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UK: Storm Bert Triggers Severe Flooding Across England And Wales

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.

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Honda's 2014 new car sales in China hit record high

BEIJING, China - Honda Motor Co.'s booth is shown in a file photo taken on Nov. 20, 2014, at an international motor show held in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China. Honda announced on Jan. 8, 2015, that its new car sales in China rose 4.1 percent in 2014 to reach a record annual high of 788,276 vehicles.

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Skater Hanyu wins top prize in Yahoo Search Awards

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu, who won the gold medal at the Sochi Winter Olympic Games, speaks in a video message as the winner of the top prize for the biggest overall increase in the number of searches on Yahoo Japan between Jan. 1 and Nov. 1, 2014, at the award ceremony in Tokyo on Dec. 8. Yahoo Japan Corp. handed out Yahoo Search Awards in the fields of people, culture and products.

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Nihon Elekiteru Rengo wins prize in Yahoo Search Awards

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese comedian duo Nihon Elekiteru Rengo poses after winning an award for the biggest increase in the number of search on Yahoo Japan between Jan. 1 and Nov. 1, 2014, at the award ceremony in Tokyo on Dec. 8. Yahoo Japan Corp. handed out Yahoo Search Awards in the fields of people, culture and products.

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Japan's 'shishamo' smelt caught off Hokkaido

KUSHIRO, Japan - "Shishamo" smelt caught in the waters off Kushiro, Hokkaido, are shown on Nov. 8, 2014. Shishamo live exclusively around the Pacific Coast of Hokkaido.

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Bakery produces hamburger using prickled plum sauce

WAKAYAMA, Japan - A worker at a Kawa bakery chain shop in Yuasa, Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, shows off on Nov. 23, 2014, a hamburger using sauce made from prickled plums of the premier "Kishu Ume" brand, a local specialty. The hamburger won the first prize at the Tottori Burger Festa 2014 competition of hamburgers using local foodstuffs held in Daisen, Tottori Prefecture, on Nov. 8-9.

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Christmas tree lit up in quake-hit Miyagi Pref.

KESENNUMA, Japan - The Japan Committee for UNICEF lights up on Nov. 23, 2014, an 8-meter Christmas tree using blue LEDs at a reconstruction stall village in Kesennuma, Miyagi Prefecture, in an effort to cheer up children in the northeastern Japanese region devastated by the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami.

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Christmas tree set up in quake-hit Miyagi Pref.

KESENNUMA, Japan - A girl looks at an ornament she made after an 8-meter Christmas tree was lit up on Nov. 23, 2014, at a reconstruction stall village in Kesennuma, Miyagi Prefecture, in the northeastern Japanese region hit by the March 2011 devastating earthquake and tsunami.

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Nishikori faces Agassi in exhibition match

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese Kei Nishikori (R) and American retired player Andre Agassi shake hands after the Dream Tennis exhibition match at Ariake Colosseum in Tokyo on Nov. 22, 2014. Nishikori won 8-6.

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Japanese pitcher Kaneko acclaimed by MLB people

TOKYO, Japan - Orix Buffaloes ace Chihiro Kaneko throws a pitch at Kyocera Dome in Osaka, western Japan, on Nov. 14, 2014, in the second in a series of games between Japanese and U.S. professional baseball players. Kaneko, a candidate to move to Major League Baseball via the posting system, pitched five effective innings to lead Samurai Japan to an 8-4 win over the MLB All-Sar team, gaining praise from within the MLB camp.

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Proofs of Marcos' excesses survive super typhoon Haiyan

TACLOBAN CITY, Philippines - Photo taken Nov. 9, 2014, shows a long dining table adorned with foreign wares and centerpiece inside the Sto. Nino Shrine and Heritage Museum in Tacloban City, the Philippines, that was hit hard by Typhoon Haiyan on Nov. 8, 2013. The museum, built by former Philippine first lady Imelda Marcos more than three decades ago, shows the extravagance of the Marcoses during their 21-year reign.

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Proofs of Marcos' excesses survive super typhoon Haiyan

TACLOBAN CITY, Philippines - Photo taken Nov. 9, 2014, shows the grand ballroom on the second floor of the Sto. Nino Shrine and Heritage Museum in Tacloban City, the Philippines, that was hit hard by Typhoon Haiyan on Nov. 8, 2013. The museum, built by former Philippine first lady Imelda Marcos more than three decades ago, shows the extravagance of the Marcoses during their 21-year reign.

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Japan batters major leaguers to lead series 2-0

TOKYO, Japan - Members of Samurai Japan celebrate after winning 8-4 in Game 2 of the Japan-Major League All-Star Series at Tokyo Dome on Nov. 14, 2014.

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Japan batters major leaguers to lead series 2-0

TOKYO, Japan - Softbank Hawks Nobuhiro Matsuda hits a single homer in the eighth inning of Game 2 of the Japan-Major League All-Star Series at Tokyo Dome on Nov. 14, 2014. Samurai Japan won 8-4 to lead 2-0 in the five-game series.

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Japan win 6-0 in int'l friendly against Honduras

TOYOTA, Japan - Japan coach Javier Aguirre (L) congratulates Takashi Inui (8) after he scored Japan's fourth goal in the second half of an international friendly against Honduras at Toyota Stadium in Aichi Prefecture, central Japan, on Nov. 14, 2014. Japan won 6-0.

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Japan batters major leaguers to lead series 2-0

TOKYO, Japan - Colorado Rockies' Justin Morneau hits a two-run homer in the second inning of Game 2 of the Japan-Major League All-Star Series at Tokyo Dome on Nov. 14, 2014. Samurai Japan won 8-4 to lead 2-0 in the five-game series.

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Japan batters major leaguers to lead series 2-0

TOKYO, Japan - Colorado Rockies' Justin Morneau hits a two-run homer in the second inning of Game 2 of the Japan-Major League All-Star Series at Tokyo Dome on Nov. 14, 2014. Samurai Japan won 8-4 to lead 2-0 in the five-game series.

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Osaka's Flower Expo park becomes popular venue among 'cosplayers'

OSAKA, Japan - Two "cosplay" fans dressed up as anime or game characters strike a pose at the Tsurumiryokuchi Expo 90' Commemorative Park in Osaka, western Japan, on Nov. 8, 2014. The park, located at the site of the International Garden and Greenery Exposition 1990, has become a popular venue among cosplay fans for its scenery.

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Osaka's Flower Expo park becomes popular venue among 'cosplayers'

OSAKA, Japan - Two "cosplay" fans dressed up as anime or game characters pose for photos at the Tsurumiryokuchi Expo 90' Commemorative Park in Osaka, western Japan, on Nov. 8, 2014. The park, located at the site of the International Garden and Greenery Exposition 1990, has become a popular venue among cosplay fans for its scenery.

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MLB stars escape with slim victory in exhibition

NISHINOMIYA, Japan - Houston Astros center fielder Dexter Fowler hits a solo homer in the seventh inning of an exhibition game between the Major League Baseball All-Stars and a mixed team from Japan's Yomiuri Giants and Hanshin Tigers on Nov. 11, 2014, at Koshien Stadium. The MLB All-Stars won 8-7.

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MLB stars escape with slim victory in exhibition

NISHINOMIYA, Japan - Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez hits a solo homer in the sixth inning of an exhibition game between the Major League Baseball All-Stars and a mixed team from Japan's Yomiuri Giants and Hanshin Tigers on Nov. 11, 2014, at Koshien Stadium. The MLB All-Stars won 8-7.

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MLB All-Stars escape with slim victory in exhibition

NISHINOMIYA, Japan - Members of the Major League Baseball All-Stars watch from the dugout as fans release balloons in the seventh inning of an exhibition game against a team made up of players from Japan's Yomiuri Giants and Hanshin Tigers on Nov. 11, 2014, at Koshien Stadium in Nishinomiya, Hyogo Prefecture, western Japan. The MLB All-Stars won 8-7.

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MLB stars escape with slim victory in exhibition

NISHINOMIYA, Japan - Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Evan Longoria (2nd from L) is cheered by his teammates after hitting a grand slam in the fifth inning of an exhibition game between the Major League Baseball All-Stars and a mixed team from Japan's Yomiuri Giants and Hanshin Tigers on Nov. 11, 2014, at Koshien Stadium. The MLB All-Stars won 8-7.

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MLB stars escape with slim victory in exhibition

NISHINOMIYA, Japan - Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Evan Longoria hits a grand slam in the fifth inning of an exhibition game between the Major League Baseball All-Stars and a mixed team from Japan's Yomiuri Giants and Hanshin Tigers on Nov. 11, 2014, at Koshien Stadium. The MLB All-Stars won 8-7.

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MLB stars escape with slim victory in exhibition

NISHINOMIYA, Japan - Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Evan Longoria hits a grand slam in the fifth inning of an exhibition game between the Major League Baseball All-Stars and a mixed team from Japan's Yomiuri Giants and Hanshin Tigers on Nov. 11, 2014, at Koshien Stadium. The MLB All-Stars won 8-7.

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Haneda airport runway to be extended in December

TOKYO, Japan - The 3-kilomter-long Runway C at Haneda airport in Tokyo, shown in this aerial photo taken on Nov. 8, 2014, from a Kyodo News helicopter, is set to be extended 360 meters to the southeast in December to permit large jetliners to use the increasingly internationalizing airport.

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Japan's Miyazaki receives Honorary Oscar

LOS ANGELES, United States - Hayao Miyazaki of Japan, one of animation's most admired and successful directors, smiles as he speaks to the Japanese media in Los Angeles on Nov. 8, 2014, after receiving an Honorary Oscar for lifetime achievement at the film academy's Governors Awards.

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Japan duo shine at Adolphe Sax Int'l Competition

DINANT, Belgium - The top six winners of the Adolphe Sax International Competition, including Japan's Kohei Ueno (2nd from R) and his compatriot Takuya Tanaka (far L), line up during an award ceremony in Dinant, Beglgium, on Nov. 8, 2014. Ueno finished second while Tanaka came in sixth at the event. The contest is held every four years in the city where Adolphe Sax, inventor of the saxophone, was born.

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Japan duo shine at Adolphe Sax Int'l Competition

DINANT, Belgium - Japan's Kohei Ueno (L) and compatriot Takuya Tanaka pose with their saxes after coming in second and sixth, respectively, at the Adolphe Sax International Competition in Dinant, Belgium, on Nov. 8, 2014. Founded in 1990, the contest is held every four years in the city where Adolphe Sax, inventor of the saxophone, was born.

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Japan's Murakami wins bronze at Cup of China

SHANGHAI, China - Japan's Kanako Murakami smiles with the bronze medal she won at the Cup of China ISU Grand Prix Figure Skating in Shanghai, China, on Nov. 8, 2014.

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Hanyu manages silver after warm-up collision

SHANGHAI, China - Reigning world and Olympic champion Yuzuru Hanyu of Japan performs with a bandage wrapped around his head during the men's free skate at the Cup of China in Shanghai on Nov. 8, 2014. Hanyu collided with Chinese skater Yan Han during practice ahead of the performance, but managed the silver medal behind Russian Maxim Kovtun.

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Japan's Hanyu manages silver after warm-up collision

SHANGHAI, China - Yuzuru Hanyu of Japan, who was injured in his collision with China's Yan Han during a practice ahead of the free skate for the Cup of China ISU Grand Prix Figure Skating, finishes his performance at the event in Shanghai, China, on Nov. 8, 2014. Reigning world and Olympic champion Hanyu managed the silver medal behind Russian Maxim Kovtun.

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Hanyu manages silver after warm-up collision

SHANGHAI, China - Reigning world and Olympic champion Yuzuru Hanyu of Japan performs with a bandage wrapped around his head during the men's free skate at the Cup of China in Shanghai on Nov. 8, 2014. Hanyu collided with Chinese skater Yan Han during practice ahead of the performance, but managed the silver medal behind Russian Maxim Kovtun.

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Japan's Nishikori ready for ATP Tour Finals

LONDON, United Kingdom - Kei Nishikori of Japan practices on Nov. 8, 2014 in London to prepare for his first ATP Tour Finals. World No.5 Nishikori will face Britain's Andy Murray in his first match at the Nov. 9-16 Tour Finals.

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Hanyu manages silver after warm-up collision

SHANGHAI, China - Reigning world and Olympic champion Yuzuru Hanyu of Japan performs with a bandage wrapped around his head during the men's free skate at the Cup of China in Shanghai on Nov. 8, 2014. Hanyu collided with Chinese skater Yan Han during practice ahead of the performance, but managed the silver medal behind Russian Maxim Kovtun.

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Hanyu manages silver after warm-up collision

SHANGHAI, China - Reigning world and Olympic champion Yuzuru Hanyu of Japan performs with a bandage wrapped around his head during the men's free skate at the Cup of China in Shanghai on Nov. 8, 2014. Hanyu collided with Chinese skater Yan Han during practice ahead of the performance, but managed the silver medal behind Russian Maxim Kovtun.

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Hanyu manages silver after warm-up collision

SHANGHAI, China - Reigning world and Olympic champion Yuzuru Hanyu of Japan falls after a collision with Chinese skater Yan Han during practice ahead of the men's free skate at the Cup of China in Shanghai on Nov. 8, 2014. Hanyu performed with a bandage wrapped around his head and managed the silver medal behind Russian Maxim Kovtun.

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Xi, other leaders line up at Diaoyutai State Guesthouse

BEIJING, China - Chinese President Xi Jinping (4th from R) and other participants in the Dialogue on Strengthening Connectivity Partnership pose for photographs at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing on Nov. 8, 2014. (Pool photo)

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Xi pledges $40 billion for Silk Road Fund

BEIJING, China - Chinese President Xi Jinping (C) speaks at a meeting with leaders of Asian countries at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing on Nov. 8, 2014, saying China will invest $40 billion in the proposed Silk Road Fund to improve economic ties in Asia. (Pool photo)

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Hanyu manages silver after warm-up collision

SHANGHAI, China - Reigning world and Olympic champion Yuzuru Hanyu of Japan bleeds from his head after a collision with Chinese skater Yan Han during practice ahead of the men's free skate at the Cup of China in Shanghai on Nov. 8, 2014. Hanyu performed with a bandage wrapped around his head and managed the silver medal behind Russian Maxim Kovtun.

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China to pour $40 billion in Silk Road Fund

BEIJING, China - Chinese President Xi Jinping speaks during a meeting with leaders of countries including Bangladesh, Cambodia, Myanmar at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing on Nov. 8, 2014, saying China will contribute $40 billion to establish its Silk Road Fund. (Pool photo)

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Hanyu manages silver after warm-up collision

SHANGHAI, China - Reigning world and Olympic champion Yuzuru Hanyu of Japan performs with a bandage wrapped around his head during the men's free skate at the Cup of China in Shanghai on Nov. 8, 2014. Hanyu collided with Chinese skater Yan Han during practice ahead of the performance, but managed the silver medal behind Russian Maxim Kovtun.

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Hanyu manages silver after warm-up collision

SHANGHAI, China - Reigning world and Olympic champion Yuzuru Hanyu of Japan is assisted in standing up after a collision with Chinese skater Yan Han during practice ahead of the men's free skate at the Cup of China in Shanghai on Nov. 8, 2014. Hanyu performed with a bandage wrapped around his head and managed the silver medal behind Russian Maxim Kovtun.

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Hanyu manages silver after warm-up collision

SHANGHAI, China - Reigning world and Olympic champion Yuzuru Hanyu of Japan bleeds from his head after a collision with Chinese skater Yan Han during practice ahead of the men's free skate at the Cup of China in Shanghai on Nov. 8, 2014. Hanyu performed with a bandage wrapped around his head and managed the silver medal behind Russian Maxim Kovtun.

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Hanyu manages silver after warm-up collision

SHANGHAI, China - Reigning world and Olympic champion Yuzuru Hanyu of Japan is assisted in standing up after a collision with Chinese skater Yan Han during practice ahead of the men's free skate at the Cup of China in Shanghai on Nov. 8, 2014. Hanyu performed with a bandage wrapped around his head and managed the silver medal behind Russian Maxim Kovtun.

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Kimono symbolizing 6 nations for 2020 Olympic hospitality

TOKYO, Japan - Six models wearing Japanese kimono which were designed based on images of Qatar, Lithuania, Tuvalu, Bhutan, Brazil and South Africa (from L) pose for photographs in Tokyo on Nov. 8, 2014. They were designed for part of planned hospitality activities at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and garments symbolizing other nations may follow suit.

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APEC ministerial meeting ends

BEIJING, China - Chinese Commerce Minister Gao Hucheng holds a press conference in Beijing on Nov. 8, 2014, after a two-day ministerial meeting in the Chinese capital of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum. (Pool photo)

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1 year after killer typhoon in Philippines

TACLOBAN CITY, Philippines - Doves are released during a joint memorial ceremony for the victims of super typhoon Haiyan at a cemetery in Tacloban City on the central Philippine island of Leyte on Nov. 8, 2014, a year after the disaster that killed at least 6,300 people and left more than 1,000 missing.

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Kyoto train running through 'fall foliage tunnel'

KYOTO, Japan - A train on Eizan Electric Railway Co.'s Kurama Line in northern Kyoto, western Japan, is running through the lit up fall foliage on Nov. 8, 2014.

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Vetro Montagna classic car festival starts in Mt. Koya

HASHIMOTO, Japan - Various types of classic cars are parked at the exhibition site of the Vetro Montagna Koyasan classic car festival on Nov. 8, 2014, at Mt. Koya in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan.