Cheboygan, United States – Drone video from the Michigan State Police Aviation Unit shows widespread flooding and rising water levels at Black Lake, spanning areas in Cheboygan and Presque Isle counties.

The aerial footage captures extensive water coverage across the region as levels continue to increase.

Authorities say the drone imagery is being used to document the scope of the flooding affecting the area.

The video highlights conditions around Black Lake as water spreads across surrounding land.

Officials continue to monitor the situation as water levels remain elevated.

Cheboygan, United States – Heavy machinery and two marine vessels are operating upstream of the Cheboygan Lock and Dam Complex at Mullett Lake to remove debris and break up ice.

The work is part of ongoing efforts to keep water moving through the system.

Crews are using equipment on both land and water to clear blockages forming in the area.

The operation is focused on managing ice buildup and debris accumulation upstream of the dam complex.

Authorities say the work is continuing as conditions require attention to maintain proper water flow.

Gainesville, United States – Fire crews are responding to two brush fires burning in separate parts of the city, with efforts continuing to contain both incidents.

One fire in the North Main Street and NW 53rd Avenue area is now mostly contained. Firefighters remain on site to secure the area and prevent any further spread.

A second fire remains active in the Eryn’s Gardens and Hidden Lake area near US-441/121, where crews are still working toward full containment.

Multiple agencies are involved in the response, including fire rescue teams, forestry services, and police. A command post has been established at Station 33 to coordinate operations.

Officials say the setup is also being used to assist residents who may be affected by the fires.

The American Red Cross has been contacted to support anyone who may be displaced.

Authorities warn that smoke may continue to affect the area, and drivers are urged to be cautious near active scenes due to reduced visibility.

Residents are advised to avoid outdoor burning because of ongoing dry conditions.

Emergency crews remain active at both locations, and officials are urging the public to stay away from the fire zones.

Gibraltar, United Kingdom – Video shows a Gibraltar macaque gathering and eating red clay soil, a behaviour now linked to increasing exposure to food from tourists.

A new study reports that macaques on Gibraltar are using soil as a way to self medicate after consuming high-calorie snacks provided or taken from tourists.

Researchers describe the behaviour as “geophagy,” meaning the intentional ingestion of soil, now regularly observed in the island’s macaque population.

The animals are the only free-ranging monkeys in Europe and were monitored across the Rock of Gibraltar over several years.

Scientists found that macaques with frequent contact with tourists consume more soil, especially during peak holiday seasons.

The study links this behaviour to diets that include chocolate, crisps, and ice cream, which differ greatly from the species’ natural foods.

Researchers say these foods may disrupt gut bacteria and digestion in the animals.

Soil consumption may help reduce digestive problems by supplying minerals and bacteria missing from processed foods.

It may also help coat the digestive tract and reduce irritation linked to high sugar and fat intake.

The behaviour appears to be socially transmitted, with different groups showing preferences for particular soil types.

Across the population, macaques averaged 12 soil-eating events per week.

Most soil consumed was red clay, known as “terra rossa,” which accounted for the majority of cases.

One group, the Ape’s Den troop, showed a strong preference for tar-contaminated soil found in road potholes.

Researchers say these differences suggest local traditions have formed within separate groups.

Some soil eating happened in groups, with several animals feeding from the same area at once.

In most cases, other macaques were present and watching, suggesting the behaviour is learned socially.

Researchers also found that nearly one fifth of their diet consisted of tourist-provided junk food.

Groups in high tourist areas consumed significantly more of this food than those in quieter regions.

One group with no tourist contact showed no soil eating behaviour at all.

Scientists say the findings show how human activity is reshaping primate behaviour and creating new cultural patterns in animal groups.

Finland – Video shows a common cuckoo laying an egg from the cavity entrance of a redstart nest inside a nest box in Finland.

The footage is part of a new scientific study that directly records how common cuckoos place their eggs inside host nests located in enclosed cavities.

Researchers say the findings overturn a long-standing belief in natural history that cuckoos carry their eggs in their beaks.

The study was led by Associate Professor Robert Thomson of the University of Cape Town and Professor Tomáš Grim of the University of Ostrava.

Using video monitoring, the team recorded more than 60 egg-laying events across four breeding seasons in Finland.

The observations focused on interactions between common cuckoos and common redstarts, a species that nests in enclosed tree cavities rather than open nests.

One researcher involved in the study said the recordings reveal what actually happens during egg laying in difficult nesting conditions, noting that speculation had filled this gap for centuries.

The research identified two different egg-laying strategies used by cuckoos in cavity nests.

In some cases, females lay eggs from outside the nest entrance, effectively placing the egg into the cavity. In other cases, they enter the nest chamber before laying.

Each method carries different risks and benefits, including the chance of missing the nest or becoming trapped inside.

Researchers noted that entering the cavity leads to higher success in egg placement but also increases potential risks for the bird.

The study also highlights an evolutionary interaction between brood parasites and their hosts, showing how both sides adapt over time.

Scientists say cavity nesting may offer protection to host species, but cuckoos have developed flexible behavior to overcome these defenses.

The findings also reject the long-held idea that cuckoos transport eggs in their beaks, a belief that dates back to early naturalists.

Researchers confirmed that all observed cuckoos laid eggs directly into nests, even in situations where carrying eggs might seem more convenient.

The use of long-term video monitoring across hundreds of nest boxes was key to capturing the behavior in detail.

Albany, United States – Video shows the release of a bear after it was sedated and removed from a tree in the city following an hours-long wildlife operation.

The animal was first reported around 6:30 a.m. on April 21 in a tree at the corner of Second Avenue and Raymo Street, prompting a response from environmental conservation officers and police.

Authorities secured the area and closed nearby streets while keeping the public back as a crowd gathered throughout the morning.

At around 11:40 a.m., a tranquilizer dart was fired at the bear by a responding officer. The animal initially showed little effect and climbed higher into the tree, before eventually falling into a net positioned below.

“It was holding on like it was doing pull-ups,” said Sarina Heffernan, 33, of Albany, describing the moment the bear struggled in the branches.

After being brought down, officials confirmed the bear was uninjured and later became fully sedated while responders monitored it on the ground.

By about 12:30 p.m., wildlife staff loaded the bear onto a truck for relocation.

A wildlife biologist said the bear would be released into the Catskills once transport was complete, explaining that the sedative would take several hours to wear off.

The animal is believed to be a young male, around one year old and approximately 130 pounds, likely dispersing from its birth area in search of food.

Officials noted that young bears often travel long distances and can occasionally appear in urban neighborhoods.

Wildlife staff also explained that bear sightings in the Albany area occur periodically as animals move through suburban regions.

Mesa, United States – A small single-engine aircraft made an emergency landing on Main Street in downtown Mesa during the morning commute, narrowly avoiding traffic, power lines, and a nearby canal.

The incident occurred just before 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday near Gilbert Road and Main Street in a busy area filled with vehicles, businesses, and a transit stop.

A two-seat Piper Cherokee was captured on Mesa police dashcam footage as it safely touched down on the roadway.

Both occupants on board, a flight instructor and a student pilot, exited the aircraft without injury.

No injuries or damage were reported.

Witnesses and first responders quickly assisted at the scene. The pilots helped move the undamaged aircraft to a nearby parking lot as traffic backed up and bystanders gathered.

The street was temporarily closed for about an hour while crews removed the plane using a winch and a flatbed truck.

A mechanic working nearby described the moment as unexpected, saying the aircraft appeared under a traffic light after landing on the street, with power lines and poles running along the roadway approach.

A fire official said crews had prepared for a more serious outcome but were relieved by the safe result, noting that no vehicles were damaged and no one was injured.

The aircraft is registered to Venture West Airline Pilot Academy, based near Falcon Field. The owner credited the pilots’ response and expressed relief that everyone remained safe.

The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the mechanical issue that led to the emergency landing.

The incident is one of several recent aircraft emergencies reported in the region, including runway incidents, street landings, and crashes in other parts of Arizona.

Kanlaon Volcano, Philippines – Time-lapse footage captured at 05:48 AM on April 22, 2026 shows ash emission from the summit crater of Kanlaon Volcano.

The imagery, recorded by an IP camera at the Kanlaon Volcano Observatory–Canlaon City, shows grayish ash plumes emerging from the crater.

The ash rose approximately 500 meters above the summit before drifting toward the southwest.

The event was observed during ongoing volcanic activity at the site.

Alert Level 2 remains in effect over Kanlaon Volcano, indicating continued unrest.

Mono County, United States – Video and images released by Caltrans District 9 show a winter storm moving through Mono County near the Town of Mammoth Lakes.

The footage was taken just north of Mammoth Lakes, where whiteout conditions are currently being reported.

Visibility in the area is severely reduced as the storm intensifies across the region.

Chain restrictions are beginning to be put into place due to the dangerous driving conditions.

The situation highlights rapidly changing winter weather impacting travel routes near the town.

Pacifica, United States – A Coast Guard Air Station San Francisco helicopter crew carried out a rescue operation for an injured hiker inland of Devil’s Slide Trail in Pacifica, California.

The MH-65 Dolphin helicopter team responded on April 19, 2026, after the hiker was reported injured along the trail area.

A rescue swimmer was lowered from the helicopter to reach the victim on the ground.

The swimmer then assisted in hoisting the injured hiker into the aircraft.

The helicopter transported the man to the Devil’s Slide Trail parking lot.

There, the hiker was handed over to San Mateo County emergency medical services for further care.

The operation involved coordination between the helicopter crew, the rescue swimmer, and ground medical teams at the landing site.