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  • A spinning top seen stabilizing steadily on a table. Gasing Pangkah is a traditional Malay sport involving a competitive game where two groups use spinning tops to strike each other's tops to win. Aziz Shamsudin, 63, known as Wak Aziz, is a master craftsman in Selangor who has been making traditional spinning tops since his 30s. Today, he is passing this craft onto his protégé, Mohd Zaimi, also known as Jimmie, 49, to continue the heritage. The intricate process of crafting a spinning top, from selecting the right wooden log to shaping it perfectly, has deterred many from learning the skill. Despite this, Wak Aziz and Jimmie are united by a common mission: to preserve and keep this cultural tradition alive.A spinning top seen stabilizing steadily on a table. Gasing Pangkah is a traditional Malay sport involving a competitive game where two groups use spinning tops to strike each other's tops to win. Aziz Shamsudin, 63, known as Wak Aziz, is a master craftsman in Selangor who has been making traditional spinning tops since his 30s. Today, he is passing this craft onto his protégé, Mohd Zaimi, also known as Jimmie, 49, to continue the heritage. The intricate process of crafting a spinning top, from selecting the right wooden log to shaping it perfectly, has deterred many from learning the skill. Despite this, Wak Aziz and Jimmie are united by a common mission: to preserve and keep this cultural tradition alive.
  • A Palestinian demonstrator kicks back a tear gas canister with his foot during confrontations with Israeli security forces along the border with Israel, east of Khan Yunis, in the southern Gaza Strip.A Palestinian demonstrator kicks back a tear gas canister with his foot during confrontations with Israeli security forces along the border with Israel, east of Khan Yunis, in the southern Gaza Strip.
  • Men seen drinking beer at a bar in Nakivale refugee settlement south west Uganda. Nakivale was established in 1958 and officially recognized as a refugee settlement in 1960. The settlement hosts more than 100,000 refugees from Burundi, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Somalia, Sudan, and South Sudan.Men seen drinking beer at a bar in Nakivale refugee settlement south west Uganda. Nakivale was established in 1958 and officially recognized as a refugee settlement in 1960. The settlement hosts more than 100,000 refugees from Burundi, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Somalia, Sudan, and South Sudan.
  • Models showcase Pierre Garroudi latest collection during the flash mob fashion show at Sloane Square.Models showcase Pierre Garroudi latest collection during the flash mob fashion show at Sloane Square.
  • Two musicians drum at a carnival party organized in an outlying district of Rio de Janeiro. Ten days before the official launch of the Rio de Janeiro carnival, the street carnival has already begun. Held every year, Rio de Janeiro's Carnival, Brazil, is considered the biggest in the world, with around two million people in the streets every day. The official carnival parade in Rio de Janeiro's sambodrome in 2024 paid tribute to indigenous peoples and Afro-Brazilian culture with floats evoking Brazil's slavery heritage.Two musicians drum at a carnival party organized in an outlying district of Rio de Janeiro. Ten days before the official launch of the Rio de Janeiro carnival, the street carnival has already begun. Held every year, Rio de Janeiro's Carnival, Brazil, is considered the biggest in the world, with around two million people in the streets every day. The official carnival parade in Rio de Janeiro's sambodrome in 2024 paid tribute to indigenous peoples and Afro-Brazilian culture with floats evoking Brazil's slavery heritage.
  • U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) speaks at a press conference about the Build Back Better Act's child care policies.U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) speaks at a press conference about the Build Back Better Act's child care policies.
  • Two women assisted by a doctor and medical staff during the disembarkation. The merchant ship Asso 30, operating for the Italian oil company ENI, arrived at Pozzallo harbour as a place of safety after saving 155 people on the night of 1st November, with 12 woman and 4 minors. Some of them have visible signs of torture suffered at the Libyan detention centres.Two women assisted by a doctor and medical staff during the disembarkation. The merchant ship Asso 30, operating for the Italian oil company ENI, arrived at Pozzallo harbour as a place of safety after saving 155 people on the night of 1st November, with 12 woman and 4 minors. Some of them have visible signs of torture suffered at the Libyan detention centres.
  • Former South Korean President Moon Jae-in waves after attending a ceremony marking the 7th anniversary of the Panmunjom Declaration at the National Assembly Library. Former South Korean President Moon Jae-in on April 25 criticized the prosecution for indicting him on bribery charges saying that the indictment was "unjust" and demonstrated the prosecution's abuse of power. Prosecutors said they have indicted former President Moon Jae-in on corruption charges related to the employment of his son in law at an airline.Former South Korean President Moon Jae-in waves after attending a ceremony marking the 7th anniversary of the Panmunjom Declaration at the National Assembly Library. Former South Korean President Moon Jae-in on April 25 criticized the prosecution for indicting him on bribery charges saying that the indictment was "unjust" and demonstrated the prosecution's abuse of power. Prosecutors said they have indicted former President Moon Jae-in on corruption charges related to the employment of his son in law at an airline.
  • A weather vane seen silhouetted against the 'Supermoon' as it rises over the village of Almazán, north of Spain. The moon reaches its point of perigee tonight, approaching a distance of around 224,000 miles from Earth.A weather vane seen silhouetted against the 'Supermoon' as it rises over the village of Almazán, north of Spain. The moon reaches its point of perigee tonight, approaching a distance of around 224,000 miles from Earth.
  • The remains of an office structure destroyed by the fire inside the Baltra company. The fire was caused by an electrical short circuit and took firefighters, one hour to bring under control, the Nepal police reports no one was injured in the fire.The remains of an office structure destroyed by the fire inside the Baltra company. The fire was caused by an electrical short circuit and took firefighters, one hour to bring under control, the Nepal police reports no one was injured in the fire.
  • Climate protestors sit in the road to block traffic. On the morning of the 5th September, a group of activists from Ostatnie Pokolenie (the Last Generation) block the road beneath St. Alexander's Church on Warsaw's Three Crosses Square. The action is one of many designed to advocate for cheaper and wider public transport options. The group are demanding that the government shifts 100% of the money allocated for new expressways to regional public transport, and introduces a low-cost, 50PLN ticket for public transport throughout Poland. The series of road blocks take place on the week that Polish students return to school. "People must demand change" they state, "otherwise the government will continue to disregard our basic safety."Climate protestors sit in the road to block traffic. On the morning of the 5th September, a group of activists from Ostatnie Pokolenie (the Last Generation) block the road beneath St. Alexander's Church on Warsaw's Three Crosses Square. The action is one of many designed to advocate for cheaper and wider public transport options. The group are demanding that the government shifts 100% of the money allocated for new expressways to regional public transport, and introduces a low-cost, 50PLN ticket for public transport throughout Poland. The series of road blocks take place on the week that Polish students return to school. "People must demand change" they state, "otherwise the government will continue to disregard our basic safety."
  • People aged 50 to 74 wait to be vaccinated in the lounges of the football stadium in the city of Marseille.People aged 50 to 74 wait to be vaccinated in the lounges of the football stadium in the city of Marseille.
  • View of the crucifix at Notre-Dame-des-Accoules church in Marseille.View of the crucifix at Notre-Dame-des-Accoules church in Marseille.
  • Some stores in Palestine are closed during a general strike in the West Bank city of Nablus. The general strike happened after Israeli forces killed three Palestinians in the West Bank city of Nablus.Some stores in Palestine are closed during a general strike in the West Bank city of Nablus. The general strike happened after Israeli forces killed three Palestinians in the West Bank city of Nablus.
  • Otar Kakabadze of Cracovia Krakow (L) and Soichiro Kozuki of Gornik Zabrze (P) in action during the Polish PKO Ekstraklasa League 2023/2024 football match between Cracovia Krakow and Gornik Zabrze at Cracovia Stadium. Final score; Cracovia Krakow 5:0 Gornik Zabrze.Otar Kakabadze of Cracovia Krakow (L) and Soichiro Kozuki of Gornik Zabrze (P) in action during the Polish PKO Ekstraklasa League 2023/2024 football match between Cracovia Krakow and Gornik Zabrze at Cracovia Stadium. Final score; Cracovia Krakow 5:0 Gornik Zabrze.
  • Ronnie O'Sullivan and Neil Robertson seen during the semi-final match on Day 3 of Hong Kong Masters snooker tournament 2022. Final score; Ronnie O'sullivan 6:4 Neil RobertsonRonnie O'Sullivan and Neil Robertson seen during the semi-final match on Day 3 of Hong Kong Masters snooker tournament 2022. Final score; Ronnie O'sullivan 6:4 Neil Robertson
  • A U.S. Army member stands and watches as a child poses for a photo with a sniper rifle during a public event. Thousands of U.S. Army members have arrived in Washington D.C. for a display of their equipment and a parade around the Capitol Mall, commemorating its 250th anniversary.A U.S. Army member stands and watches as a child poses for a photo with a sniper rifle during a public event. Thousands of U.S. Army members have arrived in Washington D.C. for a display of their equipment and a parade around the Capitol Mall, commemorating its 250th anniversary.
  • People look at the effigy on Elagin Island during the Maslenitsa celebrations. Maslenitsa is an ancient Russian holiday celebrated at the end of winter, symbolizing the arrival of warmer days. The tradition dates back to pre-Christian Rus' and was associated with pagan rituals dedicated to the sun and fertility. Burning an effigy symbolizing winter meant the arrival of spring and deliverance from misfortune. Today, the holiday is celebrated throughout Russia with pancakes, festivities, and the sharing of traditions.People look at the effigy on Elagin Island during the Maslenitsa celebrations. Maslenitsa is an ancient Russian holiday celebrated at the end of winter, symbolizing the arrival of warmer days. The tradition dates back to pre-Christian Rus' and was associated with pagan rituals dedicated to the sun and fertility. Burning an effigy symbolizing winter meant the arrival of spring and deliverance from misfortune. Today, the holiday is celebrated throughout Russia with pancakes, festivities, and the sharing of traditions.
  • Vodafone logo on a British multinational telecommunications company seen over the entrance to a Vodafone office in Kiev.Vodafone logo on a British multinational telecommunications company seen over the entrance to a Vodafone office in Kiev.
  • General view of sailboats moored in the Old Port of Marseille.General view of sailboats moored in the Old Port of Marseille.
  • Indian actress Mishika Chourasia, Govinda, Digangana Suryavanshi and Anupama Agnihotri seen at the film 'Rangeela Raja' music launch in Mumbai.Indian actress Mishika Chourasia, Govinda, Digangana Suryavanshi and Anupama Agnihotri seen at the film 'Rangeela Raja' music launch in Mumbai.
  • The passenger cruise ship Norwegian Sky arrives at the French Mediterranean port of Marseille.The passenger cruise ship Norwegian Sky arrives at the French Mediterranean port of Marseille.
  • A man sprays water to several horses during the celebration of 'La Saca' in Soria, north of Spain, where high temperatures reached 38º degrees Celsius at the afternoon hours. The first heatwave of summer continues in Spain. Spanish's weather agency AEMET said that seven regions is with a red alert for Friday as very high temperatures could pose a danger for life during the next days.A man sprays water to several horses during the celebration of 'La Saca' in Soria, north of Spain, where high temperatures reached 38º degrees Celsius at the afternoon hours. The first heatwave of summer continues in Spain. Spanish's weather agency AEMET said that seven regions is with a red alert for Friday as very high temperatures could pose a danger for life during the next days.
  • Tunnel formed by Jacaranda trees. Australia’s beautiful jacaranda trees have bloomed for the spring during late October to mid November in Sydney.Tunnel formed by Jacaranda trees. Australia’s beautiful jacaranda trees have bloomed for the spring during late October to mid November in Sydney.
  • Cécile de France attends the photo call for “Second Tour” during the 18th Rome Film Festival at Auditorium Parco Della Musica in Rome.Cécile de France attends the photo call for “Second Tour” during the 18th Rome Film Festival at Auditorium Parco Della Musica in Rome.

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