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China: Dog Rides Perched on Scooter Riders’ Shoulders at Red Light in Yunnan

On April 12, 2026, in Pu'er, Yunnan province, a video captured a group of electric scooter riders waiting at a red light. Among them, one scooter carried a man in front, a woman behind him, and a dog perched between them — its paws resting on both riders' shoulders. From that elevated position, the dog surveyed the traffic with calm confidence, showing no sign of discomfort. Its composed stance made it look less like a pet and more like a passenger enjoying a view of the road.

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Banana-based charcoal

Photo taken in Tokyo on April 28, 2025, shows banana-based charcoal (L) developed by fruit vendor Dole Japan Inc. for use in barbecues. As a way to reduce food waste, the Tokyo company turned bananas that could not be sold due to problems such as blemishes, bruising or size into the unique charcoal, which is lighter and easier to ignite than regular charcoal.

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Nature and the Image of Wind Power

Nature and the Image of Wind Power=April 25,2026,Tottori

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Kinki Nippon Railway: New 8A Train

Kinki Nippon Railway: New 8A Train=April 16,2026,Japan

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Nature and the Image of Wind Power

Nature and the Image of Wind Power=April 25,2026,Tottori

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Australia: Rainbows Form Over Crashing Waves

On April 12, 2026, in Australia, a video recorded waves rolling along a rocky coastline under bright sunlight. Blue ocean water moved up and down against the rocks as sea spray filled the air. As sunlight passed through the mist above the waves, a colorful rainbow appeared over the ocean. Soon afterward, another incoming wave created a second rainbow nearby. The scene looked especially vivid because of the clear weather and high visibility along the coast. Rainbows forming directly above moving sea waves are not commonly seen.

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China: Rare Mirage Creates Floating Cityscape Above Sea off Hebei Coast

On April 29, 2026, a rare mirage was spotted above the sea off Aranya Gold Coast in Qinhuangdao, Hebei, creating the illusion of a floating cityscape on the horizon. According to a witness, the spectacle lasted over an hour and drew crowds of onlookers to the beach.

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Saizeriya signboard and logo

Saizeriya signboard and logo=April 28,2026,Japan

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Second Street signboard and logo

Second Street signboard and logo=April 28,2026,Japan

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Kura Sushi signboard and logo

Kura Sushi signboard and logo=April 28,2026,Japan

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Saizeriya and Kura Sushi signboards and logos

Saizeriya and Kura Sushi signboards and logos=April 28,2026,Japan

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Exterior and sign of the National Diet Library (Kansai Branch)

Exterior and sign of the National Diet Library (Kansai Branch)=April 28,2026,Kyoto

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Exterior and sign of the National Diet Library (Kansai Branch)

Exterior and sign of the National Diet Library (Kansai Branch)=April 28,2026,Kyoto

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Gyoza no Ohsho signboard and logo

Gyoza no Ohsho signboard and logo=April 28,2026,Japan

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Marugame Seimen signboard and logo

Marugame Seimen signboard and logo=April 28,2026,Japan

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Uotami signboard and logo

Uotami signboard and logo=April 28,2026,Japan

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McDonald's signboard and logo

McDonald's signboard and logo=April 28,2026,Japan

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Marugame Seimen signboard and logo

Marugame Seimen signboard and logo=April 28,2026,Japan

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Joyful signboard and logo

Joyful signboard and logo=April 28,2026,Japan

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Saizeriya and Kura Sushi signboards and logos

Saizeriya and Kura Sushi signboards and logos=April 28,2026,Japan

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Exterior and sign of the Harima Shinkin Bank Head Office

Exterior and sign of the Harima Shinkin Bank Head Office=April 15,2026,Hyogo

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Kura Sushi signboard and logo

Kura Sushi signboard and logo=April 28,2026,Japan

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Exterior and sign of the Harima Shinkin Bank Head Office

Exterior and sign of the Harima Shinkin Bank Head Office=April 15,2026,Hyogo

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Marugame Seimen signboard and logo

Marugame Seimen signboard and logo=April 28,2026,Japan

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La Mu sign and logo

La Mu sign and logo=April 28,2026,Japan

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La Mu sign and logo

La Mu sign and logo=April 28,2026,Japan

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China: Tired Lizard Revived With Refreshing Mist in Jiangsu

On April 2, 2026, in Jiangsu, a video recorded a lizard resting weakly on a platform. At first, the reptile appeared tired and inactive, lying still with little visible movement. The filmer then picked up a manual spray bottle and gently sprayed water over the lizard’s body. Almost immediately, the lizard became alert and lifted its head. It closed its eyes while receiving the mist, looking as if it were enjoying the moisture.

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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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China: Unmanned Forklift Reverses on Its Own and Crashes Into Ambulance

On April 15, 2026, a forklift at a company compound in Nanchong, Sichuan, China, suddenly reversed on its own and crashed into a parked ambulance. No one was operating the vehicle at the time. Staff suspected a short circuit in the forklift's electrical system triggered the unexpected movement.

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China: Clever Owner Lures Hiding Hamster Out With Help From Its Companion

On April 11, 2026, in Hubei, a video recorded an owner trying to bring a hidden hamster out from under a sofa. The owner kept two golden hamsters, but one of them had crawled underneath and refused to come out. The owner then came up with an unusual solution. A string was gently placed around the neck of the second hamster, and that hamster was lowered beneath the sofa. Not long afterward, the hidden hamster followed along and finally emerged from underneath the furniture. The owner’s method appeared to work surprisingly well.

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TEPCO Holding sign and logo

TEPCO Holding sign and logo=April 30,2026,Tokyo

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