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UK: Large Fire Breaks out at Bolton Industrial Estate, Prompting Major Emergency Response

A large fire broke out early Friday, March 13, at the Raikes Clough Lane industrial estate in Bolton, Greater Manchester, where a large pile of scrap metal caught fire, prompting a major emergency response and road closures. No injuries were reported, and residents nearby were advised to keep doors and windows closed due to heavy smoke.

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Interview with ex-NATO head Rasmussen

Interview with ex-NATO head Rasmussen

Former NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen speaks during an interview in Tokyo on March 3, 2026.

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Interview with ex-NATO head Rasmussen

Interview with ex-NATO head Rasmussen

Former NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen speaks during an interview in Tokyo on March 3, 2026.

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Interview with ex-NATO head Rasmussen

Interview with ex-NATO head Rasmussen

Former NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen speaks during an interview in Tokyo on March 3, 2026.

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US: Lightning Illuminates Sky Over Paulsboro as Severe Thunderstorm Hits Part of NJ

Some areas of New Jersey were under severe thunderstorm warnings Wednesday night, March 11, as strong storm cells swept across the region. Forecasters said the storms could produce small hail and wind gusts of up to 60 mph. The video captures lightning lighting up the night sky in Paulsboro.

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US: Large Hail Pounds Chicago Area as Severe Storm Sweeps Through Northern Illinois 3

Large hail struck the Chicago area on March 10, 2026, pelting parts of the region as a severe storm system moved through northern Illinois. A supercell thunderstorm moved across the southern and western Chicago suburbs, dropping hail ranging from 2 to locally 4 inches in diameter across the area. The storm also brought tornado warnings, damaging winds, and flash flooding threats across the region.

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China: Cat Gets Head Stuck in Wall Gap at Shop Entrance

On February 3, 2026, at Yongle Optical Shop in Hefei, Anhui province, a cat was filmed with its head stuck in a narrow gap between a wall and a doorframe near a building entrance. From outside, it looked as if the cat was suspended in the wall, with the hole fitting its head perfectly. According to the video description, the animal likely crawled into an air-conditioner pipe hole inside the wall and became stuck, leaving only its head visible.

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China: Cat Unexpectedly Grabs Ball During Tennis Game in Lijiang

On February 3, 2026, a video captured in Lijiang, China, two young men playing tennis under bright sunshine with snow-covered mountains in the distance. During the match, a cat lounging near the court quickly grabbed a tennis ball that rolled out of bounds, holding it tightly like a toy.

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World Baseball Classic: S. Korea vs. Japan

World Baseball Classic: S. Korea vs. Japan

South Korea players react after Kim Hye Seong (3) struck out with the bases loaded in the eighth inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Japan at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 7, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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Baseball: U.S. WBC warm-up game

Baseball: U.S. WBC warm-up game

Aaron Judge of the U.S. national baseball team hits an RBI single during a warm-up game against the San Francisco Giants in Scottsdale, Arizona, on March 3, 2026, ahead of the World Baseball Classic.

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Baseball: U.S. WBC warm-up game

Baseball: U.S. WBC warm-up game

Aaron Judge of the U.S. national baseball team hits an RBI single during a warm-up game against the San Francisco Giants in Scottsdale, Arizona, on March 3, 2026, ahead of the World Baseball Classic.

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Baseball: U.S. WBC warm-up game

Baseball: U.S. WBC warm-up game

Aaron Judge of the U.S. national baseball team hits an RBI single during a warm-up game against the San Francisco Giants in Scottsdale, Arizona, on March 3, 2026, ahead of the World Baseball Classic.

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Baseball: U.S. WBC warm-up game

Baseball: U.S. WBC warm-up game

Paul Skenes of the U.S. national baseball team pitches in a warm-up game against the San Francisco Giants in Scottsdale, Arizona, on March 3, 2026, ahead of the World Baseball Classic.

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US: Severe Storms and Flash Flooding Batter North Texas, Llano County Soaked

North Texas faced a significant severe weather outbreak on Wednesday, March 4, as a cold front collided with warm, humid air. In the Hill Country, scattered storms remained persistent throughout the day. Isolated areas in northern Llano County recorded over 2 inches of rain, with small hail reported.

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Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

President Masakazu Toyoda of Space One Co. grimaces during a press conference in Kushimoto in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on March 5, 2026, after the Japanese startup aborted the flight of its Kairos No. 3 rocket. The company was hoping to be the first Japanese private entity to put a satellite into orbit.

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Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

President Masakazu Toyoda of Space One Co. speaks at a press conference in Kushimoto in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on March 5, 2026, after the Japanese startup aborted the flight of its Kairos No. 3 rocket following previous two failed attempts. The company was hoping to be the first Japanese private entity to put a satellite into orbit.

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Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows the Kairos No. 3 rocket of Japanese startup Space One Co. lifting off from Space Port Kii in Kushimoto in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on March 5, 2026. The company's bid to become the first private firm in the country to put a satellite into orbit failed, however, following two previous failed attempts.

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Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows the Kairos No. 3 rocket of Japanese startup Space One Co. lifting off from Space Port Kii in Kushimoto in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on March 5, 2026. The company's bid to become the first private firm in the country to put a satellite into orbit failed, however, following two previous failed attempts.

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Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows the Kairos No. 3 rocket of Japanese startup Space One Co. lifting off from Space Port Kii in Kushimoto in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on March 5, 2026. The company's bid to become the first private firm in the country to put a satellite into orbit failed, however, following two previous failed attempts.

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Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows the Kairos No. 3 rocket of Japanese startup Space One Co. lifting off from Space Port Kii in Kushimoto in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on March 5, 2026. The company's bid to become the first private firm in the country to put a satellite into orbit failed, however, following two previous failed attempts.

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Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

The Kairos No. 3 rocket of Japanese startup Space One Co. soars after its liftoff from Space Port Kii in Kushimoto in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on March 5, 2026. The company's bid to become the first private firm in the country to put a satellite into orbit failed, however, following two previous failed attempts.

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Baseball: Suzuki ahead of WBC

Baseball: Suzuki ahead of WBC

Seiya Suzuki of Japan's national baseball team rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run in the first inning of a warm-up game against the Hanshin Tigers at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, western Japan, on March 3, 2026, ahead of the World Baseball Classic. (For editorial use only)

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Baseball: Suzuki ahead of WBC

Baseball: Suzuki ahead of WBC

Seiya Suzuki of Japan's national baseball team rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run in the first inning of a warm-up game against the Hanshin Tigers at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, western Japan, on March 3, 2026, ahead of the World Baseball Classic. (For editorial use only)

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Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

The Kairos No. 3 rocket of Japanese startup Space One Co. soars after its liftoff from Space Port Kii in Kushimoto in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on March 5, 2026. The company's bid to become the first private firm in the country to put a satellite into orbit failed, however, following two previous failed attempts.

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Baseball: Suzuki ahead of WBC

Baseball: Suzuki ahead of WBC

Seiya Suzuki of Japan's national baseball team smiles after hitting a solo home run in the first inning of a warm-up game against the Hanshin Tigers at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, western Japan, on March 3, 2026, ahead of the World Baseball Classic. (For editorial use only)

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Baseball: Suzuki ahead of WBC

Baseball: Suzuki ahead of WBC

Seiya Suzuki of Japan's national baseball team smiles after hitting a solo home run in the first inning of a warm-up game against the Hanshin Tigers at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, western Japan, on March 3, 2026, ahead of the World Baseball Classic. (For editorial use only)

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Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

The Kairos No. 3 rocket of Japanese startup Space One Co. soars after its liftoff from Space Port Kii in Kushimoto in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on March 5, 2026. The company's bid to become the first private firm in the country to put a satellite into orbit failed, however, following two previous failed attempts.

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Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows the Kairos No. 3 rocket of Japanese startup Space One Co. soaring after its liftoff from Space Port Kii in Kushimoto in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on March 5, 2026. The company's bid to become the first private firm in the country to put a satellite into orbit failed, however, following two previous failed attempts.

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Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows the Kairos No. 3 rocket of Japanese startup Space One Co. lifting off from Space Port Kii in Kushimoto in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on March 5, 2026. The company's bid to become the first private firm in the country to put a satellite into orbit failed, however, following two previous failed attempts.

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Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

The Kairos No. 3 rocket of Japanese startup Space One Co. soars after its liftoff from Space Port Kii in Kushimoto in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on March 5, 2026. The company's bid to become the first private firm in the country to put a satellite into orbit failed, however, following two previous failed attempts.

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Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

Japanese startup Space One's 3rd rocket flight aborted

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows the Kairos No. 3 rocket of Japanese startup Space One Co. lifting off from Space Port Kii in Kushimoto in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on March 5, 2026. The company's bid to become the first private firm in the country to put a satellite into orbit failed, however, following two previous failed attempts.

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Baseball: Suzuki ahead of WBC

Baseball: Suzuki ahead of WBC

Seiya Suzuki of Japan's national baseball team hits a solo home run in the first inning of a warm-up game against the Hanshin Tigers at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, western Japan, on March 3, 2026, ahead of the World Baseball Classic. (For editorial use only)

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Baseball: Suzuki ahead of WBC

Baseball: Suzuki ahead of WBC

Seiya Suzuki of Japan's national baseball team hits a solo home run in the first inning of a warm-up game against the Hanshin Tigers at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, western Japan, on March 3, 2026, ahead of the World Baseball Classic. (For editorial use only)

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Baseball: Suzuki ahead of WBC

Baseball: Suzuki ahead of WBC

Seiya Suzuki of Japan's national baseball team hits a solo home run in the first inning of a warm-up game against the Hanshin Tigers at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, western Japan, on March 3, 2026, ahead of the World Baseball Classic. (For editorial use only)

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Baseball: Suzuki ahead of WBC

Baseball: Suzuki ahead of WBC

Seiya Suzuki of Japan's national baseball team hits a solo home run in the first inning of a warm-up game against the Hanshin Tigers at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, western Japan, on March 3, 2026, ahead of the World Baseball Classic. (For editorial use only)

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Baseball: Suzuki ahead of WBC

Baseball: Suzuki ahead of WBC

Seiya Suzuki of Japan's national baseball team hits a solo home run in the first inning of a warm-up game against the Hanshin Tigers at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, western Japan, on March 3, 2026, ahead of the World Baseball Classic. (For editorial use only)

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Baseball: Suzuki ahead of WBC

Baseball: Suzuki ahead of WBC

Seiya Suzuki of Japan's national baseball team hits a solo home run in the first inning of a warm-up game against the Hanshin Tigers at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, western Japan, on March 3, 2026, ahead of the World Baseball Classic. (For editorial use only)

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Baseball: Suzuki ahead of WBC

Baseball: Suzuki ahead of WBC

Seiya Suzuki of Japan's national baseball team hits a solo home run in the first inning of a warm-up game against the Hanshin Tigers at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, western Japan, on March 3, 2026, ahead of the World Baseball Classic. (For editorial use only)

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Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Shohei Ohtani of Japan's national baseball team enters the field for a warm-up game against the Hanshin Tigers at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, western Japan, on March 3, 2026, prior to the World Baseball Classic. (For editorial use only)

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Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Shohei Ohtani (C) of Japan's national baseball team celebrates with teammates after beating the Hanshin Tigers in a warm-up game at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, western Japan, on March 3, 2026, prior to the World Baseball Classic. (For editorial use only)

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Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Shohei Ohtani (C) of Japan's national baseball team celebrates with teammates after beating the Hanshin Tigers in a warm-up game at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, western Japan, on March 3, 2026, prior to the World Baseball Classic. (For editorial use only)

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Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Shohei Ohtani (C) of Japan's national baseball team acknowledges fans in the stands after beating the Hanshin Tigers in a warm-up game at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, western Japan, on March 3, 2026, prior to the World Baseball Classic. (For editorial use only)

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Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Shohei Ohtani (2nd from L) of Japan's national baseball team celebrates with teammates after beating the Hanshin Tigers in a warm-up game at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, western Japan, on March 3, 2026, prior to the World Baseball Classic. (For editorial use only)

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Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Shohei Ohtani of Japan's national baseball team grounds out in the third inning of a warm-up game against the Hanshin Tigers at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, western Japan, on March 3, 2026, ahead of the World Baseball Classic. (For editorial use only)

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Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Shohei Ohtani of Japan's national baseball team grounds out in the third inning of a warm-up game against the Hanshin Tigers at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, western Japan, on March 3, 2026, ahead of the World Baseball Classic. (For editorial use only)

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Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Shohei Ohtani of Japan's national baseball team grounds out in the third inning of a warm-up game against the Hanshin Tigers at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, western Japan, on March 3, 2026, ahead of the World Baseball Classic. (For editorial use only)

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Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Shohei Ohtani of Japan's national baseball team grounds out in the third inning of a warm-up game against the Hanshin Tigers at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, western Japan, on March 3, 2026, ahead of the World Baseball Classic. (For editorial use only)

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Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Shohei Ohtani of Japan's national baseball team grounds out in the third inning of a warm-up game against the Hanshin Tigers at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, western Japan, on March 3, 2026, ahead of the World Baseball Classic. (For editorial use only)

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Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Shohei Ohtani of Japan's national baseball team grounds out in the third inning of a warm-up game against the Hanshin Tigers at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, western Japan, on March 3, 2026, ahead of the World Baseball Classic. (For editorial use only)

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Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Baseball: Ohtani ahead of WBC

Shohei Ohtani of Japan's national baseball team grounds out in the third inning of a warm-up game against the Hanshin Tigers at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, western Japan, on March 3, 2026, ahead of the World Baseball Classic. (For editorial use only)

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