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Ireland: Traffic Chaos Grips Ireland for Third Day as Fuel Price Protests Intensify 3

Severe traffic disruption gripped Ireland on Thursday, April 9, as fuel price protests entered their third day. Hauliers and contractors blocked major motorways including the M50, M7 and M8, while in Dublin, O'Connell Street was brought to a standstill, forcing bus and tram services to suspend or divert.

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Ireland: Travel Disruption Enters Fourth Day Amid Ongoing Fuel Protest 2

Travel across parts of Ireland was disrupted for a fourth consecutive day on Friday, April 10, as slow-moving convoys and blockades continued over rising fuel prices linked to the US-Israel war against Iran. Two sections of the M50 motorway were shut, while blockades remained in place at fuel terminals in Limerick, Galway Port, and the Whitegate Oil Refinery in Cork.

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Spain: Saharan Dust Blankets Parts of Andalusia 2

Thick Saharan dust, known as calima, blanketed parts of Andalusia, Spain, on April 9, 2026, notably reducing visibility across the region.

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Japanese novelist Nishi publishes English translation

Japanese novelist Kanako Nishi, (far L) winner in 2015 of the prestigious Naoki Japanese literary award, attends a talk event at a bookstore in New York on April 9, 2026, held to celebrate the publication of a translation of her best-selling 2005 novel, Sakura, her first title to appear in English. Sitting beside her is translator, Allison Markin Powell.

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Japanese novelist Nishi publishes English translation

Japanese novelist Kanako Nishi, (far L) winner in 2015 of the prestigious Naoki Japanese literary award, attends a talk event at a bookstore in New York on April 9, 2026, held to celebrate the publication of a translation of her best-selling 2005 novel, Sakura, her first title to appear in English. Sitting beside her is translator, Allison Markin Powell.

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Japanese novelist Nishi publishes English translation

Japanese novelist Kanako Nishi (L), winner in 2015 of the prestigious Naoki Japanese literary award, talks about her novel Sakura, a best-seller published in Japan in 2005, during a talk event held at a bookstore in New York on April 9, 2026, to celebrate the publication of her first title to appear in English. Sitting beside her is translator, Allison Markin Powell.

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Pro-Constitution rally in Japan

People in support of keeping the pacifist Constitution intact gather in front of the Diet building in Tokyo on April 8, 2026, in protest over recent moves to revise it by some forces. Nearly 50,000 people rallied at over 160 places in Japan's 47 prefectures the same day in response to a social media call for action three days earlier by a woman in her 20s in Ibaraki Prefecture.

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Pro-Constitution rally in Japan

People in support of keeping the pacifist Constitution intact gather in front of the Diet building in Tokyo on April 8, 2026, in protest over recent moves to revise it by some forces. Nearly 50,000 people rallied at over 160 places in Japan's 47 prefectures the same day in response to a social media call for action three days earlier by a woman in her 20s in Ibaraki Prefecture.

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Pro-Constitution rally in Japan

People in support of keeping the pacifist Constitution intact gather in front of the Diet building in Tokyo on April 8, 2026, in protest over recent moves to revise it by some forces. Nearly 50,000 people rallied at over 160 places in Japan's 47 prefectures the same day in response to a social media call for action three days earlier by a woman in her 20s in Ibaraki Prefecture.

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U.N. disarmament chief Nakamitsu

U.N. high representative for disarmament affairs Izumi Nakamitsu speaks during a press conference at the Japan National Press Club in Tokyo on April 10, 2026.

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US: Smoke Reported Over Newark Liberty Airport in New Jersey

Thick black smoke was seen filling the skies above Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey on the night of Thursday, April 9, 2026. The cause of the smoke remains unclear.

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Ireland: Traffic Chaos Grips Ireland for Third Day as Fuel Price Protests Intensify 2

Severe traffic disruption gripped Ireland on Thursday, April 9, as fuel price protests entered their third day. Hauliers and contractors blocked major motorways including the M50, M7 and M8, while in Dublin, O'Connell Street was brought to a standstill, forcing bus and tram services to suspend or divert.

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PM Takaichi meets British rock band group Deep Purple

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (3rd from L), an avid fan of the British rock band Deep Purple, hands made-in-Japan drum sticks to Ian Paice (2nd from L), drummer of the group at the prime minister's office in Tokyo on April 10, 2026.

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PM Takaichi meets British rock band group Deep Purple

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (3rd from L), an avid fan of the British rock band Deep Purple, hands made-in-Japan drum sticks to Ian Paice (2nd from L), drummer of the group at the prime minister's office in Tokyo on April 10, 2026.

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PM Takaichi meets British rock band group Deep Purple

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (3rd from L), an avid fan of the British rock band Deep Purple, meets with members of the group at the prime minister's office in Tokyo on April 10, 2026.

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Myanmar's new president

The swearing-in ceremony is held for Myanmar's newly elected President Min Aung Hlaing at parliament in Naypyitaw on April 10, 2026.

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Myanmar's new president

Myanmar's newly elected President and former military chief Min Aung Hlaing (C) takes the oath during his swearing-in ceremony at parliament in Naypyitaw on April 10, 2026.

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Myanmar's new president

Myanmar's newly elected President and former military chief Min Aung Hlaing arrives at parliament to attend his swearing-in ceremony in Naypyitaw on April 10, 2026.

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Myanmar's new president

Myanmar's newly elected President and former military chief Min Aung Hlaing delivers a speech at parliament in Naypyitaw on April 10, 2026, following his swearing-in ceremony.

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Myanmar's new president

Myanmar's newly elected President and former military chief Min Aung Hlaing delivers a speech at parliament in Naypyitaw on April 10, 2026, following his swearing-in ceremony.

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Ireland: Traffic Chaos Grips Ireland for Third Day as Fuel Price Protests Intensify

Severe traffic disruption gripped Ireland on Thursday, April 9, as fuel price protests entered their third day. Hauliers and contractors blocked major motorways including the M50, M7 and M8, while in Dublin, O'Connell Street was brought to a standstill, forcing bus and tram services to suspend or divert. This video shows a traveler with a suitcase, appearing to head toward the airport.

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Ireland: Travel Disruption Enters Fourth Day Amid Ongoing Fuel Protest

Travel across parts of Ireland was disrupted for a fourth consecutive day on Friday, April 10, as slow-moving convoys and blockades continued over rising fuel prices linked to the US-Israel war against Iran. Two sections of the M50 motorway were shut, while blockades remained in place at fuel terminals in Limerick, Galway Port, and the Whitegate Oil Refinery in Cork.

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Taiwan opposition leader Cheng meets with Xi

Cheng Li-wun (back, C), leader of Taiwan's main opposition party, the Nationalist Party, holds a press conference in Beijing on April 10, 2026, following talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, the first time in nearly a decade Xi has held talks with the incumbent head of the Taiwanese party, also known as Kuomintang.

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Taiwan opposition leader Cheng meets with Xi

Cheng Li-wun (back, C), leader of Taiwan's main opposition party, the Nationalist Party, holds a press conference in Beijing on April 10, 2026, following talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, the first time in nearly a decade Xi has held talks with the incumbent head of the Taiwanese party, also known as Kuomintang.

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Taiwan opposition leader Cheng meets with Xi

Cheng Li-wun, leader of Taiwan's main opposition party, the Nationalist Party, is surrounded by photographers after a press conference she held in Beijing on April 10, 2026, following talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, the first time in nearly a decade Xi has held talks with the incumbent head of the Taiwanese party, also known as Kuomintang.

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Taiwan opposition leader Cheng meets with Xi

Cheng Li-wun, leader of Taiwan's main opposition party, the Nationalist Party, holds a press conference in Beijing on April 10, 2026, following talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, the first time in nearly a decade Xi has held talks with the incumbent head of the Taiwanese party, also known as Kuomintang.

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Taiwan opposition leader Cheng meets with Xi

Cheng Li-wun, leader of Taiwan's main opposition party, the Nationalist Party, holds a press conference in Beijing on April 10, 2026, following talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, the first time in nearly a decade Xi has held talks with the incumbent head of the Taiwanese party, also known as Kuomintang.

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Taiwan opposition leader Cheng meets with Xi

Cheng Li-wun, leader of Taiwan's main opposition party, the Nationalist Party, holds a press conference in Beijing on April 10, 2026, following talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, the first time in nearly a decade Xi has held talks with the incumbent head of the Taiwanese party, also known as Kuomintang.

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[Breaking News]Astronaut Yui meets press

TOKYO, Japan, April 9 Kyodo - Japanese astronaut Kimiya Yui poses for a photo at the end of a press conference in Tokyo on April 9, 2026, held after returning to Earth in January following a five-month mission at the International Space Station. (Kyodo)

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[Breaking News]Ancient cherry tree in Japan

MIHARU, Japan, April 9 Kyodo - A full-bloomed cherry tree estimated to be over 1,000 years is illuminated in Miharu in Fukushima Prefecture, northeastern Japan, on April 8, 2026. With its flowers spreading in all directions from the branches, the government-protected tree is known as the "waterfall cherry tree of Miharu." (Kyodo)

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Chinese foreign minister arrives in Pyongyang

PYONGYANG, North Korea, April 9 Kyodo - Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is greeted by his North Korean counterpart Choe Son Hui upon his arrival at Pyongyang International Airport in Pyongyang on April 9, 2026, for a two-day visit to North Korea. (Kyodo)

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Carp streamers in Hokkaido

Carp streamers flutter in the wind over Jozankei hot spring resort in Sapporo in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on April 10, 2026, ahead of Children's Day on May 5.

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Carp streamers in Hokkaido

Carp streamers flutter in the wind over Jozankei hot spring resort in Sapporo in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on April 10, 2026, ahead of Children's Day on May 5.

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Carp streamers in Hokkaido

Carp streamers flutter in the wind over Jozankei hot spring resort in Sapporo in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on April 10, 2026, ahead of Children's Day on May 5.

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Min Aung Hlaing sworn in as Myanmar president

Former military chief Min Aung Hlaing arrives at parliament in Naypyitaw on April 10, 2026. He was sworn in as Myanmar's president the same day.

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China: Men Refuse to Give Up Their BBQ as Hailstorm Batters Guiyang

On March 31, 2026, in Guiyang, Guizhou, a video captured an unusual yet relaxed scene as a violent downpour and hail swept through the area. Yet despite the bad weather, two men firmly gripped their barbecue table to prevent it from being washed away.

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Spain: Saharan Dust Blankets Vélez-Málaga Reducing Visibility

Thick Saharan dust, known as calima, blanketed Vélez-Málaga, Spain, on April 9, 2026, notably reducing visibility across the area.

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Taiwan opposition leader Cheng in Beijing

A motorcade carrying Cheng Li-wun, leader of Taiwan's main opposition Nationalist Party, or Kuomintang, departs from a hotel in Beijing on April 10, 2026. She had talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping the same day.

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Taiwan opposition leader Cheng in Beijing

Cheng Li-wun (2nd from R), leader of Taiwan's main opposition Nationalist Party, or Kuomintang, sits in a car departing from a hotel in Beijing on April 10, 2026. She had talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping the same day.

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Taiwan opposition leader Cheng in Beijing

Cheng Li-wun (2nd from R), leader of Taiwan's main opposition Nationalist Party, or Kuomintang, sits in a car departing from a hotel in Beijing on April 10, 2026. She had talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping the same day.

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China: Guangdong Night Sky Glows in Shade of Purple

On March 31, 2026, in Guangdong, a video captured a breathtaking scene where the night sky suddenly turned a vivid shade of purple.

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China: Elderly Man Drives Burning Tractor Through Night Roads in Shanxi

On April 5, 2026, in Shanxi, a video captured a dangerous nighttime scene in which an elderly man drove a four-wheeled tractor while the goods on the vehicle were visibly on fire. As the tractor moved forward, flames fell from the back, forming a continuous line of fire along the road.

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China: Ewe Rushes Across Field to Reunite With Lost Newborn Lamb After Hearing Cries

On March 31, 2026, in Nanjing, Jiangsu, a video captured a newborn lamb lying alone in tall grass, bleating helplessly after becoming separated from its mother. After hearing its cries, the ewe appeared in the distance, instinctively responding and running across the field to reunite with her lamb.

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China: Stunning Display of Multicolored Clouds Spotted Over Yunnan

On March 29, 2026, in Yunnan, a video captured a stunning display of iridescent clouds spreading across the sky. The clouds shimmered in multiple colors, shifting between shades of pink, green, blue, and gold as sunlight refracted through ice crystals in the atmosphere.

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China's Xi meets with Taiwan opposition leader Cheng

Combined photo shows Chinese President Xi Jinping (L) and Taiwan's main opposition Nationalist Party leader, Cheng Li-wun.

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China's Xi meets with Taiwan opposition leader Cheng

Combined photo shows Chinese President Xi Jinping (L) and Taiwan's main opposition Nationalist Party leader, Cheng Li-wun.

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Tokyo stocks rise

Financial monitors at a currency trading company in Tokyo show the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average rising more than 1,000 points on the morning of April 10, 2026.

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