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China: Tabby Cat Gives Siamese Cat a “Massage” in Heilongjiang

On May 13, 2026, in Heilongjiang, China, a tabby cat was filmed standing on its hind legs and rhythmically pressing its paws onto a Siamese cat's back, as if giving it a massage. The Siamese lay calmly on the bed throughout, seemingly unbothered by the treatment.

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US: Fast-Moving Sandy Fire Burns More Than 800 Acres, Prompting Evacuations 4

The Sandy Fire broke out Monday, May 18, in Simi Valley, roughly 40 miles northwest of Los Angeles, burning over 836 acres, destroying at least one home, and forcing more than 29,000 residents to evacuate.

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[Breaking News]Figure Skating Sakamoto at retirement press conference

KOBE, Japan, May 13 Kyodo - Japan's Kaori Sakamoto, a two-time women's figure skating Olympic medalist and four-time world champion, laughs during her retirement press conference at a hotel in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture in western Japan, on May 13, 2026. (Kyodo)

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New train for Shinano express

KASUGAI, Japan, May 13 Kyodo - Central Japan Railway Co. unveils to the press the interior of its new train cars for the Shinano express train running between Nagoya and Nagano stations in central Japan, on May 12, 2026, in Kasugai, Aichi Prefecture, a day before the start of its test run. JR Central plans to start running the mass-produced 385 series cars for the Shinano train in around fiscal 2029. (Kyodo)

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Nissan's earnings results for FY 2025

YOKOHAMA, Japan, May 14 Kyodo - Nissan Motor Co. President and CEO Ivan Espinosa speaks at a press conference in Yokohama near Tokyo on May 13, 2026. Nissan posted a net loss of 533.10 billion yen for fiscal 2025, marking a second straight year of red ink, while forecasting a return to profitability in fiscal 2026. (Kyodo)

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[Breaking News]Figure Skating: Sakamoto at retirement press conference

KOBE, Japan, May 13 Kyodo - Japan's Kaori Sakamoto, a two-time women's figure skating Olympic medalist and four-time world champion, laughs during her retirement press conference at a hotel in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture in western Japan, on May 13, 2026. (Kyodo)

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US: Wall of Dust Engulfs Montana as Powerful Winds Sweep Through

Strong winds swept across Montana on Wednesday, May 13, bringing dangerous dust storms, downed trees, and power outages. In the northeastern part of the state, gusts of over 80 mph created a massive wall of dust and dirt known as a haboob near Havre, forcing highway closures and reducing visibility to near zero in some areas.

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Massive Russian attacks on Kyiv

Flowers and photos of victims are seen placed near collapsed high-rise condominium buildings in Kyiv on May 15, 2026, following large-scale Russian attacks on May 13-14.

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Massive Russian attacks on Kyiv

Flowers and photos of victims are seen placed near collapsed high-rise condominium buildings in Kyiv on May 15, 2026, following large-scale Russian attacks on May 13-14.

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Massive Russian attacks on Kyiv

Diplomats stationed in Ukraine inspect severely damaged high-rise condominium buildings in Kyiv on May 15, 2026, following large-scale Russian attacks on May 13-14.

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Massive Russian attacks on Kyiv

Diplomats stationed in Ukraine inspect severely damaged high-rise condominium buildings in Kyiv on May 15, 2026, following large-scale Russian attacks on May 13-14.

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Japan: Rising Temperatures Bring Surge in Bear Sightings Near Residential Areas 2

As spring temperatures rose, bears in Japan emerged from hibernation and ventured closer to human settlements in search of food, with sightings reported one after another, prompting authorities to urge residents to stay alert. This video was captured in Joetsu, Niigata on May 13, 2026.

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China: Concerned Mother Horse Runs Behind Car Carrying Sick Foal to Vet

On May 13, 2026, in Inner Mongolia, northern China, a video captured an emotional moment as a sick foal was taken by car for medical treatment. As the owner drove the foal to a veterinarian, the mother horse ran closely behind the vehicle, seemingly worried about where her baby was being taken. The sound of the horse’s hooves echoed along the ground as she chased after the car, creating a touching scene.

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US: Everglades Wildfire Scorches Over 11,000 Acres in South Florida 3

A wildfire burning across the Everglades along the Broward and Miami-Dade county border in Florida had scorched more than 11,400 acres as of Wednesday, May 13, with the blaze now fully contained and controlled, according to the Florida Forest Service. Roads in the area were closed, and residents were advised to keep windows shut and stay indoors if they have respiratory issues. No injuries were reported.

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Study session on abduction issue for new LDP lawmakers

Takuya Yokota, head of a group representing the families of Japanese nationals abducted by North Korea in the 1970s and 1980s, meets the press at the ruling Liberal Democratic Party's headquarters in Tokyo on May 14, 2026, after making a speech during a study session held the same day for newly elected LDP lawmakers. His elder sister Megumi was abducted by North Korea in 1977 at age 13.

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UK: London Battered by May Hailstorm

A hailstorm struck London on Wednesday, May 13, battering the city and disrupting commutes.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers starter Shohei Ohtani (R) shakes hands with manager Dave Roberts in the dugout after pitching seven scoreless innings in a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers starter Shohei Ohtani (R) is pictured with manager Dave Roberts in the dugout after pitching seven scoreless innings in a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani celebrates after San Francisco Giants' Willy Adames is thrown out at second base on a double play in the seventh inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers starter Shohei Ohtani (C) celebrates with his teammates in the dugout after pitching seven scoreless innings in a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani gestures as San Francisco Giants' Willy Adames is thrown out at second base on a double play in the seventh inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani reacts after San Francisco Giants' Willy Adames is thrown out at second base on a double play in the seventh inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani gestures as San Francisco Giants' Willy Adames is thrown out at second base on a double play in the seventh inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani (3rd from R) participates in a meeting on the mound after allowing two hits in a row in the seventh inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani (17) slaps his glove after getting San Francisco Giants' Bryce Eldridge to fly out in the seventh inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani (17) reacts after striking out San Francisco Giants' Rafael Devers in the sixth inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani is greeted by teammates in the dugout after the sixth inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani is greeted by teammates in the dugout after the sixth inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani (17) pumps his fist after San Francisco Giants' Drew Gilbert flies into a double play in the seventh inning, allowing Ohtani to pitch seven scoreless innings in a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani high-fives with a teammate in the dugout after the fifth inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani wipes his face after the fifth inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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US: Grand Fire Threatens 650 Homes in Chino Hills, California

A brush fire dubbed the Grand Fire broke out near Chino Hills, San Bernardino County, California, on Wednesday evening, May 13, burning approximately 30 acres and prompting temporary evacuation orders for around 650 homes. Some 250 firefighters, helicopters, and ground crews brought the blaze under control by 10:30 p.m., and all evacuation orders were lifted. One firefighter was hospitalized with minor injuries. No structural damage was reported. The cause remains under investigation.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani (17) reacts after striking out San Francisco Giants' Rafael Devers in the sixth inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani (17) reacts after striking out San Francisco Giants' Willy Adames (back, L) in the second inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani (17) reacts after striking out San Francisco Giants' Rafael Devers in the sixth inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani (17) reacts after striking out San Francisco Giants' Rafael Devers (L) in the sixth inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Royals vs. White Sox

Munetaka Murakami of the Chicago White Sox hits a single in the first inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Rate Field in Chicago on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Royals vs. White Sox

Munetaka Murakami of the Chicago White Sox hits a single in the first inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Rate Field in Chicago on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani starts in a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants on May 13, 2026, at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles.

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Baseball: Royals vs. White Sox

Munetaka Murakami of the Chicago White Sox hits a single in the first inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Rate Field in Chicago on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Royals vs. White Sox

Munetaka Murakami of the Chicago White Sox hits a single in the first inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Rate Field in Chicago on May 13, 2026.

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Baseball: Royals vs. White Sox

Munetaka Murakami of the Chicago White Sox hits a single in the first inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals at Rate Field in Chicago on May 13, 2026.

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Japan crown prince visits farms in Fukushima Pref.

Japanese Crown Prince Fumihito (far L) speaks with fruit farms in the city of Fukushima in northeastern Japan on May 13, 2026. Crown Prince Fumihito, patron of the Agricultural Society of Japan, visited farmers in Fukushima Prefecture who have been commended by the society for their contributions to agriculture.

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Japan crown prince visits farms in Fukushima Pref.

Japanese Crown Prince Fumihito (R) visits a cyclamen farm in Minamisoma in Fukushima Prefecture, northeastern Japan, on May 13, 2026. Crown Prince Fumihito, patron of the Agricultural Society of Japan, visited farmers in Fukushima Prefecture who have been commended by the society for their contributions to agriculture.

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Japan crown prince visits farms in Fukushima Pref.

Japanese Crown Prince Fumihito (far L) speaks with fruit farmers in the city of Fukushima in northeastern Japan on May 13, 2026. Crown Prince Fumihito, patron of the Agricultural Society of Japan, visited farmers in Fukushima Prefecture who have been commended by the society for their contributions to agriculture.

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Japan crown prince visits farms in Fukushima Pref.

Japanese Crown Prince Fumihito (far L) speaks with cyclamen cultivators in Minamisoma in Fukushima Prefecture, northeastern Japan, on May 13, 2026. Crown Prince Fumihito, patron of the Agricultural Society of Japan, visited farmers in Fukushima Prefecture who have been commended by the society for their contributions to agriculture.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani starts in a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants on May 13, 2026, at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani starts in a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants on May 13, 2026, at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani starts in a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants on May 13, 2026, at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles.

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Baseball: Giants vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani starts in a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants on May 13, 2026, at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles.