End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

Participants dressed as “widows” take part in the traditional 'Desfile de Viudas' during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia. The parade symbolically marks the end of the festive year through satire, humor, and social criticism, with performers using theatrical costumes and irony to comment on political, social, and everyday issues, reinforcing the carnival’s transgressive spirit along the Colombia–Ecuador border. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

Participants dressed as “widows” take part in the traditional 'Desfile de Viudas' during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia. The parade symbolically marks the end of the festive year through satire, humor, and social criticism, with performers using theatrical costumes and irony to comment on political, social, and everyday issues, reinforcing the carnival’s transgressive spirit along the Colombia–Ecuador border. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

Participants dressed as “widows” take part in the traditional 'Desfile de Viudas' during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia. The parade symbolically marks the end of the festive year through satire, humor, and social criticism, with performers using theatrical costumes and irony to comment on political, social, and everyday issues, reinforcing the carnival’s transgressive spirit along the Colombia–Ecuador border. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

Participants dressed as “widows” take part in the traditional 'Desfile de Viudas' during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia. The parade symbolically marks the end of the festive year through satire, humor, and social criticism, with performers using theatrical costumes and irony to comment on political, social, and everyday issues, reinforcing the carnival’s transgressive spirit along the Colombia–Ecuador border. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

Participants dressed as “widows” take part in the traditional 'Desfile de Viudas' during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia. The parade symbolically marks the end of the festive year through satire, humor, and social criticism, with performers using theatrical costumes and irony to comment on political, social, and everyday issues, reinforcing the carnival’s transgressive spirit along the Colombia–Ecuador border. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

Participants dressed as “widows” take part in the traditional 'Desfile de Viudas' during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia. The parade symbolically marks the end of the festive year through satire, humor, and social criticism, with performers using theatrical costumes and irony to comment on political, social, and everyday issues, reinforcing the carnival’s transgressive spirit along the Colombia–Ecuador border. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

Participants dressed as “widows” take part in the traditional 'Desfile de Viudas' during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia. The parade symbolically marks the end of the festive year through satire, humor, and social criticism, with performers using theatrical costumes and irony to comment on political, social, and everyday issues, reinforcing the carnival’s transgressive spirit along the Colombia–Ecuador border. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

Participants dressed as “widows” take part in the traditional 'Desfile de Viudas' during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia. The parade symbolically marks the end of the festive year through satire, humor, and social criticism, with performers using theatrical costumes and irony to comment on political, social, and everyday issues, reinforcing the carnival’s transgressive spirit along the Colombia–Ecuador border. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

Participants dressed as “widows” take part in the traditional 'Desfile de Viudas' during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia. The parade symbolically marks the end of the festive year through satire, humor, and social criticism, with performers using theatrical costumes and irony to comment on political, social, and everyday issues, reinforcing the carnival’s transgressive spirit along the Colombia–Ecuador border. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

Participants dressed as “widows” take part in the traditional 'Desfile de Viudas' during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia. The parade symbolically marks the end of the festive year through satire, humor, and social criticism, with performers using theatrical costumes and irony to comment on political, social, and everyday issues, reinforcing the carnival’s transgressive spirit along the Colombia–Ecuador border. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

Participants dressed as “widows” take part in the traditional 'Desfile de Viudas' during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia. The parade symbolically marks the end of the festive year through satire, humor, and social criticism, with performers using theatrical costumes and irony to comment on political, social, and everyday issues, reinforcing the carnival’s transgressive spirit along the Colombia–Ecuador border. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

End of the year 'Desfile de Viudas' at the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia

Participants dressed as “widows” take part in the traditional 'Desfile de Viudas' during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia. The parade symbolically marks the end of the festive year through satire, humor, and social criticism, with performers using theatrical costumes and irony to comment on political, social, and everyday issues, reinforcing the carnival’s transgressive spirit along the Colombia–Ecuador border. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

US: Three-Alarm Fire Breaks Out at Historic Waterfront Building in Portland, Maine

A massive three-alarm fire broke out on Friday evening, December 26, at Custom House Wharf on the historic working waterfront in Portland, Maine. The cause of the fire and whether anyone has been injured were unknown as of writing.

US: Record Flooding Wreaks Havoc in Washington, Emergency Status Continues

Days of record-breaking flooding in western and central Washington caused widespread evacuations, emergency rescues, and major infrastructure damage. The state remains under a state of emergency, with evacuation orders still in place for tens of thousands of residents. Footage filmed on Thursday, December 11, shows flooding on Old Snohomish Monroe Road.

Atmosphere Around Louvres Museum Following Robbery - Paris

Atmosphere Around Louvres Museum Following Robbery - Paris

In front of the Louvre, journalists from around the world comment on the robbery of October 19, 2025 in Paris, France on October 27, 2025. Photo by Axelle de Russe/ABACAPRESS.COM

US: Flooding Reported at Disneyland Attraction Amid October Storm in Southern California

Flooding was reported at Autopia ride in the Anaheim Disneyland Resort as a powerful and rare October storm swept through Southern California on Tuesday, October 14. It tiggered multiple tornado watches and flash flood warnings for Los Angeles and Orange counties, including Disneyland and Universal Studios Hollywood.

Election ad by the Parempoolsed party

Election ad by the Parempoolsed party

Tartu, 24.09.2025. The Parempoolsed party has placed two overturned vans as a local election ad. Leader Lavly Perling says it's a comment on Estonia's economy being flipped. Photo: Kristjan Teedema/Tartu Postimees

Election ad by the Parempoolsed party

Election ad by the Parempoolsed party

Tartu, 24.09.2025. The Parempoolsed party has placed two overturned vans as a local election ad. Leader Lavly Perling says it's a comment on Estonia's economy being flipped. Photo: Kristjan Teedema/Tartu Postimees

Election ad by the Parempoolsed party

Election ad by the Parempoolsed party

Tartu, 24.09.2025. The Parempoolsed party has placed two overturned vans as a local election ad. Leader Lavly Perling says it's a comment on Estonia's economy being flipped. Photo: Kristjan Teedema/Tartu Postimees

Election ad by the Parempoolsed party

Election ad by the Parempoolsed party

Tartu, 24.09.2025. The Parempoolsed party has placed two overturned vans as a local election ad. Leader Lavly Perling says it's a comment on Estonia's economy being flipped. Photo: Kristjan Teedema/Tartu Postimees

Election ad by the Parempoolsed party

Election ad by the Parempoolsed party

23.09.2025. Tallinn The Parempoolsed party has placed two overturned vans in Tallinn as a local election ad. Leader Lavly Perling says it's a comment on Estonia's economy being flipped. Photo: Rasmus Rebase, Postimees

Election ad by the Parempoolsed party

Election ad by the Parempoolsed party

23.09.2025. Tallinn The Parempoolsed party has placed two overturned vans in Tallinn as a local election ad. Leader Lavly Perling says it's a comment on Estonia's economy being flipped. Photo: Rasmus Rebase, Postimees

Election ad by the Parempoolsed party

Election ad by the Parempoolsed party

23.09.2025. Tallinn The Parempoolsed party has placed two overturned vans in Tallinn as a local election ad. Leader Lavly Perling says it's a comment on Estonia's economy being flipped. Photo: Rasmus Rebase, Postimees

Illustration - Orleans

Illustration - Orleans

ORLEANS, OU L'ARMEE DE JEANNE D'ARC BATTIT LES ANGLAIS LE 8 MAI 1429 : A L'INTERIEUR DE LA CATHEDRALE SAINTE-CROIX, SERIE DE NEUF VITRAUX REALISES PAR EUGENE GRASSET ET REPRESENTANT L'EPOPEE DE JEANNE D'ARC. 7/ A COMPIEGNE, COMMENT Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

Illustration - Orleans

Illustration - Orleans

ORLEANS, OU L'ARMEE DE JEANNE D'ARC BATTIT LES ANGLAIS LE 8 MAI 1429 : A L'INTERIEUR DE LA CATHEDRALE SAINTE-CROIX, SERIE DE NEUF VITRAUX REALISES PAR EUGENE GRASSET ET REPRESENTANT L'EPOPEE DE JEANNE D'ARC. 4/ COMMENT Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

Illustration - Orleans

Illustration - Orleans

ORLEANS, OU L'ARMEE DE JEANNE D'ARC BATTIT LES ANGLAIS LE 8 MAI 1429 : A L'INTERIEUR DE LA CATHEDRALE SAINTE-CROIX, SERIE DE NEUF VITRAUX REALISES PAR EUGENE GRASSET ET REPRESENTANT L'EPOPEE DE JEANNE D'ARC. 1/ A DOMREMY, COMMENT Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

WEIBO

WEIBO

The comment robot showcased on Weibo booth at the 2025 WAIC in Shanghai, China on July 27, 2025.

WEIBO

WEIBO

The comment robot showcased on Weibo booth at the 2025 WAIC in Shanghai, China on July 27, 2025.

File - Norman Foster

File - Norman Foster

ARCHIVES AUGUST 2001 - ENGLAND. LONDON. BATTERSEA DISTRICT. SIR LORD NORMAN FOSTER AND HIS PROJECT DIRECTORS ALISTAIR LENCZNER AND MOUZHAN MAJIDI STUDY AND COMMENT ON PHOTOGRAPHS AND PLANS OF THE MILLAU VIADUCT Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

File - Norman Foster

File - Norman Foster

ARCHIVES AUGUST 2001 - ENGLAND. LONDON. BATTERSEA DISTRICT. SIR LORD NORMAN FOSTER AND HIS PROJECT DIRECTORS MOUZHAN MAJIDI AND ALISTAIR LENCZNER STUDY AND COMMENT ON THE MODEL OF THE MILLAU VIADUCT. IN THE BACKGROUND THE THAMES AND THE ALBERT BRIDGE Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

US: Dust Storm Sweeps Through Southeast Arizona Amid Thunderstorm Warnings

A dust storm swept through parts of southeastern Arizona on Sunday, July 13, amid severe thunderstorm warnings and intense winds.

UK: Roads Closed as ‘Extremely Serious’ Wildfires Rage in Scottish Highlands and Moray

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US: Conner Fire Prompts Evacuations, Power Outages in Nevada

The Conner Fire, a wildfire burning near Pine View Estates in Douglas County, Nevada, grew to 2,000 acres, forcing evacuations and cutting power to dozens of customers along Pinenut Road.

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A severe thunderstorm struck New York City on Thursday, June 19, bringing strong winds that uprooted trees and toppled power poles. The storm also caused flooding in streets and led to power outages in some areas.

US: Rowena Fire Forces Evacuations in Oregon, Emergency Act Issued 2

The Rowena Fire, a growing wildfire burning in Wasco County, Oregon, near the Columbia River Gorge and the border with Washington, destroyed multiple homes, forcing hundreds to evacuate while thousands were under evacuation advisories and warnings. Oregon Governor Tina Kotek issued an Emergency Conflagration Act on Wednesday, June 11.

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

Novak Djokovic was eliminated in the Roland Garros semifinals by Jannik Sinner and made a surprising comment about a possible retirement. In the post-match press conference, Djokovic made a startling revelation, suggesting this might have been his last appearance at Roland Garros. Novak Djokovic reacts during the men's singles semifinal match between Jannik Sinner of Italy and Novak Djokovic of Serbia at the French Open tennis tournament at Roland Garros, Paris, France, June 6, 2025. Photo by Li Jing/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

Novak Djokovic was eliminated in the Roland Garros semifinals by Jannik Sinner and made a surprising comment about a possible retirement. In the post-match press conference, Djokovic made a startling revelation, suggesting this might have been his last appearance at Roland Garros. Novak Djokovic serves during the men's singles semifinal match between Jannik Sinner of Italy and Novak Djokovic of Serbia at the French Open tennis tournament at Roland Garros, Paris, France, June 6, 2025. Photo by Li Jing/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

Novak Djokovic was eliminated in the Roland Garros semifinals by Jannik Sinner and made a surprising comment about a possible retirement. In the post-match press conference, Djokovic made a startling revelation, suggesting this might have been his last appearance at Roland Garros. Novak Djokovic reacts during the men's singles semifinal match between Jannik Sinner of Italy and Novak Djokovic of Serbia at the French Open tennis tournament at Roland Garros, Paris, France, June 6, 2025. Photo by Li Jing/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

Novak Djokovic was eliminated in the Roland Garros semifinals by Jannik Sinner and made a surprising comment about a possible retirement. In the post-match press conference, Djokovic made a startling revelation, suggesting this might have been his last appearance at Roland Garros. Novak Djokovic reacts during the men's singles semifinal match between Jannik Sinner of Italy and Novak Djokovic of Serbia at the French Open tennis tournament at Roland Garros, Paris, France, June 6, 2025. Photo by Li Jing/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

Novak Djokovic was eliminated in the Roland Garros semifinals by Jannik Sinner and made a surprising comment about a possible retirement. In the post-match press conference, Djokovic made a startling revelation, suggesting this might have been his last appearance at Roland Garros. Novak Djokovic reacts during the men's singles semifinal match between Jannik Sinner of Italy and Novak Djokovic of Serbia at the French Open tennis tournament at Roland Garros, Paris, France, June 6, 2025. Photo by Li Jing/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

Novak Djokovic was eliminated in the Roland Garros semifinals by Jannik Sinner and made a surprising comment about a possible retirement. In the post-match press conference, Djokovic made a startling revelation, suggesting this might have been his last appearance at Roland Garros. Novak Djokovic returns a shot during the men's singles semifinal match between Jannik Sinner of Italy and Novak Djokovic of Serbia at the French Open tennis tournament at Roland Garros, Paris, France, June 6, 2025. Photo by Li Jing/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

Novak Djokovic was eliminated in the Roland Garros semifinals by Jannik Sinner and made a surprising comment about a possible retirement. In the post-match press conference, Djokovic made a startling revelation, suggesting this might have been his last appearance at Roland Garros. Novak Djokovic reacts during the men's singles semifinal match between Jannik Sinner of Italy and Novak Djokovic of Serbia at the French Open tennis tournament at Roland Garros, Paris, France, June 6, 2025. Photo by Li Jing/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

Novak Djokovic was eliminated in the Roland Garros semifinals by Jannik Sinner and made a surprising comment about a possible retirement. In the post-match press conference, Djokovic made a startling revelation, suggesting this might have been his last appearance at Roland Garros. Novak Djokovic eyes on the ball during the men's singles semifinal match between Jannik Sinner of Italy and Novak Djokovic of Serbia at the French Open tennis tournament at Roland Garros, Paris, France, June 6, 2025. Photo by Li Jing/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

Novak Djokovic was eliminated in the Roland Garros semifinals by Jannik Sinner and made a surprising comment about a possible retirement. In the post-match press conference, Djokovic made a startling revelation, suggesting this might have been his last appearance at Roland Garros. Novak Djokovic reacts during the men's singles semifinal match between Jannik Sinner of Italy and Novak Djokovic of Serbia at the French Open tennis tournament at Roland Garros, Paris, France, June 6, 2025. Photo by Li Jing/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

Novak Djokovic was eliminated in the Roland Garros semifinals by Jannik Sinner and made a surprising comment about a possible retirement. In the post-match press conference, Djokovic made a startling revelation, suggesting this might have been his last appearance at Roland Garros. Novak Djokovic reacts during the men's singles semifinal match between Jannik Sinner of Italy and Novak Djokovic of Serbia at the French Open tennis tournament at Roland Garros, Paris, France, June 6, 2025. Photo by Li Jing/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

Novak Djokovic was eliminated in the Roland Garros semifinals by Jannik Sinner and made a surprising comment about a possible retirement. In the post-match press conference, Djokovic made a startling revelation, suggesting this might have been his last appearance at Roland Garros. Novak Djokovic returns a shot during the men's singles semifinal match between Jannik Sinner of Italy and Novak Djokovic of Serbia at the French Open tennis tournament at Roland Garros, Paris, France, June 6, 2025. Photo by Li Jing/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

French Open - Last Match For Novak Djokovic ?

Novak Djokovic was eliminated in the Roland Garros semifinals by Jannik Sinner and made a surprising comment about a possible retirement. In the post-match press conference, Djokovic made a startling revelation, suggesting this might have been his last appearance at Roland Garros. Novak Djokovic serves during the men's singles semifinal match between Jannik Sinner of Italy and Novak Djokovic of Serbia at the French Open tennis tournament at Roland Garros, Paris, France, June 6, 2025. Photo by Li Jing/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Japan farm minister meets media on rice comment

Japan farm minister meets media on rice comment

Japanese agriculture minister Taku Eto meets the press in Tokyo on May 19, 2025, following his controversial comments about receiving rice from supporters. During a speech the previous day, Eto said he has not needed to buy rice because supporters give it to him, a remark expected to draw criticism from households hit by rice shortages and surging prices.