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Emperor meets with French president

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (2nd from R), Empress Masako (far R), French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron, pose for a photo at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on April 2, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Emperor meets with French president

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (2nd from R), Empress Masako (far R), French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron, pose for a photo at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on April 2, 2026. (Pool photo)

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World Autism Awareness Day

Tokyo Tower is illuminated in blue, a color used as a symbol for autism as it represents hope and healing, on April 2, 2026, the U.N.-set World Autism Awareness Day.

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World Autism Awareness Day

Tokyo Tower is illuminated in blue, a color used as a symbol for autism as it represents hope and healing, on April 2, 2026, the U.N.-set World Autism Awareness Day.

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Artemis II moon mission

The Orion spacecraft, atop a Space Launch System rocket, soars after taking off from Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida, on April 1, 2026, for the Artemis II manned lunar mission.

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China: Man Demonstrates Precision Slingshot Fishing Technique in Anhui Pond

On March 23, 2026, in Anhui, China, a man demonstrated a traditional fishing technique using a slingshot-like device, striking a fish in a pond with a single, precise shot. The clip showcased the speed and accuracy required for this skill, leaving viewers impressed.

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China: Clumsy Panda Cub Loses Grip and Falls From Tree in Fujian

On March 17, 2026, in Fujian, a video recorded a panda cub climbing a tree to play. While moving around on the trunk, the cub suddenly lost its grip and fell down. A worker picked the cub up and looked it over carefully, turning it slightly as if checking for injuries.

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Lawson ceremony for new employees

An AI robot version of convenience store chain Lawson Inc.'s mascot character Ponta chats with new employees (L) during a ceremony to welcome them in Tokyo on April 1, 2026. The robot was trained to learn the thinking of President Sadanobu Takemasu (R), according to Lawson.

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China: Stray Dog Fakes Injury to Beg for Food in Fujian Parking Lot

On March 22, 2026, in Fujian, a stray dog in a residential parking lot was filmed dragging both hind legs along the ground as it approached a passerby, appearing badly injured. However, once the dog realized no food was being offered, it immediately stood up and walked away normally.

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ANA ceremony for new employees

A ceremony to welcome new employees of All Nippon Airways group companies is held in a hangar at Haneda airport in Tokyo on April 1, 2026.

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JAL ceremony for new employees

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani appears in a video message at a ceremony to welcome new employees of Japan Airlines group companies in a hangar at Haneda airport in Tokyo on April 1, 2026.

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JAL ceremony for new employees

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani appears in a video message at a ceremony to welcome new employees of Japan Airlines group companies in a hangar at Haneda airport in Tokyo on April 1, 2026.

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Japan: Crows Ruin Rapunzel’s Hair at Tokyo DisneySea

A shocking incident was witnessed at Tokyo DisneySea on April 1, as a couple of crows repeatedly pulled at the hair of a Rapunzel statue at the Rapunzel's Lantern Festival attraction, inspired by the movie Tangled. Despite the relentless pecking leaving her hair disheveled, the Rapunzel figure continued singing atop her tower, creating a surreal and oddly amusing scene. Some visitors expressed sympathy for the statue.

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"2 plus 2" Japan-France ministerial meeting

(from L) French Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs Minister Catherine Vautrin, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot, Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi and Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi pose for a photo prior to their "two-plus-two" ministerial meeting in Tokyo on April 1, 2026. (Pool photo)

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ARCHION Press Conference on Its Listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market on April 1

ARCHION Press Conference for Listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market on April 1. The photo shows, from left to right: Hetar Larigi, Representative Director and CFO; Karl Deppen, Representative Director, President, and CEO; and Satoshi Ogiso, Director and CTO.=April 1,2026,Tokyo

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ARCHION Press Conference on Its Listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market on April 1

ARCHION Press Conference for Listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market on April 1. The photo shows, from left to right, Karl Deppen, President and CEO, and Satoshi Ogiso, Director and CTO.=April 1,2026,Tokyo

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ARCHION Press Conference on Its Listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market on April 1

ARCHION Press Conference for Listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market on April 1. The photo shows, from left to right: Hetar Larigi, Representative Director and CFO; Karl Deppen, Representative Director, President, and CEO; and Satoshi Ogiso, Director and CTO.=April 1,2026,Tokyo

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ARCHION Press Conference on Its Listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market on April 1

ARCHION Press Conference for Listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market on April 1. The photo shows, from left to right: Hetar Larigi, Representative Director and CFO; Karl Deppen, Representative Director, President, and CEO; and Satoshi Ogiso, Director and CTO.=April 1,2026,Tokyo

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ARCHION Press Conference on Its Listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market on April 1

ARCHION Press Conference for Listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market on April 1. The photo shows, from left to right: Hetar Larigi, Representative Director and CFO; Karl Deppen, Representative Director, President, and CEO; and Satoshi Ogiso, Director and CTO.=April 1,2026,Tokyo

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US: Severe Storms Batter Western New York, Triggering Flooding and Road Closures 3

Severe thunderstorms swept through Western New York on Tuesday, March 31, bringing heavy rain, hail, lightning, and strong winds. The storms caused widespread flooding, power outages, and road closures across the region. A tornado warning was issued for parts of the area.

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Baseball: Guardians vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto (C) heads to the mound for the first inning of a baseball game against the Cleveland Guardians at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 1, 2026.

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US: Damaging Thunderstorms Sweep Through Northeast Ohio 2

Severe thunderstorms swept through Northeast Ohio on Tuesday, March 31, bringing intense lightning, gusty winds, hail, and heavy rain that downed trees and power lines, leaving thousands of customers without power. Tornado warnings were issued for parts of the area as damaging winds of 60 to 70 mph raced across the region.

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US: Damaging Thunderstorms Sweep Through Northeast Ohio

Severe thunderstorms swept through Northeast Ohio on Tuesday, March 31, bringing intense lightning, gusty winds, hail, and heavy rain that downed trees and power lines, leaving thousands of customers without power. Tornado warnings were issued for parts of the area as damaging winds of 60 to 70 mph raced across the region.

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US: Severe Storms Batter Western New York, Triggering Flooding and Road Closures 2

Severe thunderstorms swept through Western New York on Tuesday, March 31, bringing heavy rain, hail, lightning, and strong winds. The storms caused widespread flooding, power outages, and road closures across the region. A tornado warning was issued for parts of the area.

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Toyota Motor's ceremony for new employees

Kenta Kon, new president of Toyota Motor Corp., delivers a speech at a ceremony to welcome new employees in Toyota, Aichi Prefecture, central Japan, on April 1, 2026, the first day of the new business year.

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Toyota Motor's ceremony for new employees

Kenta Kon, new president of Toyota Motor Corp., delivers a speech at a ceremony to welcome new employees in Toyota, Aichi Prefecture, central Japan, on April 1, 2026, the first day of the new business year.

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Toyota Motor's ceremony for new employees

Kenta Kon, new president of Toyota Motor Corp., delivers a speech at a ceremony to welcome new employees in Toyota, Aichi Prefecture, central Japan, on April 1, 2026, the first day of the new business year.

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Football: Japan vs. England

The Japan team pose for photos before an international football friendly against England at Wembley Stadium in London on March 31, 2026.

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Football: Japan vs. England

The Japan team pose for photos before an international football friendly against England at Wembley Stadium in London on March 31, 2026.

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Football: Japan vs. England

The England team pose for photos before an international football friendly against Japan at Wembley Stadium in London on March 31, 2026.

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Toyota Motor's ceremony for new employees

Toyota Motor Corp. holds a ceremony to welcome new employees in Toyota, Aichi Prefecture, central Japan, on April 1, 2026, with its new president Kenta Kon making a speech on the stage.

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China: Cat Remains Still as Fur Catches Fire Beside Open Flame in Guangdong

On November 27, 2025, in Guangdong, China, the video captured a white cat sitting beside a small open fire used for warming. As the fire continued burning, the fur on the cat’s backside slowly caught fire and became visibly singed. Despite the fur being burned, the cat showed no immediate reaction and remained in the same position, seemingly unaware that its tail had already been damaged by the heat.

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US: Severe Storms Batter Western New York, Triggering Flooding and Road Closures

Severe thunderstorms swept through Western New York on Tuesday, March 31, bringing heavy rain, hail, lightning, and strong winds. The storms caused widespread flooding, power outages, and road closures across the region. A tornado warning was issued for parts of the area.

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Iran-Turkey border

People depart for Iran through the Kapikoy border crossing in eastern Turkey on March 24, 2026, following attacks launched by the United States and Israel on Iran.

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Iran-Turkey border

Women with suitcases depart for Iran through the Kapikoy border crossing in eastern Turkey on March 24, 2026, following attacks launched by the United States and Israel on Iran.

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US: Intense Lightning Strikes Northern Ohio as Severe Storms Sweep Through 2

Severe thunderstorms swept through northern Ohio on Tuesday, March 31, bringing intense lightning, gusty winds, hail, and heavy rain that downed trees and power lines, leaving thousands of customers without power. Tornado warnings were issued for parts of the area as damaging winds of 60 to 70 mph raced across the region.

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Japan Crown Princess Kiko at concert

Japanese Crown Princess Kiko (2nd from L) attends a concert for listeners of all ages, including infants, at a hall in Kawasaki in Kanagawa Prefecture, near Tokyo, on March 31, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Japan Crown Princess Kiko at concert

Japanese Crown Princess Kiko attends a concert for listeners of all ages, including infants, at a hall in Kawasaki in Kanagawa Prefecture, near Tokyo, on March 31, 2026. (Pool photo)

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[Breaking News]150-meter-tall fountain completed in Tokyo

TOKYO, Japan, March 29 Kyodo - Video taken on March 28, 2026, shows Tokyo Aqua Symphony, one of the world's largest fountains, at Odaiba Marine Park in Tokyo. The opening ceremony for the 150-meter-tall, 250-meter-wide fountain was held the same day, with Tokyo Gov. Yuriko Koike in attendance. (Kyodo)

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China: Swimming Coach Dives In to Save Drowning Woman at Beijing Pool in Seconds

This is the tense moment that a Chinese swimming coach reacted within seconds to rescue a drowning woman at a swimming pool in Beijing, preventing a potential tragedy. On March 21, 2026, in Beijing, China, the video captured a young woman was seen struggling in the water after accidentally getting into distress. As panic spread and calls for help echoed around the pool, swimming coach Mr. Song immediately noticed the situation. Without hesitation, he jumped into the pool and swam rapidly toward the victim. The footage showed him reaching the woman quickly, securing her, and guiding her safely back to the poolside while others watched anxiously. His swift judgment and decisive action were believed to have prevented the situation from escalating into a fatal incident. The video ended with the woman regaining her footing in the pool, standing steadily in the water and out of immediate danger.

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China: Stray Cat in Sichuan Caught on Camera Rolling Its Eyes

On November 6, 2025, in Sichuan, located in southwestern China's Sichuan province, a video captured a stray cat sitting inside a shop. It stared ahead with wide, alert eyes, before both eyes rolled upward, exposing the whites for an extended moment.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Sweeps Through Iowa Bringing Lightning, Heavy Rain, and Hail

A severe thunderstorm watch was issued for Iowa on Monday, March 30, as intense lightning, heavy rain, and hail swept through the area.

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Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) Astronaut Satoshi Furukawa's Retirement Press Conference

Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) holds a retirement press conference for astronaut Satoshi Furukawa.=March 30,2026,Japan

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Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) Astronaut Satoshi Furukawa's Retirement Press Conference

Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) holds a retirement press conference for astronaut Satoshi Furukawa.=March 30,2026,Japan

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Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) Astronaut Satoshi Furukawa's Retirement Press Conference

Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) holds a retirement press conference for astronaut Satoshi Furukawa.=March 30,2026,Japan

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Emperor meets with Indonesian president

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (R) and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto pose for a photo at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on March 30, 2026. (Pool photo)

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US: RDU Airport Terminal 1 Evacuated After Anonymous Threat

Terminal 1 of Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) was evacuated just before 4:30 a.m. on Monday, March 30, following an anonymous threat. Hundreds of passengers waited outside for about an hour before receiving the all-clear around 6 a.m. The rest of the airport remained operational throughout the incident.

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RECAP: Millions March Across America in Third “No Kings” Protest

On March 28, 2026, millions of Americans rallied across the United States for the third nationwide "No Kings" protest. With over 3,300 events from major cities to small towns, demonstrators spoke out against the Trump administration's immigration crackdown, the ongoing war in Iran, and what organizers call a dangerous rise in authoritarianism.

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Figure skating: ISU awards

Ilia Malinin of the United States poses for photos as he attends the ISU Figure Skating Awards ceremony in Prague on March 29, 2026, following the world figure skating championships.

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NFigure skating: ISU awards

Yuma Kagiyama of Japan poses for photos as he attends the ISU Figure Skating Awards ceremony in Prague on March 29, 2026, following the world championships.