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Japan: Flooding Hits Kinki Region Amid Seasonal Rain Front and Typhoon Mekkhala’s Approach 3

Heavy rain and flooding struck parts of Japan on Friday, June 26, as Typhoon Mekkhala approached the country alongside a stagnant seasonal rain front. Flooded roads, stranded vehicles, landslides, and road collapses were reported across the Kinki region, including Osaka and Kyoto, with the Japan Meteorological Agency issuing weather alerts and evacuation orders for some regions.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Japan defender Shogo Taniguchi (3) attempts to clear the ball during the second half of a World Cup Group F football match against Sweden at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on June 25, 2026.

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UK: Large Fire Breaks Out Near Copeland Park in Peckham, South London

A large blaze broke out near Copeland Park in Peckham, South London on Thursday, June 25, affecting a shop and storage unit on Rye Lane. Residents were urged to close windows and doors and avoid the area.

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Nikkei index hits record close

A financial data monitor at a currency trading company in Tokyo shows the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average gaining over 3,100 points to hit an all-time high on a closing basis on June 25, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Brazil's Neymar (R) celebrates with Vinicius Junior after a 3-0 win over Scotland in a World Cup Group C match at Miami Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, on June 24, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Brazil's Vinicius Junior celebrates after a 3-0 win over Scotland in a World Cup Group C match at Miami Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, on June 24, 2026.

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US: Large Hail Strikes El Paso County as Severe Storms Hit Colorado’s Front Range 3

Large hail struck El Paso County, Colorado on Tuesday, June 23, as severe storms swept through the Front Range.

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US: Bonneville Fire Threatens University of Utah Area in Salt Lake City 3

Firefighters reached 84% containment of the Bonneville Fire near the University of Utah in Salt Lake City by Tuesday afternoon, after the 566-acre blaze sparked Saturday in the foothills east of the city.

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US: Damaging Thunderstorms Batter Fairfax County, Virginia 3

Severe thunderstorms swept through Fairfax County, Virginia during the evening commute, knocking out power to more than 27,000 customers and downing trees and wires across multiple communities. The Burke area was among the hardest hit, with reports of roof damage and tornado-like destruction attributed to straight-line winds.

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Powerful typhoon hits Japan

KUSHIMOTO, Japan, June 3 Kyodo - Video taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows the swollen Koza River in Kushimoto in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on June 3, 2026, following heavy rainfall brought by Typhoon Jangmi. (Kyodo)

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35th anniversary of Japan mountain disaster

SHIMABARA, Japan, June 3 Kyodo - Shimabara Mayor Ryuzaburo Furukawa lays flowers at a monument on June 3, 2026, as the city in the southwestern Japan prefecture of Nagasaki marked the 35th anniversary of a huge pyroclastic flow from Mt. Unzen's Fugen Peak that claimed the lives of 43 people, including firefighters, police officers and reporters. (Kyodo)

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[Breaking News]BOJ chief at event in Tokyo

TOKYO, Japan, June 4 Kyodo - Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda speaks at an event hosted by Kyodo News in Tokyo on June 3, 2026. (Kyodo)

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Football: Japan players departing for Mexico

NARITA, Japan, June 3 Kyodo - Members of the Japan men's national football team are seen at Narita airport in Chiba Prefecture, near Tokyo, on June 2, 2026, ahead of their departure for a pre-World Cup camp in Monterrey, Mexico. (Kyodo)

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UK: Storms Sweep Through West of England, Causing Flash Floods and Power Outages 3

Storms battered the West of England on Monday, June 22, knocking out power to hundreds of homes in Bristol and Somerset and triggering flash floods across multiple towns.

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US: Cottonwood Fire Burns in Beaver County, Utah, Prompting Evacuations 3

The Cottonwood Fire broke out Monday, June 22, near Beaver, Utah, spreading to Beaver Mountain and quickly growing to 10,000 acres by late evening. Residents were evacuated across Beaver County.

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World Cup 2026 – Canada: Egypt Fans Gather in Vancouver Ahead of Match Against New Zealand

Egypt secured their first-ever FIFA World Cup victory on Sunday, June 21, defeating New Zealand 3-1 in Vancouver. Enthusiastic supporters gathered in large numbers ahead of the match, showing unmatched passion and energy in support of their national team.

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US: Emergency Declared as Boyle Heights Fire Continues to Burn in Los Angeles 3

A fire at a cold storage warehouse in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles continued to burn as of Sunday, June 21. California Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass each issued a Declaration of Emergency to support the ongoing firefight.

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US: Wildfire Breaks Out Near Middle Fork Campground in Utah’s Weber County

The Middle Fork Fire broke out near Middle Fork Campground in Weber County, Utah, on Saturday, June 20, growing to 334 acres and was 10% contained as of Sunday morning. No evacuations were ordered, and no structures were threatened.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Brazil's Vinicius Junior acknowledges the crowd following the team's 3-0 victory in a World Cup Group C football match against Haiti at Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on June 19, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Brazil players celebrate following the team's 3-0 victory in a World Cup Group C football match against Haiti at Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on June 19, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Brazil supporters celebrate following the country's 3-0 victory in a World Cup Group C football match against Haiti at Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on June 19, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Brazil players celebrate following the team's 3-0 victory in a World Cup Group C football match against Haiti at Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on June 19, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Brazil's Vinicius Junior acknowledges the crowd following the team's 3-0 victory in a World Cup Group C football match against Haiti at Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on June 19, 2026.

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World Cup 2026 – Canada: Thousands of Fans Pack Downtown Vancouver Ahead of Qatar Game 3

Thousands of Team Canada fans gathered in downtown Vancouver on Thursday, June 18, ahead of the team's World Cup group stage match against Qatar at BC Place.

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US: Severe Hail Pounds Twin Cities as Thunderstorms Roll Across Minnesota

Severe thunderstorms with intense hail rolled across the Twin Cities area on Friday, June 19.

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US: Warehouse Fire Prompts Evacuations in Monrovia After Blaze Breaks Out

A fire broke out at a women's apparel warehouse on the 100 block of East Chestnut Avenue in Monrovia on Thursday evening, June 18, prompting evacuations of the nearby area. No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is under investigation.

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US: Tornado Caught on Camera in Effingham, Illinois Amid Tornado Warning 3

A tornado was caught on camera in Effingham, Illinois, on Wednesday, June 17, amid a tornado warning.

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World Cup 2026 – Mexico: Colombian Fans Take Over Mexico City Monument After Opener Game

Colombian fans took over Mexico City's Angel de la Independencia monument on Tuesday night, June 17, celebrating their team's 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan in the opening Group K match of the World Cup at Estadio Azteca.

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UK: Protesters Rally Over Tommy Robinson’s Oxford Union Debate on Islam

Hundreds of protesters demonstrated in central Oxford on Wednesday, June 17, as far-right activist Tommy Robinson spoke at the Oxford Union in a debate on Islam.

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US: Large Fire Engulfs Cold Storage Facility in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles 3

A large fire broke out Wednesday afternoon, June 17 at a cold storage facility in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles, rapidly spreading to rooftop solar panels. A shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area due to hazardous materials.

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US: Upriver Fire Rages Through Spokane Area, Prompting Evacuations 3

A wildfire dubbed Upriver Fire burned more than 200 acres near Spokane's Beacon Hill on Tuesday, June 16. The blaze forced evacuation orders for more than 11,000 residents as some structures were lost.

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US: Severe Storms Bring Tornado Threats, Power Outages to Central Indiana 3

Severe storms swept through central Indiana on Tuesday, June 16, triggering tornado warnings and severe thunderstorm warnings across multiple counties as a 36-hour weather impact alert took effect. A tornado briefly touched down in Putnam County, and power outages affected thousands of residents across the region.

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World Cup 2026 – US: Sprinkler Malfunction Floods Pitch at Halftime of Iraq-Norway Game 3

A sprinkler malfunctioned at Gillette Stadium during halftime of the World Cup match between Iraq and Norway on Tuesday, June 16, flooding part of the pitch near the goal area. Groundskeepers worked to disperse the water, and the field appeared to be back to normal before the second half began.

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World Cup 2026 – US: Croatia Fans Take Over Downtown Dallas Before World Cup Showdown With England

Around 3,000 Croatia fans paraded through Downtown Dallas on Tuesday, June 16 ahead of their team's World Cup match against England, marching with a giant checkered flag roughly the length of a football field before wrapping up at Ferris Plaza.

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Spain: Torrential Rain and Hailstorm Flood Streets of Jaén 3

A violent hailstorm and torrential rain overwhelmed the city of Jaén in Spain's Andalusia region on Tuesday, June 16, flooding underground car parks, sweeping pedestrians off streets, and turning main roads into rivers. More than 50mm of rain fell in one hour, with 32mm recorded in a single 15-minute window.

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World Cup 2026 – US: Argentine Fans Erupt at Arrowhead Stadium After Messi Hat-Trick Downs Algeria

Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick as Argentina defeated Algeria 3-0 in their Group J opener at Kansas City's Arrowhead Stadium on Tuesday, June 16. Excited Argentine fans celebrated inside the stadium after the game.

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Switzerland: Anti-G7 Protesters Clash With Police in Geneva, Car Set on Fire

Anti-G7 protesters clashed with police in Geneva, Switzerland on Sunday, June 14, on the eve of the G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, France. Demonstrators threw bottles, stones, and firecrackers, while police deployed tear gas and water cannons to disperse the crowd. A car was also set on fire during the unrest.

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US: Shore Fire Breaks Out in Riverside County, Forcing Evacuations 3

A wildfire dubbed the Shore Fire broke out Monday afternoon, June 15, in El Casco near Calimesa, Riverside County, California. The fire burned over 3,000 acres, prompting evacuation orders.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Argentina's Lionel Messi (10) and teammates celebrate following the team's 3-0 victory in a World Cup Group J football match against Algeria at Kansas City Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri, on June 16, 2026. Messi completed a hat-trick in the match.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

France head coach Didier Deschamps (C) celebrates with his players following the team's 3-1 victory in a World Cup Group I football match against Senegal at New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on June 16, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

France's Kylian Mbappe reacts following the team's 3-1 victory in a World Cup Group I football match against Senegal at New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on June 16, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

France's Kylian Mbappe acknowledges the crowd following the team's 3-1 victory in a World Cup Group I football match against Senegal at New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on June 16, 2026.

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US: Strong Winds and Heavy Rain Batter South Padre Island, Texas

Strong winds and heavy rain battered South Padre Island, Texas, in the early hours of Tuesday, June 16. The footage was captured as a tropical disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico was being monitored by forecasters.

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US: Hawaii’s Kilauea Volcano Erupts for 49th Time, Lava Fountains Reach 700 Feet

Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupted for the 49th time on Sunday, June 14, with lava fountains bursting from Halemaʻumaʻu crater at 9:36 a.m. local time. Fountains reached up to 700 feet high, while the volcanic plume climbed to 18,000 feet above sea level. Authorities warned residents of volcanic gas. Episode 49 ended after roughly seven and a half hours. All lava flows remained confined within Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

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US: Heavy Rainfall Causes Flooding Near Waco, Texas, Cars Stranded

Heavy rainfall triggered widespread flooding in the Waco area of central Texas on Sunday night, June 14. Central and southern McLennan County recorded the highest totals, with rainfall estimated between three and five inches. Multiple vehicles were stranded in floodwaters on southbound I-35 between Waco and Hewitt, prompting rescue operations by first responders.

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US: Severe Storms Spawn Multiple Tornadoes Across Illinois 4

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

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. White Sox

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto is greeted by teammates in the dugout after throwing 8-1/3 innings in a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox at Rate Field in Chicago on June 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. White Sox

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto is greeted by teammates in the dugout after throwing 8-1/3 innings in a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox at Rate Field in Chicago on June 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. White Sox

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto is greeted by teammates in the dugout after throwing 8-1/3 innings in a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox at Rate Field in Chicago on June 13, 2026.

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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.