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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako arrive at the official residence of the Japanese ambassador to Belgium in Brussels on June 25, 2026, for informal talks with Japanese nationals living in Belgium before flying back to Japan. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (far L) and Empress Masako (2nd from L) visit the official residence of the Japanese ambassador to Belgium in Brussels on June 25, 2026, for informal talks with Japanese nationals living in Belgium before flying back to Japan. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako visit the official residence of the Japanese ambassador to Belgium in Brussels on June 25, 2026, for informal talks with Japanese nationals living in Belgium before flying back to Japan. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako (C) visit the official residence of the Japanese ambassador to Belgium in Brussels on June 25, 2026, for informal talks with Japanese nationals living in Belgium before flying back to Japan. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (C, L) and Empress Masako (C, R) visit the official residence of the Japanese ambassador to Belgium in Brussels on June 25, 2026, for informal talks with Japanese nationals living in Belgium before flying back to Japan. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (L) and Empress Masako (2nd from L) visit the official residence of the Japanese ambassador to Belgium in Brussels on June 25, 2026, for informal talks with Belgians with ties to Japan before flying back to Japan. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (L) and Empress Masako visit the official residence of the Japanese ambassador to Belgium in Brussels on June 25, 2026, for informal talks with Belgians with ties to Japan before flying back to Japan. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (far L) and Empress Masako (2nd from L) visit the official residence of the Japanese ambassador to Belgium in Brussels on June 25, 2026, for informal talks with Belgians with ties to Japan before flying back to Japan. (Pool photo) ==Kyodo

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako visit the official residence of the Japanese ambassador to Belgium in Brussels on June 25, 2026, for informal talks with Belgians with ties to Japan before flying back to Japan. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako (C) visit the official residence of the Japanese ambassador to Belgium in Brussels on June 25, 2026, for informal talks with Belgians with ties to Japan before flying back to Japan.(Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (far R) and Empress Masako (2nd from R) bid farewell to Belgian King Philippe and Queen Mathilde after taking a stroll in a botanical garden at the Palace of Laeken in Brussels on June 25, 2026. The Japanese imperial couple will fly to Japan later in the day, wrapping up their official trip to the Netherlands and Belgium. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress in Brussels

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (far R) and Empress Masako (2nd from R) bid farewell to Belgian King Philippe and Queen Mathilde after taking a stroll in a botanical garden at the Palace of Laeken in Brussels on June 25, 2026. The Japanese imperial couple will fly to Japan later in the day, wrapping up their official trip to the Netherlands and Belgium. (Pool photo)

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Japan to donate picture books to Ukraine

Japanese education minister Yohei Matsumoto (R) poses with Ukrainian Ambassador to Japan Yurii Lutovinov at his ministry in Tokyo on June 25, 2026, during a ceremony marking Japan's donation of 5,000 copies of picture books to schools and hospitals in the war-ravaged country.

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China: Female Cockatiel Knocks Ladder Down, Sending Male Companion Tumbling

On March 30, 2026, in Guangdong, China, a female cockatiel pecked a ladder, knocking it over and sending her male companion tumbling to the ground.

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US: Damaging Thunderstorms Batter Fairfax County, Virginia 4

Severe thunderstorms swept through Fairfax County, Virginia during the evening commute, knocking out power to more than 27,000 customers and downing trees and wires across multiple communities. The Burke area was among the hardest hit, with reports of roof damage and tornado-like destruction attributed to straight-line winds.

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Nikkei index hits record close

A financial data monitor at a currency trading company in Tokyo shows the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average gaining over 3,100 points to hit an all-time high on a closing basis on June 25, 2026.

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Japan's Fuji Electric workers detained in China

Photo taken on June 25, 2026, shows a plant run by a company of Japan's Fuji Electric Co. group in Dalian, China. Two Japanese Fuji Electric employees were detained in May in the northeastern Chinese city, possibly over attempts to take rare earth-related products overseas, according to sources familiar with the matter.

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Japan's Fuji Electric workers detained in China

Photo taken on June 25, 2026, shows a plant run by a company of Japan's Fuji Electric Co. group in Dalian, China. Two Japanese Fuji Electric employees were detained in May in the northeastern Chinese city, possibly over attempts to take rare earth-related products overseas, according to sources familiar with the matter.

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Japan's Fuji Electric workers detained in China

Photo taken on June 25, 2026, shows a plant run by a company of Japan's Fuji Electric Co. group in Dalian, China. Two Japanese Fuji Electric employees were detained in May in the northeastern Chinese city, possibly over attempts to take rare earth-related products overseas, according to sources familiar with the matter.

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Japan's Fuji Electric workers detained in China

Photo taken on June 25, 2026, shows a plant run by a company of Japan's Fuji Electric Co. group in Dalian, China. Two Japanese Fuji Electric employees were detained in May in the northeastern Chinese city, possibly over attempts to take rare earth-related products overseas, according to sources familiar with the matter.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Japan defender Ko Itakura waves to supporters after a training session in Dallas, Texas, on June 24, 2026, ahead of a World Cup football group match against Sweden.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki attempts to catch the ball during a training session in Dallas, Texas, on June 24, 2026, ahead of a World Cup football group match against Sweden.

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Online U.N. symposium on N. Korea's abductions of Japanese

U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz gives a video message on June 24, 2026, for an online U.N. symposium on North Korea's abductions of Japanese nationals in the 1970s and 1980s.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Twins

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) reacts after getting Minnesota Twins' Ryan Kreidler to ground out in the fourth inning of a baseball game at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on June 24, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Twins

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) reacts after getting Minnesota Twins' Ryan Kreidler to ground out in the fourth inning of a baseball game at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on June 24, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Twins

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani heads to first base after hitting an RBI single in the third inning of a baseball game against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on June 24, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Japan's Keito Nakamura waves to fans following a training session in Dallas, Texas, on June 24, 2026, ahead of a World Cup football group match against Sweden.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Twins

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani heads to first base after hitting an RBI single in the third inning of a baseball game against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on June 24, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Twins

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani heads to first base after hitting an RBI single in the third inning of a baseball game against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on June 24, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Twins

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani walks back to the dugout after the second inning, in which he allowed three runs, during a baseball game against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on June 24, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Japan's Ao Tanaka speaks to the press following a training session in Dallas, Texas, on June 24, 2026, ahead of a World Cup football group match against Sweden.

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Football: Ronaldinho

Brazil football legend Ronaldinho, 46, holds a Ravenna jersey after announcing his return to professional football with the Italian Serie C club at an event in Miami, Florida, on June 23, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Brazil's Neymar (2nd from L) attempts to dribble past Scotland's Scott McTominay (4), Lewis Ferguson (19), Kenny McLean (23) during the second half of a World Cup Group C match at Miami Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, on June 24, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Twins

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani speaks with catcher Dalton Rushing on the mound after giving up a run due to Rushing's passed ball in the second inning of a baseball game against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on June 24, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Twins

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani reacts to left fielder Ryan Ward's diving catch on a fly ball hit by Minnesota Twins' Byron Buxton in the first inning of a baseball game at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on June 24, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Twins

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani speaks with catcher Dalton Rushing on the mound after giving up a run due to Rushing's passed ball in the second inning of a baseball game against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on June 24, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Twins

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani speaks with catcher Dalton Rushing on the mound after giving up a run due to Rushing's passed ball in the second inning of a baseball game against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on June 24, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Twins

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani reacts to left fielder Ryan Ward's diving catch on a fly ball hit by Minnesota Twins' Byron Buxton in the first inning of a baseball game at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on June 24, 2026.

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Japan: Magnitude 6.9 Earthquake Strikes Off Iwate Coast 2

A magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck off the coast of Iwate Prefecture, Japan, on Thursday morning, June 25, triggering an upper-5 intensity shaking in Aomori Prefecture, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. No tsunami threat was reported, though the quake, which occurred at a depth of approximately 50 kilometers, caused disruptions to Shinkansen and other rail services.

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US: Aerial Footage Captures Massive Smoke From Iron Fire Burning in Utah 2

The Iron Fire, which broke out in Juab County, Utah, has burned over 37,000 acres. The fire forced the evacuation of the entire town of Eureka, with hundreds of firefighters from a multi-agency team deployed to battle the human-caused blaze.

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Venezuela: Powerful Quake Levels Buildings in La Guaira

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck near Montalbán, Venezuela, on Wednesday, June 24, causing buildings to collapse in the capital Caracas and triggering a tsunami advisory. La Guaira, a port city north of Caracas, was among the hardest-hit areas. This video shows Eduard's Hotel Boutique, which was nearly completely destroyed.

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Japan Emperor Naruhito in Belgium

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (front, L) and Belgian King Philippe (front, R) are pictured after visiting KU Leuven, a Catholic research university in the city of Leuven, on June 24, 2026, during the emperor's official visit to Belgium.

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Japan Emperor Naruhito in Belgium

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (front, L) and Belgian King Philippe (front, R) are pictured after visiting KU Leuven, a Catholic research university in the city of Leuven, on June 24, 2026, during the emperor's official visit to Belgium.

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Japan's Emperor Naruhito in Belgium

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (3rd from R), accompanied by Belgium's King Philippe (2nd from R), visits the library at KU Leuven, a Catholic research university in the city of Leuven, on June 24, 2026, during his official visit to Belgium.

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Japan's Emperor Naruhito in Belgium

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (L) visits the library at KU Leuven, a Catholic research university in the city of Leuven, on June 24, 2026, during his official visit to Belgium.

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Japan Emperor Naruhito in Belgium

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (2nd from R), accompanied by Belgium's King Philippe (R), visits the library at KU Leuven, a Catholic research university in the city of Leuven, on June 24, 2026, during his official visit to Belgium.

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Japan's Emperor Naruhito in Belgium

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (2nd from R), accompanied by Belgium's King Philippe (L), visits the library at KU Leuven, a Catholic research university in the city of Leuven, on June 24, 2026, during his official visit to Belgium.

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Japan Emperor Naruhito in Belgium

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (front, L) and Belgian King Philippe (front, 2nd from R) are pictured after visiting KU Leuven, a Catholic research university in the city of Leuven, on June 24, 2026, during the emperor's official visit to Belgium. (Pool photo)

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Japan: Quake Damage Seen at Convenience Store in Hachinohe After M6.9 Tremor

A magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck off the coast of Iwate Prefecture, Japan, on Thursday morning, triggering upper-5 seismic intensity in Aomori Prefecture, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. No tsunami threat was reported, though the quake, which occurred at a depth of approximately 50 kilometers, caused disruptions to Shinkansen and other rail services. This video shows products, including a broken wine bottle, scattered on the floor of a convenience store in Hachinohe, Aomori Prefecture.

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Japan Emperor Naruhito in Belgium

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (L) and Belgium's King Philippe (2nd from L) are greeted by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Maxime Prevot (R) in Namur on June 24, 2026, during the emperor's official visit to Belgium. (Pool photo)