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Last performance at 103-year-old Osaka theater

Last performance at 103-year-old Osaka theater

People visit the Osaka Shochikuza Theatre in Osaka on May 26, 2026, when the final kabuki performance is held before the closure of the 103-year-old theater.

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Last performance at 103-year-old Osaka theater

Last performance at 103-year-old Osaka theater

People visit the Osaka Shochikuza Theatre in Osaka on May 26, 2026, when the final kabuki performance is held before the closure of the 103-year-old theater.

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Last performance at 103-year-old Osaka theater

Last performance at 103-year-old Osaka theater

People visit the Osaka Shochikuza Theatre in Osaka on May 26, 2026, when the final kabuki performance is held before the closure of the 103-year-old theater.

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US: Three Arrested After Brawl Erupts at Connecticut College Graduation Ceremony

A brawl allegedly involving two families broke out during Connecticut State Community College Gateway's graduation ceremony at Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater in Bridgeport, on Thursday, May 21, forcing police to intervene and temporarily halt the event. Three people were arrested on charges including assault of a public safety officer and breach of peace.

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China-Pakistan summit

China-Pakistan summit

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif (front) is pictured before holding talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 25, 2026. (Pool photo)

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China-Pakistan summit

China-Pakistan summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping holds talks with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 25, 2026. (Pool photo)

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China-Pakistan summit

China-Pakistan summit

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif holds talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 25, 2026. (Pool photo)

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China-Pakistan summit

China-Pakistan summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping (5th from L) holds talks with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif (3rd from R) at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 25, 2026. (Pool photo)

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China-Serbia talks

China-Serbia talks

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic (R) attends a welcoming ceremony with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 25, 2026. (Pool photo)

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China-Serbia talks

China-Serbia talks

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic (L) attends a welcoming ceremony with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 25, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Japan: Over 20 People Sickened in Suspected Spray Attack at Ginza Six in Tokyo 3

A suspicious spray incident occurred at GINZA SIX shopping complex in Ginza, central Tokyo, around noon on Monday, May 25, leaving more than 20 people complaining of throat pain and irritation. A man believed to have sprayed an unknown substance and fled the scene has been identified through security camera footage, with police pursuing him on suspicion of assault.

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Spain: Tens of Thousands Rally in Madrid Demanding Sanchez’s Resignation

Tens of thousands of people marched through central Madrid on Saturday, May 23, demanding Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's resignation and early elections. The protest ended with seven police officers injured and three demonstrators arrested.

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Possible spraying incident in Tokyo's Ginza area

Possible spraying incident in Tokyo's Ginza area

Fire trucks gather in front of the Ginza Six shopping complex in Tokyo's Ginza district on May 25, 2026, after an emergency call reported a pungent smell and people coughing. At least one person was taken to the hospital and around 20 others reported feeling ill, according to police. Surveillance footage showed a man spraying an unknown substance inside the facility before the call was made.

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Possible spraying incident in Tokyo's Ginza area

Possible spraying incident in Tokyo's Ginza area

Fire trucks and other emergency vehicles gather in front of the Ginza Six shopping complex in Tokyo's Ginza district on May 25, 2026, after an emergency call reported a pungent smell and people coughing. At least one person was taken to the hospital and around 20 others reported feeling ill, according to police. Surveillance footage showed a man spraying an unknown substance inside the facility before the call was made.

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China: Sudden Road Collapse Swallows Car in Baotou, Inner Mongolia

On May 17, 2026, in Baotou, Inner Mongolia, a video captured a dangerous scene as vehicles were moving along the road when drivers suddenly noticed that a large sinkhole had opened up ahead. A car in front appeared to have no time to stop and fell directly into the deep hole with the people inside. The collapsed section covered a large part of the roadway, creating a frightening hazard for passing vehicles. Local authorities later responded that no casualties had been reported. Footage ended with the vehicle disappearing into the pit.

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Japan: Over 20 People Sickened in Suspected Spray Attack at Ginza Six in Tokyo 2

A suspicious spray incident occurred at GINZA SIX shopping complex in Ginza, central Tokyo, around noon on Monday, May 25, leaving more than 20 people complaining of throat pain and irritation. A man believed to have sprayed an unknown substance and fled the scene has been identified through security camera footage, with police pursuing him on suspicion of assault.

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China: Red-Crowned Crane Strolls Into Restaurant and Begs for Food in Yunnan

On May 1, 2026, in Pu’er, located in southwestern China’s Yunnan province, a video captured a red-crowned crane walking into a restaurant near a wetland. The wetland beside the restaurant had many cranes nearby. One crane entered the dining area and walked directly toward a customer’s table, seemingly looking for food. Children watched the crane happily and gave it some food. The crane ate it and continued waiting for another person to feed it, showing little fear of people before finally leaving the restaurant.

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China: Corgi Rides Highway in Rooftop Bucket in Liaoning

On May 2, 2026 Liaoning Province, while the shooter was driving on the highway, two items are firmly fixed on the roof, including a grey travel bag and a blue plastic bucket. When looking closely, people are surprised to find a cute corgi head sticking out of the blue bucket. It is really admirable to see the creative idea of the pet owner. This special way of arrangement can keep the dog warm during the trip, take good care of its daily needs, limit its range of movement effectively, and even help relieve its carsickness perfectly. It is truly a thoughtful and unique travel solution for pet dogs.

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Japan: Over 20 People Sickened in Suspected Spray Attack at Ginza Six in Tokyo

A suspicious spray incident occurred at GINZA SIX shopping complex in Ginza, central Tokyo, around noon on Monday, May 25, leaving more than 20 people complaining of throat pain and irritation. A man believed to have sprayed an unknown substance and fled the scene has been identified through security camera footage, with police pursuing him on suspicion of assault.

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Japan: Horse Breaks Loose at Traditional Soma Nomaoi Festival in Fukushima, Injuring Six 3

Six people were injured after a horse ran wild at the Soma Nomaoi traditional festival in Minamisoma, Fukushima Prefecture on Sunday, May 24. The incident occurred during an armored horseback race when a rider fell from his horse, causing the animal to bolt off the course and collide with spectators near the ticket booth. Around 40,000 people were in attendance at the Hibarigahara festival grounds. The horse was later secured near the venue.

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Japan Day in Dusseldorf

Japan Day in Dusseldorf

A coast on the Rhine is crowded with people on May 23, 2026, on Japan Day in Dusseldorf, a Germany city known for many Japanese residents.

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Japan: Horse Breaks Loose at Traditional Soma Nomaoi Festival in Fukushima, Injuring Six

Six people were injured after a horse ran wild at the Soma Nomaoi traditional festival in Minamisoma, Fukushima Prefecture on Sunday, May 24. The incident occurred during an armored horseback race when a rider fell from his horse, causing the animal to bolt off the course and collide with spectators near the ticket booth. Around 40,000 people were in attendance at the Hibarigahara festival grounds. The horse was later secured near the venue.

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Japan: Horse Breaks Loose at Traditional Soma Nomaoi Festival in Fukushima, Injuring Six 2

Six people were injured after a horse ran wild at the Soma Nomaoi traditional festival in Minamisoma, Fukushima Prefecture on Sunday, May 24. The incident occurred during an armored horseback race when a rider fell from his horse, causing the animal to bolt off the course and collide with spectators near the ticket booth. Around 40,000 people were in attendance at the Hibarigahara festival grounds. The horse was later secured near the venue.

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Greece: Protesters Rally in Solidarity with Flotilla Detainees Outside Israeli Embassy

On May 21, 2026, pro-Palestine demonstrators marched from Eleftherias Park to the Israeli Embassy in Athens, demanding solidarity with detained Global Sumud Flotilla activists, an end to cooperation with Israel, and freedom for Palestine. This video shows a large Palestinian flag draped from a building near the Israeli Embassy, with people on top lighting flares.

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France: OGC Nice Fans Clash With Paris Ultras Night Before French Cup Final

On the evening of May 21, 2026, violent clashes erupted near the Canal Saint-Martin and Quai de Valmy in Paris's 10th arrondissement, as approximately 100 OGC Nice supporters confronted Paris ultras the night before the Coupe de France final between OGC Nice and RC Lens. Six people were injured and 65 arrested.

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France: OGC Nice Fans Clash With Paris Ultras Night Before French Cup Final 2

On the evening of May 21, 2026, violent clashes erupted near the Canal Saint-Martin and Quai de Valmy in Paris's 10th arrondissement, as approximately 100 OGC Nice supporters confronted Paris ultras the night before the Coupe de France final between OGC Nice and RC Lens. Six people were injured and 65 arrested.

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US: Two Wildfires Force Evacuations in Riverside County, California 3

Two wildfires broke out in Riverside County, California, on Tuesday, May 19, prompting evacuations and warnings for residents. The Bain Fire ignited at 11:22 a.m. in the Santa Ana River bottom in Jurupa Valley, spreading rapidly toward homes in the direction of Riverside, injuring four people. Separately, the Verona Fire in Homeland jumped containment lines and forced additional evacuations. Crews from multiple agencies responded to both blazes.

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US: Two Wildfires Force Evacuations in Riverside County, California

Two wildfires broke out in Riverside County, California, on Tuesday, May 19, prompting evacuations and warnings for residents. The Bain Fire ignited at 11:22 a.m. in the Santa Ana River bottom in Jurupa Valley, spreading rapidly toward homes in the direction of Riverside, injuring four people. Separately, the Verona Fire in Homeland jumped containment lines and forced additional evacuations. Crews from multiple agencies responded to both blazes.

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US: Evacuations Ordered as Sandy Fire Tears Through Simi Valley, California 4

The Sandy Fire broke out Monday, May 18, in Simi Valley, roughly 40 miles northwest of Los Angeles, burning over 1,600 acres, destroying at least one home, and putting more than 28,000 people under mandatory evacuation orders.

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US: Two Wildfires Force Evacuations in Riverside County, California 2

Two wildfires broke out in Riverside County, California, on Tuesday, May 19, prompting evacuations and warnings for residents. The Bain Fire ignited at 11:22 a.m. in the Santa Ana River bottom in Jurupa Valley, spreading rapidly toward homes in the direction of Riverside, injuring four people. Separately, the Verona Fire in Homeland jumped containment lines and forced additional evacuations. Crews from multiple agencies responded to both blazes.

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US: Evacuations Ordered as Sandy Fire Tears Through Simi Valley, California 3

The Sandy Fire broke out Monday, May 18, in Simi Valley, roughly 40 miles northwest of Los Angeles, burning over 1,600 acres, destroying at least one home, and putting more than 28,000 people under mandatory evacuation orders.

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China-Russia summit

China-Russia summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin (L) shakes hands with Chinese President Xi Jinping during a signing ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 20, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Party leaders' debate in parliament

Party leaders' debate in parliament

Yuichiro Tamaki (front, L), leader of the opposition Democratic Party for the People, asks Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (front, R) a question during a party leaders' debate in parliament in Tokyo on May 20, 2026.

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Party leaders' debate in parliament

Party leaders' debate in parliament

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (front, R) answers a question from Yuichiro Tamaki (front, L), leader of the opposition Democratic Party for the People, during a party leaders' debate in parliament in Tokyo on May 20, 2026.

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Party leaders' debate in parliament

Party leaders' debate in parliament

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (front, R) answers a question from Yuichiro Tamaki (front, L), leader of the opposition Democratic Party for the People, during a party leaders' debate in parliament in Tokyo on May 20, 2026.

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Party leaders' debate in parliament

Party leaders' debate in parliament

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (front, R) answers a question from Yuichiro Tamaki (front, L), leader of the opposition Democratic Party for the People, during a party leaders' debate in parliament in Tokyo on May 20, 2026.

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China-Russia summit

China-Russia summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping (far L) holds talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin (2nd from R) at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 20, 2026. (Pool photo)

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China-Russia summit

China-Russia summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping (far L) holds talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin (2nd from R) at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 20, 2026. (Pool photo)

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China-Russia summit

China-Russia summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin holds talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 20, 2026. (Pool photo)

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China-Russia summit

China-Russia summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping holds talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 20, 2026. (Pool photo)

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U.S. military HIMARS firing drill near Mt. Fuji

U.S. military HIMARS firing drill near Mt. Fuji

People rally in Susono in Shizuoka Prefecture on May 20, 2026, in protest over a U.S. military artillery drill being conducted using a HIMARS multiple rocket launcher at the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force's Higashifuji training site near Mt. Fuji in the central Japan prefecture.

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China-Russia summit

China-Russia summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin (front, R) attends a welcoming ceremony with Chinese President Xi Jinping (front, L) at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing ahead of their summit meeting on May 20, 2026. (Pool photo)

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China-Russia summit

China-Russia summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin (R) attends a welcoming ceremony with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing ahead of their summit meeting on May 20, 2026. (Pool photo)

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China-Russia summit

China-Russia summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin (front, L) attends a welcoming ceremony with Chinese President Xi Jinping (front, R) at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing ahead of their summit meeting on May 20, 2026. (Pool photo)

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China-Russia summit

China-Russia summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin (front, L) attends a welcoming ceremony with Chinese President Xi Jinping (front, R) at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing ahead of their summit meeting on May 20, 2026. (Pool photo)

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China-Russia summit

China-Russia summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin (R) attends a welcoming ceremony with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing ahead of their summit meeting on May 20, 2026. (Pool photo)

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US: Four Injured, Fast-Moving Bain Fire Forces Evacuations in Jurupa Valley, CA 3

The Bain Fire, a fast-moving wildfire broke out in Jurupa Valley, Riverside County, California on Tuesday, May 19, quickly spreading to 1,300 acres and injuring four people. Evacuation orders were issued and the cause of the fire remained under investigation.

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China-Russia summit

China-Russia summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin (L) attends a welcoming ceremony with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing ahead of their summit meeting on May 20, 2026. (Pool photo)

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China-Russia summit

China-Russia summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin (R) attends a welcoming ceremony with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing ahead of their summit meeting on May 20, 2026. (Pool photo)

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China-Russia summit

China-Russia summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin (R) attends a welcoming ceremony with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing ahead of their summit meeting on May 20, 2026. (Pool photo)

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