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Memorial For Nanjing Massacre Victims - China

A national memorial ceremony for the Nanjing Massacre victims is held at the Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders in Nanjing, capital of east China's Jiangsu Province, Dec. 13, 2025. The 12th national memorial day was observed in Nanjing on Saturday to honor about 300,000 victims killed by Japanese troops during the Nanjing Massacre, in a year that marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II WWII. Photo by Li Bo /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Memorial For Nanjing Massacre Victims - China

A national memorial ceremony for the Nanjing Massacre victims is held at the Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders in Nanjing, capital of east China's Jiangsu Province, Dec. 13, 2025. The 12th national memorial day was observed in Nanjing on Saturday to honor about 300,000 victims killed by Japanese troops during the Nanjing Massacre, in a year that marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II WWII. Photo by Li Xiang /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Memorial For Nanjing Massacre Victims - China

A national memorial ceremony for the Nanjing Massacre victims is held at the Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders in Nanjing, capital of east China's Jiangsu Province, Dec. 13, 2025. The 12th national memorial day was observed in Nanjing on Saturday to honor about 300,000 victims killed by Japanese troops during the Nanjing Massacre, in a year that marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II WWII. Photo by Li Bo /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Memorial For Nanjing Massacre Victims - China

A national memorial ceremony for the Nanjing Massacre victims is held at the Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders in Nanjing, capital of east China's Jiangsu Province, Dec. 13, 2025. The 12th national memorial day was observed in Nanjing on Saturday to honor about 300,000 victims killed by Japanese troops during the Nanjing Massacre, in a year that marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II WWII. Photo by Li Bo /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Memorial For Nanjing Massacre Victims - China

A national memorial ceremony for the Nanjing Massacre victims is held at the Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders in Nanjing, capital of east China's Jiangsu Province, Dec. 13, 2025. The 12th national memorial day was observed in Nanjing on Saturday to honor about 300,000 victims killed by Japanese troops during the Nanjing Massacre, in a year that marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II WWII. Photo by Ji Chunpeng /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Memorial For Nanjing Massacre Victims - China

A national memorial ceremony for the Nanjing Massacre victims is held at the Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders in Nanjing, capital of east China's Jiangsu Province, Dec. 13, 2025. The 12th national memorial day was observed in Nanjing on Saturday to honor about 300,000 victims killed by Japanese troops during the Nanjing Massacre, in a year that marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II WWII. Photo by Li Xiang /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Memorial For Nanjing Massacre Victims - China

A national memorial ceremony for the Nanjing Massacre victims is held at the Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders in Nanjing, capital of east China's Jiangsu Province, Dec. 13, 2025. The 12th national memorial day was observed in Nanjing on Saturday to honor about 300,000 victims killed by Japanese troops during the Nanjing Massacre, in a year that marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II WWII. Photo by Ji Chunpeng /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Memorial For Nanjing Massacre Victims - China

A national memorial ceremony for the Nanjing Massacre victims is held at the Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders in Nanjing, capital of east China's Jiangsu Province, Dec. 13, 2025. The 12th national memorial day was observed in Nanjing on Saturday to honor about 300,000 victims killed by Japanese troops during the Nanjing Massacre, in a year that marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II WWII. Photo by Ji Chunpeng /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Memorial For Nanjing Massacre Victims - China

A national memorial ceremony for the Nanjing Massacre victims is held at the Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders in Nanjing, capital of east China's Jiangsu Province, Dec. 13, 2025. The 12th national memorial day was observed in Nanjing on Saturday to honor about 300,000 victims killed by Japanese troops during the Nanjing Massacre, in a year that marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II WWII. Photo by Ji Chunpeng /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Memorial For Nanjing Massacre Victims - China

A national memorial ceremony for the Nanjing Massacre victims is held at the Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders in Nanjing, capital of east China's Jiangsu Province, Dec. 13, 2025. The 12th national memorial day was observed in Nanjing on Saturday to honor about 300,000 victims killed by Japanese troops during the Nanjing Massacre, in a year that marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II WWII. Photo by Li Bo /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Memorial For Nanjing Massacre Victims - China

A national memorial ceremony for the Nanjing Massacre victims is held at the Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders in Nanjing, capital of east China's Jiangsu Province, Dec. 13, 2025. The 12th national memorial day was observed in Nanjing on Saturday to honor about 300,000 victims killed by Japanese troops during the Nanjing Massacre, in a year that marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II WWII. Photo by Ji Chunpeng /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Memorial For Nanjing Massacre Victims - China

A national memorial ceremony for the Nanjing Massacre victims is held at the Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders in Nanjing, capital of east China's Jiangsu Province, Dec. 13, 2025. The 12th national memorial day was observed in Nanjing on Saturday to honor about 300,000 victims killed by Japanese troops during the Nanjing Massacre, in a year that marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II WWII. Photo by Li Bo /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Japan imperial family

Tokyo Gov. Yuriko Koike (far L) talks to Japan's Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako and their daughter Aiko (far R) on Oct. 23, 2025, at the Tokyo metropolitan memorial hall, which honors the estimated 100,000 people killed during U.S. air raids on the capital on the night of March 10, 1945, toward the end of World War II. (Pool photo)

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Philippines: Typhoon Kalmaegi Triggers Severe Flooding, Displacing Thousands 4

At least 140 people have died and 127 remain missing after Typhoon Kalmaegi struck the Philippines, with the central province of Cebu suffering the worst damage from floods and mudslides. Homes were destroyed and streets were left buried in debris, forcing thousands of residents to evacuate. In Cebu, floodwaters rose to roof level in some areas. A state of calamity has been declared in Cebu to speed up emergency response as rescue operations continue.

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Emperor visits WWII victim memorial hall in Tokyo

Japanese Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako (2nd from R) and their daughter, Princess Aiko, meet with a bereaved family member at the Tokyo metropolitan memorial hall on Oct. 23, 2025. It honors an estimated 100,000 people who were killed in a single night during U.S. air raids toward the end of World War II on March 10, 1945. (Pool photo)

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Emperor visits WWII victim memorial hall in Tokyo

Japanese Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako (2nd from R) and their daughter, Princess Aiko, meet with a bereaved family member at the Tokyo metropolitan memorial hall on Oct. 23, 2025. It honors an estimated 100,000 people who were killed in a single night during U.S. air raids toward the end of World War II on March 10, 1945. (Pool photo)

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Emperor visits WWII victim memorial hall in Tokyo

Japanese Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako (C) and their daughter, Princess Aiko, offer flowers at the Tokyo metropolitan memorial hall on Oct. 23, 2025. It honors an estimated 100,000 people who were killed in a single night during U.S. air raids toward the end of World War II on March 10, 1945. (Pool photo)

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Emperor visits WWII victim memorial hall in Tokyo

Japanese Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako (C) and their daughter, Princess Aiko, bow at the Tokyo metropolitan memorial hall on Oct. 23, 2025. It honors an estimated 100,000 people who were killed in a single night during U.S. air raids toward the end of World War II on March 10, 1945. (Pool photo)

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Japan marks 80th anniv. of WWII surrender

TOKYO, Japan, Aug. 15 Kyodo - A memorial ceremony for the war dead is held at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2025, the 80th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II. (Kyodo)

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Japan marks 80th anniv. of WWII surrender

A memorial ceremony for the war dead is held at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2025, the 80th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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haJapan marks 80th anniv. of WWII surrender

Attendees observe a moment of silence during a memorial ceremony for the war dead at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2025, the 80th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Japan marks 80th anniv. of WWII surrender

People lay flowers during a memorial ceremony for the war dead at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2025, the 80th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Japan marks 80th anniv. of WWII surrender

People lay flowers during a memorial ceremony for the war dead at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2025, the 80th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Japan marks 80th anniv. of WWII surrender

People offer silent prayers during a memorial ceremony for the war dead at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2025, the 80th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Japan marks 80th anniv. of WWII surrender

People offer silent prayers during a memorial ceremony for the war dead at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2025, the 80th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Japan marks 80th anniv. of WWII surrender

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba lays flowers during a memorial ceremony for the war dead at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2025, the 80th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Japan marks 80th anniv. of WWII surrender

Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako observe a moment of silence at a memorial ceremony for war dead at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2025, the 80th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Japan marks 80th anniv. of WWII surrender

Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako observe a moment of silence at a memorial ceremony for war dead at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2025, the 80th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Japan marks 80th anniv. of WWII surrender

Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako observe a moment of silence at a memorial ceremony for war dead at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2025, the 80th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Japan marks 80th anniv. of WWII surrender

Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako observe a moment of silence at a memorial ceremony for war dead at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2025, the 80th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Japan marks 80th anniv. of WWII surrender

Japan's Emperor Naruhito, accompanied by Empress Masako, delivers a speech at a memorial ceremony for the war dead at Nihon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2025, the 80th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II.

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Japan marks 80th anniv. of WWII surrender

Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako observe a moment of silence at a memorial ceremony for the war dead at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2025, the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II.

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Japan marks 80th anniv. of WWII surrender

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba delivers a speech during a memorial ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2025.

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Japan marks 80th anniv. of WWII surrender

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba delivers a speech during a memorial ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2025.

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Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Sightings Across The World 7

Comet C/2023A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS), a comet visible only once every 80,000 years has been spotted streaking across skies around the world.

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Japan marks 79th anniv. of WWII surrender

TOKYO, Japan, Aug. 15 Kyodo - Attendees observe a moment of silence during a memorial ceremony marking the 79th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2024. (Kyodo)

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Japan marks 79th anniv. of WWII surrender

Attendees observe a moment of silence during a memorial ceremony marking the 79th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2024.

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Japan marks 79th anniv. of WWII surrender

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida delivers a speech during a memorial ceremony marking the 79th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2024.

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Japan marks 79th anniv. of WWII surrender

Japanese Emperor Naruhito, accompanied by Empress Masako, delivers a speech during a memorial ceremony marking the 79th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2024.

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Japan marks 79th anniv. of WWII surrender

Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako observe a moment of silence during a memorial ceremony marking the 79th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2024.

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Japan marks 79th anniv. of WWII surrender

Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako attend a memorial ceremony marking the 79th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2024.

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Japan marks 79th anniv. of WWII surrender

Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako observe a moment of silence during a memorial ceremony marking the 79th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2024.

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Japan marks 79th anniv. of WWII surrender

Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako observe a moment of silence during a memorial ceremony marking the 79th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2024.

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Japan marks 79th anniv. of WWII surrender

Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako attend a memorial ceremony marking the 79th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2024.

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Japan marks 79th anniv. of WWII surrender

Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako attend a memorial ceremony marking the 79th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II at Nippon Budokan hall in Tokyo on Aug. 15, 2024.

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CHINA-BEIJING-CENTRAL AXIS-LISTED UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE (CN)

(240727) -- BEIJING, July 27, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on May 31, 2024 shows the Chairman Mao Memorial Hall, Zhengyangmen Gate and Zhengyangmen arrow tower (L to R) in Beijing, capital of China. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on Saturday announced the inclusion of the Beijing Central Axis: A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital, into its world heritage list. So far, China has a total of 59 World Heritage Sites. Beijing Central Axis, initially established in the 13th century and formed in the 16th century, runs through the old city of Beijing from north to south. It has become the longest urban axis in the world today, spanning 7.8 kilometers. The heritage area of the Beijing Central Axis covers 589 hectares, with a buffer zone of 4,542 hectares. Its location, layout, urban form, and design reflect the ancient Chinese tradition of urban planning, serving as an important emblem that highlights the disti

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US: Multiple Arrested At Pro-Palestine Protest Outside NYU Stern School Of Business

Hundreds of pro-Palestinian demonstrators, including students and faculty members, rallied outside the New York University Stern School of Business on Monday, April 22. As the protest intensified, multiple protesters were taken into custody.

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Belgium: Protesting Farmers Arrive At EU Capital Brussels With Tractors 3

Hundreds of farmers arrived at the EU Capital Brussels with tractors on Monday morning, February 26, ahead of the EU agriculture ministers’ meeting. Chaotic scene erupted as police deployed water cannons to deter demonstrators away from EU institutions and rowdy protesters setting fires, dumping manure, and driving their trucks onto roadblocks.

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In Harbin's icy embrace, tourists flock to offer condolences, cherish memories

STORY: In Harbin's icy embrace, tourists flock to offer condolences, cherish memories SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 26, 2024 DATELINE: Feb. 8, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:40 LOCATION: HARBIN, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of visitors in the Exhibition Hall of Evidence of Crimes Committed by Unit 731 of the Japanese Imperial Army STORYLINE: Harbin, the capital of northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, has emerged as a top winter destination since the beginning of the year. However, amid the joyous festivities at popular spots like the Ice-Snow World theme park, tens of thousands have also flocked to a memorial outside the city center. Braving the freezing weather, people queue up patiently to enter the Exhibition Hall of Evidence of Crimes Committed by Unit 731 of the Japanese Imperial Army. The notorious Unit 731 was a top-secret biological and chemical warfare research base established in Harbin as the nerve center for Japanese biological warfare in China and Southeast Asia during World War II. At least 3

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CHINA-NANJING MASSACRE VICTIMS-CANDLE LIGHT-COMMEMORATION (CN)

(231213) -- NANJING, Dec. 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People attend a candle light vigil at the Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders in Nanjing, capital of east China's Jiangsu Province, Dec. 13, 2023. In 2014, China's top legislature designated Dec. 13 as the national memorial day for the victims of the Nanjing Massacre, which took place when Japanese troops captured the city on Dec. 13, 1937. The Japanese invaders brutally killed approximately 300,000 Chinese civilians and unarmed soldiers in over six weeks, marking one of the most barbaric episodes of World War II. (Xinhua/Liu Wenhui)