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Renovated skateboarding park in Kanagawa Pref.

Renovated skateboarding park in Kanagawa Pref.

Paris Olympics skateboarding gold medalist Coco Yoshizawa demonstrates tricks during the opening ceremony of a fully renovated skateboarding park in Sagamihara in the eastern Japan prefecture of Kanagawa on March 29, 2026. A native of Sagamihara, the 16-year-old started the sport at the 3,000-square-meter park, called the "mecca of urban sports."

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Renovated skateboarding park in Kanagawa Pref.

Renovated skateboarding park in Kanagawa Pref.

Paris Olympics skateboarding gold medalist Coco Yoshizawa demonstrates tricks during the opening ceremony of a fully renovated skateboarding park in Sagamihara in the eastern Japan prefecture of Kanagawa on March 29, 2026. A native of Sagamihara, the 16-year-old started the sport at the 3,000-square-meter park, called the "mecca of urban sports."

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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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China: Carp Battles Fast-Moving Currents at Taiziwan Park in Hangzhou

A carp was filmed swimming fiercely against fast-moving currents in Taiziwan Park in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, on Monday, March 16. The fish was seen repeatedly beating its tail as it pushed forward against the rushing water.

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Memorial ceremony for Japanese golf legend Ozaki

TOKYO, Japan, March 16 Kyodo - Japanese pro baseball's all-time home run king Sadaharu Oh prays for legendary professional golfer Masashi "Jumbo" Ozaki at a memorial ceremony for him in Tokyo. Ozaki died in December 2025 at age 78 after recording 112 wins, the most by a Japanese player, including 94 on the Japan Golf Tour. (Kyodo)

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Milan Cortina Paralympics: IPC head Parsons

CORTINA D'AMPEZZO, Italy, March 16 Kyodo - International Paralympic Committee President Andrew Parsons speaks during an interview in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy, on March 15, 2026, ahead of the Milan Cortina Paralympics closing ceremony later in the day. (Kyodo)

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Milan Cortina Paralympics: Closing ceremony

MILAN, Italy, March 16 Kyodo - A Paralympic cauldron is seen after the flame was extinguished following the closing of the Milan Cortina Paralympics on March 15, 2026, in Milan. (Kyodo)

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US: Powerful Kona Storm Batters Hawaii With Record Rainfall and Hurricane-Force Winds

A powerful Kona Low battered Hawaii with heavy rain and hurricane-force winds, causing widespread flooding, landslides, road closures, and power outages. The storm brought record-breaking rainfall to the state from March 10–15, with Maui seeing up to 46 inches of precipitation. Residents described it as the worst storm they had ever seen, enduring roughly 72 hours without power, leaking roofs, and flooded streets. Oahu also recorded over 19 inches of rainfall in multiple locations.

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US: Winter Storm Buries Michigan With Record Snow 5

A powerful winter storm hit Michigan, bringing record-breaking snowfall of up to 35 inches and strong winds from Sunday, March 15 through Monday, March 16. Trees and power lines were covered in ice, more than 126,000 households were without power, and schools and businesses were forced to close.

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State Guest House

State Guest House

Photo taken on March 16, 2026, shows State Guest House in Tokyo.

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State Guest House

State Guest House

Photo taken on March 16, 2026, shows State Guest House in Tokyo.

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US: Large Ice Ridges Build Up Along the Shoreline of Oneida Lake in New York

Large ice ridges built up along the shoreline of Oneida Lake, New York, as warming temperatures thawed the lake and strong winds pushed the broken ice against the shore, creating a towering display of rock, driftwood, and ice.

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Canada: Massive Winter Storm Buries Elliot Lake, Closing Highways and Suspending Services

A massive winter storm buried Elliot Lake and surrounding areas in northeastern Ontario on Monday, March 16, bringing heavy snowfall and powerful winds that created street-obliterating drifts. The city and Ontario Provincial Police suspended services and closed highways, urging residents to stay home unless absolutely necessary.

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US: Tornado Warning Issued as Heavy Rain and Damaging Winds Sweep Through New Jersey 2

Severe weather swept through the Tri-State Area overnight into Tuesday, March 17, bringing heavy rain, damaging winds, and leaving tens of thousands of customers without power. In New Jersey, a tornado warning was issued for parts of the area, several rail lines were temporarily suspended due to downed trees, and damage was reported across the region including fallen trees on homes and vehicles.

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US: Powerful Cold Front Sweeps Through Kentucky, Bringing Strong Winds and Snow 2

A powerful cold front moved through Kentucky on Monday, March 16, bringing strong winds, dropping temperatures, and giving way to snow showers and squalls across much of the state. Some of those snow squalls even produced a rumble of thunder.

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US: Powerful Cold Front Sweeps Through Kentucky, Bringing Strong Winds and Snow

A powerful cold front moved through Kentucky on Monday, March 16, bringing strong winds, dropping temperatures, and giving way to snow showers and squalls across much of the state. Some of those snow squalls even produced a rumble of thunder.

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US: Overnight Severe Storm Batters Kentucky, Downing Trees and Damaging Structures

An overnight severe storm fueled by high winds left thousands of Kentucky residents without power on Monday, March 16, with tornado watches and warnings issued across much of the state. Fallen trees and structural damage were reported across the state, though no injuries were recorded.

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US: Winter Storm Buries Michigan With Record Snow 4

A powerful winter storm hit Michigan, bringing record-breaking snowfall of up to 35 inches and strong winds from Sunday, March 15 through Monday night. Trees and power lines were covered in ice, more than 126,000 households were without power, and schools and businesses were forced to close.

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US: Powerful Cold Front Sweeps Through Alabama, Bringing March Snow

A powerful cold front swept through Alabama on Monday, March 16, bringing snow showers, a sharp drop in temperatures, and high wind gusts across the region. In the Huntsville area, at least one inch of snow was reported in several places.

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US: Winter Storm Buries Michigan With Record Snow 3

A powerful winter storm hit Michigan, bringing record-breaking snowfall of up to 35 inches and strong winds on Monday, March 16. Trees and power lines were covered in ice, more than 126,000 households were without power, and schools and businesses were forced to close.

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US: Winter Storm Buries Michigan With Record Snow

A powerful winter storm hit Michigan, bringing record-breaking snowfall of up to 35 inches and strong winds on Monday, March 16. Trees and power lines were covered in ice, more than 126,000 households were without power, and schools and businesses were forced to close.

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US: Winter Storm Buries Michigan With Record Snow 2

A powerful winter storm hit Michigan, bringing record-breaking snowfall of up to 35 inches and strong winds on Monday, March 16. Trees and power lines were covered in ice, more than 126,000 households were without power, and schools and businesses were forced to close.

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World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

Venezuela closer Daniel Palencia pitches in the ninth inning of a World Baseball Classic semifinal game against Italy at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 16, 2026.

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World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

Venezuela right-hander Andrez Machado pitches in the eighth inning of a World Baseball Classic semifinal game against Italy at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 16, 2026.

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World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

Italy players hug each other following the team's loss to Venezuela in a World Baseball Classic semifinal game at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 16, 2026.

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World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

Italy players hug each other following the team's loss to Venezuela in a World Baseball Classic semifinal game at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 16, 2026.

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World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

Venezuela closer Daniel Palencia reacts after striking out Sam Antonacci of Italy for the third out in the ninth inning sealing a World Baseball Classic semifinal win at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 16, 2026.

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World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

Venezuela players high-five after defeating Italy in a World Baseball Classic semifinal game at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 16, 2026.

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World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

Venezuela players celebrate after defeating Italy in a World Baseball Classic semifinal game at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 16, 2026.

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World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

Maikel Garcia of Venezuela reacts after hitting a go-ahead single in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic semifinal game against Italy at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 16, 2026.

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World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

Luis Arraez of Venezuela hits an RBI single in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic semifinal game against Italy at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 16, 2026.

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World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

Maikel Garcia of Venezuela hits a go-ahead single in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic semifinal game against Italy at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 16, 2026.

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World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

Maikel Garcia of Venezuela hits a go-ahead single in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic semifinal game against Italy at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 16, 2026.

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World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

Ronald Acuna Jr. of Venezuela hits an RBI infield single in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic semifinal game against Italy at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 16, 2026.

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World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

J.J. D'Orazio of Italy shouts after drawing a walk with the bases loaded in the second inning of a World Baseball Classic semifinal game against Venezuela at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 16, 2026.

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World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

Eugenio Suarez of Venezuela hits a home run in the fourth inning of a World Baseball Classic semifinal game against Italy at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 16, 2026.

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World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

World Baseball Classic: Venezuela vs. Italy

Italy right-hander Aaron Nola starts in a World Baseball Classic semifinal game against Venezuela at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, on March 16, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani makes a long throw during the team's spring training in Glendale, Arizona, on March 16, 2026.

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U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent

U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent (L), alongside Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, speaks to reporters in Paris on March 16, 2026, following a meeting with top Chinese economic officials.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto plays catch during the team's spring training in Glendale, Arizona, on March 16, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto plays catch during the team's spring training in Glendale, Arizona, on March 16, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Chicago White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami is pictured during the team's spring training in Glendale, Arizona, on March 16, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Toronto Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto takes fielding practice during the team's spring training in Dunedin, Florida, on March 16, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Chicago White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami takes batting practice during the team's spring training in Glendale, Arizona, on March 16, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Chicago White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami takes batting practice during the team's spring training in Glendale, Arizona, on March 16, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Chicago Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga plays catch during the team's spring training in Mesa, Arizona, on March 16, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto works out during the team's spring training in Glendale, Arizona, on March 16, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto throws a training javelin during the team's spring training in Glendale, Arizona, on March 16, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto throws a training javelin during the team's spring training in Glendale, Arizona, on March 16, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani plays catch during the team's spring training in Glendale, Arizona, on March 16, 2026.

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