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  • A Palestinian amputee seen lying on the ground after being injured while playing soccer during a local championship arranged by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), amid the covid-19 pandemic in Gaza City.A Palestinian amputee seen lying on the ground after being injured while playing soccer during a local championship arranged by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), amid the covid-19 pandemic in Gaza City.
  • A protester wearing a face mask that says "Vegan" is seen during the demonstration at the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry headquarters. The Animal protection law stating "Animals are not Commodities" was implemented in July 2021. The last day of the sterilization of dangerous dog breeds was on January 14. Animal lovers opposed to the move gathered outside the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry in Ankara.A protester wearing a face mask that says "Vegan" is seen during the demonstration at the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry headquarters. The Animal protection law stating "Animals are not Commodities" was implemented in July 2021. The last day of the sterilization of dangerous dog breeds was on January 14. Animal lovers opposed to the move gathered outside the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry in Ankara.
  • A woman seen taking alcohol at a local bar. For a long period of time, most women from Kibera slums have been under the influence of Alcohol. Not considering the side effects, women here consume it for different reasons including taking over stress and forgetting about their family problems back home. This is due to lack of enough job opportunities and support from their husbands The high level of alcohol consumption has led to higher rate of deaths, blindness, and risk of many dangerous diseases such as cancer, hypertension, stroke and traumatic injuries with young kids left behind as orphans. There is also unprotected sexual relations with the public and high chances of women getting raped by unknown villagers around the community leading to unwanted and repeated unstoppable pregnancies. This has led to high risk and spread of Hiv & Aids around the slums and has also left many women taking responsibilities for Kids with unknown fathers.A woman seen taking alcohol at a local bar. For a long period of time, most women from Kibera slums have been under the influence of Alcohol. Not considering the side effects, women here consume it for different reasons including taking over stress and forgetting about their family problems back home. This is due to lack of enough job opportunities and support from their husbands The high level of alcohol consumption has led to higher rate of deaths, blindness, and risk of many dangerous diseases such as cancer, hypertension, stroke and traumatic injuries with young kids left behind as orphans. There is also unprotected sexual relations with the public and high chances of women getting raped by unknown villagers around the community leading to unwanted and repeated unstoppable pregnancies. This has led to high risk and spread of Hiv & Aids around the slums and has also left many women taking responsibilities for Kids with unknown fathers.
  • The artist Frederic Amat, author of the famous drawing of the name of Barcelona where the letter L has been replaced by a bow is seen during the ceremony. Unveiling of the memorial inscription in memory of the victims of the attack on La Rambla which occurred on August 17, 2017 when a van drove into the center of the promenade causing numerous casualties and injuries. The memorial includes one of the phrases selected from the thousands of messages of solidarity expressed by the citizenship: Peace be upon you, oh city of peace.orial includes one of the phrases selected from the thousands of messages of solidarity expressed by the citizenship: Peace be upon you, oh city of peace.The artist Frederic Amat, author of the famous drawing of the name of Barcelona where the letter L has been replaced by a bow is seen during the ceremony. Unveiling of the memorial inscription in memory of the victims of the attack on La Rambla which occurred on August 17, 2017 when a van drove into the center of the promenade causing numerous casualties and injuries. The memorial includes one of the phrases selected from the thousands of messages of solidarity expressed by the citizenship: Peace be upon you, oh city of peace.orial includes one of the phrases selected from the thousands of messages of solidarity expressed by the citizenship: Peace be upon you, oh city of peace.
  • A cow crosses the river in search of food. On March 21st, World Forest Day is commemorated, followed by World Water Day, celebrated on March 22nd. Both dates intend to improve wildlife conditions and reduce contamination as climate change-related issues reach alarming levels in the scientific community.A cow crosses the river in search of food. On March 21st, World Forest Day is commemorated, followed by World Water Day, celebrated on March 22nd. Both dates intend to improve wildlife conditions and reduce contamination as climate change-related issues reach alarming levels in the scientific community.
  • Highway 50 is pictured empty due to the Caldor fire. Caldor Fire Evacuation orders for South Lake Tahoe city downgraded to warnings, people are now allowed go back to their homes. Parts around Highway 50 in South Lake Tahoe are still closed; there is no car on the Highway 50 except police car and fire truck.Highway 50 is pictured empty due to the Caldor fire. Caldor Fire Evacuation orders for South Lake Tahoe city downgraded to warnings, people are now allowed go back to their homes. Parts around Highway 50 in South Lake Tahoe are still closed; there is no car on the Highway 50 except police car and fire truck.
  • Protester holding a placard comparing Indian Prime minister to Adolf Hitler while seated during a demonstration against Citizenship (Amendment) Bill or CAB which grants Indian citizenship to non-Muslims of Afghanistan, Pakistan and Bangladesh that was passed by the Indian Government in December 2019 and has created violence, strike and protest all over the India.Protester holding a placard comparing Indian Prime minister to Adolf Hitler while seated during a demonstration against Citizenship (Amendment) Bill or CAB which grants Indian citizenship to non-Muslims of Afghanistan, Pakistan and Bangladesh that was passed by the Indian Government in December 2019 and has created violence, strike and protest all over the India.
  • A demonstrator escapes as riot police fire multiple rounds of tear gas canisters against him during the protest. Tens of thousands of pro-democracy protesters marched in central Hong Kong in yet another round of anti government demonstration. Riot police has used tear gas and rubber bullets against protesters despite the fact that the police force has been widely commended by the public for their disproportionate use of force against the protesters in past demonstrations triggered by the controversial extradition bill put forward by the Hong Kong government.A demonstrator escapes as riot police fire multiple rounds of tear gas canisters against him during the protest. Tens of thousands of pro-democracy protesters marched in central Hong Kong in yet another round of anti government demonstration. Riot police has used tear gas and rubber bullets against protesters despite the fact that the police force has been widely commended by the public for their disproportionate use of force against the protesters in past demonstrations triggered by the controversial extradition bill put forward by the Hong Kong government.
  • In this photo illustration a blue and gold pen is placed on an envelope with an Engie logo. The regulated tariffs of the gas supplier Engie will be up by 2.4% on December 1, 2020. This will be an increase of 0.6% for customers who use gas for cooking, by 1.4% for those who have dual use, cooking and hot water, and 2.5% for fireplaces that heat with gas.In this photo illustration a blue and gold pen is placed on an envelope with an Engie logo. The regulated tariffs of the gas supplier Engie will be up by 2.4% on December 1, 2020. This will be an increase of 0.6% for customers who use gas for cooking, by 1.4% for those who have dual use, cooking and hot water, and 2.5% for fireplaces that heat with gas.
  • A child seen playing in a canal which is polluted by wastewater from a Water treatment plant at Savar in Dhaka. In 2019 Bangladesh government opened a Water Treatment Plant/ Iron Removal Plant by Dhaka WASA (Water and Sewerage Authority). But this treatment plant throwing waste directly into the surrounding canal. The water colour of one of the local water sources turns into yellow. Local people complain that when they take a bath here, their bodies itch and their clothes change colour. Moreover, the colour of the soil has changed.A child seen playing in a canal which is polluted by wastewater from a Water treatment plant at Savar in Dhaka. In 2019 Bangladesh government opened a Water Treatment Plant/ Iron Removal Plant by Dhaka WASA (Water and Sewerage Authority). But this treatment plant throwing waste directly into the surrounding canal. The water colour of one of the local water sources turns into yellow. Local people complain that when they take a bath here, their bodies itch and their clothes change colour. Moreover, the colour of the soil has changed.
  • A crucifix with a statue of Christ by the side of the road damaged during fighting between Ukrainian and Russian forces. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II.A crucifix with a statue of Christ by the side of the road damaged during fighting between Ukrainian and Russian forces. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II.
  • A man reacts while taking a jab of Janseen ( American Covid-19 vaccine) at the municipality hospital in Mulpani. People aged between 50-54 are vaccinated till July 21 which includes disabled, sanitation workers and foreign migrant workers from Nepal where this American Vaccine is being approved by the particular country. Nepal received 1.634 million doses of J & J vaccine from the US on July 12th, through COVAX, an international vaccine sharing scheme.A man reacts while taking a jab of Janseen ( American Covid-19 vaccine) at the municipality hospital in Mulpani. People aged between 50-54 are vaccinated till July 21 which includes disabled, sanitation workers and foreign migrant workers from Nepal where this American Vaccine is being approved by the particular country. Nepal received 1.634 million doses of J & J vaccine from the US on July 12th, through COVAX, an international vaccine sharing scheme.
  • A devotees offers prayers to God Narayan during the celebration. Krishna Janmashtami is an annual Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Krishna, the eighth avatar of Vishnu. It is observed according to the Hindu lunisolar calendar, on the eighth day of the Krishna Paksha in Shraavana or Bhadrapad, which overlaps with August or September of the Gregorian calendar.A devotees offers prayers to God Narayan during the celebration. Krishna Janmashtami is an annual Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Krishna, the eighth avatar of Vishnu. It is observed according to the Hindu lunisolar calendar, on the eighth day of the Krishna Paksha in Shraavana or Bhadrapad, which overlaps with August or September of the Gregorian calendar.
  • Palestinians inspect the damage of the Israeli air strikes in Gaza City. The Israeli military launched airstrikes in the Gaza Strip amid rising tension following an incident at the Al-Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem, where Israeli security forces confronted Palestinian worshipers gathered for Ramadan prayer services. According to the Israeli military, 34 rockets were fired from Lebanon in the wake of the incident.Palestinians inspect the damage of the Israeli air strikes in Gaza City. The Israeli military launched airstrikes in the Gaza Strip amid rising tension following an incident at the Al-Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem, where Israeli security forces confronted Palestinian worshipers gathered for Ramadan prayer services. According to the Israeli military, 34 rockets were fired from Lebanon in the wake of the incident.
  • Corentin Tolisso in action during the World Cup Group A qualifying soccer match between France and Belarus at Stade de France. (Final score 2-1)Corentin Tolisso in action during the World Cup Group A qualifying soccer match between France and Belarus at Stade de France. (Final score 2-1)
  • A view of the Suzhou Dushu lake during sunset.A view of the Suzhou Dushu lake during sunset.
  • A member of the Hasidic Jewish group "Neturei Karta" holds a placard saying "State of Israel does not represent Jewry" at a rally for Palestine and against the NYPD's enforcement of laws preventing demonstrators from using electronic sound systems without a permit.A member of the Hasidic Jewish group "Neturei Karta" holds a placard saying "State of Israel does not represent Jewry" at a rally for Palestine and against the NYPD's enforcement of laws preventing demonstrators from using electronic sound systems without a permit.
  • A woman enters a currency exchange office. On June 12, the United States, on behalf of the Ministry of Finance, introduced blocking sanctions against Russia, and specifically against the Moscow Exchange and its member group, the National Clearing Center (NCC). The inclusion of companies in the SDN list actually means isolation from the dollar system, so exchange trading in the dollar and euro in Russia has ceased. Secondary sanctions included individuals and legal entities from China, Belarus and other countries. The policy of sanctions pressure on the Russian Federation is directly related to the special military operation carried out by Russia against Ukraine. The US Treasury itself, which introduced restrictive measures, called the goal of the new sanctions package the desire to limit the access of the Russian military-industrial base to software and IT services. The Central Bank of Russia announced that transactions with the dollar and euro will continue on the over-the-counter market, despite the suspension of exchange trading in these currencies on the Moscow Exchange. People after the news about the cessation of trading in the dollar and euro on the Moscow Exchange en masse lined up at currency exchange offices, some points are already selling dollars for 100 rubles or more. Large queues were noticed in St. Petersburg, but the excitement quickly subsided. At the moment, the situation with exchangers is calm.A woman enters a currency exchange office. On June 12, the United States, on behalf of the Ministry of Finance, introduced blocking sanctions against Russia, and specifically against the Moscow Exchange and its member group, the National Clearing Center (NCC). The inclusion of companies in the SDN list actually means isolation from the dollar system, so exchange trading in the dollar and euro in Russia has ceased. Secondary sanctions included individuals and legal entities from China, Belarus and other countries. The policy of sanctions pressure on the Russian Federation is directly related to the special military operation carried out by Russia against Ukraine. The US Treasury itself, which introduced restrictive measures, called the goal of the new sanctions package the desire to limit the access of the Russian military-industrial base to software and IT services. The Central Bank of Russia announced that transactions with the dollar and euro will continue on the over-the-counter market, despite the suspension of exchange trading in these currencies on the Moscow Exchange. People after the news about the cessation of trading in the dollar and euro on the Moscow Exchange en masse lined up at currency exchange offices, some points are already selling dollars for 100 rubles or more. Large queues were noticed in St. Petersburg, but the excitement quickly subsided. At the moment, the situation with exchangers is calm.
  • In this photo illustration a Zara logo displayed on a smartphone with a COVID 19 sample image in the background.In this photo illustration a Zara logo displayed on a smartphone with a COVID 19 sample image in the background.
  • Participant releasing parrots during the event. Various parrot lover groups Organised an independent flying parrot release activities where each parrot is expected to return to the release point which requires expertise and training time.Participant releasing parrots during the event. Various parrot lover groups Organised an independent flying parrot release activities where each parrot is expected to return to the release point which requires expertise and training time.
  • Christopher Matthews is seen dancing with Trajal Harrell during the rehearsal for the play. "The Romeo," a contemporary dance performance choreographed by Trajal Harrell, underwent a rehearsal before its debut at the Avignon Festival. Through the mythical Shakespearean character and diverse cast of performers, this dance aims to celebrate freedom by leaving personal tragedies behind.Christopher Matthews is seen dancing with Trajal Harrell during the rehearsal for the play. "The Romeo," a contemporary dance performance choreographed by Trajal Harrell, underwent a rehearsal before its debut at the Avignon Festival. Through the mythical Shakespearean character and diverse cast of performers, this dance aims to celebrate freedom by leaving personal tragedies behind.
  • Female Jewish worshippers pray at the Western Wall. The Western Wall, also known as the Wailing Wall or Al Buraq Wall, is a pilgrimage site for Jewish believers in the Old City of Jerusalem. It is part of the Temple Mount's retaining wall and is divided by a partition, with men on the left and women on the right. Jewish visitors pray, read from the Torah, and leave handwritten notes, known as kvitlachim, in the wall’s cracks. This centuries-old tradition is based on the belief that a divine presence resides in the wall. The area is monitored by Israeli soldiers.Female Jewish worshippers pray at the Western Wall. The Western Wall, also known as the Wailing Wall or Al Buraq Wall, is a pilgrimage site for Jewish believers in the Old City of Jerusalem. It is part of the Temple Mount's retaining wall and is divided by a partition, with men on the left and women on the right. Jewish visitors pray, read from the Torah, and leave handwritten notes, known as kvitlachim, in the wall’s cracks. This centuries-old tradition is based on the belief that a divine presence resides in the wall. The area is monitored by Israeli soldiers.
  • A Kashmiri resident walks through a street during heavy snowfall in Srinagar, Indian administered Kashmir. Fresh snowfall began in Kashmir valley, bringing the intense cold wave conditions. The weather man has already predicted heavy snowfall for at least five days starting from January 19.A Kashmiri resident walks through a street during heavy snowfall in Srinagar, Indian administered Kashmir. Fresh snowfall began in Kashmir valley, bringing the intense cold wave conditions. The weather man has already predicted heavy snowfall for at least five days starting from January 19.
  • Piero Lardi Ferrari, son of Enzo Ferrari, is seen during F1 Grand Prix of Italy 2025 - Free Practice 1 at Autodromo Nazionale Monza.Piero Lardi Ferrari, son of Enzo Ferrari, is seen during F1 Grand Prix of Italy 2025 - Free Practice 1 at Autodromo Nazionale Monza.
  • Bruce Springsteen performs live at Autodromo di Monza.Bruce Springsteen performs live at Autodromo di Monza.

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