France: Police Fire Shot at Knife-Wielding Man in Montparnasse Station

French police shot and wounded a 34-year-old man at Montparnasse train station in central Paris on Friday, November 14, after he confronted officers while wielding a knife. The suspect, who police were investigating for domestic violence, then stabbed himself in the throat, and a bystander was also injured by a police bullet.

China: Live Baby Rabbits Rescued From Pelican’s Throat at Zoo

On May 28, 2025, at a local zoo in Yibin, Sichuan province, southwestern China, two staff members were filmed restraining a white pelican. After prying open its beak, they pulled out four to five newborn rabbits. Fortunately, the rabbits were still alive.

Canada: Wildfire Smoke Sparks Air Quality Warnings Across Nova Scotia

Smoke from the Long Lake wildfire in Annapolis County, Nova Scotia, is affecting air quality across much of the province, including Halifax, Lunenburg, Kings, and Hants counties. Environment Canada has issued warnings, noting that smoke can cause irritation to the eyes, nose, and throat, and pose health risks for the elderly, children, pregnant people, and those with chronic conditions. Residents are advised to limit outdoor activities as smoke levels fluctuate with changing winds.

Moyers Holds Note Following LBJ Surgery

Moyers Holds Note Following LBJ Surgery

White House Press Secretary Bill Moyers holds a note written by fUnited States President Lyndon B Johnson as he awoke from anesthesia following his throat and abdominal surgery on November 16, 1966 in Washington, DC. The lightly written note to the doctors asked them to “tell me something, thank you.’” The polyp that was removed from the President’s vocal cord was benign. Photo by Benjamin E. "Gene" Forte / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman injured, husband found dead, throat slit in Nantes, France on April 29 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman injured, husband found dead, throat slit in Nantes, France on April 29 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman injured, husband found dead, throat slit in Nantes, France on April 29 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman injured, husband found dead, throat slit in Nantes, France on April 29 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman injured, husband found dead, throat slit in Nantes, France on April 29 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman injured, husband found dead, throat slit in Nantes, France on April 29 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman injured, husband found dead, throat slit in Nantes, France on April 29 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman injured, husband found dead, throat slit in Nantes, France on April 29 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman injured, husband found dead, throat slit in Nantes, France on April 29 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman injured, husband found dead, throat slit in Nantes, France on April 29 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman injured, husband found dead, throat slit in Nantes, France on April 29 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman injured, husband found dead, throat slit in Nantes, France on April 29 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman Injured Husband Found Dead Throat Slit - Nantes

Woman injured, husband found dead, throat slit in Nantes, France on April 29 2025. Photo by Thomas Girard/ABACAPRESS.COM

File - Pope Jean Paul II

File - Pope Jean Paul II

File photo dated March 6, 2005. Pope John Paul II celebrates Mass before the traditional Angelus prayer, in his apartment on the 10th floor of Rome's Gemelli Polyclinic Hospital. The Pope is recovering from throat surgery. Rome Italy. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

File - Pope Jean Paul II

File - Pope Jean Paul II

File photo dated February 27, 2005. Pope John Paul II is surrounded by medical staff before he appears at the window of Rome's Gemelli hospital where he is recovering from surgery to his throat. Rome Italy. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

US Senate Democrats Weekly Luncheon Press Conference - DC

US Senate Democrats Weekly Luncheon Press Conference - DC

United States Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (Democrat of New York) clears his throat before starting the press conference for the Senate Democratic Leadership Committee outside of the Senate Chamber in the Capitol, on Tuesday January 21, 2025. They spoke of the dangers of all executive actions Trump has taken in his first day as president, stating that the “golden age” of Trump will only benefit the wealthy, given that none of the current changes initiated by Trump appear to have any longterm economic benefits. Photo by Mattie Neretin / CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM

Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome cases in Japan top 1,000

STORY: Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome cases in Japan top 1,000 SHOOTING TIME: Recent footage DATELINE: June 20, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:41 LOCATION: Tokyo CATEGORY: HEALTH SHOTLIST: 1. various of street view in Tokyo 2. photos of symptoms being infected by streptococcus pyogenes 3. various of street view in Tokyo STORYLINE: Japan has seen cases of Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome (STSS) surpass 1,000 in 2024, the National Institute of Infectious Diseases (NIID) reported on Tuesday. As of June 9, the preliminary number of cases in the country since the beginning of this year reached 1,019, data from the NIID showed, marking a significant increase in the spread of this severe bacterial infection compared to previous years. STSS, also known as severe invasive streptococcal infection, is a sudden-onset disease primarily caused by "Group A Streptococcus." Initial symptoms typically include sore throat, fever, loss of appetite, diarrhea, vomiting, and other gastrointestinal issues, as well as septic

China, France cooperate on protection, breeding of endangered wild birds

STORY: China, France cooperate on protection, breeding of endangered wild birds SHOOTING TIME: Recent footage DATELINE: March 17, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:13 LOCATION: NANCHANG, China CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of the blue-crowned laughingthrush 2. STANDUP 1 (English): CHEN YUSHAN, Xinhua correspondent 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): HONG YUANHUA, Director of the Wild Animal and Plant Protection Management Station of Wuyuan County Forestry Bureau 4. STANDUP 2 (English): CHEN YUSHAN, Xinhua correspondent 5. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): ZHANG WEIWEI, Professor of Jiangxi Agricultural University 6. STANDUP 3 (English): CHEN YUSHAN, Xinhua correspondent STORYLINE: STANDUP 1 (English): CHEN YUSHAN, Xinhua correspondent "Blue head, yellow throat and brown waist. Have you ever seen this bird before? It's blue-crowned laughingthrush, which has been listed as critically endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature. At present, there are just more than 200 wild blue-crowned laughingthrushes in the

Hospital Pathogens Detection

Hospital Pathogens Detection

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 16, 2023 - A citizen checks his mobile phone for a test report of respiratory pathogens (throat swab test) in Shanghai, China, December 16, 2023.

Hospital Pathogens Detection

Hospital Pathogens Detection

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 16, 2023 - A citizen checks his mobile phone for a test report of respiratory pathogens (throat swab test) in Shanghai, China, December 16, 2023.

Hospital Pathogens Detection

Hospital Pathogens Detection

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 16, 2023 - A citizen checks his mobile phone for a test report of respiratory pathogens (throat swab test) in Shanghai, China, December 16, 2023.

Hospital Pathogens Detection

Hospital Pathogens Detection

SHANGHAI, CHINA - DECEMBER 16, 2023 - A citizen checks his mobile phone for a test report of respiratory pathogens (throat swab test) in Shanghai, China, December 16, 2023.

Medecins du Monde Help Exiles - Briancon

Medecins du Monde Help Exiles - Briancon

The doctor examines the throat of a Moroccan exile who has bronchitis due to the passage in the mountains of the Franco-Italian border, France on May 11, 2023. Medecins du Monde provides medical follow-up to exiles arriving from Italy via the Alpine passes and who find at Refuge Solidaire a place of welcome where they can rest and take a break for a few days. Photo by Thibaut Durand /ABACAPRESS.COM

Heartwarming: Police officers rush unconscious girl to hospital in Xinjiang, China

STORY: Heartwarming: Police officers rush unconscious girl to hospital in Xinjiang, China DATELINE: March 10, 2023 LENGTH: 0:00:39 LOCATION: URUMQI, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1 various of the rescue scene STORYLINE: A girl fainted in a street as something was stuck in her throat in Aksu Prefecture, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Patrolling police officers found her and took her from her mom's arms. They rushed her to the nearest hospital and the girl was saved after timely treatment. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Urumqi, China. (XHTV)

UGANDA-MUKONO-CHINESE MEDICAL TEAM-FREE MEDICAL SERVICE

UGANDA-MUKONO-CHINESE MEDICAL TEAM-FREE MEDICAL SERVICE

(230218) -- MUKONO, Feb. 18, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Deng Fang (L), a Chinese specialist in ear, nose and throat (ENT), checks a boy's ear at a medical camp at the Katosi landing site in the Central Region district of Mukono, Uganda, on Feb. 16, 2023. Dozens of people at the Katosi landing site in the Central Region district of Mukono queued to get the free medical care provided by a visiting Chinese medical team from the Ugandan capital of Kampala. TO GO WITH "Feature: Chinese doctors touching hearts of rural communities in Uganda through health services" (Photo by Hajarah Nalwadda/Xinhua)

Demand soars for tennis star's favorite fish

Demand soars for tennis star's favorite fish

MATSUE, Japan - Inquiries have been swelling with fish merchants in western Japan about the rosy seabass, shown in this file photo taken on Sept. 29, 2014, since Japanese tennis star Kei Nishikori revealed his liking for the fish at a press conference following the 2014 U.S. Open Championships in June. The high-priced fish, called "nodoguro" (black throat) in Japan, is a specialty of his home prefecture of Shimane.

Prince Tomohito's funeral

Prince Tomohito's funeral

TOKYO, Japan - Prince Mikasa, an uncle of Emperor Akihito, and his wife Princess Yuriko (both in wheelchairs) attend the main funeral of their eldest son Prince Tomohito of Mikasa at Toshimagaoka cemetery in Tokyo's Bunkyo Ward on June 14, 2012. Prince Tomohito of Mikasa died on June 6, 2012, at the age of 66 after battling throat and tongue cancer since 1991.

Prince Tomohito's funeral

Prince Tomohito's funeral

TOKYO, Japan - Prince Mikasa, an uncle of Emperor Akihito, and his wife Princess Yuriko (both in wheelchairs) attend the main funeral of their eldest son Prince Tomohito of Mikasa at Toshimagaoka cemetery in Tokyo's Bunkyo Ward on June 14, 2012. Prince Tomohito of Mikasa died on June 6, 2012, at the age of 66 after battling throat and tongue cancer since 1991.

Prince Tomohito's funeral

Prince Tomohito's funeral

TOKYO, Japan - Princess Akiko (R), the elder daughter of Prince Tomohito of Mikasa, receives from a Shinto priest a tree branch for worshipping during the main funeral for the late prince, a cousin of Emperor Akihito, at Toshimagaoka cemetery in Tokyo's Bunkyo Ward for on June 14, 2012. Prince Tomohito of Mikasa died on June 6, 2012, at the age of 66 after battling throat and tongue cancer since 1991.

Prince Tomohito's funeral

Prince Tomohito's funeral

TOKYO, Japan - A vehicle carrying the body of Prince Tomohito of Mikasa, a cousin of Emperor Akihito, arrives at Toshimagaoka cemetery in Tokyo's Bunkyo Ward for the main funeral on June 14, 2012. The prince died on June 6, 2012, at the age of 66 after battling throat and tongue cancer since 1991.

Prince Tomohito's funeral

Prince Tomohito's funeral

TOKYO, Japan - (from front R) Princess Akiko, Princess Yoko, Crown Prince Naruhito and Crown Princess Masako attend the main funeral of Prince Tomohito of Mikasa, a cousin of Emperor Akihito, at Toshimagaoka cemetery in Tokyo's Bunkyo Ward for on June 14, 2012. Princess Akiko is the elder daughter of the late prince and Princess Yoko is the younger daughter. Prince Tomohito of Mikasa died on June 6, 2012, at the age of 66 after battling throat and tongue cancer since 1991.

Prince Tomohito undergoes surgery

Prince Tomohito undergoes surgery

TOKYO, Japan - Kyoundo Hospital director Satoshi Ebihara briefs reporters on the operation for throat cancer on Prince Tomohito of Mikasa, a cousin of Emperor Akihito, at the Imperial Household Agency in Tokyo on Dec. 14, 2010. He said the 64-year-old prince had two cancerous lesions removed during surgery performed the same day by Ebihara at the hospital in Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward.

'Robocop' sumo wrestler comes under throat attack

'Robocop' sumo wrestler comes under throat attack

TOKYO, Japan - Rank-and-filer Takamisakari (top) resists an arm attack to the throat by rank-and-filer Koryu on the 12th day of the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament at Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on Jan. 21, 2010. Takamisakari, a No. 11 maegashira dubbed ''Robocop,'' fell in the ring and dropped to 6-6.

Japanese rock singer Imawano dies at 58

Japanese rock singer Imawano dies at 58

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese rock singer Kiyoshiro Imawano (file photo taken in September, 1999) died of a lymphatic disease at a Tokyo hospital on May 2. He was 58. Imawano was diagnosed with throat cancer in July 2006, and was in and out of hospital for treatment.

Asashoryu smashes Aminishiki to stay among leading trio

Asashoryu smashes Aminishiki to stay among leading trio

TOKYO, Japan - Yokozuna Asashoryu (L) wins over Aminishiki by grabbing the sekiwake by the throat and sending him crashing onto his back at the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament at Tokyo's Ryogoku Kokugikan on Jan. 18. The yokozuna preserved his unbeaten record along with his fellow Mongolian yokozuna Hakuho and rank-and-filer Tochiozan, and stayed on track to complete a comeback on the eighth day of the 15-day tourney.

Prince Tomohito of Mikasa to receive treatment for alcoholism

Prince Tomohito of Mikasa to receive treatment for alcoholism

TOKYO, Japan - Japan's Prince Tomohito of Mikasa (file photo), a cousin of Emperor Akihito, needs to receive treatment for alcohol dependency for more than a month at the Imperial Household Hospital, the Imperial Household Agency said June 22. Prince Tomohito is suffering severe insomnia and difficulty in swallowing food, the agency said. Prince Tomohito has gone through seven operations to remove tumors from his throat and esophagus since 1991.

Ex-Osaka governor, comedian Knock Yokoyama dies at 75

Ex-Osaka governor, comedian Knock Yokoyama dies at 75

TOKYO, Japan - Former Osaka governor and comedian Knock Yokoyama (file photo taken in 1999) dies of throat cancer on May 3 at the age of 75. Yokoyama, whose real name was Isamu Yamada, was forced to resign from office after being charged with molesting a woman during his reelection campaign in 1999.

Prince Tomohito recurs cancer, to undergo surgery on Mon.

Prince Tomohito recurs cancer, to undergo surgery on Mon.

TOKYO, Japan - Prince Tomohito of Mikasa (in file photo), a cousin of Emperor Akihito, developed cancer in the throat and will undergo a surgery on Feb. 29 at the National Cancer Center in Tokyo, the Imperial Household Agency said on Feb. 14. The 60-year-old prince was diagnosed as early cancer after signs of cancer in the oropharynx were found during a regular checkup held Feb. 7 at the center, the agency said.

CD-, DVD-attached confectionery selling fast

CD-, DVD-attached confectionery selling fast

TOKYO, Japan - Throat candy ''Karaokemax,'' put on sale by Daiichikosho Co. at its karaoke parlors, is attached to CD and a booklet for teaching singing.

Hokutoriki maintained his lead

Hokutoriki maintained his lead

TOKYO, Japan - Top maegashira Hokutoriki (R) deploys a menacing throat grab to knock Kotonowaka to keep a spotless record at the Summer Grand Sumo Tournament at Tokyo's Ryogoku Kokugikan on May 15.

Chiyotaikai beats Miyabiyama at summer sumo

Chiyotaikai beats Miyabiyama at summer sumo

TOKYO, Japan - Ozeki Chiyotaikai (back) took down Miyabiyama in the blink of an eye when he got a firm right-handed grip on the komusubi's throat and pulled him down to preserve his perfect record.

(2)Dozens of baseball fans involved in skirmish

(2)Dozens of baseball fans involved in skirmish

GIFU, Japan - Fire department officials carry one of spectators complaining of a sore throat from Nagaragawa stadium in the city of Gifu on June 11. About 20 people were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment after a substance resembling tear gas was thrown into a passage way from the stands following a game between the Hanshin Tigers and the Chunichi Dragons.

121 people sickened by tear gas attack in Tokyo

121 people sickened by tear gas attack in Tokyo

TOKYO, Japan - A woman receives treatment Oct. 7 in the Kabukicho entertainment district in Tokyo's Shinjuku Ward. She was one of 121 people who suffered eye and throat burns from a tear gas attack at two bars there.

Asashoryu keeps flawless record

Asashoryu keeps flawless record

TOKYO, Japan - Ozeki Asashoryu sends komusubi Takamisakari reeling over the edge with a fierce throat-grab, remaining the only grappler with a flawless 6-0 record at the 15-day Autumn Grand Sumo Tournament at Tokyo's Ryogoku Kokugikan on Sept. 13.

23 taken to hospital after inhaling fumes at nursery school

23 taken to hospital after inhaling fumes at nursery school

TOKYO, Japan - Children are taken out of a nursery school in Tokyo on May 1 after complaining of throat pain and feeling nauseous from what appeared to be paint thinner fumes. Twenty-three children and staff at Funabori Chuo Hoikuen were taken to hospitals, but none showed serious signs of illness.

Wakanohana suffers 1st loss of New Year sumo tourney

Wakanohana suffers 1st loss of New Year sumo tourney

Yokozuna Wakanohana (R) hits a roadblock Jan. 22 as he lost his 1st bout of the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament to sekiwake Musoyama (L). Musoyama went on the attack from the outset, forcing Wakanohana back with a violent arm thrust to the throat shortly after the face-off of the penultimate bout at Tokyo's Ryogoku Kokugikan.