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  • Hindu devotees light Diyas (clay made lamps) in front of the idol of Lord Durga during the Sandhi Puja Ritual of Durga Ashtami at a Pandal (Temporary place of Worship) in Kolkata. Sandhi Puja is the junction time between the Eighth & Ninth day of Durga Puja when 108 Diyas are lit up for the Hindu traditional ritual. The Hindu people believe these lights will eliminate all the darkness from every corner of their lives.Hindu devotees light Diyas (clay made lamps) in front of the idol of Lord Durga during the Sandhi Puja Ritual of Durga Ashtami at a Pandal (Temporary place of Worship) in Kolkata. Sandhi Puja is the junction time between the Eighth & Ninth day of Durga Puja when 108 Diyas are lit up for the Hindu traditional ritual. The Hindu people believe these lights will eliminate all the darkness from every corner of their lives.
  • Palestinian children hold pictures of the Palestinian young man, Mohammed Amer (18 years old), after he was killed by Israeli army bullets during their raid on Balata camp. Eight Palestinians were injured, four of them in critical condition and were transferred to Nablus Hospital.Palestinian children hold pictures of the Palestinian young man, Mohammed Amer (18 years old), after he was killed by Israeli army bullets during their raid on Balata camp. Eight Palestinians were injured, four of them in critical condition and were transferred to Nablus Hospital.
  • Alexandria Opera House or Sayed Darwish Theatre was built in 1918 and opened in 1921 in the city of Alexandria, Egypt, when it opened, it was named Teatro Mohamed Ali.Alexandria Opera House or Sayed Darwish Theatre was built in 1918 and opened in 1921 in the city of Alexandria, Egypt, when it opened, it was named Teatro Mohamed Ali.
  • Workers of the Municipal Emergency and Rescue Service (KARS), stand on the roof of a drone-damaged high-rise residential building in Solomyanskyi district. Early this morning, Russian forces launched an attack on the Ukrainian capital using kamikaze drones, which were intercepted by the Ukrainian Air Defense Forces. Despite interception efforts, fragments from these drones caused damage to structures in several districts of the city.Workers of the Municipal Emergency and Rescue Service (KARS), stand on the roof of a drone-damaged high-rise residential building in Solomyanskyi district. Early this morning, Russian forces launched an attack on the Ukrainian capital using kamikaze drones, which were intercepted by the Ukrainian Air Defense Forces. Despite interception efforts, fragments from these drones caused damage to structures in several districts of the city.
  • Police officers arrest a protester during a Commemorative march. Protesters took to the streets to commemorate the Social Outburst that occurred in Chile three years ago on October 18, 2019 which was one of the most critical moments in politics and a show of social discontent due to exploitation of different kinds. This year there was again police repression towards the protesters in the confrontation against the new government of Gabriel Boric.Police officers arrest a protester during a Commemorative march. Protesters took to the streets to commemorate the Social Outburst that occurred in Chile three years ago on October 18, 2019 which was one of the most critical moments in politics and a show of social discontent due to exploitation of different kinds. This year there was again police repression towards the protesters in the confrontation against the new government of Gabriel Boric.
  • In this photo illustration, the Rakuten logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen.In this photo illustration, the Rakuten logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen.
  • Protesters hold banners and flags during the demonstration. At the call of several unions and political parties, demonstrators marched on the streets of Marseille against the disputed pension reform of the French government. President Emmanuel Macron has enacted the reform with changes that should come into force before the end of this year 2023.Protesters hold banners and flags during the demonstration. At the call of several unions and political parties, demonstrators marched on the streets of Marseille against the disputed pension reform of the French government. President Emmanuel Macron has enacted the reform with changes that should come into force before the end of this year 2023.
  • Emmanuel Macron delivers a speech during his political meeting in Marseille. French President Emmanuel Macron candidate for the presidential election of the "La Republique En Marche" (LREM) had a public meeting in Marseille. The second round of the French presidential election is due to take place on April 24.Emmanuel Macron delivers a speech during his political meeting in Marseille. French President Emmanuel Macron candidate for the presidential election of the "La Republique En Marche" (LREM) had a public meeting in Marseille. The second round of the French presidential election is due to take place on April 24.
  • The passenger cruise ship Silver Nova arrives at the French Mediterranean port of Marseille.The passenger cruise ship Silver Nova arrives at the French Mediterranean port of Marseille.
  • Sea turtle seen lying on the ground dead at the Al Jazirah beach. Al Jazirah beach is located near the upmarket residential area of Al Hamra Village in Ras Al Khaimah. The beach is littered with plastic bags, plastic bottles, fish nets, fishing lines, construction wood, dead fish and even a dead turtle. The area has become a dumping ground for unwanted human and construction waste over the last few years.Sea turtle seen lying on the ground dead at the Al Jazirah beach. Al Jazirah beach is located near the upmarket residential area of Al Hamra Village in Ras Al Khaimah. The beach is littered with plastic bags, plastic bottles, fish nets, fishing lines, construction wood, dead fish and even a dead turtle. The area has become a dumping ground for unwanted human and construction waste over the last few years.
  • A nomad boy seen standing next to buffaloes while he keeps watch on his flock in Patiala district of Punjab, India.A nomad boy seen standing next to buffaloes while he keeps watch on his flock in Patiala district of Punjab, India.
  • A nurse prepares a shot of India's Serum Institute Covishield vaccine against COVID-19 to be applied on elderly people in a makeshift care home at a special school. The original care home inside San Martin Hospital was converted into the COVID-19 sector at the beginning of the pandemic and residents were transferred to a special school.A nurse prepares a shot of India's Serum Institute Covishield vaccine against COVID-19 to be applied on elderly people in a makeshift care home at a special school. The original care home inside San Martin Hospital was converted into the COVID-19 sector at the beginning of the pandemic and residents were transferred to a special school.
  • Pope Leo XIV leaves the Tor Vergata camp at the end of the Mass for the Jubilee of Youth.Pope Leo XIV leaves the Tor Vergata camp at the end of the Mass for the Jubilee of Youth.
  • People seen near the crater from the explosion of a Russian rocket on a children's playground in the center of the capital. After several months of relative calm, multiple explosions rocked Kyiv early on a Monday morning. The head of the Ukrainian military said that Russian forces launched at least 75 missiles at Ukraine, with fatal strikes targeting the capital Kyiv, and cities in the south and west.People seen near the crater from the explosion of a Russian rocket on a children's playground in the center of the capital. After several months of relative calm, multiple explosions rocked Kyiv early on a Monday morning. The head of the Ukrainian military said that Russian forces launched at least 75 missiles at Ukraine, with fatal strikes targeting the capital Kyiv, and cities in the south and west.
  • Rangers manager Ally McCoist advertises ESPN channel's live coverage of Dunfermline vs Rangers on Saturday. Interviews, filming and pictures at event which is in place of McCoist's regular pre-match press conference.Rangers manager Ally McCoist advertises ESPN channel's live coverage of Dunfermline vs Rangers on Saturday. Interviews, filming and pictures at event which is in place of McCoist's regular pre-match press conference.
  • Deputy Secretary for Health (Special Duties) Vincent Fung (L1), Secretary for Health Professor Lo Chung-mau (L2), Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu (L3) and Secretary for transport and logistics Lam Sai-hung (L4) attend a press conference announcing the relaxation of mandatory quarantine policy at the government headquarters. The Hong Kong government announced that it will scrap hotel quarantine for inbound travellers from Sept. 26, the most substantial move yet in the city's push to end its isolation and salvage its status as a global financial center.Deputy Secretary for Health (Special Duties) Vincent Fung (L1), Secretary for Health Professor Lo Chung-mau (L2), Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu (L3) and Secretary for transport and logistics Lam Sai-hung (L4) attend a press conference announcing the relaxation of mandatory quarantine policy at the government headquarters. The Hong Kong government announced that it will scrap hotel quarantine for inbound travellers from Sept. 26, the most substantial move yet in the city's push to end its isolation and salvage its status as a global financial center.
  • Traffic travels south on Fifth Avenue into New York City's Congestion Relief Zone. New York City's congestion pricing program, which charges most drivers $9 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street, went into effect at midnight.Traffic travels south on Fifth Avenue into New York City's Congestion Relief Zone. New York City's congestion pricing program, which charges most drivers $9 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street, went into effect at midnight.
  • OMON (riot police) officers move through unfamiliar terrain under the cover of an armored vehicle during the field phase of the exercise. A complex tactical and special exercise took place in the Voronezh region. It was attended by employees and servicemen of the National Guard and regional offices of the state power departments.OMON (riot police) officers move through unfamiliar terrain under the cover of an armored vehicle during the field phase of the exercise. A complex tactical and special exercise took place in the Voronezh region. It was attended by employees and servicemen of the National Guard and regional offices of the state power departments.
  • In this photo illustration, the Hoichoi logo is displayed on a smartphone screen.In this photo illustration, the Hoichoi logo is displayed on a smartphone screen.
  • A man stands on an empty street next to a graffiti during the corona virus pandemic. Polish Government has introduced a state of epidemiological emergency and closed borders. Most public places like schools, universities, restaurants, etc. have been closed to prevent the spread of coronavirus.A man stands on an empty street next to a graffiti during the corona virus pandemic. Polish Government has introduced a state of epidemiological emergency and closed borders. Most public places like schools, universities, restaurants, etc. have been closed to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
  • Lycoris Radiatas flowers in full bloom near the Yakachi River in Handa city where the bride rides in a rickshaw, and the groom walks alongside during their traditional Japanese style wedding. This type of traditional wedding is held annually during the Autumn Festival of Gon at the Yanabe Hachiman Shrine.Lycoris Radiatas flowers in full bloom near the Yakachi River in Handa city where the bride rides in a rickshaw, and the groom walks alongside during their traditional Japanese style wedding. This type of traditional wedding is held annually during the Autumn Festival of Gon at the Yanabe Hachiman Shrine.
  • In this photo illustration, a hand holds a box of Doliprane tablets in front of the flag of the United States of America. The French pharmaceutical group Sanofi has announced that it is entering into negotiations with the American investment fund CD&R for the acquisition of the Opella branch, which markets Doliprane in particular.In this photo illustration, a hand holds a box of Doliprane tablets in front of the flag of the United States of America. The French pharmaceutical group Sanofi has announced that it is entering into negotiations with the American investment fund CD&R for the acquisition of the Opella branch, which markets Doliprane in particular.
  • Palestinian students play outside the school as they return home during inclement weather in Gaza City.Palestinian students play outside the school as they return home during inclement weather in Gaza City.
  • A total lunar eclipse is seen over Victoria, turning the Moon a deep red. A total lunar eclipse was visible across Australia, New Zealand, and parts of Asia and the Pacific, drawing millions of viewers who watched the Moon turn a striking red hue. Astronomers noted it as one of the most widely viewed lunar eclipses of the year. In Victoria, the spectacular event on September 7–8, 2025, featured 82 minutes of totality, delighting skywatchers across the state. The next total lunar eclipse visible in Victoria is expected on March 3, 2026.A total lunar eclipse is seen over Victoria, turning the Moon a deep red. A total lunar eclipse was visible across Australia, New Zealand, and parts of Asia and the Pacific, drawing millions of viewers who watched the Moon turn a striking red hue. Astronomers noted it as one of the most widely viewed lunar eclipses of the year. In Victoria, the spectacular event on September 7–8, 2025, featured 82 minutes of totality, delighting skywatchers across the state. The next total lunar eclipse visible in Victoria is expected on March 3, 2026.
  • A group of Chhau dancers (semi classical Indian dance with martial and folk traditions) dressed as goddess Durga (ten-handed Hindu goddess on lion) on the road during the Durga puja carnival. Durga Puja is a Hindu festival and one of the biggest Bengali festivals, included in UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Durga Puja represents the collective worship of the Hindu Goddess Durga. The West Bengal Government organized a carnival with various puja pandals in Kolkata, India. Clubs participate in this carnival by arranging tableaus, dancing, and singing.A group of Chhau dancers (semi classical Indian dance with martial and folk traditions) dressed as goddess Durga (ten-handed Hindu goddess on lion) on the road during the Durga puja carnival. Durga Puja is a Hindu festival and one of the biggest Bengali festivals, included in UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Durga Puja represents the collective worship of the Hindu Goddess Durga. The West Bengal Government organized a carnival with various puja pandals in Kolkata, India. Clubs participate in this carnival by arranging tableaus, dancing, and singing.

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