Photos of the Week: Sky Bar, Kansas Sunset, Flooded Fields
Drought conditions in Spain, heavy snow in California, the Fallas Festival in Spain, the start of Ramadan in Indonesia, cherry blossoms in Japan, a sandstorm in Inner Mongolia, and much more
Why Latin America Keeps Talking About a Common Currency
And is a long way from making it happen
Ogoh-ogoh Parades Welcome the Balinese New Year
Giant demonic effigies are carried through the streets of Bali, then burned in purification ceremonies.
Israeli Democracy Faces a Mortal Threat
If Benjamin Netanyahu and his coalition have their way, my country could deteriorate into a dictatorship.
The Beauty of Earth From Orbit
Recent images of our home planet, seen by crew members of the International Space Station
Zelensky Has an Answer for DeSantis
In an interview, the Ukrainian president makes a pragmatic case for continued American support.
Photos of the Week: Marsh Maze, Volcanic Ash, Dying Star
Early cherry blossoms in Tokyo, heavy snowfall in California, a festival of lights in Croatia, emotional displays at the Academy Awards, a heavy frost in England, and much more
Winners of the 2023 Sony World Photography Awards Open Competition
A collection of some of the winning and shortlisted photos from this year’s competition
China Plays Peacemaker
Brokering the Iran-Saudi deal was a coup for Beijing. Whether Chinese diplomacy makes the world a safer place is another matter.
National Napping Day
A handful of images of snoozy people and animals enjoying the benefits of napping in various locations
The Age of American Naval Dominance Is Over
The United States has ceded the oceans to its enemies. We can no longer take freedom of the seas for granted.
Photos of the Week: Sea Dragon, Mermaid Convention, Inflatable Tank
Speed skating in the Netherlands, a teddy-bear clinic in Belgium, an International Women's Day march in Chile, a cow-look-alike competition for cats in Thailand, and much more
A Month Since the Devastating Earthquake in Turkey
Images from across the quake-hit region over recent weeks
Holi 2023: The Festival of Colors
After two years of limited celebrations due to COVID-19 restrictions, many Holi festivals are back in full swing.
Photos of the Week: Lava Field, London Fox, Leatherback Turtle
A deadly train crash in Greece, the northern lights above Stockholm, an uphill race in Austria, fighting and survival in Ukraine, a traditional sled race in Slovakia, and much more
How Do You Stop Lawmakers From Destroying the Law?
Mexico’s president is destroying democracy from the inside.
Winners of the 2022 World Nature Photography Awards
Some of the top nature photography featured in this year’s competition
What Limits Any U.S. Alliance With India Over China
Though sharing concerns about Beijing’s growing aggression, New Delhi has always been wary of aligning too closely with Washington.
Germany’s Unkept Promise
Olaf Scholz has not delivered on his sweeping vision for a more modern, more active German military.
International Polar Bear Day 2023
A few images of these magnificent white bears in their natural habitat