Today's news in pictures - Wednesday, September 9, 2026
MISSED what happened today? Here's a glimpse at what happened throughout the country in photographs
On September 9, 2026, a series of striking images captured pivotal moments from around the globe. In southern Lebanon, an Israeli airstrike took place despite an ongoing ceasefire, raising concerns and sparking debate. Meanwhile, at the LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary in South Africa, FOUR PAWS marked the eighth anniversary since the rescue of lions Micca and Juba. The rescue occurred on September 13, 2018, after the lions were taken from a farm where they had been kept for security reasons.
In Indonesia, a resident dressed as Spider-Man joined the effort to combat land fires, as toxic haze enveloped parts of Southeast Asia, causing widespread concern. Although Hurricane Marie stayed offshore of Southern California during the Labor Day weekend, its powerful swells generated dangerous surf and rip currents, with waves reaching up to 10 feet in some areas. The storm's impact was evident in Malibu, California, where waves battered seaside homes.
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- 24 hours in pictures, 9 September 2026 citizen.co.za
