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US: Fast-Moving Springs Fire Breaks Out in Riverside County, Prompting Evacuations 2

The Springs Fire broke out east of Moreno Valley in Riverside County on Friday, April 3, quickly spreading to more than 4,000 acres and prompting evacuation orders for nearby residents, including the campus of Moreno Valley College. The fire was driven by strong winds with no injuries reported.

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US: Fast-Moving Springs Fire Breaks Out in Riverside County, Prompting Evacuations

The Springs Fire broke out east of Moreno Valley in Riverside County on Friday, April 3, quickly spreading to more than 4,000 acres and prompting evacuation orders for nearby residents, including the campus of Moreno Valley College. The fire was driven by strong winds with no injuries reported.

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Japan: Man Arrested After Setting Fire at Iconic Shibuya Scramble Crossing

A man in his 50s scattered a flammable liquid and set it on fire at the iconic Shibuya Scramble Crossing on Friday, April 3. He turned himself in at a nearby police station about 20 minutes later, and was arrested on suspicion of obstructing traffic. The fire was put out by police officers and no one was hurt.

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EU commissioner visits quake-hit Wajima in central Japan

European Commissioner for Crisis Management Hadja Lahbib (front, R) visits on April 3, 2026, the former site of a morning market in Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture, gutted by fire following a massive earthquake that devastated central Japan's Noto Peninsula area in January 2024.

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EU commissioner visits quake-hit Wajima in central Japan

European Commissioner for Crisis Management Hadja Lahbib (back, L) visits on April 3, 2026, a temple in Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture, damaged by a massive earthquake that devastated central Japan's Noto Peninsula area in January 2024.

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EU commissioner visits quake-hit Wajima in central Japan

European Commissioner for Crisis Management Hadja Lahbib (back, L) visits on April 3, 2026, a temple in Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture, damaged by a massive earthquake that devastated central Japan's Noto Peninsula area in January 2024.

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Football: Base camp for Japan World Cup squad

Photo taken in Nashville, Tennessee, on April 2, 2026, shows a football ground at the training center that will serve as the base camp for Japan squad members during the 2026 World Cup finals, co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States, opening in June.

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Football: Base camp for Japan World Cup squad

Photo taken in Nashville, Tennessee, on April 2, 2026, shows the interior of a training center that will serve as the base camp for Japan squad members during the 2026 football World Cup finals, co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States, opening in June.

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Football: Base camp for Japan World Cup squad

Photo taken in Nashville, Tennessee, on April 2, 2026, shows the training center to be used as the base camp for Japan squad members during the 2026 football World Cup finals, co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States, opening in June.

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Football: Base camp for Japan World Cup squad

Photo taken in Nashville, Tennessee, on April 2, 2026, shows the interior of a training center that will serve as the base camp for Japan squad members during the 2026 football World Cup finals, co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States, opening in June.

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Football: Base camp for Japan World Cup squad

Photo taken in Nashville, Tennessee, on April 2, 2026, shows the interior of a training center that will serve as the base camp for Japan squad members during the 2026 football World Cup finals, co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States, opening in June.

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China: Two Wild Leopard Cats Caught Fighting in Car Headlights on Highway

On December 25, 2025, on the Sichuan–Tibet highway in Qinghai, a driver stopped to rest and caught two leopard cats wrestling in the headlights. The wild cats fought intensely, completely unfazed by the car or its passengers.

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China: Kitten Startled by Its Own Reflection in Mirror

On March 22, 2026, a video was filmed in Yunnan Province, southwestern China, showing a kitten noticing its reflection in a mirror. The kitten seemed surprised and confused by its own image, reacting as if another animal were standing before it.

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Japan launches ticket system targeting rule-breaking cyclists

A cyclist is stopped by police officers in Tokyo on April 1, 2026, following the launch the same day of a "blue ticket" system that allows police to crack down on cycling violations, such as using smartphones while riding, amid an increase in bicycle accidents.

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Japan launches ticket system targeting rule-breaking cyclists

A cyclist is stopped by police officers in Tokyo on April 1, 2026, following the launch the same day of a "blue ticket" system that allows police to crack down on cycling violations, such as using smartphones while riding, amid an increase in bicycle accidents.

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Japan launches ticket system targeting rule-breaking cyclists

A cyclist is stopped by police officers in Tokyo on April 1, 2026, following the launch the same day of a "blue ticket" system that allows police to crack down on cycling violations, such as using smartphones while riding, amid an increase in bicycle accidents.

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Japan launches ticket system targeting rule-breaking cyclists

A cyclist is stopped by police officers in Tokyo on April 1, 2026, following the launch the same day of a "blue ticket" system that allows police to crack down on cycling violations, such as using smartphones while riding, amid an increase in bicycle accidents.

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Humanoid robot learning athlete's running techniques

Elite long-distance runner Asahi Kuroda runs with a humanoid robot developed by GMO Internet Group at an athletic field in Kawasaki near Tokyo on April 2, 2026. The company is developing a humanoid robot that can be deployed in manufacturing processes by having robots learn athletes' running techniques.

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Humanoid robot learning athlete's running techniques

Elite long-distance runner Asahi Kuroda runs with a humanoid robot developed by GMO Internet Group at an athletic field in Kawasaki near Tokyo on April 2, 2026. The company is developing a humanoid robot that can be deployed in manufacturing processes by having robots learn athletes' running techniques.

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Japan: Crows Ruin Rapunzel’s Hair at Tokyo DisneySea

A shocking incident was witnessed at Tokyo DisneySea on April 1, as a couple of crows repeatedly pulled at the hair of a Rapunzel statue at the Rapunzel's Lantern Festival attraction, inspired by the movie Tangled. Despite the relentless pecking leaving her hair disheveled, the Rapunzel figure continued singing atop her tower, creating a surreal and oddly amusing scene. Some visitors expressed sympathy for the statue.

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Japan-France summit

French President Emmanuel Macron (R), accompanied by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, receives a guard of honor ahead of their talks at the State Guest House in Tokyo on April 1, 2026.

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Japan-France summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (R) shakes hands with French President Emmanuel Macron, accompanied by his wife Brigitte Macron, at the State Guest House in Tokyo on April 1, 2026.

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Baseball: Guardians vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (L) moves to cover first base on a ground ball hit by Chase DeLauter of the Cleveland Guardians in the first inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on March 31, 2026.

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Baseball: Guardians vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani fails to catch a ball hit by Brayan Rocchio of the Cleveland Guardians in the third inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on March 31, 2026.

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Baseball: Guardians vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani attempts to catch a ball hit by Brayan Rocchio of the Cleveland Guardians in the third inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on March 31, 2026.

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Baseball: Guardians vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani attempts to catch a ball hit by Brayan Rocchio of the Cleveland Guardians in the third inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on March 31, 2026.

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Baseball: Guardians vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani attempts to catch a ball hit by Brayan Rocchio of the Cleveland Guardians in the third inning of a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on March 31, 2026.

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China: Cat Remains Still as Fur Catches Fire Beside Open Flame in Guangdong

On November 27, 2025, in Guangdong, China, the video captured a white cat sitting beside a small open fire used for warming. As the fire continued burning, the fur on the cat’s backside slowly caught fire and became visibly singed. Despite the fur being burned, the cat showed no immediate reaction and remained in the same position, seemingly unaware that its tail had already been damaged by the heat.

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Iran-Turkey border

People depart for Iran through the Kapikoy border crossing in eastern Turkey on March 24, 2026, following attacks launched by the United States and Israel on Iran.

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Iran-Turkey border

Women with suitcases depart for Iran through the Kapikoy border crossing in eastern Turkey on March 24, 2026, following attacks launched by the United States and Israel on Iran.

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Traditional dance performance in Kyoto

A final practice session is held in Kyoto on March 31, 2026, ahead of dance performances by Japanese traditional female entertainers called "geiko" and their "maiko" apprentices, set to be held from April 1 to 30.

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Traditional dance performance in Kyoto

A final practice session is held in Kyoto on March 31, 2026, ahead of dance performances by Japanese traditional female entertainers called "geiko" and their "maiko" apprentices, set to be held from April 1 to 30.

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Traditional dance performance in Kyoto

A final practice session is held in Kyoto on March 31, 2026, ahead of dance performances by Japanese traditional female entertainers called "geiko" and their "maiko" apprentices, set to be held from April 1 to 30.

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Traditional dance performance in Kyoto

A final practice session is held in Kyoto on March 31, 2026, ahead of dance performances by Japanese traditional female entertainers called "geiko" and their "maiko" apprentices, set to be held from April 1 to 30.

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Astronaut Furukawa to leave JAXA

Japanese astronaut Satoshi Furukawa, 61, receives a bouquet at the end of a press conference in Tokyo on March 30, 2026, after announcing he will leave the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency the next day. A qualified doctor, Furukawa undertook two long-term missions at the International Space Station -- in 2011 and from 2023 to 2024 -- while employed by JAXA.

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Astronaut Furukawa to leave JAXA

Japanese astronaut Satoshi Furukawa, 61, holds a press conference in Tokyo on March 30, 2026, announcing he will leave the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency the next day. A qualified doctor, Furukawa undertook two long-term missions at the International Space Station -- in 2011 and from 2023 to 2024 -- while employed by JAXA.

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China: Children Nearly Hit by Sudden Water Tornado in Henan

On March 22, 2026, in Xinyang, Henan, China, a sudden water tornado formed on a calm pond and rushed toward a group of children playing nearby — then vanished within seconds. The children were unharmed.

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Figure skating: ISU awards

Ilia Malinin of the United States smiles as his free skating costume, designed by Satomi Ito, wins the Best Costume award at the ISU Figure Skating Awards ceremony in Prague on March 29, 2026, following the world championships.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Large Hail, Damaging Winds and Tornado Threat to Midwest 3

Severe thunderstorms swept across the Midwest on Thursday, March 26, 2026, bringing large hail, damaging winds, and tornado threats to Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. The National Weather Service issued watches and warnings across the region. Hail as large as baseball-sized was reported in some areas, while wind gusts reached up to 75 mph in parts of Central Illinois. Tornado watches were also issued for parts of Ohio. By midnight, the storms began to exit the region, leaving behind localized flooding and a sharp drop in temperatures.

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Baseball: White Sox vs. Brewers

Chicago White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami is greeted by teammates in the dugout after hitting a solo home run in the second inning of a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on March 29, 2026, for his third homer in as many games since his Major League debut.

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Baseball: White Sox vs. Brewers

Chicago White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami is greeted by teammates in the dugout after hitting a solo home run in the second inning of a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on March 29, 2026, for his third homer in as many games since his Major League debut.

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Online press conference by Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy speaks during an online press conference on March 28, 2026.

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Baseball: Diamondbacks vs. Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers short stop Mookie Betts (50) is greeted by Shohei Ohtani after hitting a three-run home run in the third inning of a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on March 27, 2026.

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UK: Tens of Thousands March in London in Stand Against Far-Right Extremism

Tens of thousands of people marched through central London on March 28, in what organizers called the largest ever anti-far-right demonstration in British history. The march was organized by the Together Alliance, a coalition of approximately 500 groups including trade unions and anti-racism campaigners, with police estimating the crowd at around 50,000.

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Football: Japan vs. Scotland

Japan's Junya Ito (2nd from R) is congratulated by teammates after scoring in the second half of an international football friendly against Scotland on March 28, 2026, in Glasgow, Scotland.

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Football: Japan vs. Scotland

Japan's Junya Ito (2nd from R) is congratulated by teammates after scoring in the second half of an international football friendly against Scotland on March 28, 2026, in Glasgow, Scotland.

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Air Japan's final flight

Crew members of Air Japan, a medium-priced international flight brand launched by ANA Holdings Inc. in February 2024 that has financially underperformed, pose at Narita airport near Tokyo on March 28, 2026, before the brand's final flight bound for Bangkok.

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Air Japan's final flight

Photo taken at Narita airport near Tokyo on March 28, 2026, shows a plane of Air Japan, a medium-priced international flight brand launched by ANA Holdings Inc. in February 2024 that has financially underperformed. The brand's final flight bound for Bangkok departed the airport the same day, after carrying about 960,000 people in two years.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Large Hail, Damaging Winds and Tornado Threat to Midwest 2

Severe thunderstorms swept across the Midwest on Thursday, March 26, 2026, bringing large hail, damaging winds, and tornado threats to Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. The National Weather Service issued watches and warnings across the region. Hail as large as baseball-sized was reported in some areas, while wind gusts reached up to 75 mph in parts of Central Illinois. Tornado watches were also issued for parts of Ohio. By midnight, the storms began to exit the region, leaving behind localized flooding and a sharp drop in temperatures.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Large Hail, Damaging Winds and Tornado Threat to Midwest

Severe thunderstorms swept across the Midwest on Thursday, March 26, 2026, bringing large hail, damaging winds, and tornado threats to Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. The National Weather Service issued watches and warnings across the region. Hail as large as baseball-sized was reported in some areas, while wind gusts reached up to 75 mph in parts of Central Illinois. Tornado watches were also issued for parts of Ohio. By midnight, the storms began to exit the region, leaving behind localized flooding and a sharp drop in temperatures.