Ski jumping: Kobayashi becomes 1st Japanese man to win 20 World Cups

Japanese ski jumper Ryoyu Kobayashi is congratulated by people in Santa Claus costume after picking up his first World Cup win of the season at an event in Ruka, Finland, on Nov. 27, 2021. He became the first Japanese man to reach 20 individual ski jumping World Cup wins.

Ski jumping: Kobayashi becomes 1st Japanese man to win 20 World Cups

Japanese ski jumper Ryoyu Kobayashi is congratulated by people in Santa Claus costume after picking up his first World Cup win of the season at an event in Ruka, Finland, on Nov. 27, 2021. He became the first Japanese man to reach 20 individual ski jumping World Cup wins.

Sudan: People Join Protest In Atbara Over Military Takeover

Not just in Khartoum, people also gathered in Atbara to protest against the Sudanese military coup on Thursday, November 25.

Sudan: Thousands Of People Protest In Khartoum Over Military Takeover

Thousands of people gathered in Khartoum to protest against the Sudanese military coup on Thursday, November 25. According to reports, military forces fired teargas to disperse protesters.

Snow in Hokkaido

People walk in the snow in Asahikawa on the northernmost Japanese main island of Hokkaido on Nov. 24, 2021.

Snow in Hokkaido

People walk in the snow in Asahikawa on the northernmost Japanese main island of Hokkaido on Nov. 24, 2021.

Snow in Hokkaido

People walk in the snow in Asahikawa on the northernmost Japanese main island of Hokkaido on Nov. 24, 2021.

Spain: Supporters Of Metalworkers Strike March Down Streets Of Cádiz

Supporters of the metalworkers' strike marched down the streets of Cádiz on Tuesday, demanding higher salaries following the country's rising inflation rate. More than 4,000 people joined the demonstration. The rally ended violently as the police deployed rubber bullets to disperse those who tried to break through barricades.

Spain: Isolated Depression DANA Dumps Large Amount Of Hail In Parts Of Catalonia

An isolated depression DANA brought heavy rain and hail to Catalonia on Tuesday, November 23 as AEMET has issued yellow and orange alerts for the area. According to reports, several highways were closed, and at least 3 people were rescued after being trapped in cars stuck in the flooded area.

S. Korea's fight against coronavirus

People take COVID-19 tests in Seoul on Nov. 24, 2021. South Korea reported 4,116 new coronavirus cases, the first time that the daily count has topped 4,000.

S. Korea's fight against coronavirus

People wait in line to take COVID-19 tests in Seoul on Nov. 24, 2021. South Korea reported 4,116 new coronavirus cases, the first time that the daily count has topped 4,000.

US: People Gather At Candlelight Vigil For Ahmaud Arbery In Georgia

The jury of the trial of three men charged in the killing of Ahmaud Arbery, who was shot dead while jogging in Brunswick, Georgia in 2020, entered deliberations on Tuesday, November 23. People gathered outside of the Glynn County Courthouse in Georgia to hold a candlelight vigil.

Spain: Severe Thunderstorm Causes Flooding In Southern Catalonia

A severe thunderstorm brought heavy rain, flooding, and hail to southern Catalonia on Tuesday, November 23. According to reports, several highways were closed, and at least 3 people were rescued after being trapped in cars stuck in the flooded area.

Sudan: Protests Continue In Khartoum Over Military Coup 5

After the military seized power, protests have been continuing across Sudan. A video posted on social media shows people protesting the military coup in Khartoum North, Khartoum.

US: ‘NoMore’ Movement Protesters Fill Hollywood Boulevard In Los Angeles 2

Hundreds of people rallied in Hollywood, Los Angeles Sunday, November 21 to protest against the Western intervention in Ethiopia as part of the #NoMore movement.

Belgium: Protest Against New COVID19 Measures Turns Violent In Brussels

About 3,500 people joined a protest on Sunday November 21 in Brussels against the new COVID19 measures. The demonstrators named the rally “Together for Freedom” as the COVID measures became stricter, including mandatory mask-wearing for people aged 10 or above. The protest turned violent towards the end when the demonstrators started throwing objects at police. The city's security forces deployed water cannons and tear gas.

Belgium: Brussels Looted, Damaged During Protest Against New COVID19 Measures

About 3,500 people joined a protest on Sunday November 21 in Brussels against the new COVID19 measures. The demonstrators named the rally “Together for Freedom” as the COVID measures became stricter, including mandatory mask-wearing for people aged 10 or above. The protest turned violent towards the end when the demonstrators started throwing objects at police. The city's security forces deployed water cannons and tear gas. This video shows the city being looted and damaged.

US: ‘NoMore’ Movement Protesters Fill Hollywood Boulevard In Los Angeles

Hundreds of people rallied in Hollywood, Los Angeles Sunday, November 21 to protest against the Western intervention in Ethiopia as part of the #NoMore movement.

Sudan: Protests Continue In Khartoum Over Military Coup 4

After the military seized power, protests have been continuing across Sudan. This video shows people marching through 60th street in the capital Khartoum on Sunday, November 21, to protest against the military coup.

Baseball: AL MVP Ohtani turns down Japan gov't award

File photo taken Nov. 15, 2021, shows Los Angeles Angels two-way player Shohei Ohtani attending a press conference in Tokyo. Ohtani turned down the Japanese government's offer to award him one of its top honors, the People's Honor Award, following his MVP-winning season, Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno said on Nov. 22.

Sudan: Protest Continues In Khartoum Over Military Coup 2

After the military seized power, protests have been continuing across Sudan. A video posted on social media shows people protesting the military coup in front of the Riyadh Police Department.

UK: Crowd Marches Through Birmingham As Part Of Anti-Vaccine ‘Freedom Rally’

People gathered for a 'freedom rally' in Birmingham on Saturday, November 20, to march through the streets and protest against COVID vaccinations.

Croatia: Thousands Of People Protest In Zagreb Against COVID Restrictions

Thousands of people gathered for a protest against the COVID vaccine pass and restrictions in the Croatian capital Zagreb on Saturday, November 20. In Croatia, since November 15, proof of vaccination, recovery from COVID, or a negative test has been mandatory for all employees of state and public services, as well as for citizens who will use their services and come to their premises.

Sudan: Protest Continues In Khartoum Over Military Coup 3

After the military seized power, protests have been continuing across Sudan. A video posted on social media shows people marching through the streets of Khartoum to protest against the military coup.

Sudan: Protest Continues In Khartoum Over Military Coup

After the military seized power, protests have been continuing across Sudan. A video posted on social media shows people making barricades on the street in Khartoum.

UK: People In London Protest Against Austrian Reintroduction Of COVID Restrictions

People gathered outside of the Austrian embassy in London on Saturday, November 20 evening to protest against Austrian reintroduction of COVID restrictions.

Iran: Thousands Protest In Isfahan To Demand Revival Of Drought-Stricken River

Hundreds of thousands of farmers and protesters gathered near the dried-up Zayandeh Rud River near the historical Khaju Bridge in Isfahan on Friday, November 19, to demand a sustainable solution to droughts affecting their livelihood. "Isfahan claims the right of water that has been sold to Kerman and Yazd for many years. Zayandeh Rud River changed to a seasonal river 20 years ago. The river flows once or twice a year except for this year, so the people of Isfahan protested at a rally," the video owner said.

Scene from Pyongyang

People walk in Pyongyang on Nov. 5, 2021.

Scene from Pyongyang

People walk in Pyongyang on Nov. 11, 2021.

France: Hundreds Join Protest Over Austria’s New COVID19 Restrictions Outside Austrian Embassy In Paris

On Thursday night, hundreds of people gathered outside the Austrian Embassy in Paris to protest against Austria’s new COVID-19 restrictions. They were afraid the French government might do the same to decrease the circulation of the COVID19 virus as Christmas is on its way.

Scene from Pyongyang

People walk in Pyongyang on Nov. 11, 2021.

Drill against train attacks

A police officer (L) teaches a Tobu Railway employee how to use a shield during a drill against a train attack in the Chiba Prefecture city of Noda, eastern Japan, on Nov. 18, 2021. A man was recently arrested in a knife and arson attack that injured nearly 20 people on a Keio Line train in Tokyo.

Japan PM Kishida meets with people in business community

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida (L) listens during his meeting with people in the business community on Nov. 18, 2021, in Tokyo, wearing a mask for protection against the coronavirus.

Greece: Thousands March In Greek Cities To Mark Student Uprising Against Junta

Tens of thousands of people took to the streets of Athens and Thessaloniki on Wednesday, November 17 to mark the anniversary of the Polytechnic Uprising against the military junta that occurred in 1973.

US: Protesters In Miami Show Solidarity With Cuban Oppositions Despite Ban On Nationwide March 2

A group of protesters gathered outside the iconic Versailles Restaurant in Miami's Little Havana in solidarity with Cuban people on Monday, November 15, the day a nationwide opposition protest was planned in the island nation.

Spain: Protesters In Madrid Show Support As Democracy Protest Banned In Cuba

Hundreds of people gathered in central Madrid in solidarity with Cuban people on Monday, November 15, the day a nationwide protest was planned by opposition leaders in Cuba. The protest was banned by the Cuban authority and did not take place on the island.

Nepal: 9 Injured In Mustang Avalanche

An avalanche occurred in the Mustang district, Kobang region, Nepal, on Sunday. According to reports, 9 people were injured while running away from the Manapathi peak. About 120 yaks were reported missing.

US: Protesters In Miami Show Solidarity With Cuban Oppositions Despite Ban On Nationwide March

A group of protesters gathered outside the iconic Versailles Restaurant in Miami's Little Havana in solidarity with Cuban people on Monday, November 15, the day a nationwide opposition protest was planned in the island nation.

Japan to lift spectator cap in easing of COVID-19 restrictions

A Japanese government panel on the novel coronavirus response gave the green light Tuesday for the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, including scrapping the cap on spectators at events under certain conditions. The government's subcommittee on the COVID-19 response approved the proposed relaxation of restrictions based on a system to check whether people have been vaccinated or tested negative for the virus. Should there be a resurgence of infections and the country's health care system again comes under strain, the government would stop pushing the package and again call for stricture measures to restrict people's activities.

Tunisia: Tunisians Protest Against President’s Seizure Of Political Power Near Parliament

Thousands of people gathered near Tunisia's suspended parliament on Sunday, November 14 to protest against President Kais Saied’s seizure of political power.

US: Demonstrators Show Support For Cuban People Ahead Of Opposition Protest In Cuba 2

Hundreds of people gathered in downtown Miami, Florida on Sunday, November 14 to show support for Cuban people ahead of an opposition march planned in the island nation on November 15. Similar demonstrations took place in several cities worldwide.

US: Demonstrators Show Support For Cuban People Ahead Of Opposition Protest In Cuba

Hundreds of people gathered in downtown Miami, Florida on Sunday, November 14 to show support for Cuban people ahead of an opposition march planned in the island nation on November 15. Similar demonstrations took place in several cities worldwide.

Netherlands: Hundreds Gather In Leeuwarden To Protest Against Newly-Imposed Lockdown

Hundreds of people gathered in Leeuwarden, 140 kilometers north of Amsterdam Saturday night, November 13 to protest against the new lockdown imposed after a recent surge of COVID-19 cases.

Australia: Thousands Protest In Melbourne Against New Pandemic Laws 2

Thousand of people marched down in Melbourne's CBD on Saturday, November 13 to protest against the state's vaccine mandates and the controversial pandemic laws.

Australia: Thousands Protest In Melbourne Against New Pandemic Laws

Thousand of people marched down in Melbourne's CBD on Saturday, November 13 to protest against the state's vaccine mandates and the controversial pandemic laws.

Fujii becomes youngest shogi player to hold 4 titles

People in teenage shogi player Sota Fujii's hometown Seto in Aichi Prefecture, central Japan, celebrate on Nov. 13, 2021, after he clinched Ryuo, shogi's most prestigious title, from Masayuki Toyoshima in the fourth match of the best-of-seven series. At 19 years and three months, Fujii, holder of three other major titles -- Oi, Kisei and Eio -- became the youngest player to hold four of the eight major titles at the same time.

Fujii becomes youngest shogi player to hold 4 titles

People in teenage shogi player Sota Fujii's hometown Seto in Aichi Prefecture, central Japan, celebrate on Nov. 13, 2021, after he clinched Ryuo, shogi's most prestigious title, from Masayuki Toyoshima in the fourth match of the best-of-seven series. At 19 years and three months, Fujii, holder of three other major titles -- Oi, Kisei and Eio -- became the youngest player to hold four of the eight major titles at the same time.

Fujii becomes youngest shogi player to hold 4 titles

People in teenage shogi player Sota Fujii's hometown Seto in Aichi Prefecture, central Japan, celebrate on Nov. 13, 2021, after he clinched Ryuo, shogi's most prestigious title, from Masayuki Toyoshima in the fourth match of the best-of-seven series. At 19 years and three months, Fujii, holder of three other major titles -- Oi, Kisei and Eio -- became the youngest player to hold four of the eight major titles at the same time.

Fujii becomes youngest shogi player to hold 4 titles

People in teenage shogi player Sota Fujii's hometown Seto in Aichi Prefecture, central Japan, celebrate on Nov. 13, 2021, after he clinched Ryuo, shogi's most prestigious title, from Masayuki Toyoshima in the fourth match of the best-of-seven series. At 19 years and three months, Fujii, holder of three other major titles -- Oi, Kisei and Eio -- became the youngest player to hold four of the eight major titles at the same time.

Fujii becomes youngest shogi player to hold 4 titles

People in teenage shogi player Sota Fujii's hometown Seto in Aichi Prefecture, central Japan, celebrate on Nov. 13, 2021, after he clinched Ryuo, shogi's most prestigious title, from Masayuki Toyoshima in the fourth match of the best-of-seven series. At 19 years and three months, Fujii, holder of three other major titles -- Oi, Kisei and Eio -- became the youngest player to hold four of the eight major titles at the same time.