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Albino actress overcomes discrimination and abuse, champions rights for people with albinism
No one befriended me at school. Instead, the children spat on me, ridiculed me, and hurled hurtful names at me.
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Venezuelans engage in widespread protest against Presidential election results, murmurs arise of another mass exodus of migrants
The people moved forward toward the city center as the rain began to fall. The youth chanted slogans about charting their own future. I saw people walking barefoot. Older citizens mingled with children like some sort of utopia. After decades of being immersed in fear and hiding their political ideologies, people from many different beliefs descended – discontent but hopeful.
From the open door of a helicopter, award-winning photographer presents breathtaking views and hidden treasures
Flying without doors allows me to lean out or down, capturing sharp, clear images of scenes that inspire me. The unexpected discoveries of symmetrical patterns and textures, whether man-made or natural, vibrant or muted, often evoke a deep sense of balance, harmony, and peace.
A nation in chaos: over 600 killed in Bangladesh since anti-government protests erupted in July
Bangladesh remains home to 170 million people with "one of the fastest growing economies in the world," but 18 million university grads struggle to find jobs. They face higher unemployment than their less-educated peers. The quota felt like a slap in the face.
Determined to provide for her children, Zimbabwean mother turns to sex work, faces exploitation and health risks
On a regular business day, I arranged a deal with a client, and we had intercourse as agreed. To my surprise, he refused to pay after the session. The client argued that people should freely enjoy sex without any financial exchange. Feeling powerless, I watched him walk away without paying for my service.
Fire erupts during music festival trapping passengers on ferris wheel in Germany
The firefighters aimed their hoses at the bottom of the ride to contain the fire, but it spread and the passenger car next to the trapped riders ignited. When the second passenger car caught fire, chaos erupted. Fear consumed me as I looked up at the passengers.
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