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Japan: Severe Weather Strikes Across Country, Causing Widespread Disruption

Severe weather struck Japan on Thursday, May 14, with guerrilla thunderstorms causing flooding in Yokohama, hail cutting power to over 10,000 homes in Kanagawa, and graupel reported in Yamaguchi and Yamanashi prefectures.

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UK: London Battered by May Hailstorm

A hailstorm struck London on Wednesday, May 13, battering the city and disrupting commutes.

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Canada: Granville Street Bridge Closed Due to Police Incident in Vancouver

The Granville Street Bridge in Vancouver was closed in both directions on Tuesday afternoon, May 12, during rush hour due to a police incident. While authorities did not confirm details, social media posts suggested the closure was related to a mental health crisis involving a person on the bridge structure.

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China: Mysterious Glowing Objects Flash Across Night Sky Over Jinan

On May 7, 2026, in Pingyin County, Jinan, a video captured bright unidentified objects flashing across the dark sky above the city. The glowing light appeared to move rapidly while emitting a strong white and bluish glow, instantly attracting the attention of people on the ground. The footage showcased the object hovering or streaking through the night sky as nearby residents watched in surprise.

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China: Ostrich Bumps Woman Off Electric Scooter in Liaoning

On May 9, 2026, in Dalian, Liaoning, a video captured an ostrich slowly jogging after a woman riding an electric scooter along a road. The ostrich appeared calm at first as it followed closely behind the scooter while swaying its neck from side to side. As the woman tried to continue riding away, the ostrich suddenly caught up and bumped into the scooter, causing both the rider and the vehicle to fall onto the ground.

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US: Grand Fire Threatens 650 Homes in Chino Hills, California

A brush fire dubbed the Grand Fire broke out near Chino Hills, San Bernardino County, California, on Wednesday evening, May 13, burning approximately 30 acres and prompting temporary evacuation orders for around 650 homes. Some 250 firefighters, helicopters, and ground crews brought the blaze under control by 10:30 p.m., and all evacuation orders were lifted. One firefighter was hospitalized with minor injuries. No structural damage was reported. The cause remains under investigation.

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Large thermometer in one of Japan's hottest cities

A 4-meter thermometer is set up in front of a Yagihashi department store on May 14, 2026, in Kumagaya, Saitama Prefecture, known as one of the hottest cities in Japan. The mercury hit 41.1 C in the eastern Japan city in July 2018, the highest temperature on record at that time, before it was surpassed by the nearby city of Isesaki, Gunma Prefecture, at 41.8 C in the summer of 2025.

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Large thermometer in one of Japan's hottest cities

A 4-meter thermometer is set up in front of a Yagihashi department store on May 14, 2026, in Kumagaya, Saitama Prefecture, known as one of the hottest cities in Japan. The mercury hit 41.1 C in the eastern Japan city in July 2018, the highest temperature on record at that time, before it was surpassed by the nearby city of Isesaki, Gunma Prefecture, at 41.8 C in the summer of 2025.

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China: Tired Lizard Revived With Refreshing Mist in Jiangsu

On April 2, 2026, in Jiangsu, a video recorded a lizard resting weakly on a platform. At first, the reptile appeared tired and inactive, lying still with little visible movement. The filmer then picked up a manual spray bottle and gently sprayed water over the lizard’s body. Almost immediately, the lizard became alert and lifted its head. It closed its eyes while receiving the mist, looking as if it were enjoying the moisture.

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China: Excited Dog Runs Straight Into Glass Door at Jiangsu Shop

On April 3, 2026, in Jiangsu, a video recorded a small dog running excitedly toward a shop. The glass door at the entrance was closed, but the dog did not seem to notice. It rushed forward and hit the glass directly. The collision appeared painful, and the dog stopped at the doorway looking stunned and pitiful. A shop employee quickly opened the door after seeing what happened. Once the entrance was clear, the dog hurried inside.

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US: All 11 Survivors Rescued After Small Plane Crashes off Florida Coast

A small plane crashed approximately 80 miles off Melbourne, Florida on Tuesday, May 12, after encountering rough weather. All 11 people aboard the Beechcraft BE30, which had taken off from Abaco Island in the Bahamas, were rescued and taken to hospital for evaluation.

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Spain: Fire Guts Restaurant in La Manga, Sending Smoke Across Coastline

A fire broke out at the ZM Isla del Ciervo restaurant in La Manga, Murcia, on Wednesday morning, May 13, sending a large column of black smoke visible across the coastline. Firefighters from multiple agencies extinguished the blaze, which gutted most of the restaurant. No injuries were reported.

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US: Powerful Storms Bring Rain, Hail and Flooding to Central Florida 3

Powerful storms swept through Central Florida on Tuesday, May 12, bringing widespread rain, hail, and flooding with severe thunderstorm warnings issued for multiple counties. A tornado warning was issued for Pasco County in the afternoon. National Weather Service later confirmed two tornadoes touch down in the county.

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US: Shoppers Camp Out for Audemars Piguet x Swatch “Royal Pop” Drop in New York

Dozens of people are camped out outside of the Times Square Swatch store ahead of the May 16 in-store-only release of the Audemars Piguet x Swatch "Royal Pop." Lines started to form on Sunday, six days ahead of the watch’s official release.

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UK: Three Women Found Dead in Sea off Brighton Beach

Emergency services responded to Brighton Beach on Wednesday, May 13, after three women were found unresponsive in the sea in the early hours. Despite rescue efforts, all three were declared dead at the scene. Police and coastguard conducted a search operation along the shoreline near Black Rock Beach and Brighton Pier.

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US: Powerful Storms Bring Rain, Hail and Flooding to Central Florida 2

Powerful storms swept through Central Florida on Tuesday, May 12, bringing widespread rain, hail, and flooding with severe thunderstorm warnings issued for multiple counties.

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US: Everglades Wildfire Burns Over 11,000 Acres in South Florida

A wildfire in the Florida Everglades has burned over 11,000 acres across Broward and Miami-Dade counties. Firefighters made significant progress on Tuesday bringing it to 80% containment. The fire, first reported Sunday near Mack's Fish Camp off Krome Avenue, prompted evacuations and air quality alerts across the region. Multiple agencies including the Florida Forest Service, National Guard, and Broward Sheriff's Office responded.

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US: Strong Winds and Driving Rain Hit Myrtle Beach as Cold Front Moves Through

Strong winds and heavy driving rain lashed Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, on Sunday, May 11, as a cold front moved through the area, reducing visibility and whipping trees amid severe weather conditions.

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US: Powerful Storms Bring Rain, Hail and Flooding to Central Florida

Powerful storms swept through Central Florida on Tuesday, May 12, bringing widespread rain, hail, and flooding with severe thunderstorm warnings issued for multiple counties.

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Austria: Four Protesters Removed From Eurovision Arena During Israel’s Performance

Four audience members were removed from Vienna's Wiener Stadthalle during the Eurovision Song Contest first semi-final on Tuesday, May 12, after chants of "Stop the genocide" were heard as Israel's Noam Bettan performed. Despite the protests, Bettan qualified for Saturday's grand final. This video was recorded after Israel's performance.

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Japan: Hailstorms Reported Across Kansai Region

Hail fell across multiple prefectures in Japan's Kansai region, including Kyoto and Hyogo, on Wednesday, May 13.

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Japan: Hailstorms Reported Across Kansai Region 2

Hail fell across multiple prefectures in Japan's Kansai region, including Kyoto and Hyogo, on Wednesday, May 13.

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Philippines: Lava Collapse Triggers Pyroclastic Flow at Mayon Volcano

Mayon Volcano in the Philippines generated a pyroclastic density current (PDC), locally known as "uson," along the Mi-isi Gully on Wednesday, May 13, with a volcanic plume rising to approximately 4,000 meters, as the volcano continued to show intensified magmatic unrest under Alert Level 3. Authorities reiterated that entry into the danger zone remained strictly prohibited, with residents advised to remain alert for possible evacuation.

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China: Sneaky Cat Steals Ham Sausage From Tourists’ Backpack at Scenic Spot in Shijiazhuang

On May 1, 2026, at Baoduzhai Scenic Area in Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province, a tabby cat was caught on camera sneaking up behind two resting tourists, reaching into their unzipped backpack, and making off with a ham sausage — all without the travelers noticing.x

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China: Unmanned Forklift Reverses on Its Own and Crashes Into Ambulance

On April 15, 2026, a forklift at a company compound in Nanchong, Sichuan, China, suddenly reversed on its own and crashed into a parked ambulance. No one was operating the vehicle at the time. Staff suspected a short circuit in the forklift's electrical system triggered the unexpected movement.

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China: Rare Sun Halo Dazzles Residents in Hunan

On May 10, 2026, residents in Changsha, Hunan, China, were treated to a rare sun halo — a colorful ring of light encircling the sun — caused by sunlight refracting through ice crystals in cirrostratus clouds above the city.

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China: Red Carp Caught Spinning in Whirlpool in Sichuan

On May 10, 2026, a red carp in a pond in Sichuan, China, was filmed spinning repeatedly in place, apparently caught in a small whirlpool on the water's surface.

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US: Fire Guts Historic 150-Year-Old Church in Downtown Madison, Indiana

On Monday evening, May 11, fire tore through Trinity United Methodist Church, a 150-year-old landmark in downtown Madison, Indiana, collapsing the roof and causing major damage. No injuries were reported.

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US: Fire Breaks Out at Historic Temple Theatre in Downtown Tacoma, Washington

A fire broke out on Tuesday, May 12, at the historic Temple Theatre in downtown Tacoma, Washington, sending a thick plume of black smoke visible across the city. Firefighters brought it under control within an hour. No injuries were reported.

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US: Cold Front Slams Austin With Hurricane-Force Winds and Large Hail on Mother’s Day

A cold front brought a line of strong storms with wind gusts, hail, heavy rain, and lightning to the Austin area on Sunday, May 10, Mother's Day, leaving thousands without power.

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Figure Skating: Sakamoto at retirement press conference

Japan's Kaori Sakamoto, a two-time women's figure skating Olympic medalist and four-time world champion, laughs during her retirement press conference at a hotel in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture in western Japan, on May 13, 2026.

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Figure Skating: Sakamoto at retirement press conference

Japan's Kaori Sakamoto, a two-time women's figure skating Olympic medalist and four-time world champion, laughs during her retirement press conference at a hotel in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture in western Japan, on May 13, 2026.

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Figure Skating: Sakamoto at retirement press conference

Japan's Kaori Sakamoto, a two-time women's figure skating Olympic medalist and four-time world champion, laughs through her tears during her retirement press conference at a hotel in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture in western Japan, on May 13, 2026.

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Figure Skating: Sakamoto at retirement press conference

Japan's Kaori Sakamoto, a two-time women's figure skating Olympic medalist and four-time world champion, laughs during her retirement press conference at a hotel in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture in western Japan, on May 13, 2026.

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Figure Skating: Sakamoto at retirement press conference

Japan's Kaori Sakamoto, a two-time women's figure skating Olympic medalist and four-time world champion, wipes away tears during her retirement press conference at a hotel in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture in western Japan, on May 13, 2026.

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Figure Skating: Sakamoto at retirement press conference

Japan's Kaori Sakamoto (R), a two-time women's figure skating Olympic medalist and four-time world champion, receives flowers from Hisashi Ietsugu, chairperson and CEO of Sysmex Corp., the sponsor of Sakamoto, during her retirement press conference at a hotel in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture in western Japan, on May 13, 2026.

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Figure Skating: Sakamoto at retirement press conference

Japan's Kaori Sakamoto, a two-time women's figure skating Olympic medalist and four-time world champion, wipes away tears during her retirement press conference at a hotel in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture in western Japan, on May 13, 2026.

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Figure Skating: Sakamoto at retirement press conference

Japan's Kaori Sakamoto, a two-time women's figure skating Olympic medalist and four-time world champion, wipes away tears during her retirement press conference at a hotel in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture in western Japan, on May 13, 2026.

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Figure Skating: Sakamoto at retirement press conference

Japan's Kaori Sakamoto, a two-time women's figure skating Olympic medalist and four-time world champion, laughs during her retirement press conference at a hotel in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture in western Japan, on May 13, 2026.

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US: Anti-Zionist Protest Turns Violent Outside Brooklyn Synagogue, Arrests Made

On Monday night, May 11, roughly 200 anti-Zionist protesters marched through Brooklyn's Orthodox Jewish neighborhood, clashing with counter-protesters outside a synagogue hosting an Israeli real estate event, leading to multiple arrests and physical assaults.

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Mexico: Heavy Rain Causes Severe Flooding Across Mexico City 2

Mexico City authorities issued a red alert Monday evening, May 11 as heavy rainfall triggered severe flooding across multiple boroughs, including Álvaro Obregón, Tlalpan, and Cuajimalpa. Rainfall of up to 50mm caused rivers and reservoirs to overflow, inundating homes and roads. No injuries were reported.

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UK: Apartment Fire in Battersea Forces 50 Residents to Evacuate, Three Hospitalized

A fire broke out on the seventh floor of a 10-story residential building on Charlotte Despard Avenue in Battersea, London, on Monday evening, May 11. Around 50 residents were evacuated, and three people were hospitalized. Some 60 firefighters responded to the blaze, which destroyed a four-room apartment. The cause is under investigation.

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China: Clever Owner Lures Hiding Hamster Out With Help From Its Companion

On April 11, 2026, in Hubei, a video recorded an owner trying to bring a hidden hamster out from under a sofa. The owner kept two golden hamsters, but one of them had crawled underneath and refused to come out. The owner then came up with an unusual solution. A string was gently placed around the neck of the second hamster, and that hamster was lowered beneath the sofa. Not long afterward, the hidden hamster followed along and finally emerged from underneath the furniture. The owner’s method appeared to work surprisingly well.

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Spain: Indefinite Teachers’ Strike Kicks Off Across Valencia Region 2

An indefinite strike in public education kicked off across the Valencia region on Monday, May 11, with large demonstrations held in Valencia, Alicante, Castellón de la Plana, and Elche. Teachers and the wider education community took to the streets demanding better pay, quality public education, and instruction in Valencian.

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China: Mysterious Ink-Like Shadow Filmed Expanding in Shaanxi Sky

On May 6, 2026, in Shaanxi, a video recorded a strange dark shadow appearing in the sky. After a plane flew past, the black shape gradually spread outward above the filmer. The shadow expanded through the sky like spilled ink, creating an unusual and unclear visual effect. It did not immediately resemble a common cloud shape. Chinese viewers discussed possible explanations in the comments. Some guessed it might be a swarm of flying insects, while others questioned whether the video had been made with AI.

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Mexico: Heavy Rain Causes Severe Flooding Across Mexico City

Mexico City authorities issued a red alert Monday evening, May 11 as heavy rainfall triggered severe flooding across multiple boroughs, including Álvaro Obregón, Tlalpan, and Cuajimalpa. Rainfall of up to 50mm caused rivers and reservoirs to overflow, inundating homes and roads. No injuries were reported.

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Mexico: Thousands of ARMYs Gather Outside Stadium for BTS Arirang World Tour

South Korean boy band BTS performed three sold-out concerts at Estadio GNP Seguros in Mexico City on May 7, 9, and 10, as part of their ongoing Arirang World Tour. Thousands of fans without tickets gathered outside the stadium, creating a massive celebration in the surrounding streets to mark the group's return.

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US: Strong Winds and Heavy Rain Lash Enterprise, Louisiana

A powerful storm swept through Enterprise, Louisiana, on the evening of Sunday, May 10, bringing strong winds and heavy, driving rain to the area.

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Spain: Indefinite Teachers’ Strike Kicks Off Across Valencia Region

An indefinite strike in public education kicked off across the Valencia region on Monday, May 11, with large demonstrations held in Valencia, Alicante, Castellón de la Plana, and Elche. Teachers and the wider education community took to the streets demanding better pay, quality public education, and instruction in Valencian.

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Russia: Severe May Blizzard Disrupts Transport Across Yamalo-Nenets Region

A severe blizzard struck the southern Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Region on Sunday, May 10, with sub-zero temperatures and strong winds, which Governor Dmitry Artyukhov described as anomalous for May. Several highway sections were blocked, airports and public transport were disrupted across multiple districts including Noyabrsk, Muravlenko, Gubkinsky, and Purovsky.