News in Pics, February 9: Best photos from around the world

A protester wears a sign calling for the release of detained civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi as they take part in a demonstration against the military coup in Yangon. Credit: AFP Photo.

A member of the Kun Seng Keng Lion and Dragon Dance Association, touches an ox mask designed for Lunar New Year at a training centre, in Muar, Malaysia. Credit: Reuters Photo.

A police officer aims at demonstrators during protests against Haiti's President Jovenel Moise, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Credit: Reuters Photo.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attends the first day of the 2nd plenary meeting of the 8th Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK) in North Korea. Credit: AFP Photo.

Members of the Los Angeles Tenants Union protest against evictions and give out food for the homeless in Hollywood, California. Credit: AFP Photo.

The 'Taste the Rainbow' house float located on Ponce de Leon Street, is one of thousands decorated in celebration of Mardi Gras in New Orleans, Louisiana, US. Credit: Reuters Photo.