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  • A Kashmiri artisan carves a handicraft item at a wood carving factory. Kashmir, the paradise on earth, refers to the region's breathtaking natural beauty and traditional handicrafts. Along with many other types of art, Kashmir is renowned for its unique wood carving technique. Kashmiri wood carving is in high demand both inside and outside the state. Its market has grown both locally and globally over the years. But nowadays, the artisans are struggling to keep this art alive. Most of the products made by these craftsmen are not fetching enough profit, due to which this noble profession might become extinct in the next few years.A Kashmiri artisan carves a handicraft item at a wood carving factory. Kashmir, the paradise on earth, refers to the region's breathtaking natural beauty and traditional handicrafts. Along with many other types of art, Kashmir is renowned for its unique wood carving technique. Kashmiri wood carving is in high demand both inside and outside the state. Its market has grown both locally and globally over the years. But nowadays, the artisans are struggling to keep this art alive. Most of the products made by these craftsmen are not fetching enough profit, due to which this noble profession might become extinct in the next few years.
  • Islamic Jihad activists seen burning the Israel and United States of America flags during an Anti-Israel and USA military parade in the south of the Gaza Strip.Islamic Jihad activists seen burning the Israel and United States of America flags during an Anti-Israel and USA military parade in the south of the Gaza Strip.
  • A medieval cannon inside the Kasbah of Sfax is a kasbah, an Islamic desert fortress, located in the southwestern corner of the ancient city of Sfax.A medieval cannon inside the Kasbah of Sfax is a kasbah, an Islamic desert fortress, located in the southwestern corner of the ancient city of Sfax.
  • Pope Francis with the nuns as he leaves at the end of the weekly General Audience in Paul VI Hall.Pope Francis with the nuns as he leaves at the end of the weekly General Audience in Paul VI Hall.
  • Police Officers from an anti riot team line up after clearing the highway blockade. War veterans blocked El Salvador's main highways to protest against the government’s intervention in the autonomous work of the National Veterans Institute.Police Officers from an anti riot team line up after clearing the highway blockade. War veterans blocked El Salvador's main highways to protest against the government’s intervention in the autonomous work of the National Veterans Institute.
  • A protester chants slogans while holding a placard expressing his opinion during the demonstration. The death of George Floyd, while in the custody of Minneapolis police has sparked protests across the country, as well as demonstrations of solidarity around the world.A protester chants slogans while holding a placard expressing his opinion during the demonstration. The death of George Floyd, while in the custody of Minneapolis police has sparked protests across the country, as well as demonstrations of solidarity around the world.
  • Police agents wear surgical masks at Hong Kong International Airport in Hong Kong. Another day in Hong Kong during the corona virus outbreak. Community outbreak declared in the city: the government said all travellers from the mainland China, including Hong Kong residents would be placed on a mandatory 14-day quarantine as part of its escalated response to the contagion.Police agents wear surgical masks at Hong Kong International Airport in Hong Kong. Another day in Hong Kong during the corona virus outbreak. Community outbreak declared in the city: the government said all travellers from the mainland China, including Hong Kong residents would be placed on a mandatory 14-day quarantine as part of its escalated response to the contagion.
  • José Luis Martínez-Almeida, Mayor of Madrid participates in an informative breakfast at the Four Seasons Hotel.José Luis Martínez-Almeida, Mayor of Madrid participates in an informative breakfast at the Four Seasons Hotel.
  • Protesters seen signing a petition during the demonstration. Residents of the northern districts of Marseille have gathered to protest against excessive pollution from cruise ships.Protesters seen signing a petition during the demonstration. Residents of the northern districts of Marseille have gathered to protest against excessive pollution from cruise ships.
  • A placard seen among demonstrators during the Fridays For Future Strike. Thousands of demonstrators rally in Berlin in Invalidenparkl to protest against the World climate change. Most protestants are young students from Berlin schools, as well as a large numbers of adults and seniors.A placard seen among demonstrators during the Fridays For Future Strike. Thousands of demonstrators rally in Berlin in Invalidenparkl to protest against the World climate change. Most protestants are young students from Berlin schools, as well as a large numbers of adults and seniors.
  • A healthcare worker wearing a face mask administers a COVID19 vaccine dose to a woman inside her car at Kohinoor public parking in Mumbai. This facility is opened to cater to senior citizens and differently abled people.A healthcare worker wearing a face mask administers a COVID19 vaccine dose to a woman inside her car at Kohinoor public parking in Mumbai. This facility is opened to cater to senior citizens and differently abled people.
  • A Tunisian woman infected by the COVID-19 coronavirus receives oxygen at the Ibn al-Jazzar hospital in the east-central city of Kairouan. Tunisia placed the capital Tunis and the northern town of Bizerte under a partial lockdown from July 14 in a bid to rein in record daily coronavirus cases and deaths.A Tunisian woman infected by the COVID-19 coronavirus receives oxygen at the Ibn al-Jazzar hospital in the east-central city of Kairouan. Tunisia placed the capital Tunis and the northern town of Bizerte under a partial lockdown from July 14 in a bid to rein in record daily coronavirus cases and deaths.
  • Pope Leo XIV greets the faithful during his weekly general audience in Paul Vi hall at the Vatican.Pope Leo XIV greets the faithful during his weekly general audience in Paul Vi hall at the Vatican.
  • Palestinian protesters take part in a demonstration at the border fence with Israel, denouncing the Israeli siege of the Palestinian strip.Palestinian protesters take part in a demonstration at the border fence with Israel, denouncing the Israeli siege of the Palestinian strip.
  • Oleksandr Zinchenko (L) of Arsenal FC with Marcus Edwards (R) of Sporting CP seen in action during the Round of 16 Leg One - UEFA Europa League match between Sporting CP and Arsenal FC at Estadio Jose Alvalade. (Final score: Sporting CP 2:2 Arsenal FC)Oleksandr Zinchenko (L) of Arsenal FC with Marcus Edwards (R) of Sporting CP seen in action during the Round of 16 Leg One - UEFA Europa League match between Sporting CP and Arsenal FC at Estadio Jose Alvalade. (Final score: Sporting CP 2:2 Arsenal FC)
  • President Tsai Ing Wen during a press conference at democracy progressive party headquarter. Taiwan President Tsai Ing Wen criticises Hong Kong government over recent arrests of Jimmy Lai and Agnes Ting Chow which undermine Hong Kong's democracy. President Tsai appeals to all leaders to stand up for Hong Kong's freedom and democracy.President Tsai Ing Wen during a press conference at democracy progressive party headquarter. Taiwan President Tsai Ing Wen criticises Hong Kong government over recent arrests of Jimmy Lai and Agnes Ting Chow which undermine Hong Kong's democracy. President Tsai appeals to all leaders to stand up for Hong Kong's freedom and democracy.
  • Members of the Orthodox Jewish community surround the fire being used to burn any bread or "chametz" into a fire in preparation for Passover. Members of the Orthodox Jewish community in Williamsburg, Brooklyn prepare for Passover by burning all leavened bread, or “Chametz”, the ritual is known as Biur Chamtez. Fires can be found throughout the neighborhood the morning before Passover.Members of the Orthodox Jewish community surround the fire being used to burn any bread or "chametz" into a fire in preparation for Passover. Members of the Orthodox Jewish community in Williamsburg, Brooklyn prepare for Passover by burning all leavened bread, or “Chametz”, the ritual is known as Biur Chamtez. Fires can be found throughout the neighborhood the morning before Passover.
  • In this photo illustration showing a screen, current US President Joe Biden is seen speaking from the Roosevelt Room of the White House in Washington. President Biden and Vice President Harris held a briefing to discuss the incident and express support for Donald Trump. Biden called for an investigation into the incident and expressed condolences to the family of the victim who rushed to protect his family during the shooting and was killed. The suspect in the shooting, 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, was arrested and charged with attempted murder.In this photo illustration showing a screen, current US President Joe Biden is seen speaking from the Roosevelt Room of the White House in Washington. President Biden and Vice President Harris held a briefing to discuss the incident and express support for Donald Trump. Biden called for an investigation into the incident and expressed condolences to the family of the victim who rushed to protect his family during the shooting and was killed. The suspect in the shooting, 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, was arrested and charged with attempted murder.
  • (L-R) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Founder of Odysse Electric Vehicles, Nemin Vora (seated on the motorcycle) and Virendra Vora, Chairman, and Advisor pose for a photo during the launch of Odysse electric motorcycle 'Vader' in Mumbai. Odysse aims to provide sustainable and affordable mobility that can be accessible to everyone. The delivery of the Odysse Vader electric motorcycle begins on July 23.(L-R) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Founder of Odysse Electric Vehicles, Nemin Vora (seated on the motorcycle) and Virendra Vora, Chairman, and Advisor pose for a photo during the launch of Odysse electric motorcycle 'Vader' in Mumbai. Odysse aims to provide sustainable and affordable mobility that can be accessible to everyone. The delivery of the Odysse Vader electric motorcycle begins on July 23.
  • A farmer reaps rice at the field during the rice harvest season on the outskirts of Srinagar, Kashmir. India is one of the world's largest producers of white rice and brown rice, accounting for 25% of all world rice production. Rice is India's pre-eminent crop and is the staple food of the people of the eastern and southern parts of the country.A farmer reaps rice at the field during the rice harvest season on the outskirts of Srinagar, Kashmir. India is one of the world's largest producers of white rice and brown rice, accounting for 25% of all world rice production. Rice is India's pre-eminent crop and is the staple food of the people of the eastern and southern parts of the country.
  • Pieter van Vollenhoven Jr., the husband of Princess Margriet of the Netherlands is seen holding an umbrella during the parade. Wageningen, also known as the 'City of Liberation', is especially connected to the remembrance days here on 4 and 5 May, as the capitulation which ended World War II in the Netherlands was signed in the city. During Liberation Day, The Liberation Parade, or 'Bevrijdingsdefilé' in Dutch is celebrated each year and reunites veterans and military successors to pay tribute to all those who gave their lives during WWII. This year also 17 British veterans were warmly welcomed, they arrived in British black cabs.Pieter van Vollenhoven Jr., the husband of Princess Margriet of the Netherlands is seen holding an umbrella during the parade. Wageningen, also known as the 'City of Liberation', is especially connected to the remembrance days here on 4 and 5 May, as the capitulation which ended World War II in the Netherlands was signed in the city. During Liberation Day, The Liberation Parade, or 'Bevrijdingsdefilé' in Dutch is celebrated each year and reunites veterans and military successors to pay tribute to all those who gave their lives during WWII. This year also 17 British veterans were warmly welcomed, they arrived in British black cabs.
  • Men are seen looking at the Fujifilm new technologies during the festival. Image +Tech & Photo vision 2019 is a big festival with large corporate delegations, many exhibitions, stores and workshops about photography and video was held In the place of Helexpo Marousi in Athens, Greece.Men are seen looking at the Fujifilm new technologies during the festival. Image +Tech & Photo vision 2019 is a big festival with large corporate delegations, many exhibitions, stores and workshops about photography and video was held In the place of Helexpo Marousi in Athens, Greece.
  • A view of a big tree with all golden and yellow leaves. During the Autumn season, the landscape in The Netherlands is flooded with green, ochre, golden and reddish colors. It’s the perfect season to take pictures of nature and enjoy the marvelous sights. The Netherlands has many wooded areas with hiking trails that are easy to follow.A view of a big tree with all golden and yellow leaves. During the Autumn season, the landscape in The Netherlands is flooded with green, ochre, golden and reddish colors. It’s the perfect season to take pictures of nature and enjoy the marvelous sights. The Netherlands has many wooded areas with hiking trails that are easy to follow.
  • A Squid Games family take their father to his fate during the OzComicCon 2023. Oz Comic Con Melbourne! The event brought together a vibrant community of fans and cosplayers, transforming the convention center into a haven of pop culture. Cosplayers dazzled with their elaborate costumes, embodying beloved characters from comics, movies, and anime. Celebrity guests engaged audiences in enthralling panels and Q&A sessions, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and inspiring insights. Exhibitors showcased a treasure trove of collectibles, merchandise, and artwork, enticing attendees with exclusive offerings. Workshops and screenings provided immersive experiences, while gaming tournaments sparked fierce competition. Oz Comic Con Melbourne became a hub of creativity and fandom.A Squid Games family take their father to his fate during the OzComicCon 2023. Oz Comic Con Melbourne! The event brought together a vibrant community of fans and cosplayers, transforming the convention center into a haven of pop culture. Cosplayers dazzled with their elaborate costumes, embodying beloved characters from comics, movies, and anime. Celebrity guests engaged audiences in enthralling panels and Q&A sessions, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and inspiring insights. Exhibitors showcased a treasure trove of collectibles, merchandise, and artwork, enticing attendees with exclusive offerings. Workshops and screenings provided immersive experiences, while gaming tournaments sparked fierce competition. Oz Comic Con Melbourne became a hub of creativity and fandom.
  • Valerio Mastandrea attends the red carpet for the movie “Italo Calvino nella città” during the 19th Rome Film Festival at Auditorium Parco Della Musica in Rome.Valerio Mastandrea attends the red carpet for the movie “Italo Calvino nella città” during the 19th Rome Film Festival at Auditorium Parco Della Musica in Rome.

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