News in pics: What happened across the world on May 31

Bangalore, May 31: Clashes erupted in Abu Saiba, Bahrain after authorities banned a plan opposition gathering. Police officials used tear gases to disperse the crowds.

Meanwhile, White House press secretary Jay Carney will step down next month. US President Barack Obama announced that Carney will step down later next month, during a surprise visit to the Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House.

The president said principal deputy press secretary Josh Earnest will take over the job.

OneIndia News brings to you news from across the world in pictures.

William applauds before soccer match

Britain's Prince William applauds before the start of the international friendly soccer match between England and Peru at Wembley Stadium in London.

Clashes erupt in Bahrain

A Bahraini anti-government protester kicks away a tear gas canister fired by riot police during clashes in Abu Saiba, Bahrain.

Bali celebrates Kuningan

Balinese prayers receive holy water during a 'Kuningan' prayer at a temple in Bali, Indonesia. Kuningan marks the last day of Galungan celebrations, one of Balinese Hinduism's biggest religious ceremonies.

White House press secretary Jay Carney to step down

President Barack Obama gives White House press secretary Jay Carney a hug after announcing that Carney will step down later next month, during a surprise visit to the Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House.

A kiss and a selfie

Adrienne Bosh wife of Miami Heat player Chris Bosh, kisses tennis player Serena Williams as Willians takes a photo during the first half Game 6 in the NBA basketball playoffs Eastern Conference finals between the Indiana Pacers and the Heat.

Admiring the great sandbark shark

A sandbar shark swims over a walkway during a press visit to the Inbursa Aquarium in Mexico City.

Jumping with joy

France's Jo-Wilfried Tsonga jumps as he defeats Poland's Jerzy Janowicz during the third round match of the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros stadium, in Paris, France.