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China: Veteran Rescues Driver from Sinking Car in Jiangsu 2

On October 14, 2025, in Taizhou, Jiangsu, a retired soldier jumped into a river and smashed a car window with a brick to save a trapped driver, pulling them to safety as bystanders watched.

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Nigeria: Police Use Tear Gas on Protesters Demanding Nnamdi Kanu’s Release

Nigerian police fired tear gas to disperse demonstrators who gathered in the capital, Abuja, on Monday, October 20, demanding the release of separatist leader Nnamdi Kanu. The #FreeNnamdiKanu protests oppose the continued detention of Kanu, who remains in custody since 2021 on terrorism charges.

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China: Tourists and Locals Rescue Yaks from Mud Pit in Qinghai

In Qinghai, China, tourists and locals joined forces with an excavator operator to rescue four yaks stuck in deep mud on September 30, 2025. After spotting the trapped animals, the tourists alerted a herdsman and enlisted help from a nearby construction site. Working for nearly an hour, they freed all four yaks safely. The herdsman said the rescue prevented losses of over RMB 40,000.

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US: Gold Fire Spurs Evacuation Order Near Big Bear, California

The Gold Fire, a brush fire in the San Bernardino County area of Holcomb Valley near Big Bear, erupted Monday morning, August 4. No structures have been threatened, but evacuation order was in effect for the Holcomb Campground as firefighters continued to battle the blaze.

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US: Severe Weather Brings Heavy Rain, Causing Flash Flooding in Iowa 2

Severe weather swept through Iowa on Friday, July 11, bringing the threat of tornadoes and flash flooding to the area. At Iowa Speedway in Newton, the IndyCar practice session was suspended due to a tornado warning. This video shows flooded roads in Davenport.

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US: Strong Winds, Heavy Rain Lash Philadelphia Region 2

Severe thunderstorms moved across Pennsylvania on Monday, June 30, bringing heavy rains and strong winds to affected areas, including the Philadelphia region, and prompting flash flood warnings.

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Australia: Record Flooding Batters Northern NSW After Heavy Rainfall 7

Flooding has battered cities and towns across the Mid-North Coast and the Hunter Region in northern New South Wales, leaving many residents stranded or forced to evacuate after days of heavy rainfall. In the city of Taree, the Manning River surpassed its 1929 record of six meters and was still rising as of Wednesday morning, May 21. Authorities have issued 13 emergency-level alerts. This video shows a man trying to save his mowers from the flooding.

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US: Greer Fire in Eastern Arizona Prompts Evacuations, Road Closures

A wildfire raged in Greer, Eastern Arizona, on Tuesday, May 13, burning over 3,600 acres. The fire prompted evacuations and road closures and reportedly destroyed multiple structures.

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Study Group on Deterring Online Casino Access

Study group on deterring online casino access. Photo shows Hironobu Yumoto, Director-General of the Telecommunications Infrastructure Bureau, Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications.=April 23,2025,Tokyo

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Study Group on Deterring Online Casino Access

Study group on deterring online casino access. Photo shows Hironobu Yumoto, Director-General of the Telecommunications Infrastructure Bureau, Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications.=April 23,2025,Tokyo

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Indonesia: Overflowing Ciliwung River Causes Widespread Flooding In Jakarta

The Ciliwung River overflowed due to heavy rainfall, triggering flash floods in South and East Jakarta on Monday, March 3. Residents in Kampung Melayu Village, East Jakarta, were evacuated as floodwaters rose.

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US: Pileup Closes Interstate 70 In Southern Illinois

A multiple-car pileup occurred on Interstate 70 near Greenup, Illinois, on Sunday, January 5, forcing the closure of the highway in both directions.

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US: 2 Dead, 19 Injured In Small Plane Crash Near Fullerton Airport

Two people were killed, and 19 others were injured following a small plane crash near Fullerton Airport in Orange County on Thursday, January 2.

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Japan internal affairs minister Murakami

Japanese Internal Affairs and Communications Minister Seiichiro Murakami speaks at a press conference at the ministry in Tokyo on Dec. 24, 2024.

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UK: Storm Bert Triggers Severe Flooding Across England And Wales 2

Storm Bert struck England and Wales on Saturday, November 23, bringing heavy rain, power outages, and traffic disruptions, while triggering severe flooding in multiple regions. Over 100 flood warnings were issued across the UK. This video shows the rising river in Ludlow, Shropshire.

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US: Cold Front Brings Snow, Low Temperatures To Northern Utah

A winter weather advisory was in effect for northern Utah on Saturday, November 16, as a cold front moved through, bringing snow and low temperatures to the area.

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Rising Food Prices in Japan

ICHINOMIYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 4, 2024 - Citizens shop at a supermarket in Ichinomiya city, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 4, 2024. Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications released data in late October showed that in September, Japan's core consumption index rose for 37 consecutive months, and food prices became the primary driving force to promote CPI upward.

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Rising Food Prices in Japan

ICHINOMIYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 4, 2024 - Citizens shop at a supermarket in Ichinomiya city, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 4, 2024. Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications released data in late October showed that in September, Japan's core consumption index rose for 37 consecutive months, and food prices became the primary driving force to promote CPI upward.

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Rising Food Prices in Japan

ICHINOMIYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 4, 2024 - Citizens shop at a supermarket in Ichinomiya city, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 4, 2024. Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications released data in late October showed that in September, Japan's core consumption index rose for 37 consecutive months, and food prices became the primary driving force to promote CPI upward.

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Rising Food Prices in Japan

ICHINOMIYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 4, 2024 - Citizens shop at a supermarket in Ichinomiya city, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 4, 2024. Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications released data in late October showed that in September, Japan's core consumption index rose for 37 consecutive months, and food prices became the primary driving force to promote CPI upward.

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Rising Food Prices in Japan

ICHINOMIYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 4, 2024 - Citizens shop at a supermarket in Ichinomiya city, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 4, 2024. Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications released data in late October showed that in September, Japan's core consumption index rose for 37 consecutive months, and food prices became the primary driving force to promote CPI upward.

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Rising Food Prices in Japan

ICHINOMIYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 4, 2024 - Citizens shop at a supermarket in Ichinomiya city, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 4, 2024. Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications released data in late October showed that in September, Japan's core consumption index rose for 37 consecutive months, and food prices became the primary driving force to promote CPI upward.

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Rising Food Prices in Japan

ICHINOMIYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 4, 2024 - Citizens shop at a supermarket in Ichinomiya city, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 4, 2024. Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications released data in late October showed that in September, Japan's core consumption index rose for 37 consecutive months, and food prices became the primary driving force to promote CPI upward.

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Rising Food Prices in Japan

ICHINOMIYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 4, 2024 - Citizens shop at a supermarket in Ichinomiya city, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 4, 2024. Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications released data in late October showed that in September, Japan's core consumption index rose for 37 consecutive months, and food prices became the primary driving force to promote CPI upward.

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Rising Food Prices in Japan

ICHINOMIYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 4, 2024 - Citizens shop at a supermarket in Ichinomiya city, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 4, 2024. Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications released data in late October showed that in September, Japan's core consumption index rose for 37 consecutive months, and food prices became the primary driving force to promote CPI upward.

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Rising Food Prices in Japan

ICHINOMIYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 4, 2024 - Citizens shop at a supermarket in Ichinomiya city, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 4, 2024. Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications released data in late October showed that in September, Japan's core consumption index rose for 37 consecutive months, and food prices became the primary driving force to promote CPI upward.

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Rising Food Prices in Japan

ICHINOMIYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 4, 2024 - Citizens shop at a supermarket in Ichinomiya city, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 4, 2024. Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications released data in late October showed that in September, Japan's core consumption index rose for 37 consecutive months, and food prices became the primary driving force to promote CPI upward.

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Rising Food Prices in Japan

ICHINOMIYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 4, 2024 - Citizens shop at a supermarket in Ichinomiya city, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 4, 2024. Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications released data in late October showed that in September, Japan's core consumption index rose for 37 consecutive months, and food prices became the primary driving force to promote CPI upward.

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Rising Food Prices in Japan

ICHINOMIYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 4, 2024 - Citizens shop at a supermarket in Ichinomiya city, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 4, 2024. Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications released data in late October showed that in September, Japan's core consumption index rose for 37 consecutive months, and food prices became the primary driving force to promote CPI upward.

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Rising Food Prices in Japan

ICHINOMIYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 4, 2024 - Citizens shop at a supermarket in Ichinomiya city, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 4, 2024. Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications released data in late October showed that in September, Japan's core consumption index rose for 37 consecutive months, and food prices became the primary driving force to promote CPI upward.

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Rising Food Prices in Japan

ICHINOMIYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 4, 2024 - Citizens shop at a supermarket in Ichinomiya city, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 4, 2024. Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications released data in late October showed that in September, Japan's core consumption index rose for 37 consecutive months, and food prices became the primary driving force to promote CPI upward.

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Rising Food Prices in Japan

ICHINOMIYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 4, 2024 - Citizens shop at a supermarket in Ichinomiya city, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 4, 2024. Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications released data in late October showed that in September, Japan's core consumption index rose for 37 consecutive months, and food prices became the primary driving force to promote CPI upward.

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Rising Food Prices in Japan

ICHINOMIYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 4, 2024 - Citizens shop at a supermarket in Ichinomiya city, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 4, 2024. Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications released data in late October showed that in September, Japan's core consumption index rose for 37 consecutive months, and food prices became the primary driving force to promote CPI upward.

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Rising Food Prices in Japan

ICHINOMIYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 4, 2024 - Citizens shop at a supermarket in Ichinomiya city, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 4, 2024. Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications released data in late October showed that in September, Japan's core consumption index rose for 37 consecutive months, and food prices became the primary driving force to promote CPI upward.

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Rising Food Prices in Japan

ICHINOMIYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 4, 2024 - Citizens shop at a supermarket in Ichinomiya city, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 4, 2024. Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications released data in late October showed that in September, Japan's core consumption index rose for 37 consecutive months, and food prices became the primary driving force to promote CPI upward.

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Rising Food Prices in Japan

ICHINOMIYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 4, 2024 - Citizens shop at a supermarket in Ichinomiya city, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 4, 2024. Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications released data in late October showed that in September, Japan's core consumption index rose for 37 consecutive months, and food prices became the primary driving force to promote CPI upward.

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Rising Food Prices in Japan

ICHINOMIYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 4, 2024 - Citizens shop at a supermarket in Ichinomiya city, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 4, 2024. Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications released data in late October showed that in September, Japan's core consumption index rose for 37 consecutive months, and food prices became the primary driving force to promote CPI upward.

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Rising Food Prices in Japan

ICHINOMIYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 4, 2024 - Citizens shop at a supermarket in Ichinomiya city, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 4, 2024. Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications released data in late October showed that in September, Japan's core consumption index rose for 37 consecutive months, and food prices became the primary driving force to promote CPI upward.

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Japan's new internal affairs minister Murakami

Seiichiro Murakami, Japan's new internal affairs and communications minister, speaks at a press conference at the ministry in Tokyo on Oct. 2, 2024.

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Japan's new internal affairs minister Murakami

Seiichiro Murakami, Japan's new internal affairs and communications minister, speaks at a press conference at the ministry in Tokyo on Oct. 2, 2024.

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US: Crater Road Fire In Maui Burns More Than 400 Acres

The Crater Road Fire, a brush fire that erupted on Wednesday, July 10, has burned over 400 acres one mile from the Haleakala National Park entrance In Hawaii's Maui island. Staff residents of the park were evacuated on Thursday. Crews were battling the fire since Wednesday evening but were able to contain 50% of the blaze as of 17:30 on Thursday.

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US: Crater Road Fire In Maui Burns More Than 400 Acres 3

The Crater Road Fire, a brush fire that erupted on Wednesday, July 10, has burned over 400 acres one mile from the Haleakala National Park entrance In Hawaii's Maui island. Staff residents of the park were evacuated on Thursday. Crews were battling the fire since Wednesday evening but were able to contain 50% of the blaze as of 17:30 on Thursday.

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US: Crater Road Fire In Maui Burns More Than 400 Acres 2

The Crater Road Fire, a brush fire that erupted on Wednesday, July 10, has burned over 400 acres one mile from the Haleakala National Park entrance In Hawaii's Maui island. Staff residents of the park were evacuated on Thursday. Crews were battling the fire since Wednesday evening but were able to contain 50% of the blaze as of 17:30 on Thursday.

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Japanese internal affairs minister Matsumoto

Japanese Internal Affairs and Communications Minister Takeaki Matsumoto speaks at a press conference at the ministry in Tokyo on July 9, 2024.

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US: Fast-Moving ‘Post Fire’ Rages In Gorman, Southern California

A brush fire, dubbed the Post Fire, that broke out near Interstate 5 in Gorman, Southern California on Saturday, June 15, quickly spread due to strong winds and burned thousands of acres and forced evacuations. As of Sunday afternoon, the fire exploded to 12,265 acres with 2% containment.

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LINE Yahoo Administrative Guidance from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications

Line Yahoo receives administrative guidance from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications. Photo shows, from left, Takuro Imagawa, Director General of the Telecommunications Infrastructure Bureau of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, and Takeshi Dezawa, President of LINE Yahoo Japan, receiving the administrative guidance document. ＝March 5, 2024, in Tokyo.

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Japan's child population hits record low, down for 43rd straight year

STORY: Japan's child population hits record low, down for 43rd straight year SHOOTING TIME: May 3, 2024 and archives DATELINE: May 6, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:22 LOCATION: Tokyo CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of children in Tokyo STORYLINE: Japan's estimated child population as of April 1 stood at 14.01 million, marking a fall for the 43rd straight year, government data showed. The number of children aged 14 or younger, including foreigners, dropped 330,000 from a year before to hit its record low since comparable data became available in 1950, according to data released by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications on Saturday. The ratio of children to the country's total population fell 0.2 percentage point to 11.3 percent, also the lowest level since 1950, declining for 50 years in a row. By gender, the population of boys came to 7.18 million compared with 6.83 million girls. By age, 3.17 million children were in the 12 to 14 age group, while 2.35 million were in the 0 to 2 age group, sug

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Australia: Mass Stranding Of Pilot Whales At Toby’s Inlet Near Dunsborough 10

More than a hundred pilot whales were stranded at Toby's Inlet near Dunsborough, Western Australia on Thursday, April 25. Beachgoers helped pour water on the whales on shore as they were being directed back to the sea. Among the 4 pods of about 160 whales that were stranded, 28 died.

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Australia: Mass Stranding Of Pilot Whales At Toby’s Inlet Near Dunsborough 9

More than a hundred pilot whales were stranded at Toby's Inlet near Dunsborough, Western Australia, on Thursday, April 25. Beachgoers helped pour water on the whales on shore as they were being directed back to the sea. Among the 4 pods of about 160 whales that were stranded, 28 died.

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Japan's population falls below 125 million

STORY: Japan's population falls below 125 million SHOOTING TIME: Earlier footage DATELINE: April 13, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:46 LOCATION: Tokyo CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of street view in Tokyo STORYLINE: Japan's population, including non-Japanese residents, fell by 595,000, or 0.48 percent, from a year earlier to 124,352,000 as of Oct. 1, 2023, down for the 13th consecutive year, government data showed Friday. The population of Japanese nationals dropped by 837,000, or 0.69 percent, to 121,193,000, marking the steepest fall since comparable data became available in 1950, according to a demographic survey by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications. The number of people aged 75 or above rose 713,000 to about 20.08 million, topping the 20 million mark for the first time, while those aged from zero to 14 fell 329,000 to about 14.17 million, or 11.4 percent of the total population, the lowest ever, data showed. Meanwhile, the foreign national population gained by 243,000 to about 3.16 mi