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Newly Elected Non-Permanent Members Of The UN Security Council - NYC

Kazakh UN ambassador Kairat Umarov speaks at a flag installation ceremony for the five new elected members of the Security Council in his capacity as co-host, at the UN headquarters in New York, Jan. 2, 2026. Bahrain, Colombia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Latvia and Liberia on Friday began to assume responsibilities as non-permanent members of the UN Security Council. Photo by Mark Garten/UN Photo via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Newly Elected Non-Permanent Members Of The UN Security Council - NYC

Kazakh UN ambassador Kairat Umarov speaks at a flag installation ceremony for the five new elected members of the Security Council in his capacity as co-host, at the UN headquarters in New York, Jan. 2, 2026. Bahrain, Colombia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Latvia and Liberia on Friday began to assume responsibilities as non-permanent members of the UN Security Council. Photo by Mark Garten/UN Photo via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Newly Elected Non-Permanent Members Of The UN Security Council - NYC

Somali UN ambassador Abukar Dahir Osman speaks at a flag installation ceremony for the five new elected members of the Security Council in his capacity as president of the Security Council for the month of January and co-host, at the UN headquarters in New York, Jan. 2, 2026. Bahrain, Colombia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Latvia and Liberia on Friday began to assume responsibilities as non-permanent members of the UN Security Council. Photo by Mark Garten/UN Photo via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Newly Elected Non-Permanent Members Of The UN Security Council - NYC

Photo taken on Jan. 2, 2026 shows a flag installation ceremony to mark the start of the responsibilities of the five countries as non-permanent members of the Security Council at the UN headquarters in New York. Bahrain, Colombia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Latvia and Liberia on Friday began to assume responsibilities as non-permanent members of the UN Security Council. Photo by Mark Garten/UN Photo via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kubota President's Succession Press Conference

Kubota President Transition Press Conference. photo shows Shingo Hanada, Representative Director and Vice President, who is scheduled to assume the position of President and CEO.=October 22,2025,Tokyo

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5-time Paralympic gold medalist Kawai heads sports agency

Retired visually impaired swimmer Junichi Kawai takes a seat at his desk as he becomes the commissioner of the Japan Sports Agency in Tokyo on Oct. 1, 2025. The five-time Paralympic gold medalist is the first Paralympian to assume the post.

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5-time Paralympic gold medalist Kawai heads sports agency

Retired visually impaired swimmer Junichi Kawai takes a seat at his desk as he becomes the commissioner of the Japan Sports Agency in Tokyo on Oct. 1, 2025. The five-time Paralympic gold medalist is the first Paralympian to assume the post.

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5-time Paralympic gold medalist Kawai heads sports agency

Retired visually impaired swimmer Junichi Kawai takes a seat at his desk as he becomes the commissioner of the Japan Sports Agency in Tokyo on Oct. 1, 2025. The five-time Paralympic gold medalist is the first Paralympian to assume the post.

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5-time Paralympic gold medalist Kawai to head sports agency

Retired visually impaired swimmer Junichi Kawai speaks to reporters in Tokyo on Sept. 19, 2025, after being named the next commissioner of the Japan Sports Agency. A five-time Paralympic gold medalist, the 50-year-old will become the first Paralympian to assume the post when his appointment takes effect Oct. 1.

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5-time Paralympic gold medalist Kawai to head sports agency

Retired visually impaired swimmer Junichi Kawai speaks to reporters in Tokyo on Sept. 19, 2025, after being named the next commissioner of the Japan Sports Agency. A five-time Paralympic gold medalist, the 50-year-old will become the first Paralympian to assume the post when his appointment takes effect Oct. 1.

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US National Guard - Washington

National Guard troops with sidearms stand near Union Station in Washington D.C., on August 27, 2025, as the Trump administration moves to assume federal control of the historic transit hub, citing a need to restore safety and revitalize the area. The deployment follows rising concerns over public security in and around the station. Photo by Mehmet Eser/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US National Guard - Washington

National Guard troops with sidearms stand near Union Station in Washington D.C., on August 27, 2025, as the Trump administration moves to assume federal control of the historic transit hub, citing a need to restore safety and revitalize the area. The deployment follows rising concerns over public security in and around the station. Photo by Mehmet Eser/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US National Guard - Washington

National Guard troops with sidearms stand near Union Station in Washington D.C., on August 27, 2025, as the Trump administration moves to assume federal control of the historic transit hub, citing a need to restore safety and revitalize the area. The deployment follows rising concerns over public security in and around the station. Photo by Mehmet Eser/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US National Guard - Washington

National Guard troops with sidearms stand near Union Station in Washington D.C., on August 27, 2025, as the Trump administration moves to assume federal control of the historic transit hub, citing a need to restore safety and revitalize the area. The deployment follows rising concerns over public security in and around the station. Photo by Mehmet Eser/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US National Guard - Washington

National Guard troops with sidearms stand near Union Station in Washington D.C., on August 27, 2025, as the Trump administration moves to assume federal control of the historic transit hub, citing a need to restore safety and revitalize the area. The deployment follows rising concerns over public security in and around the station. Photo by Mehmet Eser/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US National Guard - Washington

National Guard troops with sidearms stand near Union Station in Washington D.C., on August 27, 2025, as the Trump administration moves to assume federal control of the historic transit hub, citing a need to restore safety and revitalize the area. The deployment follows rising concerns over public security in and around the station. Photo by Mehmet Eser/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US National Guard - Washington

National Guard troops with sidearms stand near Union Station in Washington D.C., on August 27, 2025, as the Trump administration moves to assume federal control of the historic transit hub, citing a need to restore safety and revitalize the area. The deployment follows rising concerns over public security in and around the station. Photo by Mehmet Eser/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US National Guard - Washington

National Guard troops with sidearms stand near Union Station in Washington D.C., on August 27, 2025, as the Trump administration moves to assume federal control of the historic transit hub, citing a need to restore safety and revitalize the area. The deployment follows rising concerns over public security in and around the station. Photo by Mehmet Eser/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ordination Ceremony in Sagrada Familia - Barcelona

Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona Juan Jose Omella, during the ordination of seven new priests, at the Sagrada Familia, on July 20, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Sagrada Familia today hosted the priestly ordination ceremony of seven deacons, who have completed their theological and pastoral formation and have been prepared to assume their responsibilities in ecclesial service. The Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona presided over the ceremony, during which he laid his hands on the candidates as part of the sacramental rite, symbolizing the transmission of the Holy Spirit and the full incorporation into the priestly ministry. Photo by Alberto Paredes / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ordination Ceremony in Sagrada Familia - Barcelona

The future priests are Joan Piñol, Xavier Campmany, Pablo Jesús Jorge Díaz, Javier Casals, David Lucena, Santiago Claret and Guillem Lisicic, during their ordination, at the Sagrada Familia, on July 20, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Sagrada Familia today hosted the priestly ordination ceremony of seven deacons, who have completed their theological and pastoral formation and have been prepared to assume their responsibilities in ecclesial service. The Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona presided over the ceremony, during which he laid his hands on the candidates as part of the sacramental rite, symbolizing the transmission of the Holy Spirit and the full incorporation into the priestly ministry. Photo by Alberto Paredes / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ordination Ceremony in Sagrada Familia - Barcelona

Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona Juan Jose Omella, during the ordination of seven new priests, at the Sagrada Familia, on July 20, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Sagrada Familia today hosted the priestly ordination ceremony of seven deacons, who have completed their theological and pastoral formation and have been prepared to assume their responsibilities in ecclesial service. The Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona presided over the ceremony, during which he laid his hands on the candidates as part of the sacramental rite, symbolizing the transmission of the Holy Spirit and the full incorporation into the priestly ministry. Photo by Alberto Paredes / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ordination Ceremony in Sagrada Familia - Barcelona

The future priests are Joan Piñol, Xavier Campmany, Pablo Jesús Jorge Díaz, Javier Casals, David Lucena, Santiago Claret and Guillem Lisicic, during their ordination, at the Sagrada Familia, on July 20, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Sagrada Familia today hosted the priestly ordination ceremony of seven deacons, who have completed their theological and pastoral formation and have been prepared to assume their responsibilities in ecclesial service. The Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona presided over the ceremony, during which he laid his hands on the candidates as part of the sacramental rite, symbolizing the transmission of the Holy Spirit and the full incorporation into the priestly ministry. Photo by Alberto Paredes / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ordination Ceremony in Sagrada Familia - Barcelona

Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona Juan Jose Omella, during the ordination of seven new priests, at the Sagrada Familia, on July 20, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Sagrada Familia today hosted the priestly ordination ceremony of seven deacons, who have completed their theological and pastoral formation and have been prepared to assume their responsibilities in ecclesial service. The Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona presided over the ceremony, during which he laid his hands on the candidates as part of the sacramental rite, symbolizing the transmission of the Holy Spirit and the full incorporation into the priestly ministry. Photo by Alberto Paredes / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ordination Ceremony in Sagrada Familia - Barcelona

Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona Juan Jose Omella, during the ordination of seven new priests, at the Sagrada Familia, on July 20, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Sagrada Familia today hosted the priestly ordination ceremony of seven deacons, who have completed their theological and pastoral formation and have been prepared to assume their responsibilities in ecclesial service. The Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona presided over the ceremony, during which he laid his hands on the candidates as part of the sacramental rite, symbolizing the transmission of the Holy Spirit and the full incorporation into the priestly ministry. Photo by Alberto Paredes / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ordination Ceremony in Sagrada Familia - Barcelona

Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona Juan Jose Omella, during the ordination of seven new priests, at the Sagrada Familia, on July 20, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Sagrada Familia today hosted the priestly ordination ceremony of seven deacons, who have completed their theological and pastoral formation and have been prepared to assume their responsibilities in ecclesial service. The Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona presided over the ceremony, during which he laid his hands on the candidates as part of the sacramental rite, symbolizing the transmission of the Holy Spirit and the full incorporation into the priestly ministry. Photo by Alberto Paredes / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ordination Ceremony in Sagrada Familia - Barcelona

Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona Juan Jose Omella, during the ordination of seven new priests, at the Sagrada Familia, on July 20, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Sagrada Familia today hosted the priestly ordination ceremony of seven deacons, who have completed their theological and pastoral formation and have been prepared to assume their responsibilities in ecclesial service. The Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona presided over the ceremony, during which he laid his hands on the candidates as part of the sacramental rite, symbolizing the transmission of the Holy Spirit and the full incorporation into the priestly ministry. Photo by Alberto Paredes / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ordination Ceremony in Sagrada Familia - Barcelona

Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona Juan Jose Omella, during the ordination of seven new priests, at the Sagrada Familia, on July 20, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Sagrada Familia today hosted the priestly ordination ceremony of seven deacons, who have completed their theological and pastoral formation and have been prepared to assume their responsibilities in ecclesial service. The Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona presided over the ceremony, during which he laid his hands on the candidates as part of the sacramental rite, symbolizing the transmission of the Holy Spirit and the full incorporation into the priestly ministry. Photo by Alberto Paredes / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ordination Ceremony in Sagrada Familia - Barcelona

Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona Juan Jose Omella, during the ordination of seven new priests, at the Sagrada Familia, on July 20, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Sagrada Familia today hosted the priestly ordination ceremony of seven deacons, who have completed their theological and pastoral formation and have been prepared to assume their responsibilities in ecclesial service. The Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona presided over the ceremony, during which he laid his hands on the candidates as part of the sacramental rite, symbolizing the transmission of the Holy Spirit and the full incorporation into the priestly ministry. Photo by Alberto Paredes / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ordination Ceremony in Sagrada Familia - Barcelona

Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona Juan Jose Omella, during the ordination of seven new priests, at the Sagrada Familia, on July 20, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Sagrada Familia today hosted the priestly ordination ceremony of seven deacons, who have completed their theological and pastoral formation and have been prepared to assume their responsibilities in ecclesial service. The Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona presided over the ceremony, during which he laid his hands on the candidates as part of the sacramental rite, symbolizing the transmission of the Holy Spirit and the full incorporation into the priestly ministry. Photo by Alberto Paredes / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ordination Ceremony in Sagrada Familia - Barcelona

Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona Juan Jose Omella, during the ordination of seven new priests, at the Sagrada Familia, on July 20, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Sagrada Familia today hosted the priestly ordination ceremony of seven deacons, who have completed their theological and pastoral formation and have been prepared to assume their responsibilities in ecclesial service. The Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona presided over the ceremony, during which he laid his hands on the candidates as part of the sacramental rite, symbolizing the transmission of the Holy Spirit and the full incorporation into the priestly ministry. Photo by Alberto Paredes / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ordination Ceremony in Sagrada Familia - Barcelona

Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona Juan Jose Omella, during the ordination of seven new priests, at the Sagrada Familia, on July 20, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Sagrada Familia today hosted the priestly ordination ceremony of seven deacons, who have completed their theological and pastoral formation and have been prepared to assume their responsibilities in ecclesial service. The Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona presided over the ceremony, during which he laid his hands on the candidates as part of the sacramental rite, symbolizing the transmission of the Holy Spirit and the full incorporation into the priestly ministry. Photo by Alberto Paredes / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ordination Ceremony in Sagrada Familia - Barcelona

Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona Juan Jose Omella, during the ordination of seven new priests, at the Sagrada Familia, on July 20, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Sagrada Familia today hosted the priestly ordination ceremony of seven deacons, who have completed their theological and pastoral formation and have been prepared to assume their responsibilities in ecclesial service. The Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona presided over the ceremony, during which he laid his hands on the candidates as part of the sacramental rite, symbolizing the transmission of the Holy Spirit and the full incorporation into the priestly ministry. Photo by Alberto Paredes / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ordination Ceremony in Sagrada Familia - Barcelona

Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona Juan Jose Omella, during the ordination of seven new priests, at the Sagrada Familia, on July 20, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Sagrada Familia today hosted the priestly ordination ceremony of seven deacons, who have completed their theological and pastoral formation and have been prepared to assume their responsibilities in ecclesial service. The Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona presided over the ceremony, during which he laid his hands on the candidates as part of the sacramental rite, symbolizing the transmission of the Holy Spirit and the full incorporation into the priestly ministry. Photo by Alberto Paredes / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ordination Ceremony in Sagrada Familia - Barcelona

Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona Juan Jose Omella, during the ordination of seven new priests, at the Sagrada Familia, on July 20, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Sagrada Familia today hosted the priestly ordination ceremony of seven deacons, who have completed their theological and pastoral formation and have been prepared to assume their responsibilities in ecclesial service. The Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona presided over the ceremony, during which he laid his hands on the candidates as part of the sacramental rite, symbolizing the transmission of the Holy Spirit and the full incorporation into the priestly ministry. Photo by Alberto Paredes / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ordination Ceremony in Sagrada Familia - Barcelona

Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona Juan Jose Omella, during the ordination of seven new priests, at the Sagrada Familia, on July 20, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Sagrada Familia today hosted the priestly ordination ceremony of seven deacons, who have completed their theological and pastoral formation and have been prepared to assume their responsibilities in ecclesial service. The Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona presided over the ceremony, during which he laid his hands on the candidates as part of the sacramental rite, symbolizing the transmission of the Holy Spirit and the full incorporation into the priestly ministry. Photo by Alberto Paredes / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ordination Ceremony in Sagrada Familia - Barcelona

Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona Juan Jose Omella, during the ordination of seven new priests, at the Sagrada Familia, on July 20, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Sagrada Familia today hosted the priestly ordination ceremony of seven deacons, who have completed their theological and pastoral formation and have been prepared to assume their responsibilities in ecclesial service. The Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona presided over the ceremony, during which he laid his hands on the candidates as part of the sacramental rite, symbolizing the transmission of the Holy Spirit and the full incorporation into the priestly ministry. Photo by Alberto Paredes / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ordination Ceremony in Sagrada Familia - Barcelona

Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona Juan Jose Omella, during the ordination of seven new priests, at the Sagrada Familia, on July 20, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Sagrada Familia today hosted the priestly ordination ceremony of seven deacons, who have completed their theological and pastoral formation and have been prepared to assume their responsibilities in ecclesial service. The Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona presided over the ceremony, during which he laid his hands on the candidates as part of the sacramental rite, symbolizing the transmission of the Holy Spirit and the full incorporation into the priestly ministry. Photo by Alberto Paredes / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ordination Ceremony in Sagrada Familia - Barcelona

Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona Juan Jose Omella, during the ordination of seven new priests, at the Sagrada Familia, on July 20, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Sagrada Familia today hosted the priestly ordination ceremony of seven deacons, who have completed their theological and pastoral formation and have been prepared to assume their responsibilities in ecclesial service. The Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona presided over the ceremony, during which he laid his hands on the candidates as part of the sacramental rite, symbolizing the transmission of the Holy Spirit and the full incorporation into the priestly ministry. Photo by Alberto Paredes / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ordination Ceremony in Sagrada Familia - Barcelona

Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona Juan Jose Omella, during the ordination of seven new priests, at the Sagrada Familia, on July 20, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Sagrada Familia today hosted the priestly ordination ceremony of seven deacons, who have completed their theological and pastoral formation and have been prepared to assume their responsibilities in ecclesial service. The Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona presided over the ceremony, during which he laid his hands on the candidates as part of the sacramental rite, symbolizing the transmission of the Holy Spirit and the full incorporation into the priestly ministry. Photo by Alberto Paredes / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ordination Ceremony in Sagrada Familia - Barcelona

Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona Juan Jose Omella, during the ordination of seven new priests, at the Sagrada Familia, on July 20, 2025, in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain). The Sagrada Familia today hosted the priestly ordination ceremony of seven deacons, who have completed their theological and pastoral formation and have been prepared to assume their responsibilities in ecclesial service. The Cardinal Archbishop of Barcelona presided over the ceremony, during which he laid his hands on the candidates as part of the sacramental rite, symbolizing the transmission of the Holy Spirit and the full incorporation into the priestly ministry. Photo by Alberto Paredes / Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Tokio Marine Holdings, Inc. president change press conference

Tokio Marine Holdings,Inc. president change press conference. Photo shows Masahiro Koike, President of Tokio Marine Holdings, who will assume office in June 2025.=January 14,2025,Tokyo

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Trump Rings The NYSE Opening Bell - NYC

Donald Trump (2nd, R) attends the opening bell ceremony at the New York Stock Exchange in New York, the United States, on December 12, 2024. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump rang the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on Thursday, marking a symbolic gesture to the financial community as he prepares to assume office. (NYSE Group/Handout via Xinhua)

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Trump Rings The NYSE Opening Bell - NYC

Donald Trump (C, Front) attends the opening bell ceremony at the New York Stock Exchange in New York, the United States, on December 12, 2024. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump rang the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on Thursday, marking a symbolic gesture to the financial community as he prepares to assume office. (NYSE Group/Handout via Xinhua)

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Japanese astronaut Onishi

Japanese astronaut Takuya Onishi gives an interview in Tokyo on Nov. 28, 2024. The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency announced on Dec. 2 that he will serve as commander at the International Space Station when he heads to the ISS aboard SpaceX's Crew Dragon capsule in February 2025 at the earliest, becoming the third Japanese to assume the post.

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Japanese astronaut Onishi

Japanese astronaut Takuya Onishi gives an interview in Tokyo on Nov. 28, 2024. The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency announced on Dec. 2 that he will serve as commander at the International Space Station when he heads to the ISS aboard SpaceX's Crew Dragon capsule in February 2025 at the earliest, becoming the third Japanese to assume the post.

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Japanese astronaut Onishi

Japanese astronaut Takuya Onishi gives an interview in Tokyo on Nov. 28, 2024. The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency announced on Dec. 2 that he will serve as commander at the International Space Station when he heads to the ISS aboard SpaceX's Crew Dragon capsule in February 2025 at the earliest, becoming the third Japanese to assume the post.

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Japanese astronaut Onishi to assume ISS commander

Japanese astronaut Takuya Onishi gives an interview in Tokyo on Nov. 28, 2024. The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency announced on Dec. 2 that he will serve as commander at the International Space Station when he heads to the ISS aboard SpaceX's Crew Dragon capsule in February 2025 at the earliest, becoming the third Japanese to assume the post.

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New ADB chief Kanda

Undated file photo shows Masato Kanda, president-elect of the Asian Development Bank. Currently serving as a special advisor to Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, the former top Japanese currency diplomat will assume office on Feb. 24, 2025 and serve through Nov. 23, 2026 to complete the unexpired term of predecessor Masatsugu Asakawa.

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European Political Community Summit - Budapest

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban speaks at a press conference in Budapest, Hungary on November 7, 2024. European leaders have agreed on the need for Europe to assume greater responsibility for its own security rather than relying solely on the United States, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said Thursday following the fifth European Political Community (EPC) summit. Leaders from nearly 50 European nations and international organizations gathered here for the one-day summit, addressing urgent issues such as irregular migration, security, and connectivity across the continent. At a joint press conference with his Albanian counterpart Edi Rama, the Hungarian prime minister highlighted the multiple threats to European peace, stability, and prosperity, which include the ongoing armed conflict in Ukraine, the escalating tensions in the Middle East, persistent illegal migration, and an unprecedented level of global economic fragmentation since the Cold War. Photo by Attila Volgyi/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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European Political Community Summit - Budapest

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban speaks at a press conference in Budapest, Hungary on November 7, 2024. European leaders have agreed on the need for Europe to assume greater responsibility for its own security rather than relying solely on the United States, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said Thursday following the fifth European Political Community (EPC) summit. Leaders from nearly 50 European nations and international organizations gathered here for the one-day summit, addressing urgent issues such as irregular migration, security, and connectivity across the continent. At a joint press conference with his Albanian counterpart Edi Rama, the Hungarian prime minister highlighted the multiple threats to European peace, stability, and prosperity, which include the ongoing armed conflict in Ukraine, the escalating tensions in the Middle East, persistent illegal migration, and an unprecedented level of global economic fragmentation since the Cold War. Photo by Attila Volgyi/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM