Dangerous flash floods struck parts of Khenchela province in Algeria after heavy rainfall. Footage shows powerful water flows sweeping across roads and carrying vehicles away, highlighting the risks of attempting to cross flooded wadi channels during active flooding. Authorities often warn that fast-moving floodwaters can become life-threatening within moments. Footage: Weather of North West Africa

China’s Long March-8A rocket has completed a major step ahead of its upcoming mission. The rocket successfully underwent vertical transfer, a process that involves moving the launch vehicle into position at the launch site. The milestone highlights China’s continued expansion of its space programme and launch capabilities. Source: Chinese space authorities

Heavy rainfall turned streets into flooded waterways in southern Mexico. Comitán in Chiapas state experienced rising water levels on September 19, with flooding affecting roads and disrupting vehicle movement in several areas. The scenes highlight how quickly intense rainfall can impact urban communities. Source: Local reports

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BREAKING: Temporary airspace restrictions have reportedly been issued over Waco, Texas ahead of Tesla’s planned Roadster reveal event on October 1. The next-generation Tesla Roadster has attracted attention after Elon Musk said the vehicle could feature SpaceX-inspired technologies, including possible rocket thrusters. The details of the final production version remain to be confirmed as anticipation builds ahead of the reveal. Source: FAA notices / Tesla statements

It looks like nature from another world — but it’s actually chemistry in motion. This mesmerizing macro footage captures a simple chemical reaction where patterns emerge as molecules spread and organize themselves through physical processes. A reminder that even basic science can create visuals that look almost alive. Footage: Thomas van Zanten

Heavy rainfall in Alicante, Spain, caused a sudden rise in the water level of the Nacimiento River. Some areas recorded more than 70 mm of rain, leading authorities to warn people against crossing waterways due to strong currents and the risk of being swept away. Source: Local reports from Alicante

A single raindrop touches bioluminescent water, creating a magical glow across the surface — like a sea filled with tiny stars. The blue light is produced by microscopic marine organisms that emit a glow when disturbed, turning ordinary waves and droplets into a natural light show. Source: ewp_traveler

Deep in Thagus, Mashabrum Valley of Gilgit-Baltistan, a remarkable irrigation channel has been carved through the mountains by local communities. Built through generations of human effort, this lifeline carries water to fields and villages, reflecting the connection between people and the harsh yet beautiful mountain landscape. A powerful example of local engineering, resilience, and harmony with nature. Source: Siachen Stay & Tours

A delivery truck just arrived — but it’s 400 kilometres above Earth. Russia’s Progress 96 cargo spacecraft successfully docked with the International Space Station’s Poisk module, carrying nearly three tons of food, fuel and supplies for the Expedition 75 crew. Behind every space mission is a complex logistics network keeping astronauts supported far from home. Source: NASA

A polar bear carefully navigates across a fragmented ice pack in a moving, wavy sea. The scene shows the remarkable balance and adaptation these Arctic animals rely on while moving through a changing and unstable environment.

Heavy rains in Lebanon caused flash flooding across several areas, including the Five Wings neighborhood in Choueifat, south of Beirut. Floodwaters swept waste and debris through streets after intense rainfall on September 18, affecting roads and local communities. Source: ali_kteish

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang is pushing back against predictions that AI could bring an end-of-the-world scenario by 2030. Huang said he does not believe artificial intelligence will destroy humanity or mark the end of the world, rejecting extreme forecasts about the technology’s future impact. The debate over AI’s risks and opportunities continues as the technology advances rapidly. Source: Jensen Huang’s remarks

Heavy rains and sudden flooding affected the streets of Ponte Milvio in northern Rome, Italy. A powerful thunderstorm brought intense rainfall, leaving several areas waterlogged and causing major traffic disruptions. Source: Ileana Saya

Heavy rainfall in Trabzon, Turkey, caused flooding across several parts of the city. Hours of rain led to water entering some homes and shops, while drivers faced difficult conditions as flooding disrupted traffic on multiple streets. 18 September 2026 Source: Duy Trabzon

Photographer Phil Thurston captured this incredible wave and stretched just a few seconds of real-time movement into around 40 seconds of slow motion. The result reveals details in the water that happen too quickly for the eye to fully appreciate in real time. Source: thurstonphoto

This is an air-supported football dome in China. Instead of a conventional roof, the structure uses a lightweight membrane kept inflated by controlled air pressure, covering an entire full-size football pitch. The enclosed design allows the field to remain usable in rain, wind and other difficult weather conditions — turning an outdoor pitch into an all-weather sports facility. A fascinating example of how lightweight engineering can create massive enclosed spaces. #China #Engineering #Architecture #Football

Watch what happens when deep-brain stimulation is switched on during Parkinson’s surgery. In some procedures, the patient remains awake while surgeons guide a tiny electrode into a precise area of the brain. The scalp is numbed, while the brain itself has no pain receptors, allowing the patient to speak and respond during the operation. The target can be only a few millimetres wide, so accuracy matters. Parkinson’s alters brain signalling linked to movement. Surgeons can test the electrode while the patient is awake: stimulation is activated, the patient raises a hand, and a visible reduction in tremor can help confirm they are close to the intended target. Once implanted, the electrode delivers rapid electrical pulses that help regulate abnormal signalling. A battery placed under the skin in the chest powers the system, similar in principle to a pacemaker. It does not cure Parkinson’s or repair damaged neurons, but for selected patients, deep-brain stimulation can significantly reduce symptoms. The human brain, a tiny electrode, and a tremor helping guide the procedure. Watch the moment the stimulation is switched on. #Parkinsons #BrainSurgery #Medicine #Science Source: @bosunatiklama

A remarkable family coincidence has become a Guinness World Records achievement! Five generations of an Iowa family Wilber, Addie, Fred Harlow, Emma Bell and Arthur—were all born on September 14. Even more remarkable: they form a boy-girl-boy-girl-boy pattern. Arthur’s birth on September 14, 2025, completed the five-generation chain.