17th Agogo International Dance Festival Opening Ceremony - Benin

17th Agogo International Dance Festival Opening Ceremony - Benin

A performer dressed as a traditional hunter participates in the opening ceremony of the 17th Agogo International Dance Festival, in Ouidah, Benin, on Jan. 16, 2026. The festival, featuring dancers and acrobats from around the world, runs until Jan. 18. (Photo by Seraphin Zounyekpe/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

17th Agogo International Dance Festival Opening Ceremony - Benin

17th Agogo International Dance Festival Opening Ceremony - Benin

A performer dressed as a traditional hunter participates in the opening ceremony of the 17th Agogo International Dance Festival, in Ouidah, Benin, on Jan. 16, 2026. The festival, featuring dancers and acrobats from around the world, runs until Jan. 18. (Photo by Seraphin Zounyekpe/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

Renowned Japanese TV personality Hiroshi Kume dies at 81

Renowned Japanese TV personality Hiroshi Kume dies at 81

Renowned Japanese TV personality Hiroshi Kume (C), known for hosting "The Best Ten" music show between 1978 and 1985, and anchoring the "News Station" news show between 1985 and 2004, receives "the best dressed eyes" award in Tokyo on Oct. 18, 2004. Kume died of lung cancer on Jan. 1, 2026, aged 81.

[Breaking News]New Year's traditional card game ceremony in Kyoto

KYOTO, Japan, Jan. 3 Kyodo - Women dressed in traditional attire from ancient Heian period play karuta traditional card game in a New Year's ceremony at Yasaka shrine in Kyoto on Jan. 3, 2026.

New Year's traditional card game ceremony in Kyoto

New Year's traditional card game ceremony in Kyoto

Women dressed in traditional attire from ancient Heian period play karuta traditional card game in a New Year's ceremony at Yasaka shrine in Kyoto on Jan. 3, 2026. ==Kyodo

New Year's traditional card game ceremony in Kyoto

New Year's traditional card game ceremony in Kyoto

Women dressed in traditional attire from ancient Heian period play karuta traditional card game in a New Year's ceremony at Yasaka shrine in Kyoto on Jan. 3, 2026. ==Kyodo

New Year's traditional card game ceremony in Kyoto

New Year's traditional card game ceremony in Kyoto

Women dressed in traditional attire from ancient Heian period play karuta traditional card game in a New Year's ceremony at Yasaka shrine in Kyoto on Jan. 3, 2026. ==Kyodo

New Year Celebrations in Gaza

New Year Celebrations in Gaza

A young Palestinian man dressed as Santa Claus distributes sweets to displaced children ahead of the New Year at a temporary shelter in the Sheikh Radwan neighborhood, northwest of Gaza City, on on December31, 2025. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

New Year Celebrations in Gaza

New Year Celebrations in Gaza

A young Palestinian man dressed as Santa Claus distributes sweets to displaced children ahead of the New Year at a temporary shelter in the Sheikh Radwan neighborhood, northwest of Gaza City, on on December31, 2025. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

New Year Celebrations in Gaza

New Year Celebrations in Gaza

A young Palestinian man dressed as Santa Claus distributes sweets to displaced children ahead of the New Year at a temporary shelter in the Sheikh Radwan neighborhood, northwest of Gaza City, on on December31, 2025. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

New Year Celebrations in Gaza

New Year Celebrations in Gaza

A young Palestinian man dressed as Santa Claus distributes sweets to displaced children ahead of the New Year at a temporary shelter in the Sheikh Radwan neighborhood, northwest of Gaza City, on on December31, 2025. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

New Year Celebrations in Gaza

New Year Celebrations in Gaza

A young Palestinian man dressed as Santa Claus distributes sweets to displaced children ahead of the New Year at a temporary shelter in the Sheikh Radwan neighborhood, northwest of Gaza City, on on December31, 2025. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

New Year Celebrations in Gaza

New Year Celebrations in Gaza

A young Palestinian man dressed as Santa Claus distributes sweets to displaced children ahead of the New Year at a temporary shelter in the Sheikh Radwan neighborhood, northwest of Gaza City, on on December31, 2025. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

New Year Celebrations in Gaza

New Year Celebrations in Gaza

A young Palestinian man dressed as Santa Claus distributes sweets to displaced children ahead of the New Year at a temporary shelter in the Sheikh Radwan neighborhood, northwest of Gaza City, on on December31, 2025. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

New Year Celebrations in Gaza

New Year Celebrations in Gaza

A young Palestinian man dressed as Santa Claus distributes sweets to displaced children ahead of the New Year at a temporary shelter in the Sheikh Radwan neighborhood, northwest of Gaza City, on on December31, 2025. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad /Xinhua/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

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

Skiing Enthusiasts

Skiing Enthusiasts

Skiing enthusiasts dressed in "cross dressing" glide on the ski slopes, Hinggan League, Inner Mongolia, China, December 31, 2025.

Skiing Enthusiasts

Skiing Enthusiasts

Skiing enthusiasts dressed in "cross dressing" glide on the ski slopes, Hinggan League, Inner Mongolia, China, December 31, 2025.

Skiing Enthusiasts

Skiing Enthusiasts

Skiing enthusiasts dressed in "cross dressing" glide on the ski slopes, Hinggan League, Inner Mongolia, China, December 31, 2025.

Skiing Enthusiasts

Skiing Enthusiasts

Skiing enthusiasts dressed in cartoon costumes of the Chinese zodiac sign glide on the ski slopes, Hinggan League, Inner Mongolia, China, December 31, 2025.

Skiing Enthusiasts

Skiing Enthusiasts

Skiing enthusiasts dressed in "cross dressing" glide on the ski slopes, Hinggan League, Inner Mongolia, China, December 31, 2025.

Skiing Enthusiasts

Skiing Enthusiasts

Skiing enthusiasts dressed in cartoon costumes of the Chinese zodiac sign glide on the ski slopes, Hinggan League, Inner Mongolia, China, December 31, 2025.

Biker Papanoelada in Vigo - Spain

Biker Papanoelada in Vigo - Spain

Dozens of people during the celebration of a biker papanoelada, on December 27, 2025, in Vigo, Pontevedra, Galicia (Spain). The papanoelada, which is expected to draw a record number of participants, will consist of several bikers dressed as Santa Claus riding through the center of the city. Photo by Adrian Irago/Europa Press /ABACAPRESS.COM

Biker Papanoelada in Vigo - Spain

Biker Papanoelada in Vigo - Spain

A person dressed as Santa Claus during the celebration of a biker papanoelada, on December 27, 2025, in Vigo, Pontevedra, Galicia (Spain). The biker papanoelada, which is expected to attract record participation, will consist of several bikers dressed as Santa Claus riding through the center of the city. Photo by Adrian Irago/Europa Press /ABACAPRESS.COM

Biker Papanoelada in Vigo - Spain

Biker Papanoelada in Vigo - Spain

Dozens of people during the celebration of a biker papanoelada, on December 27, 2025, in Vigo, Pontevedra, Galicia (Spain). The papanoelada, which is expected to draw a record number of participants, will consist of several bikers dressed as Santa Claus riding through the center of the city. Photo by Adrian Irago/Europa Press /ABACAPRESS.COM

Biker Papanoelada in Vigo - Spain

Biker Papanoelada in Vigo - Spain

Dozens of people during the celebration of a biker papanoelada, on December 27, 2025, in Vigo, Pontevedra, Galicia (Spain). The papanoelada, which is expected to draw a record number of participants, will consist of several bikers dressed as Santa Claus riding through the center of the city. Photo by Adrian Irago/Europa Press /ABACAPRESS.COM

Biker Papanoelada in Vigo - Spain

Biker Papanoelada in Vigo - Spain

Dozens of people during the celebration of a biker papanoelada, on December 27, 2025, in Vigo, Pontevedra, Galicia (Spain). The papanoelada, which is expected to draw a record number of participants, will consist of several bikers dressed as Santa Claus riding through the center of the city. Photo by Adrian Irago/Europa Press /ABACAPRESS.COM

Biker Papanoelada in Vigo - Spain

Biker Papanoelada in Vigo - Spain

Dozens of people during the celebration of a biker papanoelada, on December 27, 2025, in Vigo, Pontevedra, Galicia (Spain). The papanoelada, which is expected to draw a record number of participants, will consist of several bikers dressed as Santa Claus riding through the center of the city. Photo by Adrian Irago/Europa Press /ABACAPRESS.COM

Biker Papanoelada in Vigo - Spain

Biker Papanoelada in Vigo - Spain

A person dressed as Santa Claus during the celebration of a biker papanoelada, on December 27, 2025, in Vigo, Pontevedra, Galicia (Spain). The biker papanoelada, which is expected to attract record participation, will consist of several bikers dressed as Santa Claus riding through the center of the city. Photo by Adrian Irago/Europa Press /ABACAPRESS.COM

Biker Papanoelada in Vigo - Spain

Biker Papanoelada in Vigo - Spain

Dozens of people during the celebration of a biker papanoelada, on December 27, 2025, in Vigo, Pontevedra, Galicia (Spain). The papanoelada, which is expected to draw a record number of participants, will consist of several bikers dressed as Santa Claus riding through the center of the city. Photo by Adrian Irago/Europa Press /ABACAPRESS.COM

Extreme Cold Ice Floating

Extreme Cold Ice Floating

ERGUN, CHINA - DECEMBER 24, 2025 - Tourists dressed in professional cold resistant clothing float in the minus 40 degrees Celsius glacier of the Erguna section of the Jirbugan River preparing to experience "ice floating" in Ergun City, Hulunbuir City, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China on December 24, 2025.

Extreme Cold Ice Floating

Extreme Cold Ice Floating

ERGUN, CHINA - DECEMBER 24, 2025 - Tourists dressed in professional cold resistant clothing float in the minus 40 degrees Celsius glacier of the Erguna section of the Jirbugan River preparing to experience "ice floating" in Ergun City, Hulunbuir City, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China on December 24, 2025.

Papanoelada Surfera Event In Nigran - Spain

Papanoelada Surfera Event In Nigran - Spain

People dressed up with Santa Claus hats surf during the Papanoelada Surfera, at Patos beach, on December 23, 2025, in Nigrán, Pontevedra, Galicia (Spain). The beach of Patos hosts the Papanoelada Surfera, promoted by the Association of Surf Schools of Patos and the Council of Nigrán, to congratulate the holidays and welcome Christmas. The initiative collaborates with a solidarity cause, as participants must deliver a kilo of food, and the proceeds will be donated to the Food Bank of Nigrán. Photo by Adrián Irago / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Papanoelada Surfera Event In Nigran - Spain

Papanoelada Surfera Event In Nigran - Spain

People dressed up with Santa Claus hats surf during the Papanoelada Surfera, at Patos beach, on December 23, 2025, in Nigrán, Pontevedra, Galicia (Spain). The beach of Patos hosts the Papanoelada Surfera, promoted by the Association of Surf Schools of Patos and the Council of Nigrán, to congratulate the holidays and welcome Christmas. The initiative collaborates with a solidarity cause, as participants must deliver a kilo of food, and the proceeds will be donated to the Food Bank of Nigrán. Photo by Adrián Irago / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Papanoelada Surfera Event In Nigran - Spain

Papanoelada Surfera Event In Nigran - Spain

People dressed up with Santa Claus hats surf during the Papanoelada Surfera, at Patos beach, on December 23, 2025, in Nigrán, Pontevedra, Galicia (Spain). The beach of Patos hosts the Papanoelada Surfera, promoted by the Association of Surf Schools of Patos and the Council of Nigrán, to congratulate the holidays and welcome Christmas. The initiative collaborates with a solidarity cause, as participants must deliver a kilo of food, and the proceeds will be donated to the Food Bank of Nigrán. Photo by Adrián Irago / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Papanoelada Surfera Event In Nigran - Spain

Papanoelada Surfera Event In Nigran - Spain

People dressed up with Santa Claus hats surf during the Papanoelada Surfera, at Patos beach, on December 23, 2025, in Nigrán, Pontevedra, Galicia (Spain). The beach of Patos hosts the Papanoelada Surfera, promoted by the Association of Surf Schools of Patos and the Council of Nigrán, to congratulate the holidays and welcome Christmas. The initiative collaborates with a solidarity cause, as participants must deliver a kilo of food, and the proceeds will be donated to the Food Bank of Nigrán. Photo by Adrián Irago / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Papanoelada Surfera Event In Nigran - Spain

Papanoelada Surfera Event In Nigran - Spain

A person dressed as The Grinch surfs during the Papanoelada Surfera, at Patos beach, on December 23, 2025, in Nigrán, Pontevedra, Galicia (Spain). The beach of Patos hosts the Papanoelada Surfera, promoted by the Association of Surf Schools of Patos and the Council of Nigrán, to congratulate the holidays and welcome Christmas. The initiative collaborates with a solidarity cause, as participants must deliver a kilo of food, and the proceeds will be donated to the Food Bank of Nigrán. Photo by Adrián Irago / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Papanoelada Surfera Event In Nigran - Spain

Papanoelada Surfera Event In Nigran - Spain

People dressed up with Santa Claus hats surf during the Papanoelada Surfera, at Patos beach, on December 23, 2025, in Nigrán, Pontevedra, Galicia (Spain). The beach of Patos hosts the Papanoelada Surfera, promoted by the Association of Surf Schools of Patos and the Council of Nigrán, to congratulate the holidays and welcome Christmas. The initiative collaborates with a solidarity cause, as participants must deliver a kilo of food, and the proceeds will be donated to the Food Bank of Nigrán. Photo by Adrián Irago / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

Papanoelada Surfera Event In Nigran - Spain

Papanoelada Surfera Event In Nigran - Spain

People dressed up with Santa Claus hats surf during the Papanoelada Surfera, at Patos beach, on December 23, 2025, in Nigrán, Pontevedra, Galicia (Spain). The beach of Patos hosts the Papanoelada Surfera, promoted by the Association of Surf Schools of Patos and the Council of Nigrán, to congratulate the holidays and welcome Christmas. The initiative collaborates with a solidarity cause, as participants must deliver a kilo of food, and the proceeds will be donated to the Food Bank of Nigrán. Photo by Adrián Irago / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM