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US: Possible Tornado Spotted in Tazewell County as Severe Storms Batter Central Illinois

The National Weather Service issued tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings as severe storms swept through Central Illinois for a second straight night on Friday, April 3, bringing tornado sightings, hail, and flash flooding to the region. This video shows a possible tornado spotted in Delavan, Tazewell County.

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JFA to part ways with women's national coach Nielsen

Japan women's national football team head coach Nils Nielsen (C) celebrates after guiding his team to the Asian Cup title in Sydney on March 21, 2026. The Japan Football Association said on April 2 that it has decided not to renew Nielsen's contract as the team's skipper despite the victory.

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JFA to part ways with women's national coach Nielsen

Norio Sasaki, a Japan Football Association senior official in charge of the women's national team, holds a press conference in Tokyo on April 2, 2026, after the JFA decided not to renew Nils Nielsen's contract as the team's head coach, less than two weeks after he guided them to the Women's Asian Cup title.

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JFA to part ways with women's national coach Nielsen

Japan Football Association President Tsuneyasu Miyamoto holds a press conference in Tokyo on April 2, 2026, after the JFA decided not to renew Nils Nielsen's contract as the women's national team head coach, less than two weeks after he guided them to the Women's Asian Cup title.

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Japan-France summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (2nd from L) and French President Emmanuel Macron (L) listen to the Japanese national anthem after their first official in-person summit at the State Guest House in Tokyo on April 1, 2026.

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US: Fire Breaks Out at Historic Maccabees Building on Wayne State Campus in Detroit

An electrical fire broke out on the 11th floor of the historic Maccabees Building on Wayne State University's campus in Detroit, Michigan on Wednesday afternoon, April 1. The fire was quickly contained, and no injuries were reported. The nearly 100-year-old building, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, remains closed as damage is assessed.

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Football: Japan vs. England

Japan's national team member Junya Ito evades a tackle during the second half of an international football friendly against England at Wembley Stadium in London on March 31, 2026.

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Football: Japan vs. England

Japan's national team member Junya Ito (R) takes a shot during the second half of an international football friendly against England at Wembley Stadium in London on March 31, 2026.

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Football: Japan vs. England

Japan supporters celebrate the national team's first victory over England in an international football friendly at Wembley Stadium in London on March 31, 2026.

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Football: Japan vs. England

Japan's national team member Kaoru Mitoma (L) runs with the ball during the first half of an international football friendly against England at Wembley Stadium in London on March 31, 2026.

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Football: Japan vs. England

Japan's national team member Kaoru Mitoma reacts after scoring in the first half of an international football friendly against England at Wembley Stadium in London on March 31, 2026.

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Football: Japan vs. England

Japan's national team member Kaoru Mitoma reacts after scoring in the first half of an international football friendly against England at Wembley Stadium in London on March 31, 2026.

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Football: Japan vs. England

Japan's national team member Kaoru Mitoma (L, front) scores in the first half of an international football friendly against England at Wembley Stadium in London on March 31, 2026.

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Football: Japan vs. England

Japan's national team member Kaoru Mitoma (C) scores in the first half of an international football friendly against England at Wembley Stadium in London on March 31, 2026.

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Serbia: Students Clash With Police Over University of Belgrade Raid

On Tuesday, March 31, hundreds of students clashed with police in Belgrade during a protest against a police search of University of Belgrade offices. Police used truncheons to disperse the demonstrators, while University Rector Vladan Djokić told the crowd that police had entered the building without a valid legal explanation and had seized computers.

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US: Thousands Rally in Washington, D.C. in Support of Iran War

Thousands gathered on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. on Sunday, March 29, in support of U.S.-Israeli military operations in Iran, a day after millions of Americans took to the streets opposing the Trump administration's policies on the Iran war, immigration, and the cost of living.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Large Hail, Damaging Winds and Tornado Threat to Midwest 3

Severe thunderstorms swept across the Midwest on Thursday, March 26, 2026, bringing large hail, damaging winds, and tornado threats to Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. The National Weather Service issued watches and warnings across the region. Hail as large as baseball-sized was reported in some areas, while wind gusts reached up to 75 mph in parts of Central Illinois. Tornado watches were also issued for parts of Ohio. By midnight, the storms began to exit the region, leaving behind localized flooding and a sharp drop in temperatures.

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Japan: Tokyo Marchers Mark Land Day in Protest Against Israeli-US Aggression

Protesters gathered at two locations across Tokyo on Saturday, March 28, demonstrating against the US-Israeli military strikes on Iran and calling on the Japanese government to take a stronger stance for peace. Demonstrators marched through the streets carrying placards and light sticks, chanting slogans. At a rally held in front of Shinjuku Station,1,400 people gathered to voice their opposition. A separate demonstration was held in front of the National Diet Building, drawing approximately 3,000 participants including online attendees, according to organizers.

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Japan: Thousands Gather in Tokyo to Oppose Constitutional Amendment and Hormuz Deployment

Around 24,000 people gathered in front of the National Diet Building in Tokyo on Wednesday, March 25, to protest against war and constitutional revision, calling for the protection of Japan's pacifist constitution and urging the government not to deploy the Self-Defense Forces to the Strait of Hormuz. Demonstrators holding placards and colorful glow sticks in various shapes filled the streets in scenes resembling an outdoor concert.

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US: Washington D.C. Cherry Blossoms Reach Peak Bloom 3

The National Park Service announced that cherry blossoms around the Tidal Basin and National Mall in Washington, D.C. have reached peak bloom on Thursday, March 26.

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US: Washington D.C. Cherry Blossoms Reach Peak Bloom 2

The National Park Service announced that cherry blossoms around the Tidal Basin and National Mall in Washington, D.C. have reached peak bloom on Thursday, March 26.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Large Hail, Damaging Winds and Tornado Threat to Midwest 2

Severe thunderstorms swept across the Midwest on Thursday, March 26, 2026, bringing large hail, damaging winds, and tornado threats to Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. The National Weather Service issued watches and warnings across the region. Hail as large as baseball-sized was reported in some areas, while wind gusts reached up to 75 mph in parts of Central Illinois. Tornado watches were also issued for parts of Ohio. By midnight, the storms began to exit the region, leaving behind localized flooding and a sharp drop in temperatures.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Large Hail, Damaging Winds and Tornado Threat to Midwest

Severe thunderstorms swept across the Midwest on Thursday, March 26, 2026, bringing large hail, damaging winds, and tornado threats to Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. The National Weather Service issued watches and warnings across the region. Hail as large as baseball-sized was reported in some areas, while wind gusts reached up to 75 mph in parts of Central Illinois. Tornado watches were also issued for parts of Ohio. By midnight, the storms began to exit the region, leaving behind localized flooding and a sharp drop in temperatures.

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US: Washington D.C. Cherry Blossoms Reach Peak Bloom at Tidal Basin

The National Park Service announced that cherry blossoms around the Tidal Basin and National Mall in Washington, D.C. have reached peak bloom on Thursday, March 26. This video captures cherry blossoms in bloom a few days before the announcement.

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Boao Forum for Asia

Zhao Leji, chairperson of the Standing Committee of China's National People's Congress, is pictured after addressing the annual Boao Forum for Asia on March 26, 2026, in Boao, Hainan Province, China.

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Boao Forum for Asia

Zhao Leji, chairperson of the Standing Committee of China's National People's Congress, is pictured after addressing the annual Boao Forum for Asia on March 26, 2026, in Boao, Hainan Province, China.

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Boao Forum for Asia

Zhao Leji, chairperson of the Standing Committee of China's National People's Congress, is pictured after addressing the annual Boao Forum for Asia on March 26, 2026, in Boao, Hainan Province, China.

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Boao Forum for Asia

Zhao Leji, chairperson of the Standing Committee of China's National People's Congress, addresses the annual Boao Forum for Asia on March 26, 2026, in Boao, Hainan Province.

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Boao Forum for Asia

Zhao Leji, chairperson of the Standing Committee of China's National People's Congress, addresses the annual Boao Forum for Asia on March 26, 2026, in Boao, Hainan Province.

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Japan starts release of state-held oil

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter on March 26, 2026, shows the Kikuma National Petroleum Stockpiling Base in Imabari in Ehime Prefecture, western Japan. The Japanese government started releasing state-held oil the same day to stabilize supplies amid the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, commencing with the release from the Kikuma base.

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Japan starts release of state-held oil

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter on March 26, 2026, shows the Kikuma National Petroleum Stockpiling Base in Imabari in Ehime Prefecture, western Japan. The Japanese government started releasing state-held oil the same day to stabilize supplies amid the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, commencing with the release from the Kikuma base.

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Japan starts release of state-held oil

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter on March 26, 2026, shows the Kikuma National Petroleum Stockpiling Base in Imabari in Ehime Prefecture, western Japan. The Japanese government started releasing state-held oil the same day to stabilize supplies amid the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, commencing with the release from the Kikuma base.

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UAE: Dubai Battered by Heavy Rain and Flooding as Severe Storm System Moves In

Heavy rain, thunder, and flooding struck Dubai and across the UAE beginning March 23, causing widespread disruption to roads and travel. Parts of Abu Dhabi and Ajman recorded rainfall totals that almost reached annual levels, with gauges recording up to 93.3mm. Authorities warned that worse conditions were expected to peak Thursday night into Friday morning, with the possibility of hail, damaging winds, and isolated tornadoes. Residents were advised to avoid flood-prone areas and unnecessary travel as the storm system was forecast to continue through Friday, March 27.

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UAE: Heavy Storms Bring Near Year’s Worth of Rain to Abu Dhabi and Ajman

Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms caused road disruptions across the UAE on Tuesday, March 24, with parts of Abu Dhabi and Ajman recording nearly a year's worth of rain. The National Centre of Meteorology forecast more unstable weather to continue until at least Friday.

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Top-Level Meeting Between the National Federation of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Associations and the Japanese Trade Union Confederation

A meeting between the National Federation of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises and the Japanese Trade Union Confederation. The photo shows Hiroshi Mori, Chairman of the National Federation of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises.=March 19,2026,Tokyo

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Top-Level Meeting Between the National Federation of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Associations and the Japanese Trade Union Confederation

A meeting between the National Federation of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises and the Japanese Trade Union Confederation (RENGO). The photo shows from left: Tomoko Yoshino, President of RENGO, and Hiroshi Mori, President of the National Federation of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises.=March 19,2026,Tokyo

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Top-Level Meeting Between the National Federation of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Associations and the Japanese Trade Union Confederation

A meeting between the National Federation of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises and the Japanese Trade Union Confederation. The photo shows the meeting in progress.=March 19,2026,Tokyo

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Top-Level Meeting Between the National Federation of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Associations and the Japanese Trade Union Confederation

A meeting between the National Federation of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises and the Japanese Trade Union Confederation (RENGO). The photo shows RENGO President Tomoko Yoshino.=March 19,2026,Tokyo

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National People's Congress in Beijing

BEIJING, China, March 12 Kyodo - People's Liberation Army personnel head to the Great Hall of the People in Beijing to attend the closing ceremony of the eight-day National People's Congress on March 12, 2026. (Kyodo)

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Japan PM Takaichi at Arlington cemetery

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi lays a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery near Washington on March 20, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Japan PM Takaichi at Arlington cemetery

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi lays a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery near Washington on March 20, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Japan PM Takaichi at Arlington cemetery

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi lays a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery near Washington on March 20, 2026. (Pool photo)

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