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  • Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi and Justice Minister Carlo Nordio address a press conference after the approval of the Security Package by the Council of Ministers at Palazzo Chigi, in Rome, Italy, on February 05, 2026.
    Press conference on the Security Package approved by the Council of Ministers (39)
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    Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi addresses a press conference after the approval of the Security Package by the Council of Ministers at Palazzo Chigi.Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi addresses a press conference after the approval of the Security Package by the Council of Ministers at Palazzo Chigi.Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi addresses a press conference after the approval of the Security Package by the Council of Ministers at Palazzo Chigi.

  • The offshore supply ship Ocean Sentinel arrives at the French Mediterranean port of Marseille.
    Ocean Sentinel arrives in Marseille, France (2)
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    The offshore supply ship Ocean Sentinel arrives at the French Mediterranean port of Marseille.The offshore supply ship Ocean Sentinel arrives at the French Mediterranean port of Marseille.The offshore supply ship Ocean Sentinel arrives at the French Mediterranean port of Marseille.

  • Held on 6 February 2026, the People’s Party’s final major campaign rally before Thailand’s general election on 8 February, titled ‘People Change the Country’, emphasized citizen participation in shaping Thailand’s future through the electoral process.
    People’s Party Holds Final Rally Ahead of Thailand’s 2026 Election in Bangkok (29)
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    Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn makes speeches surrounded by supporters at the People’s Party rally at the Thai-Japanese Youth Center. The People’s Party’s final major campaign rally before Thailand’s general election on 8 February, titled ‘People Change the Country’, emphasized citizen participation in shaping Thailand’s future through the electoral process.Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn makes speeches surrounded by supporters at the People’s Party rally at the Thai-Japanese Youth Center. The People’s Party’s final major campaign rally before Thailand’s general election on 8 February, titled ‘People Change the Country’, emphasized citizen participation in shaping Thailand’s future through the electoral process.Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn makes speeches surrounded by supporters at the People’s Party rally at the Thai-Japanese Youth Center. The People’s Party’s final major campaign rally before Thailand’s general election on 8 February, titled ‘People Change the Country’, emphasized citizen participation in shaping Thailand’s future through the electoral process.

  • The election campaign rally of the People's party in Bangkok, Thailand
    The election campaign rally of the People's party in Bangkok, Thailand (27)
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    Pita Limjaroenrat, former leader of the Move Forward Party, makes speeches during the election campaign rally at the Thai-Japanese stadium ahead of the upcoming general election which will be held on February 8,2026.Pita Limjaroenrat, former leader of the Move Forward Party, makes speeches during the election campaign rally at the Thai-Japanese stadium ahead of the upcoming general election which will be held on February 8,2026.Pita Limjaroenrat, former leader of the Move Forward Party, makes speeches during the election campaign rally at the Thai-Japanese stadium ahead of the upcoming general election which will be held on February 8,2026.

  • Middle East foreign ministers meet in Slovenia

    Middle East foreign ministers meet in Slovenia  (53)
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    Jordan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Ayman Safadi attends a press conference after a meeting of foreign ministers of Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia and Qatar in Brdo pri Kranju. The meeting hosted by the Slovenian Foreign Minister focused on finding solutions to supporting a peace process in the Middle East and improving access to humanitarian aid in Gaza and the West Bank.Jordan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Ayman Safadi attends a press conference after a meeting of foreign ministers of Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia and Qatar in Brdo pri Kranju. The meeting hosted by the Slovenian Foreign Minister focused on finding solutions to supporting a peace process in the Middle East and improving access to humanitarian aid in Gaza and the West Bank.Jordan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Ayman Safadi attends a press conference after a meeting of foreign ministers of Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia and Qatar in Brdo pri Kranju. The meeting hosted by the Slovenian Foreign Minister focused on finding solutions to supporting a peace process in the Middle East and improving access to humanitarian aid in Gaza and the West Bank.

  • Freezing rain fell in Odessa during the day - a dangerous atmospheric phenomenon in which precipitation instantly freezes upon contact with the surface, causing severe ice. The city authorities are urging Odessa residents to refrain from traveling around the city without urgent need.
    Freezing rain fell in Odessa, Ukraine (6)
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    A man stands in the light of a pharmacy on the dark, slender Nezhinskaya Street. Freezing rain fell in Odessa during the day - a dangerous atmospheric phenomenon in which precipitation instantly freezes upon contact with the surface, causing severe ice. The city authorities are urging Odessa residents to refrain from traveling around the city without urgent need.A man stands in the light of a pharmacy on the dark, slender Nezhinskaya Street. Freezing rain fell in Odessa during the day - a dangerous atmospheric phenomenon in which precipitation instantly freezes upon contact with the surface, causing severe ice. The city authorities are urging Odessa residents to refrain from traveling around the city without urgent need.A man stands in the light of a pharmacy on the dark, slender Nezhinskaya Street. Freezing rain fell in Odessa during the day - a dangerous atmospheric phenomenon in which precipitation instantly freezes upon contact with the surface, causing severe ice. The city authorities are urging Odessa residents to refrain from traveling around the city without urgent need.

  • Photo illustration in Canada
    Photo illustration in Canada (20)
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    In this photo illustration, the Homestead Road logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen.In this photo illustration, the Homestead Road logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen.In this photo illustration, the Homestead Road logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen.

  • UK weather: a heron looks for fish on a mild day in St James's Park in London
    UK weather: a heron looks for fish on a mild day in St James's Park in London (3)
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    A grey heron looks for fish in the lake in St James's Park.A grey heron looks for fish in the lake in St James's Park.A grey heron looks for fish in the lake in St James's Park.

  • Buckingham Palace in London, UK
    Buckingham Palace in London, UK (4)
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    General view of Buckingham Palace with tourists gathering outside.General view of Buckingham Palace with tourists gathering outside.General view of Buckingham Palace with tourists gathering outside.

  • Modad catwalk during Madrid Fashion Week in Madrid
    Modad catwalk during Madrid Fashion Week in Madrid (92)
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    A model walks the runway in a design by designer MARAE at the Modad catwalk during Madrid Fashion Week at Ifema.A model walks the runway in a design by designer MARAE at the Modad catwalk during Madrid Fashion Week at Ifema.A model walks the runway in a design by designer MARAE at the Modad catwalk during Madrid Fashion Week at Ifema.

  • Shia Muslims in Srinagar staged protests over the killings in Pakistan following the suicide bombing at a Shia mosque in Islamabad that left at least 31 people dead.
    Srinagar Residents Protest Killings After Deadly Suicide Blast at Islamabad Shia Mosque (14)
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    A Shia Muslim man holds a candle and a poster reading “Shia Lives Matters” during a protest denouncing the suicide attack on a mosque that killed 31 people. Shia Muslims in Srinagar staged protests over the killings in Pakistan following the suicide bombing at a Shia mosque in Islamabad that left at least 31 people dead.A Shia Muslim man holds a candle and a poster reading “Shia Lives Matters” during a protest denouncing the suicide attack on a mosque that killed 31 people. Shia Muslims in Srinagar staged protests over the killings in Pakistan following the suicide bombing at a Shia mosque in Islamabad that left at least 31 people dead.A Shia Muslim man holds a candle and a poster reading “Shia Lives Matters” during a protest denouncing the suicide attack on a mosque that killed 31 people. Shia Muslims in Srinagar staged protests over the killings in Pakistan following the suicide bombing at a Shia mosque in Islamabad that left at least 31 people dead.

  • Wuthering Heights UK Premiere - Arrivals in London
    "Wuthering Heights" UK Premiere - Arrivals in London (112)
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    Helen Mirren attends the "Wuthering Heights" UK Premiere - Arrivals at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square. "Wuthering Heights" UK Premiere - Arrivals at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square on February 05, 2026.Helen Mirren attends the "Wuthering Heights" UK Premiere - Arrivals at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square. "Wuthering Heights" UK Premiere - Arrivals at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square on February 05, 2026.Helen Mirren attends the "Wuthering Heights" UK Premiere - Arrivals at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square. "Wuthering Heights" UK Premiere - Arrivals at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square on February 05, 2026.

  • The 17.17kms 8 lane bridge will connect Versova end of the northern suburb to the Bandra Worli sea link which will serve as a vital part of the coastal road project easing the vehicular traffic and saving time travelling from the south to the northern part of the island city.
    Under construction sea link in Mumbai, India (3)
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    Under construction Bandra-Versova sealink in seen extending into Arabian sea in Mumbai. The 17.17kms 8 lane bridge will connect Versova end of the northern suburb to the Bandra Worli sea link which will serve as a vital part of the coastal road project easing the vehicular traffic and saving time travelling from the south to the northern part of the island city.Under construction Bandra-Versova sealink in seen extending into Arabian sea in Mumbai. The 17.17kms 8 lane bridge will connect Versova end of the northern suburb to the Bandra Worli sea link which will serve as a vital part of the coastal road project easing the vehicular traffic and saving time travelling from the south to the northern part of the island city.Under construction Bandra-Versova sealink in seen extending into Arabian sea in Mumbai. The 17.17kms 8 lane bridge will connect Versova end of the northern suburb to the Bandra Worli sea link which will serve as a vital part of the coastal road project easing the vehicular traffic and saving time travelling from the south to the northern part of the island city.

  • Workers are protesting for better working conditions among Verdi union members. In bitterly cold conditions the protest started at the train station before marching through town.
    German Verdi union members demonstration in Göttingen, Germany - 06 Feb 2026 (5)
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    Union members who belong to the German Verdi union seen marching during the protest. Workers are protesting for better working conditions among Verdi union members. In bitterly cold conditions the protest started at the train station before marching through town.Union members who belong to the German Verdi union seen marching during the protest. Workers are protesting for better working conditions among Verdi union members. In bitterly cold conditions the protest started at the train station before marching through town.Union members who belong to the German Verdi union seen marching during the protest. Workers are protesting for better working conditions among Verdi union members. In bitterly cold conditions the protest started at the train station before marching through town.

  • 20th Anniversary of Chiang Mai Night Safari in Chiang Mai, Thailand
    20th Anniversary of Chiang Mai Night Safari in Chiang Mai, Thailand - 06 Feb 2026 (16)
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    Gen. Kosol Pratumchart, Chairman of the Night Safari Administration Organization feeds a horse during the 20th anniversary event of Chiang Mai Night Safari.Gen. Kosol Pratumchart, Chairman of the Night Safari Administration Organization feeds a horse during the 20th anniversary event of Chiang Mai Night Safari.Gen. Kosol Pratumchart, Chairman of the Night Safari Administration Organization feeds a horse during the 20th anniversary event of Chiang Mai Night Safari.

  • Press conference on the Security Package approved by the Council of Ministers in Rome, Italy

    Press conference on the Security Package approved by the Council of Ministers in Rome, Italy  (18)
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    Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi addresses a press conference after the approval of the Security Package by the Council of Ministers at Palazzo Chigi.Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi addresses a press conference after the approval of the Security Package by the Council of Ministers at Palazzo Chigi.Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi addresses a press conference after the approval of the Security Package by the Council of Ministers at Palazzo Chigi.

  • Press conference on the Security Package in Rome, Italy
    Press conference on the Security Package in Rome, Italy - 05 Feb 2026 (21)
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    Justice Minister Carlo Nordio addresses a press conference after the approval of the Security Package by the Council of Ministers at Palazzo Chigi.Justice Minister Carlo Nordio addresses a press conference after the approval of the Security Package by the Council of Ministers at Palazzo Chigi.Justice Minister Carlo Nordio addresses a press conference after the approval of the Security Package by the Council of Ministers at Palazzo Chigi.
  • Football match Piast Gliwice vs Lech Poznan (PKO BP EKSTRAKLASA POLISH LEAGUE 2025/2026 (47)
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    Luis Palma of Lech Poznan (L) and Igor Drapinski of Piast Gliwice (R) seen in action during Polish League PKO BP Ekstraklasa 2025/2026 football match between Piast Gliwice and Lech Poznan at Municipal Stadium (Gliwice). Final score; Piast Gliwice 1:0 Lech Poznan.Luis Palma of Lech Poznan (L) and Igor Drapinski of Piast Gliwice (R) seen in action during Polish League PKO BP Ekstraklasa 2025/2026 football match between Piast Gliwice and Lech Poznan at Municipal Stadium (Gliwice). Final score; Piast Gliwice 1:0 Lech Poznan.Luis Palma of Lech Poznan (L) and Igor Drapinski of Piast Gliwice (R) seen in action during Polish League PKO BP Ekstraklasa 2025/2026 football match between Piast Gliwice and Lech Poznan at Municipal Stadium (Gliwice). Final score; Piast Gliwice 1:0 Lech Poznan.

  • President-elect Chilean Republic, José Antonio Kast meets Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Rome, Italy
    President-elect Chilean Republic, José Antonio Kast meets Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in R (39)
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    The President-elect of the Chilean Republic, José Antonio Kast and his wife María Pía Adriasola leave Palazzo Chigi after the meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.The President-elect of the Chilean Republic, José Antonio Kast and his wife María Pía Adriasola leave Palazzo Chigi after the meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.The President-elect of the Chilean Republic, José Antonio Kast and his wife María Pía Adriasola leave Palazzo Chigi after the meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.

  • UK Premiere of Wuthering Heights in London, UK
    UK Premiere of Wuthering Heights in London, UK - 05 Feb 2026 (36)
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    Munroe Bergdorf attends the UK Premiere of Wuthering Heights at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square.Munroe Bergdorf attends the UK Premiere of Wuthering Heights at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square.Munroe Bergdorf attends the UK Premiere of Wuthering Heights at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square.

  • Snow covers the Gara Mountain ranges in Duhok, Iraqi
    Snow covers the Gara Mountain ranges in Duhok, Iraqi - 06 Feb 2026 (21)
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    A general view of the snow-covered peak of Gara mountain. The Gara mountain range the highest mountain range rises about 2,151 meters above sea level and is located approximately 60 kilometers north of the city in the Kurdistan Region.A general view of the snow-covered peak of Gara mountain. The Gara mountain range the highest mountain range rises about 2,151 meters above sea level and is located approximately 60 kilometers north of the city in the Kurdistan Region.A general view of the snow-covered peak of Gara mountain. The Gara mountain range the highest mountain range rises about 2,151 meters above sea level and is located approximately 60 kilometers north of the city in the Kurdistan Region.

  • High tide floods in Porto, Portugal
    High tide floods in Porto, Portugal - 06 Feb 2025 (12)
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    Stacked café furniture seen beside the Douro as high tide raises water levels along the waterfront with reflections from illuminated buildings and boats shaping the night scene.Stacked café furniture seen beside the Douro as high tide raises water levels along the waterfront with reflections from illuminated buildings and boats shaping the night scene.Stacked café furniture seen beside the Douro as high tide raises water levels along the waterfront with reflections from illuminated buildings and boats shaping the night scene.

  • Election campaign rally of Phue Thai party in Bangkok, Thailand
    Election campaign rally of Phue Thai party in Bangkok, Thailand - 06 Feb 2026 (11)
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    Yodchanan Wongsawat, Prime ministerial candidate of the Pheu Thai Party speaks during the election campaign rally ahead of the upcoming election.Yodchanan Wongsawat, Prime ministerial candidate of the Pheu Thai Party speaks during the election campaign rally ahead of the upcoming election.Yodchanan Wongsawat, Prime ministerial candidate of the Pheu Thai Party speaks during the election campaign rally ahead of the upcoming election.

  • On the third anniversary of the February 6 2023 earthquakes that struck southeastern Turkey and northern Syria, a memorial ceremony was held in the city which suffered the most severe damage during the earthquake.
    Third anniversary of the earthquakes in Hatay, Turkey - 06 Feb 2026 (38)
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    A woman seen crying during the memorial service. On the third anniversary of the February 6 2023 earthquakes that struck southeastern Turkey and northern Syria, a memorial ceremony was held in the city which suffered the most severe damage during the earthquake.A woman seen crying during the memorial service. On the third anniversary of the February 6 2023 earthquakes that struck southeastern Turkey and northern Syria, a memorial ceremony was held in the city which suffered the most severe damage during the earthquake.A woman seen crying during the memorial service. On the third anniversary of the February 6 2023 earthquakes that struck southeastern Turkey and northern Syria, a memorial ceremony was held in the city which suffered the most severe damage during the earthquake.

  • Kiko Veneno performs at the festival Inverfest at the Circo Price in Madrid
    Kiko Veneno performs at the festival Inverfest at the Circo Price in Madrid (22)
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    Singer Kiko Veneno performs during the festival Inverfest at the Circo Price in Madrid.Singer Kiko Veneno performs during the festival Inverfest at the Circo Price in Madrid.Singer Kiko Veneno performs during the festival Inverfest at the Circo Price in Madrid.

  • Hinds performs at the festival Inverfest at the Circo Price in Madrid
    Hinds performs at the festival Inverfest at the Circo Price in Madrid (36)
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    Singer Carlotta Cosials of the Hinds group performs during the festival Inverfest at the Circo Price in Madrid.Singer Carlotta Cosials of the Hinds group performs during the festival Inverfest at the Circo Price in Madrid.Singer Carlotta Cosials of the Hinds group performs during the festival Inverfest at the Circo Price in Madrid.

  • Idiotka New York Premiere in New York, USA
    "Idiotka" New York Premiere in New York, USA (56)
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    (L-R) Rachel Matthews, Camila Mendes, Nastasya Popov, Julia Fox, Anna Baryshnikov and Neres Stamos attend the "Idiotka" New York Premiere at Crown Hill Theatre in the Brooklyn borough of New York City.(L-R) Rachel Matthews, Camila Mendes, Nastasya Popov, Julia Fox, Anna Baryshnikov and Neres Stamos attend the "Idiotka" New York Premiere at Crown Hill Theatre in the Brooklyn borough of New York City.(L-R) Rachel Matthews, Camila Mendes, Nastasya Popov, Julia Fox, Anna Baryshnikov and Neres Stamos attend the "Idiotka" New York Premiere at Crown Hill Theatre in the Brooklyn borough of New York City.

  • El Kanka presents his album Las Canciones in Madrid
    El Kanka presents his album "Las Canciones" in Madrid (13)
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    Singer Juan Gómez Canca, known as El Kanka attends the presentation of his album "Las Canciones" at the Villanos venue in Madrid.Singer Juan Gómez Canca, known as El Kanka attends the presentation of his album "Las Canciones" at the Villanos venue in Madrid.Singer Juan Gómez Canca, known as El Kanka attends the presentation of his album "Las Canciones" at the Villanos venue in Madrid.

  • Illustrations for the Jeffrey Epstein file news story in Russia
    Illustrations for the Jeffrey Epstein file news story in Russia (5)
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    In this photo illustration, the Released documents from the U.S. Justice Department files on Jeffrey Epstein. Handouts of released documents related to court cases against late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, issued by the U.S. Justice Department, are seen printed and arranged.In this photo illustration, the Released documents from the U.S. Justice Department files on Jeffrey Epstein. Handouts of released documents related to court cases against late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, issued by the U.S. Justice Department, are seen printed and arranged.In this photo illustration, the Released documents from the U.S. Justice Department files on Jeffrey Epstein. Handouts of released documents related to court cases against late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, issued by the U.S. Justice Department, are seen printed and arranged.

  • The Washington Post, owned by billionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, announced job cuts on February 4, laying off more than 300 journalists as part of cost-cutting measures aimed at addressing financial losses.
    Washington Post Guild Members Rally After Major Layoffs in Washington (11)
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    Members of The Washington Post Guild, joined by supporters, rally outside The Washington Post office building following sweeping layoffs at the newspaper. The Washington Post, owned by billionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, announced job cuts on February 4, laying off more than 300 journalists as part of cost-cutting measures aimed at addressing financial losses.Members of The Washington Post Guild, joined by supporters, rally outside The Washington Post office building following sweeping layoffs at the newspaper. The Washington Post, owned by billionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, announced job cuts on February 4, laying off more than 300 journalists as part of cost-cutting measures aimed at addressing financial losses.Members of The Washington Post Guild, joined by supporters, rally outside The Washington Post office building following sweeping layoffs at the newspaper. The Washington Post, owned by billionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, announced job cuts on February 4, laying off more than 300 journalists as part of cost-cutting measures aimed at addressing financial losses.

  • Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Holds Media Briefing in Washington
    Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Holds Media Briefing in Washington (13)
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    White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt speaks during a press briefing in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House.White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt speaks during a press briefing in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House.White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt speaks during a press briefing in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House.

  • The Império Serrano samba school dedicated the theme of its 2026 parade to writer Conceição Evaristo, one of the leading figures in contemporary Brazilian literature.
    Final preparations for carnival at the Império Serrano samba school in Rio de Janeiro (12)
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    In a hangar in downtown Rio, a costume maker from the Império Serrano samba school glues decorative elements onto a costume for the parade in the sambadrome. Império Serrano chose to honor writer Conceição Evaristo by celebrating her concept of “escrevivência,” a form of storytelling rooted in the lived experiences of Black Brazilian women. Its 2026 theme, “Ponciá Evaristo, Flor do Mulungu,” draws on her characters and life to present a poetic narrative that denounces inequality and racism while highlighting the strength of Black ancestry. By bringing her literary universe to the Sambadrome, the samba school aims to reflect its community and affirm literature as a tool for cultural resistance.In a hangar in downtown Rio, a costume maker from the Império Serrano samba school glues decorative elements onto a costume for the parade in the sambadrome. Império Serrano chose to honor writer Conceição Evaristo by celebrating her concept of “escrevivência,” a form of storytelling rooted in the lived experiences of Black Brazilian women. Its 2026 theme, “Ponciá Evaristo, Flor do Mulungu,” draws on her characters and life to present a poetic narrative that denounces inequality and racism while highlighting the strength of Black ancestry. By bringing her literary universe to the Sambadrome, the samba school aims to reflect its community and affirm literature as a tool for cultural resistance.In a hangar in downtown Rio, a costume maker from the Império Serrano samba school glues decorative elements onto a costume for the parade in the sambadrome. Império Serrano chose to honor writer Conceição Evaristo by celebrating her concept of “escrevivência,” a form of storytelling rooted in the lived experiences of Black Brazilian women. Its 2026 theme, “Ponciá Evaristo, Flor do Mulungu,” draws on her characters and life to present a poetic narrative that denounces inequality and racism while highlighting the strength of Black ancestry. By bringing her literary universe to the Sambadrome, the samba school aims to reflect its community and affirm literature as a tool for cultural resistance.

  • Wuthering Heights UK Premiere in London
    "Wuthering Heights" UK Premiere in London (49)
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    Helen Mirren attends the "Wuthering Height" UK premiere at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square.Helen Mirren attends the "Wuthering Height" UK premiere at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square.Helen Mirren attends the "Wuthering Height" UK premiere at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square.

  • Qatar Masters 2026-Day One in Doha
    Qatar Masters 2026-Day One in Doha (41)
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    Rikuya Hoshino of Japan tees off on the 8th hole during round one of the Qatar Masters 2026 golf tournament at the Doha Golf Club.Rikuya Hoshino of Japan tees off on the 8th hole during round one of the Qatar Masters 2026 golf tournament at the Doha Golf Club.Rikuya Hoshino of Japan tees off on the 8th hole during round one of the Qatar Masters 2026 golf tournament at the Doha Golf Club.
  • Iran Protest at UC San Diego (34)
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    Students hold flags and placards during their march at UC San Diego campus on February 5, 2026, in San Diego, California. About 100 students protest on the UC San Diego campus on Feb. 5, 2026, marching through campus in the afternoon to show support for people in Iran amid ongoing unrest. Demonstrators say the current situation in Iran has affected thousands of people and resulted in many deaths and injuries during protests there. Students carry signs and chant as they move around campus, calling attention to the uprising in Iran and expressing solidarity with those impacted.Students hold flags and placards during their march at UC San Diego campus on February 5, 2026, in San Diego, California. About 100 students protest on the UC San Diego campus on Feb. 5, 2026, marching through campus in the afternoon to show support for people in Iran amid ongoing unrest. Demonstrators say the current situation in Iran has affected thousands of people and resulted in many deaths and injuries during protests there. Students carry signs and chant as they move around campus, calling attention to the uprising in Iran and expressing solidarity with those impacted.Students hold flags and placards during their march at UC San Diego campus on February 5, 2026, in San Diego, California. About 100 students protest on the UC San Diego campus on Feb. 5, 2026, marching through campus in the afternoon to show support for people in Iran amid ongoing unrest. Demonstrators say the current situation in Iran has affected thousands of people and resulted in many deaths and injuries during protests there. Students carry signs and chant as they move around campus, calling attention to the uprising in Iran and expressing solidarity with those impacted.

  • Outdoor Fashion Show during the Moscow Fashion Week
    Outdoor Fashion Show during the Moscow Fashion Week (10)
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    Models walk the outdoor runway during the Moscow Fashion Week at the All-Russian Exhibition Center.Models walk the outdoor runway during the Moscow Fashion Week at the All-Russian Exhibition Center.Models walk the outdoor runway during the Moscow Fashion Week at the All-Russian Exhibition Center.

  • Shanghai Dragons China Vs CSKA Moscow in Saint Petersburg
    Shanghai Dragons China Vs CSKA Moscow in Saint Petersburg (50)
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    Players of CSKA Hockey Club seen during the Hockey match, Kontinental Hockey League 2025/2026 between Shanghai Dragons China and CSKA Moscow at the SKA Arena. (Final score; Shanghai Dragons 0:1 CSKA Moscow).Players of CSKA Hockey Club seen during the Hockey match, Kontinental Hockey League 2025/2026 between Shanghai Dragons China and CSKA Moscow at the SKA Arena. (Final score; Shanghai Dragons 0:1 CSKA Moscow).Players of CSKA Hockey Club seen during the Hockey match, Kontinental Hockey League 2025/2026 between Shanghai Dragons China and CSKA Moscow at the SKA Arena. (Final score; Shanghai Dragons 0:1 CSKA Moscow).

  • Democratic Party National Housing Conference with Schlein in Rome
    Democratic Party National Housing Conference with Schlein in Rome (40)
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    Democratic Party Secretary Elly Schlein speaks during the National Conference 'Housing is a Right' at PD headquarters. The Italian Democratic Party (PD) held a national conference titled “Casa è un diritto” (Housing is a Right) at its headquarters in Via del Nazareno, Rome. Led by party secretary Elly Schlein, the event launched proposals for a national plan on public and social housing to tackle the shortage of affordable rentals for students and low-income families. Party leaders also criticized the current government’s approach to housing support and called for treating housing as a fundamental social right.Democratic Party Secretary Elly Schlein speaks during the National Conference 'Housing is a Right' at PD headquarters. The Italian Democratic Party (PD) held a national conference titled “Casa è un diritto” (Housing is a Right) at its headquarters in Via del Nazareno, Rome. Led by party secretary Elly Schlein, the event launched proposals for a national plan on public and social housing to tackle the shortage of affordable rentals for students and low-income families. Party leaders also criticized the current government’s approach to housing support and called for treating housing as a fundamental social right.Democratic Party Secretary Elly Schlein speaks during the National Conference 'Housing is a Right' at PD headquarters. The Italian Democratic Party (PD) held a national conference titled “Casa è un diritto” (Housing is a Right) at its headquarters in Via del Nazareno, Rome. Led by party secretary Elly Schlein, the event launched proposals for a national plan on public and social housing to tackle the shortage of affordable rentals for students and low-income families. Party leaders also criticized the current government’s approach to housing support and called for treating housing as a fundamental social right.

  • Meeting with the President of the Chile - Giorgia Meloni and José Antonio Kast in Rome
    Meeting with the President of the Chile - Giorgia Meloni and José Antonio Kast in Rome (30)
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    Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni (R) meets with President-elect of Chile José Antonio Kast (L), at Palazzo Chigi. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni hosted Chile’s President-elect José Antonio Kast at Palazzo Chigi in Rome ahead of his March 11 inauguration. Kast outlined his future government’s priorities, including economic growth, investment, crime prevention, and policies to support higher birth rates. Both leaders agreed to expand bilateral cooperation and strengthen dialogue with Latin American partners on energy security and critical raw-materials supply chains, highlighting closer political ties between Rome and Santiago.Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni (R) meets with President-elect of Chile José Antonio Kast (L), at Palazzo Chigi. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni hosted Chile’s President-elect José Antonio Kast at Palazzo Chigi in Rome ahead of his March 11 inauguration. Kast outlined his future government’s priorities, including economic growth, investment, crime prevention, and policies to support higher birth rates. Both leaders agreed to expand bilateral cooperation and strengthen dialogue with Latin American partners on energy security and critical raw-materials supply chains, highlighting closer political ties between Rome and Santiago.Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni (R) meets with President-elect of Chile José Antonio Kast (L), at Palazzo Chigi. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni hosted Chile’s President-elect José Antonio Kast at Palazzo Chigi in Rome ahead of his March 11 inauguration. Kast outlined his future government’s priorities, including economic growth, investment, crime prevention, and policies to support higher birth rates. Both leaders agreed to expand bilateral cooperation and strengthen dialogue with Latin American partners on energy security and critical raw-materials supply chains, highlighting closer political ties between Rome and Santiago.

  • UK Premiere of Wuthering Heights at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square in London
    UK Premiere of Wuthering Heights at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square in London (31)
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    Martin Clunes attends the UK Premiere of Wuthering Heights at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square in London.Martin Clunes attends the UK Premiere of Wuthering Heights at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square in London.Martin Clunes attends the UK Premiere of Wuthering Heights at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square in London.

  • General San Martin's curved saber at the National Historical Museum in Buenos Aires
    General San Martin's curved saber at the National Historical Museum in Buenos Aires (8)
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    A grenadier guards San Martin's curved saber at the National Historical Museum. The curved saber of José de San Martín is the weapon used in combat by the Liberator of America, and as such, it possesses great iconographic value. This saber accompanied San Martín in the battles for South American independence.A grenadier guards San Martin's curved saber at the National Historical Museum. The curved saber of José de San Martín is the weapon used in combat by the Liberator of America, and as such, it possesses great iconographic value. This saber accompanied San Martín in the battles for South American independence.A grenadier guards San Martin's curved saber at the National Historical Museum. The curved saber of José de San Martín is the weapon used in combat by the Liberator of America, and as such, it possesses great iconographic value. This saber accompanied San Martín in the battles for South American independence.

  • Nigel Farage’s campaign visit to Gorton and Denton where he opened, by cutting a light blue ribbon, the Campaign HQ with Reform UK candidate Matt Goodwin. They were joined by Reform MP, for Runcorn and Helsby, Sarah Pochin who had to step over the ribbon before the cutting. Reform UK supporters held signs and waited in the cold. After the official opening Nigel Farrage and Matt Goodwin answered questions from the press together.
    Nigel Farage visits and opens Reform HQ in Gorton and Denton in Manchester, UK  (25)
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    Nigel Farage seen holding scissors to cut the ribbon and Reform UK candidate Matt Goodwin, during the campaign. Nigel Farage’s campaign visit to Gorton and Denton where he opened, by cutting a light blue ribbon, the Campaign HQ with Reform UK candidate Matt Goodwin. They were joined by Reform MP, for Runcorn and Helsby, Sarah Pochin who had to step over the ribbon before the cutting. Reform UK supporters held signs and waited in the cold. After the official opening Nigel Farrage and Matt Goodwin answered questions from the press together.Nigel Farage seen holding scissors to cut the ribbon and Reform UK candidate Matt Goodwin, during the campaign. Nigel Farage’s campaign visit to Gorton and Denton where he opened, by cutting a light blue ribbon, the Campaign HQ with Reform UK candidate Matt Goodwin. They were joined by Reform MP, for Runcorn and Helsby, Sarah Pochin who had to step over the ribbon before the cutting. Reform UK supporters held signs and waited in the cold. After the official opening Nigel Farrage and Matt Goodwin answered questions from the press together.Nigel Farage seen holding scissors to cut the ribbon and Reform UK candidate Matt Goodwin, during the campaign. Nigel Farage’s campaign visit to Gorton and Denton where he opened, by cutting a light blue ribbon, the Campaign HQ with Reform UK candidate Matt Goodwin. They were joined by Reform MP, for Runcorn and Helsby, Sarah Pochin who had to step over the ribbon before the cutting. Reform UK supporters held signs and waited in the cold. After the official opening Nigel Farrage and Matt Goodwin answered questions from the press together.

  • Qatar Masters 2026-Day One in Doha
    Qatar Masters 2026-Day One in Doha (61)
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    Eugenio Chacarra of Spain tees off on the 6th hole during round one of the Qatar Masters 2026 golf tournament at the Doha Golf Club.Eugenio Chacarra of Spain tees off on the 6th hole during round one of the Qatar Masters 2026 golf tournament at the Doha Golf Club.Eugenio Chacarra of Spain tees off on the 6th hole during round one of the Qatar Masters 2026 golf tournament at the Doha Golf Club.

  • The French President Emmanuel Macron met with the European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, at the Elysee Presidential Palace.
    Emmanuel Macron Meets With Ursula Von Der Leyen in Paris, France (15)
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    The French President Emmanuel Macron (R) welcomes the European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen (L) at the Elysee Presidential Palace.The French President Emmanuel Macron (R) welcomes the European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen (L) at the Elysee Presidential Palace.The French President Emmanuel Macron (R) welcomes the European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen (L) at the Elysee Presidential Palace.

  • The UEFA Champions League trophy in Doha, Qatar
    The UEFA Champions League trophy in Doha, Qatar (14)
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    A visitor looks at the UEFA Champions League trophy won by Paris Saint-Germain during the Web Summit Qatar 2026 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC) in Doha.A visitor looks at the UEFA Champions League trophy won by Paris Saint-Germain during the Web Summit Qatar 2026 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC) in Doha.A visitor looks at the UEFA Champions League trophy won by Paris Saint-Germain during the Web Summit Qatar 2026 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC) in Doha.

  • Photo illustration in Canada

    Photo illustration in Canada  (20)
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    In this photo illustration, the Apple Maps logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen.In this photo illustration, the Apple Maps logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen.In this photo illustration, the Apple Maps logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen.

  • Italy's Trentino-South Tyrol region
    Italy's Trentino-South Tyrol region (45)
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    General view of the street leading towards the Pfarrturm (Parish Tower) of St. Michael's Church in the historic center of Bressanone (Brixen), South Tyrol, Italy.General view of the street leading towards the Pfarrturm (Parish Tower) of St. Michael's Church in the historic center of Bressanone (Brixen), South Tyrol, Italy.General view of the street leading towards the Pfarrturm (Parish Tower) of St. Michael's Church in the historic center of Bressanone (Brixen), South Tyrol, Italy.

  • Indian Forces Conduct Search Operation In Kashmir

    Indian Forces Conduct Search Operation In Kashmir (25)
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    Indian security force personnel patrol a street during what officials described as a routine search operation in Srinagar, the main city of Indian administered Kashmir.Indian security force personnel patrol a street during what officials described as a routine search operation in Srinagar, the main city of Indian administered Kashmir.Indian security force personnel patrol a street during what officials described as a routine search operation in Srinagar, the main city of Indian administered Kashmir.

  • Send Help UK Premiere at the Odeon Luxe in Leicester Square, London
    Send Help UK Premiere at the Odeon Luxe in Leicester Square, London (78)
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    Zainab Azizi attends the Send Help UK Premiere at the Odeon Luxe in Leicester Square.Zainab Azizi attends the Send Help UK Premiere at the Odeon Luxe in Leicester Square.Zainab Azizi attends the Send Help UK Premiere at the Odeon Luxe in Leicester Square.

  • Paolo Sammarco head coach of Hellas Verona Press Conference in Verona
    Paolo Sammarco head coach of Hellas Verona Press Conference in Verona (6)
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    Paolo Sammarco, the interim new head coach of Hellas Verona FC seen during a press conference before the match between Hellas Verona FC and AC Pisa 1909 at the Hellas Verona headquarters.Paolo Sammarco, the interim new head coach of Hellas Verona FC seen during a press conference before the match between Hellas Verona FC and AC Pisa 1909 at the Hellas Verona headquarters.Paolo Sammarco, the interim new head coach of Hellas Verona FC seen during a press conference before the match between Hellas Verona FC and AC Pisa 1909 at the Hellas Verona headquarters.

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