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  • Participants seen moving a sea bream figure during the festival. The sea bream or tai maturi festival is a traditional festival in Minamichita, Aichi, Japan. It’s also called the strange festival or unusual festival, a float of bream is carried by young people who walk around town and the sea. Its purpose is to pray for marine safety and good catch.Participants seen moving a sea bream figure during the festival. The sea bream or tai maturi festival is a traditional festival in Minamichita, Aichi, Japan. It’s also called the strange festival or unusual festival, a float of bream is carried by young people who walk around town and the sea. Its purpose is to pray for marine safety and good catch.
  • An injured demonstrator lying on a stretcher seen being taken to Shifa hospital to receive treatment during the clashes. Clashes at the Israel border in an anti-occupation march near the eastern border in Gaza Strip.An injured demonstrator lying on a stretcher seen being taken to Shifa hospital to receive treatment during the clashes. Clashes at the Israel border in an anti-occupation march near the eastern border in Gaza Strip.
  • An indigenous woman speaks at the Indigenous People Pavilion during the COP27 UN Climate Change Conference, held by UNFCCC in Sharm El-Sheikh International Convention Center. COP27, running from November 6 to November 18 in Sharm El Sheikh focuses on implementation of measures already agreed during the previous COPs. The Conference in Sharm El Sheikh focuses also on the most vulnerable communities as the climate crisis hardens life conditions of those already most disadvantaged.An indigenous woman speaks at the Indigenous People Pavilion during the COP27 UN Climate Change Conference, held by UNFCCC in Sharm El-Sheikh International Convention Center. COP27, running from November 6 to November 18 in Sharm El Sheikh focuses on implementation of measures already agreed during the previous COPs. The Conference in Sharm El Sheikh focuses also on the most vulnerable communities as the climate crisis hardens life conditions of those already most disadvantaged.
  • View of Cusset hydroelectric power station building in Vaulx en Velin.View of Cusset hydroelectric power station building in Vaulx en Velin.
  • A nurse gets ready to enter San Martin Hospital ICU to check on COVID-19 patients. With roughly 50% occupation, things do not look bad yet in the country, but Argentina's healthcare system is close to collapse as the second wave of COVID-19 hits.A nurse gets ready to enter San Martin Hospital ICU to check on COVID-19 patients. With roughly 50% occupation, things do not look bad yet in the country, but Argentina's healthcare system is close to collapse as the second wave of COVID-19 hits.
  • Crowds gathered at Pershing Square and marched through the streets of downtown Los Angeles to protest the humanitarian crisis caused by the ongoing siege of the Gaza Strip by Israel.Crowds gathered at Pershing Square and marched through the streets of downtown Los Angeles to protest the humanitarian crisis caused by the ongoing siege of the Gaza Strip by Israel.
  • A greyhound is seen wearing a Spanish flag. In the Dutch city of Utrecht, people marched with their adopted Spanish Greyhounds and Podencos to support organizations fighting in Spain against ongoing greyhound suffering. The Spanish organization 'No A La Caza' (NAC) organized several demonstrations across Europe. Every year, after the hunting season, about 50,000 Galgos and Podencos are abandoned, animal rights organizations in Spain say.A greyhound is seen wearing a Spanish flag. In the Dutch city of Utrecht, people marched with their adopted Spanish Greyhounds and Podencos to support organizations fighting in Spain against ongoing greyhound suffering. The Spanish organization 'No A La Caza' (NAC) organized several demonstrations across Europe. Every year, after the hunting season, about 50,000 Galgos and Podencos are abandoned, animal rights organizations in Spain say.
  • Prime Minister Rishi Sunak leaves 10 Downing Street for Parliament to take his second Prime Minister’s Questions in London. This morning, Sunak announced that he would be attending the COP27 climate change summit in Egypt after previously saying he would skip it to focus on preparations for the Autumn Statement.Prime Minister Rishi Sunak leaves 10 Downing Street for Parliament to take his second Prime Minister’s Questions in London. This morning, Sunak announced that he would be attending the COP27 climate change summit in Egypt after previously saying he would skip it to focus on preparations for the Autumn Statement.
  • The liner Seven Seas Voyager cruise ship arrives at the French Mediterranean port of Marseille.The liner Seven Seas Voyager cruise ship arrives at the French Mediterranean port of Marseille.
  • 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.
  • Matteo Salvini, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Infrastructure and Transport arrives for meeting to sign the agreement on the upgrading of the “Termoli-Lesina” railway line.Matteo Salvini, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Infrastructure and Transport arrives for meeting to sign the agreement on the upgrading of the “Termoli-Lesina” railway line.
  • A man receives his first injection of Pfizer vaccine at a COVID-19 vaccination center in Marseille.A man receives his first injection of Pfizer vaccine at a COVID-19 vaccination center in Marseille.
  • Devotees carrying an idol of Goddess Durga. Durga puja is one of the most popular festivals celebrated in West Bengal and particularly in Kolkata, In honour of Goddess Durga the period of Navaratri. It is celebrated for 10 days, however starting for 6th and 9th day, the Puja is celebrated in full phase.Devotees carrying an idol of Goddess Durga. Durga puja is one of the most popular festivals celebrated in West Bengal and particularly in Kolkata, In honour of Goddess Durga the period of Navaratri. It is celebrated for 10 days, however starting for 6th and 9th day, the Puja is celebrated in full phase.
  • Slogans for the May Day demonstration are tagged in Marseille. On the eve of the May 1 demonstration, slogans are tagged and displayed on the walls of Marseille, encouraging a strong participation in demonstrating for Labor Day.Slogans for the May Day demonstration are tagged in Marseille. On the eve of the May 1 demonstration, slogans are tagged and displayed on the walls of Marseille, encouraging a strong participation in demonstrating for Labor Day.
  • Nicolo Fagioli of ACF Fiorentina celebrates with his teammate Albert Gudmundsson of ACF Fiorentina during the Italian Serie A soccer match between Hellas Verona and ACF Fiorentina at Marcantonio Bentegodi Stadium. Final score; Hellas Verona 0:1 ACF Fiorentina.Nicolo Fagioli of ACF Fiorentina celebrates with his teammate Albert Gudmundsson of ACF Fiorentina during the Italian Serie A soccer match between Hellas Verona and ACF Fiorentina at Marcantonio Bentegodi Stadium. Final score; Hellas Verona 0:1 ACF Fiorentina.
  • Arianna Fontana of Italy look on during the Short Track Speed Skating Women's 500m Heats of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics at Milano Ice Skating Arena.Arianna Fontana of Italy look on during the Short Track Speed Skating Women's 500m Heats of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics at Milano Ice Skating Arena.
  • Elizabeth Warren campaigns for the Democratic nomination for the 2020 United States presidential election during a town hall meeting in student center at Morningside College in Sioux City.Elizabeth Warren campaigns for the Democratic nomination for the 2020 United States presidential election during a town hall meeting in student center at Morningside College in Sioux City.
  • Believers wait for an Orthodox priest to bless them, with their gifts on the table next to a church in St. Petersburg. Russia and Orthodox Christians celebrate the Holy Resurrection of Christ on May 5th. The celebration of Easter will mark the end of Lent and Holy Week in 2024. Easter is the most ancient Christian holiday. It symbolizes the victory of life over death and is traditionally considered the most important date in the Orthodox calendar.Believers wait for an Orthodox priest to bless them, with their gifts on the table next to a church in St. Petersburg. Russia and Orthodox Christians celebrate the Holy Resurrection of Christ on May 5th. The celebration of Easter will mark the end of Lent and Holy Week in 2024. Easter is the most ancient Christian holiday. It symbolizes the victory of life over death and is traditionally considered the most important date in the Orthodox calendar.
  • Passengers wearing face masks sit in a bus while maintaining a safe distance. Nepal government has decided to allow the operation of the public vehicles within the respective district and inside the valley following the Coronavirus (Covid-19) crisis.Passengers wearing face masks sit in a bus while maintaining a safe distance. Nepal government has decided to allow the operation of the public vehicles within the respective district and inside the valley following the Coronavirus (Covid-19) crisis.
  • An amateur softball player seen practising in front of cherry blossoms at the park in Japan. The Cherry blossom also known as Sakura in Japan normally peaks in March or early April in spring.An amateur softball player seen practising in front of cherry blossoms at the park in Japan. The Cherry blossom also known as Sakura in Japan normally peaks in March or early April in spring.
  • A representative of the Chinese delegation during the opening day of the 2024 edition of FITUR. The 44th edition of the Madrid International Tourism Fair (FITUR) opened its doors this Wednesday. With participation from 152 countries and 9,000 companies, Ifema hosts a showcase of travel proposals. The event is expected to draw over 200,000 attendees until its closure on Sunday, January 28.A representative of the Chinese delegation during the opening day of the 2024 edition of FITUR. The 44th edition of the Madrid International Tourism Fair (FITUR) opened its doors this Wednesday. With participation from 152 countries and 9,000 companies, Ifema hosts a showcase of travel proposals. The event is expected to draw over 200,000 attendees until its closure on Sunday, January 28.
  • The container ship Fort Saint Louis of the company CMA CGM arrives at the French Mediterranean port of Marseille.The container ship Fort Saint Louis of the company CMA CGM arrives at the French Mediterranean port of Marseille.
  • A man play hockey on the frozen Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool during an extended period of extreme cold weather affecting much of the eastern United States.A man play hockey on the frozen Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool during an extended period of extreme cold weather affecting much of the eastern United States.
  • The Chinese Taipei women's football team is seen during the 2024 AFC Women's soccer Olympic Qualifying Round 2 Group A match between Australia and Chinese Taipei held at the Perth Rectangular Stadium. Final score Australia 3:0 Chinese Taipei.The Chinese Taipei women's football team is seen during the 2024 AFC Women's soccer Olympic Qualifying Round 2 Group A match between Australia and Chinese Taipei held at the Perth Rectangular Stadium. Final score Australia 3:0 Chinese Taipei.
  • Bella Thorne (L) and Julia Fox (R) attends the red carpet for the movie “The trainer” during the 19th Rome Film Festival at Auditorium Parco Della Musica in Rome.Bella Thorne (L) and Julia Fox (R) attends the red carpet for the movie “The trainer” during the 19th Rome Film Festival at Auditorium Parco Della Musica in Rome.

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