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US: Massive Warehouse Fire Destroys Medline Distribution Center in Northern California

A massive fire broke out at a Medline distribution warehouse in Tracy, Northern California, on Thursday, June 11, destroying the one-million-square-foot facility and sending a large column of black smoke into the sky. The blaze started around 1 p.m. and prompted evacuations in the surrounding area.

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China: Wedding Feast Carries On as Heavy Rain Floods Venue in Shaanxi

This unforgettable scene was captured in Weinan, Shaanxi Province, on May 18, 2026. It looks like a party on a river, but it’s actually an outdoor wedding feast. A sudden heavy downpour flooded the square with dozens of centimeters of water. Relatives and friends sit around dozens of round tables, watching the ceremony and waiting for the meal. Thankfully, the organizers set up cozy canopies and fences, keeping guests dry. Rain can’t stop love and blessings—everyone shows up in the storm to celebrate the newlyweds.

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New Zealand: Landslide Hits Mount Maunganui 3

Six people, including two teenagers, are missing after a major landslide struck a local campground in Mount Maunganui on Thursday, January 22. Police are also seeking information on three others as search and rescue operations continue in a dangerous environment, with authorities describing the incident as a national tragedy and the community rallying to support affected families.

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Illustration - Londres

GREAT BRITAIN. LONDON. ALDGATE NEIGHBORHOOD. IN THE BACKGROUND, THE MODERN WALKIE-TALKIE TOWER IN THE HEART OF THE CITY. Photo by Stephane Frances/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Londres

GREAT BRITAIN. LONDON. ALDGATE NEIGHBORHOOD. IN THE BACKGROUND, THE MODERN WALKIE-TALKIE TOWER IN THE HEART OF THE CITY. Photo by Stephane Frances/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Londres

GREAT BRITAIN. LONDON. ALDGATE NEIGHBORHOOD. IN THE BACKGROUND, THE MODERN WALKIE-TALKIE TOWER IN THE HEART OF THE CITY. Photo by Stephane Frances/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Londres

GREAT BRITAIN. LONDON. ALDGATE DISTRICT. IN THE BACKGROUND, THE MODERN ?SCALPEL? TOWER IN THE HEART OF THE CITY Photo by Stephane Frances/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Londres

UNITED KINGDOM. LONDON. THE SHARD TOWER. FORMERLY THE LONDON BRIDGE TOWER, IS A SKYSCRAPER OF OFFICES AND LUXURY HOUSING LOCATED IN THE BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK, ON THE SOUTH BANK OF THE RIVER THAMES Photo by Stephane Frances/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Londres

UNITED KINGDOM. LONDON. THE SHARD TOWER. FORMERLY THE LONDON BRIDGE TOWER, IS A SKYSCRAPER OF OFFICES AND LUXURY HOUSING LOCATED IN THE BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK, ON THE SOUTH BANK OF THE RIVER THAMES Photo by Stephane Frances/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Londres

UNITED KINGDOM. LONDON. THE SHARD TOWER. FORMERLY THE LONDON BRIDGE TOWER, IS A SKYSCRAPER OF OFFICES AND LUXURY HOUSING LOCATED IN THE BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK, ON THE SOUTH BANK OF THE RIVER THAMES Photo by Stephane Frances/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Londres

UNITED KINGDOM. LONDON. THE SHARD TOWER. FORMERLY THE LONDON BRIDGE TOWER, IS A SKYSCRAPER OF OFFICES AND LUXURY HOUSING LOCATED IN THE BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK, ON THE SOUTH BANK OF THE RIVER THAMES Photo by Stephane Frances/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Philippines: Typhoon Kalmaegi Triggers Severe Flooding, Displacing Thousands 2

Severe flooding has submerged towns and displaced hundreds of thousands as Typhoon Kalmaegi battered the central Philippines. Rivers overflowed in Cebu and nearby islands, forcing residents onto rooftops while cars and containers were swept through the streets. Local officials said some evacuation centers were inundated, and many survivors of a recent earthquake had to be evacuated again. More than 380,000 people fled their homes across the Visayas, southern Luzon, and northern Mindanao. Kalmaegi, locally named Tino, made landfall late Monday, November 3 with winds of up to 130 kph before moving toward the South China Sea on Tuesday, November 4.

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China: Tourists and Locals Rescue Yaks from Mud Pit in Qinghai

In Qinghai, China, tourists and locals joined forces with an excavator operator to rescue four yaks stuck in deep mud on September 30, 2025. After spotting the trapped animals, the tourists alerted a herdsman and enlisted help from a nearby construction site. Working for nearly an hour, they freed all four yaks safely. The herdsman said the rescue prevented losses of over RMB 40,000.

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London Lights Up for 80th VJ Day Commemoration - UK

The Big Ben is lit up to mark the 80th anniversary of Britain's Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, in London, Britain, on Aug. 15, 2025. As Friday marks the 80th anniversary of Britain's Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, the kingdom commemorated the occasion with a series of events. From 9 p.m. on Friday evening, hundreds of buildings and sites were illuminated to mark the day, including Buckingham Palace, 10 Downing Street, the Houses of Parliament, the Tower of London, and the White Cliffs of Dover. Photo by Ray Tang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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London Lights Up for 80th VJ Day Commemoration - UK

The Houses of Parliament are lit up to mark the 80th anniversary of Britain's Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, in London, Britain, on Aug. 15, 2025. As Friday marks the 80th anniversary of Britain's Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, the kingdom commemorated the occasion with a series of events. From 9 p.m. on Friday evening, hundreds of buildings and sites were illuminated to mark the day, including Buckingham Palace, 10 Downing Street, the Houses of Parliament, the Tower of London, and the White Cliffs of Dover. Photo by Ray Tang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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London Lights Up for 80th VJ Day Commemoration - UK

The Big Ben is lit up to mark the 80th anniversary of Britain's Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, in London, Britain, on Aug. 15, 2025. As Friday marks the 80th anniversary of Britain's Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, the kingdom commemorated the occasion with a series of events. From 9 p.m. on Friday evening, hundreds of buildings and sites were illuminated to mark the day, including Buckingham Palace, 10 Downing Street, the Houses of Parliament, the Tower of London, and the White Cliffs of Dover. Photo by Ray Tang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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London Lights Up for 80th VJ Day Commemoration - UK

The Cenotaph is lit up to mark the 80th anniversary of Britain's Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, in London, Britain, on Aug. 15, 2025. As Friday marks the 80th anniversary of Britain's Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, the kingdom commemorated the occasion with a series of events. From 9 p.m. on Friday evening, hundreds of buildings and sites were illuminated to mark the day, including Buckingham Palace, 10 Downing Street, the Houses of Parliament, the Tower of London, and the White Cliffs of Dover. Photo by Ray Tang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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London Lights Up for 80th VJ Day Commemoration - UK

Buckingham Palace is lit up to mark the 80th anniversary of Britain's Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, in London, Britain, on Aug. 15, 2025. As Friday marks the 80th anniversary of Britain's Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, the kingdom commemorated the occasion with a series of events. From 9 p.m. on Friday evening, hundreds of buildings and sites were illuminated to mark the day, including Buckingham Palace, 10 Downing Street, the Houses of Parliament, the Tower of London, and the White Cliffs of Dover. Photo by Ray Tang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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London Lights Up for 80th VJ Day Commemoration - UK

Buckingham Palace is lit up to mark the 80th anniversary of Britain's Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, in London, Britain, on Aug. 15, 2025. As Friday marks the 80th anniversary of Britain's Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, the kingdom commemorated the occasion with a series of events. From 9 p.m. on Friday evening, hundreds of buildings and sites were illuminated to mark the day, including Buckingham Palace, 10 Downing Street, the Houses of Parliament, the Tower of London, and the White Cliffs of Dover. Photo by Ray Tang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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London Lights Up for 80th VJ Day Commemoration - UK

The Houses of Parliament are lit up to mark the 80th anniversary of Britain's Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, in London, Britain, on Aug. 15, 2025. As Friday marks the 80th anniversary of Britain's Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, the kingdom commemorated the occasion with a series of events. From 9 p.m. on Friday evening, hundreds of buildings and sites were illuminated to mark the day, including Buckingham Palace, 10 Downing Street, the Houses of Parliament, the Tower of London, and the White Cliffs of Dover. Photo by Ray Tang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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London Lights Up for 80th VJ Day Commemoration - UK

The Cenotaph is lit up to mark the 80th anniversary of Britain's Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, in London, Britain, on Aug. 15, 2025. As Friday marks the 80th anniversary of Britain's Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, the kingdom commemorated the occasion with a series of events. From 9 p.m. on Friday evening, hundreds of buildings and sites were illuminated to mark the day, including Buckingham Palace, 10 Downing Street, the Houses of Parliament, the Tower of London, and the White Cliffs of Dover. Photo by Ray Tang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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London Lights Up for 80th VJ Day Commemoration - UK

The Big Ben is lit up to mark the 80th anniversary of Britain's Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, in London, Britain, on Aug. 15, 2025. As Friday marks the 80th anniversary of Britain's Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, the kingdom commemorated the occasion with a series of events. From 9 p.m. on Friday evening, hundreds of buildings and sites were illuminated to mark the day, including Buckingham Palace, 10 Downing Street, the Houses of Parliament, the Tower of London, and the White Cliffs of Dover. Photo by Ray Tang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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London Lights Up for 80th VJ Day Commemoration - UK

Buckingham Palace is lit up to mark the 80th anniversary of Britain's Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, in London, Britain, on Aug. 15, 2025. As Friday marks the 80th anniversary of Britain's Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, the kingdom commemorated the occasion with a series of events. From 9 p.m. on Friday evening, hundreds of buildings and sites were illuminated to mark the day, including Buckingham Palace, 10 Downing Street, the Houses of Parliament, the Tower of London, and the White Cliffs of Dover. Photo by Ray Tang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: North Dakota Sees Powerful Winds Amid Tornado-Producing Storm

Severe weather swept across the upper Midwest on Friday, June 20, bringing powerful winds and leaving at least 3 dead in North Dakota as a tornado ripped through the area.

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China: Typhoon Wutip Darkens Hainan Skies Ahead of Landfall in Hainan

This is the terrifying moment a massive wall of dark clouds engulfed the skies over Hainan as Typhoon Wutip approached southern China. On June 11, 2025, in Hainan, China, video captured thick, menacing clouds rolling in ahead of Typhoon Wutip's landfall. The sky turned eerily dark as the season’s first typhoon neared, creating a heavy, ominous atmosphere. The storm made landfall around 11 p.m. on June 13 along the coast of Dongfang, a city in Hainan, with winds reaching up to 30 meters per second and a central pressure of 980 hPa. Heavy rain swept through southern parts of the island, with some areas experiencing torrential downpours and localized extreme rainfall. According to China National Radio, by June 15, Typhoon Wutip had weakened into a tropical depression after moving inland into Jiangxi Province, and continued to lose strength. The video ends with the storm clouds blanketing the landscape as residents brace for the typhoon’s impact.

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Ceramic red poppies in London

About 30,000 ceramic red poppies are on display at the Tower of London in London on May 6, 2025, for the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II.

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Japan: Heavy Snowfall Hits Sea Of Japan Coast 4

Heavy snowfall has battered a wide area of Japan, especially the Hokuriku region along the Sea of Japan coast. This video shows blizzard conditions in the city Otaru, Hokkaido.

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US: EF-1 Tornado Touches Down In Athens, AL, Leaving Devastating Damage

The National Weather Service in Huntsville has confirmed that an EF-1 tornado touched down in downtown Athens, Alabama, on Saturday night, December 28.

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Philippines: Typhoon Yinxing Makes Landfall In Cagayan, Damaging Infrastructure 3

Typhoon Yinxing, known as Marce in the Philippines, made landfall near Santa Ana, Cagayan, on Thursday afternoon, November 7, forcing more than 21,000 people to evacuate and damaging two domestic airports and homes. Telecommunications and power supplies have remained down due to damaged cables and power lines, severely affecting residents in the affected areas.

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Philippines: Typhoon Yinxing Makes Landfall In Cagayan, Damaging Infrastructure 2

Typhoon Yinxing, known as Marce in the Philippines, made landfall near Santa Ana, Cagayan, on Thursday afternoon, November 7, forcing more than 21,000 people to evacuate and damaging two domestic airports and homes. Telecommunications and power supplies have remained down due to damaged cables and power lines, severely affecting residents in the affected areas.

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Thailand: Overflowing Of Ping River Causes Flooding In Chiang Mai Amid Rainy Season 3

Water levels in the Ping River rose, causing severe flooding across Chiang Mai on September 25 and affecting infrastructure. Small vehicles were stranded on flooded roads, and local shops and stalls were forced to close.

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UK: Building Fire Breaks Out In East London, More Than 100 Evacuate

A fire broke out from a residential and commercial building on Freshwater Road in Dagenham, East London Monday, August 26 forcing more than 100 people to evacuate. Two people were taken to hospital, according to reports.

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US: Beryl Causes Widespread Power Outages And Flooding, Leaves Multiple Dead In Texas 4

Beryl has weakened into a tropical storm after making landfall as a category 1 hurricane near Matagorda in Texas, on Monday, July 8, shortly before 4 a.m. local time. The hurricane caused power outages and life-threatening flooding and left multiple dead in Houston and the surrounding areas.

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UK: Japanese Imperial Couple State Visit – The Mall Carriage Procession

Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako commenced their 3-day state visit to the UK on Tuesday, June 25. King Charles and Queen Camilla met the imperial couple on Horse Guards Parade before traveling on royal carriages down The Mall to Buckingham Palace for a state banquet.

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UK: Japanese Imperial Couple State Visit – The Mall Carriage Procession 2

Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako commenced their 3-day state visit to the UK on Tuesday, June 25. King Charles and Queen Camilla met the imperial couple on Horse Guards Parade before traveling on royal carriages down The Mall to Buckingham Palace for a state banquet.

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BRITAIN-LONDON-CRAFT WEEK-CHINESE CRAFTSMANSHIP

(240514) -- LONDON, May 14, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Miao ethnic designer Axin (L) and his mother Yang Shiying, who has dedicated five decades to mastering Miao embroidery, show Miao embroidery at "Chinese Design: Harmony in Diversity" during the 10th London Craft Week in London, Britain, May 13, 2024. The colorful piece depicts British landmarks like the London Eye, Big Ben, and Tower Bridge alongside traditional Miao ethnic elements. The 10th London Craft Week kicked off here on Monday with hundreds of talents worldwide to celebrate craftsmanship through workshops, exhibitions, and talks across the city. Among them, several events featuring Chinese arts and crafts highlighted the fusion of tradition and innovation. TO GO WITH "Feature: London Craft Week kicks off with Chinese craftsmanship under spotlight" (Xinhua/Li Ying)

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BRITAIN-LONDON-CRAFT WEEK-CHINESE CRAFTSMANSHIP

(240514) -- LONDON, May 14, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Yang Shiying, who has dedicated five decades to mastering Miao embroidery, shows Miao embroidery at "Chinese Design: Harmony in Diversity" exhibition during the 10th London Craft Week in London, Britain, May 13, 2024. The colorful piece depicts British landmarks like the London Eye, Big Ben, and Tower Bridge alongside traditional Miao ethnic elements. The 10th London Craft Week kicked off here on Monday with hundreds of talents worldwide to celebrate craftsmanship through workshops, exhibitions, and talks across the city. Among them, several events featuring Chinese arts and crafts highlighted the fusion of tradition and innovation. TO GO WITH "Feature: London Craft Week kicks off with Chinese craftsmanship under spotlight" (Xinhua/Li Ying)

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London Craft Week kicks off with Chinese craftsmanship under spotlight

STORY: London Craft Week kicks off with Chinese craftsmanship under spotlight SHOOTING TIME: May 13, 2024 DATELINE: May 14, 2024 LENGTH: 00:05:05 LOCATION: London CATEGORY: CULTURE/ART SHOTLIST: 1. various of the "Chinese Design: Harmony in Diversity" exhibition 2. various of Yang Shiying and her son Axin displaying the art of Miao embroidery 3. various of artworks of Miao embroidery 4. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): AXIN, Miao ethnic designer 5. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): LISE BERTELSEN, Executive director at the China-Britain Business Council STORYLINE: The 10th London Craft Week kicked off on Monday with hundreds of talents worldwide to celebrate craftsmanship through workshops, exhibitions, and talks across the British capital. Among them, several events featuring Chinese arts and crafts highlighted the fusion of tradition and innovation. At the "Chinese Design: Harmony in Diversity" exhibition, a colorful piece of Miao embroidery, depicting British landmarks like the London Eye, Big Ben, and Tower Bridge

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US: Days-Long Winter Storm Dumps Heavy Snow On Sierra Nevada, Closing Roads, Schools

A days-long winter storm dumped heavy snow on the Sierra Nevada, closing major highways, ski resorts, and schools in parts of California. More than 10 feet of snow and hurricane-force wind gusts of 170 mph-plus were reported.

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US: Strong Winter Storm Brings Blizzard Conditions To Sierra Nevada

A strong winter storm hit the Sierra Nevada on Friday, March 1, bringing heavy snow and high winds. Blizzard Warnings were issued for the Sierra, including Lake Tahoe and eastern Nevada. The Sierra Avalanche Center warned that the danger of avalanches was high. Yosemite National Park and many ski resorts in the region announced they were closing at least for the day.

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BRITAIN-LONDON-CITY VIEW

(240209) -- LONDON, Feb. 9, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Feb. 8, 2024 shows a view of the Elizabeth Tower, more commonly known as Big Ben, during the twilight in London, Britain. (Xinhua/Li Ying)

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Lunar New Year observed around world with illuminated landmarks

STORY: Lunar New Year observed around world with illuminated landmarks DATELINE: Jan. 23, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:54 LOCATION: Beijing CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of celebrating the Chinese New Year 2. various of the Empire State Building in New York, U.S. 3. various of the Palace Bridge in St. Petersburg, Russia 4. various of the London Eye in London, Britain 5. various of the Tokyo Tower in Tokyo, Japan 6. various of the Thean Hou Temple in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia STORYLINE: Landmarks around the globe have been lit up in the auspicious color red to celebrate the Lunar New Year, or Spring Festival, that fell on Sunday this year. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Beijing. (XHTV)

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Japan PM Kishida in London

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida (2nd from L) and his British counterpart Rishi Sunak shake hands after their meeting at the Tower of London on Jan. 11, 2023.

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Japan PM Kishida in London

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida (C, L) and his British counterpart Rishi Sunak (R) move outside after their meeting at the Tower of London on Jan. 11, 2023.

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Japan PM Kishida in London

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida (C, L) and his British counterpart Rishi Sunak hold talks at the Tower of London on Jan. 11, 2023

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Japan PM Kishida in London

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida (2nd from L) inspects Japanese armor in the White Tower, the central keep at the Tower of London, with his British counterpart Rishi Sunak guiding him around the castle after their meeting on Jan. 11, 2023.

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Japan PM Kishida in London

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida (L) and his British counterpart Rishi Sunak shake hands during a meeting at the Tower of London on Jan. 11, 2023. (Pool photo)

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Japan PM Kishida in London

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida (L) and his British counterpart Rishi Sunak hold talks at the Tower of London on Jan. 11, 2023. (Pool photo)

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Japan PM Kishida in London

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida (L) and his British counterpart Rishi Sunak shake hands after their meeting at the Tower of London castle on Jan. 11, 2023. (Pool photo)

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Japan PM Kishida in London

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida (C) and his British counterpart Rishi Sunak (2nd from R) move outside after their meeting at the Tower of London castle on Jan. 11, 2023. (Pool photo)