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4 November 2025

The golden window of Patan Durbar opens during the eighth day of the Kartik Naach at Patan Durbar Square in Patan, Nepal, on November 3, 2023, extending into November 4, 2023. This sacred window opens only twice a year and allows the king and courtiers to witness the divine drama. The performance below depicts Hiranyakashipu’s tyranny, Prahlad’s devotion, and Narsingh’s intervention, symbolizing royal and divine recognition of dharma and cosmic order.

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4 November 2025

PRAHLAD, the son of HIRANYAKASHYAPU, performs during the eighth day of the Kartik Naach at Kartik Dabali, Patan Durbar Square, in Patan, Nepal, on November 3, which extends into November 4. The drama retells the legend in which HIRANYAKASHYAPU becomes a tyrant after receiving Brahma’s boon. Despite his father’s attempts to kill him, PRAHLAD grows up as a devout follower of Lord Vishnu. His performance depicts unwavering faith and moral courage, highlighting the triumph of devotion against tyranny before NARSINGH intervenes.

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5 July 2025

Several pro-Trump counter-protesters advocating mass deporations of immigrants greeted hundreds of people demonstrating against U.S. President Donald Trump and his administration on Independence Day, in Washington, D.C., U.S., on July 4, 2025. Police preemptively separated the two groups, averting any problems.

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1 June 2025

The Living Goddess Kumari participates in the celebration of the Bhoto Jatra Festival in Jawalakhel, Nepal, on June 1, 2025. Rato Machindranath, also known as the 'god of rain,' is worshipped by both Hindus and Buddhists in the hope of good rain to prevent drought during the rice plantation season.

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1 June 2025

The Living Goddess Kumari participates in the celebration of the Bhoto Jatra Festival in Jawalakhel, Nepal, on June 1, 2025. Rato Machindranath, also known as the 'god of rain,' is worshipped by both Hindus and Buddhists in the hope of good rain to prevent drought during the rice plantation season.

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11 May 2025

Pope Leo XIV during the Regina Caeli prayer on the balcony of Saint Peter's Basilica in Vatican on May 11, 2025.

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17 January 2025

In this photo illustration the US flag and stock market graph are shown on a computer screen against the TikTok logo displayed on a mobile phone as TikTok might be banned in the US in days - January 17, 2025. The ban of the US version of Chinese app is now checked by the Supreme Court.

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9 January 2025

Millions of faithful gather in the streets of Manila, Philippines, on January 9, 2025, during the solemn procession of the venerated wooden image of Jesus of Nazareth. The Traslacion, a Spanish term meaning ''transfer'' or ''passage,'' holds deep historical and religious significance. Rooted in the 17th century, the event commemorates the transfer of the Black Nazarene from Intramuros to the Quiapo Church. The life-sized statue of Jesus Christ, depicted carrying the cross, is believed to possess miraculous powers, attracting devotees seeking healing, protection, and divine intervention.

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9 January 2025

Millions of faithful gather in the streets of Manila, Philippines, on January 9, 2025, during the solemn procession of the venerated wooden image of Jesus of Nazareth. The Traslacion, a Spanish term meaning ''transfer'' or ''passage,'' holds deep historical and religious significance. Rooted in the 17th century, the event commemorates the transfer of the Black Nazarene from Intramuros to the Quiapo Church. The life-sized statue of Jesus Christ, depicted carrying the cross, is believed to possess miraculous powers, attracting devotees seeking healing, protection, and divine intervention.

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9 January 2025

Millions of faithful gather in the streets of Manila, Philippines, on January 9, 2025, during the solemn procession of the venerated wooden image of Jesus of Nazareth. The Traslacion, a Spanish term meaning ''transfer'' or ''passage,'' holds deep historical and religious significance. Rooted in the 17th century, the event commemorates the transfer of the Black Nazarene from Intramuros to the Quiapo Church. The life-sized statue of Jesus Christ, depicted carrying the cross, is believed to possess miraculous powers, attracting devotees seeking healing, protection, and divine intervention.

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9 January 2025

Millions of faithful gather in the streets of Manila, Philippines, on January 9, 2025, during the solemn procession of the venerated wooden image of Jesus of Nazareth. The Traslacion, a Spanish term meaning ''transfer'' or ''passage,'' holds deep historical and religious significance. Rooted in the 17th century, the event commemorates the transfer of the Black Nazarene from Intramuros to the Quiapo Church. The life-sized statue of Jesus Christ, depicted carrying the cross, is believed to possess miraculous powers, attracting devotees seeking healing, protection, and divine intervention.

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9 January 2025

Millions of faithful gather in the streets of Manila, Philippines, on January 9, 2025, during the solemn procession of the venerated wooden image of Jesus of Nazareth. The Traslacion, a Spanish term meaning ''transfer'' or ''passage,'' holds deep historical and religious significance. Rooted in the 17th century, the event commemorates the transfer of the Black Nazarene from Intramuros to the Quiapo Church. The life-sized statue of Jesus Christ, depicted carrying the cross, is believed to possess miraculous powers, attracting devotees seeking healing, protection, and divine intervention.

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9 January 2025

Millions of faithful gather in the streets of Manila, Philippines, on January 9, 2025, during the solemn procession of the venerated wooden image of Jesus of Nazareth. The Traslacion, a Spanish term meaning ''transfer'' or ''passage,'' holds deep historical and religious significance. Rooted in the 17th century, the event commemorates the transfer of the Black Nazarene from Intramuros to the Quiapo Church. The life-sized statue of Jesus Christ, depicted carrying the cross, is believed to possess miraculous powers, attracting devotees seeking healing, protection, and divine intervention.

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9 January 2025

Millions of faithful gather in the streets of Manila, Philippines, on January 9, 2025, during the solemn procession of the venerated wooden image of Jesus of Nazareth. The Traslacion, a Spanish term meaning ''transfer'' or ''passage,'' holds deep historical and religious significance. Rooted in the 17th century, the event commemorates the transfer of the Black Nazarene from Intramuros to the Quiapo Church. The life-sized statue of Jesus Christ, depicted carrying the cross, is believed to possess miraculous powers, attracting devotees seeking healing, protection, and divine intervention.

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9 January 2025

Millions of faithful gather in the streets of Manila, Philippines, on January 9, 2025, during the solemn procession of the venerated wooden image of Jesus of Nazareth. The Traslacion, a Spanish term meaning ''transfer'' or ''passage,'' holds deep historical and religious significance. Rooted in the 17th century, the event commemorates the transfer of the Black Nazarene from Intramuros to the Quiapo Church. The life-sized statue of Jesus Christ, depicted carrying the cross, is believed to possess miraculous powers, attracting devotees seeking healing, protection, and divine intervention.

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9 January 2025

Millions of faithful gather in the streets of Manila, Philippines, on January 9, 2025, during the solemn procession of the venerated wooden image of Jesus of Nazareth. The Traslacion, a Spanish term meaning ''transfer'' or ''passage,'' holds deep historical and religious significance. Rooted in the 17th century, the event commemorates the transfer of the Black Nazarene from Intramuros to the Quiapo Church. The life-sized statue of Jesus Christ, depicted carrying the cross, is believed to possess miraculous powers, attracting devotees seeking healing, protection, and divine intervention.

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