This week's photo selection highlights pivotal moments, including celebrations, tragedies, and unique traditions, showcasing life around the globe as we transition into 2025.
Cold Dips, Fireworks, and a Snapshot of Global Events: Photos of the Week
Cold Dips, Fireworks, and a Snapshot of Global Events: Photos of the Week
A visual journey through diverse celebrations and moments around the world, from New Year's firework displays to winter festivities.
In a vibrant week of global events, stunning images capture the essence of celebrations and significant moments from around the world.
In Essex, England, two individuals engage in a spirited match of Subbuteo at Stephen Morton's home, which is a treasure trove of model football pitches and memorabilia. Each year on December 29, Morton opens his home to fellow fans for a friendly competition.
In South Korea, tragedy struck at Muan International Airport when a Jeju Air plane crashed while landing on December 29, resulting in 179 fatalities. The Boeing 737-800, identified as the deadliest aviation disaster in South Korean history, left only two crew members as survivors.
Across the globe, the Harbin Ice Lantern Art Fair in Heilongjiang, China, enchants visitors with its magnificent ice sculptures. Tourists meander through beautifully illuminated tunnels, showcasing the craftsmanship and creativity of thousands of artisans.
Meanwhile, in Siberia, the mesmerizing Northern Lights dazzled residents of Krasnoyarsk as a solar storm on New Year's Day ignited the skies with vivid colors, welcoming the new year with a breathtaking spectacle.
In Belgium, Hilde Dosogne completed her 366th marathon in Ghent to support breast cancer research, smashing past records and inspiring many with her commitment to the cause.
The turn of the year was celebrated globally with stunning firework displays, including one at Ancol Beach in Jakarta, Indonesia. The night sky was also lit up over the iconic pyramids in Giza, Egypt, as people worldwide welcomed 2025.
In Northern Ireland, revelers took part in a charity swim at Carnlough Harbour, where Angela McClements donned a whimsical 'Where's Wally?' costume to join in the spirited tradition.
In the Gaza Strip, urgent support remains vital as Palestinians scramble for meals amid the ongoing conflict, with a charitable kitchen doing its best to assist those in need.
Additionally, police in Las Vegas reported that an explosion outside the Trump Hotel on New Year's Day, linked to a Tesla Cybertruck containing firework supplies, was not connected to a separate car-ramming incident in New Orleans that led to fatalities and injuries.
This week's photographs paint a vivid tapestry of joy, sorrow, and resilience, reminding us of life's intricate tapestry across the globe.
