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Taiwan opposition leader's visit to China

Taiwan's main opposition Nationalist Party leader, Cheng Li-wun, holds a press conference in Taipei on April 7, 2026, before she leaves for China. She is likely to hold talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping during her visit.

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Taiwan opposition leader's visit to China

Taiwan's main opposition Nationalist Party leader, Cheng Li-wun, holds a press conference in Taipei on April 7, 2026, before she leaves for China. She is likely to hold talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping during her visit.

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Taiwan opposition leader's visit to China

Taiwan's main opposition Nationalist Party leader, Cheng Li-wun, holds a press conference in Taipei on April 7, 2026, before she leaves for China. She is likely to hold talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping during her visit.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani hits a solo home run in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre in Toronto on April 6, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani hits a solo home run in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre in Toronto on April 6, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani hits a solo home run in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre in Toronto on April 6, 2026.

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China: Too Lazy to Move, Cat Dips Paw Into Water Bowl to Drink in Beijing

On March 16, 2026, in Beijing, a video recorded a pet cat lying lazily on top of a table. A bowl of water was placed nearby within reach. Instead of getting up properly, the cat stretched out one paw and dipped it into the water. It then drank the water from its wet paw while keeping its body low and barely moving.

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China: Confused Monkey Struggles to Put On Shirt in Leshan, Sichuan

On March 27, 2026, in Leshan, Sichuan province, a video recorded a monkey sitting on a wooden post while wearing a white piece of clothing. However, the monkey could not get its arms properly into the sleeves. It tugged, twisted, and fidgeted in place, looking increasingly confused and impatient as it tried to arrange the shirt.

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China: Footage Captures Kitchen Blast as Family Dines Nearby in Fujian

On March 5, 2026, in Fujian, a surveillance footage recorded a family eating near the kitchen entrance. Without warning, a loud blast erupted from inside the kitchen. A burst of flame lit up the room, and the grandfather immediately ran out in panic. At the same time, the mother and grandmother quickly moved away from the kitchen area with the baby. The explosion appeared violent, but the family had been sitting far enough from the kitchen to avoid direct injury.

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Japan: Thousands Rally in Tokyo Against War and Constitutional Revision, Waving Penlights

A rally called "4.5 Penlight Rally" was held on Sunday, April 5 at Ikebukuro Station in Tokyo, where around 6,000 people gathered to protest against war and constitutional revision. Participants waved penlight sticks — commonly used at concerts — featuring their favorite anime and idol characters. The event was organized by "Civil Alliance for Peace and Constitutionalism".

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Indonesia: Man Fearlessly Grabs Snake With Bare Hands in Middle of Road

On March 23, 2026, in Indonesia, a video captured a young man confidently seizing a snake with his bare hands in the middle of a road. Without hesitation, he lifted the snake and began swinging it in wide arcs, displaying remarkable control and composure.

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US: SpaceX Falcon 9 Lifts Off, Delivering 25 Starlink Satellites Into Orbit

SpaceX successfully launched a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Monday, April 6, just before 8 p.m., after an earlier attempt on Sunday was scrubbed seconds before liftoff due to upper-level winds. The mission delivered 25 Starlink satellites into low-earth orbit.

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China: Meerkats’ Nighttime Gathering Under Light in Zhejiang

On March 25, 2026, in Zhejiang, a video recorded four meerkats standing beneath a light. The animals remained grouped closely together under the lamp, occasionally turning their heads toward the filmer. Their posture and arrangement made them look curious, alert, and almost as if they were attending a small private dance party.

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US: Potawatomi Hotel Casino Evacuated After Roof Fire Sends Black Smoke Into Sky 3

Potawatomi Hotel Casino in Milwaukee was evacuated on Monday, April 6, after a fire broke out in the HVAC system on the roof of the casino building, sending a massive plume of black smoke into the sky. The fire was brought under control with no injuries reported, and the casino reopened to the public at 6 p.m.

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US: Large Plume of Smoke Spotted Over Hudson Yards in Manhattan

Massive smoke was seen around Hudson Yards in Manhattan on Monday night, April 6. Evacuations were reported in the area, according to a witness.

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Japan imperial family's trip to Fukushima

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (2nd from R), Empress Masako and their daughter Princess Aiko visit the Historical Archive Museum of Tomioka in Tomioka, Fukushima Prefecture, on April 7, 2026. The imperial family is visiting Fukushima Prefecture to observe the recovery efforts after a massive earthquake and tsunami struck the region in March 2011, triggering a nuclear accident at the Fukushima Daiichi power plant.

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Japan imperial family's trip to Fukushima

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (2nd from R), Empress Masako and their daughter Princess Aiko visit the Historical Archive Museum of Tomioka in Tomioka, Fukushima Prefecture, on April 7, 2026. The imperial family is visiting Fukushima Prefecture to observe the recovery efforts after a massive earthquake and tsunami struck the region in March 2011, triggering a nuclear accident at the Fukushima Daiichi power plant.

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Japan imperial family's trip to Fukushima

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (2nd from R), Empress Masako and their daughter Princess Aiko arrive at the Historical Archive Museum of Tomioka in Tomioka, Fukushima Prefecture, on April 7, 2026. The imperial family is visiting Fukushima Prefecture to observe recovery efforts after a massive earthquake and tsunami struck the region in March 2011, triggering a nuclear accident at the Fukushima Daiichi power plant.

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Japan imperial family's trip to Fukushima

(From R) Japan's Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako and their daughter Princess Aiko wave to well-wishers after arriving at the Historical Archive Museum of Tomioka in Tomioka, Fukushima Prefecture, on April 7, 2026. The imperial family is visiting Fukushima Prefecture to observe recovery efforts after a massive earthquake and tsunami struck the region in March 2011, triggering a nuclear accident at the Fukushima Daiichi power plant.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays

Los Angeles Dodgers players celebrate following the team's victory over the Toronto Blue Jays in a baseball game at Rogers Centre in Toronto on April 6, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays

Los Angeles Dodgers players celebrate following the team's victory over the Toronto Blue Jays in a baseball game at Rogers Centre in Toronto on April 6, 2026.

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US: Fast-Moving Brush Fire Breaks Out in San Marcos, Forcing Nearby Evacuations 2

The Moree Fire, a fast-moving brush fire, broke out in San Marcos, San Diego County, California, on Sunday, April 5, forcing evacuations of California State University San Marcos and nearby residents. Firefighters stopped the spread of the flames in just over an hour.

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US: Potawatomi Hotel Casino Evacuated After Roof Fire Sends Black Smoke Into Sky 2

Potawatomi Hotel Casino in Milwaukee was evacuated on Monday, April 6, after a fire broke out in the HVAC system on the roof of the casino building, sending a massive plume of black smoke into the sky. The fire was brought under control with no injuries reported, and the casino reopened to the public at 6 p.m.

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US: Fast-Moving Brush Fire Breaks Out in San Marcos, Forcing Nearby Evacuations

The Moree Fire, a fast-moving brush fire, broke out in San Marcos, San Diego County, California, on Sunday, April 5, forcing evacuations of California State University San Marcos and nearby residents. Firefighters stopped the spread of the flames in just over an hour.

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US: Spring Snow Falls in Northern Ohio as Cold Front Slides Through 2

Spring snow fell in northern Ohio on Monday, April 6, as a cold front slid through the region.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays

Los Angeles Dodgers players celebrate following the team's victory over the Toronto Blue Jays in a baseball game at Rogers Centre in Toronto on April 6, 2026.

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Baseball: Brewers vs. Red Sox

Masataka Yoshida of the Boston Red Sox hits a single in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Fenway Park in Boston on April 6, 2026.

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Baseball: Brewers vs. Red Sox

Masataka Yoshida of the Boston Red Sox hits a single in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Fenway Park in Boston on April 6, 2026.

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Baseball: Brewers vs. Red Sox

Masataka Yoshida of the Boston Red Sox hits a single in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Fenway Park in Boston on April 6, 2026.

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Ekiden road relay in India

Japanese Ambassador to India Keiichi Ono runs in ekiden road relay in Gurugram, India, on April 5, 2026, with about 1,000 runners. The relay was organized into teams of four, each including at least one Japanese and one Indian runner.

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Ekiden road relay in India

Japanese Ambassador to India Keiichi Ono runs in ekiden road relay in Gurugram, India, on April 5, 2026, with about 1,000 runners. The relay was organized into teams of four, each including at least one Japanese and one Indian runner.

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Ekiden road relay in India

About 1,000 people participate in ekiden road relay in Gurugram, India, on April 5, 2026, in teams of four runners, each including at least one Japanese and one Indian.

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Japan PM Takaichi in parliament

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi attends a Budget Committee session of the House of Councillors in Tokyo on April 7, 2026.

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Japan PM Takaichi in parliament

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi speaks during a Budget Committee session of the House of Councillors in Tokyo on April 7, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani hits a solo home run in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre in Toronto on April 6, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani hits a solo home run in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre in Toronto on April 6, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays

Kazuma Okamoto of the Toronto Blue Jays hits a single in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Rogers Centre in Toronto on April 6, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays

Kazuma Okamoto of the Toronto Blue Jays hits a single in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Rogers Centre in Toronto on April 6, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre in Toronto on April 6, 2026.

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Japan PM Takaichi in parliament

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi speaks during a Budget Committee session of the House of Councillors in Tokyo on April 7, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (R) is greeted by Kyle Tucker after hitting a solo home run in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre in Toronto on April 6, 2026.

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Japan PM Takaichi in parliament

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (standing) speaks during a Budget Committee session of the House of Councillors in Tokyo on April 7, 2026.

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US: Potawatomi Hotel Casino Evacuated After Roof Fire Sends Black Smoke Into Sky

Potawatomi Hotel Casino in Milwaukee was evacuated on Monday, April 6, after a fire broke out in the HVAC system on the roof of the casino building, sending a massive plume of black smoke into the sky. The fire was brought under control with no injuries reported, and the casino reopened to the public at 6 p.m.

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Japan PM Takaichi in parliament

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi raises her hand to speak during a Budget Committee session of the House of Councillors in Tokyo on April 7, 2026.

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Japan PM Takaichi in parliament

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (standing) speaks during a Budget Committee session of the House of Councillors in Tokyo on April 7, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (C) is greeted by teammates in the dugout after hitting a solo home run in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre in Toronto on April 6, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani hits a solo home run in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre in Toronto on April 6, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (R) rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre in Toronto on April 6, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani hits a solo home run in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre in Toronto on April 6, 2026.

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Baseball: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani hits a solo home run in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre in Toronto on April 6, 2026.