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Ukraine karateka regains Tokyo Olympics bronze medal

2021 Tokyo Olympics karate bronze medalist Stanislav Horuna of Ukraine is pictured on April 5, 2026, in Tokyo with his medal that he regained after auctioning it off in 2022 to help with the war against Russia. A Tokyo man who bought the medal had intended to return it after the war's end but decided on an early return as the war drags on.

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Ukraine karateka regains Tokyo Olympics bronze medal

2021 Tokyo Olympics karate bronze medalist Stanislav Horuna (2nd from R) of Ukraine is pictured on April 5, 2026, in Tokyo with his medal that he regained after auctioning it off in 2022 to help with the war against Russia. A Tokyo man who bought the medal had intended to return it after the war's end but decided on an early return as the war drags on.

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Japan: Man Arrested After Setting Fire at Iconic Shibuya Scramble Crossing

A man in his 50s scattered a flammable liquid and set it on fire at the iconic Shibuya Scramble Crossing on Friday, April 3. He turned himself in at a nearby police station about 20 minutes later, and was arrested on suspicion of obstructing traffic. The fire was put out by police officers and no one was hurt.

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JFA to part ways with women's national coach Nielsen

Norio Sasaki, a Japan Football Association senior official in charge of the women's national team, holds a press conference in Tokyo on April 2, 2026, after the JFA decided not to renew Nils Nielsen's contract as the team's head coach, less than two weeks after he guided them to the Women's Asian Cup title.

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JFA to part ways with women's national coach Nielsen

Japan Football Association President Tsuneyasu Miyamoto holds a press conference in Tokyo on April 2, 2026, after the JFA decided not to renew Nils Nielsen's contract as the women's national team head coach, less than two weeks after he guided them to the Women's Asian Cup title.

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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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Astronaut Furukawa to leave JAXA

Japanese astronaut Satoshi Furukawa, 61, receives a bouquet at the end of a press conference in Tokyo on March 30, 2026, after announcing he will leave the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency the next day. A qualified doctor, Furukawa undertook two long-term missions at the International Space Station -- in 2011 and from 2023 to 2024 -- while employed by JAXA.

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Astronaut Furukawa to leave JAXA

Japanese astronaut Satoshi Furukawa, 61, holds a press conference in Tokyo on March 30, 2026, announcing he will leave the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency the next day. A qualified doctor, Furukawa undertook two long-term missions at the International Space Station -- in 2011 and from 2023 to 2024 -- while employed by JAXA.

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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.

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Figure skating: World championships in Prague

Kaori Sakamoto of Japan waves to the crowd as he leaves the link after the exhibition gala of the world figure skating championships in Prague on March 29, 2026.

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SoftBank Group Chairman Son in Ohio

SoftBank Group Corp. Chairman Masayoshi Son speaks to reporters in Piketon, Ohio, on March 20, 2026, as he attends a groundbreaking ceremony for a gas-fired power plant.

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Spring Grand Sumo Tournament

Sekiwake Kirishima (R) waves to fans during a parade held after he won the 15-day Spring Grand Sumo Tournament at Edion Arena Osaka in Osaka on March 22, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani meets the press after a game against the San Francisco Giants in spring training in Glendale, Arizona, on March 18, 2026. He made his first pitching appearance of the year, throwing 4-1/3 shutout innings, striking out four and allowing one hit.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (C) is greeted by teammates in the dugout after leaving the mound in a game against San Francisco Giants in spring training in Glendale, Arizona, on March 18, 2026. He made his first pitching appearance of the year, throwing 4-1/3 shutout innings, striking out four and allowing one hit.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani heads to the mound during a game against San Francisco Giants in spring training in Glendale, Arizona, on March 18, 2026. He made his first pitching appearance of the year, throwing 4-1/3 shutout innings, striking out four and allowing one hit.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani heads to the mound during a game against San Francisco Giants in spring training in Glendale, Arizona, on March 18, 2026. He made his first pitching appearance of the year, throwing 4-1/3 shutout innings, striking out four and allowing one hit.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (2nd from R) leaves the mound after making his first pitching appearance of the year in spring training against San Francisco Giants in Glendale, Arizona, on March 18, 2026. He threw 4-1/3 shutout innings, striking out four and allowing one hit.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani leaves the mound after making his first pitching appearance of the year in spring training against San Francisco Giants in Glendale, Arizona, on March 18, 2026. He threw 4-1/3 shutout innings, striking out four and allowing one hit.

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US: Camera Captures People Fleeing After Shooting at Santa Monica Pier

A shooting broke out after a large fight erupted among multiple individuals at the Santa Monica Pier in California on Sunday night, March 15, sending bystanders scrambling for safety. Two people were injured — one shot in the arm, the other suffering a graze wound. The second victim was later identified as the suspected shooter, Jaysawn Williams, 18, of Rialto. He was arrested and booked on charges of assault with a firearm. This video was shot from Pacific Plaza Santa Monica Apartments in front of the pier, capturing people running for safety. The video was recorded at 9:00 p.m.

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Memorial ceremony for Japanese golf legend Ozaki

People gather at a memorial ceremony in Tokyo for professional golfer Masashi "Jumbo" Ozaki on March 16, 2026. He died in December 2025 aged 78 after scoring 112 wins, the most for a Japanese player, including 94 on the Japan Golf Tour.

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CORRECTED: Milan Cortina Paralympics: Alpine skiing

Para alpine skier Jeroen Kampschreur of the Netherlands reacts after finishing the men's alpine combined sitting slalom run at the Milan Cortina Paralympics on March 10, 2026, at Tofane Alpine Skiing Center in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. He won gold in the event.

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CORRECTED: Milan Cortina Paralympics: Alpine skiing

Para alpine skier Jeroen Kampschreur of the Netherlands reacts after finishing the men's alpine combined sitting slalom run at the Milan Cortina Paralympics on March 10, 2026, at Tofane Alpine Skiing Center in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. He won gold in the event.

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CORRECTED: Milan Cortina Paralympics: Alpine skiing

Para alpine skier Jeroen Kampschreur of the Netherlands competes in the men's alpine combined sitting slalom run at the Milan Cortina Paralympics on March 10, 2026, at Tofane Alpine Skiing Center in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. He won gold in the event.

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CORRECTED: Milan Cortina Paralympics: Alpine skiing

Para alpine skier Jeroen Kampschreur of the Netherlands competes in the men's alpine combined sitting super-G run at the Milan Cortina Paralympics on March 10, 2026, at Tofane Alpine Skiing Center in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. He won gold in the event.

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CORRECTED: Milan Cortina Paralympics: Alpine skiing

Para alpine skier Jeroen Kampschreur of the Netherlands competes in the men's alpine combined sitting slalom run at the Milan Cortina Paralympics on March 10, 2026, at Tofane Alpine Skiing Center in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. He won gold in the event.

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China: Quick-Thinking Man Catches Dog Falling From Two-Story Rooftop in Sichuan

On March 11, 2026, in Nanchong, Sichuan, China, a man caught a small dog mid-air after it leapt off a two-story rooftop. Reacting instantly, he stretched out his arms and made the catch just in time, leaving the dog unharmed.

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Japan players greet Masataka Yoshida (front, 2nd from L) after he hit a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Japan players greet Masataka Yoshida (34) after he hit a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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Figure skating: Junior world championships

Seo Min Kyu of South Korea performs in the men's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 6, 2026. He won silver.

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Figure skating: Junior world championships

Seo Min Kyu of South Korea performs in the men's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 6, 2026. He won silver.

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Figure skating: Junior world championships

Seo Min Kyu of South Korea performs in the men's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 6, 2026. He won silver.

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Figure skating: Junior world championships

Rio Nakata of Japan performs in the men's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 6, 2026. He won gold.

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Figure skating: Junior world championships

Rio Nakata of Japan performs in the men's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 6, 2026. He won gold.

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Figure skating: Junior world championships

Rio Nakata of Japan performs in the men's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 6, 2026. He won gold.

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Figure skating: Junior world championships

Rio Nakata of Japan performs in the men's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 6, 2026. He won gold.

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Figure skating: Junior world championships

Rio Nakata of Japan performs in the men's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 6, 2026. He won gold.

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Figure skating: Junior world championships

Rio Nakata of Japan poses after winning gold in the men's event at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 6, 2026. He won gold.

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Figure skating: Junior world championships

Rio Nakata of Japan poses after winning gold in the men's event at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 6, 2026. He won gold.

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Figure skating: Junior world championships

Taiga Nishino of Japan performs in the men's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 6, 2026. He won bronze.

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Figure skating: Junior world championships

Taiga Nishino of Japan performs in the men's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 6, 2026. He won bronze.

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Figure skating: Junior world championships

Taiga Nishino of Japan performs in the men's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 6, 2026. He won bronze.

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Figure skating: Junior world championships

Taiga Nishino of Japan performs in the men's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 6, 2026. He won bronze.

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Figure skating: Junior world championships

Rio Nakata of Japan performs in the men's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 6, 2026. He won gold.

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Figure skating: Junior world championships

Rio Nakata of Japan performs in the men's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 6, 2026. He won gold.

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Figure skating: Junior world championships

Rio Nakata of Japan performs in the men's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 6, 2026. He won gold.

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Figure skating: Junior world championships

Rio Nakata of Japan performs in the men's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 6, 2026. He won gold.

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Figure skating: Junior world championships

Rio Nakata of Japan performs in the men's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 6, 2026. He won gold.

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Figure skating: Junior world championships

Rio Nakata of Japan performs in the men's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 6, 2026. He won gold.

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Figure skating: Junior world championships

Rio Nakata of Japan performs in the men's free program at the figure skating junior world championships in Tallinn, Estonia, on March 6, 2026. He won gold.