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  • Sri Lanka's players during a practice session at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, ahead of the first of three one-day international (ODI) cricket match between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.Sri Lanka's players during a practice session at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, ahead of the first of three one-day international (ODI) cricket match between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.
  • A protester with a Ukrainian flag on her face is seen during the demonstration against Russian aggression.
On the third day of the attack of Russian military troops on Ukraine, Ukrainian citizens and anti-war protesters gathered at Beyazit Square in Istanbul to protest against Russia and Russian President Vladimir Putin.A protester with a Ukrainian flag on her face is seen during the demonstration against Russian aggression.
On the third day of the attack of Russian military troops on Ukraine, Ukrainian citizens and anti-war protesters gathered at Beyazit Square in Istanbul to protest against Russia and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
  • A Kenyan welding artisan (commonly known as Jua kali man) at his workshop along Pumwani road during a normal day at the Gikomba market in Nairobi.A Kenyan welding artisan (commonly known as Jua kali man) at his workshop along Pumwani road during a normal day at the Gikomba market in Nairobi.
  • An old woman seen walking next to the flowers and candles left for Zak Kostopoulos (33 years old) who was killed last Friday after attempting to rob a jewellery store in Athens, police said.An old woman seen walking next to the flowers and candles left for Zak Kostopoulos (33 years old) who was killed last Friday after attempting to rob a jewellery store in Athens, police said.
  • In this photo illustration, the Dutch Bros. Coffee logo is displayed on a smartphone screen.In this photo illustration, the Dutch Bros. Coffee logo is displayed on a smartphone screen.
  • Members of the Inaugural Tribute to Sailor Mas Band are having some fun for the crowds in the Cariwest Parade on day 2 of Cariwest Festival in Edmonton. On August 9, 2025, Day 2 of the Cariwest festival was highlighted by the Annual Cariwest Parade, which brought Mas Bands from across the Caribbean to downtown Edmonton. From noon to 2:30 p.m., the parade filled the streets with vibrant costumes, music, and dancing, beginning at 108 Street and 99 Avenue and ending at Sir Winston Churchill Square.Members of the Inaugural Tribute to Sailor Mas Band are having some fun for the crowds in the Cariwest Parade on day 2 of Cariwest Festival in Edmonton. On August 9, 2025, Day 2 of the Cariwest festival was highlighted by the Annual Cariwest Parade, which brought Mas Bands from across the Caribbean to downtown Edmonton. From noon to 2:30 p.m., the parade filled the streets with vibrant costumes, music, and dancing, beginning at 108 Street and 99 Avenue and ending at Sir Winston Churchill Square.
  • Some Samsung Galaxy S25 billboards have been installed on buildings in the center of Mexico City.Some Samsung Galaxy S25 billboards have been installed on buildings in the center of Mexico City.
  • Leader of Italian party Azione (Action), Carlo Calenda gestures during the launch of the campaign of the Terzo Polo within the group of Renew Europe, ahead of Italy's September 25 general elections.Leader of Italian party Azione (Action), Carlo Calenda gestures during the launch of the campaign of the Terzo Polo within the group of Renew Europe, ahead of Italy's September 25 general elections.
  • Tractors packed during the demonstration at Dam Square.
For the first time and after several protests in other cities, farmers decided to demonstrate in Amsterdam where they drove their tractors into the centre of the city. Dutch farmers demand for the government to make clear decisions regarding the issues surrounding nitrogen emissions.Tractors packed during the demonstration at Dam Square.
For the first time and after several protests in other cities, farmers decided to demonstrate in Amsterdam where they drove their tractors into the centre of the city. Dutch farmers demand for the government to make clear decisions regarding the issues surrounding nitrogen emissions.
  • Mori Building first aid treatment diffusers seen standing next to a smoke tent during the disaster drill in Roppongi Hills. Japanese employees of Mori Building Company participate in a disaster drill in Roppongi Hills in Tokyo to get familiar with fire extinguishing, first aid and smoke build-up situations.Mori Building first aid treatment diffusers seen standing next to a smoke tent during the disaster drill in Roppongi Hills. Japanese employees of Mori Building Company participate in a disaster drill in Roppongi Hills in Tokyo to get familiar with fire extinguishing, first aid and smoke build-up situations.
  • The liner Sylvia Earle cruise ship leaves the French Mediterranean port of Marseille.The liner Sylvia Earle cruise ship leaves the French Mediterranean port of Marseille.
  • A Nepalese Hindu woman prays to Lord Shiva during the first day of the Sarwan Brata festival, the month of fasting at a Temple.
Despite Temples being closed due to Coronavirus pandemic Nepalese Hindu women gathered outside the temple premises to worship Lord Shiva. Each Monday of the Sawan month women pray for a long and prosperous life of their husbands or for a chance to find a good one.A Nepalese Hindu woman prays to Lord Shiva during the first day of the Sarwan Brata festival, the month of fasting at a Temple.
Despite Temples being closed due to Coronavirus pandemic Nepalese Hindu women gathered outside the temple premises to worship Lord Shiva. Each Monday of the Sawan month women pray for a long and prosperous life of their husbands or for a chance to find a good one.
  • Hubert Bruls, Mayor of Nijmegen, (front) pays respect after the ceremony. A solemn ceremony took place in St. Steven's Church to commemorate the end of the war in Indonesia. Although the war ended in the Netherlands on May 5, 1945—80 years ago now, this was not the case for everyone within the Kingdom of the Netherlands. In the Dutch East Indies, as Indonesia was then still called, the war continued until August 15, 1945. On this day, the Japanese surrendered, and the Dutch East Indies was liberated. This officially marked the end of World War II for the Netherlands.Hubert Bruls, Mayor of Nijmegen, (front) pays respect after the ceremony. A solemn ceremony took place in St. Steven's Church to commemorate the end of the war in Indonesia. Although the war ended in the Netherlands on May 5, 1945—80 years ago now, this was not the case for everyone within the Kingdom of the Netherlands. In the Dutch East Indies, as Indonesia was then still called, the war continued until August 15, 1945. On this day, the Japanese surrendered, and the Dutch East Indies was liberated. This officially marked the end of World War II for the Netherlands.
  • Rioters set fire to carts in the street during clashes between Dhaka College students and new market store workers in the Mirpur road area. Dhaka College students came into the market to defend one store that had a dispute with a rival store over arranging Iftar tables while operating which escalated into clashes between students and new market store workers.Rioters set fire to carts in the street during clashes between Dhaka College students and new market store workers in the Mirpur road area. Dhaka College students came into the market to defend one store that had a dispute with a rival store over arranging Iftar tables while operating which escalated into clashes between students and new market store workers.
  • Red Bull Racing’s Dutch driver Max Verstappen waves to the crowd after the Austrian F1 Grand Prix race at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg.Red Bull Racing’s Dutch driver Max Verstappen waves to the crowd after the Austrian F1 Grand Prix race at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg.
  • In this photo illustration, a BMW Group logo is displayed on the screen of a smartphone.In this photo illustration, a BMW Group logo is displayed on the screen of a smartphone.
  • Community members gather for a vigil for 6 year old Sariah Sheppard in Reno.
A vigil is held at 9th Prater way in Reno for Sariah Sheppard who was killed in a car crash after a man fled police, eventual crashing into the family's car.Community members gather for a vigil for 6 year old Sariah Sheppard in Reno.
A vigil is held at 9th Prater way in Reno for Sariah Sheppard who was killed in a car crash after a man fled police, eventual crashing into the family's car.
  • Marko Stamenic (L) of Crvena Zvezda Belgrad and Claudio Luiz Rodrigues Parise Leonel, Claudinho (R) of Zenit in action during the Pari Premier Cup football match between Zenit Saint Petersburg and Crvena Zvezda Belgrad at Gazprom Arena. Crvena Zvezda FC team won against Zenit FC with a final score of 2:1.Marko Stamenic (L) of Crvena Zvezda Belgrad and Claudio Luiz Rodrigues Parise Leonel, Claudinho (R) of Zenit in action during the Pari Premier Cup football match between Zenit Saint Petersburg and Crvena Zvezda Belgrad at Gazprom Arena. Crvena Zvezda FC team won against Zenit FC with a final score of 2:1.
  • Delta Air Lines Airbus A330-300 landing at Amsterdam Schiphol International Airport in The Netherlands. The aircraft has the registration N817NW. Delta Airlines connects Amsterdam to Atlanta, Boston, Detroit, Los Angeles, Minneapolis/St. Paul, New York JFK, Orlando, Portland (OR), Salt Lake City, Seattle Tacoma and Tampa in the United States.Delta Air Lines Airbus A330-300 landing at Amsterdam Schiphol International Airport in The Netherlands. The aircraft has the registration N817NW. Delta Airlines connects Amsterdam to Atlanta, Boston, Detroit, Los Angeles, Minneapolis/St. Paul, New York JFK, Orlando, Portland (OR), Salt Lake City, Seattle Tacoma and Tampa in the United States.
  • Kids are seen playing at Rethymno beach in Crete, Greece.Kids are seen playing at Rethymno beach in Crete, Greece.
  • The bride seen having her makeup done for the wedding.
Kimike Inuz is 18 years old and today is her wedding. She comes from Ribnovo, a village of 3000 deep in Rhodope mountains where Pomaks, ethnic Slavs who adopted Islam, live. According to their specific tradition, during a wedding ceremony with imam, the bride comes with her face painted and eyes closed. This tradition is specific for this one village only.The bride seen having her makeup done for the wedding.
Kimike Inuz is 18 years old and today is her wedding. She comes from Ribnovo, a village of 3000 deep in Rhodope mountains where Pomaks, ethnic Slavs who adopted Islam, live. According to their specific tradition, during a wedding ceremony with imam, the bride comes with her face painted and eyes closed. This tradition is specific for this one village only.
  • The passenger cruise ship MSC Seaview arrives at the French Mediterranean port of Marseille.The passenger cruise ship MSC Seaview arrives at the French Mediterranean port of Marseille.
  • Residents take shelter under the Kalibata flyover during the aftermath of the floods in Jarkata.
Floods submerged several houses on the banks of the Ciliwung River in the East and South of Jakarta areas.Residents take shelter under the Kalibata flyover during the aftermath of the floods in Jarkata.
Floods submerged several houses on the banks of the Ciliwung River in the East and South of Jakarta areas.
  • A pro-trans rights group protester uses a megaphone to heckle police. In Melbourne, Trans Rights groups organized a counter-rally in response to an anti-trans event held at the state parliament. The demonstration, aimed at promoting equality and standing against discrimination, concluded with a march through the city center, drawing significant support from activists and allies across the community.A pro-trans rights group protester uses a megaphone to heckle police. In Melbourne, Trans Rights groups organized a counter-rally in response to an anti-trans event held at the state parliament. The demonstration, aimed at promoting equality and standing against discrimination, concluded with a march through the city center, drawing significant support from activists and allies across the community.
  • Bollywood actor, writer, director, and social advocate Nandita Das speaks during the Global Fintech Fest in Mumbai. Global Fintech Fest (GFF) will be held from 5-7th September 2023 in Mumbai.Bollywood actor, writer, director, and social advocate Nandita Das speaks during the Global Fintech Fest in Mumbai. Global Fintech Fest (GFF) will be held from 5-7th September 2023 in Mumbai.

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