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This is a high-resolution image of the United States Declaration of Independence ( article - text ). This image is a version of the 1823 William Stone facsimile — Stone may well have used a wet pressing process (that removed ink from the original document onto a contact sheet for the purpose of making the engraving).

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Japan Tests US Tomahawk Missile from Chokai Warship in Pacific Ocean

On July 29, 2026, Japan launched a US Tomahawk cruise missile from its Chokai warship, marking a significant move away from its post-World War II military posture.

Aug 5, 2026, 9:17 AM Al Jazeera

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Pāhoehoe Lava is entering Pacific at The Big Island of Hawai , Hawaii Volcanoes National Park .

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Protections Removed from Major Pacific Ocean Conservation Areas in the U.S.

The Trump administration has opened waters around key Pacific islands to commercial fishing, impacting some of the nation’s most pristine marine ecosystems.

NPR News | Aug 4, 2026, 3:01 AM 1 source Single-source report

Five fingers peak. Quartzite sandstone Huangshizhai Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan Hunan, China. Panorama 2012.

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China and Russia Military Exercises Expose Gaps in Japan’s Pacific Defenses

Recent missile tests and joint drills near Japan have raised concerns in Tokyo, prompting discussions on enhancing Pacific Ocean security.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 28, 2026, 9:31 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Felony Suspect’s 90-Minute Ocean Escape Ends at Will Rogers State Beach

A man wanted on a felony warrant was apprehended after a prolonged standoff in the Pacific Ocean off Los Angeles, following an attempt to evade police by swimming offshore.

Fox News Latest | Jul 17, 2026, 9:07 PM 1 source Single-source report

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US and Allies Condemn China’s Submarine-Launched ICBM Test in Pacific

China’s recent test of an unarmed intercontinental ballistic missile from a submarine in the Pacific Ocean has drawn condemnation from the US, Japan, Australia, and New Zealand amid concerns over nuclear proliferation and regional security.

The Hill | Jul 7, 2026, 8:58 PM 1 source Single-source report

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China Tests Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile in Pacific Ahead of NATO Summit

China's rare missile test from a nuclear-powered submarine in the Pacific Ocean has drawn criticism from regional allies as NATO prepares to address evolving security threats.

Fox News Latest | Jul 6, 2026, 9:40 PM 1 source Single-source report

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China Conducts Rare Submarine Ballistic Missile Test Amid Rising Pacific Tensions

China's launch of a ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine into the Pacific Ocean has drawn criticism from regional allies as NATO prepares for its Ankara summit.

Fox News Latest | Jul 6, 2026, 9:21 PM 1 source Single-source report

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China and Russia to Conduct Annual Joint Naval Exercises in Pacific

The two countries will hold the "Joint Sea-2026" drills off Qingdao and conduct maritime patrols in the Pacific Ocean, following a recent high-level diplomatic visit.

CNA Latest News | Jul 5, 2026, 2:09 PM 1 source Single-source report

Satellite image of snow-covered Great Britain on 7 January 2010, taken by MODIS on NASA 's Terra satellite .

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UK Defends Seizure of Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker Amid Putin's Threats

The UK government asserts its actions against a sanctioned Russian oil tanker comply with international law, despite warnings from Russian officials.

BBC World | Aug 13, 2026, 10:34 AM 1 source Single-source report

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More than 3,000 Missing After 7.4-Magnitude Earthquake in Colombia; Trump Administration Pledges $15.5 Million in Relief

A powerful earthquake centered in Colombia's Chocó region has left over 3,000 people missing and caused widespread destruction, prompting emergency response efforts and international aid.

Fox News Latest | Aug 11, 2026, 5:25 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Indonesia Closes Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park Amid Expanding Wildfire

Authorities have closed access to the popular East Java park as a wildfire near Mount Bromo nearly triples in size, with the closure remaining until further notice.

Al Jazeera | Aug 9, 2026, 1:35 PM 1 source Single-source report

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North Korea’s Kim Yo Jong Threatens Military Response to Japan’s Missile Test

Kim Yo Jong accuses Japan of shifting from defense to preemptive military posture following a US-made Tomahawk missile test.

Al Jazeera | Aug 5, 2026, 4:14 AM 1 source Single-source report

Satellite image of Japan in May 2003. The islands of Japan are shown clearly off the coast of North and South Korea, China, and Russia in this true-color image. Running down through the islands are a string of mountains that make up part of the Pacific "Ring of Fire." The Ring of Fire is a zone of frequent earthquakes and volcanic eruptions that stretches in a series of arcs from New Zealand, through Indonesia, up through the Philippines, Japan, the Kuril Islands and Kamchatka Peninsula (Russia), across the Pacific Ocean via the Aleutian Islands, and down the coast of the Americas. Seventy-five percent of the world's volcanoes are in this ring, making it the most volcanically-active region on the planet. Also shown in this image are a number of fires, which are marked with red dots. A few fires were detected in Japan, China, and North Korea, but the majority were detected in Russia's Primorskiy-Kray region. This true-color Aqua MODIS image was acquired on May 1, 2003.

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Typhoon Dolphin Approaches Japan, Okinawa Island Warned to Prepare

Typhoon Dolphin, a very strong storm originating from the Central Pacific, is moving westward toward Japan, prompting warnings for severe weather in Okinawa Island and other regions.

Al Jazeera | Aug 4, 2026, 2:31 PM 1 source Single-source report

The arrival of El Niño in the tropical Pacific Ocean triggers a cascade of changes in tropical rainfall and wind patterns that echo around the globe. For the United States, the most significant impact is a shift in the path of the mid-latitude jet streams. These swift, high-level winds play a major role in separating warm and cool air masses and steering storms from the Pacific across the U.S. This map illustrates the typical impacts of El Niño on U.S. winter weather. During El Niño, the Pacific jet stream is more reliable across the southern tier of the United States. Southern and interior Alaska and the Pacific Northwest tend to be warmer than average, and the southern tier of U.S. states—from California to the Carolinas—tends to be wetter than average. Farther north, the Ohio and Upper Mississippi River Valleys may be drier than usual. One or more of these climate patterns have occurred during many El Niño events in the past. That doesn’t mean that all of these impacts happen during every episode. Every event is somewhat different. In other words, the influence of El Niño on U.S. winter climate is a matter of probability, not certainty. El Niño and La Niña are opposite phases of a natural climate pattern across the tropical Pacific Ocean that swings back and forth every 3-7 years on average. El Niño and La Niña alternately warm and cool large areas of the tropical Pacific—the world’s largest ocean—which significantly influences where and how much it rains there. Like a boulder dropped into a stream, this shift in the location of tropical rainfall disrupts the atmospheric circulation patterns that connect the tropics with the middle latitudes, which in turn modifies the mid-latitude jet streams. By modifying the jet streams, El Niño and La Niña can affect temperature and precipitation across the United States and other parts of the world. The influence on the U.S. is strongest during the winter (December-February), but it may linger into early spring.

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UN Chief Warns Strong El Niño is Intensifying Global Climate Crisis

UN Secretary-General António Guterres cautions that the strengthening El Niño phenomenon is exacerbating extreme weather events and pushing global temperatures toward record highs.

France 24 English | Aug 1, 2026, 2:49 AM 1 source Single-source report

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El Niño Puts Millions in Eastern and Southern Africa at Risk Amid Intensifying Climate Pattern

The United Nations and partner agencies are mobilizing support to help vulnerable communities in Africa prepare for the worsening impacts of El Niño, expected to continue into early 2027.

UN News | Jul 31, 2026, 3:36 PM 1 source Single-source report

A California surfer. Santa Cruz and the surrounding Northern California coastline is a popular surfing destination; however, the year-round low temperature of the ocean in that region (averaging 57ºF/14ºC) necessitates the use of wetsuits .

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President Trump to Honor Teen Lifeguard Who Rescued Child in Santa Cruz

A teen lifeguard who saved a 10-year-old boy from dangerous waves in Santa Cruz, California, will be awarded the highest civilian honor, President Trump announced.

The Hill | Jul 28, 2026, 10:06 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Super El Niño Expected to Cause Major Economic Losses Across Africa

African Development Bank warns of a $10 billion to $20 billion economic impact and lasting effects on GDP due to a strong El Niño event.

Africanews | Jul 27, 2026, 8:08 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Japan Successfully Extracts Rare Earth Elements from Pacific Seabed in Drilling Test

The recovery marks a significant move by Japan to reduce dependence on China-dominated rare earth supply chains.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 24, 2026, 5:19 AM 1 source Single-source report

Grounded editorial scene illustrating Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong criticizes Beijing's missile launch and announces support for the Philippine Coast Guard amid regional tensions.

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Australia Condemns China's 'Destabilising' Nuclear-Capable Missile Test in South Pacific

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong criticizes Beijing's missile launch and announces support for the Philippine Coast Guard amid regional tensions.

CNA Latest News | Jul 22, 2026, 6:54 AM 1 source Single-source report

Grounded editorial scene illustrating Bertha, located south of Panama City, Florida, poses risks of heavy rain and coastal flooding, while Hurricane Fausto develops far from land in the Pacific.

Tropical Storm Bertha Threatens US Gulf Coast as Hurricane Fausto Forms in Eastern Pacific

Bertha, located south of Panama City, Florida, poses risks of heavy rain and coastal flooding, while Hurricane Fausto develops far from land in the Pacific.

Guardian US | Jul 21, 2026, 9:27 AM 1 source Single-source report

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China Prepares for More Storms Following Typhoon Bavi’s Impact

Authorities in northeast China issue emergency alerts as the country braces for additional typhoons and heavy rains through September.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 11:02 AM 1 source Single-source report

US National Weather Service Warns of Historic El Niño Likely to Intensify Global Weather

Forecasters predict an 81% chance of a very strong El Niño developing by the end of 2026, with conditions expected to persist through spring 2027, raising concerns about intensified heatwaves and weather disruptions worldwide.

Guardian US | Jul 9, 2026, 11:28 PM 1 source Single-source report

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China Triples Nuclear Arsenal in Six Years, Tests JL-3 Submarine-Launched Missile

China conducted its first long-range missile test in two years, firing a JL-3 intercontinental ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine, signaling a significant expansion of its nuclear capabilities.

ABC Australia News | Jul 9, 2026, 8:00 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Trump Administration Criticizes China for Submarine-Launched Nuclear Missile Test

The U.S. State Department condemns China’s recent test launch of a nuclear-capable submarine missile as a sign of escalating arms buildup.

Washington Times News | Jul 7, 2026, 11:08 AM 1 source Single-source report