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Lebanon: Israeli Airstrike Hits Beirut Seafront, Killing Several

An Israeli airstrike struck the Ramlet al-Baida area along Beirut's seafront in the early hours of Thursday, March 12, killing at least seven people and wounding 21 others, according to the Lebanese Ministry of Health. Hundreds of displaced civilians had been sheltering at the beach after receiving Israeli evacuation warnings for Beirut's southern suburbs and southern Lebanon. Video shared on social media showed scenes of chaos along the promenade.

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US: Spectacular Sunset Lights Up Santa Cruz Coast, CA

A spectacular sunset was reported across Santa Cruz, California, on Saturday, March 7, 2026. According to a social media post, vivid colors illuminated the sky for over 30 minutes, with observers calling it one of the area's finest displays in years. The intense hues were visible from iconic coastal spots, including the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Seabright Beach.

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US: Long Security Lines at Houston Airport Amid TSA Staffing Crisis

Thousands of travelers endured hours-long queues at US airports on Sunday, March 8, as spring break traffic collided with a TSA staffing crisis. With personnel working without pay during the ongoing partial government shutdown, wait times at Houston’s William P. Hobby Airport were warned to exceed three hours. Airport officials advised travelers via social media to arrive four to five hours before their flights.

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Baseball: Hawks-CTBC Brothers friendly

SoftBank Hawks rookie Hsu Jo-Hsi of Taiwan speaks to the local media ahead of a friendly game against Taiwanese pro baseball team CTBC Brothers at Taipei Dome on Feb. 25, 2026.

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Japan: Baby Macaque “Punch” Wins Hearts After Finding Comfort in Plush Surrogacy 2

A six-month-old Japanese macaque named Punch at Ichikawa City Zoo has gained attention in Japan and abroad. After being rejected by his first-time mother, he was hand-raised by staff and often clung to an orangutan plush toy as a surrogate comfort, touching many hearts. Even after rejoining the troop, he kept the toy for a while, but he is gradually bonding with other monkeys and growing stronger. On social media, the hashtag “#GoPunch” has spread, with visitors continuing to cheer him on.

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US: Massive Snowball Fight Erupts in NYC After Historic Blizzard

A massive snowball fight broke out at Washington Square Park on Monday, February 23, after a historic blizzard dumped nearly 20 inches of snow on New York City. Organized by the viral media group Side Talk, the event drew hundreds of residents to Manhattan’s West Village, turning the snow-covered park into a scene of joyous winter chaos.

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Japan: Baby Macaque “Punch” Wins Hearts After Finding Comfort in Plush Surrogacy

A six-month-old Japanese macaque named Punch at Ichikawa City Zoo has gained attention in Japan and abroad. After being rejected by his first-time mother, he was hand-raised by staff and often clung to an orangutan plush toy as a surrogate comfort, touching many hearts. Even after rejoining the troop, he kept the toy for a while, but he is gradually bonding with other monkeys and growing stronger. On social media, the hashtag “#GoPunch” has spread, with visitors continuing to cheer him on.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto poses for a photo during a media photo session in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 19, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki poses for a photo during a media photo session in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 19, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani poses for a photo during a media photo session in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 19, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani poses for a photo during a media photo session in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 19, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani poses for a photo during a media photo session in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 19, 2026.

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General election in Japan

Democratic Party for the People leader Yuichiro Tamaki is pictured during a media interview in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Democratic Party for the People leader Yuichiro Tamaki is pictured during a media interview in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Democratic Party for the People leader Yuichiro Tamaki is pictured during a media interview in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Democratic Party for the People leader Yuichiro Tamaki (R) speaks during a media interview in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Democratic Party for the People leader Yuichiro Tamaki speaks during a media interview in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who heads the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, speaks during a media interview at the party headquarters in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who heads the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, speaks during a media interview at the party headquarters in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who heads the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, speaks during a media interview at the party headquarters in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who heads the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, speaks during a media interview at the party headquarters in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who heads the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, speaks during a media interview at the party headquarters in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who heads the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, speaks during a media interview at the party headquarters in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Reiwa Shinsengumi co-leader Akiko Oishi speaks to the media in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Reiwa Shinsengumi co-leader Akiko Oishi speaks to the media in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Tetsuo Saito, co-leader of the opposition Centrist Reform Alliance, speaks during a media interview in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Tetsuo Saito, co-leader of the opposition Centrist Reform Alliance, speaks during a media interview in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Tetsuo Saito, co-leader of the opposition Centrist Reform Alliance, speaks during a media interview in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Yoshihiko Noda, co-leader of the opposition Centrist Reform Alliance, speaks during a media interview in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Yoshihiko Noda, co-leader of the opposition Centrist Reform Alliance, speaks during a media interview in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Yoshihiko Noda (L) and Tetsuo Saito, co-leaders of the opposition Centrist Reform Alliance, attend a media interview at a hotel in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Yoshihiko Noda (L) and Tetsuo Saito, co-leaders of the opposition Centrist Reform Alliance, attend a media interview at a hotel in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Yoshihiko Noda (L) and Tetsuo Saito, co-leaders of the opposition Centrist Reform Alliance, attend a media interview at a hotel in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Yoshihiko Noda (L) and Tetsuo Saito, co-leaders of the opposition Centrist Reform Alliance, attend a media interview at a hotel in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Yoshihiko Noda (L) and Tetsuo Saito, co-leaders of the opposition Centrist Reform Alliance, attend a media interview at a hotel in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Yoshihiko Noda (L) and Tetsuo Saito, co-leaders of the opposition Centrist Reform Alliance, are pictured as they attend a media interview at a hotel in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Yoshihiko Noda (L) and Tetsuo Saito, co-leaders of the opposition Centrist Reform Alliance, are pictured as they attend a media interview at a hotel in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Sohei Kamiya, head of the Sanseito party, speaks during a media interview in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Sohei Kamiya, head of the Sanseito party, speaks during a media interview in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who heads the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, speaks during a media interview at the party headquarters in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who heads the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, speaks during a media interview at the party headquarters in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who heads the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, speaks during a media interview at the party headquarters in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who heads the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, smiles during a media interview at the party headquarters in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who heads the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, speaks during a media interview at the party headquarters in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who heads the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, speaks during a media interview at the party headquarters in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who heads the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, speaks during a media interview at the party headquarters in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who heads the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, speaks during a media interview at the party headquarters in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Democratic Party for the People leader Yuichiro Tamaki speaks during a media interview in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Democratic Party for the People leader Yuichiro Tamaki speaks during a media interview in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

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General election in Japan

Shunichi Suzuki, secretary general of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party, speaks during a media interview at the party's headquarters in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, after a general election.