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21 April 2025

People enter a church through a grand wooden door framed by ornate columns and stone architecture in Weiden, Upper Palatinate, Bavaria, Germany, on April 20, 2025. The building features historical inscriptions and serves as a place of worship and cultural heritage in the city center.

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25 December 2024

Two circus men perform on the Wall of Death in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on December 25, 2024. The Wall of Death is a unique circus performance that leaves audiences on the edge of their seats. It takes place inside a large wooden cylinder, with walls standing almost vertically. The performers, often called daredevils, ride motorcycles or sometimes small cars, racing along the inside walls at high speeds. The centrifugal force keeps them from falling, creating the illusion that they defy gravity. The audience watches this act from above, leaning over the rim of the wooden ring to get a closer look. The loud roar of the engines, combined with the moves of the riders, creates an electrifying atmosphere. As a token of appreciation, spectators often toss money into the ring, rewarding the performers for their courage and skill. This act is not just entertainment; it is a dangerous profession. Riders need years of practice to master the technique and avoid accidents, as even a small mistake can lead to serious injury. Despite the risks, the Wall of Death remains a popular act, admired for its mix of danger, skill, and spectacle. It is a testament to the bravery and dedication of those who perform it, keeping this traditional circus art alive for generations.

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25 December 2024

Two circus men perform on the Wall of Death in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on December 25, 2024. The Wall of Death is a unique circus performance that leaves audiences on the edge of their seats. It takes place inside a large wooden cylinder, with walls standing almost vertically. The performers, often called daredevils, ride motorcycles or sometimes small cars, racing along the inside walls at high speeds. The centrifugal force keeps them from falling, creating the illusion that they defy gravity. The audience watches this act from above, leaning over the rim of the wooden ring to get a closer look. The loud roar of the engines, combined with the moves of the riders, creates an electrifying atmosphere. As a token of appreciation, spectators often toss money into the ring, rewarding the performers for their courage and skill. This act is not just entertainment; it is a dangerous profession. Riders need years of practice to master the technique and avoid accidents, as even a small mistake can lead to serious injury. Despite the risks, the Wall of Death remains a popular act, admired for its mix of danger, skill, and spectacle. It is a testament to the bravery and dedication of those who perform it, keeping this traditional circus art alive for generations.

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25 December 2024

Two circus men perform on the Wall of Death in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on December 25, 2024. The Wall of Death is a unique circus performance that leaves audiences on the edge of their seats. It takes place inside a large wooden cylinder, with walls standing almost vertically. The performers, often called daredevils, ride motorcycles or sometimes small cars, racing along the inside walls at high speeds. The centrifugal force keeps them from falling, creating the illusion that they defy gravity. The audience watches this act from above, leaning over the rim of the wooden ring to get a closer look. The loud roar of the engines, combined with the moves of the riders, creates an electrifying atmosphere. As a token of appreciation, spectators often toss money into the ring, rewarding the performers for their courage and skill. This act is not just entertainment; it is a dangerous profession. Riders need years of practice to master the technique and avoid accidents, as even a small mistake can lead to serious injury. Despite the risks, the Wall of Death remains a popular act, admired for its mix of danger, skill, and spectacle. It is a testament to the bravery and dedication of those who perform it, keeping this traditional circus art alive for generations.

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25 December 2024

Two circus men perform on the Wall of Death in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on December 25, 2024. The Wall of Death is a unique circus performance that leaves audiences on the edge of their seats. It takes place inside a large wooden cylinder, with walls standing almost vertically. The performers, often called daredevils, ride motorcycles or sometimes small cars, racing along the inside walls at high speeds. The centrifugal force keeps them from falling, creating the illusion that they defy gravity. The audience watches this act from above, leaning over the rim of the wooden ring to get a closer look. The loud roar of the engines, combined with the moves of the riders, creates an electrifying atmosphere. As a token of appreciation, spectators often toss money into the ring, rewarding the performers for their courage and skill. This act is not just entertainment; it is a dangerous profession. Riders need years of practice to master the technique and avoid accidents, as even a small mistake can lead to serious injury. Despite the risks, the Wall of Death remains a popular act, admired for its mix of danger, skill, and spectacle. It is a testament to the bravery and dedication of those who perform it, keeping this traditional circus art alive for generations.

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25 December 2024

Two circus men perform on the Wall of Death in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on December 25, 2024. The Wall of Death is a unique circus performance that leaves audiences on the edge of their seats. It takes place inside a large wooden cylinder, with walls standing almost vertically. The performers, often called daredevils, ride motorcycles or sometimes small cars, racing along the inside walls at high speeds. The centrifugal force keeps them from falling, creating the illusion that they defy gravity. The audience watches this act from above, leaning over the rim of the wooden ring to get a closer look. The loud roar of the engines, combined with the moves of the riders, creates an electrifying atmosphere. As a token of appreciation, spectators often toss money into the ring, rewarding the performers for their courage and skill. This act is not just entertainment; it is a dangerous profession. Riders need years of practice to master the technique and avoid accidents, as even a small mistake can lead to serious injury. Despite the risks, the Wall of Death remains a popular act, admired for its mix of danger, skill, and spectacle. It is a testament to the bravery and dedication of those who perform it, keeping this traditional circus art alive for generations.

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25 December 2024

Two circus men perform on the Wall of Death in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on December 25, 2024. The Wall of Death is a unique circus performance that leaves audiences on the edge of their seats. It takes place inside a large wooden cylinder, with walls standing almost vertically. The performers, often called daredevils, ride motorcycles or sometimes small cars, racing along the inside walls at high speeds. The centrifugal force keeps them from falling, creating the illusion that they defy gravity. The audience watches this act from above, leaning over the rim of the wooden ring to get a closer look. The loud roar of the engines, combined with the moves of the riders, creates an electrifying atmosphere. As a token of appreciation, spectators often toss money into the ring, rewarding the performers for their courage and skill. This act is not just entertainment; it is a dangerous profession. Riders need years of practice to master the technique and avoid accidents, as even a small mistake can lead to serious injury. Despite the risks, the Wall of Death remains a popular act, admired for its mix of danger, skill, and spectacle. It is a testament to the bravery and dedication of those who perform it, keeping this traditional circus art alive for generations.

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25 December 2024

Two circus men perform on the Wall of Death in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on December 25, 2024. The Wall of Death is a unique circus performance that leaves audiences on the edge of their seats. It takes place inside a large wooden cylinder, with walls standing almost vertically. The performers, often called daredevils, ride motorcycles or sometimes small cars, racing along the inside walls at high speeds. The centrifugal force keeps them from falling, creating the illusion that they defy gravity. The audience watches this act from above, leaning over the rim of the wooden ring to get a closer look. The loud roar of the engines, combined with the moves of the riders, creates an electrifying atmosphere. As a token of appreciation, spectators often toss money into the ring, rewarding the performers for their courage and skill. This act is not just entertainment; it is a dangerous profession. Riders need years of practice to master the technique and avoid accidents, as even a small mistake can lead to serious injury. Despite the risks, the Wall of Death remains a popular act, admired for its mix of danger, skill, and spectacle. It is a testament to the bravery and dedication of those who perform it, keeping this traditional circus art alive for generations.

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25 December 2024

Two circus men perform on the Wall of Death in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on December 25, 2024. The Wall of Death is a unique circus performance that leaves audiences on the edge of their seats. It takes place inside a large wooden cylinder, with walls standing almost vertically. The performers, often called daredevils, ride motorcycles or sometimes small cars, racing along the inside walls at high speeds. The centrifugal force keeps them from falling, creating the illusion that they defy gravity. The audience watches this act from above, leaning over the rim of the wooden ring to get a closer look. The loud roar of the engines, combined with the moves of the riders, creates an electrifying atmosphere. As a token of appreciation, spectators often toss money into the ring, rewarding the performers for their courage and skill. This act is not just entertainment; it is a dangerous profession. Riders need years of practice to master the technique and avoid accidents, as even a small mistake can lead to serious injury. Despite the risks, the Wall of Death remains a popular act, admired for its mix of danger, skill, and spectacle. It is a testament to the bravery and dedication of those who perform it, keeping this traditional circus art alive for generations.

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25 December 2024

Two circus men perform on the Wall of Death in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on December 25, 2024. The Wall of Death is a unique circus performance that leaves audiences on the edge of their seats. It takes place inside a large wooden cylinder, with walls standing almost vertically. The performers, often called daredevils, ride motorcycles or sometimes small cars, racing along the inside walls at high speeds. The centrifugal force keeps them from falling, creating the illusion that they defy gravity. The audience watches this act from above, leaning over the rim of the wooden ring to get a closer look. The loud roar of the engines, combined with the moves of the riders, creates an electrifying atmosphere. As a token of appreciation, spectators often toss money into the ring, rewarding the performers for their courage and skill. This act is not just entertainment; it is a dangerous profession. Riders need years of practice to master the technique and avoid accidents, as even a small mistake can lead to serious injury. Despite the risks, the Wall of Death remains a popular act, admired for its mix of danger, skill, and spectacle. It is a testament to the bravery and dedication of those who perform it, keeping this traditional circus art alive for generations.

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25 December 2024

Two circus men perform on the Wall of Death in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on December 25, 2024. The Wall of Death is a unique circus performance that leaves audiences on the edge of their seats. It takes place inside a large wooden cylinder, with walls standing almost vertically. The performers, often called daredevils, ride motorcycles or sometimes small cars, racing along the inside walls at high speeds. The centrifugal force keeps them from falling, creating the illusion that they defy gravity. The audience watches this act from above, leaning over the rim of the wooden ring to get a closer look. The loud roar of the engines, combined with the moves of the riders, creates an electrifying atmosphere. As a token of appreciation, spectators often toss money into the ring, rewarding the performers for their courage and skill. This act is not just entertainment; it is a dangerous profession. Riders need years of practice to master the technique and avoid accidents, as even a small mistake can lead to serious injury. Despite the risks, the Wall of Death remains a popular act, admired for its mix of danger, skill, and spectacle. It is a testament to the bravery and dedication of those who perform it, keeping this traditional circus art alive for generations.

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#11895835

25 December 2024

Two circus men thank the crowd for their support in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on December 25, 2024. The ''Wall of Death'' is a unique and thrilling circus performance that leaves audiences on the edge of their seats. It takes place inside a large wooden cylinder, with walls standing almost vertically. The performers, often called ''daredevils,'' ride motorcycles or sometimes small cars, racing along the inside walls at high speeds. The centrifugal force keeps them from falling, creating the illusion that they defy gravity. The audience watches this heart-stopping act from above, leaning over the rim of the wooden ring to get a closer look. The loud roar of the engines, combined with the daring moves of the riders, creates an electrifying atmosphere. As a token of appreciation, spectators often toss money into the ring, rewarding the performers for their courage and skill. This act is not just entertainment; it is a dangerous profession. Riders need years of practice to master the technique and avoid accidents, as even a small mistake can lead to serious injury. Despite the risks, the ''Wall of Death'' remains a popular act, admired for its mix of danger, skill, and spectacle. It is a testament to the bravery and dedication of those who perform it, keeping this traditional circus art alive for generations.

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25 December 2024

A circus man collects money after the show in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on December 25, 2024. The ''Wall of Death'' is a unique circus performance that leaves audiences on the edge of their seats. It takes place inside a large wooden cylinder, with walls standing almost vertically. The performers, often called ''daredevils,'' ride motorcycles or sometimes small cars, racing along the inside walls at high speeds. The centrifugal force keeps them from falling, creating the illusion that they defy gravity. The audience watches this act from above, leaning over the rim of the wooden ring to get a closer look. The loud roar of the engines, combined with the moves of the riders, creates an electrifying atmosphere. As a token of appreciation, spectators often toss money into the ring, rewarding the performers for their courage and skill. This act is not just entertainment; it is a dangerous profession. Riders need years of practice to master the technique and avoid accidents, as even a small mistake can lead to serious injury. Despite the risks, the ''Wall of Death'' remains a popular act, admired for its mix of danger, skill, and spectacle. It is a testament to the bravery and dedication of those who perform it, keeping this traditional circus art alive for generations.

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#11630860

2 October 2024

Iranian people stand next to Israeli flags that are prepared to set on fire during a gathering marking the memory of Lebanon's Hezbollah Secretary General Hassan Nasrallah and an Iranian commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' (IRGC) Quds Force, General Abbas Nilforoushan, in Tehran, Iran, on October 2, 2024. Lebanon's Hezbollah Secretary General, Hassan Nasrallah, and Abbas Nilforoushan, a commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' (IRGC) Quds Force, are killed in a massive Israeli air strike against Hezbollah's headquarters on Friday evening, September 27, in the suburb of Beirut. (Image is rotated vertically).

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2 October 2024

Veiled Iranian women stand next to an Israeli flag that is prepared to be set on fire during a gathering marking the memory of Lebanon's Hezbollah Secretary General Hassan Nasrallah and an Iranian commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' (IRGC) Quds Force, General Abbas Nilforoushan, in Tehran, Iran, on October 2, 2024. Lebanon's Hezbollah Secretary General, Hassan Nasrallah, and Abbas Nilforoushan, a commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' (IRGC) Quds Force, are killed in a massive Israeli air strike against Hezbollah's headquarters on Friday evening, September 27, in the suburb of Beirut. (Image is rotated vertically).

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2 October 2024

A veiled Iranian woman holds an anti-Israeli placard with snacks pasted on it as a symbol of the Israeli Iron Dome, and a Persian script that reads, ''Snacky Iron Dome,'' while she takes part in a gathering marking the memory of Lebanon's Hezbollah Secretary General Hassan Nasrallah and Iranian commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' (IRGC) Quds Force, General Abbas Nilforoushan, in Tehran, Iran, on October 2, 2024. Lebanon's Hezbollah Secretary General, Hassan Nasrallah, and Abbas Nilforoushan, a commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' (IRGC) Quds Force, are killed in a massive Israeli air strike against Hezbollah's headquarters on Friday evening, September 27, in the suburb of Beirut. (Image is rotated vertically). MORTEZA NIKOUBAZL/NurPhoto

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