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Forecast: Bolivia gripped by nationwide protests, USMCA talks begin, and Ebola outbreak grips parts of Africa

Factal May 21, 2026

The image depicts a vast crowd of people gathered around the Kaaba, the cube-shaped building located at the center of the Grand Mosque in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. The Kaaba is covered with a black cloth adorned with gold-embroidered calligraphy. The crowd, mostly dressed in white, indicates a large number of pilgrims performing the Hajj. The surrounding architecture of the mosque features multiple levels with grand, arched walls and ornate detailing. In the background, modern skyscrapers can be seen rising above the mosque, juxtaposing traditional religious structures with contemporary urban development. The gathering is densely packed, illustrating the massive scale of the religious event.

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Forecast: Bolivia gripped by nationwide protests, USMCA talks begin, and Ebola outbreak grips parts of Africa