Behind The Scenes Of The Vatican

Behind The Scenes Of The Vatican

Swiss guards in the Sistine chapel at the Vatican on January 22, 2006. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

Changdian Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Visitors visit the Changdian Temple Fair at Liulichang Cultural Street in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025. In 2006, Beijing Changdian Temple Fair became the first temple fair to be included in the national intangible cultural Heritage list.

Tallinn 2025 European Capital of Sport

Tallinn 2025 European Capital of Sport

18.01.2025 Tallinn. The Sports Capital's main program is divided into twelve themed months. January, focuses on skiing, and will provide residents with the chance to try ski jumping, snowboard cross, cross-country skiing lessons, and practice at a biathlon shooting range on artificial snow brought to the Song Festival Grounds. The opening ceremony included a live performance from Finland's 2006 Eurovision-winning metal band LORDI. Photo: Martin Pedaja / Postimees

Tallinn 2025 European Capital of Sport

Tallinn 2025 European Capital of Sport

18.01.2025 Tallinn. The Sports Capital's main program is divided into twelve themed months. January, focuses on skiing, and will provide residents with the chance to try ski jumping, snowboard cross, cross-country skiing lessons, and practice at a biathlon shooting range on artificial snow brought to the Song Festival Grounds. The opening ceremony included a live performance from Finland's 2006 Eurovision-winning metal band LORDI. Photo: Martin Pedaja / Postimees

Tallinn 2025 European Capital of Sport

Tallinn 2025 European Capital of Sport

18.01.2025 Tallinn. The Sports Capital's main program is divided into twelve themed months. January, focuses on skiing, and will provide residents with the chance to try ski jumping, snowboard cross, cross-country skiing lessons, and practice at a biathlon shooting range on artificial snow brought to the Song Festival Grounds. The opening ceremony included a live performance from Finland's 2006 Eurovision-winning metal band LORDI. Photo: Martin Pedaja / Postimees

Tallinn 2025 European Capital of Sport

Tallinn 2025 European Capital of Sport

18.01.2025 Tallinn. The Sports Capital's main program is divided into twelve themed months. January, focuses on skiing, and will provide residents with the chance to try ski jumping, snowboard cross, cross-country skiing lessons, and practice at a biathlon shooting range on artificial snow brought to the Song Festival Grounds. The opening ceremony included a live performance from Finland's 2006 Eurovision-winning metal band LORDI. Photo: Martin Pedaja / Postimees

Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad official visit in Syria

Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad official visit in Syria

In just over ten days, Syrian rebels have taken control of Syria's main cities, including the capital Damascus on Saturday night. President Bashar al-Assad, in power since 2000, has fled the country, according to Russia - FILE - Syrian president Bashar Al Assad listens to question during his joint press conference with Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad in the People Palace in Damascus, Syria, on January 19, 2006. The two countries are facing heavy pressure from the international community and are regarded by the U.S administration, as part of the 'Axis of Evil' according to President Bush. Photo by Ammar Abd Rabbo/ABACAPRESS.COM

Several Migrants Arrive In El Hierro

Several Migrants Arrive In El Hierro

Several migrants are attended by emergency services upon arrival at the port of La Restinga de El Hierro, on November 23, 2024, in El Hierro, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Tenerife, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain. The Salvamar Acrux has transferred the 44 people traveling on the vessel that had left Mauritania to the port of La Restinga. Among the people who have been assisted are 8 women and 2 minors, one of them a young girl. The government of the Canary Islands is asking for more means to assist people arriving to the archipelago for what is considered the highest number of migrant arrivals since 2006. Since January more than 40,000 people have arrived to the islands. Photo by Antonio Sempere/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Several Migrants Arrive In El Hierro

Several Migrants Arrive In El Hierro

Several migrants are attended by emergency services upon arrival at the port of La Restinga de El Hierro, on November 23, 2024, in El Hierro, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Tenerife, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain. The Salvamar Acrux has transferred the 44 people traveling on the vessel that had left Mauritania to the port of La Restinga. Among the people who have been assisted are 8 women and 2 minors, one of them a young girl. The government of the Canary Islands is asking for more means to assist people arriving to the archipelago for what is considered the highest number of migrant arrivals since 2006. Since January more than 40,000 people have arrived to the islands. Photo by Antonio Sempere/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Several Migrants Arrive In El Hierro

Several Migrants Arrive In El Hierro

Several migrants are attended by emergency services upon arrival at the port of La Restinga de El Hierro, on November 23, 2024, in El Hierro, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Tenerife, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain. The Salvamar Acrux has transferred the 44 people traveling on the vessel that had left Mauritania to the port of La Restinga. Among the people who have been assisted are 8 women and 2 minors, one of them a young girl. The government of the Canary Islands is asking for more means to assist people arriving to the archipelago for what is considered the highest number of migrant arrivals since 2006. Since January more than 40,000 people have arrived to the islands. Photo by Antonio Sempere/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Several Migrants Arrive In El Hierro

Several Migrants Arrive In El Hierro

Several migrants are attended by emergency services upon arrival at the port of La Restinga de El Hierro, on November 23, 2024, in El Hierro, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Tenerife, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain. The Salvamar Acrux has transferred the 44 people traveling on the vessel that had left Mauritania to the port of La Restinga. Among the people who have been assisted are 8 women and 2 minors, one of them a young girl. The government of the Canary Islands is asking for more means to assist people arriving to the archipelago for what is considered the highest number of migrant arrivals since 2006. Since January more than 40,000 people have arrived to the islands. Photo by Antonio Sempere/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Several Migrants Arrive In El Hierro

Several Migrants Arrive In El Hierro

Several migrants are attended by emergency services upon arrival at the port of La Restinga de El Hierro, on November 23, 2024, in El Hierro, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Tenerife, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain. The Salvamar Acrux has transferred the 44 people traveling on the vessel that had left Mauritania to the port of La Restinga. Among the people who have been assisted are 8 women and 2 minors, one of them a young girl. The government of the Canary Islands is asking for more means to assist people arriving to the archipelago for what is considered the highest number of migrant arrivals since 2006. Since January more than 40,000 people have arrived to the islands. Photo by Antonio Sempere/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Several Migrants Arrive In El Hierro

Several Migrants Arrive In El Hierro

Several migrants are attended by emergency services upon arrival at the port of La Restinga de El Hierro, on November 23, 2024, in El Hierro, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Tenerife, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain. The Salvamar Acrux has transferred the 44 people traveling on the vessel that had left Mauritania to the port of La Restinga. Among the people who have been assisted are 8 women and 2 minors, one of them a young girl. The government of the Canary Islands is asking for more means to assist people arriving to the archipelago for what is considered the highest number of migrant arrivals since 2006. Since January more than 40,000 people have arrived to the islands. Photo by Antonio Sempere/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Several Migrants Arrive In El Hierro

Several Migrants Arrive In El Hierro

Several migrants are attended by emergency services upon arrival at the port of La Restinga de El Hierro, on November 23, 2024, in El Hierro, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Tenerife, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain. The Salvamar Acrux has transferred the 44 people traveling on the vessel that had left Mauritania to the port of La Restinga. Among the people who have been assisted are 8 women and 2 minors, one of them a young girl. The government of the Canary Islands is asking for more means to assist people arriving to the archipelago for what is considered the highest number of migrant arrivals since 2006. Since January more than 40,000 people have arrived to the islands. Photo by Antonio Sempere/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Several Migrants Arrive In El Hierro

Several Migrants Arrive In El Hierro

Several migrants are attended by emergency services upon arrival at the port of La Restinga de El Hierro, on November 23, 2024, in El Hierro, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Tenerife, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain. The Salvamar Acrux has transferred the 44 people traveling on the vessel that had left Mauritania to the port of La Restinga. Among the people who have been assisted are 8 women and 2 minors, one of them a young girl. The government of the Canary Islands is asking for more means to assist people arriving to the archipelago for what is considered the highest number of migrant arrivals since 2006. Since January more than 40,000 people have arrived to the islands. Photo by Antonio Sempere/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Khaled Mashal Reportedly Becomes Hamas Leader After Sinwar's Death

Khaled Mashal Reportedly Becomes Hamas Leader After Sinwar's Death

File photo dated January 28, 2006 shows Hamas political leader Khaled Mashaal celebrates his party's victory in Palestinian elections this week, during a press conference in Damascus, Syria. Following Yahya Sinwar's assassination, senior Hamas official Khaled Mashal has reportedly become a de facto leader, responsible for negotiations on hostages. Sources indicate that Mashal will act as the interim leader, overseeing communications with key stakeholders involved in negotiations for the release of Israeli hostages. Photo by Balkis Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Khaled Mashal Reportedly Becomes Hamas Leader After Sinwar's Death

Khaled Mashal Reportedly Becomes Hamas Leader After Sinwar's Death

File photo dated January 28, 2006 shows Hamas political leader Khaled Mashaal celebrates his party's victory in Palestinian elections this week, during a press conference in Damascus, Syria. Following Yahya Sinwar's assassination, senior Hamas official Khaled Mashal has reportedly become a de facto leader, responsible for negotiations on hostages. Sources indicate that Mashal will act as the interim leader, overseeing communications with key stakeholders involved in negotiations for the release of Israeli hostages. Photo by Balkis Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh Killed In Iran

Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh Killed In Iran

File photo - Ismael Haniyeh, head of Hamas, during a celebration in Gaza city on January 26, 2006 of the historic Hamas victory during Palestinian elections. Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in Iran's Tehran, the Palestinian militant group Hamas said in a statement on Wednesday. In a statement, the Islamist faction mourned the death of Haniyeh, who it said was killed in "a treacherous Zionist raid on his residence in Tehran". Photo by Michael Dohrn/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh Killed In Iran

Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh Killed In Iran

File photo - Hamas leader Ismail Haniyehh celebrates his party's electoral victory in Gaza on January 29, 2006. Haniyeh is one of the Hamas figures that could be named Palestinian Prime Minister. Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in Iran's Tehran, the Palestinian militant group Hamas said in a statement on Wednesday. In a statement, the Islamist faction mourned the death of Haniyeh, who it said was killed in "a treacherous Zionist raid on his residence in Tehran". Photo by Balkis Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh Killed In Iran

Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh Killed In Iran

File photo - Hamas leader Ismail Haniyehh celebrates his party's electoral victory in Gaza on January 29, 2006. Haniyeh is one of the Hamas figures that could be named Palestinian Prime Minister. Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh said Saturday the Palestinian group was on the "verge of a great victory" after it launched a surprise attack on Israel from the Gaza Strip. "We are on the verge of a great victory and a clear conquest on the Gaza front," Haniyeh said in a speech broadcast on Hamas-run Al-Aqsa television. Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in Iran's Tehran, the Palestinian militant group Hamas said in a statement on Wednesday. In a statement, the Islamist faction mourned the death of Haniyeh, who it said was killed in "a treacherous Zionist raid on his residence in Tehran". Photo by Balkis Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh Killed In Iran

Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh Killed In Iran

File photo - Hamas leader Ismail Haniyehh celebrates his party's electoral victory in Gaza on January 29, 2006. Haniyeh is one of the Hamas figures that could be named Palestinian Prime Minister. Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh said Saturday the Palestinian group was on the "verge of a great victory" after it launched a surprise attack on Israel from the Gaza Strip. "We are on the verge of a great victory and a clear conquest on the Gaza front," Haniyeh said in a speech broadcast on Hamas-run Al-Aqsa television. Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in Iran's Tehran, the Palestinian militant group Hamas said in a statement on Wednesday. In a statement, the Islamist faction mourned the death of Haniyeh, who it said was killed in "a treacherous Zionist raid on his residence in Tehran". Photo by Balkis Press/ABACAPRESS.COM