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BUCHA, CITY OF DEATH
by Carol Guzy


Body bags of people recovered from a mass grave are lined up at a cemetery as investigators begin the grim task of assessing evidence of war crimes in Bucha, Ukraine on April 9, 2022. Wreckage of war and bodies littered the streets, recently liberated from Russian occupation.

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Shepherd with herd
by Ivo Danchev


Shepherd Nikola poses with his small herd of the endangered Karakachani sheep breed, one of the very few remaining full-blooded herds that have survived after the Balkan tribe, the Karakachani, were forced to abandon their nomadic lifestyle and relinquish their livestock by the c...

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Cranberry Harvest
by Brad Weiner


Cranberries are native to Massachusetts, with numerous cranberry bogs dotting the southeastern region of the state. These berries are harvested using either wet or dry techniques. Using his drone, Brad captured a stunning bird's-eye view of the annual fall harvest, showcasing the...

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Last Minute
by Roberto Hernandez


In the 78th anniversary of Plaza México, more than 42,000 people witness the final minute of a bullfight. Located in the heart of Mexico City, Plaza México is the largest bullring in the world.

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Walking for a new Life
by Luis Acosta


Migrants trekking through the jungle during clandestine journeys through the Darien Gap typically endure five or six days, exposed to all kinds of harsh weather conditions. Over 390,000 individuals have entered Panama through this jungle on their way to the United States.

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Dreams Afloat
by Saad Abdullah


As the sun gently sets over the bustling Sadarghat riverfront in Dhaka, Bangladesh, a scene of tranquil repose unfolds amidst the chaos of the harbor. In the heart of this bustling maritime hub, amidst a heap of wooden boats, a boatman finds solace in sleep.

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Yellow Net 1
by Chin Leong Teo


A large fishing net is deployed in the middle of a river in Vietnam, equipped with a motor to lift and trap fish. This scene was captured during the golden dusk hours.

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Eid Prayer
by Gerdie Hutomo


Muslim people performing Eid prayer in the street during the early morning prayer on the first day of Eid in Jatinegara, Jakarta, Indonesia. Eid prayers, also known as Salat al-Eid, are sacred holiday prayers in the Islamic tradition. Eid is a time when Muslims gather with family...

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Fisherwomen
by Matias Delacroix


Fisherwomen and men pull in a net of fish off the coast of Chuao, Venezuela, in the early morning on June 7, 2023. Some women are embracing a family tradition of fishing or starting new careers after losing jobs during Venezuela's economic crisis.

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Jummah Prayer
by Md Tanveer Hassan Rohan


An aerial view of Bangladeshi Muslims performing Jummah prayer at Suhrawardy Udyan in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Jummah refers to the congregational worship held during the midday prayer time on Fridays.

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Cultural Symphony: Preserving Surin’s Herita
by Mahendra Bakle


In Surin, Thailand, the traditional culture thrives through a symbiotic relationship between elephants, monks, and dedicated locals. This harmonious coexistence underscores a profound commitment to preserving heritage and tradition. The unity of humans and elephants embodies a li...

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