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Callina Liang shared behind-the-scenes photos of her as Chun-Li in the live-action Street Fighter movie, showing a battle-worn outfit & bruised makeup. She trained in Taekwondo, Muay Thai & Wushu while studying Chun-Li’s signature moves to recreate the character’s fighting style.
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Takami no Sato in Nara, Japan, features over 1,000 weeping cherry trees covering a hillside like a pink island in the forest. Located 650 meters above sea level, the garden usually reaches peak bloom in mid-April, later than many other cherry blossom spots.
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YOASOBI vocalist ikura held a surprise street performance at Sapporo’s Sosei River Park on October 17, marking her first busking session in eight years. She performed hits like “Yoru ni Kakeru” and “Ano Yume wo Nazotte” ahead of YOASOBI’s November concerts in Sapporo.
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A woman was knocked to the ground by a moving swing while walking through Plaza Mayor mall in León, Mexico, in an incident caught on video. The accident sparked debate over pedestrian awareness and safety measures around interactive attractions.
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Bully celebrated its 20th anniversary on October 17, 2026, sparking renewed calls for a sequel or remake. Fans praised the Rockstar classic’s unique high school setting and personality, but Rockstar has yet to revive the series.
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A newly hatched shorebird chick went from fleeing a tiny crab to chasing it after getting pinched on the beach. These encounters are usually harmless, though some crab species do prey on small shorebird chicks.
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A fan-made mod for the Resident Evil 2 remake adds local two-player co-op, letting a second player choose HUNK or 14 other characters. The free mod supports shared or split-screen play, though split-screen remains experimental.
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Roger Jr. is the third Season 3 character joining Tekken 8, with early access for Season Pass owners on November 12 and a full release on November 17. The son of the kangaroo from Tekken 2 brings plenty of cartoonish moves to the fight.
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A viral tattoo makeover reportedly transformed a portrait of a man’s ex into Vegeta from Dragon Ball, even changing the name “Vanessa” to “Vegeta.” The artist and date remain unconfirmed, but fans are loving the creative cover-up.
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A viral photo shows a massive wall of orange dust viewed from an airplane, resembling a powerful dust storm known as a haboob. These storms can stretch for miles, rise thousands of feet, and move at speeds of 60 mph or more.
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A viral photo of a cat wearing beige leggings has revived the “Pilates cat” trend, which dates back to a 2013 Tumblr meme. The photo’s origin remains unknown, and tight clothing can restrict a cat’s movement.
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A viral photo shows a train at Kawase Station in Shiga, Japan, opening its doors directly onto a massive wall of snow. The photo’s date remains unconfirmed, but the unusual sight has people wondering who would dare step off.
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Fitness influencer Khuslen Saruultuya was arrested for allegedly shooting an Uber Eats driver who returned to ask for his girlfriend’s number. He remains in custody without bond after pleading not guilty.
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AI-generated images of the Pink Panther confronting French police during October 2026 protests went viral, fooling millions online. The scenes were fake, but real demonstrations across France drew up to 550,000 people over education funding, living costs, and public services.
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The unrecognized micronation of Verdis has received over 15,000 digital residency applications since its founding in 2019. Despite its territory remaining inaccessible, around 400 passports have been issued as founder Daniel Jackson runs it from England.
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A Russian tourist went viral for calmly drinking coffee at an outdoor Paris café while protests, fires, and riot police unfolded behind her. Her caption, “They only gave me the visa for one week,” turned the chaotic vacation moment into an internet sensation.
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Indonesia is facing a severe wildfire crisis, with nearly 900,000 hectares burned across Sumatra and Kalimantan, sending toxic haze across Southeast Asia. Hundreds of thousands are suffering from respiratory illnesses, while authorities are attempting cloud seeding to bring rain.
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Pennsylvania professor emeritus Carolyn Marvin was arrested for disorderly conduct after repeatedly blocking food delivery robots to protest automation replacing human workers. She argues her actions are protected by the First Amendment and plans to continue her campaign.
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Shangri-La Frontier Season 3 has revealed a new visual featuring fighters selected for its first exhibition match. The anime premieres in January 2027, adapting the Global Game Competition arc, with Crunchyroll handling international streaming.
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Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation Season 3 will return with its second cour in 2027, following the conclusion of Episode 14. Studio Bind remains in charge, with a new teaser featuring Dragon God Orsted ahead of Rudeus' next major challenge.
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