Australia: Thousands Protest Israeli President Herzog’s Visit Amid Heavy Security 4

Thousands of people across Australia protested Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit, with major rallies in Sydney, Melbourne, and Hobart. Demonstrators condemned Israel’s actions in Gaza and called for Herzog to be investigated for war crimes, while police enforced heightened security measures and protest restrictions, particularly in Sydney, leading to clashes and arrests.

Australia: Thousands Protest Israeli President Herzog’s Visit Amid Heavy Security 3

Thousands of people across Australia protested Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit, with major rallies in Sydney, Melbourne, and Hobart. Demonstrators condemned Israel’s actions in Gaza and called for Herzog to be investigated for war crimes, while police enforced heightened security measures and protest restrictions, particularly in Sydney, leading to clashes and arrests.

Australia: Thousands Protest Israeli President Herzog’s Visit Amid Heavy Security 2

Thousands of people across Australia protested Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit, with major rallies in Sydney, Melbourne, and Hobart. Demonstrators condemned Israel’s actions in Gaza and called for Herzog to be investigated for war crimes, while police enforced heightened security measures and protest restrictions, particularly in Sydney, leading to clashes and arrests.

Australia: Thousands Protest Israeli President Herzog’s Visit Amid Heavy Security

Thousands of people across Australia protested Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit, with major rallies in Sydney, Melbourne, and Hobart. Demonstrators condemned Israel’s actions in Gaza and called for Herzog to be investigated for war crimes, while police enforced heightened security measures and protest restrictions, particularly in Sydney, leading to clashes and arrests.

Daihatsu “e-Hiace Cargo” and “e-Atrai” Press Conference

Daihatsu “e-Hiace Cargo” and “e-Atrai” Press Conference

Daihatsu “e-Hiace Cargo” and “e-Atrai” Press Conference. Photo shows the “External Power Supply Attachment” for supplying power while keeping doors and windows closed.=February 2,2026,Tokyo

Nikkei jumps over 5% to record high

Nikkei jumps over 5% to record high

A financial data monitor in Tokyo shows the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average trading above the 57,000 line for the first time following a gain of more than 3,000 points during the morning session on Feb. 9, 2026, after Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party scored a landslide victory in the House of Representatives election.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

Democratic Party for the People leader Yuichiro Tamaki is pictured during a media interview in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

Democratic Party for the People leader Yuichiro Tamaki is pictured during a media interview in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

Democratic Party for the People leader Yuichiro Tamaki is pictured during a media interview in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

Democratic Party for the People leader Yuichiro Tamaki (R) speaks during a media interview in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

Democratic Party for the People leader Yuichiro Tamaki speaks during a media interview in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

Baseball: MLB training

Baseball: MLB training

Chicago White Sox infielder Munetaka Murakami takes fielding practice at the club's training facility in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 8, 2026, training independently for the new MLB campaign and the upcoming World Baseball Classic before the team's spring camp for position players opens on Feb. 15.

Baseball: MLB training

Baseball: MLB training

Chicago White Sox infielder Munetaka Murakami takes fielding practice at the club's training facility in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 8, 2026, training independently for the new MLB campaign and the upcoming World Baseball Classic before the team's spring camp for position players opens on Feb. 15.

Baseball: MLB training

Baseball: MLB training

Chicago White Sox infielder Munetaka Murakami takes fielding practice at the club's training facility in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 8, 2026, training independently for the new MLB campaign and the upcoming World Baseball Classic before the team's spring camp for position players opens on Feb. 15.

US: Arctic Front Triggers Snow Squall Warning Across Parts Of New Jersey

An arctic front moved through the Northeast on Friday, February 7, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a Snow Squall Warning for parts of New Jersey. This intense system brought sudden gusty winds and poor visibility, creating hazardous conditions across the area.

US: Massive Ice Volcano Forms At Letchworth State Park Amid Winter Weather Advisories

A massive "ice volcano" was formed at Letchworth State Park, spanning Livingston and Wyoming counties, in upstate New York, as a frozen fountain inched upward to create a spectacular icy geyser. The phenomenon occurred amid a Cold Weather Advisory for western New York, where dangerously low wind chills posed a severe risk of frostbite.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

Election officials count votes in Tokyo for the House of Representatives election on Feb. 8, 2026.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

Election officials count votes in Tokyo for the House of Representatives election on Feb. 8, 2026.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

Election officials count votes in Tokyo for the House of Representatives election on Feb. 8, 2026.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

Election officials count votes in Tokyo for the House of Representatives election on Feb. 8, 2026.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

Election officials count votes in Tokyo for the House of Representatives election on Feb. 8, 2026.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi poses for photos as she attaches a rosette to the name of a Liberal Democratic Party candidate assured of victory at the party headquarters in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

Democratic Party for the People leader Yuichiro Tamaki speaks during a media interview in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

Democratic Party for the People leader Yuichiro Tamaki speaks during a media interview in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, following a general election.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

Democratic Party for the People leader Yuichiro Tamaki celebrates in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, after being assured of victory in the House of Representatives election.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

Democratic Party for the People leader Yuichiro Tamaki celebrates in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, after being assured of victory in the House of Representatives election.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

Democratic Party for the People leader Yuichiro Tamaki reacts in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, after being assured of victory in the House of Representatives election.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

Liberal Democratic Party Secretary General Shunichi Suzuki (4th from L) and senior executives of the ruling party clap their hands on Feb. 8, 2026, at the party's headquarters in Tokyo during voting counting for the House of Representatives election.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

A board with posters of candidates for the House of Representatives election stands in the snow in Otaru in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on Feb. 8, 2026.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

A board with posters of candidates for the House of Representatives election stands in the snow in Otaru in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on Feb. 8, 2026.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

A board with posters of candidates for the House of Representatives election stands in the snow in Sapporo in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on Feb. 6, 2026.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

A board with posters of candidates for the House of Representatives election stands in the snow in Sapporo in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on Feb. 6, 2026.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

People head to a polling station for the House of Representatives election in Otaru in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on Feb. 8, 2026.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

Shunichi Suzuki, secretary general of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party, speaks during a media interview at the party's headquarters in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026, after polls for a general election closed.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

People head to a polling station for the House of Representatives election in Otaru in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on Feb. 8, 2026.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

People head to a polling station for the House of Representatives election in Otaru in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on Feb. 8, 2026.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

People walk after visiting a polling station for the House of Representatives election in the northeastern Japan city of Aomori on Feb. 8, 2026.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

People walk after visiting a polling station for the House of Representatives election in the northeastern Japan city of Aomori on Feb. 8, 2026.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

People head to a polling station for the House of Representatives election in Sapporo in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on Feb. 8, 2026.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

A ballot box is pictured at a polling station for the House of Representatives election in Tokyo on Feb. 8, 2026.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

People head to a polling station for the House of Representatives election in Sapporo in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on Feb. 8, 2026.

General election in Japan

General election in Japan

People head to a polling station for the House of Representatives election in Sapporo in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on Feb. 8, 2026.

Taiwanese diver dies amid search at 1942 mine accident site in Japan

Taiwanese diver dies amid search at 1942 mine accident site in Japan

Firefighters (front) head to rescue a Taiwanese diver who suffered a seizure while taking part in a search for remains at the site of a 1942 undersea coal mine disaster in Ube in Yamaguchi Prefecture, western Japan, on Feb. 7, 2026. The diver was later confirmed dead.

Taiwanese diver dies amid search at 1942 mine accident site in Japan

Taiwanese diver dies amid search at 1942 mine accident site in Japan

Firefighters head to rescue a Taiwanese diver who suffered a seizure while taking part in a search for remains at the site of a 1942 undersea coal mine disaster in Ube in Yamaguchi Prefecture, western Japan, on Feb. 7, 2026. The diver was later confirmed dead.

Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Japan's Kira Kimura (C) poses for a photo after winning the men's snowboard big air gold at the Milan Cortina Olympics at Livigno Snow Park in Livigno, Italy, on Feb. 7, 2026, alongside silver medalist Ryoma Kimata (L) of Japan and bronze medalist Su Yiming of China.

Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Japan's Kira Kimura (C) poses for a photo after winning the men's snowboard big air gold at the Milan Cortina Olympics at Livigno Snow Park in Livigno, Italy, on Feb. 7, 2026, alongside silver medalist Ryoma Kimata (L) of Japan and bronze medalist Su Yiming of China.

Traditional bean-throwing event

NACHIKATSUURA, Japan, Jan. 27 Kyodo - A traditional bean-throwing event is held at the World Heritage-listed Fudarakusan-ji temple in Nachikatsuura in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on Jan. 27, 2026, for Setsubun celebration in February. (Kyodo)

Japan: Self Defense Force Requested for Spreading Wildfire in Western Saitama

A wildfire that was initially contained after breaking out in Chichibu, western Saitama, on Wednesday, February 4, expanded to 40 hectares after reigniting Thursday night. The prefectural government was prompted to request the dispatch of the Self-Defense Forces on Friday to combat the spreading blaze.

Denmark: Heavy Snowfall Brings Much of Country to Standstill

Heavy snowfall brought much of Denmark to a standstill on Friday, February 6, following a severe weather warning for blizzards issued by the Danish Meteorological Institute on Wednesday. The storm forced authorities to close schools and cancel flights, with residents in Copenhagen and surrounding areas urged to stay indoors.

Toyota CFO Kon to replace Sato as CEO from April 1

Toyota CFO Kon to replace Sato as CEO from April 1

Toyota Motor Corp. Chief Financial Officer Kenta Kon (R) and Chief Executive Officer Koji Sato pose for a photo during a press conference in Tokyo on Feb. 6, 2026, after the company announced Kon will succeed Sato as CEO, effective April 1.