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China: Young Girl Accidentally Causes Glass Door to Burst Apart While Opening it

On March 4, 2026, in Luoyang, Henan, China, surveillance footage captured the moment a young girl accidentally shattered a glass door while pushing it open, causing the panel to instantly burst apart. The family confirmed that the girl was fortunately not injured in the incident.

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China: Zoo Monkey Gifts Apple Slices to Woman After She Strokes its Hand

On March 7, 2026, at a zoo in Inner Mongolia, northern China, a video captured a woman holding and gently stroking a monkey's hand through a hole in a glass barrier. The monkey appeared relaxed and seemed to enjoy the contact, before suddenly turning and running away. A short while later, it returned carrying two pieces of apple and passed them through the hole to the woman, who appeared delighted by the unexpected gesture.

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LDP No. 2 Aso meets with U.S. envoy Glass

Taro Aso (L), deputy president of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party, and U.S. Ambassador to Japan George Glass (R) are pictured at the LDP headquarters in Tokyo on March 12, 2026, following their meeting ahead of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's visit to the United States later March for talks with President Donald Trump.

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U.S. envoy Glass to meet Japan PM Takaichi

U.S. Ambassador to Japan George Glass (far R) visits the Japanese prime minister's office in Tokyo on March 10, 2026, to meet with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

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China: Panda Rolls and Tumbles Playfully at Zhejiang Zoo

On October 4, 2025, in Ningbo, located in eastern China’s Zhejiang province, a delightful video was filmed at the city’s wildlife park showing a chubby giant panda in action. The panda ran around the enclosure, repeatedly tumbling and rolling across the ground before climbing up to paw at the glass wall curiously. Visitors nearby laughed as the panda pressed its round face against the glass, appearing to interact with them. Its clumsy but endearing movements reminded many Chinese viewers of scenes from the movie Kung Fu Panda.

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US: Vehicle Smashes Through Delta Check-in Counter at Detroit Metro Airport

A vehicle crashed through glass entrance doors and hit a check-in counter at Detroit Metro Airport's McNamara Terminal on Friday, January 23, injuring six people. Authorities said the driver was in custody, though the cause of the crash remained unknown as the investigation continued.

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Mosaic Portrait of Pope Leo XIV for St. Paul Outside the Walls Basilica - Vatican

In keeping with tradition, the Vatican Mosaic Studio shows the mosaic portrait of Pope Leo XIV destined for the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls (Rome) on January 14, 2026, Vatican. In accordance with the ancient tradition that accompanies the election of every Pope, just over eight months after the election of Pope Leo XIV, the Vatican Mosaic has completed the mosaic portrait destined for the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls in Rome. The mosaic roundel, with a diameter of 137 centimeters, was created using glass enamels and gold on a metal structure at the studio of the Fabric of Saint Peter. The work will be installed in the space next to the portrait of Pope Francis, in the right nave of the Basilica, at a height of approximately 13 meters. Photo by (EV) Simone Risoluti/ Vatican Media /ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mosaic Portrait of Pope Leo XIV for St. Paul Outside the Walls Basilica - Vatican

In keeping with tradition, the Vatican Mosaic Studio shows the mosaic portrait of Pope Leo XIV destined for the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls (Rome) on January 14, 2026, Vatican. In accordance with the ancient tradition that accompanies the election of every Pope, just over eight months after the election of Pope Leo XIV, the Vatican Mosaic has completed the mosaic portrait destined for the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls in Rome. The mosaic roundel, with a diameter of 137 centimeters, was created using glass enamels and gold on a metal structure at the studio of the Fabric of Saint Peter. The work will be installed in the space next to the portrait of Pope Francis, in the right nave of the Basilica, at a height of approximately 13 meters. Photo by (EV) Simone Risoluti/ Vatican Media /ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mosaic Portrait of Pope Leo XIV for St. Paul Outside the Walls Basilica - Vatican

In keeping with tradition, the Vatican Mosaic Studio shows the mosaic portrait of Pope Leo XIV destined for the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls (Rome) on January 14, 2026, Vatican. In accordance with the ancient tradition that accompanies the election of every Pope, just over eight months after the election of Pope Leo XIV, the Vatican Mosaic has completed the mosaic portrait destined for the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls in Rome. The mosaic roundel, with a diameter of 137 centimeters, was created using glass enamels and gold on a metal structure at the studio of the Fabric of Saint Peter. The work will be installed in the space next to the portrait of Pope Francis, in the right nave of the Basilica, at a height of approximately 13 meters. Photo by (EV) Simone Risoluti/ Vatican Media /ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mosaic Portrait of Pope Leo XIV for St. Paul Outside the Walls Basilica - Vatican

In keeping with tradition, the Vatican Mosaic Studio shows the mosaic portrait of Pope Leo XIV destined for the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls (Rome) on January 14, 2026, Vatican. In accordance with the ancient tradition that accompanies the election of every Pope, just over eight months after the election of Pope Leo XIV, the Vatican Mosaic has completed the mosaic portrait destined for the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls in Rome. The mosaic roundel, with a diameter of 137 centimeters, was created using glass enamels and gold on a metal structure at the studio of the Fabric of Saint Peter. The work will be installed in the space next to the portrait of Pope Francis, in the right nave of the Basilica, at a height of approximately 13 meters. Photo by (EV) Simone Risoluti/ Vatican Media /ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mosaic Portrait of Pope Leo XIV for St. Paul Outside the Walls Basilica - Vatican

In keeping with tradition, the Vatican Mosaic Studio shows the mosaic portrait of Pope Leo XIV destined for the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls (Rome) on January 14, 2026, Vatican. In accordance with the ancient tradition that accompanies the election of every Pope, just over eight months after the election of Pope Leo XIV, the Vatican Mosaic has completed the mosaic portrait destined for the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls in Rome. The mosaic roundel, with a diameter of 137 centimeters, was created using glass enamels and gold on a metal structure at the studio of the Fabric of Saint Peter. The work will be installed in the space next to the portrait of Pope Francis, in the right nave of the Basilica, at a height of approximately 13 meters. Photo by (EV) Simone Risoluti/ Vatican Media /ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mosaic Portrait of Pope Leo XIV for St. Paul Outside the Walls Basilica - Vatican

In keeping with tradition, the Vatican Mosaic Studio shows the mosaic portrait of Pope Leo XIV destined for the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls (Rome) on January 14, 2026, Vatican. In accordance with the ancient tradition that accompanies the election of every Pope, just over eight months after the election of Pope Leo XIV, the Vatican Mosaic has completed the mosaic portrait destined for the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls in Rome. The mosaic roundel, with a diameter of 137 centimeters, was created using glass enamels and gold on a metal structure at the studio of the Fabric of Saint Peter. The work will be installed in the space next to the portrait of Pope Francis, in the right nave of the Basilica, at a height of approximately 13 meters. Photo by (EV) Simone Risoluti/ Vatican Media /ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Claire Tabouret

FRANCE. PARIS (75) GRAND PALAIS. EXHIBITION ENTITLED ?D'UN SEUL SOUFFLE? (IN A SINGLE BREATH) BY CLAIRE TABOURET, FEATURING THE SIX STAINED GLASS WINDOW DESIGNS THAT WILL ADORN SIX CHAPELS ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE NAVE OF NOTRE DAME CATHEDRAL IN PARIS AT THE END OF 2026: FROM LEFT TO RIGHT, THE WINDOWS OF THE CHAPELS OF SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL, SAINTE GENEVIEVE, SAINT DENYS, AND SAINT PAUL CHEN. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only Paris/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Claire Tabouret

FRANCE. PARIS (75) GRAND PALAIS. EXHIBITION ENTITLED ?D'UN SEUL SOUFFLE? (IN A SINGLE BREATH) BY CLAIRE TABOURET, FEATURING SIX STAINED GLASS WINDOW DESIGNS THAT WILL ADORN SIX CHAPELS ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE NAVE OF NOTRE DAME CATHEDRAL IN PARIS BY THE END OF 2026. WINDOW OF THE SAINT PAUL CHEN CHAPEL. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only Paris/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Stained glass-made armor in Japan

A stained glass Japanese suit of armor is displayed at the Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel in Nagoya, central Japan, on Jan. 7, 2026. The 2-meter tall artwork, created by Japanese artist Yoji Uchiyama, was recognized by Guinness World Records in April 2025 as "the largest stained glass sculpture of a samurai armor."

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Stained glass-made armor in Japan

A stained glass Japanese suit of armor is displayed at the Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel in Nagoya, central Japan, on Jan. 7, 2026. The 2-meter tall artwork, created by Japanese artist Yoji Uchiyama, was recognized by Guinness World Records in April 2025 as "the largest stained glass sculpture of a samurai armor."

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Stained glass-made armor in Japan

A stained glass Japanese suit of armor is displayed at the Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel in Nagoya, central Japan, on Jan. 7, 2026. The 2-meter tall artwork, created by Japanese artist Yoji Uchiyama, was recognized by Guinness World Records in April 2025 as "the largest stained glass sculpture of a samurai armor."

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Currency Trading Begins In Idlib - Syria

An employee arranges newly issued Syrian banknotes on a counter while customers stand behind a glass barrier at a currency exchange office in Idlib, Syria, on January 4, 2026. Exchange offices have begun replacing old banknotes with a new monetary issue following an announcement by the Central Bank of Syria. Photo by Omar Albaw/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Currency Trading Begins In Idlib - Syria

An employee counts newly issued Syrian banknotes while customers stand behind a glass barrier at a currency exchange office in Idlib, Syria, on January 4, 2026. Exchange offices have begun replacing old banknotes with a new monetary issue following an announcement by the Central Bank of Syria. Photo by Omar Albaw/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath of strong quake in northeastern Japan

HACHINOHE, Japan, Dec. 9 Kyodo - Workers remove broken glass from a restaurant in Hachinohe in Aomori Prefecture, northeastern Japan, on Dec. 9, 2025, following a strong earthquake the previous night. (Kyodo)

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Cluny Abbey - France

FRANCE. BURGUNDY. SAONE-ET-LOIRE (71) CLUNY. CHAPEL OF JEAN DE BOURBON AT CLUNY ABBEY. THE GOTHIC INTERIOR OF THIS CHAPEL REVEALS MEDIEVAL RELIGIOUS ARCHITECTURE WITH ITS SOARING VAULTS, COLUMNS AND STAINED-GLASS WINDOWS CHARACTERISTIC OF CLUNIAC HERITAGE. Photo by Vincent Schneider/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Glass Bridge

DAZHOU, CHINA - Glass bridge surrounded by fog at Bashan Grand Canyon Scenic Area in Dazhou City, Sichuan Province, China on December 20, 2025. It is reported that this glass bridge rock anchor has a main span of 680 meters and a drop of 380 meters, ranking first in the world in terms of span and drop scale. Standing on the bridge, you can experience the beautiful scenery of the canyon in the sky from 360 degrees.

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Glass Bridge

DAZHOU, CHINA - Glass bridge surrounded by fog at Bashan Grand Canyon Scenic Area in Dazhou City, Sichuan Province, China on December 20, 2025. It is reported that this glass bridge rock anchor has a main span of 680 meters and a drop of 380 meters, ranking first in the world in terms of span and drop scale. Standing on the bridge, you can experience the beautiful scenery of the canyon in the sky from 360 degrees.

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Glass Bridge

DAZHOU, CHINA - Glass bridge surrounded by fog at Bashan Grand Canyon Scenic Area in Dazhou City, Sichuan Province, China on December 20, 2025. It is reported that this glass bridge rock anchor has a main span of 680 meters and a drop of 380 meters, ranking first in the world in terms of span and drop scale. Standing on the bridge, you can experience the beautiful scenery of the canyon in the sky from 360 degrees.

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Glass Bridge

DAZHOU, CHINA - Glass bridge surrounded by fog at Bashan Grand Canyon Scenic Area in Dazhou City, Sichuan Province, China on December 20, 2025. It is reported that this glass bridge rock anchor has a main span of 680 meters and a drop of 380 meters, ranking first in the world in terms of span and drop scale. Standing on the bridge, you can experience the beautiful scenery of the canyon in the sky from 360 degrees.

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Glass Bridge

DAZHOU, CHINA - Glass bridge surrounded by fog at Bashan Grand Canyon Scenic Area in Dazhou City, Sichuan Province, China on December 20, 2025. It is reported that this glass bridge rock anchor has a main span of 680 meters and a drop of 380 meters, ranking first in the world in terms of span and drop scale. Standing on the bridge, you can experience the beautiful scenery of the canyon in the sky from 360 degrees.

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Illustration of Prague

Stained glass windows of St. Vitus Cathedral in Prague Prague, Czech Republic. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration of Prague

Stained glass windows of St. Vitus Cathedral in Prague Prague, Czech Republic. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration of Prague

Stained glass windows of St. Vitus Cathedral in Prague Prague, Czech Republic. Photo by Denis Prezat/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Christmas Glass Spheres - Mexico

Workers at the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' decorating glass bubbles as part of the manufacturing process for traditional christmas glass spheres to decorate Christmas trees. Francisco Tirado Saavedra and Lucila Lozada Hernandez founded the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' more than 33 years ago; it is one of the largest factories in the country, producing 12,000 christmas spheres per day. on December 9, 2025 in Chignahuapan, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Tischler/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Christmas Glass Spheres - Mexico

The Grinch glass spheres are seen at the store 'El Castillo de la Esfera' during the christmas season. Francisco Tirado Saavedra and Lucila Lozada Hernandez founded the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' more than 33 years ago; it is one of the largest factories in the country, producing 12,000 christmas spheres per day. on December 9, 2025 in Chignahuapan, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Tischler/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Christmas Glass Spheres - Mexico

Workers at the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' making blown glass spheres as part of the manufacturing process for traditional christmas glass spheres to decorate Christmas trees. Francisco Tirado Saavedra and Lucila Lozada Hernandez founded the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' more than 33 years ago; it is one of the largest factories in the country, producing 12,000 christmas spheres per day. on December 9, 2025 in Chignahuapan, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Tischler/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Christmas Glass Spheres - Mexico

Workers at the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' making blown glass spheres as part of the manufacturing process for traditional christmas glass spheres to decorate Christmas trees. Francisco Tirado Saavedra and Lucila Lozada Hernandez founded the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' more than 33 years ago; it is one of the largest factories in the country, producing 12,000 christmas spheres per day. on December 9, 2025 in Chignahuapan, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Tischler/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Christmas Glass Spheres - Mexico

The Grinch glass spheres are seen at the store 'El Castillo de la Esfera' during the christmas season. Francisco Tirado Saavedra and Lucila Lozada Hernandez founded the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' more than 33 years ago; it is one of the largest factories in the country, producing 12,000 christmas spheres per day. on December 9, 2025 in Chignahuapan, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Tischler/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Christmas Glass Spheres - Mexico

Workers at the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' decorating glass bubbles as part of the manufacturing process for traditional christmas glass spheres to decorate Christmas trees. Francisco Tirado Saavedra and Lucila Lozada Hernandez founded the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' more than 33 years ago; it is one of the largest factories in the country, producing 12,000 christmas spheres per day. on December 9, 2025 in Chignahuapan, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Tischler/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Christmas Glass Spheres - Mexico

People visit the store 'El Castillo de la Esfera' to shop ornaments during the christmas season. Francisco Tirado Saavedra and Lucila Lozada Hernandez founded the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' more than 33 years ago; it is one of the largest factories in the country, producing 12,000 christmas spheres per day. on December 9, 2025 in Chignahuapan, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Tischler/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Christmas Glass Spheres - Mexico

The Grinch glass spheres are seen at the store 'El Castillo de la Esfera' during the christmas season. Francisco Tirado Saavedra and Lucila Lozada Hernandez founded the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' more than 33 years ago; it is one of the largest factories in the country, producing 12,000 christmas spheres per day. on December 9, 2025 in Chignahuapan, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Tischler/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Christmas Glass Spheres - Mexico

People visit the store 'El Castillo de la Esfera' to shop ornaments during the christmas season. Francisco Tirado Saavedra and Lucila Lozada Hernandez founded the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' more than 33 years ago; it is one of the largest factories in the country, producing 12,000 christmas spheres per day. on December 9, 2025 in Chignahuapan, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Tischler/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Christmas Glass Spheres - Mexico

People visit the store 'El Castillo de la Esfera' to shop ornaments during the christmas season. Francisco Tirado Saavedra and Lucila Lozada Hernandez founded the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' more than 33 years ago; it is one of the largest factories in the country, producing 12,000 christmas spheres per day. on December 9, 2025 in Chignahuapan, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Tischler/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Christmas Glass Spheres - Mexico

A worker at the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' making blown glass spheres as part of the manufacturing process for traditional christmas glass spheres to decorate Christmas trees. Francisco Tirado Saavedra and Lucila Lozada Hernandez founded the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' more than 33 years ago; it is one of the largest factories in the country, producing 12,000 christmas spheres per day. on December 9, 2025 in Chignahuapan, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Tischler/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Christmas Glass Spheres - Mexico

People visit the store 'El Castillo de la Esfera' to shop ornaments during the christmas season. Francisco Tirado Saavedra and Lucila Lozada Hernandez founded the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' more than 33 years ago; it is one of the largest factories in the country, producing 12,000 christmas spheres per day. on December 9, 2025 in Chignahuapan, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Tischler/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Christmas Glass Spheres - Mexico

People visit the store 'El Castillo de la Esfera' to shop ornaments during the christmas season. Francisco Tirado Saavedra and Lucila Lozada Hernandez founded the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' more than 33 years ago; it is one of the largest factories in the country, producing 12,000 christmas spheres per day. on December 9, 2025 in Chignahuapan, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Tischler/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Christmas Glass Spheres - Mexico

Pihata glass spheres are seen at the store 'El Castillo de la Esfera' during the christmas season. Francisco Tirado Saavedra and Lucila Lozada Hernandez founded the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' more than 33 years ago; it is one of the largest factories in the country, producing 12,000 christmas spheres per day. on December 9, 2025 in Chignahuapan, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Tischler/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Christmas Glass Spheres - Mexico

People visit the store 'El Castillo de la Esfera' to shop ornaments during the christmas season. Francisco Tirado Saavedra and Lucila Lozada Hernandez founded the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' more than 33 years ago; it is one of the largest factories in the country, producing 12,000 christmas spheres per day. on December 9, 2025 in Chignahuapan, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Tischler/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Christmas Glass Spheres - Mexico

People visit the store 'El Castillo de la Esfera' to shop ornaments during the christmas season. Francisco Tirado Saavedra and Lucila Lozada Hernandez founded the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' more than 33 years ago; it is one of the largest factories in the country, producing 12,000 christmas spheres per day. on December 9, 2025 in Chignahuapan, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Tischler/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Christmas Glass Spheres - Mexico

People visit the store 'El Castillo de la Esfera' to shop ornaments during the christmas season. Francisco Tirado Saavedra and Lucila Lozada Hernandez founded the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' more than 33 years ago; it is one of the largest factories in the country, producing 12,000 christmas spheres per day. on December 9, 2025 in Chignahuapan, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Tischler/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Christmas Glass Spheres - Mexico

Christmas glass spheres are seen at the store 'El Castillo de la Esfera' during the christmas season. Francisco Tirado Saavedra and Lucila Lozada Hernandez founded the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' more than 33 years ago; it is one of the largest factories in the country, producing 12,000 christmas spheres per day. on December 9, 2025 in Chignahuapan, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Tischler/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Christmas Glass Spheres - Mexico

A worker at the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' making blown glass spheres as part of the manufacturing process for traditional christmas glass spheres to decorate Christmas trees. Francisco Tirado Saavedra and Lucila Lozada Hernandez founded the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' more than 33 years ago; it is one of the largest factories in the country, producing 12,000 christmas spheres per day. on December 9, 2025 in Chignahuapan, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Tischler/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Christmas Glass Spheres - Mexico

A worker at the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' decorating glass bubbles as part of the manufacturing process for traditional christmas glass spheres to decorate Christmas trees. Francisco Tirado Saavedra and Lucila Lozada Hernandez founded the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' more than 33 years ago; it is one of the largest factories in the country, producing 12,000 christmas spheres per day. on December 9, 2025 in Chignahuapan, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Tischler/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Christmas Glass Spheres - Mexico

A worker at the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' making blown glass spheres as part of the manufacturing process for traditional christmas glass spheres to decorate Christmas trees. Francisco Tirado Saavedra and Lucila Lozada Hernandez founded the Christmas ornament factory 'El Castillo de la Esfera' more than 33 years ago; it is one of the largest factories in the country, producing 12,000 christmas spheres per day. on December 9, 2025 in Chignahuapan, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Tischler/ Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM