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May 1, 2026
Labour Day marches and Buddha’s birthday: photos of the day
The Guardian’s picture editors select photographs from around the world

TL;DR
- May Day and Labour Day events occurred globally, with protests concerning worker rights.
- Buddha's birthday was celebrated by Buddhist devotees in Nepal.
- Performances, exhibitions, and sporting events took place in various locations.
- Reports highlighted humanitarian concerns in Palestine and the demographic crisis in Ukraine.