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  • A Hindu woman takes blessings from a replica of the coffin of Prophet Mohammed to seek blessings during a Muharram procession to mark Ashura. Shia Muslims perform mourning ritual during Muhharum procession to mark Ashura. Ashura is an important Islamic day which falls on the 10th day of month of Muharram, the first month of Islamic lunar calendar. Ashura marks the death of Husayn ibn Ali, the grandson of prophet Muhammad in the battle of Karbala. The day is observed as the end of 10 days of mourning.A Hindu woman takes blessings from a replica of the coffin of Prophet Mohammed to seek blessings during a Muharram procession to mark Ashura. Shia Muslims perform mourning ritual during Muhharum procession to mark Ashura. Ashura is an important Islamic day which falls on the 10th day of month of Muharram, the first month of Islamic lunar calendar. Ashura marks the death of Husayn ibn Ali, the grandson of prophet Muhammad in the battle of Karbala. The day is observed as the end of 10 days of mourning.
  • Women shouts slogans during the protest. Women in many cities of Turkey took part in a demonstration on the International Day of Elimination of Violence against Women held at Sakarya Square.Women shouts slogans during the protest. Women in many cities of Turkey took part in a demonstration on the International Day of Elimination of Violence against Women held at Sakarya Square.
  • Volunteers at Family Care Mission distribute Christmas food packages to residents in Kibera Slum.Volunteers at Family Care Mission distribute Christmas food packages to residents in Kibera Slum.
  • People are seen celebrating Lula da Silva's victory in the presidential elections to the sound of samba music. Hundreds of people gathering at Ferro Bar, Porto, to celebrate Lula da SIlva's victory in the presidential elections.People are seen celebrating Lula da Silva's victory in the presidential elections to the sound of samba music. Hundreds of people gathering at Ferro Bar, Porto, to celebrate Lula da SIlva's victory in the presidential elections.
  • A child seen stepping on the large rainbow flag as the World LGBT Pride Day held in the city.A child seen stepping on the large rainbow flag as the World LGBT Pride Day held in the city.
  • A woman leads the crowd in singing as they walk down 14th Street en route to Freedom Plaza during the Let Freedom Sing, a community-building protest and voter registration event by the Freedom Day Foundation and Head Count.A woman leads the crowd in singing as they walk down 14th Street en route to Freedom Plaza during the Let Freedom Sing, a community-building protest and voter registration event by the Freedom Day Foundation and Head Count.
  • Maria Zakharova, Director Department of Information and the Press, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation attends a press conference dedicated to the announcement of the exhibition "The Magic of Purple Clay Yixing ceramics of Zisha" at the XI St. Petersburg International Forum of United Cultures.Maria Zakharova, Director Department of Information and the Press, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation attends a press conference dedicated to the announcement of the exhibition "The Magic of Purple Clay Yixing ceramics of Zisha" at the XI St. Petersburg International Forum of United Cultures.
  • Some young people shouting slogans during the march of the manifestation. Thousands of students have rallied in support of the Declaration of independence and the Catalan Republic in Barcelona. During the demonstration the political events and statements of President Puigdemont have been following. At noon was published in the media that the choice made by the President Puigdemont was to convene autonomous elections, leaving aside the Unilateral Independence Declaration. Finally the President Puigdemont postponed such a statement.Some young people shouting slogans during the march of the manifestation. Thousands of students have rallied in support of the Declaration of independence and the Catalan Republic in Barcelona. During the demonstration the political events and statements of President Puigdemont have been following. At noon was published in the media that the choice made by the President Puigdemont was to convene autonomous elections, leaving aside the Unilateral Independence Declaration. Finally the President Puigdemont postponed such a statement.
  • A protester is being arrested by police for obstruction of the highway during the demonstration. Extinction Rebellion protesters finish their second day ahead of their proposed two weeks of action in London calling for the government to act on climate change.A protester is being arrested by police for obstruction of the highway during the demonstration. Extinction Rebellion protesters finish their second day ahead of their proposed two weeks of action in London calling for the government to act on climate change.
  • Pigeon breeder Huseyin Kaya seen holding pigeons in his hands. Despite the devastation wrought by the two earthquakes in Turkey on Feb 6, 2023, 36-year-old Huseyin Kaya refused to abandon his passion for pigeon breeding. He had nurtured this interest since the tender age of 11. Amidst the chaos of the earthquake, which claimed the lives of many of his relatives, Kaya finds solace and purpose in caring for his pigeons, striving to rebuild his life amidst the ruins left by the tremors.Pigeon breeder Huseyin Kaya seen holding pigeons in his hands. Despite the devastation wrought by the two earthquakes in Turkey on Feb 6, 2023, 36-year-old Huseyin Kaya refused to abandon his passion for pigeon breeding. He had nurtured this interest since the tender age of 11. Amidst the chaos of the earthquake, which claimed the lives of many of his relatives, Kaya finds solace and purpose in caring for his pigeons, striving to rebuild his life amidst the ruins left by the tremors.
  • A woman seen listening to the Seven Last Words of Jesus Christ outside San Bartolome Parish Church. Catholic Filipinos defy quarantine restrictions declared by the Government, by trooping to churches to show their faith on Good Friday. As Manila, Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna and Rizal were place under Enhanced Community Quarantine to tackle the soaring coronavirus infections.A woman seen listening to the Seven Last Words of Jesus Christ outside San Bartolome Parish Church. Catholic Filipinos defy quarantine restrictions declared by the Government, by trooping to churches to show their faith on Good Friday. As Manila, Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna and Rizal were place under Enhanced Community Quarantine to tackle the soaring coronavirus infections.
  • People walk through a Parking Lot while wearing face masks as a preventive measure against the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19). Following an upsurge in the coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic in France, 21 departments have been classified in the red zone. The 21 departments concerned by an active circulation of the virus are Bouches-du-Rhône, Paris, Seine-Saint-Denis, Val-de-Marne, Hauts-de-Seine, Seine-et-Marne, Essonne, Val-d'Oise, Yvelines, Sarthe, Rhône, Gironde, Haute-Garonne, Hérault, Gard, Var and Alpes-Maritimes for metropolitan France. Guadeloupe, Martinique and Guyana are the three overseas territories affected by the active circulation of the virus.People walk through a Parking Lot while wearing face masks as a preventive measure against the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19). Following an upsurge in the coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic in France, 21 departments have been classified in the red zone. The 21 departments concerned by an active circulation of the virus are Bouches-du-Rhône, Paris, Seine-Saint-Denis, Val-de-Marne, Hauts-de-Seine, Seine-et-Marne, Essonne, Val-d'Oise, Yvelines, Sarthe, Rhône, Gironde, Haute-Garonne, Hérault, Gard, Var and Alpes-Maritimes for metropolitan France. Guadeloupe, Martinique and Guyana are the three overseas territories affected by the active circulation of the virus.
  • Boats are anchored on the banks of the Sarayu river. The ancient city of Ayodhya lies on the banks of the River Sarayu and is considered to be the birthplace of the Hindu deity Lord Ram.Boats are anchored on the banks of the Sarayu river. The ancient city of Ayodhya lies on the banks of the River Sarayu and is considered to be the birthplace of the Hindu deity Lord Ram.
  • Firefighters putting out a fire in a building damaged by falling debris of a shot-down Russian missile following a missile strike in Kyiv. At least four people were killed and 19 others were injured after Russian shelling hit Kyiv, according to Ukrainian Emergency Services.Firefighters putting out a fire in a building damaged by falling debris of a shot-down Russian missile following a missile strike in Kyiv. At least four people were killed and 19 others were injured after Russian shelling hit Kyiv, according to Ukrainian Emergency Services.
  • FC Barcelona players celebrate after scoring a goal during the Primera Iberdrola match between FC Barcelona Femeni and SD Eibar Femenino at Estadi Johan Cruyff. Final score; FC Barcelona Femeni 7:0 SD Eibar Femenino.FC Barcelona players celebrate after scoring a goal during the Primera Iberdrola match between FC Barcelona Femeni and SD Eibar Femenino at Estadi Johan Cruyff. Final score; FC Barcelona Femeni 7:0 SD Eibar Femenino.
  • A kid rides on an electric scooter past a closed playground in Hong Kong. Hong Kong government reintroduced stricter Covid social restrictions forcing businesses and public places to close for at least after the Chinese New Year (CNY) holiday and festivities to control the spread of the Omicron variant as the government's strategy continues to aim for zero infections in the city.A kid rides on an electric scooter past a closed playground in Hong Kong. Hong Kong government reintroduced stricter Covid social restrictions forcing businesses and public places to close for at least after the Chinese New Year (CNY) holiday and festivities to control the spread of the Omicron variant as the government's strategy continues to aim for zero infections in the city.
  • Phillip Washington, nominee to be Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), speaking at a hearing of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee at the U.S. Capitol.Phillip Washington, nominee to be Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), speaking at a hearing of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee at the U.S. Capitol.
  • Marin Cilic of Croatia seen during a match against Roberto Bautista Agut of Spain at the St. Petersburg Open, 2021 tennis tournament at Sibur Arena. (Final score: Roberto Bautista Agut 1:2 Marin Cilic)Marin Cilic of Croatia seen during a match against Roberto Bautista Agut of Spain at the St. Petersburg Open, 2021 tennis tournament at Sibur Arena. (Final score: Roberto Bautista Agut 1:2 Marin Cilic)
  • An exterior view of Wilko store with a visible sign through the window reading 'Wilko Administration Sale'. Popular U.K retailer 'Wilko' (formerly Wilkinson Hardware Stores) announced on August 10th 2023 that it was entering into administration. Putting 12,500 jobs at risk. The company has 400 shops across the U.K. Popular U.K retailer 'Wilko' (formerly Wilkinson Hardware Stores) announced on August 10th 2023 that it was entering into administration. Putting 12,500 jobs at risk. The company has 400 shops across the U.K.An exterior view of Wilko store with a visible sign through the window reading 'Wilko Administration Sale'. Popular U.K retailer 'Wilko' (formerly Wilkinson Hardware Stores) announced on August 10th 2023 that it was entering into administration. Putting 12,500 jobs at risk. The company has 400 shops across the U.K. Popular U.K retailer 'Wilko' (formerly Wilkinson Hardware Stores) announced on August 10th 2023 that it was entering into administration. Putting 12,500 jobs at risk. The company has 400 shops across the U.K.
  • A fisherman is seen painting his boat at the fishing port. Hanga Roa is the capital of Easter Island, a Chilean island in the southeastern Pacific Ocean. The village has around 5,000 inhabitants, which comprises between 87 and 90 percent of the total population of the island. Excluding a small percentage still engaged in traditional fishing and small-scale farming, the majority of the population is engaged in tourism which is the main source of income.A fisherman is seen painting his boat at the fishing port. Hanga Roa is the capital of Easter Island, a Chilean island in the southeastern Pacific Ocean. The village has around 5,000 inhabitants, which comprises between 87 and 90 percent of the total population of the island. Excluding a small percentage still engaged in traditional fishing and small-scale farming, the majority of the population is engaged in tourism which is the main source of income.
  • Ventilator by Lars Lundehave Hansen at Thorvaldsens Plads. The Copenhagen Light Festival runs from January 31 through the third week of February, coinciding with the winter vacation. It transforms the winter darkness into a vibrant celebration featuring 50 light art installations, lighting designs, and illuminations. The festival also offers various events, including the Lightrun with over 1,000 participants, guided tours, and a light treasure hunt.Ventilator by Lars Lundehave Hansen at Thorvaldsens Plads. The Copenhagen Light Festival runs from January 31 through the third week of February, coinciding with the winter vacation. It transforms the winter darkness into a vibrant celebration featuring 50 light art installations, lighting designs, and illuminations. The festival also offers various events, including the Lightrun with over 1,000 participants, guided tours, and a light treasure hunt.
  • Rana Plaza collapse survivor Mahmudul Hasan Hridoy poses for a portrait with his injured leg. He sustained his injury when Rana Plaza collapsed in 2013. Ten years ago on April 24th, 2013, the world witnessed one of the worst industrial disasters in history when the Rana Plaza building in Bangladesh collapsed, killing more than 1,100 people and injuring 2500 others. The tragedy sent shockwaves around the globe and sparked concerns about the unsafe working conditions in Bangladesh's booming Ready-Made Garment (RMG) sector. The eight-story building housed several factories that produced clothing for global brands such as Primark, Mango, and Benetton. The building's collapse was a stark reminder of the human cost of fast fashion and brought to light the terrible working conditions endured by many of the country's garment workers.Rana Plaza collapse survivor Mahmudul Hasan Hridoy poses for a portrait with his injured leg. He sustained his injury when Rana Plaza collapsed in 2013. Ten years ago on April 24th, 2013, the world witnessed one of the worst industrial disasters in history when the Rana Plaza building in Bangladesh collapsed, killing more than 1,100 people and injuring 2500 others. The tragedy sent shockwaves around the globe and sparked concerns about the unsafe working conditions in Bangladesh's booming Ready-Made Garment (RMG) sector. The eight-story building housed several factories that produced clothing for global brands such as Primark, Mango, and Benetton. The building's collapse was a stark reminder of the human cost of fast fashion and brought to light the terrible working conditions endured by many of the country's garment workers.
  • A boatman seen making his way through partially frozen water of Dal Lake on a cold winter day in Srinagar, Indian administered Kashmir. The night temperatures in Kashmir rose by several degrees owing it to a cloudy sky, providing huge relief to the residents from the intense cold wave. However, the temperatures continued to settle below the freezing point. Srinagar recorded a low of minus 2.4 degrees Celsius at night an increase of nearly five degrees from minus 7.2 degrees Celsius.A boatman seen making his way through partially frozen water of Dal Lake on a cold winter day in Srinagar, Indian administered Kashmir. The night temperatures in Kashmir rose by several degrees owing it to a cloudy sky, providing huge relief to the residents from the intense cold wave. However, the temperatures continued to settle below the freezing point. Srinagar recorded a low of minus 2.4 degrees Celsius at night an increase of nearly five degrees from minus 7.2 degrees Celsius.
  • Chinatown in the city center of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.Chinatown in the city center of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
  • A model walks the runway at the ARNDES show during the Lisbon Fashion Week ModaLisboa, Season FW 24/25. For the FW24/25 season, Ana Rita de Sousa, the designer of ARNDES, focuses on the mundane. According to the designer, "workwear and everyday fabrics come to life in a new reinterpretation of the use of daily codes. This idea forms the basis of the collection, capturing the busyness of the day and the tranquility of the night, showcasing the balance created when wearing these everyday pieces. ARNDES is a brand dedicated to a commitment that integrates aesthetics, functionality, quality, and the impact of its products throughout their life cycle. This commitment is rooted in environmental, ecological, and social sustainability."A model walks the runway at the ARNDES show during the Lisbon Fashion Week ModaLisboa, Season FW 24/25. For the FW24/25 season, Ana Rita de Sousa, the designer of ARNDES, focuses on the mundane. According to the designer, "workwear and everyday fabrics come to life in a new reinterpretation of the use of daily codes. This idea forms the basis of the collection, capturing the busyness of the day and the tranquility of the night, showcasing the balance created when wearing these everyday pieces. ARNDES is a brand dedicated to a commitment that integrates aesthetics, functionality, quality, and the impact of its products throughout their life cycle. This commitment is rooted in environmental, ecological, and social sustainability."

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