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  • Pinnapha Phrueksapan, wife of ethnic Karen rights activist Porlajee "Billy" Rakchongcharoen, speaks to the media during the verdict in the trial of the alleged murderers of her husband, at the Central Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases in Bangkok. A Thai court handed down a three-year jail sentence to Chaiwat Limlikhitaksorn for dereliction of duty for not reporting the arrest of ethnic Karen rights activist Porlajee "Billy" Rakchongcharoen to the police, Chaiwat Limlikhitaksorn and three accomplices who are accused of being involved in his disappearance and murder in 2014, were found not guilty of murder. Karen ethnic rights activist Porlajee "Billy" Rakchongcharoen, was last seen in the custody of Kaeng Krachan National Park officials in western Thailand’s Phetchaburi province on April 17, 2014.Pinnapha Phrueksapan, wife of ethnic Karen rights activist Porlajee "Billy" Rakchongcharoen, speaks to the media during the verdict in the trial of the alleged murderers of her husband, at the Central Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases in Bangkok. A Thai court handed down a three-year jail sentence to Chaiwat Limlikhitaksorn for dereliction of duty for not reporting the arrest of ethnic Karen rights activist Porlajee "Billy" Rakchongcharoen to the police, Chaiwat Limlikhitaksorn and three accomplices who are accused of being involved in his disappearance and murder in 2014, were found not guilty of murder. Karen ethnic rights activist Porlajee "Billy" Rakchongcharoen, was last seen in the custody of Kaeng Krachan National Park officials in western Thailand’s Phetchaburi province on April 17, 2014.
  • (EDITORS NOTE: Image depicts death) The mother of Palestinian Ahmed Al-Awawda, 19 years old, seen touching the head of her son's corpse while mourners carry him, during the his funeral, who was killed in clashes with Israeli forces in the Nablus area of the occupied West Bank.(EDITORS NOTE: Image depicts death) The mother of Palestinian Ahmed Al-Awawda, 19 years old, seen touching the head of her son's corpse while mourners carry him, during the his funeral, who was killed in clashes with Israeli forces in the Nablus area of the occupied West Bank.
  • 65-year-old Genet Araya sits on her bed at Mekele Internally Displaced Person (IDP) centre where she has been living since 17 October 2022, and talks about USAID's impact on the IDP. It's very difficult to express how I feel, how we feel. We are alone and we know it, the only thing left is to pray for God to help us or wait for death, she said. The end of USAID support and reduced aid from international agencies have severely affected displaced people in Tigray. At the 70 Kare Internally Displaced Person (IDP) centre, the last wheat delivery from USAID was in December 2024, and overall aid rations have dropped from 15 kg to 9 kg per person since Trump took office. The crisis extends beyond food, as medical costs have soared—essential items like allergy cream now cost five times more, leaving vulnerable families struggling to cope.65-year-old Genet Araya sits on her bed at Mekele Internally Displaced Person (IDP) centre where she has been living since 17 October 2022, and talks about USAID's impact on the IDP. It's very difficult to express how I feel, how we feel. We are alone and we know it, the only thing left is to pray for God to help us or wait for death, she said. The end of USAID support and reduced aid from international agencies have severely affected displaced people in Tigray. At the 70 Kare Internally Displaced Person (IDP) centre, the last wheat delivery from USAID was in December 2024, and overall aid rations have dropped from 15 kg to 9 kg per person since Trump took office. The crisis extends beyond food, as medical costs have soared—essential items like allergy cream now cost five times more, leaving vulnerable families struggling to cope.
  • A trulli house souvenir seen in Alberobello, southeast of Italy. Alberobello, located in the Puglia region of southern Italy, is famous for its unique stone houses called trulli. These dry-stone huts, built using a corbeling technique, have distinctive conical roofs often adorned with symbolic decorations. The trulli of Alberobello were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996, recognized for their historical and architectural significance. The pinnacles atop the roofs, known as "cima di trullo," often feature symbols like the sun or moon, adding to the structures' cultural importance.A trulli house souvenir seen in Alberobello, southeast of Italy. Alberobello, located in the Puglia region of southern Italy, is famous for its unique stone houses called trulli. These dry-stone huts, built using a corbeling technique, have distinctive conical roofs often adorned with symbolic decorations. The trulli of Alberobello were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996, recognized for their historical and architectural significance. The pinnacles atop the roofs, known as "cima di trullo," often feature symbols like the sun or moon, adding to the structures' cultural importance.
  • Hatice Gokce Emir (TUR) seen during the Rhythmic Gymnastics FIG World Championships 2025 Rio de Janeiro at Parque Olimpico.Hatice Gokce Emir (TUR) seen during the Rhythmic Gymnastics FIG World Championships 2025 Rio de Janeiro at Parque Olimpico.
  • Oklahoma University celebrates beating Florida Gulf Coast University during an NCAA women’s basketball tournament game at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. OU beat FGCU 73-70.Oklahoma University celebrates beating Florida Gulf Coast University during an NCAA women’s basketball tournament game at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. OU beat FGCU 73-70.
  • A protestor seen holding a placard that says 'Refugees welcome here' during the demonstration. Stand Up to Racism UK organized a protest against the Nationality and Borders Bill introduced by the Tory government. They called on the Boris Johnson and Priti Patel to open doors to more migrants, in light of a recent drowning of migrants on their way to the UK.A protestor seen holding a placard that says 'Refugees welcome here' during the demonstration. Stand Up to Racism UK organized a protest against the Nationality and Borders Bill introduced by the Tory government. They called on the Boris Johnson and Priti Patel to open doors to more migrants, in light of a recent drowning of migrants on their way to the UK.
  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky addresses a press conference at Ukraine Recovery Conference 2025 (URC2025) at the Roma Convention Centre “La Nuvola”.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky addresses a press conference at Ukraine Recovery Conference 2025 (URC2025) at the Roma Convention Centre “La Nuvola”.
  • An oil tanker sails over the pitch black water of the Shitalakshya river near Dhaka city. Shitalakshya river, which flows by Dhaka city, is now one of the most polluted rivers in the world because of rampant dumping of human and industrial waste.An oil tanker sails over the pitch black water of the Shitalakshya river near Dhaka city. Shitalakshya river, which flows by Dhaka city, is now one of the most polluted rivers in the world because of rampant dumping of human and industrial waste.
  • A protester against asbestos deaths in the Madrid Metro. Unions of the Madrid Metro protest in front of the Madrid Assembly against asbestos and the recent death of a worker and demand the resignation of Carabantes.A protester against asbestos deaths in the Madrid Metro. Unions of the Madrid Metro protest in front of the Madrid Assembly against asbestos and the recent death of a worker and demand the resignation of Carabantes.
  • A woman seen shouting slogans while holding a large banner during a protest to demand the release of a 16-year-old Palestinian girl named Ahed Tamimi, held in Israeli military detention. The start of a military trial for the Palestinian teenager has been delayed until February 6 after a viral video showed her hitting two Israeli soldiers.A woman seen shouting slogans while holding a large banner during a protest to demand the release of a 16-year-old Palestinian girl named Ahed Tamimi, held in Israeli military detention. The start of a military trial for the Palestinian teenager has been delayed until February 6 after a viral video showed her hitting two Israeli soldiers.
  • A woman wearing a mask as a preventive measure against the spread of covid-19 walks along the Streets in downtown Kiev. More than 70 thousand confirmed cases of coronavirus cases have been recorded in the Ukrainian capital, reportedly by the media.A woman wearing a mask as a preventive measure against the spread of covid-19 walks along the Streets in downtown Kiev. More than 70 thousand confirmed cases of coronavirus cases have been recorded in the Ukrainian capital, reportedly by the media.
  • Young women in traditional Burmese attire pour water over Buddha statues as part of a ceremonial cleansing ritual during the Rakhine Thingyan festival. Migrant workers from Rakhine State celebrate their traditional Thingyan festival. Rakhine Thingyan, which runs from April 13 to 17, marks the Rakhine New Year on the final day. The festival is known for its vibrant atmosphere and distinctive customs that set it apart from other regional Thingyan celebrations.Young women in traditional Burmese attire pour water over Buddha statues as part of a ceremonial cleansing ritual during the Rakhine Thingyan festival. Migrant workers from Rakhine State celebrate their traditional Thingyan festival. Rakhine Thingyan, which runs from April 13 to 17, marks the Rakhine New Year on the final day. The festival is known for its vibrant atmosphere and distinctive customs that set it apart from other regional Thingyan celebrations.
  • A woman holds a sign that says "Only the Khilafah" during the demonstration. The group "Radical Change" held a press conference titled "Gaza is Dying" in front of the Egyptian Embassy in Ankara, condemning Israel's attacks on Gaza and advocating for a ceasefire.A woman holds a sign that says "Only the Khilafah" during the demonstration. The group "Radical Change" held a press conference titled "Gaza is Dying" in front of the Egyptian Embassy in Ankara, condemning Israel's attacks on Gaza and advocating for a ceasefire.
  • Sergei Semak, head coach of the Zenit football club seen during a press conference at the Zenit FC training base in St. Petersburg before the Zenit Saint Petersburg - Baltika Kaliningrad region football match, which will be held in Saint Petersburg, Russia.Sergei Semak, head coach of the Zenit football club seen during a press conference at the Zenit FC training base in St. Petersburg before the Zenit Saint Petersburg - Baltika Kaliningrad region football match, which will be held in Saint Petersburg, Russia.
  • Protesters gesture the five demands sign during demonstrations against the draft bill. Hong Kong police fired teargas and pepper spray onto demonstrators after thousands took to the streets in Causeway Bay protesting against Beijing declaration that it intends to impose national security laws.Protesters gesture the five demands sign during demonstrations against the draft bill. Hong Kong police fired teargas and pepper spray onto demonstrators after thousands took to the streets in Causeway Bay protesting against Beijing declaration that it intends to impose national security laws.
  • Participants seen riding the NYC subway during the annual "No Pants Subway Ride" in New York City.Participants seen riding the NYC subway during the annual "No Pants Subway Ride" in New York City.
  • The national flag of the Islamic Republic of Iran, fluttering in the wind on a flagpole in Saint Petersburg, Russia.The national flag of the Islamic Republic of Iran, fluttering in the wind on a flagpole in Saint Petersburg, Russia.
  • Oxford Bookstore seen at Park street area in Kolkata.Oxford Bookstore seen at Park street area in Kolkata.
  • The Oosterdam cruise liner of the Holland America Line shipping company leaves the French Mediterranean port of Marseille.The Oosterdam cruise liner of the Holland America Line shipping company leaves the French Mediterranean port of Marseille.
  • Zahida Allen and Georgia Harrison at the Claudette The Brand Launch Party at Gigi's bar.Zahida Allen and Georgia Harrison at the Claudette The Brand Launch Party at Gigi's bar.
  • A mannequin displaying a personal protective suit amid concerns of the COVID-19 at a retail store in Dhaka.A mannequin displaying a personal protective suit amid concerns of the COVID-19 at a retail store in Dhaka.
  • Burnt road sign seen after the wildfires in the district of Aveiro. The Prime Minister has announced a state of calamity in all municipalities affected by the fires.Burnt road sign seen after the wildfires in the district of Aveiro. The Prime Minister has announced a state of calamity in all municipalities affected by the fires.
  • Williams spoke to an emotional fan named "Emily" who he offered a backstage pass to his next show to. Robbie Williams performs a public concert to thousands of fans at Melbourne's Federation Square, where Lord Mayor Nicolas Reece presented him with the honourable "keys to the city."Williams spoke to an emotional fan named "Emily" who he offered a backstage pass to his next show to. Robbie Williams performs a public concert to thousands of fans at Melbourne's Federation Square, where Lord Mayor Nicolas Reece presented him with the honourable "keys to the city."
  • Monica Bellucci (L) and Miriam Leone (R) attend the photocall of "Diabolik chi sei?" film during the 18th Rome Film Festival at Auditorium Parco della Musica.Monica Bellucci (L) and Miriam Leone (R) attend the photocall of "Diabolik chi sei?" film during the 18th Rome Film Festival at Auditorium Parco della Musica.

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