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US: Super Typhoon Bavi Slams Guam, Northern Marianas 2

Super Typhoon Bavi made landfall Monday, July 6, passing directly over Rota in the Northern Mariana Islands around 8 a.m. local time, with sustained winds over 150 mph. Guam and nearby islands also reported major damage from the storm.

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Dollar hits 160 yen

Dollar hits 160 yen

A financial data monitor in Tokyo shows the dollar rising to 160.00 yen on June 3, 2026. The U.S. currency hit the psychologically important threshold for the first time since late April.

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China: Excited Dog Runs Straight Into Glass Door at Jiangsu Shop

On April 3, 2026, in Jiangsu, a video recorded a small dog running excitedly toward a shop. The glass door at the entrance was closed, but the dog did not seem to notice. It rushed forward and hit the glass directly. The collision appeared painful, and the dog stopped at the doorway looking stunned and pitiful. A shop employee quickly opened the door after seeing what happened. Once the entrance was clear, the dog hurried inside.

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Nintendo's sales in FY 2025 top 2 tril. yen

Nintendo's sales in FY 2025 top 2 tril. yen

File photo taken on April 3, 2025, in Tokyo shows the Switch 2 gaming console of Nintendo Co. The video game company reported on May 8, 2026, that its sales for the year ended March that year rose 98.6 percent from a year earlier to 2.31 trillion yen, the first time the company has topped the 2 trillion yen mark.

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Japan's suspected currency intervention

Japan's suspected currency intervention

Photo taken on May 3, 2026, shows Japan's Finance Ministry in Tokyo. The ministry and the Bank of Japan likely spent an additional 4 trillion yen during the Golden Week holiday in early May to arrest the yen's further fall following a yen-buying operation on April 30.

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Indonesia: At Least 14 Killed and Over 80 Injured in Train Collision Near Jakarta

At least 14 people were killed and more than 80 injured after two trains collided at Bekasi Timur Station near Jakarta, Indonesia, late Monday night. A stationary commuter train was struck from behind by a long-distance train running on the same track.

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Japan: Wildfires Grow in Iwate’s Otsuchi as Evacuation Orders Widen 3

Two wildfires, which broke out on the afternoon of April 22 in forested areas of Otsuchi, Iwate Prefecture, in northeast Japan, have scorched more than 1,000 hectares of land as of Friday, April 24, with at least eight structures — including a home — reported destroyed. Authorities have issued evacuation orders for more than 3,000 people as firefighting efforts continue.

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China: Humanoid Robot Sets New Half-Marathon World Record in Beijing 2

A half-marathon featuring both humanoid robots and human runners was held in Beijing on Sunday, April 19. The winning robot "Lightning", developed by Chinese smartphone maker Honor, finished in 50 minutes and 26 seconds, beating the men's human world record of 57 minutes and 20 seconds.

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China: Humanoid Robot Sets New Half-Marathon World Record in Beijing 3

A half-marathon featuring both humanoid robots and human runners was held in Beijing on Sunday, April 19. The winning robot "Lightning", developed by Chinese smartphone maker Honor, finished in 50 minutes and 26 seconds, beating the men's human world record of 57 minutes and 20 seconds. Robots also showcased smooth dance moves at a special stage next to the marathon path at the robot mall.

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RECAP: Canadian Woman Killed in Shooting at Mexico’s Teotihuacán Pyramid Complex

A Canadian woman was killed and 13 people injured after a gunman opened fire at the ancient pyramid complex of Teotihuacán in Mexico on Monday, April 20. The shooter, identified as Julio César Jasso Ramírez, killed himself after the attack.

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Japan: Shoppers Evacuate to Rooftop Amid Tsunami Warnings Following Major Earthquake

A magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck off the Sanriku Coast in the Tohoku region Monday afternoon, April 20, triggering a tsunami warning of up to three meters for Hokkaido, Aomori, and Iwate. The footage captures people at a shopping mall in Hachinohe evacuating to the rooftop amid tsunami warnings.

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China: Burning Bicycle Left in Middle of Road After Rider Escapes in Chongqing

On April 3, 2026, in Chongqing, videos captured a man cycling steadily along a city street when the rear part of his bicycle unexpectedly caught fire. The rider appeared startled and immediately reacted by jumping off the bicycle to avoid injury. As the fire intensified within seconds, he moved away from the burning vehicle.

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Bird-shaped patch of snow on Mt. Fuji

Bird-shaped patch of snow on Mt. Fuji

Photo taken from Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi Prefecture, shows a bird-shaped patch of snow (red circle) on the Yamanashi-side slope of Mt. Fuji on April 17, 2026. The 3,776-meter mountain straddles Shizuoka and Yamanashi prefectures.

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RECAP: Tornadoes, Flooding, and Large Hail Batter Midwest in Multi-Day Outbreak

A powerful severe weather system swept through the U.S. Midwest and Great Lakes region on April 14–15, bringing tornadoes, giant hail, damaging winds, and widespread flooding to multiple states. Michigan was among the hardest hit, with the Ann Arbor area reporting building collapses, downed power lines, and thousands of customers without electricity. In Milwaukee, heavy rains on Wednesday evening prompted the closure of Interstate 43 and left streets impassable across the city. At American Family Field, rain leaked through the retractable roof during the Milwaukee Brewers game against the Toronto Blue Jays.

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RECAP: Super Typhoon Sinlaku Hammers CNMI and Guam

Super Typhoon Sinlaku, the strongest tropical cyclone on Earth this year, struck the Northern Mariana Islands on Tuesday night, April 14, packing sustained winds of up to 150 mph (240 kph). The storm flipped cars, toppled utility poles, downed power lines, and ripped off roofs across Saipan — a U.S. territory of about 43,000 people. Roads were impassable and widespread power and water outages were reported. Guam was also hit with tropical force winds.

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US: Super Typhoon Sinlaku Batters CNMI and Guam With Destructive Weather

Super Typhoon Sinlaku slammed into the Northern Mariana Islands on Tuesday, April 14, lashing Saipan and Tinian with 150 mph sustained winds and torrential rain. Reported damage includes shredded roofs and widespread flooding. While Guam avoided a direct hit, the island still faced high winds and flash floods. President Trump approved emergency disaster declarations for both Guam and the CNMI on April 12.

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Baseball: Mets vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Mets vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers starter Yoshinobu Yamamoto (18) is greeted by teammates in the dugout after throwing 7 2/3 innings in a baseball game against the New York Mets at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 14, 2026.

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Baseball: Mets vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Mets vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers starter Yoshinobu Yamamoto is greeted by teammates in the dugout after throwing 7 2/3 innings in a baseball game against the New York Mets at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 14, 2026.

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US: Super Typhoon Sinlaku Barrels Toward Northern Mariana Islands and Guam 5

Super Typhoon Sinlaku, the strongest tropical cyclone on Earth so far in 2026, has been barreling toward the Northern Mariana Islands and Guam in the Pacific Ocean, with the National Weather Service warning of potentially "devastating damage." As of Monday, April 13, Sinlaku carried sustained winds of 175 mph — equivalent to a Category 5 hurricane — with typhoon warnings in effect for Saipan, Tinian and Rota, as typhoon conditions were expected by Tuesday. An island-wide power outage hit the Northern Mariana Islands, while flight cancellations were also reported amid the worsening weather.

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US: Super Typhoon Sinlaku Barrels Toward Northern Mariana Islands and Guam 4

Super Typhoon Sinlaku, the strongest tropical cyclone on Earth so far in 2026, has been barreling toward the Northern Mariana Islands and Guam in the Pacific Ocean, with the National Weather Service warning of potentially "devastating damage." As of Monday, April 13, Sinlaku carried sustained winds of 175 mph — equivalent to a Category 5 hurricane — with typhoon warnings in effect for Saipan, Tinian and Rota, as typhoon conditions were expected by Tuesday. An island-wide power outage hit the Northern Mariana Islands, while flight cancellations were also reported amid the worsening weather.

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Thailand: People Celebrate New Year With Songkran Water Festival 2

Thailand's iconic water festival, Songkran, marking the Thai New Year, kicked off on Monday, April 13. The festival, a national holiday in Thailand, features the spraying of water, symbolizing cleansing and good fortune. This video was filmed on Silom Road in Bangkok on Monday.

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Ireland: Demonstrators Rally in Cork Against Rising Fuel Prices

Demonstrators flooded Cork city center on Sunday afternoon, April 12, rallying against rising fuel prices.

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Spain: Saharan Dust Blankets La Rioja

A calima — a haze caused by suspended Saharan dust — was observed across La Rioja, Spain, on April 9, 2026, as southerly winds carried fine particles northward from the African continent.

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China: One White Tiger Charms Visitors While Another Growls in Disapproval

On April 3, 2026, at Beijing Wildlife Park, a white tiger made a gentle expression toward visitors through a glass enclosure as a guide explained. A second tiger nearby let out a low growl in apparent disapproval, causing the friendlier tiger to immediately turn away and leave.

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Ireland: Traffic Chaos Grips Ireland for Third Day as Fuel Price Protests Intensify 2

Severe traffic disruption gripped Ireland on Thursday, April 9, as fuel price protests entered their third day. Hauliers and contractors blocked major motorways including the M50, M7 and M8, while in Dublin, O'Connell Street was brought to a standstill, forcing bus and tram services to suspend or divert.

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Mexico: Heavy Rain Triggers Leaks and Flooding at Mexico City International Airport

Heavy rain hit Mexico City on Tuesday, April 7, leading to significant flooding and leaks at the Mexico City International Airport (AICM). The heavy rainfall caused water to pour through the ceilings of Terminal 1, impacting passenger areas and hallways.

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Ireland: Fuel Protest Convoys Cause Widespread Traffic Disruption Across Country

Fuel protests caused major traffic disruption across Ireland, with slow-moving convoys on main roads leading to Dublin and other cities. Gas prices have surged, due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz amid the Middle East conflict.

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[Breaking News]Football: Base camp for Japan World Cup squad

NASHVILLE, United States, April 3 Kyodo - Video taken in Nashville, Tennessee, on April 2, 2026, shows the training center to be used as the base camp for Japan squad members during the 2026 football World Cup finals, co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States, opening in June. (Kyodo)

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[Breaking News]Last Japan-bound crude oil tanker arrives in Tokyo Bay

TOKYO, Japan, April 3 Kyodo - Video taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows a crude oil tanker from the Middle East arriving in Tokyo Bay on April 3, 2026, after passing through the Strait of Hormuz on Feb. 26, two days before the U.S. and Israeli militaries started strikes on Iran. No Japan-bound tanker has been confirmed to have passed the strait since. (Kyodo)

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Mexico: Smoke Spreads Through Perisur Mall, Prompting Emergency Evacuation

Smoke filled the Perisur shopping mall in Mexico City on Friday, April 3, after a gas anomaly was detected, prompting emergency services to mobilize and dozens of shoppers and employees to evacuate. Workers activated a fire extinguisher to address the incident, but the chemical agent released a dense cloud of white smoke that spread through the mall, causing panic among visitors.

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Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Houston Astros rookie Tatsuya Imai (C) is greeted by teammates in the dugout after throwing 5-2/3 scoreless innings in a baseball game against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, California, on April 4, 2026. Imai earned his first MLB win in the game.

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Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Houston Astros rookie Tatsuya Imai (L) leaves the mound after throwing 5-2/3 scoreless innings, earning his first MLB win, in a baseball game against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, California, on April 4, 2026.

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Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Houston Astros rookie Tatsuya Imai leaves the mound after throwing 5-2/3 scoreless innings, earning his first MLB win, in a baseball game against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, California, on April 4, 2026.

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Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Houston Astros rookie Tatsuya Imai starts in a baseball game against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, California, on April 4, 2026, throwing 5-2/3 scoreless innings to earn his first MLB win.

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Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Houston Astros rookie Tatsuya Imai starts in a baseball game against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, California, on April 4, 2026, throwing 5-2/3 scoreless innings to earn his first MLB win.

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Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Houston Astros rookie Tatsuya Imai starts in a baseball game against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, California, on April 4, 2026, throwing 5-2/3 scoreless innings to earn his first MLB win.

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Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Houston Astros rookie Tatsuya Imai starts in a baseball game against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, California, on April 4, 2026, throwing 5-2/3 scoreless innings to earn his first MLB win.

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Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Houston Astros rookie Tatsuya Imai starts in a baseball game against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, California, on April 4, 2026, throwing 5-2/3 scoreless innings to earn his first MLB win.

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Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Houston Astros rookie Tatsuya Imai starts in a baseball game against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, California, on April 4, 2026, throwing 5-2/3 scoreless innings to earn his first MLB win.

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Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Houston Astros rookie Tatsuya Imai starts in a baseball game against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, California, on April 4, 2026, throwing 5-2/3 scoreless innings to earn his first MLB win.

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Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Houston Astros rookie Tatsuya Imai starts in a baseball game against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, California, on April 4, 2026, throwing 5-2/3 scoreless innings to earn his first MLB win.

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Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Houston Astros rookie Tatsuya Imai starts in a baseball game against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, California, on April 4, 2026, throwing 5-2/3 scoreless innings to earn his first MLB win.

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Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Baseball: Astros vs. Athletics

Houston Astros rookie Tatsuya Imai starts in a baseball game against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, California, on April 4, 2026, throwing 5-2/3 scoreless innings to earn his first MLB win.

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Baseball: Blue Jays vs. White Sox

Baseball: Blue Jays vs. White Sox

Chicago White Sox players celebrate after scoring a walk-off victory over the Toronto Blue Jays in a baseball game at Rate Field in Chicago on April 3, 2026.

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Baseball: Blue Jays vs. White Sox

Baseball: Blue Jays vs. White Sox

Chicago White Sox players celebrate after scoring a walk-off victory over the Toronto Blue Jays in a baseball game at Rate Field in Chicago on April 3, 2026.

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Baseball: Blue Jays vs. White Sox

Baseball: Blue Jays vs. White Sox

Munetaka Murakami of the Chicago White Sox hits a single in the first inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rate Field in Chicago on April 3, 2026.

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Baseball: Blue Jays vs. White Sox

Baseball: Blue Jays vs. White Sox

Munetaka Murakami of the Chicago White Sox hits a single in the first inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rate Field in Chicago on April 3, 2026.

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US: Fast-Moving Springs Fire Breaks Out in Riverside County, Prompting Evacuations 3

The Springs Fire broke out east of Moreno Valley in Riverside County on Friday, April 3, quickly spreading to more than 4,000 acres and prompting evacuation orders for nearby residents, including the campus of Moreno Valley College. The fire was nearly completely contained by Sunday morning.

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Baseball: Blue Jays vs. White Sox

Baseball: Blue Jays vs. White Sox

Munetaka Murakami of the Chicago White Sox hits a single in the first inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rate Field in Chicago on April 3, 2026.

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Baseball: Blue Jays vs. White Sox

Baseball: Blue Jays vs. White Sox

Munetaka Murakami of the Chicago White Sox hits a single in the first inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rate Field in Chicago on April 3, 2026.

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