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  • Members of the Ewell St. Marys Morris Men took part in the annual Boxing Day Tour of Ewell Village. The tradition of touring local pubs and performing traditional English Morris Dances was first held in the early 1980s, and except for the COVID lockdown years, has been held every Boxing Day since. At 1200, after local roads were closed the Morris Men performed dances outside the Green Man Public House in-front of several hundred spectators, before continuing to several other pubs in the local area.

    Ewell St. Mary’s Morris Men Boxing Day Tour in Ewell  (17)
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    Ewell St. Mary's Morris Men perform a traditional English dance using sticks outside a public house on Boxing day. Members of the Ewell St. Marys Morris Men took part in the annual Boxing Day Tour of Ewell Village. The tradition of touring local pubs and performing traditional English Morris Dances was first held in the early 1980s, and except for the COVID lockdown years, has been held every Boxing Day since. At 1200, after local roads were closed the Morris Men performed dances outside the Green Man Public House in-front of several hundred spectators, before continuing to several other pubs in the local area.Ewell St. Mary's Morris Men perform a traditional English dance using sticks outside a public house on Boxing day. Members of the Ewell St. Marys Morris Men took part in the annual Boxing Day Tour of Ewell Village. The tradition of touring local pubs and performing traditional English Morris Dances was first held in the early 1980s, and except for the COVID lockdown years, has been held every Boxing Day since. At 1200, after local roads were closed the Morris Men performed dances outside the Green Man Public House in-front of several hundred spectators, before continuing to several other pubs in the local area.Ewell St. Mary's Morris Men perform a traditional English dance using sticks outside a public house on Boxing day. Members of the Ewell St. Marys Morris Men took part in the annual Boxing Day Tour of Ewell Village. The tradition of touring local pubs and performing traditional English Morris Dances was first held in the early 1980s, and except for the COVID lockdown years, has been held every Boxing Day since. At 1200, after local roads were closed the Morris Men performed dances outside the Green Man Public House in-front of several hundred spectators, before continuing to several other pubs in the local area.
  • Daily Life in Shanghai, China

    Daily Life in Shanghai, China  (12)
    Patrick Chengzhi Wang / SOPA Images
    A young seller in 1930s Old Shanghai men’s fashion suits smokes at a stall on the Walking Street of Nanjing Road.A young seller in 1930s Old Shanghai men’s fashion suits smokes at a stall on the Walking Street of Nanjing Road.A young seller in 1930s Old Shanghai men’s fashion suits smokes at a stall on the Walking Street of Nanjing Road.
  • An unplanned brickfield in Jamalpur, Bangladesh

    An unplanned brickfield in Jamalpur, Bangladesh (6)
    Piyas Biswas / SOPA Images
    An aerial view of an unplanned brickfield in Jamalpur, destroying fertile farmland while polluting the environment and threatening local livelihoods and ecosystems.An aerial view of an unplanned brickfield in Jamalpur, destroying fertile farmland while polluting the environment and threatening local livelihoods and ecosystems.An aerial view of an unplanned brickfield in Jamalpur, destroying fertile farmland while polluting the environment and threatening local livelihoods and ecosystems.
  • Illustration in Canada.

    Illustration in Canada. (20)
    Thomas Fuller / SOPA Images
    In this photo illustration, the Odyssey Marine Exploration logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen.In this photo illustration, the Odyssey Marine Exploration logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen.In this photo illustration, the Odyssey Marine Exploration logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen.
  • Cardinal Rolandas Makrickas presides during the rite of the closing of the Holy Door of the St. Mary Major Basilica

    St. Mary Major Basilica - Closing of the Holy Door (11)
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    Cardinal Rolandas Makrickas presides over the rite of the closing of the holy door of the St. Mary Major Basilica as part of the end of the Jubilee Year.Cardinal Rolandas Makrickas presides over the rite of the closing of the holy door of the St. Mary Major Basilica as part of the end of the Jubilee Year.Cardinal Rolandas Makrickas presides over the rite of the closing of the holy door of the St. Mary Major Basilica as part of the end of the Jubilee Year.
  • Pope Leo XIV during Christmas Eve Mass in St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican

    Pope Leo XIV presides over the Christmas Eve Mass in Vatican (35)
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    Pope Leo XIV leaves at the end of the Christmas Eve Mass in St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican.Pope Leo XIV leaves at the end of the Christmas Eve Mass in St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican.Pope Leo XIV leaves at the end of the Christmas Eve Mass in St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican.
  • Palestinian-Israeli conflict

    Palestinian-Israeli conflict (15)
    Nasser Ishtayeh / SOPA Images
    Israeli military reinforcements arriving in the town of Qabatiya, south of Jenin in the northern West Bank. The Israeli army announced it was conducting operations in several locations in the West Bank following a Palestinian attack that killed an Israeli woman and wounded four others in the southern Israeli city of Beit She'an. The Israeli army raided the home of the Palestinian attacker in Qabatiya, and the Israeli Defense Minister ordered the army to carry out a large-scale operation and impose a siege on the town.Israeli military reinforcements arriving in the town of Qabatiya, south of Jenin in the northern West Bank. The Israeli army announced it was conducting operations in several locations in the West Bank following a Palestinian attack that killed an Israeli woman and wounded four others in the southern Israeli city of Beit She'an. The Israeli army raided the home of the Palestinian attacker in Qabatiya, and the Israeli Defense Minister ordered the army to carry out a large-scale operation and impose a siege on the town.Israeli military reinforcements arriving in the town of Qabatiya, south of Jenin in the northern West Bank. The Israeli army announced it was conducting operations in several locations in the West Bank following a Palestinian attack that killed an Israeli woman and wounded four others in the southern Israeli city of Beit She'an. The Israeli army raided the home of the Palestinian attacker in Qabatiya, and the Israeli Defense Minister ordered the army to carry out a large-scale operation and impose a siege on the town.
  • Shoppers crowded Oxford Street as post Christmas Boxing Day and Winter Sales drew large numbers of people to central London, with major retailers offering heavy discounts. The scenes reflected the annual surge in footfall as consumers took advantage of seasonal promotions during one of the busiest retail days of the year.

    Boxing Day sales draw crowds to Oxford Street in London (18)
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    Two women seen carrying shopping bags. Shoppers crowded Oxford Street as post Christmas Boxing Day and Winter Sales drew large numbers of people to central London, with major retailers offering heavy discounts. The scenes reflected the annual surge in footfall as consumers took advantage of seasonal promotions during one of the busiest retail days of the year.Two women seen carrying shopping bags. Shoppers crowded Oxford Street as post Christmas Boxing Day and Winter Sales drew large numbers of people to central London, with major retailers offering heavy discounts. The scenes reflected the annual surge in footfall as consumers took advantage of seasonal promotions during one of the busiest retail days of the year.Two women seen carrying shopping bags. Shoppers crowded Oxford Street as post Christmas Boxing Day and Winter Sales drew large numbers of people to central London, with major retailers offering heavy discounts. The scenes reflected the annual surge in footfall as consumers took advantage of seasonal promotions during one of the busiest retail days of the year.
  • Pope Leo XIV celebrates Christmas Morning Mass Vatican City,Vatican.

    Pope Leo XIV celebrates Christmas Morning Mass Vatican City,Vatican 25 Dec 205 (36)
    Stefano Costantino / SOPA Images
    Pope Leo XIV seen during the Christmas Morning Mass in St. Peter's Basilica .Pope Leo XIV seen during the Christmas Morning Mass in St. Peter's Basilica .Pope Leo XIV seen during the Christmas Morning Mass in St. Peter's Basilica .
  • Illustration in Indonesia.

    Illustration in Indonesia. (6)
    Algi Febri Sugita / SOPA Images
    In this photo illustration, the TikTok USDS (U.S. Data Security) logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen, and the Flag of America in the background.In this photo illustration, the TikTok USDS (U.S. Data Security) logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen, and the Flag of America in the background.In this photo illustration, the TikTok USDS (U.S. Data Security) logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen, and the Flag of America in the background.
  • Tracking Santa's sleigh SANTA1 on an air traffic monitoring site.

    Santa's sleigh illustration in France. (4)
    Gerard Bottino / SOPA Images
    In this photo illustration, a real-time air traffic shows Santa's sleigh and his reindeer flying over the United States. Tracking Santa's sleigh "SANTA1" on an air traffic monitoring site.In this photo illustration, a real-time air traffic shows Santa's sleigh and his reindeer flying over the United States. Tracking Santa's sleigh "SANTA1" on an air traffic monitoring site.In this photo illustration, a real-time air traffic shows Santa's sleigh and his reindeer flying over the United States. Tracking Santa's sleigh "SANTA1" on an air traffic monitoring site.
  • Illustration in Indonesia.

    Illustration in Indonesia. (5)
    Algi Febri Sugita / SOPA Images
    In this photo illustration, the Adobe logo is displayed on a mobile phone screen in front of repeated Adobe Firefly logos.In this photo illustration, the Adobe logo is displayed on a mobile phone screen in front of repeated Adobe Firefly logos.In this photo illustration, the Adobe logo is displayed on a mobile phone screen in front of repeated Adobe Firefly logos.
  • World Athletics Championships 2025 in Tokyo ,Japan

    World Athletics Championships 2025 in Tokyo ,Japan-17 Jul 2025.  (26)
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    Zharnel HUGHES seen during the World Athletics Championships Men’s 100m final at the National Stadium. World Athletics Championships 2025 - TokyoZharnel HUGHES seen during the World Athletics Championships Men’s 100m final at the National Stadium. World Athletics Championships 2025 - TokyoZharnel HUGHES seen during the World Athletics Championships Men’s 100m final at the National Stadium. World Athletics Championships 2025 - Tokyo
  • Boxing Day Sale at Harrods, London, UK

    Boxing Day Sale at Harrods, London, UK (5)
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    General view of Harrods in Knightsbridge with a 'Sale' sign on Boxing Day.General view of Harrods in Knightsbridge with a 'Sale' sign on Boxing Day.General view of Harrods in Knightsbridge with a 'Sale' sign on Boxing Day.
  • Pope Leo XIV delivers the Christmas Urbi et Orbi blessing, to the city and to the world from Vatican City,Vatican .

    Pope Leo XIV delivers the Christmas Urbi et Orbi blessing, to the city and to the world from Vatican (35)
    Maria Grazia Picciarella
    Pope Leo XIV seen delivering the Christmas Urbi et Orbi blessing to the city and to the world from the central loggia of St. Peter's Basilica .Pope Leo XIV seen delivering the Christmas Urbi et Orbi blessing to the city and to the world from the central loggia of St. Peter's Basilica .Pope Leo XIV seen delivering the Christmas Urbi et Orbi blessing to the city and to the world from the central loggia of St. Peter's Basilica .
  • Pope Leo XIV bestows the Urbi et Orbi blessing from the balcony of the central loggia of St. Peter's after presiding over his first Christmas Mass inside the basilica before thousands of faithful.

    Pope Leo XIV urbi et orbi blessing in St. Peter's Basilicain Vatican City,Italy 25 Dec 2025 (35)
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    Pope Leo XIV seen bestowing the Urbi et Orbi blessing from the balcony of the central loggia of St. Peter's after presiding over his first Christmas Mass inside the basilica before thousands of faithful.Pope Leo XIV seen bestowing the Urbi et Orbi blessing from the balcony of the central loggia of St. Peter's after presiding over his first Christmas Mass inside the basilica before thousands of faithful.Pope Leo XIV seen bestowing the Urbi et Orbi blessing from the balcony of the central loggia of St. Peter's after presiding over his first Christmas Mass inside the basilica before thousands of faithful.
  • Photo illustration in Stuttgart, Germany

    Photo illustration in Stuttgart, Germany -20 Nov 2025 (20)
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    In this photo illustration, a smartphone with the logo of media company MediaWorks New Zealand is seen displayed on screen in front of website.In this photo illustration, a smartphone with the logo of media company MediaWorks New Zealand is seen displayed on screen in front of website.In this photo illustration, a smartphone with the logo of media company MediaWorks New Zealand is seen displayed on screen in front of website.
  • Large crowds head into Melbourne’s CBD on Boxing Day as retailers launch major post-Christmas sales. Shopping precincts and major department stores experience heavy foot traffic, with consumers taking advantage of discounts across fashion, electronics, and household goods, making Boxing Day one of the busiest retail days of the year in Australia.

    Boxing Day Sales in Melbourne (14)
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    Customers browse items during the Boxing Day sales. Large crowds head into Melbourne’s CBD on Boxing Day as retailers launch major post-Christmas sales. Shopping precincts and major department stores experience heavy foot traffic, with consumers taking advantage of discounts across fashion, electronics, and household goods, making Boxing Day one of the busiest retail days of the year in Australia.Customers browse items during the Boxing Day sales. Large crowds head into Melbourne’s CBD on Boxing Day as retailers launch major post-Christmas sales. Shopping precincts and major department stores experience heavy foot traffic, with consumers taking advantage of discounts across fashion, electronics, and household goods, making Boxing Day one of the busiest retail days of the year in Australia.Customers browse items during the Boxing Day sales. Large crowds head into Melbourne’s CBD on Boxing Day as retailers launch major post-Christmas sales. Shopping precincts and major department stores experience heavy foot traffic, with consumers taking advantage of discounts across fashion, electronics, and household goods, making Boxing Day one of the busiest retail days of the year in Australia.
  • Daily life on Christmas day in Madrid

    Daily life on Christmas day in Madrid (9)
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    A Santa Claus bag is seen on top of trash cans along Madrid street.A Santa Claus bag is seen on top of trash cans along Madrid street.A Santa Claus bag is seen on top of trash cans along Madrid street.
  • Pope Leo XIV presides over his first Christmas Mass in Vatican

    Pope Leo XIV presides over his first Christmas Mass in Vatican (50)
    Marco Iacobucci / SOPA Images
    Italian soldiers of various military forces line up in front of St. Peter's awaiting the Pope. Pope Leo XIV presided over his first Christmas Mass at the central altar of St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican, during the solemn celebration that opens Christmas for the Catholic Church, reminding the faithful of the message of peace, hope, and the birth of Jesus.Italian soldiers of various military forces line up in front of St. Peter's awaiting the Pope. Pope Leo XIV presided over his first Christmas Mass at the central altar of St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican, during the solemn celebration that opens Christmas for the Catholic Church, reminding the faithful of the message of peace, hope, and the birth of Jesus.Italian soldiers of various military forces line up in front of St. Peter's awaiting the Pope. Pope Leo XIV presided over his first Christmas Mass at the central altar of St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican, during the solemn celebration that opens Christmas for the Catholic Church, reminding the faithful of the message of peace, hope, and the birth of Jesus.
  • The breathtaking beauty of a mustard field in Jamalpur, Bangladesh

    The breathtaking beauty of a mustard field in Jamalpur, Bangladesh (9)
    Piyas Biswas / SOPA Images
    (EDITOR'S NOTE: Image taken with a drone) 
Children delight in playful moments amidst the golden mustard fields of Jamalpur.(EDITOR'S NOTE: Image taken with a drone) 
Children delight in playful moments amidst the golden mustard fields of Jamalpur.(EDITOR'S NOTE: Image taken with a drone) 
Children delight in playful moments amidst the golden mustard fields of Jamalpur.
  • Commercial operations of flights started at the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) aimed at easing congestion at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), marking an important milestone infrastructure development. The airport was developed and being operated by Adani Airports Holdings Limited (AAHL), wholly owned subsidiary of Adani Enterprises Limited.

    NMIA begins commercial operation of flights in Mumbai, India - 25 Dec 2025 (11)
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    Passengers seen arriving with their luggage bags outside the departure entry gate at Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA). Commercial operations of flights started at the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) aimed at easing congestion at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), marking an important milestone in infrastructure development. The airport was developed and being operated by Adani Airports Holdings Limited (AAHL), wholly owned subsidiary of Adani Enterprises Limited.Passengers seen arriving with their luggage bags outside the departure entry gate at Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA). Commercial operations of flights started at the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) aimed at easing congestion at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), marking an important milestone in infrastructure development. The airport was developed and being operated by Adani Airports Holdings Limited (AAHL), wholly owned subsidiary of Adani Enterprises Limited.Passengers seen arriving with their luggage bags outside the departure entry gate at Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA). Commercial operations of flights started at the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) aimed at easing congestion at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), marking an important milestone in infrastructure development. The airport was developed and being operated by Adani Airports Holdings Limited (AAHL), wholly owned subsidiary of Adani Enterprises Limited.
  • Pope Leo XIV presides over the Christmas Eve Mass (29)
    Marco Iacobucci / SOPA Images
    The pontiff arrives at the basilica and greets the faithful.
Pope Leo XIV presides over his first Christmas Eve Mass at the central altar of St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican, during the solemn celebration that opens Christmas for the Catholic Church, reminding the faithful of the message of peace, hope, and the birth of Jesus.The pontiff arrives at the basilica and greets the faithful.
Pope Leo XIV presides over his first Christmas Eve Mass at the central altar of St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican, during the solemn celebration that opens Christmas for the Catholic Church, reminding the faithful of the message of peace, hope, and the birth of Jesus.The pontiff arrives at the basilica and greets the faithful.
Pope Leo XIV presides over his first Christmas Eve Mass at the central altar of St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican, during the solemn celebration that opens Christmas for the Catholic Church, reminding the faithful of the message of peace, hope, and the birth of Jesus.
  • Pope Leo XIV: ‘Urbi et Orbi’ Christmas Blessing (22)
    Stefano Costantino / SOPA Images
    Pope Leo XIV greets the faithful after the "Urbi et Orbi" blessing from the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica overlooking St. Peter's Square.Pope Leo XIV greets the faithful after the "Urbi et Orbi" blessing from the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica overlooking St. Peter's Square.Pope Leo XIV greets the faithful after the "Urbi et Orbi" blessing from the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica overlooking St. Peter's Square.
  • Christmas at St. Mary’s Basilica Church in Bengaluru India

    Christmas at St. Mary’s Basilica Church in Bengaluru India  (9)
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    Girls seen praying during a Christmas Mass at St. Mary’s Basilica church.Girls seen praying during a Christmas Mass at St. Mary’s Basilica church.Girls seen praying during a Christmas Mass at St. Mary’s Basilica church.
  • Members of the public took part in the annual Christmas Day swim held at Brighton Beach, East Sussex, England. Originally established by the Brighton Swimming Club in 1860, this event is regarded as one of the oldest festive swims in England. On the morning of Christmas Eve, swimmers arrived with some dressed in festive seasonal outfits to enter the water at 11:00 a.m.

    Brighton Beach Christmas Day Swim in Brighton (10)
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    A swimmer seen during the traditional Christmas Day swim at Brighton Beach. Members of the public took part in the annual Christmas Day swim held at Brighton Beach, East Sussex, England. Originally established by the Brighton Swimming Club in 1860, this event is regarded as one of the oldest festive swims in England. On the morning of Christmas Eve, swimmers arrived with some dressed in festive seasonal outfits to enter the water at 11:00 a.m.A swimmer seen during the traditional Christmas Day swim at Brighton Beach. Members of the public took part in the annual Christmas Day swim held at Brighton Beach, East Sussex, England. Originally established by the Brighton Swimming Club in 1860, this event is regarded as one of the oldest festive swims in England. On the morning of Christmas Eve, swimmers arrived with some dressed in festive seasonal outfits to enter the water at 11:00 a.m.A swimmer seen during the traditional Christmas Day swim at Brighton Beach. Members of the public took part in the annual Christmas Day swim held at Brighton Beach, East Sussex, England. Originally established by the Brighton Swimming Club in 1860, this event is regarded as one of the oldest festive swims in England. On the morning of Christmas Eve, swimmers arrived with some dressed in festive seasonal outfits to enter the water at 11:00 a.m.
  • Christmas celebration in Dhaka, Bangladesh

    Christmas celebration in Dhaka, Bangladesh (15)
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    Christian devotees participate in a prayer on Christmas Eve at Tegaon Holy Rosary Church in Dhaka.Christian devotees participate in a prayer on Christmas Eve at Tegaon Holy Rosary Church in Dhaka.Christian devotees participate in a prayer on Christmas Eve at Tegaon Holy Rosary Church in Dhaka.
  • Photo illustration in Canada

    Photo illustration in Canada (20)
    Thomas Fuller / SOPA Images
    In this photo illustration, the Trendyol logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen.In this photo illustration, the Trendyol logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen.In this photo illustration, the Trendyol logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen.
  • Christmas celebrations in Nabus, Palestine - 25 Dec 2025

    Christmas celebrations in Nabus, Palestine - 25 Dec 2025 (14)
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    Christians display sweets at Christmas in the Church of the Annunciation in Nablus. Despite the war, Palestinians continued to celebrate Christmas, after festivities were largely suspended in 2023 and 2024 following the war in Gaza that erupted after the October 7, 2025, attacks.Christians display sweets at Christmas in the Church of the Annunciation in Nablus. Despite the war, Palestinians continued to celebrate Christmas, after festivities were largely suspended in 2023 and 2024 following the war in Gaza that erupted after the October 7, 2025, attacks.Christians display sweets at Christmas in the Church of the Annunciation in Nablus. Despite the war, Palestinians continued to celebrate Christmas, after festivities were largely suspended in 2023 and 2024 following the war in Gaza that erupted after the October 7, 2025, attacks.
  • Christmas Celebrated In Kashmir, India - 25 Dec 2025

    Christmas Celebrated In Kashmir, India - 25 Dec 2025 (20)
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    Indian paramilitary troopers guard as Christian worshippers pray during Christmas Day Mass inside the Holy Family Catholic Church in Srinagar, Indian administered Kashmir. Advocacy groups say that Christians, a small minority in India, have in recent years documented a rise in incidents of violence, harassment and interruptions to religious gatherings, often carried out by far‑right Hindu nationalist groups and local mobs, developments that have intensified debate over religious freedom and the rights of minority communities.Indian paramilitary troopers guard as Christian worshippers pray during Christmas Day Mass inside the Holy Family Catholic Church in Srinagar, Indian administered Kashmir. Advocacy groups say that Christians, a small minority in India, have in recent years documented a rise in incidents of violence, harassment and interruptions to religious gatherings, often carried out by far‑right Hindu nationalist groups and local mobs, developments that have intensified debate over religious freedom and the rights of minority communities.Indian paramilitary troopers guard as Christian worshippers pray during Christmas Day Mass inside the Holy Family Catholic Church in Srinagar, Indian administered Kashmir. Advocacy groups say that Christians, a small minority in India, have in recent years documented a rise in incidents of violence, harassment and interruptions to religious gatherings, often carried out by far‑right Hindu nationalist groups and local mobs, developments that have intensified debate over religious freedom and the rights of minority communities.
  • Christmas Eve dinner for homeless people at of Mensajeros de la Paz in Madrid, Spain - 24 Dec 2025

    Christmas Eve dinner for homeless people at of Mensajeros de la Paz in Madrid, Spain - 24 Dec 2025 (32)
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    Luis García Montero seen during the Christmas Eve dinner for homeless people at the Cervantes Institute of Mensajeros de la Paz in Madrid.Luis García Montero seen during the Christmas Eve dinner for homeless people at the Cervantes Institute of Mensajeros de la Paz in Madrid.Luis García Montero seen during the Christmas Eve dinner for homeless people at the Cervantes Institute of Mensajeros de la Paz in Madrid.
  • Christmas celebrated in Kashmir, India - 25 Dec 2025

    Christmas celebrated in Kashmir, India - 25 Dec 2025 (23)
    Saqib Majeed / SOPA Images
    Christian devotees dressed in a Santa-clause costume poses for the picture at the Holy Family Catholic Church during Christmas celebrations in Srinagar. The Himalayan region of Kashmir has a minuscule population of Christians, hundreds of whom join mass at the Holy Family Catholic church on Christmas and pray for peace and prosperity of the region.Christian devotees dressed in a Santa-clause costume poses for the picture at the Holy Family Catholic Church during Christmas celebrations in Srinagar. The Himalayan region of Kashmir has a minuscule population of Christians, hundreds of whom join mass at the Holy Family Catholic church on Christmas and pray for peace and prosperity of the region.Christian devotees dressed in a Santa-clause costume poses for the picture at the Holy Family Catholic Church during Christmas celebrations in Srinagar. The Himalayan region of Kashmir has a minuscule population of Christians, hundreds of whom join mass at the Holy Family Catholic church on Christmas and pray for peace and prosperity of the region.
  • Illustration photos in Germany (20)
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    In this photo illustration, a smartphone with the logo of healthcare technology company Omnicell Inc. is seen on screen in front of website.In this photo illustration, a smartphone with the logo of healthcare technology company Omnicell Inc. is seen on screen in front of website.In this photo illustration, a smartphone with the logo of healthcare technology company Omnicell Inc. is seen on screen in front of website.
  • The Cold Windy Christmas Day in Melbourne - 25 Dec 2025

    The Cold Windy Christmas Day in Melbourne - 25 Dec 2025 (25)
    Ye Myo Khant / SOPA Images
    Families and friends enjoy the windy conditions at St Kilda Beach. Melbourne experiences cold and windy conditions on Christmas Day, particularly along the coast, as beachgoers at St Kilda Beach brave gusty weather. Weather conditions vary across Australia, with other major cities experiencing a mix of heat, showers, and milder summer temperatures as the country marks the holiday.Families and friends enjoy the windy conditions at St Kilda Beach. Melbourne experiences cold and windy conditions on Christmas Day, particularly along the coast, as beachgoers at St Kilda Beach brave gusty weather. Weather conditions vary across Australia, with other major cities experiencing a mix of heat, showers, and milder summer temperatures as the country marks the holiday.Families and friends enjoy the windy conditions at St Kilda Beach. Melbourne experiences cold and windy conditions on Christmas Day, particularly along the coast, as beachgoers at St Kilda Beach brave gusty weather. Weather conditions vary across Australia, with other major cities experiencing a mix of heat, showers, and milder summer temperatures as the country marks the holiday.
  • Pope Leo XIV celebrates Christmas Eve Mass in Vatican City,Vatican .

    Pope Leo XIV celebrates Christmas Eve Mass in Vatican City,Vatican 24 Dec 2025. (41)
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    Pope Leo XIV seen celebrating Christmas Eve Mass in St. Peter's Basilica.Pope Leo XIV seen celebrating Christmas Eve Mass in St. Peter's Basilica.Pope Leo XIV seen celebrating Christmas Eve Mass in St. Peter's Basilica.
  • North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has said South Korea's plan to build nuclear-powered submarines will worsen the instability in the region, calling South Korea's move a threat to the North's national security, according to state media on December 25. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un made the remarks during an on-site inspection of an 8,700-ton nuclear-powered strategic guided missile submarine under construction, the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said.

    North Korean leader Kim unveiling new nuclear -powered submarines in Seoul,South Korea 25 Dec 2025 (6)
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    People seen looking at a 24-hour Yonhap news TV broadcast at Seoul Railway Station showing news broadcast that shows North Korean leader Kim Jong Un veiling manufacturing site of an 8,700-tonnage nuclear-powered strategic guided missile submarine at an undisclosed location. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has said South Korea's plan to build nuclear-powered submarines will "worsen the instability" in the region, calling South Korea's move a threat to the North's national security, according to state media on December 25.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un made the remarks during an on-site inspection of an 8,700-ton nuclear-powered strategic guided missile submarine under construction, the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said.People seen looking at a 24-hour Yonhap news TV broadcast at Seoul Railway Station showing news broadcast that shows North Korean leader Kim Jong Un veiling manufacturing site of an 8,700-tonnage nuclear-powered strategic guided missile submarine at an undisclosed location. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has said South Korea's plan to build nuclear-powered submarines will "worsen the instability" in the region, calling South Korea's move a threat to the North's national security, according to state media on December 25.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un made the remarks during an on-site inspection of an 8,700-ton nuclear-powered strategic guided missile submarine under construction, the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said.People seen looking at a 24-hour Yonhap news TV broadcast at Seoul Railway Station showing news broadcast that shows North Korean leader Kim Jong Un veiling manufacturing site of an 8,700-tonnage nuclear-powered strategic guided missile submarine at an undisclosed location. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has said South Korea's plan to build nuclear-powered submarines will "worsen the instability" in the region, calling South Korea's move a threat to the North's national security, according to state media on December 25.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un made the remarks during an on-site inspection of an 8,700-ton nuclear-powered strategic guided missile submarine under construction, the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said.
  • A powerful rainstorm slams San Diego on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025, turning holiday travel into scenes of disruption. Heavy rain floods roads across the county, forcing multiple closures as emergency crews responded to rising water. At least one person was killed when a tree falls during the storm, highlighting the dangerous conditions brought by strong winds and saturated ground. Governor Gavin Newsom proclaims a State of Emergency for several California counties, including San Diego County, as first responders work through the day to manage flooding, clear debris, and handle multiple car accidents that are reported throughout the region.

    Michael Ho-Rainstorm hit San Diego Dec 24  (18)
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    A car crashes to multiple vehicles is seen on the I-5 North highway during the rainstorm . A powerful rainstorm slams San Diego on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025, turning holiday travel into scenes of disruption. Heavy rain floods roads across the county, forcing multiple closures as emergency crews responded to rising water. At least one person was killed when a tree falls during the storm, highlighting the dangerous conditions brought by strong winds and saturated ground. Governor Gavin Newsom proclaims a State of Emergency for several California counties, including San Diego County, as first responders work through the day to manage flooding, clear debris, and handle multiple car accidents that are reported throughout the region.A car crashes to multiple vehicles is seen on the I-5 North highway during the rainstorm . A powerful rainstorm slams San Diego on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025, turning holiday travel into scenes of disruption. Heavy rain floods roads across the county, forcing multiple closures as emergency crews responded to rising water. At least one person was killed when a tree falls during the storm, highlighting the dangerous conditions brought by strong winds and saturated ground. Governor Gavin Newsom proclaims a State of Emergency for several California counties, including San Diego County, as first responders work through the day to manage flooding, clear debris, and handle multiple car accidents that are reported throughout the region.A car crashes to multiple vehicles is seen on the I-5 North highway during the rainstorm . A powerful rainstorm slams San Diego on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025, turning holiday travel into scenes of disruption. Heavy rain floods roads across the county, forcing multiple closures as emergency crews responded to rising water. At least one person was killed when a tree falls during the storm, highlighting the dangerous conditions brought by strong winds and saturated ground. Governor Gavin Newsom proclaims a State of Emergency for several California counties, including San Diego County, as first responders work through the day to manage flooding, clear debris, and handle multiple car accidents that are reported throughout the region.
  • Scots’ Church in Melbourne holds its Christmas Day Mass as congregants gather to mark the birth of Jesus Christ. The service features prayers, hymns, and scripture readings, continuing the church’s long-standing Christmas tradition. Worshippers attend throughout the day in a solemn and reflective atmosphere, concluding Melbourne’s Christmas celebrations following Christmas Eve services across the city.

    Rev Phil Campbell presides over Christmas Day Mass at Scots’ Church in  Melbourne,Australia 25 Dec 2 (18)
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    Congregants are seen attending the Christmas Day Mass at Scots’ Church. The Scots’ Church in Melbourne holds its Christmas Day Mass as congregants gather to mark the birth of Jesus Christ. The service features prayers, hymns, and scripture readings, continuing the church’s long-standing Christmas tradition. Worshippers attend throughout the day in a solemn and reflective atmosphere, concluding Melbourne’s Christmas celebrations following Christmas Eve services across the city.Congregants are seen attending the Christmas Day Mass at Scots’ Church. The Scots’ Church in Melbourne holds its Christmas Day Mass as congregants gather to mark the birth of Jesus Christ. The service features prayers, hymns, and scripture readings, continuing the church’s long-standing Christmas tradition. Worshippers attend throughout the day in a solemn and reflective atmosphere, concluding Melbourne’s Christmas celebrations following Christmas Eve services across the city.Congregants are seen attending the Christmas Day Mass at Scots’ Church. The Scots’ Church in Melbourne holds its Christmas Day Mass as congregants gather to mark the birth of Jesus Christ. The service features prayers, hymns, and scripture readings, continuing the church’s long-standing Christmas tradition. Worshippers attend throughout the day in a solemn and reflective atmosphere, concluding Melbourne’s Christmas celebrations following Christmas Eve services across the city.
  • In Valparaíso, Chile, artisanal fishermen celebrate Christmas with Santa Claus on a boat in the port's bay, concluding the event by distributing gifts to children.

    Fishermen celebrate Christmas with Santa Claus on a boat in Valparaiso,Chile 24 Dec 2025. (11)
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    Santa Claus and his helpers seen sailing along the city's coast to greet children during a Christmas festival. In Valparaíso, Chile, artisanal fishermen celebrate Christmas with Santa Claus on a boat in the port's bay, concluding the event by distributing gifts to children.Santa Claus and his helpers seen sailing along the city's coast to greet children during a Christmas festival. In Valparaíso, Chile, artisanal fishermen celebrate Christmas with Santa Claus on a boat in the port's bay, concluding the event by distributing gifts to children.Santa Claus and his helpers seen sailing along the city's coast to greet children during a Christmas festival. In Valparaíso, Chile, artisanal fishermen celebrate Christmas with Santa Claus on a boat in the port's bay, concluding the event by distributing gifts to children.
  • Smithfield Market Christmas Eve Meat Auction (28)
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    A butcher parades a joint of meat during the annual Smithfield Market Christmas Eve auction. Members of the public attend the annual Smithfield Market Meat Auction, held every Christmas Eve, where suppliers, butchers, and porters auction surplus prime cuts of meat at reduced prices. The 900-year-old market, located in the City of London, faces an uncertain future as the site has been earmarked for redevelopment, with plans to relocate the market elsewhere in the city.A butcher parades a joint of meat during the annual Smithfield Market Christmas Eve auction. Members of the public attend the annual Smithfield Market Meat Auction, held every Christmas Eve, where suppliers, butchers, and porters auction surplus prime cuts of meat at reduced prices. The 900-year-old market, located in the City of London, faces an uncertain future as the site has been earmarked for redevelopment, with plans to relocate the market elsewhere in the city.A butcher parades a joint of meat during the annual Smithfield Market Christmas Eve auction. Members of the public attend the annual Smithfield Market Meat Auction, held every Christmas Eve, where suppliers, butchers, and porters auction surplus prime cuts of meat at reduced prices. The 900-year-old market, located in the City of London, faces an uncertain future as the site has been earmarked for redevelopment, with plans to relocate the market elsewhere in the city.
  • Year celebrations in the town of Ankawa

    Christmas and New Year preparations in Erbil, Iraq - 24 Dec 2025 (27)
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    People seen walking near a Christmas tree at Empire Complex in preparations of Christmas and New Year celebrations. Year celebrations in the town of Ankawa, Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.People seen walking near a Christmas tree at Empire Complex in preparations of Christmas and New Year celebrations. Year celebrations in the town of Ankawa, Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.People seen walking near a Christmas tree at Empire Complex in preparations of Christmas and New Year celebrations. Year celebrations in the town of Ankawa, Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.
  • Catholics living in Istanbul gathered for Christmas services.

    Catholics living in Istanbul gathered for Christmas services in Istanbul, Turkey 24 Dec 2025. (24)
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    A priest holds the image of baby Jesus seen during Christmas Mass at the Holy Spirit Catholic Cathedral, known as the Cathedral of Saint Esprit. Catholics living in Istanbul gathered to celebrate Christmas by attending church services, including Christmas Mass and reenactments of the birth of Jesus. The celebrations brought together local believers and members of the international community in prayer, hymns, and traditional rituals. These services highlighted the city’s religious diversity and the continued presence of Christian traditions in Istanbul.A priest holds the image of baby Jesus seen during Christmas Mass at the Holy Spirit Catholic Cathedral, known as the Cathedral of Saint Esprit. Catholics living in Istanbul gathered to celebrate Christmas by attending church services, including Christmas Mass and reenactments of the birth of Jesus. The celebrations brought together local believers and members of the international community in prayer, hymns, and traditional rituals. These services highlighted the city’s religious diversity and the continued presence of Christian traditions in Istanbul.A priest holds the image of baby Jesus seen during Christmas Mass at the Holy Spirit Catholic Cathedral, known as the Cathedral of Saint Esprit. Catholics living in Istanbul gathered to celebrate Christmas by attending church services, including Christmas Mass and reenactments of the birth of Jesus. The celebrations brought together local believers and members of the international community in prayer, hymns, and traditional rituals. These services highlighted the city’s religious diversity and the continued presence of Christian traditions in Istanbul.
  • Christmas celebration in Dhaka, Bangladesh - 24 Dec 2025

    Christmas celebration in Dhaka, Bangladesh - 24 Dec 2025 (14)
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    A view of the decorated and illuminated Holy Rosary Church in Tejgaon, Dhaka, as it celebrates Christmas Day.A view of the decorated and illuminated Holy Rosary Church in Tejgaon, Dhaka, as it celebrates Christmas Day.A view of the decorated and illuminated Holy Rosary Church in Tejgaon, Dhaka, as it celebrates Christmas Day.
  • Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed as a religious and cultural celebration among people around the world.

    Christmas Eve celebration in Lalitpur (14)
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    A little girl attends the Christmas Eve gathering to celebrate Christmas at Our Lady of Assumption Church, also known as Assumption Church. Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed as a religious and cultural celebration among people around the world.A little girl attends the Christmas Eve gathering to celebrate Christmas at Our Lady of Assumption Church, also known as Assumption Church. Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed as a religious and cultural celebration among people around the world.A little girl attends the Christmas Eve gathering to celebrate Christmas at Our Lady of Assumption Church, also known as Assumption Church. Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed as a religious and cultural celebration among people around the world.
  • Photo illustrations in Canada - 24 Dec 2025

    Photo illustrations in Canada - 24 Dec 2025 (20)
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    In this photo illustration, the PSA Airlines logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen.In this photo illustration, the PSA Airlines logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen.In this photo illustration, the PSA Airlines logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen.
  • Scots’ Church in Melbourne held its traditional midnight Christmas Eve service on December 24, 2025. Congregants gathered to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ through prayers, candlelight, and carols, maintaining a solemn yet festive atmosphere that is part of the church’s longstanding holiday tradition.

    Scots Church Midnight Christmas Eve service in Melbourne (18)
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    Rev. Justin Ang presides over the Christmas Eve midnight service at Scots’ Church. Scots’ Church in Melbourne held its traditional midnight Christmas Eve service on December 24, 2025. Congregants gathered to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ through prayers, candlelight, and carols, maintaining a solemn yet festive atmosphere that is part of the church’s longstanding holiday tradition.Rev. Justin Ang presides over the Christmas Eve midnight service at Scots’ Church. Scots’ Church in Melbourne held its traditional midnight Christmas Eve service on December 24, 2025. Congregants gathered to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ through prayers, candlelight, and carols, maintaining a solemn yet festive atmosphere that is part of the church’s longstanding holiday tradition.Rev. Justin Ang presides over the Christmas Eve midnight service at Scots’ Church. Scots’ Church in Melbourne held its traditional midnight Christmas Eve service on December 24, 2025. Congregants gathered to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ through prayers, candlelight, and carols, maintaining a solemn yet festive atmosphere that is part of the church’s longstanding holiday tradition.
  • Oily slicks on the sea surface in Odessa are the result of a vegetable oil spill in the port of Pivdenny, which was hit by Russian attacks a couple of days ago.A massive bird death was recorded after an oil spill on the Odessa coast.

    Vegetable oil spill in the water in Odessa (8)
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    People take photos near the New Year's tree on the promenade of Langeron Beach, where stains of vegetable oil are visible on water. In December 2025, a Russian missile strike on port facilities near Odessa caused a large spill of vegetable oil into the Black Sea, polluting the Langeron Beach and Otrada Beach promenade. The oil formed thick slicks on the water that blocked oxygen and proved deadly to seabirds, whose feathers became coated, causing them to lose warmth and the ability to float. Environmental teams are working to contain the spill as dead birds appeared along the coast, highlighting the environmental damage caused by the attack.People take photos near the New Year's tree on the promenade of Langeron Beach, where stains of vegetable oil are visible on water. In December 2025, a Russian missile strike on port facilities near Odessa caused a large spill of vegetable oil into the Black Sea, polluting the Langeron Beach and Otrada Beach promenade. The oil formed thick slicks on the water that blocked oxygen and proved deadly to seabirds, whose feathers became coated, causing them to lose warmth and the ability to float. Environmental teams are working to contain the spill as dead birds appeared along the coast, highlighting the environmental damage caused by the attack.People take photos near the New Year's tree on the promenade of Langeron Beach, where stains of vegetable oil are visible on water. In December 2025, a Russian missile strike on port facilities near Odessa caused a large spill of vegetable oil into the Black Sea, polluting the Langeron Beach and Otrada Beach promenade. The oil formed thick slicks on the water that blocked oxygen and proved deadly to seabirds, whose feathers became coated, causing them to lose warmth and the ability to float. Environmental teams are working to contain the spill as dead birds appeared along the coast, highlighting the environmental damage caused by the attack.
  • Christians gather at the Christian Gospel Church in Fuyang, China, on Christmas Eve.

    Christians gather at the Christian Gospel Church in Fuyang, China, on Christmas Eve. (7)
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    A crowd of attendees fills the pews, participating in Christmas Eve activities at Fuyang Yingzhou Christian Gospel Church.A crowd of attendees fills the pews, participating in Christmas Eve activities at Fuyang Yingzhou Christian Gospel Church.A crowd of attendees fills the pews, participating in Christmas Eve activities at Fuyang Yingzhou Christian Gospel Church.
  • Christians mark Christmas Eve in Kashmir, India

    Christians mark Christmas Eve in Kashmir, India  (9)
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    A child dressed in a Santa Claus costume rests outside Holy Family Catholic Church decorated with lights on Christmas Eve in Srinagar, Indian administered Kashmir. Christmas is celebrated across the world on December 25 to commemorate the birth of Jesus, the central figure of Christianity.A child dressed in a Santa Claus costume rests outside Holy Family Catholic Church decorated with lights on Christmas Eve in Srinagar, Indian administered Kashmir. Christmas is celebrated across the world on December 25 to commemorate the birth of Jesus, the central figure of Christianity.A child dressed in a Santa Claus costume rests outside Holy Family Catholic Church decorated with lights on Christmas Eve in Srinagar, Indian administered Kashmir. Christmas is celebrated across the world on December 25 to commemorate the birth of Jesus, the central figure of Christianity.
  • The Christmas walk Kalanda in Istanbul, Turkey - 24 Dec 2025

    The Christmas walk "Kalanda" in Istanbul, Turkey - 24 Dec 2025 (40)
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    People eat in the garden of the Church of the Holy Trinity after the Kalanda walk. Zografyon Greek High School Principal Yani Demircioglu held a kalanda walk with his students on December 24, 2025, as part of Christmas celebrations. Demircioglu, who played Christmas songs on the accordion, was accompanied by his students and the Greek Orthodox community. The event ended in the garden of the Aya Triada Church in Taksim. Kalanda or Kalanta is the Greek name given to the tradition of singing hymns on Christmas Eve.People eat in the garden of the Church of the Holy Trinity after the Kalanda walk. Zografyon Greek High School Principal Yani Demircioglu held a kalanda walk with his students on December 24, 2025, as part of Christmas celebrations. Demircioglu, who played Christmas songs on the accordion, was accompanied by his students and the Greek Orthodox community. The event ended in the garden of the Aya Triada Church in Taksim. Kalanda or Kalanta is the Greek name given to the tradition of singing hymns on Christmas Eve.People eat in the garden of the Church of the Holy Trinity after the Kalanda walk. Zografyon Greek High School Principal Yani Demircioglu held a kalanda walk with his students on December 24, 2025, as part of Christmas celebrations. Demircioglu, who played Christmas songs on the accordion, was accompanied by his students and the Greek Orthodox community. The event ended in the garden of the Aya Triada Church in Taksim. Kalanda or Kalanta is the Greek name given to the tradition of singing hymns on Christmas Eve.

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