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1 March 2026

Volunteers with the Backbone Campaign march during a pro-democracy demonstration against U.S. President Donald Trump, wearing costumes of Vice President J.D. Vance, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, Trump, and White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller (left to right), in Washington, D.C., U.S., on February 28, 2026. Demonstrators cited a number of reasons for their opposition to Trump, including his involvement with sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, ICE raids, authoritarian policies, and today's bombing of Iran, among numerous other reasons.

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2 February 2026

Said Chengriha, Chief of Staff of the People's National Army, speaks during the official inauguration of the strategic Bechar-Tindouf-Gara Djebilet railway line and passenger service on February 1, 2026, in Bechar, southwest of Algiers. The Bechar-Tindouf-Gara Djebilet railway line is a 950 km mining and commercial megaproject in Algeria, aimed at transporting iron ore from Gara Djebilet to the north. This structuring infrastructure, managed by the National Agency for Studies and Monitoring of Railway Investment Implementation (ANESRIF), transports 50 million tons of ore annually and boosts the regional economy with long-distance trains and passenger services.

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2 February 2026

Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune (right) stands with Said Chengriha, Chief of Staff of the People's National Army (left), during the official inauguration of the strategic Bechar-Tindouf-Gara Djebilet railway line and passenger service on February 1, 2026, in Bechar, Algeria. The Bechar-Tindouf-Gara Djebilet railway line is a 950 km mining and commercial megaproject in Algeria, aimed at transporting iron ore from Gara Djebilet to the north. This structuring infrastructure, managed by the National Agency for Studies and Monitoring of Railway Investment Implementation (ANESRIF), transports 50 million tons of ore annually and boosts the regional economy with long-distance trains and passenger services.

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2 February 2026

Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune (right) stands with Said Chengriha, Chief of Staff of the People's National Army (left), during the official inauguration of the strategic Bechar-Tindouf-Gara Djebilet railway line and passenger service on February 1, 2026, in Bechar, Algeria. The Bechar-Tindouf-Gara Djebilet railway line is a 950 km mining and commercial megaproject in Algeria, aimed at transporting iron ore from Gara Djebilet to the north. This structuring infrastructure, managed by the National Agency for Studies and Monitoring of Railway Investment Implementation (ANESRIF), transports 50 million tons of ore annually and boosts the regional economy with long-distance trains and passenger services.

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2 February 2026

Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune (right) stands with Said Chengriha, Chief of Staff of the People's National Army (left), during the official inauguration of the strategic Bechar-Tindouf-Gara Djebilet railway line and passenger service on February 1, 2026, in Bechar, Algeria. The Bechar-Tindouf-Gara Djebilet railway line is a 950 km mining and commercial megaproject in Algeria, aimed at transporting iron ore from Gara Djebilet to the north. This structuring infrastructure, managed by the National Agency for Studies and Monitoring of Railway Investment Implementation (ANESRIF), transports 50 million tons of ore annually and boosts the regional economy with long-distance trains and passenger services.

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23 January 2026

Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel attends the ritualistic Basanta Shrawan at the UNESCO enlisted World Heritage Site in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 23, 2026. The annual ritual is attended by the head of the state as well as the executive head of the Himalayan nation, where the chief priest of Hanumandhoka offers the Abhishek, Tika, Garland, and Flowers. Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel worships Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, while a contingent of the Nepali Army presents a ceremonial salute. The event is attended by Vice President Ram Sahay Prasad Yadav, Prime Minister Sushila Karki, National Assembly Chair Narayan Prasad Dahal, ministers, heads of constitutional bodies, Acting Mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City Sunita Dangol, and other distinguished guests. Basanta Panchami is traditionally observed by worshipping Goddess Saraswati, and it is believed that performing Basanta Shrawan on this day brings happiness, peace, and prosperity.

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23 January 2026

Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel attends the ritualistic Basanta Shrawan at the UNESCO enlisted World Heritage Site in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 23, 2026. The annual ritual is attended by the head of the state as well as the executive head of the Himalayan nation, where the chief priest of Hanumandhoka offers the Abhishek, Tika, Garland, and Flowers. Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel worships Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, while a contingent of the Nepali Army presents a ceremonial salute. The event is attended by Vice President Ram Sahay Prasad Yadav, Prime Minister Sushila Karki, National Assembly Chair Narayan Prasad Dahal, ministers, heads of constitutional bodies, Acting Mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City Sunita Dangol, and other distinguished guests. Basanta Panchami is traditionally observed by worshipping Goddess Saraswati, and it is believed that performing Basanta Shrawan on this day brings happiness, peace, and prosperity.

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23 January 2026

Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel attends the ritualistic Basanta Shrawan at the UNESCO enlisted World Heritage Site in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 23, 2026. The annual ritual is attended by the head of the state as well as the executive head of the Himalayan nation, where the chief priest of Hanumandhoka offers the Abhishek, Tika, Garland, and Flowers. Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel worships Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, while a contingent of the Nepali Army presents a ceremonial salute. The event is attended by Vice President Ram Sahay Prasad Yadav, Prime Minister Sushila Karki, National Assembly Chair Narayan Prasad Dahal, ministers, heads of constitutional bodies, Acting Mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City Sunita Dangol, and other distinguished guests. Basanta Panchami is traditionally observed by worshipping Goddess Saraswati, and it is believed that performing Basanta Shrawan on this day brings happiness, peace, and prosperity.

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23 January 2026

Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel attends the ritualistic Basanta Shrawan at the UNESCO enlisted World Heritage Site in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 23, 2026. The annual ritual is attended by the head of the state as well as the executive head of the Himalayan nation, where the chief priest of Hanumandhoka offers the Abhishek, Tika, Garland, and Flowers. Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel worships Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, while a contingent of the Nepali Army presents a ceremonial salute. The event is attended by Vice President Ram Sahay Prasad Yadav, Prime Minister Sushila Karki, National Assembly Chair Narayan Prasad Dahal, ministers, heads of constitutional bodies, Acting Mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City Sunita Dangol, and other distinguished guests. Basanta Panchami is traditionally observed by worshipping Goddess Saraswati, and it is believed that performing Basanta Shrawan on this day brings happiness, peace, and prosperity.

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23 January 2026

Nepali Interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki (center) attends the ritualistic Basanta Shrawan at the UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 23, 2026. The annual ritual is attended by the head of the state as well as the executive head of the Himalayan nation, where the chief priest of Hanumandhoka offers the Abhishek, Tika, Garland, and Flowers. Nepal President Ramchandra Paudel worships Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, while a contingent of the Nepali Army presents a ceremonial salute. The event is attended by Vice President Ram Sahay Prasad Yadav, Prime Minister Sushila Karki, National Assembly Chair Narayan Prasad Dahal, ministers, heads of constitutional bodies, Acting Mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City Sunita Dangol, and other distinguished guests. Basanta Panchami is traditionally observed by worshipping Goddess Saraswati, and it is believed that performing Basanta Shrawan on this day brings happiness, peace, and prosperity.

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23 January 2026

Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel (in grey coat) arrives to attend the ritualistic Basanta Shrawan at the UNESCO enlisted World Heritage Site in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 23, 2026. The annual ritual is attended by the head of the state as well as the executive head of the Himalayan nation, where the chief priest of Hanumandhoka offers the Abhishek, Tika, Garland, and Flowers. Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel worships Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, while a contingent of the Nepali Army presents a ceremonial salute. The event is attended by Vice President Ram Sahay Prasad Yadav, Prime Minister Sushila Karki, National Assembly Chair Narayan Prasad Dahal, ministers, heads of constitutional bodies, Acting Mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City Sunita Dangol, and other distinguished guests. Basanta Panchami is traditionally observed by worshipping Goddess Saraswati, and it is believed that performing Basanta Shrawan on this day brings happiness, peace, and prosperity.

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23 January 2026

Nepali Interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki (center) arrives to attend the ritualistic Basanta Shrawan at the UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 23, 2026. The annual ritual is attended by the head of the state as well as the executive head of the Himalayan nation, where the chief priest of Hanumandhoka offers the Abhishek, Tika, Garland, and Flowers. Nepal President Ramchandra Paudel worships Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, while a contingent of the Nepali Army presents a ceremonial salute. The event is attended by Vice President Ram Sahay Prasad Yadav, Prime Minister Sushila Karki, National Assembly Chair Narayan Prasad Dahal, ministers, heads of constitutional bodies, Acting Mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City Sunita Dangol, and other distinguished guests. Basanta Panchami is traditionally observed by worshipping Goddess Saraswati, and it is believed that performing Basanta Shrawan on this day brings happiness, peace, and prosperity.

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23 January 2026

Nepali Interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki (center) arrives to attend the ritualistic Basanta Shrawan at the UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 23, 2026. The annual ritual is attended by the head of the state as well as the executive head of the Himalayan nation, where the chief priest of Hanumandhoka offers the Abhishek, Tika, Garland, and Flowers. Nepal President Ramchandra Paudel worships Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, while a contingent of the Nepali Army presents a ceremonial salute. The event is attended by Vice President Ram Sahay Prasad Yadav, Prime Minister Sushila Karki, National Assembly Chair Narayan Prasad Dahal, ministers, heads of constitutional bodies, Acting Mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City Sunita Dangol, and other distinguished guests. Basanta Panchami is traditionally observed by worshipping Goddess Saraswati, and it is believed that performing Basanta Shrawan on this day brings happiness, peace, and prosperity.

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23 January 2026

Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel, Vice President Ram Sahaya Prasad Yadav, and Interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki attend the ritualistic Basanta Shrawan at the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 23, 2026. The annual ritual is attended by the head of the state and the executive head of the Himalayan nation, where the chief priest of Hanumandhoka offers the Abhishek, Tika, Garland, and Flowers. Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel worships Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, while a contingent of the Nepali Army presents a ceremonial salute. The event is attended by Vice President Ram Sahaya Prasad Yadav, Prime Minister Sushila Karki, National Assembly Chair Narayan Prasad Dahal, ministers, heads of constitutional bodies, Acting Mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City Sunita Dangol, and other distinguished guests. Basanta Panchami is traditionally observed by worshipping Goddess Saraswati, and it is believed that performing Basanta Shrawan on this day brings happiness, peace, and prosperity.

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23 January 2026

Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel attends the ritualistic Basanta Shrawan at the UNESCO enlisted World Heritage Site in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 23, 2026. The annual ritual is attended by the head of the state as well as the executive head of the Himalayan nation, where the chief priest of Hanumandhoka offers the Abhishek, Tika, Garland, and Flowers. Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel worships Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, while a contingent of the Nepali Army presents a ceremonial salute. The event is attended by Vice President Ram Sahay Prasad Yadav, Prime Minister Sushila Karki, National Assembly Chair Narayan Prasad Dahal, ministers, heads of constitutional bodies, Acting Mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City Sunita Dangol, and other distinguished guests. Basanta Panchami is traditionally observed by worshipping Goddess Saraswati, and it is believed that performing Basanta Shrawan on this day brings happiness, peace, and prosperity.

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23 January 2026

Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel, Vice President Ram Sahaya Prasad Yadav, and Interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki attend the ritualistic Basanta Shrawan at the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 23, 2026. The annual ritual is attended by the head of the state and the executive head of the Himalayan nation, where the chief priest of Hanumandhoka offers the Abhishek, Tika, Garland, and Flowers. Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel worships Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, while a contingent of the Nepali Army presents a ceremonial salute. The event is attended by Vice President Ram Sahaya Prasad Yadav, Prime Minister Sushila Karki, National Assembly Chair Narayan Prasad Dahal, ministers, heads of constitutional bodies, Acting Mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City Sunita Dangol, and other distinguished guests. Basanta Panchami is traditionally observed by worshipping Goddess Saraswati, and it is believed that performing Basanta Shrawan on this day brings happiness, peace, and prosperity.

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