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The Kyoto Local Meteorological Office and Kyoto Prefecture issued a 'Level 4 flood danger alert' at 5:10 a.m. for the Kamo and Takano rivers in the Yodo River system, with similar warnings for the Neyagawa basin in Osaka. Residents were urged to stay on maximum alert for flooding. The alerts came amid heavy rain from a stalled seasonal rain front.

Jun 25, 2026, 10:11 PM

King Charles III of England has paid almost 35 million euros in taxes since acceding to the throne in 2022, according to newly released figures. The British monarchy has, for the first time, published the tax data of the king and the heir, Prince William. The disclosure offers a rare glimpse into the royal family's finances.

Jun 25, 2026, 10:09 PM

At the 2026 North-Central American World Cup, world No. 18 Japan faces world No. 38 Sweden in its third and final group-stage match, with NHK providing live coverage. A win or a draw would secure Japan's place in the knockout round in second place or higher on its own merits. The starting lineup was announced, with Japan making three changes from the previous match. Coverage will track the simultaneous Netherlands-Tunisia match as well.

Jun 25, 2026, 10:02 PM

In a 2026 World Cup match covered live, Ecuador came from behind to beat Germany and qualify for the round of 32. Leroy Sané had put Nagelsmann's Germany ahead, but Angulo and Gonzalo Plata turned the scoreline around for Ecuador. The result marks a notable upset in the group stage.

Jun 25, 2026, 10:01 PM

In a stunning upset in Group E of the 2026 World Cup, Ecuador beat four-time champions Germany 2-1 to reach the round of 32. The Ecuadorians, who had not scored a single goal in the tournament until then, triumphed in a heated stadium. The result is described as a miracle for Ecuador.

Jun 25, 2026, 10:01 PM