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Japan: Baby Macaque “Punch” Wins Hearts After Finding Comfort in Plush Surrogacy

A six-month-old Japanese macaque named Punch at Ichikawa City Zoo has gained attention in Japan and abroad. After being rejected by his first-time mother, he was hand-raised by staff and often clung to an orangutan plush toy as a surrogate comfort, touching many hearts. Even after rejoining the troop, he kept the toy for a while, but he is gradually bonding with other monkeys and growing stronger. On social media, the hashtag “#GoPunch” has spread, with visitors continuing to cheer him on.

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China: Mother and Daughter Rescued After Falling Into Icy Kanas River in Xinjiang

On February 10, 2026, in Xinjiang, northwestern China, a video described a mother and daughter who fell into the Kanas River while traveling in Xinjiang. The river water contained unmelted snow and felt extremely cold. According to the description, the pair accidentally slipped into the water during their outing. The icy conditions made the situation dangerous and difficult. A group of nearby people quickly stepped in to help. With coordinated effort, the rescuers pulled both individuals out of the river and brought them to safety.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Japanese ski jumper Nozomi Maruyama (L) touches a photo of her deceased mother, Nobuko, held by her father, Mamoru, after competing in the women's large hill individual event at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 15, 2026, at Predazzo Ski Jumping Stadium in Predazzo, Italy.

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Families of abductees meet with PM Takaichi

Takuya Yokota (R), head of a group representing the families of Japanese nationals abducted by North Korea in the 1970s and 1980s, speaks during a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi at the prime minister's office in Tokyo on Feb. 16, 2026. Sitting next to him is his mother Sakie, whose daughter Megumi was abducted by North Korea in 1977 at age 13.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Japanese ski jumper Nozomi Maruyama poses with her father Mamoru who is holding a photo of her deceased mother, Nobuko, after competing in the women's large hill individual event at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 15, 2026, at Predazzo Ski Jumping Stadium in Predazzo, Italy.

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China: Mother Hen Tries to Defend Chicks as Eagle Snatches One in Village Courtyard

On January 18, 2026, in Chongqing’s Jiangjin District, a video captured the dramatic moment an eagle swooped down toward a group of chicks in a village courtyard. The mother hen reacted immediately, spreading her wings and charging at the predator, but one of the chicks was caught and taken away.

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China: Rare Two-Faced Kitten Born in Anhui Province

In Anhui, China, on Tuesday, January 27, a mother cat gave birth to a rare two-faced kitten with two distinct faces on a single body. According to the owner, the kitten remained in relatively stable condition following its birth.

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Abductee's mother Sakie Yokota

Sakie Yokota, whose daughter Megumi was abducted by North Korea in 1977 at age 13, meets the press in Kawasaki near Tokyo on Jan. 27, 2026, before turning 90 on Feb. 4.

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Abductee's mother Sakie Yokota

Sakie Yokota, whose daughter Megumi was abducted by North Korea in 1977 at age 13, meets the press in Kawasaki near Tokyo on Jan. 27, 2026, before turning 90 on Feb. 4.

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Abductee's mother Sakie Yokota

Sakie Yokota, whose daughter Megumi was abducted by North Korea in 1977 at age 13, meets the press in Kawasaki near Tokyo on Jan. 27, 2026, before turning 90 on Feb. 4.

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Abductee's mother Sakie Yokota

Sakie Yokota, whose daughter Megumi was abducted by North Korea in 1977 at age 13, meets the press in Kawasaki near Tokyo on Jan. 27, 2026, before turning 90 on Feb. 4.

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China: Dog in Guangdong Nurses Puppies and Cat

On January 11, 2026, in Guangdong Province, southern China, a video recorded a gentle dog mother lying at a doorway while nursing her two puppies. Unexpectedly, a small kitten nestled beside them, also drinking milk as if part of the family. The puppies showed no resistance, happily sharing their mother with the feline newcomer. The dog mother herself remained calm and accepting, allowing all three little ones to feed peacefully.

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US: Cat Mother Drags Reluctant Kitten Across Living Room

On November 20, 2025, a mother cat was captured on camera grabbing her kitten by the head and carrying it into the living room, staggering slightly under the kitten's weight. The kitten loudly protested, clearly not wanting to be moved, and ran away as soon as the mother cat put him down. The mother cat looked up at her owner, her expression a mixture of helplessness and apologetic. The scene humorously suggested that, like human children, baby animals often resist their parents' guidance. This brief moment vividly illustrated the universal difficulty of "parenting."

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. On the photo His Eminence Stephanos, Metropolitan of Tallinn and all Estonia with Bishop Andreas. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. On the photo His Eminence Stephanos, Metropolitan of Tallinn and all Estonia with Bishop Andreas. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. On the photo His Eminence Stephanos, Metropolitan of Tallinn and all Estonia with Bishop Andreas. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. On the photo His Eminence Stephanos, Metropolitan of Tallinn and all Estonia with Bishop Andreas. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. On the photo His Eminence Stephanos, Metropolitan of Tallinn and all Estonia with Bishop Andreas. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. On the photo His Eminence Stephanos, Metropolitan of Tallinn and all Estonia with Bishop Andreas. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. On the photo His Eminence Stephanos, Metropolitan of Tallinn and all Estonia with Bishop Andreas. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. On the photo His Eminence Stephanos, Metropolitan of Tallinn and all Estonia with Bishop Andreas. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. On the photo His Eminence Stephanos, Metropolitan of Tallinn and all Estonia with Bishop Andreas. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. On the photo His Eminence Stephanos, Metropolitan of Tallinn and all Estonia with Bishop Andreas. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. On the photo Andres PÃµder, Archbishop Emeritus of the Estonian Evangelical Lutheran Church and His Eminence Stephanos, Metropolitan of Tallinn and all Estonia. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. On the photo His Eminence Stephanos, Metropolitan of Tallinn and all Estonia with Bishop Andreas. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. On the photo His Eminence Stephanos, Metropolitan of Tallinn and all Estonia with Bishop Andreas. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. On the photo His Eminence Stephanos, Metropolitan of Tallinn and all Estonia. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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The new Bishop of Tartu

18.01.2026, Tartu. The enthronement of Bishop-elect Andreas as Bishop of Tartu took place during the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Mother of God in Tartu. On the photo His Eminence Stephanos, Metropolitan of Tallinn and all Estonia with Bishop Andreas. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees