The Atlantic·2 min read·easy
Photos of the Week: Mudflat Trot, Waterfall Jump, Pole Vault
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Alan Taylor
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A photo essay capturing various global events from the second week of August 2026, including sports, natural disasters, and cultural festivals. The collection highlights diverse scenes ranging from a horse race in Germany to wildfire recovery in Indonesia and earthquake relief efforts in Colombia.
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Provides a visual record of significant global news events, documenting both human achievement and the impact of natural disasters.
A pig-squealing championship in France, the annual City2Surf fun run in Australia, a total solar eclipse over Spain, and much more
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