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[Breaking News]Football: 2026 World Cup

NASHVILLE, United States, June 22 Kyodo - Japan football World Cup squad poses for a team photo at its training camp in the suburbs of Nashville, Tennessee, on June 22, 2026. (Kyodo)

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Football: Japan players departing for Mexico

NARITA, Japan, June 3 Kyodo - Members of the Japan men's national football team are seen at Narita airport in Chiba Prefecture, near Tokyo, on June 2, 2026, ahead of their departure for a pre-World Cup camp in Monterrey, Mexico. (Kyodo)

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Twins

Baseball: Dodgers vs. Twins

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani prepares for his at-bat in the second inning of a baseball game against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on June 23, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Twins

Baseball: Dodgers vs. Twins

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani prepares for his at-bat in the second inning of a baseball game against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on June 23, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Portugal's starting XI pose for a team photo ahead of a World Cup Group K football match against Uzbekistan at Houston Stadium in Houston on June 23, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Uzbekistan's starting XI pose for a team photo ahead of a World Cup Group K football match against Portugal at Houston Stadium in Houston on June 23, 2026.

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Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. New “Kicks” Launch Event

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. New “Kicks” Launch Event

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. unveils the new “Kicks.” Akira Sugimoto, Executive in Charge of Marketing & Sales for Japan, provides an explanation.=June 17,2026,Tokyo

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Japan emperor in Brussels

Japan emperor in Brussels

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (standing, L), Empress Masako (sitting, R), Belgium's King Philippe and Queen Mathilde pose for a photo ahead of a state banquet at the Palace of Laeken in Brussels on June 23, 2026, held as part of the Japanese imperial couple's official visit to Belgium. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor in Brussels

Japan emperor in Brussels

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (standing, L), Empress Masako (sitting, R), Belgium's King Philippe and Queen Mathilde pose for a photo ahead of a state banquet at the Palace of Laeken in Brussels on June 23, 2026, held as part of the Japanese imperial couple's official visit to Belgium. (Pool photo)

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

England's Elliot Anderson (L) and Ghana's Caleb Yirenkyi vie for the ball in the first half of a World Cup Group L football match at Boston Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, on June 23, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

England's Elliot Anderson (R) and Ghana's Jordan Ayew vie for the ball in the second half of a World Cup Group L football match at Boston Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, on June 23, 2026.

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Japan emperor in Brussels

Japan emperor in Brussels

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (L) and Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever pose for a photo at the prime minister's office in Brussels on June 23, 2026, during the emperor's official visit to Belgium. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (2nd from L) and Empress Masako (far R) pose for a photo with Belgium's King Philippe and Queen Mathilde at the Royal Palace of Brussels on June 23, 2026, during an official welcome ceremony in Brussels as part of the Japanese imperial couple's official visit.

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (2nd from L) and Empress Masako (far R) pose for a photo with Belgium's King Philippe and Queen Mathilde at the Royal Palace of Brussels on June 23, 2026, during an official welcome ceremony in Brussels as part of the Japanese imperial couple's official visit.

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (2nd from L) and Empress Masako (far R) pose for a photo with Belgium's King Philippe and Queen Mathilde at the Royal Palace of Brussels on June 23, 2026, during an official welcome ceremony in Brussels as part of the Japanese imperial couple's official visit.

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (C, L) and Empress Masako (far L) pose for a photo with Belgium's King Philippe and Queen Mathilde outside the Royal Palace of Brussels on June 23, 2026, during an official welcome ceremony for the Japanese imperial couple as part of their official visit to Belgium. (Pool photo)

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Ghana's starting XI pose for a team photo ahead of a World Cup Group L football match against England at Boston Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, on June 23, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

England's starting XI pose for a team photo ahead of a World Cup Group L football match against Ghana at Boston Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, on June 23, 2026.

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US: Possible Scud Clouds Spotted in Smithton, Pennsylvania

The National Weather Service issued a Tornado Warning and a Flash Flood Warning for Southwestern Pennsylvania on Monday, June 22. This video shows ominous clouds in Smithton, which the NWS later described as most likely scud clouds being pulled into a storm's updraft.

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China: Passing Water Sprinkler Truck Helps Extinguish Burning Cargo Truck in Hubei

A cargo truck caught fire on a street in Hubei province, China, on May 11, 2026, with flames spreading rapidly due to a load of cardboard boxes. A passing water sprinkler truck stopped to spray the vehicle and repositioned itself for better coverage before fire engines arrived to help bring the blaze under control.

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UK: Major Fire Breaks Out at Recycling Plant in Widnes

A major incident declared following a huge fire at a recycling plant in Widnes on Monday, June 22, has been stood down. More than 450 tonnes of cardboard burned, causing multiple explosions, while smoke was visible for miles.

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Japan industry minister Akazawa and IAEA chief Grossi

Japan industry minister Akazawa and IAEA chief Grossi

Japanese Economy, Trade and Industry Minister Ryosei Akazawa (L) and International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael Grossi pose for a photo after signing a memorandum of cooperation on the development of small modular reactors (SMRs) and other issues at the ministry in Tokyo on June 23, 2026.

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Japan industry minister Akazawa and IAEA chief Grossi

Japan industry minister Akazawa and IAEA chief Grossi

Japanese Economy, Trade and Industry Minister Ryosei Akazawa (L) and International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael Grossi pose for a photo after signing a memorandum of cooperation on the development of small modular reactors (SMRs) and other issues at the ministry in Tokyo on June 23, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Japan's football World Cup squad poses for a team photo at its training camp in the suburbs of Nashville, Tennessee, on June 22, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Japan football World Cup squad poses for a team photo at its training camp in the suburbs of Nashville, Tennessee, on June 22, 2026.

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Japan's Princess Aiko

Japan's Princess Aiko

Japan's Princess Aiko arrives at Suntory Hall in Tokyo on June 22, 2026, for a special concert by the Japan Philharmonic Orchestra commemorating its 70th anniversary. (Pool photo)

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Japan's Princess Aiko

Japan's Princess Aiko

Japan's Princess Aiko arrives at Suntory Hall in Tokyo on June 22, 2026, for a special concert by the Japan Philharmonic Orchestra commemorating its 70th anniversary. (Pool photo)

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Japan's Princess Aiko

Japan's Princess Aiko

Japan's Princess Aiko arrives at Suntory Hall in Tokyo on June 22, 2026, for a special concert by the Japan Philharmonic Orchestra commemorating its 70th anniversary. (Pool photo)

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Japan's Princess Aiko

Japan's Princess Aiko

Japan's Princess Aiko arrives at Suntory Hall in Tokyo on June 22, 2026, for a special concert by the Japan Philharmonic Orchestra commemorating its 70th anniversary. (Pool photo)

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Japan's Princess Aiko

Japan's Princess Aiko

Japan's Princess Aiko arrives at Suntory Hall in Tokyo on June 22, 2026, for a special concert by the Japan Philharmonic Orchestra commemorating its 70th anniversary. (Pool photo)

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Japan's Princess Aiko

Japan's Princess Aiko

Japan's Princess Aiko arrives at Suntory Hall in Tokyo on June 22, 2026, for a special concert by the Japan Philharmonic Orchestra commemorating its 70th anniversary. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Photo taken on June 22, 2026, shows the Palace of Laeken in Brussels where Belgian King Philippe and Queen Mathilde will host a banquet the following day for Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako.

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Photo taken on June 22, 2026, shows the Palace of Laeken in Brussels where Belgian King Philippe and Queen Mathilde will host a banquet the following day for Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Photo taken on June 22, 2026, shows the Palace of Laeken in Brussels where Belgian King Philippe and Queen Mathilde will host a banquet the following day for Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako. (Pool photo)

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Argentina's starting XI pose for a team photo before a World Cup Group J football match against Austria at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on June 22, 2026.

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Japan emperor, empress in Belgium

Japan emperor, empress in Belgium

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (front row, 2nd from R) and Empress Masako (front row, 2nd from L) pose for a photo with Belgium's King Philippe (front row, far L) and Queen Mathilde (front row, far R) at the Royal Castle of Ciergnon in Houyet, southern Belgium, a residence and summer retreat of the Belgian royal family, on June 21, 2026. Standing behind them are (from R to L) Prince Gabriel, Princess Elisabeth, Princess Eleonore and Prince Emmanuel. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress in Belgium

Japan emperor, empress in Belgium

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (front row, 2nd from R) and Empress Masako (front row, 2nd from L) pose for a photo with Belgium's King Philippe (front row, far L) and Queen Mathilde (front row, far R) at the Royal Castle of Ciergnon in Houyet, southern Belgium, a residence and summer retreat of the Belgian royal family, on June 21, 2026. Standing behind them are (from R to L) Prince Gabriel, Princess Elisabeth, Princess Eleonore and Prince Emmanuel. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (2nd from R) and Empress Masako (2nd from L) pose for a photo with Belgian King Philippe and Queen Mathilde after arriving at the Palace of Laeken in Brussels on June 22, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (2nd from R) and Empress Masako (2nd from L) pose for a photo with Belgian King Philippe and Queen Mathilde after arriving at the Palace of Laeken in Brussels on June 22, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Nikkei rises above 72,000 for 1st time

Nikkei rises above 72,000 for 1st time

A financial monitor in Tokyo shows the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average closing above 72,000 for the first time on June 22, 2026.

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Nikkei rises above 72,000 for 1st time

Nikkei rises above 72,000 for 1st time

A financial monitor in Tokyo shows the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average closing above 72,000 for the first time on June 22, 2026.

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Nikkei rises above 72,000 for 1st time

Nikkei rises above 72,000 for 1st time

A financial monitor in Tokyo shows the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average closing above 72,000 for the first time on June 22, 2026.

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China: Tourists Rescue Elderly Couple From Overturned Car in Tibet

On May 31, 2026, at a viewing platform along the Nujiang Grand Canyon in Baxu County, Chamdo, Tibet, passing tourists stopped to rescue a 70-year-old couple whose car had overturned during a self-driving trip. It took about 20 minutes to free the couple from the vehicle, who were then taken to hospital for treatment.

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New official car for Japanese prime minister

New official car for Japanese prime minister

Photo taken on June 22, 2026, shows a Century SUV of Toyota Motor Corp. at the prime minister's office in Tokyo. It is a new official car for Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

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New official car for Japanese prime minister

New official car for Japanese prime minister

Photo taken on June 22, 2026, shows a Century SUV of Toyota Motor Corp. at the prime minister's office in Tokyo. It is a new official car for Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

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New official car for Japanese prime minister

New official car for Japanese prime minister

A Century SUV of Toyota Motor Corp. is pictured in front of the parliament building in Tokyo on June 22, 2026. It is a new official car for Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

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US: Woman Killed, Dozens Injured in Semi-Truck Crash on 210 Freeway in California

A semi-truck crashed through the center divider on the 210 Freeway in Irwindale, California, on Saturday, June 20, killing one woman and injuring at least 32 others. All westbound lanes and three eastbound lanes were closed for several hours before reopening.

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Nikkei rises above 72,000 for 1st time

Nikkei rises above 72,000 for 1st time

A financial monitor in central Tokyo shows the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average trading above 72,000 for the first time during morning trading on June 22, 2026.

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Nikkei rises above 72,000 for 1st time

Nikkei rises above 72,000 for 1st time

A financial monitor in central Tokyo shows the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average trading above 72,000 for the first time during morning trading on June 22, 2026.

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Japan emperor, empress in Belgium

Japan emperor, empress in Belgium

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (2nd from R) and Empress Masako (2nd from L) pose for a photo with Belgium's King Philippe and Queen Mathilde at the Royal Castle of Ciergnon in Houyet, southern Belgium, a residence and summer retreat of the Belgian royal family, on June 21, 2026. (Pool photo)

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