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  • A damaged house after floodwater subsided in Kampung Ajai. Floods in Malaysia caused by heavy monsoon rainfall affects most of Peninsular Malaysia.A damaged house after floodwater subsided in Kampung Ajai. Floods in Malaysia caused by heavy monsoon rainfall affects most of Peninsular Malaysia.
  • Armed security personnel on the streets as Syrian transitional government stages a military parade at Umayyad Square as part of the Liberation Day anniversary. Syrians crowd the streets of central Damascus, waving flags and singing patriotic songs amid fireworks, flares, and car horns as they celebrate the first anniversary of the fall of the Assad regime.Armed security personnel on the streets as Syrian transitional government stages a military parade at Umayyad Square as part of the Liberation Day anniversary. Syrians crowd the streets of central Damascus, waving flags and singing patriotic songs amid fireworks, flares, and car horns as they celebrate the first anniversary of the fall of the Assad regime.
  • TOKYO, JAPAN - MAY 13, 2020: Employees wearing face masks as a preventive measure work at a cosmetics store amid coronavirus crisis. The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare in Japan is set to introduce an online system to manage information on novel coronavirus patients in an integrated fashion, in a bid to reduce the burden on public health centers and to enhance patient support.TOKYO, JAPAN - MAY 13, 2020: Employees wearing face masks as a preventive measure work at a cosmetics store amid coronavirus crisis. The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare in Japan is set to introduce an online system to manage information on novel coronavirus patients in an integrated fashion, in a bid to reduce the burden on public health centers and to enhance patient support.
  • Officers of the Bataillon des Marins-Pompiers de Marseille (BMPM) in uniforms are seen during the ceremony. The helmet handover ceremony presided over by Mayor Benoît Payan took place at Place Bargemon in front of Marseille Town Hall. 31 students from the school of firefighters of the Navy formalised their operational integration into the Fire and Rescue Center (CIS) and the start of their career as quartermasters of the fleet.Officers of the Bataillon des Marins-Pompiers de Marseille (BMPM) in uniforms are seen during the ceremony. The helmet handover ceremony presided over by Mayor Benoît Payan took place at Place Bargemon in front of Marseille Town Hall. 31 students from the school of firefighters of the Navy formalised their operational integration into the Fire and Rescue Center (CIS) and the start of their career as quartermasters of the fleet.
  • In this photo illustration, the Threads logo is displayed on a smartphone screen with a Meta logo in the background. Meta has recently released its text-based platform rival to Twitter called Threads.In this photo illustration, the Threads logo is displayed on a smartphone screen with a Meta logo in the background. Meta has recently released its text-based platform rival to Twitter called Threads.
  • Indiana Hoosiers guard Nicole Cardano-Hillary (No.4) steals the ball from Penn State during the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) women's basketball game in Bloomington. Indiana University beats Penn State with a final score of 70-40.Indiana Hoosiers guard Nicole Cardano-Hillary (No.4) steals the ball from Penn State during the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) women's basketball game in Bloomington. Indiana University beats Penn State with a final score of 70-40.
  • People lined up to buy food. The crisis continues to worsen in Venezuela and many people must stand in line to obtain regulated products because the salary does not lend them access to imported products.People lined up to buy food. The crisis continues to worsen in Venezuela and many people must stand in line to obtain regulated products because the salary does not lend them access to imported products.
  • The cruise liner SeaDream II cruise ship arrives at the French Mediterranean port of Marseille.The cruise liner SeaDream II cruise ship arrives at the French Mediterranean port of Marseille.
  • A protester seen chanting slogans during the demonstration. Hundreds of Spanish students in Madrid join the global movement "Friday for Future" to demand measures against climate change and protection of the environment.A protester seen chanting slogans during the demonstration. Hundreds of Spanish students in Madrid join the global movement "Friday for Future" to demand measures against climate change and protection of the environment.
  • 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.
  • Protesters seen shouting slogans while holding several placards and posters during the demonstration. Thousand of people marched in London in a protest called "NHS in crisis - fix it now" to call for government action to demand the end of NHS crisis.Protesters seen shouting slogans while holding several placards and posters during the demonstration. Thousand of people marched in London in a protest called "NHS in crisis - fix it now" to call for government action to demand the end of NHS crisis.
  • A barber dressed in a protective suit as a preventive measure trims a man's hair as businesses reopen. Bangladesh government announced that certain businesses including: super shop, shopping mall, stationary, hair salons, barbershops could reopen. There are currently over 20,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases with 314 deaths.A barber dressed in a protective suit as a preventive measure trims a man's hair as businesses reopen. Bangladesh government announced that certain businesses including: super shop, shopping mall, stationary, hair salons, barbershops could reopen. There are currently over 20,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases with 314 deaths.
  • Pope Leo XIV leaves at the end of the Good Friday Way of the Cross at the Colosseum.Pope Leo XIV leaves at the end of the Good Friday Way of the Cross at the Colosseum.
  • "Point of Invincibility", a special shelter equipped with heating and generators where citizens can come in case of long-term power outages seen in a park in Kyiv."Point of Invincibility", a special shelter equipped with heating and generators where citizens can come in case of long-term power outages seen in a park in Kyiv.
  • Logan Sargeant of United States drives the (2) Williams FW44 Mercedes during the F1 Grand Prix of Singapore at the Marina Bay Street circuit.Logan Sargeant of United States drives the (2) Williams FW44 Mercedes during the F1 Grand Prix of Singapore at the Marina Bay Street circuit.
  • The logo above the door of the Beijing Stock Exchange seen in Beijing.The logo above the door of the Beijing Stock Exchange seen in Beijing.
  • U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) speaking at a press conference with Senate Republicans about proposed budget legislation.U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) speaking at a press conference with Senate Republicans about proposed budget legislation.
  • A special unit officer inspects the firing line against the backdrop of red container. The final of the special purpose triathlon competition in the Moscow region. The competition was held at the Vityaz Special Training Center. The organizer of the competition is the founder of the traditional for Russian Special Forces passing the exam for the right to wear the honorary Krapovy beret Hero of Russia Sergei Ivanovich Lysyuk. The competition includes: - overcoming the obstacle course for a while in uniform, with a protective helmet and with a service weapon in a holster, practical shooting is carried out in a shooting range; the fire task is brought to the participant immediately before the start of the exercise; the shooting situation is not known in advance, assault on a "high-rise" in the form of a model of a four-storey building; performed in body Armor and armoured helmets with goggles. The sequence of stages is chosen in such a way as to reflect the ability of the participants to quickly switch from one activity to another.A special unit officer inspects the firing line against the backdrop of red container. The final of the special purpose triathlon competition in the Moscow region. The competition was held at the Vityaz Special Training Center. The organizer of the competition is the founder of the traditional for Russian Special Forces passing the exam for the right to wear the honorary Krapovy beret Hero of Russia Sergei Ivanovich Lysyuk. The competition includes: - overcoming the obstacle course for a while in uniform, with a protective helmet and with a service weapon in a holster, practical shooting is carried out in a shooting range; the fire task is brought to the participant immediately before the start of the exercise; the shooting situation is not known in advance, assault on a "high-rise" in the form of a model of a four-storey building; performed in body Armor and armoured helmets with goggles. The sequence of stages is chosen in such a way as to reflect the ability of the participants to quickly switch from one activity to another.
  • A visitor seen inspect a ROG Xbox Ally during the Thailand Game Show 2025 at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center.A visitor seen inspect a ROG Xbox Ally during the Thailand Game Show 2025 at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center.
  • (EDITOR’S NOTE: Image taken with a drone) Belem tower, which is usually full of tourists, practically empty during the state of emergency. The Portuguese government declared a state of emergency across the country due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Appealing to all Portuguese people to stay at home, to avoid the spread of the virus. Leaving the City of Lisbon partially deserted.(EDITOR’S NOTE: Image taken with a drone) Belem tower, which is usually full of tourists, practically empty during the state of emergency. The Portuguese government declared a state of emergency across the country due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Appealing to all Portuguese people to stay at home, to avoid the spread of the virus. Leaving the City of Lisbon partially deserted.
  • People collect money during the ceremony. "Tasht gardani" is a religious ceremony during Muharram in Masuleh. At the event, the Masuleh people move a ‘’tasht’’ around the city to raise money which is spent on the mosque during Muharram. Masuleh is a historical city in northern Iran and in Gilan province.People collect money during the ceremony. "Tasht gardani" is a religious ceremony during Muharram in Masuleh. At the event, the Masuleh people move a ‘’tasht’’ around the city to raise money which is spent on the mosque during Muharram. Masuleh is a historical city in northern Iran and in Gilan province.
  • The new DJI Mavic 2 Pro and Mavic 2 Zoom drones at DJI flying area official store in Hong Kong. Drone manufacturing leader DJI releases 2 of it's latest products, the Marvic 2 pro and the Marvic 2 zoom on 23rd August 2018. The Marvic 2 Pro is equipped with a upgraded 1 inch camera sensor for improved quality, while the Marvic 2 zoom allows users to use the digital zoom function in flight.The new DJI Mavic 2 Pro and Mavic 2 Zoom drones at DJI flying area official store in Hong Kong. Drone manufacturing leader DJI releases 2 of it's latest products, the Marvic 2 pro and the Marvic 2 zoom on 23rd August 2018. The Marvic 2 Pro is equipped with a upgraded 1 inch camera sensor for improved quality, while the Marvic 2 zoom allows users to use the digital zoom function in flight.
  • People seen buying warm clothes at a local market during a cold winter day in Srinagar, the capital city of Kashmir.People seen buying warm clothes at a local market during a cold winter day in Srinagar, the capital city of Kashmir.
  • Debris and branches of trees seen in the aftermath of Tropical Cyclone Jasper in the northern beaches suburb of Holloways Beach in Cairns. Tropical Cyclone Jasper made landfall over the Cairns region as a Category 2 System on Wednesday 13 December, bringing widespread flooding, debris and powerful winds. Many in Far North Queensland are familiar with tropical storms, but varying terrain and prior ground and coastal conditions continue to bring new problems such as flash flooding and erosion. Some areas such as the suburbs of the Northern Beaches can become flooded, as is the case in Holloways Beach.Debris and branches of trees seen in the aftermath of Tropical Cyclone Jasper in the northern beaches suburb of Holloways Beach in Cairns. Tropical Cyclone Jasper made landfall over the Cairns region as a Category 2 System on Wednesday 13 December, bringing widespread flooding, debris and powerful winds. Many in Far North Queensland are familiar with tropical storms, but varying terrain and prior ground and coastal conditions continue to bring new problems such as flash flooding and erosion. Some areas such as the suburbs of the Northern Beaches can become flooded, as is the case in Holloways Beach.
  • Shirley Henderson attends "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker" European Premiere at Cineworld Leicester Square in London.Shirley Henderson attends "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker" European Premiere at Cineworld Leicester Square in London.

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