The Atlantic·3 min read·easy
Photos of the Week: Nomad Games, Pushkin Puppet, Lunar Simulation
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Alan Taylor
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This photo essay captures diverse global events from late August to early September 2026. Featured scenes include cultural festivals, natural disasters, and military demonstrations.
Why it matters
It provides a visual summary of current global affairs, highlighting the intersection of human culture and environmental challenges.
A 90-year-old bodybuilding champion in Japan, a memorial for King Harald V of Norway, a kite festival in Indonesia, a marching-band performance in Atlanta, and much more.
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