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Pallas's cat kittens in Kobe

Kittens born to a Pallas's cat, widely considered to be the world's oldest living feline species dating back some 6 million years, are shown to the press on July 16, 2026, for the first time since their birth on May 12 at Kobe Animal Kingdom in Kobe, western Japan. The litter of five are set to make their public debut on July 21.

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Pallas's cat kittens in Kobe

Kittens born to a Pallas's cat, widely considered to be the world's oldest living feline species dating back some 6 million years, are shown to the press on July 16, 2026, for the first time since their birth on May 12 at Kobe Animal Kingdom in Kobe, western Japan. The litter of five are set to make their public debut on July 21.

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Pallas's cat kittens in Kobe

Kittens born to a Pallas's cat, widely considered to be the world's oldest living feline species dating back some 6 million years, are shown to the press on July 16, 2026, for the first time since their birth on May 12 at Kobe Animal Kingdom in Kobe, western Japan. The litter of five are set to make their public debut on July 21.

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Pallas's cat kittens in Kobe

Kittens born to a Pallas's cat, widely considered to be the world's oldest living feline species dating back some 6 million years, are shown to the press on July 16, 2026, for the first time since their birth on May 12 at Kobe Animal Kingdom in Kobe, western Japan. The litter of five are set to make their public debut on July 21.

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US: Tornado Reported in San Antonio, Texas

A tornado reportedly touched down Wednesday morning, July 15 in northwest Bexar County near The Rim shopping center in San Antonio, Texas, following a tornado warning and multiple eyewitness reports, though rotation has since weakened. The video was shot at the RIM shopping center shortly before 8:00 a.m.

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France: Wildfires Rage Near Fontainebleau in Historic Forest Blaze 2

The department of Seine-et-Marne has faced several fires, including two wildfires that have been burning near Fontainebleau since Sunday, July 12, scorching nearly 1,920 hectares by Tuesday, in what could become the worst fire ever recorded in the forest. Firefighters deployed Canadair water bombers, a Dash retardant plane, and water-bombing helicopters, with the water bombers refueling directly from the Seine.

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France: Wildfires Rage Near Fontainebleau in Historic Forest Blaze

The department of Seine-et-Marne has faced several fires, including two wildfires that have been burning near Fontainebleau since Sunday, July 12, scorching nearly 1,920 hectares by Tuesday, in what could become the worst fire ever recorded in the forest. Firefighters deployed Canadair water bombers, a Dash retardant plane, and water-bombing helicopters, with the water bombers refueling directly from the Seine.

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UK: Major Wildfire Burns Across Dovestone Reservoir Moorland

A major wildfire continues to burn across moorland at Dovestone Reservoir in Saddleworth and Tintwistle Moor near Glossop, sending smoke plumes for miles across the region since firefighters were first called on Saturday, July 11.

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US: Evacuations Remain in Place as Willow Fire Grows Near Leadville 2

As of Monday, July 13, the Willow Fire near Turquoise Lake west of Leadville, Colorado, has burned more than 6,200 acres since it started on June 28, with evacuation orders still in place. Firefighters continued working under another Red Flag Warning amid record-setting heat.

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France: Water-Scooping Operation Continues on Seine Near Fontainebleau

A wildfire in the Fontainebleau forest area of Seine-et-Marne, France, grew to more than 1,300 hectares as of Monday night, July 13, following a series of major fires since a red heatwave alert was issued on Saturday, July 11. Two people were detained near the area as authorities investigated the possibility of arson.

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US: Evacuations Remain in Place as Willow Fire Grows Near Leadville

As of Sunday, July 12, the Willow Fire near Turquoise Lake west of Leadville, Colorado, has burned more than 5,800 acres since it started on June 28, with evacuation orders still in place. Firefighters continued working under another Red Flag Warning amid record-setting heat.

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Japan: Balck-and-White Calbee Chips Spotted in Store Before Color Return

Major snack maker Calbee announced on July 9 that it will gradually restore color packaging for eight products starting in late July, after switching them to black-and-white printing due to naphtha supply concerns. The "black-and-white potato chips" ended up on shelves for about two months since late May, sparking varied reactions on social media. Some said they never saw the black-and-white version in stores at all, since only the full-color packaging was available, while others speculated the black-and-white chips could become a collector's item.

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Japan's 10-year gov't bond yield hits 2.9%

A financial data monitor in Tokyo shows the yield on Japan's benchmark 10-year government bond hitting 2.900 percent on the afternoon of July 9, 2026, for the first time since November 1996 amid concerns about inflation in Japan fueled by heightened tensions between the United States and Iran.

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"Confidential birth" at Tokyo hospital

Hitoshi Kato, head of San-Ikukai Hospital in Tokyo, speaks at a press conference at the Tokyo metropolitan government office on July 2, 2026, revealing that seven women had given birth to their babies through the hospital's "confidential birth" system since its launch in March 2025.

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"Confidential birth" at Tokyo hospital

Hitoshi Kato, head of San-Ikukai Hospital in Tokyo, speaks at a press conference at the Tokyo metropolitan government office on July 2, 2026, revealing that seven women had given birth to their babies through the hospital's "confidential birth" system since its launch in March 2025.

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South Africa: Anti-Immigration Protests Erupt Across Major Cities 3

Protests erupted across South Africa's main cities on Tuesday, June 30, as demonstrators demanded that all undocumented migrants leave the country. It was described as the biggest migration-related protest in the country since 2008. In Johannesburg, thousands took to the streets, with the demonstration led by Ngizwe Mchunu. This video shows a protest in Pretoria.

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South Africa: Anti-Immigration Protests Erupt Across Major Cities 2

Protests erupted across South Africa's main cities on Tuesday, June 30, as demonstrators demanded that all undocumented migrants leave the country. It was described as the biggest migration-related protest in the country since 2008. In Johannesburg, thousands took to the streets, with the demonstration led by Ngizwe Mchunu.

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South Africa: Anti-Immigration Protests Erupt Across Major Cities

Protests erupted across South Africa's main cities on Tuesday, June 30, as demonstrators demanded that all undocumented migrants leave the country. It was described as the biggest migration-related protest in the country since 2008. In Johannesburg, tens of thousands took to the streets, with the demonstration led by Ngizwe Mchunu.

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World Cup 2026 – US: Japanese Fans Clean Up Houston Stadium After Heartbreaking Loss to Brazil

Brazil defeated Japan 2-1 in a World Cup Round of 32 match in Houston on Monday, June 29, after a late goal from Gabriel Martinelli in stoppage time. Following the loss, Japanese fans stayed behind to clean up trash from the stadium, continuing a tradition that has been observed since 1998.

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US: Over One Million Join NYC Pride Parade With Mayor Mamdani Marching for First Time

New York City's annual Pride Parade drew over one million people on Sunday, June 28, with Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Governor Kathy Hochul leading the march. It was Mamdani's first Pride Parade since taking office.

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Canada: Prime Minister Carney Takes Part in Toronto Pride With Mayor Chow

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney marched in the Toronto Pride Parade on Sunday, June 28 alongside Mayor Olivia Chow, shaking hands and taking selfies with crowds along Yonge Street. Carney, who was drenched by water gun-wielding revelers during the march, was participating in the parade for the first time since taking office last year.

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Albania: Protests Continue in Tirana Over Kushner-Linked Luxury Resort on Protected Coast

Albanians continued to protest in Tirana on Monday, June 22 against a luxury tourism development linked to Jared Kushner, President Trump's son-in-law, planned on the country's protected Adriatic coastline. The demonstrations, initially sparked by concerns over the construction plans, have since expanded into a broader movement against alleged corruption in the Albanian government.

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Scandal-mired Nidec shareholders meeting

Nidec Corp. President Mitsuya Kishida (far R) holds a press conference in Kyoto on June 18, 2026, following the company's general shareholder meeting earlier in the day, held for the first time since accounting and quality scandals surfaced at the major motor manufacturer in 2025.

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Scandal-mired Nidec shareholders meeting

Nidec Corp. President Mitsuya Kishida (C) holds a press conference in Kyoto on June 18, 2026, following the company's general shareholder meeting earlier in the day, held for the first time since accounting and quality scandals surfaced at the major motor manufacturer in 2025.

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Scandal-mired Nidec shareholders meeting

Shareholders enter on June 18, 2026, the venue of a general shareholders meeting by Nidec Corp. in Kyoto, being held for the first time since accounting and quality scandals surfaced at the major motor manufacturer in 2025.

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Scandal-mired Nidec shareholders meeting

Nidec Corp. President Mitsuya Kishida holds a press conference in Kyoto on June 18, 2026, following the company's general shareholder meeting earlier in the day, held for the first time since accounting and quality scandals surfaced at the major motor manufacturer in 2025.

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Scandal-mired Nidec shareholders meeting

Nidec Corp. President Mitsuya Kishida holds a press conference in Kyoto on June 18, 2026, following the company's general shareholder meeting earlier in the day, held for the first time since accounting and quality scandals surfaced at the major motor manufacturer in 2025.

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UK: Over 1,000 Cyclists Take Part in Naked Bike Ride in London

More than 1,000 cyclists took part in London's annual World Naked Bike Ride on Sunday, June 14. The event has been held in the capital every year since 2004 in protest against oil dependency and car culture, while celebrating body freedom.

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