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Football: 2026 World Cup

Spain's Lamine Yamal (L) celebrates following a 1-0 victory over Argentina in the football World Cup final at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on July 19, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Spain's Lamine Yamal (L) celebrates with a teammate following a 1-0 victory over Argentina in the football World Cup final at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on July 19, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Argentina's Lionel Messi (far R) leaves the pitch following a 1-0 loss to Spain in the World Cup football final at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on July 19, 2026.

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UK: Wildfire Erupts at Headon Warren on the Isle of Wight

A wildfire broke out at Headon Warren on the Isle of Wight on Thursday, 23 July, spreading across 25 hectares of protected heathland. The cause remains unknown as firefighters continue battling the blaze.

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"Cruelly hot day" in central Japan

A woman sprinkles water on a street in Mino in Gifu Prefecture on July 24, 2026, as the mercury reaches 40.2 C in the central Japan city, topping 40 C to mark a "cruelly hot day," the term used by the weather agency this year for temperatures of 40 C or higher.

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Japanese Red Army member Kozo Okamoto dies at 78

Japanese Red Army member Kozo Okamoto is pictured in Beirut while living in exile in the Lebanese capital on May 30 2022. His support group the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine said on July 23, 2026, that Okamoto died at 78 near Beirut. Okamoto and two other Red Army members launched the 1972 attack on Tel Aviv's international airport using assault rifles and hand grenades, leaving over 20 people dead.

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Japanese Red Army member Kozo Okamoto dies at 78

Japanese Red Army member Kozo Okamoto speaks during an interview in Beirut while living in exile in the Lebanese capital on May 4, 2016. His support group the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine said on July 23, 2026, that Okamoto died at 78 near Beirut. Okamoto and two other Red Army members launched the 1972 attack on Tel Aviv's international airport using assault rifles and hand grenades, leaving over 20 people dead. ==Kyodo

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Football: Japan head coach Moriyasu

Japan men's football team head coach Hajime Moriyasu speaks at a press conference at a hotel in Tokyo on July 24, 2026.

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Football: Japan head coach Moriyasu

Japan men's football team head coach Hajime Moriyasu speaks at a press conference at a hotel in Tokyo on July 24, 2026.

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Football: Japan head coach Moriyasu

Japan men's football team head coach Hajime Moriyasu speaks at a press conference at a hotel in Tokyo on July 24, 2026.

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China: Kitten’s Boxing “Training” Session Goes Viral in Wuhan

A kitten in Wuhan, Hubei, was filmed repeatedly punching a hanging toy inside a cardboard box, comically resembling a boxer hitting a speed bag. The playful clip humorously frames the behavior as training for a fight.

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Princess Kako at high school equestrian competition

Japan's Princess Kako addresses the opening ceremony of the national high school equestrian competition at the equestrian sports center in Gotemba, Shizuoka Prefecture, on July 24, 2026.

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Princess Kako at high school equestrian competition

Japan's Princess Kako addresses the opening ceremony of the national high school equestrian competition at the equestrian sports center in Gotemba, Shizuoka Prefecture, on July 24, 2026.

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Princess Kako at high school equestrian competition

Japan's Princess Kako (C, back) attends the opening ceremony of the national high school equestrian competition at the equestrian sports center in Gotemba, Shizuoka Prefecture, on July 24, 2026.

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Princess Kako at high school equestrian competition

Japan's Princess Kako attends the opening ceremony of the national high school equestrian competition at the equestrian sports center in Gotemba, Shizuoka Prefecture, on July 24, 2026.

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Princess Kako at high school equestrian competition

Japan's Princess Kako arrives to attend the opening ceremony of the national high school equestrian competition at the equestrian sports center in Gotemba, Shizuoka Prefecture, on July 24, 2026.

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Princess Kako at high school equestrian competition

Japan's Princess Kako attends the opening ceremony of the national high school equestrian competition at the equestrian sports center in Gotemba, Shizuoka Prefecture, on July 24, 2026.

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Princess Kako at high school equestrian competition

Japan's Princess Kako attends the opening ceremony of the national high school equestrian competition at the equestrian sports center in Gotemba, Shizuoka Prefecture, on July 24, 2026.

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Princess Kako at high school equestrian competition

Japan's Princess Kako arrives to attend the opening ceremony of the national high school equestrian competition at the equestrian sports center in Gotemba, Shizuoka Prefecture, on July 24, 2026.

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Japan PM Takaichi

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi addresses a regular general meeting of the Japanese Institute of Certified Public Accountants at a hotel in Tokyo on July 22, 2026.

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Japanese Finance Minister Katayama

Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama addresses a regular general meeting of the Japanese Institute of Certified Public Accountants at a hotel in Tokyo on July 22, 2026.

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Japan PM Takaichi

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi addresses a regular general meeting of the Japanese Institute of Certified Public Accountants at a hotel in Tokyo on July 22, 2026.

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China: Dust Devil Spotted Near Heidushan in Gobi Desert, Qinghai

A dust devil was spotted in the Heidushan area of the Gobi Desert in Qinghai, China, on July 21, 2026, sending a swirling column of sand high into the sky.

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China: Playful Barber Gives Baby Chick a Haircut in Hangzhou

A barber in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, was filmed trimming the downy feathers on a small chick's head with scissors, in a lighthearted clip showcasing his skills. The chick remained still throughout, unbothered by the snipping and careful handling.

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China: Dog Covers Rice With Cloth Before Rain Arrives in Guangdong

A golden retriever in Guangdong, China, was filmed on July 21, 2026, covering rice drying outside with a cloth before rain arrived, after its owners asked it to protect the rice while they were away. Another dog watched as the task was completed.

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China: Man Rescues Stranded Kitten Using Long Wooden Board in Hubei

A man rescued a stranded kitten in Enshi, Hubei, on July 1, 2026, by extending a long wooden board across a gap between a ladder and a concrete structure. He carefully guided the board toward the frightened kitten and safely brought it to the ledge, ending the tense rescue.

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IMO Secretary General Dominguez

International Maritime Organization Secretary General Arsenio Dominguez speaks during an interview at the organization's headquarters in London on July 23, 2026.

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IMO Secretary General Dominguez

International Maritime Organization Secretary General Arsenio Dominguez speaks during an interview at the organization's headquarters in London on July 23, 2026.

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Japan PM Takaichi

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi arrives at the prime minister's office in Tokyo on July 24, 2026.

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Spain: Smoke Blankets Villamantilla as Madrid Wildfires Spread

Multiple wildfires burned simultaneously across Madrid region on Thursday, July 23, forcing evacuations and confinements in several towns. Strong winds and high temperatures fueled the flames, and more than 10,000 people were evacuated across the affected areas. This video shows smoke from wildfires blanketing Villamantilla.

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U.N. Secretary General candidates' debate

Candidates for the position of U.N. Secretary General attend a debate at the U.N. headquarters in New York on July 23, 2026.

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Tenjin festival in Osaka

Local children take part in the "hokonagashi" spear-floating ritual that opens the annual Tenjin festival in Osaka, western Japan, on July 24, 2026.

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Tenjin festival in Osaka

Local children take part in the "hokonagashi" spear-floating ritual that opens the annual Tenjin festival in Osaka, western Japan, on July 24, 2026.

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Tenjin festival in Osaka

Local children take part in the "hokonagashi" spear-floating ritual that opens the annual Tenjin festival in Osaka, western Japan, on July 24, 2026.

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Gion Festival in Kyoto

A decorated float is pulled around for a "tsuji-mawashi" corner turn during the Gion Festival's Yamahoko Junko parade in Kyoto, western Japan, on July 24, 2026.

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Gion Festival in Kyoto

A decorated float is pulled around for a "tsuji-mawashi" corner turn during the Gion Festival's Yamahoko Junko parade in Kyoto, western Japan, on July 24, 2026.

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Gion Festival in Kyoto

A parade of decorated "yamahoko" floats is held during the Gion Festival in Kyoto, western Japan, on July 24, 2026.

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Gion Festival in Kyoto

A parade of decorated "yamahoko" floats is held during the Gion Festival in Kyoto, western Japan, on July 24, 2026.

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Gion Festival in Kyoto

A parade of decorated "yamahoko" floats is held during the Gion Festival in Kyoto, western Japan, on July 24, 2026.

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Gion Festival in Kyoto

A parade of decorated "yamahoko" floats is held during the Gion Festival in Kyoto, western Japan, on July 24, 2026.

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Baseball: Rintaro Sasaki joins Marlins

Japanese slugger Rintaro Sasaki, out of Stanford University, poses for a photo during an introductory press conference in Miami, Florida, on July 23, 2026, after joining the Miami Marlins, who selected him in the eighth round of the MLB draft earlier this month.

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Baseball: Rintaro Sasaki joins Marlins

Japanese slugger Rintaro Sasaki, out of Stanford University, speaks during an introductory press conference in Miami, Florida, on July 23, 2026, after joining the Miami Marlins, who selected him in the eighth round of the MLB draft earlier this month.

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Baseball: Rintaro Sasaki joins Marlins

Japanese slugger Rintaro Sasaki, out of Stanford University, speaks during an introductory press conference in Miami, Florida, on July 23, 2026, after joining the Miami Marlins, who selected him in the eighth round of the MLB draft earlier this month.

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US: Tropical Storm Bertha Prompts Closure of Two Florida Panhandle State Parks

Tropical Storm Bertha prompted the closure of St. Andrews State Park and T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park in the Florida Panhandle. Gusty winds, rain, and rough surf also brought double red flags to area beaches and closed two local piers.

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US: West Virginia Flash Floods Trigger Rescues, State of Emergency 4

Torrential rains caused flash flooding across West Virginia on Tuesday, July 21, inundating homes and businesses, washing out bridges and roads, and triggering numerous water rescues, with Gov. Patrick Morrisey declaring a state of emergency for all 55 counties. Two people died on Tuesday night, Morrisey's office confirmed on Thursday. Search and rescue efforts, including by the National Guard, continued across several communities.

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US: West Virginia Flash Floods Trigger Rescues, State of Emergency 5

Torrential rains caused flash flooding across West Virginia on Tuesday, July 21, inundating homes and businesses, washing out bridges and roads, and triggering numerous water rescues, with Gov. Patrick Morrisey declaring a state of emergency for all 55 counties. Two people died on Tuesday night, Morrisey's office confirmed on Thursday. Search and rescue efforts, including by the National Guard, continued across several communities.

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US: West Virginia Flash Floods Trigger Rescues, State of Emergency 3

Torrential rains caused flash flooding across West Virginia on Tuesday, July 21, inundating homes and businesses, washing out bridges and roads, and triggering numerous water rescues, with Gov. Patrick Morrisey declaring a state of emergency for all 55 counties. Search and rescue operations continued Wednesday in the hardest-hit areas, including Upshur, Lewis, and Pleasants counties, with hundreds of National Guard members deployed and at least 85 rescues carried out, though officials said no fatalities had been confirmed.

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Spain: Wildfire Breaks Out in Cervelló, Near Barcelona

A wildfire broke out in Cervelló, near Barcelona, on Wednesday, July 22, forcing the confinement of about 300 people from Les Rovires and Can Paulet. The fire burned 16 hectares, officials said. No injuries have been reported.

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ECB keeps key rate intact

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde holds a press conference in Frankfurt on July 23, 2026, following the ECB's Governing Council meeting at which the benchmark deposit rate was kept unchanged at 2.25 percent.

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Japan-Philippines talks

Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi holds talks with his Philippine counterpart Theresa Lazaro in Manila on July 23, 2026.