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  • A large wholesale market of bamboo has been set up on the bank of the Shitalakkhya at Narayanganj.A large wholesale market of bamboo has been set up on the bank of the Shitalakkhya at Narayanganj.
  • (EDITORS NOTE: Image contains profanity) Stickers on a wall in Tel Aviv with a photo of PM Benjamin Netanyahu, along with the text: "Because of you they were taken hostage", "Because of you they were murdered" seen during the rally. Thousands of people have gathered in Tel Aviv and other locations in Israel in mass protests, demanding an immediate hostage deal before more hostages are killed by Hamas. The news about the bodies of 6 hostages rescued from Gaza brought many Israelis to the streets, protesting the abandonment of the hostages. Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Eden Yerushalmi, Carmel Gat, Almog Sarusi, Alexander Lobanov, and Ori Danino were alive in captivity for nearly 11 months, before being murdered in captivity by Hamas terrorists soon before IDF forces reached their location, according to an IDF initial assessment. Protesters breached the police's barriers, blocked the Ayalon Highway, set bonfires, and painted graffiti slogans blaming the Israeli government and PM Benjamin Netanyahu for the death of the hostages. During the protests police threw stun grenades into Ayalon to evacuate protesters and re-open the highway for vehicles.(EDITORS NOTE: Image contains profanity) Stickers on a wall in Tel Aviv with a photo of PM Benjamin Netanyahu, along with the text: "Because of you they were taken hostage", "Because of you they were murdered" seen during the rally. Thousands of people have gathered in Tel Aviv and other locations in Israel in mass protests, demanding an immediate hostage deal before more hostages are killed by Hamas. The news about the bodies of 6 hostages rescued from Gaza brought many Israelis to the streets, protesting the abandonment of the hostages. Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Eden Yerushalmi, Carmel Gat, Almog Sarusi, Alexander Lobanov, and Ori Danino were alive in captivity for nearly 11 months, before being murdered in captivity by Hamas terrorists soon before IDF forces reached their location, according to an IDF initial assessment. Protesters breached the police's barriers, blocked the Ayalon Highway, set bonfires, and painted graffiti slogans blaming the Israeli government and PM Benjamin Netanyahu for the death of the hostages. During the protests police threw stun grenades into Ayalon to evacuate protesters and re-open the highway for vehicles.
  • Children grab at an HRF representatives beard at TimTooni Football Club, just outside Tamale in Northern Ghana. Along with football coaches from London, time was spent with the children here teaching them new skills and ending with a big game of football. These areas of Ghana are so remote and the levels of poverty are some of the lowest in the world.Children grab at an HRF representatives beard at TimTooni Football Club, just outside Tamale in Northern Ghana. Along with football coaches from London, time was spent with the children here teaching them new skills and ending with a big game of football. These areas of Ghana are so remote and the levels of poverty are some of the lowest in the world.
  • A woman holds a carnation and the flag of Portugal during the parade on the streets of Lisbon city center to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Carnation Revolution. April 25, 2024 marks the 50th anniversary of a revolution led by the military and supported by the Portuguese people to overthrow the dictatorial regime of the Estado Novo, which became known as the Carnation Revolution. On April 25, 1974, democracy was restored and since then this 'Freedom Day' has been marked as a national holiday in Portugal.A woman holds a carnation and the flag of Portugal during the parade on the streets of Lisbon city center to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Carnation Revolution. April 25, 2024 marks the 50th anniversary of a revolution led by the military and supported by the Portuguese people to overthrow the dictatorial regime of the Estado Novo, which became known as the Carnation Revolution. On April 25, 1974, democracy was restored and since then this 'Freedom Day' has been marked as a national holiday in Portugal.
  • In this photo illustration, the Bank of Hope logo is displayed on a smartphone screen.In this photo illustration, the Bank of Hope logo is displayed on a smartphone screen.
  • U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-SD) speaking with other House Republicans at a press conference at the U.S. Capitol about H. J. Res. 8, the Keep the Nine constitutional amendment, to keep the size of the Supreme Court at nine justices.U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-SD) speaking with other House Republicans at a press conference at the U.S. Capitol about H. J. Res. 8, the Keep the Nine constitutional amendment, to keep the size of the Supreme Court at nine justices.
  • Les Opalines, retirement home logo seen in Marseille. A new campaign of tests carried out in the retirement home "Les Opalines" in Arles revealed 38 cases of Covid-19, including 21 residents as well as 17 employees. One resident is reported dead.Les Opalines, retirement home logo seen in Marseille. A new campaign of tests carried out in the retirement home "Les Opalines" in Arles revealed 38 cases of Covid-19, including 21 residents as well as 17 employees. One resident is reported dead.
  • Protesters march on street during the demonstration against the health pass in Marseille. Thousands of people demonstrate against the health pass in Marseille, France. French President Emmanuel Macron announced among new anti-Covid 19 measures a "health pass" which will be necessary to be frequenting café terraces, restaurants, cinemas, theatres and other culture and leisure activities to help contain the spread of the Covid-19 virus.Protesters march on street during the demonstration against the health pass in Marseille. Thousands of people demonstrate against the health pass in Marseille, France. French President Emmanuel Macron announced among new anti-Covid 19 measures a "health pass" which will be necessary to be frequenting café terraces, restaurants, cinemas, theatres and other culture and leisure activities to help contain the spread of the Covid-19 virus.
  • Specialist police officers release a protester that was tied to the top of a hire van during the protest outside the OSI Food Solutions factory in Scunthorpe. Over 50 Animal Rebellion protesters shut-down McDonald's only burger distribution plant, OSI Food Solutions factory in the UK by blockading the entrance with bamboo beacons and vehicles. The rebels demand McDonald's switch to totally plant-based menus by 2025 and put an end to the suffering of billions of lives and to avert the climate crisis while saving the Amazon Rainforest.Specialist police officers release a protester that was tied to the top of a hire van during the protest outside the OSI Food Solutions factory in Scunthorpe. Over 50 Animal Rebellion protesters shut-down McDonald's only burger distribution plant, OSI Food Solutions factory in the UK by blockading the entrance with bamboo beacons and vehicles. The rebels demand McDonald's switch to totally plant-based menus by 2025 and put an end to the suffering of billions of lives and to avert the climate crisis while saving the Amazon Rainforest.
  • Two asylum-seekers cry as they explain they cannot locate a missing relative. They were outside Moria Camp during a period when hundreds of migrants were made to wait under cold rain in order to register after arriving in Greece. In 2015 more than a million immigrants arrived in Europe by sea. The immigrants are mainly refugees who are escaping the war in Syria.Two asylum-seekers cry as they explain they cannot locate a missing relative. They were outside Moria Camp during a period when hundreds of migrants were made to wait under cold rain in order to register after arriving in Greece. In 2015 more than a million immigrants arrived in Europe by sea. The immigrants are mainly refugees who are escaping the war in Syria.
  • In this photo illustration a yellow label indicating a 30% discount is seen on a box of sports shoes. The summer sales ended on August 1, 2023 in metropolitan France.In this photo illustration a yellow label indicating a 30% discount is seen on a box of sports shoes. The summer sales ended on August 1, 2023 in metropolitan France.
  • People maintain social distancing outside of a Waitrose supermarket during Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. United Kingdom has so far confirmed 191K coronavirus cases with 28,734 deaths.People maintain social distancing outside of a Waitrose supermarket during Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. United Kingdom has so far confirmed 191K coronavirus cases with 28,734 deaths.
  • An Artist makes final touches of the Durga idol in his Artist Studio just ahead of the Biggest Hindu Festival - Durga puja. Dashain festival is the greatest and longest festival of Nepalese people as it marks the victory of the goddess Durga over the demon Mahishasura. Dashain is dedicated to the goddess Durga, who is seen as a symbol of power and divine energy. Devotees offer prayers and sacrifices to the goddess during this time.An Artist makes final touches of the Durga idol in his Artist Studio just ahead of the Biggest Hindu Festival - Durga puja. Dashain festival is the greatest and longest festival of Nepalese people as it marks the victory of the goddess Durga over the demon Mahishasura. Dashain is dedicated to the goddess Durga, who is seen as a symbol of power and divine energy. Devotees offer prayers and sacrifices to the goddess during this time.
  • Close-up of candles, their flames casting a warm and peaceful glow in the twilight. Over a hundred protesters gathered at Pier 62 in Seattle to light candles and offer prayers for those affected by the ongoing conflict in Israel. The rallies, marked by a sense of unity and empathy, lasted for an hour, sending a message of hope and solidarity.Close-up of candles, their flames casting a warm and peaceful glow in the twilight. Over a hundred protesters gathered at Pier 62 in Seattle to light candles and offer prayers for those affected by the ongoing conflict in Israel. The rallies, marked by a sense of unity and empathy, lasted for an hour, sending a message of hope and solidarity.
  • Two female Borussia Dortmund fans hold a flag on the Whitehall in London, UK. Hundreds of thousands of Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid football or soccer fans arrived to the UEFA Champions League Final to London.Two female Borussia Dortmund fans hold a flag on the Whitehall in London, UK. Hundreds of thousands of Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid football or soccer fans arrived to the UEFA Champions League Final to London.
  • A family walking to the departure gate, at Hong Kong International Airport. Irrespective of the deadline of "Leave outside the Rules" (LOTR) for BN(O) visa holders expiring on July 21, a special allowance for Hongkongers to apply for visas after landing in the UK, thousands are still leaving for the UK and other democracies, as the city has been facing an intensifying crackdown on human rights and freedom following China's National Security Law, with impacts on its economy amid the COVID-19 pandemic. BN(O)-British Nationals(Overseas)A family walking to the departure gate, at Hong Kong International Airport. Irrespective of the deadline of "Leave outside the Rules" (LOTR) for BN(O) visa holders expiring on July 21, a special allowance for Hongkongers to apply for visas after landing in the UK, thousands are still leaving for the UK and other democracies, as the city has been facing an intensifying crackdown on human rights and freedom following China's National Security Law, with impacts on its economy amid the COVID-19 pandemic. BN(O)-British Nationals(Overseas)
  • U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) walking near the Senate Subway at the U.S. Capitol.U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) walking near the Senate Subway at the U.S. Capitol.
  • Jordan Loyd (No.2) of Zenit in action during the first match 1/2 finals of the VTB United League basketball match between Zenit and UNICS at Sibur Arena. Final score; Zenit Saint Petersburg 65:74 UNICS Kazan.Jordan Loyd (No.2) of Zenit in action during the first match 1/2 finals of the VTB United League basketball match between Zenit and UNICS at Sibur Arena. Final score; Zenit Saint Petersburg 65:74 UNICS Kazan.
  • An empty parking bay during the taxi strike outside Atocha train station in Madrid where taxi drivers usually wait to pick up train passengers. Taxi drivers continue with their protest as part of a strike ongoing since January 21 2019, to demand increased regulation on ride-sharing services such as Uber and Cabify.An empty parking bay during the taxi strike outside Atocha train station in Madrid where taxi drivers usually wait to pick up train passengers. Taxi drivers continue with their protest as part of a strike ongoing since January 21 2019, to demand increased regulation on ride-sharing services such as Uber and Cabify.
  • A girl seen playing at the Suhrawardy Udaan park during the COVID-19 pandemic. Around 71% of the children said they feel isolated and lonely due to school closures and 91% of children and young people are in emotional distress due to the coronavirus pandemic, according to a new survey by World Vision published.A girl seen playing at the Suhrawardy Udaan park during the COVID-19 pandemic. Around 71% of the children said they feel isolated and lonely due to school closures and 91% of children and young people are in emotional distress due to the coronavirus pandemic, according to a new survey by World Vision published.
  • Ballet dancers are seen performing during the event. The Franz Lehar orchestra presented the best Viennese waltzes by the Vienna Opera's soloists and dancers in AthensBallet dancers are seen performing during the event. The Franz Lehar orchestra presented the best Viennese waltzes by the Vienna Opera's soloists and dancers in Athens
  • Volunteers clean up the riverbanks surrounding the canal. It was a canal before but continuous deposit of urban waste have clogged it completely.Volunteers clean up the riverbanks surrounding the canal. It was a canal before but continuous deposit of urban waste have clogged it completely.
  • A man rows his boat across Dal lake during the seasons first snowfall in Srinagar, Indian administered Kashmir. Right at the advent of winter, Kashmir valley has received its first snowfall as cold wave like conditions gripped the Valley due to continuous downpour. All weather stations across the Valley Friday witnessed a drop of around 10 degrees Celsius from the normal day temperatures for this time of the year.A man rows his boat across Dal lake during the seasons first snowfall in Srinagar, Indian administered Kashmir. Right at the advent of winter, Kashmir valley has received its first snowfall as cold wave like conditions gripped the Valley due to continuous downpour. All weather stations across the Valley Friday witnessed a drop of around 10 degrees Celsius from the normal day temperatures for this time of the year.
  • A young fan is seen watching the 2025 Australian Women’s Ice Hockey League Grand Final match between Melbourne Ice and Brisbane Lightning at O’Brien Icehouse. Final score: Melbourne Ice 4 : 1 Brisbane Lightning.A young fan is seen watching the 2025 Australian Women’s Ice Hockey League Grand Final match between Melbourne Ice and Brisbane Lightning at O’Brien Icehouse. Final score: Melbourne Ice 4 : 1 Brisbane Lightning.
  • Grace Neutral, El Wood and Emily Malice attending Munroe Bergdorf's Birthday Party at Berners Tavern in LondonGrace Neutral, El Wood and Emily Malice attending Munroe Bergdorf's Birthday Party at Berners Tavern in London

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