US: North Dakota Sees Powerful Winds Amid Tornado-Producing Storm

Severe weather swept across the upper Midwest on Friday, June 20, bringing powerful winds and leaving at least 3 dead in North Dakota as a tornado ripped through the area.

Golf: JM Eagle LA Championship

Golf: JM Eagle LA Championship

Japan's Yuka Saso sinks a birdie putt on the 15th hole during the first round of the JM Eagle LA Championship golf tournament at Wilshire Country Club in Los Angeles on April 27, 2023.

Golf: JM Eagle LA Championship

Golf: JM Eagle LA Championship

Japan's Ayaka Furue acknowledges applause for a birdie on the 13th hole during the first round of the JM Eagle LA Championship golf tournament at Wilshire Country Club in Los Angeles on April 27, 2023.

Golf: JM Eagle LA Championship

Golf: JM Eagle LA Championship

Japan's Yuna Nishimura plays in the first round of the JM Eagle LA Championship golf tournament at Wilshire Country Club in Los Angeles on April 27, 2023.

Golf: JM Eagle LA Championship

Golf: JM Eagle LA Championship

Japan's Nasa Hataoka plays in the first round of the JM Eagle LA Championship golf tournament at Wilshire Country Club in Los Angeles on April 27, 2023.

Golf: JM Eagle LA Championship

Golf: JM Eagle LA Championship

Japan's Minami Katsu plays in the first round of the JM Eagle LA Championship golf tournament at Wilshire Country Club in Los Angeles on April 27, 2023.

Golf: JM Eagle LA Championship

Golf: JM Eagle LA Championship

Japan's Hinako Shibuno flashes a smile after playing the 13th hole during the first round of the JM Eagle LA Championship golf tournament at Wilshire Country Club in Los Angeles on April 27, 2023.

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels reacts after flying out during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Oakland Athletics at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California, on April 27, 2023. Ohtani fell a home run short of the cycle.

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels hits a triple during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Oakland Athletics at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California, on April 27, 2023.

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels high-fives teammates after scoring on an Anthony Rendon double during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Oakland Athletics at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California, on April 27, 2023.

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Shohei Ohtani, starting pitcher and designated hitter for the Los Angeles Angels, throws against the Oakland Athletics during a baseball game at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California, on April 27, 2023.

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Shohei Ohtani, starting pitcher and designated hitter for the Los Angeles Angels, throws against the Oakland Athletics during a baseball game at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California, on April 27, 2023.

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Shohei Ohtani, starting pitcher and designated hitter for the Los Angeles Angels, throws against the Oakland Athletics during a baseball game at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California, on April 27, 2023.

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Shohei Ohtani, starting pitcher and designated hitter for the Los Angeles Angels, throws against the Oakland Athletics during a baseball game at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California, on April 27, 2023.

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Shohei Ohtani, starting pitcher and designated hitter for the Los Angeles Angels, throws against the Oakland Athletics during a baseball game at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California, on April 27, 2023.

Baseball: Padres vs. Cubs

Baseball: Padres vs. Cubs

Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki doubles during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the San Diego Padres at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Illinois, on April 27, 2023.

Baseball: Padres vs. Cubs

Baseball: Padres vs. Cubs

Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki doubles during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the San Diego Padres at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Illinois, on April 27, 2023.

Baseball: Padres pitcher Darvish

Baseball: Padres pitcher Darvish

San Diego Padres pitcher Yu Darvish walks onto the field before a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Illinois, on April 27, 2023.

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels is pictured after giving up a two-run home run to Oakland Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers (23) during the fourth inning of a baseball game at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California, on April 27, 2023.

Baseball: Padres vs. Cubs

Baseball: Padres vs. Cubs

Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki smiles on second base after hitting a double during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the San Diego Padres at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Illinois, on April 27, 2023.

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Shohei Ohtani (17) of the Los Angeles Angels watches the flight of the ball after giving up a three-run home run to Oakland Athletics designated hitter Brent Rooker during the fourth inning of a baseball game at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California, on April 27, 2023.

Baseball: Padres pitcher Darvish

Baseball: Padres pitcher Darvish

San Diego Padres pitcher Yu Darvish speaks to reporters in Chicago, Illinois, on April 27, 2023, about Samurai Japan receiving the Medal with Purple Ribbon national honor for their World Baseball Classic victory.

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels reacts after getting Oakland Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers (background) to ground out during the sixth inning of a baseball game at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California, on April 27, 2023.

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Photo taken on April 27, 2023, shows Angel Stadium, home of the Los Angeles Angels, in Anaheim, California, which hosted a four-game series against the Oakland Athletics.

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Baseball: Athletics vs. Angels

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani (L) high-fives his battery mate after victory over the Oakland Athletics at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California, on April 27, 2023.

Japan formally decides to downgrade COVID-19 to flu level on May 8

Japan formally decides to downgrade COVID-19 to flu level on May 8

A Japanese Health, Labor and Welfare Ministry panel convenes a meeting in Tokyo on April 27, 2023, where it found no issues with the government's plan to downgrade the legal status of the novel coronavirus to a level on par with seasonal influenza on May 8.

Anti-terrorism drill near central Japan airport ahead of G7 transport ministers' meeting

Anti-terrorism drill near central Japan airport ahead of G7 transport ministers' meeting

The Japan Coast Guard and Aichi prefectural police conduct a joint anti-terrorism drill near Chubu Centrair International Airport in Tokoname, Aichi Prefecture, central Japan, on April 27, 2023, in preparation for a three-day meeting from June 16 of the Group of Seven transport ministers in the neighboring Mie Prefecture's Shima.

Japan formally decides to downgrade COVID-19 to flu level on May 8

Japan formally decides to downgrade COVID-19 to flu level on May 8

People walk in front of JR Tokyo Station on April 27, 2023, with most wearing face masks. The government decided the same day to downgrade the legal status of the novel coronavirus to a level on par with seasonal influenza on May 8.

BOJ policy-setting meeting

BOJ policy-setting meeting

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda enters the BOJ headquarters in Tokyo on April 27, 2023, as the central bank begins a two-day policy-setting meeting.

Kirin to buy Australian health food firm Blackmores

Kirin to buy Australian health food firm Blackmores

Kirin Holdings Co. senior executive officer Takeshi Minakata holds a press conference in Tokyo on April 27, 2023, announcing plans to purchase Australian health food company Blackmores Ltd. and expand into health-related business in the fast-growing Asia and Oceania markets.

Anti-terrorism drill near central Japan airport ahead of G7 transport ministers' meeting

Anti-terrorism drill near central Japan airport ahead of G7 transport ministers' meeting

The Japan Coast Guard and Aichi prefectural police conduct a joint anti-terrorism drill near Chubu Centrair International Airport in Tokoname, Aichi Prefecture, central Japan, on April 27, 2023, in preparation for a three-day meeting from June 16 of the Group of Seven transport ministers in the neighboring Mie Prefecture's Shima.

Anti-terrorism drill near central Japan airport ahead of G7 transport ministers' meeting

Anti-terrorism drill near central Japan airport ahead of G7 transport ministers' meeting

The Japan Coast Guard and Aichi prefectural police conduct a joint anti-terrorism drill near Chubu Centrair International Airport in Tokoname, Aichi Prefecture, central Japan, on April 27, 2023, in preparation for a three-day meeting from June 16 of the Group of Seven transport ministers in the neighboring Mie Prefecture's Shima.

Kirin to buy Australian health food firm Blackmores

Kirin to buy Australian health food firm Blackmores

Kirin Holdings Co. senior executive officer Takeshi Minakata holds a press conference in Tokyo on April 27, 2023, announcing plans to purchase Australian health food company Blackmores Ltd. and expand into health-related business in the fast-growing Asia and Oceania markets.

Interview with Seven & i Holdings president

Interview with Seven & i Holdings president

Seven & i Holdings Co. President Ryuichi Isaka gives an interview in Tokyo on April 27, 2023.

Japan formally decides to downgrade COVID-19 to flu level on May 8

Japan formally decides to downgrade COVID-19 to flu level on May 8

People walk in front of JR Osaka Station on April 27, 2023, with most wearing face masks. The government decided the same day to downgrade the legal status of the novel coronavirus to a level on par with seasonal influenza on May 8.

Interview with Seven & i Holdings president

Interview with Seven & i Holdings president

Seven & i Holdings Co. President Ryuichi Isaka gives an interview in Tokyo on April 27, 2023.

Japan formally decides to downgrade COVID-19 to flu level on May 8

Japan formally decides to downgrade COVID-19 to flu level on May 8

People walk in Tokyo's Omotesando area on April 27, 2023, with most wearing face masks. The government decided the same day to downgrade the legal status of the novel coronavirus to a level on par with seasonal influenza on May 8.

Japan formally decides to downgrade COVID-19 to flu level on May 8

Japan formally decides to downgrade COVID-19 to flu level on May 8

People walk in Tokyo's Shibuya area on April 27, 2023, with most wearing face masks. The government decided the same day to downgrade the legal status of the novel coronavirus to a level on par with seasonal influenza on May 8.

U.S. ambassador to Japan

U.S. ambassador to Japan

U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel delivers a lecture at Sophia University in Tokyo on April 27, 2023.

Tightened security in Hiroshima ahead of G7 summit

Tightened security in Hiroshima ahead of G7 summit

Police officers are on patrol at Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima on April 27, 2023, ahead of the May 19-21 Group of Seven summit.

Tightened security in Hiroshima ahead of G7 summit

Tightened security in Hiroshima ahead of G7 summit

A security fence is set up around Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima on April 27, 2023, ahead of the May 19-21 Group of Seven summit.

Tightened security in Hiroshima ahead of G7 summit

Tightened security in Hiroshima ahead of G7 summit

Police officers are on patrol at Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima on April 27, 2023, ahead of the May 19-21 Group of Seven summit.

Tightened security in Hiroshima ahead of G7 summit

Tightened security in Hiroshima ahead of G7 summit

A police officer is on patrol in front of the cenotaph for atomic bomb victims at Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima on April 27, 2023, ahead of the May 19-21 Group of Seven summit.

Preparation ahead of G7 summit

Preparation ahead of G7 summit

The Japanese government holds a preparatory meeting at the prime minister's office in Tokyo on April 27, 2023, ahead of the May 19-21 Group of Seven summit in Hiroshima, western Japan.

Home appliance expo in Shanghai

Home appliance expo in Shanghai

Photo taken on April 27, 2023, shows a Sony Corp. booth at the Appliance and Electronics World Expo 2023 that began in Shanghai the same day.

Japan formally decides to downgrade COVID-19 to flu level on May 8

Japan formally decides to downgrade COVID-19 to flu level on May 8

Health, Labor and Welfare Minister Katsunobu Kato speaks during a press conference in Tokyo on April 27, 2023, after the government formally decided to downgrade the legal status of the novel coronavirus to a level on par with seasonal influenza on May 8.

Japan formally decides to downgrade COVID-19 to flu level on May 8

Japan formally decides to downgrade COVID-19 to flu level on May 8

Health, Labor and Welfare Minister Katsunobu Kato speaks during a press conference in Tokyo on April 27, 2023, after the government formally decided to downgrade the legal status of the novel coronavirus to a level on par with seasonal influenza on May 8.

Japan formally decides to downgrade COVID-19 to flu level on May 8

Japan formally decides to downgrade COVID-19 to flu level on May 8

Health, Labor and Welfare Minister Katsunobu Kato speaks during a press conference in Tokyo on April 27, 2023, after the government formally decided to downgrade the legal status of the novel coronavirus to a level on par with seasonal influenza on May 8.

Tightened security in Hiroshima ahead of G7 summit

HIROSHIMA, Japan Kyodo - A police officer is on patrol in front of the cenotaph for atomic bomb victims at Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima on April 27, 2023, ahead of the May 19-21 Group of Seven summit.

Hiroshima ahead of G-7 summit

Hiroshima ahead of G-7 summit

Photo taken on April 27, 2023, shows an area in the neighborhood of Grand Prince Hotel Hiroshima (upper L, back), the venue of the May 19-21 Group of Seven summit in the western Japan city.