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Japan: Rare Red Tide Sweeps Suruga Bay Beaches for First Time in Years

Red tide has been washing ashore along multiple coastlines of Suruga Bay in Shizuoka Prefecture since May 20, in what is believed to be the bay's largest such occurrence in over a decade. The unusual bloom has left tourists puzzled at beaches across the Izu Peninsula, where the reddish-brown discoloration has spread across the shoreline.

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Law to establish National Intelligence Council enacted

Japan's House of Councillors approves a bill to establish a new National Intelligence Council during a plenary session in Tokyo on May 27, 2026, marking enactment of the law to create an entity to centralize information gathering in response to overseas threats.

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Law to establish National Intelligence council enacted

Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara bows after the House of Councillors approved a bill to establish a new National Intelligence Council during a plenary session in Tokyo on May 27, 2026, marking enactment of the law to create an entity to centralize information gathering in response to overseas threats.

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Law to establish National Intelligence Council enacted

Japan's House of Councillors approves a bill to establish a new National Intelligence Council during a plenary session in Tokyo on May 27, 2026, marking enactment of the law to create an entity to centralize information gathering in response to overseas threats. ==Kyodo

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UK: Record-Breaking May Heat Draws Crowds to Beaches in Broadstairs

Beachgoers flocked to Broadstairs in Kent as the United Kingdom recorded its hottest May temperature in over a century. Temperatures reached 35 degrees Celsius at London's Heathrow Airport and Kew Gardens on Tuesday, May 26.

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US: Tornado and Flash Flood Warnings Issued as Storms Batter South Texas

Strong thunderstorms swept through South Texas on Tuesday, May 26, knocking out power for nearly 25,000 customers across the San Antonio area. The National Weather Service issued both a tornado warning and a flash flood warning for parts of the metro area.

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Baseball: Rockies vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani leaves the field, replaced by pinch-hitter Dalton Rushing, in the fifth inning after being hit by a pitch in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 26, 2026.

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Baseball: Rockies vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani leaves the field, replaced by pinch-hitter Dalton Rushing, in the fifth inning after being hit by a pitch in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 26, 2026.

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Philippine President Marcos Jr. in Japan

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (far R) and Empress Masako (2nd from L) escort Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his wife Louise Araneta-Marcos at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on May 27, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Philippine President Marcos Jr. in Japan

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (front, R) chats with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. (front L) at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on May 27, 2026. Behind them are his wife Louise Araneta-Marcos (back, L) and Japanese Empress Masako. (Pool photo)

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China: Strutting Rooster Steals the Show With Its Confident Walk in Chongqing

On January 16, 2026, in Chongqing, China, a video captured a large rooster pacing around a yard with its chest pushed forward and its head held high. The rooster walked with an unusually confident attitude, taking slow and dramatic steps as if it were showing off in front of everyone nearby. Its bold posture and commanding movements made the scene look both funny and surprisingly majestic.

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Baseball: Twins vs. White Sox

Munetaka Murakami of the Chicago White Sox reacts in the dugout after scoring on his two-run home run in the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Minnesota Twins at Rate Field in Chicago on May 26, 2026.

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Philippine President Marcos Jr. in Japan

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (far R) chats with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. (2nd from R) while walking at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on May 27, 2026. Walking behind them are Japanese Empress Masako (3rd from R) and the Philippine president's wife, Louise Araneta-Marcos. (Pool photo)

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Baseball: Twins vs. White Sox

Munetaka Murakami of the Chicago White Sox celebrates with teammates in the dugout after hitting a two-run home run in the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Minnesota Twins at Rate Field in Chicago on May 26, 2026.

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Baseball: Twins vs. White Sox

Munetaka Murakami of the Chicago White Sox celebrates with teammates in the dugout after hitting a two-run home run in the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Minnesota Twins at Rate Field in Chicago on May 26, 2026.

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Baseball: Twins vs. White Sox

Munetaka Murakami of the Chicago White Sox celebrates with teammates in the dugout after hitting a two-run home run in the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Minnesota Twins at Rate Field in Chicago on May 26, 2026.

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Philippine President Marcos Jr. in Japan

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. (far L) and his wife Louise Araneta-Marcos (2nd from L) are greeted by Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on May 27, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Philippine President Marcos Jr. in Japan

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. (L) is greeted by Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on May 27, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Philippine President Marcos Jr. in Japan

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (2nd from R) and Empress Masako (far R) meet with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his wife Louise Araneta-Marcos at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on May 27, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Philippine President Marcos Jr. in Japan

(from R) Japanese Emperor Naruhito, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., his wife Louise Araneta-Marcos and Japanese Empress Masako pose for a photo at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on May 27, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Welcome ceremony for Philippine President Marcos Jr.

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. (2nd from L) and his wife Louise Araneta-Marcos (L) attend a welcome ceremony with Japanese Emperor Naruhito (3rd from L) and Empress Masako at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on May 27, 2026, after arriving in Japan the previous day for a four-day state visit. (Pool photo)

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Baseball: Rockies vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani is pictured on first base after being hit by a pitch in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 26, 2026.

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Welcome ceremony for Philippine President Marcos Jr.

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. (front, L) and his wife Louise Araneta-Marcos (back, L) attend a welcome ceremony with Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on May 27, 2026, after arriving in Japan the previous day for a four-day state visit. (Pool photo)

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Baseball: Rockies vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) rounds the bases to score on a double by Andy Pages in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 26, 2026.

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Baseball: Rockies vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) scores on a double by Andy Pages in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 26, 2026.

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Baseball: Rockies vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani is pictured on first base after being hit by a pitch in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 26, 2026.

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Baseball: Rockies vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani gestures on first base after being hit by a pitch in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 26, 2026.

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Baseball: Rockies vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani reacts after being hit by a pitch in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 26, 2026.

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Baseball: Rockies vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (R) reacts after being hit by a pitch in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 26, 2026.

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Baseball: Rockies vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani reacts after being hit by a pitch in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 26, 2026.

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Baseball: Rockies vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani reacts after being hit by a pitch in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 26, 2026.

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Baseball: Rockies vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani reacts after being hit by a pitch in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 26, 2026.

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China: Terrifying Tire Blowout Caught on Camera at Guangdong Repair Shop

On May 15, 2026, in Meizhou, Guangdong, a video captured a tense scene inside a tire repair shop as a repaired tire was being inflated. The shop owner appeared to notice something unusual after hearing an abnormal sound from the tire. Just seconds before the danger unfolded, he turned around and walked away from the area. Moments later, the tire suddenly burst with a loud explosion and was blown upward by the force of the blast. The powerful impact sent the tire flying, creating a frightening scene inside the shop.

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China: Eerie Red Sky Spotted Over Zhoushan, Zhejiang

On May 17, 2026, in Zhoushan, Zhejiang, a video captured the city’s night sky glowing an intense shade of red. The unusual sight stretched across a large area, making the clouds and horizon appear as if they had been dyed bright scarlet. Witness Ms. Zhang said the red glow lasted for quite a long time and that it was the first time she had ever seen anything like it.

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Baseball: Rockies vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani grounds out in the third inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 26, 2026.

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Baseball: Rockies vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani is pictured after lining out in the first inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 26, 2026.

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Welcome ceremony for Philippine President Marcos Jr.

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. (front, L) and his wife Louise Araneta-Marcos (back, L) attend a welcome ceremony with Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on May 27, 2026, after arriving in Japan the previous day for a four-day state visit. (Pool photo)

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Baseball: Rockies vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani is pictured after lining out in the first inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 26, 2026.

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Welcome ceremony for Philippine President Marcos Jr.

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. (front, L) and his wife Louise Araneta-Marcos (back, L) attend a welcome ceremony with Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on May 27, 2026, after arriving in Japan the previous day for a four-day state visit. (Pool photo)

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