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Japan main opposition party's new leader

Japan main opposition party's new leader

Junya Ogawa of the Centrist Reform Alliance speaks at the main opposition party's headquarters in Tokyo after winning its leadership election on Feb. 13, 2026.

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Japan main opposition party's new leader

Japan main opposition party's new leader

Junya Ogawa of the Centrist Reform Alliance receives applause at the main opposition party's headquarters in Tokyo after winning its leadership election on Feb. 13, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Xandra Velzeboer of the Netherlands celebrates with the national flag after winning gold in the women's 500-meter short track speed skating at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Xandra Velzeboer of the Netherlands races to gold in the women's 500-meter short track speed skating final at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Xandra Velzeboer of the Netherlands celebrates after winning gold in the women's 500-meter short track speed skating at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Arianna Fontana of Italy acknowledges the crowd after winning the silver medal in the women's 500-meter short track speed skating final at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Arianna Fontana of Italy competes in the women's 500-meter short track speed skating final at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan.

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SoftBank Group CFO Goto at press conference

SoftBank Group CFO Goto at press conference

SoftBank Group Corp. Chief Financial Officer Yoshimitsu Goto speaks at a press conference in Tokyo on Feb. 12, 2026.

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SoftBank Group CFO Goto at press conference

SoftBank Group CFO Goto at press conference

SoftBank Group Corp. Chief Financial Officer Yoshimitsu Goto speaks at a press conference in Tokyo on Feb. 12, 2026.

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China: Child Stomps in Frustration as Monkey Drinks His Iced Tea

On February 5, 2026, in Guiyang, Guizhou, a monkey startled a young boy by snatching his bottle of iced tea and drinking it. The boy was seen stomping his feet in anger and sobbing in frustration as the monkey finished the drink and walked away unbothered.

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China: Trailer Slams on Brakes to Narrowly Avoid Collision in Guangdong Tunnel

On February 6, 2026, in Guangdong, China, a car carrier trailer fishtailed and swerved to avoid colliding with a white car that had suddenly slowed down inside a tunnel. While everyone remained safe, traffic police announced that the white car driver received a deduction and a fine for causing the dangerous situation.

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Australia: Protest Erupts on Last Day of Herzog’s Visit in Melbourne 3

Around 100 pro-Palestine protesters rallied in Melbourne on Thursday, February 12, the final day of Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit to Australia, chanting slogans against him and holding signs and Palestinian flags.

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China: Helmet Cam Captures Firefighter Battling Blaze in Guangdong

A helmet camera captured a Chinese firefighter pushing into a burning building in Guangdong on January 4, 2026, advancing through thick smoke and intense heat during a dangerous rescue. The footage shows flames, drifting embers, and controlled hose bursts as the team works to bring the fire under control.

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Baseball: Dodgers manager Roberts

Baseball: Dodgers manager Roberts

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts meets the press in Scottsdale, Arizona, on Feb. 12, 2026.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Colorado Rockies pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano (R) works out during spring training in Scottsdale, Arizona, on Feb. 12, 2026. The veteran Japanese right-hander joined the MLB National League team recently.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Colorado Rockies pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano plays catch during spring training in Scottsdale, Arizona, on Feb. 12, 2026. The veteran Japanese right-hander joined the MLB National League team recently.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Colorado Rockies pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano autographs a ball for a fan during spring training in Scottsdale, Arizona, on Feb. 12, 2026. The veteran Japanese right-hander joined the MLB National League team recently.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Colorado Rockies pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano autographs a ball for a fan during spring training in Scottsdale, Arizona, on Feb. 12, 2026. The veteran Japanese right-hander joined the MLB National League team recently.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Colorado Rockies pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano plays catch during spring training in Scottsdale, Arizona, on Feb. 12, 2026. The veteran Japanese right-hander joined the MLB National League team recently.

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Baseball: MLB spring training

Baseball: MLB spring training

Colorado Rockies pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano takes fielding practice during spring training in Scottsdale, Arizona, on Feb. 12, 2026. The veteran Japanese right-hander joined the MLB National League team recently.

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Australia: Protest Erupts on Last Day of Herzog’s Visit in Melbourne 2

Around 100 pro-Palestine protesters rallied in Melbourne on Thursday, February 12, the final day of Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit to Australia, chanting slogans against him and holding signs and Palestinian flags.

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Honda motorbikes in Vietnam

Honda motorbikes in Vietnam

Honda Motor motorbikes are displayed at an event in Hanoi on Jan. 10, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Silver medalist Chloe Kim (L) of the United States and bronze medalist Mitsuki Ono of Japan congratulate each other after the women's snowboard halfpipe race at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Livigno Snow Park in Livigno, Italy.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Mitsuki Ono of Japan celebrates after winning the women's snowboard halfpipe bronze at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Livigno Snow Park in Livigno, Italy.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Italian speed skater Francesca Lollobrigida (C) celebrates after winning the women's 5,000 meters gold at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Speed Skating Stadium in Milan, alongside silver medalist Merel Conijn (L) of the Netherlands and bronze medalist Ragne Wiklund of Norway.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Italian speed skater Francesca Lollobrigida celebrates after winning the women's 5,000 meters gold at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Speed Skating Stadium in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Italian speed skater Francesca Lollobrigida competes en route to winning the women's 5,000 meters gold at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Speed Skating Stadium in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Italian speed skater Francesca Lollobrigida competes en route to winning the women's 5,000 meters gold at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Speed Skating Stadium in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Italian speed skater Francesca Lollobrigida competes en route to winning the women's 5,000 meters gold at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Speed Skating Stadium in Milan.

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Japanese visa center in Moscow

Japanese visa center in Moscow

Daiji Yamaguchi, minister at the Japanese Embassy in Russia, speaks during the opening ceremony of a Japanese visa center in Moscow on Feb. 12, 2026, to facilitate visa issuance for Russian tourists to Japan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Italian speed skater Francesca Lollobrigida competes en route to winning the women's 5,000 meters gold at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Speed Skating Stadium in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Milan Cortina Olympics: Speed skating

Italian speed skater Francesca Lollobrigida competes en route to winning the women's 5,000 meters gold at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Speed Skating Stadium in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Jens van 't Wout (3rd from L) of the Netherlands crosses the finish line in the men's 1,000-meter short track speed skating final at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan. He won gold.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Jens van 't Wout of the Netherlands celebrates with the national flag after winning gold in the men's 1,000-meter short track speed skating at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Jens van 't Wout of the Netherlands celebrates with the national flag after winning gold in the men's 1,000-meter short track speed skating at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Jens van 't Wout of the Netherlands celebrates with the national flag after winning gold in the men's 1,000-meter short track speed skating at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Jens van 't Wout of the Netherlands celebrates with the national flag after winning gold in the men's 1,000-meter short track speed skating at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Jens van 't Wout of the Netherlands leads in the men's 1,000-meter short track speed skating final at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Milan Cortina Olympics: Short track speed skating

Jens van 't Wout (top) of the Netherlands crosses the finish line in the men's 1,000-meter short track speed skating final at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan. He won gold.

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US: Thousands Gather at Lincoln Memorial as Monks End 2,300-Mile Peace Journey

About 19 Buddhist monks completed a 108-day, 2,300-mile Walk for Peace from Fort Worth, Texas, to Washington, D.C., ending with a ceremony at the Lincoln Memorial on Wednesday, February 11. Thousands gathered to welcome them as they concluded the pilgrimage with a message of peace.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Japan's Mitsuki Ono (front row, 3rd from R) holds her women's snowboard halfpipe bronze medal during a photo session after the medal ceremony at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Livigno Snow Park in Livigno, Italy. The three other Japanese snowboarders who competed in the halfpipe final can be seen in the front row -- Sena Tomita (4th from R), Rise Kudo (2nd from R) and Sara Shimizu (far R).

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Mitsuki Ono of Japan sheds tears after competing in the women's snowboard halfpipe final at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Livigno Snow Park in Livigno, Italy. She won bronze.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Mitsuki Ono of Japan sheds tears after competing in the women's snowboard halfpipe final at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Livigno Snow Park in Livigno, Italy. She won bronze.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Mitsuki Ono of Japan sheds tears after competing in the women's snowboard halfpipe final at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Livigno Snow Park in Livigno, Italy. She won bronze.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Mitsuki Ono of Japan looks at her women's snowboard halfpipe bronze medal at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Livigno Snow Park in Livigno, Italy.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Sena Tomita of Japan competes in the women's snowboard halfpipe final at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Livigno Snow Park in Livigno, Italy.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Rise Kudo of Japan competes in the women's snowboard halfpipe final at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Livigno Snow Park in Livigno, Italy.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Sara Shimizu of Japan competes in the women's snowboard halfpipe final at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Livigno Snow Park in Livigno, Italy.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Sara Shimizu of Japan competes in the women's snowboard halfpipe final at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Livigno Snow Park in Livigno, Italy.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Milan Cortina Olympics: Snowboard

Sena Tomita of Japan competes in the women's snowboard halfpipe final at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Feb. 12, 2026, at Livigno Snow Park in Livigno, Italy.

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