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Tennis: Kei Nishikori

A woman holds copies of an extra edition of a newspaper handed out in Matsue in Shimane Prefecture, western Japan, after Japanese tennis icon and former world No. 4 Kei Nishikori, who hails from the town, said on social media he will retire at the end of the season.

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Tennis: Kei Nishikori

A woman holds copies of an extra edition of a newspaper handed out in Matsue in Shimane Prefecture, western Japan, after Japanese tennis icon and former world No. 4 Kei Nishikori, who hails from the town, said on social media he will retire at the end of the season.

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Tennis: Kei Nishikori

Photo taken on Aug. 14, 2016, shows Japan's Kei Nishikori holding his bronze medal during the awards ceremony for the men's singles at the Rio de Janeiro Olympics. On April 30, 2026, the Japanese tennis icon and former world No. 4 said on social media that he will retire at the end of the season.

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Tennis: Kei Nishikori

Photo taken in Melbourne on Jan. 13, 2026, shows Japan's Kei Nishikori practicing ahead of an Australian Open men's singles qualifier. On April 30, 2026, the Japanese tennis icon and former world No. 4 said on social media that he will retire at the end of the season.

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Tennis: Kei Nishikori

Photo taken on Sept. 8, 2014, shows Japan's Kei Nishikori in action against Marin Cilic of Croatia in their U.S. Open final in New York. On April 30, 2026, the Japanese tennis icon and former world No. 4 said on social media that he will retire at the end of the season.

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Tennis: Kei Nishikori

Photo taken on July 10, 2019, shows Japan's Kei Nishikori in action against Roger Federer of Switzerland in their Wimbledon quarterfinal in London. On April 30, 2026, the Japanese tennis icon and former world No. 4 said on social media that he will retire at the end of the season.

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Final press conference of U.S. Fed chief Powell

U.S. Federal Reserve Board Chair Jerome Powell holds his final press conference in Washington on April 29, 2026, capping his eight years as Fed chief with the key federal funds target rate on hold amid inflation concerns. He said after the two-day policy-setting meeting he will remain on the board for "a period of time" after his term ends in mid-May.

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China: Video Captures Boy Saving Baby Sister from Falling Off Bed in Hebei

On February 16, 2026, in Hebei, a video captured a boy sitting at the bedside and keeping an eye on his sister. Within seconds, her balance gave way and she slid toward the edge. The camera showed the boy react without hesitation. He leaned forward, extended both arms, and caught her just as her body passed the mattress line.

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China: Riderless E-Bike Keeps Rolling On Alone After Crash in Shandong

On April 22, 2026, in Weifang, Shandong, a video captured a man riding along the road when he accidentally crashed into another road user. The impact threw him off the vehicle. However, while the rider fell to the ground, the e-bike did not topple over. Instead, the unmanned bike remained upright and continued moving forward along the street until it eventually fell as well.

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Baseball: Cubs vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani gestures as he rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run in the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 26, 2026.

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Baseball: Cubs vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani gestures as he rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run in the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 26, 2026.

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Baseball: Cubs vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani gestures as he rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run in the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 26, 2026.

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Baseball: Cubs vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani gestures as he rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run in the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 26, 2026.

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Baseball: Cubs vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani gestures as he rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run in the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 26, 2026.

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Beijing motor show

He Xiaopeng, co-founder and CEO of Chinese carmaker Xpeng, speaks at a press conference during the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition in Beijing on April 24, 2026.

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Beijing motor show

He Xiaopeng, co-founder and CEO of Chinese carmaker Xpeng, speaks at a press conference during the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition in Beijing on April 24, 2026.

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China: Quick-Thinking Passerby Saves Baby From Stroller Staircase Fall

A passerby in Shangrao, China saved a baby on January 17, 2026, when a stroller tipped down a staircase. He instinctively extended his foot to cushion the fall, preventing serious injury.

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China: Delivery Worker Helps Stop Fire From Spreading in Ningbo

A food delivery rider in Ningbo, China interrupted his route on January 21, 2026, to fight a fire he encountered.A food delivery rider in Ningbo, China interrupted his route on January 21, 2026, to fight a fire he encountered. He calmly grabbed a nearby extinguisher and sprayed the flames, with local residents joining in. Together, they brought the fire under control before it could spread further.

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China: Man Scares Off Two Brown Bears From Apartment Building in Tibet

A man in Nagqu, Tibet, drove two brown bears out of a residential building on January 30, 2026, after the animals forced their way into a stairwell. He opened his door to lure the bears back down, then mimicked dog barking and made loud noises, causing them to hesitate and retreat. The bears eventually descended the stairs and left the building.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Giants

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani is pictured as he leaves the field after a loss to the San Francisco Giants in a baseball game at Oracle Park in San Francisco on April 21, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Giants

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani is pictured as he leaves the field after a loss to the San Francisco Giants in a baseball game at Oracle Park in San Francisco on April 21, 2026.

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China: Man Hurls Burning Gas Cylinder Out of Home, Bystander Shuts Valve by Hand

This is the heart-stopping moment that a Chinese resident hurled a burning liquefied gas cylinder out of his home as flames burst from the valve, triggering a chaotic scramble before another man intervened. On December 29, 2025, in Shandong, China, a household gas tank suddenly caught fire inside a room. As thick flames shot upward, a man rushed toward the cylinder, grabbed it with both hands and threw it out through the doorway to keep the blaze away from the house. He then snatched up a basin of water and prepared to douse the fire. Moments later, a second man approached calmly, stepped close to the still burning tank and quickly shut the valve by hand, stopping the fuel flow. The video ended with the flames fully extinguished and both men standing safely outside.

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China: Young Shepherd Boy Carries Lamb Across Stream in Guizhou

On April 6, 2026, in Bijie, Guizhou, a video captured a ten-year-old shepherd boy carefully stepping across a stream using scattered stones while holding a lamb securely in his arms. The boy moved slowly to keep his balance, showing patience and care as he ensured the young animal stayed safe from the flowing water. Behind him, the lamb’s mother trailed closely, appearing attentive and unwilling to leave her offspring, while a small dog accompanied them, adding to the pastoral scene.

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China: Heroic Bystander Leaps Into Water to Save Drowning Boy in Wenshan, Yunnan

On April 4, 2026, in Wenshan, Yunnan, a video captured 61-year-old Chen Shugang leaping into a lake to rescue a young boy who had been swept away by strong currents while playing near the water. He was aided by several residents who extended help from the bank. The video ended with the boy being safely pulled ashore.

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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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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Rockies

Los Angeles Dodgers starter Roki Sasaki (2nd from R) hands the ball to manager Dave Roberts as he leaves the mound during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies on April 19, 2026, at Coors Field in Denver, Colorado.

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IMFC meeting in Washington

Saudi Arabian Finance Minister Mohammed Al-Jadaan speaks during a press conference in Washington on Apri 17, 2026, following a meeting of the International Monetary and Financial Committee, which he chaired.

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Baseball: Blue Jays vs. Diamondbacks

Toronto Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto dons the home run jacket as he is congratulated by teammates in the dugout after hitting a solo home run in the third inning of a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona, on April 19, 2026.

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Baseball: Blue Jays vs. Diamondbacks

Toronto Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto dons the home run jacket as he is congratulated by teammates in the dugout after hitting a solo home run in the third inning of a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona, on April 19, 2026.

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Japan Emperor Naruhito at party

Japanese Emperor Naruhito is pictured as he leaves a dinner party for recipients of the Japan Prize at a hotel in Tokyo on April 14, 2026, following the award ceremony.

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Japan Emperor Naruhito at party

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (front, 2nd from R) is pictured as he leaves a dinner party for recipients of the Japan Prize at a hotel in Tokyo on April 14, 2026, following the award ceremony.

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Japan Emperor Naruhito at party

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (3rd from R) is pictured as he leaves a dinner party for recipients of the Japan Prize at a hotel in Tokyo on April 14, 2026, following the award ceremony.

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Baseball: Mets vs. Dodgers

Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers reacts as he pitches in a baseball game against the New York Mets at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 15, 2026, in his first pitching start without appearing in the batting lineup since the 2021 season.

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China: Pet Owner Reveals Unusual Two-Headed Bearded Dragon

This is the rare moment that a Chinese man presented an unusual two-headed bearded dragon, drawing attention as the reptile calmly moved with both heads sharing a single body. On December 8, 2025, in Hubei, China, the video captured a pet owner gently holding out his finger while the small reptile slowly crawled forward. The bearded dragon appeared to have two fully formed heads connected to one body, each head moving slightly independently as it balanced itself. The man kept his hand steady, allowing the creature to explore without disturbance. The reptile’s tiny claws gripped his finger as both heads looked around, creating a striking and rare visual. The video ended with the two-headed bearded dragon continuing to crawl calmly along the man’s finger as he observed it closely.

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Japan's top admiral to visit S. Korea

Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force Chief of Staff Adm. Akira Saito holds a press conference at the Defense Ministry in Tokyo on April 14, 2026, saying he will visit Seoul on April 15-16 to hold talks with his counterparts from South Korea and the United States.

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Figure skating: Kagiyama announces break from competitive figure skating

Photo shows Yuma Kagiyama of Japan performing in the men's figure skating at the Milan Cortina Olympics in Milan on Feb. 13, 2026, en route to winning silver. Kagiyama posted on his social media account on April 13 that he will take a break from competitive figure skating for the 2026-2027 season.

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Figure skating: Kagiyama announces break from competitive figure skating

Japanese Olympic silver medalist Yuma Kagiyama posts on his social media account on April 13, 2026, that he would take a break from competitive figure skating for the 2026-2027 season. Kagiyama won silver in the men's figure skating at the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics and the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.

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Figure skating: Kagiyama announces break from competitive figure skating

Photo shows Japanese figure skater Yuma Kagiyama performing in the men's free program at the world figure skating championships in Prague on March 28, 2026. He posted on his social media account on April 13, 2026, that he would take a break from competitive figure skating for the 2026-2027 season.

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Figure skating: Kagiyama announces break from competitive figure skating

Photo taken in Milan on Feb. 13, 2026, shows Japanese figure skater Yuma Kagiyama who won silver in the men's figure skating at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics. He posted on his social media account on April 13, 2026, that he would take a break from competitive figure skating for the 2026-2027 season.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Mets

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (R) reaches first base after being hit by a pitch in the first inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 13, 2026. He extended his on-base streak to 47 games.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Mets

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (C) reaches first base after being hit by a pitch in the first inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 13, 2026. He extended his on-base streak to 47 games.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Mets

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani grimaces in pain after being hit by a pitch in the first inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 13, 2026. He extended his on-base streak to 47 games.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Mets

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani runs to first base after being hit by a pitch in the first inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on April 13, 2026. He extended his on-base streak to 47 games.

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