, which also derailed. Photo by Spain Guardia Civil via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Train Accident Near Adamuz Kills At Least 39 - Spain

In this still image from video taken and released on January 19, 2026 by the Spain's Guardia Civil shows Aerial view of the accident site. Emergency workers are seen at the site where a high-speed Iryo train derailed and was hit by another train as rescue efforts continue in Adamuz, southern Spain, on January 19, 2026. At least 39 people died and more than 120 injured in the deadliest train accident in Spain in over a decade. The crash happened on Sunday evening when a train operated by rail company Iryo travelling from Malaga to Madrid derailed near Adamuz, crossing onto the other track where it crashed into an oncoming train, which also derailed. Photo by Spain Guardia Civil via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Train Accident Near Adamuz Kills At Least 39 - Spain

In this still image from video taken and released on January 19, 2026 by the Spain's Guardia Civil shows Emergency workers are seen at the site where a high-speed Iryo train derailed and was hit by another train as rescue efforts continue in Adamuz, southern Spain, on January 19, 2026. At least 39 people died and more than 120 injured in the deadliest train accident in Spain in over a decade. The crash happened on Sunday evening when a train operated by rail company Iryo travelling from Malaga to Madrid derailed near Adamuz, crossing onto the other track where it crashed into an oncoming train, which also derailed. Photo by Spain Guardia Civil via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Train Accident Near Adamuz Kills At Least 39 - Spain

In this still image from video taken and released on January 19, 2026 by the Spain's Guardia Civil shows Emergency workers are seen at the site where a high-speed Iryo train derailed and was hit by another train as rescue efforts continue in Adamuz, southern Spain, on January 19, 2026. At least 39 people died and more than 120 injured in the deadliest train accident in Spain in over a decade. The crash happened on Sunday evening when a train operated by rail company Iryo travelling from Malaga to Madrid derailed near Adamuz, crossing onto the other track where it crashed into an oncoming train, which also derailed. Photo by Spain Guardia Civil via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Train Accident Near Adamuz Kills At Least 39 - Spain

In this still image from video taken and released on January 19, 2026 by the Spain's Guardia Civil shows Aerial view of the accident site. Emergency workers are seen at the site where a high-speed Iryo train derailed and was hit by another train as rescue efforts continue in Adamuz, southern Spain, on January 19, 2026. At least 39 people died and more than 120 injured in the deadliest train accident in Spain in over a decade. The crash happened on Sunday evening when a train operated by rail company Iryo travelling from Malaga to Madrid derailed near Adamuz, crossing onto the other track where it crashed into an oncoming train, which also derailed. Photo by Spain Guardia Civil via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Train Accident Near Adamuz Kills At Least 39 - Spain

In this still image from video taken and released on January 19, 2026 by the Spain's Guardia Civil shows Emergency workers are seen at the site where a high-speed Iryo train derailed and was hit by another train as rescue efforts continue in Adamuz, southern Spain, on January 19, 2026. At least 39 people died and more than 120 injured in the deadliest train accident in Spain in over a decade. The crash happened on Sunday evening when a train operated by rail company Iryo travelling from Malaga to Madrid derailed near Adamuz, crossing onto the other track where it crashed into an oncoming train, which also derailed. Photo by Spain Guardia Civil via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Train Accident Near Adamuz Kills At Least 39 - Spain

In this still image from video taken and released on January 19, 2026 by the Spain's Guardia Civil shows Emergency workers are seen at the site where a high-speed Iryo train derailed and was hit by another train as rescue efforts continue in Adamuz, southern Spain, on January 19, 2026. At least 39 people died and more than 120 injured in the deadliest train accident in Spain in over a decade. The crash happened on Sunday evening when a train operated by rail company Iryo travelling from Malaga to Madrid derailed near Adamuz, crossing onto the other track where it crashed into an oncoming train, which also derailed. Photo by Spain Guardia Civil via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Train Accident Near Adamuz Kills At Least 39 - Spain

In this still image from video taken and released on January 19, 2026 by the Spain's Guardia Civil shows Aerial view of the accident site. Emergency workers are seen at the site where a high-speed Iryo train derailed and was hit by another train as rescue efforts continue in Adamuz, southern Spain, on January 19, 2026. At least 39 people died and more than 120 injured in the deadliest train accident in Spain in over a decade. The crash happened on Sunday evening when a train operated by rail company Iryo travelling from Malaga to Madrid derailed near Adamuz, crossing onto the other track where it crashed into an oncoming train, which also derailed. Photo by Spain Guardia Civil via ABACAPRESS.COM