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Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo: Paris tournament

Photo taken on June 12, 2026, shows the "dohyo" sumo ring built at Accor Arena in Paris for the June 13-14 Grand Sumo tournament in the French capital, featuring about 130 wrestlers and staff.

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Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo: Paris tournament

Photo taken on June 12, 2026, shows the "dohyo" sumo ring built at Accor Arena in Paris for the June 13-14 Grand Sumo tournament in the French capital, featuring about 130 wrestlers and staff.

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Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo: Paris tournament

Photo taken on June 12, 2026, shows the "dohyo" sumo ring built at Accor Arena in Paris for the June 13-14 Grand Sumo tournament in the French capital, featuring about 130 wrestlers and staff.

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Tokyo Tower lit up in blue

Tokyo Tower lit up in blue

Tokyo Tower is illuminated in blue, the Japan's national football team's color, in the capital on June 11, 2026, as the 2026 World Cup finals hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico open the same day.

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Tokyo Tower lit up in blue

Tokyo Tower lit up in blue

Tokyo Tower is illuminated in blue, the Japan's national football team's color, in the capital on June 11, 2026, as the 2026 World Cup finals hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico open the same day.

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Tokyo Tower lit up in blue

Tokyo Tower lit up in blue

Tokyo Tower is illuminated in blue, the Japan's national football team's color, in the capital on June 11, 2026, as the 2026 World Cup finals hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico open the same day.

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US: Massive Storm Cloud Looms Over Southeast Wisconsin as Severe Thunderstorms Strike

Severe thunderstorms moved through southeast Wisconsin on Thursday, June 11, leaving damage behind. Storms hit Kenosha and Racine counties hardest, according to reports. Footage shows a massive storm cloud looming over Racine with sirens sounding.

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Japan: Localized Storms Bring Heavy Rain and Hail to Greater Tokyo Area

Localized thunderstorms, heavy rain, and hail struck parts of the greater Tokyo area on Friday afternoon, June 12, as driving rain lashed neighborhoods across the region.

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China: Residents Form Human Chain in Floodwater to Rescue Four People from Trapped Car

A group of residents waded into waist-deep floodwater in Pubei, Guangxi, on June 8, 2026, to rescue four people trapped inside a car during heavy rain. Using tools and their own bodies, they formed a human chain between the stranded vehicle and the roadside. The four occupants were pulled out one by one and brought to safety, after which the group pushed the car to the roadside.

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China: Black Swan Pushes Woman’s Fallen Reflector Back to Shore in Yunnan

A black swan came to a woman's aid during a riverside photo shoot in Lijiang, Yunnan, on June 3, 2026, after her reflector accidentally fell into the water. When the woman called out to the bird, the swan swam toward the floating reflector and pushed it back to her. Bystanders were amused by the unexpected moment.

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Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo wrestlers (from R) Aonishiki, Churanoumi and Ura attend a traditional Japanese cultural event in Paris on June 11, 2026. They will participate in the June 13-14 sumo tournament in the French capital.

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Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo wrestlers (from R) Aonishiki, Churanoumi and Ura attend a traditional Japanese cultural event in Paris on June 11, 2026. They will participate in the June 13-14 sumo tournament in the French capital.

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Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo wrestlers Yoshinofuji (R) and Hakunofuji pose during a visit to Parc des Princes, Paris Saint-Germain football club's home stadium in Paris, on June 11, 2026. They will participate in a June 13-14 sumo tournament in the French capital.

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Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo wrestlers Yoshinofuji (R) and Hakunofuji pose during a visit to Parc des Princes, Paris Saint-Germain football club's home stadium in Paris, on June 11, 2026. They will participate in a June 13-14 sumo tournament in the French capital.

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Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo wrestlers Yoshinofuji (25) and Hakunofuji pose during a visit to Parc des Princes, Paris Saint-Germain football club's home stadium in Paris, on June 11, 2026. They will participate in a June 13-14 sumo tournament in the French capital.

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Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo wrestlers Yoshinofuji (2nd from L) and Hakunofuji pose during a visit to Parc des Princes, Paris Saint-Germain football club's home stadium in Paris, on June 11, 2026. They will participate in a June 13-14 sumo tournament in the French capital.

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Japan: Sudden Thunderstorm Disrupts Food Event at Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse

Localized thunderstorms, heavy rain, and hail struck parts of the greater Tokyo area Friday afternoon, June 12. This footage was captured at the Red Brick Warehouse in Yokohama, where a food event was underway. The video shows visitors rushing for shelter amid strong winds, with cardboard boxes being blown across the ground.

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US: Massive Storm Clouds Roll In Over Kenosha as Severe Thunderstorms Strike Wisconsin

On June 11, 2026, in Kenosha, Wisconsin, a video captured a massive storm system rapidly approaching as severe thunderstorms swept across southeastern Wisconsin. The footage shows dark storm clouds closing in, followed by powerful winds and heavy rain. The storms caused significant damage across Kenosha and Racine counties, with a tornado confirmed near Sturtevant at 6:13 p.m. The National Weather Service had warned of damaging winds, large hail, heavy rainfall, and possible tornadoes throughout the region

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US: Massive Warehouse Fire Destroys Medline Distribution Center in Northern California

A massive fire broke out at a Medline distribution warehouse in Tracy, Northern California, on Thursday, June 11, destroying the one-million-square-foot facility and sending a large column of black smoke into the sky. The blaze started around 1 p.m. and prompted evacuations in the surrounding area.

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Canada: Tornado Touches Down in Saskatchewan as Devastating Storms Batter Region 3

Devastating thunderstorms, including at least one reported tornado, tore through southeastern Saskatchewan on Tuesday night, June 9, causing significant damage in the Oxbow area. Environment Canada said golf ball-sized hail struck the Regina area, while wind gusts of up to 85 km/h were reported near Estevan and Yorkton. Footage shared on social meda shows what appears to be a cone-shaped funnel cloud and a tornado touching down near Oxbow.

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Japan PM Takaichi

Japan PM Takaichi

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi arrives at the prime minister's office in Tokyo on June 12, 2026. The government said the prime minister will visit Britain and Italy for bilateral talks and France for the Group of Seven summit in Evian.

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Japan PM Takaichi

Japan PM Takaichi

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi arrives at the prime minister's office in Tokyo on June 12, 2026. The government said the prime minister will visit Britain and Italy for bilateral talks and France for the Group of Seven summit in Evian.

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US: Strong Winds Knock Down Trees Across Chicago Area as Severe Storms Strike 2

Trees were knocked down by strong winds across the Chicago area on Wednesday afternoon, June 10 as severe storms lashed the region.

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US: Strong Winds and Heavy Rain Batter Iowa as Severe Storms Sweep Midwest

Severe storms swept through Iowa and neighboring states on Thursday, June 11, knocking out power to hundreds of thousands of customers and spawning multiple tornadoes across the region.

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US: Wildfire Scorches Over 560 Acres at Camp Pendleton, Prompting Evacuations

A fast-moving brush fire broke out at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton in California on Wednesday, June 10, scorching more than 560 acres before crews halted its forward progress by Thursday morning. The fire prompted evacuation warnings for nearby Oceanside neighborhoods and a golf course on base.

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US: Heavy Rain and High Winds Batter Chicago Area in Severe Storm 3

Heavy rainfall and strong winds slammed the Chicago area on Wednesday afternoon, June 10 as severe storms moved in. Downed trees and power outages were reported.

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Indonesian Business Council head in Tokyo

Indonesian Business Council head in Tokyo

Chairman Arsjad Rasjid of the Indonesian Business Council, an association of CEOs and private-sector industry leaders in Indonesia, speaks during an interview in Tokyo on June 11, 2026.

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Indonesian Business Council head in Tokyo

Indonesian Business Council head in Tokyo

Chairman Arsjad Rasjid of the Indonesian Business Council, an association of CEOs and private-sector industry leaders in Indonesia, speaks during an interview in Tokyo on June 11, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Mexico (L) and South Africa players line up ahead of the 2026 World Cup opener at Mexico City Stadium in the Mexican capital on June 11, 2026.

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Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo grand champions Onosato (L) and Hoshoryu are pictured with baguettes while sightseeing around Paris' landmark Eiffel Tower on June 11, 2026, ahead of a June 13-14 sumo tournament in the French capital.

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Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo grand champions Onosato (R) and Hoshoryu eat baguettes while sightseeing around Paris' landmark the Eiffel Tower on June 11, 2026, ahead of a June 13-14 sumo tournament in the French capital.

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Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo grand champions Onosato (R) and Hoshoryu pose for a photo in front of Paris' landmark Eiffel Tower on June 11, 2026, ahead of a June 13-14 sumo tournament in the French capital.

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Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo grand champions Onosato (R) and Hoshoryu eat baguettes while sightseeing around Paris' landmark the Eiffel Tower on June 11, 2026, ahead of a June 13-14 sumo tournament in the French capital.

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Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo: Paris tournament

Sumo grand champions Onosato (R) and Hoshoryu pose for a photo in front of Paris' landmark Eiffel Tower on June 11, 2026, ahead of a June 13-14 sumo tournament in the French capital.

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US: Severe Storms Spawn Multiple Tornadoes Across Illinois

Multiple tornadoes were reported across Illinois including suburbs of Chicago as storms swept through the Midwest on Thursday, June 11.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Performers dance during the opening ceremony of the 2026 football World Cup held at Mexico City Stadium in the Mexican capital on June 11, 2026, ahead of the tournament opener between Mexico and South Africa.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

The opening ceremony of the 2026 football World Cup is held at Mexico City Stadium in the Mexican capital on June 11, 2026, ahead of the tournament opener between Mexico and South Africa.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A ceremony is held before the 2026 football World Cup opener between Mexico and South Africa at Mexico City Stadium in the Mexican capital on June 11, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A ceremony is held before the 2026 football World Cup opener between Mexico and South Africa at Mexico City Stadium in the Mexican capital on June 11, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A ceremony is held before the 2026 football World Cup opener between Mexico and South Africa at Mexico City Stadium in the Mexican capital on June 11, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

FIFA President Gianni Infantino (L) watches the 2026 World Cup opener between Mexico and South Africa at Mexico City Stadium in the Mexican capital on June 11, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

The opening ceremony of the 2026 football World Cup is held at Mexico City Stadium in the Mexican capital on June 11, 2026, ahead of the tournament opener between Mexico and South Africa.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

The opening ceremony of the 2026 football World Cup is held at Mexico City Stadium in the Mexican capital on June 11, 2026, ahead of the tournament opener between Mexico and South Africa.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

The opening ceremony of the 2026 football World Cup is held at Mexico City Stadium in the Mexican capital on June 11, 2026, ahead of the tournament opener between Mexico and South Africa.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

The opening ceremony of the 2026 football World Cup is held at Mexico City Stadium in the Mexican capital on June 11, 2026, ahead of the tournament opener between Mexico and South Africa.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

The opening ceremony of the 2026 football World Cup is held at Mexico City Stadium in the Mexican capital on June 11, 2026, ahead of the tournament opener between Mexico and South Africa.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

The opening ceremony of the 2026 football World Cup is held at Mexico City Stadium in the Mexican capital on June 11, 2026, ahead of the tournament opener between Mexico and South Africa.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

The opening ceremony of the 2026 football World Cup is held at Mexico City Stadium in the Mexican capital on June 11, 2026, ahead of the tournament opener between Mexico and South Africa.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

The opening ceremony of the 2026 football World Cup is held at Mexico City Stadium in the Mexican capital on June 11, 2026, ahead of the tournament opener between Mexico and South Africa.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

The opening ceremony of the 2026 football World Cup is held at Mexico City Stadium in the Mexican capital on June 11, 2026, ahead of the tournament opener between Mexico and South Africa.

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