Week in Photos: A Photo Journey Around the World

Here’s a look at some of the most striking moments captured across the globe in recent days.

Dr. Kamaran Aziz 2024/09/13 12:49

This aerial view shows a man removing trash from a submerged peach field in Hanoi on September 12, 2024, as heavy rains in the aftermath of Typhoon Yagi brought flooding to northern Vietnam. (Photo: NHAC NGUYEN / AFP)

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ERBIL (Kurdistan24) - From historic landmarks to natural disasters, industrial production to cultural rituals, the world tells its story through captivating images.

Here’s a look at some of the most striking moments captured across the globe in recent days.

Phnom Penh, Cambodia - Family on the Move

A man navigates the streets near the historical Wat Phnom site in Phnom Penh, transporting his family on a motor-cart. The photo, taken on September 13, 2024, captures daily life in the bustling capital.

Sihong, China - Crafting Basketballs in Jiangsu

In a factory in eastern China's Jiangsu province, workers are busy producing basketballs. This snapshot from September 12, 2024, highlights China's growing manufacturing industry.

Pyinmana, Myanmar - Battling Floodwaters

After Typhoon Yagi, two men guide cattle through dangerously high waters in Sin Thay village, Myanmar, on September 13, 2024. The storm has unleashed catastrophic floods across Southeast Asia, causing widespread destruction.

Mexico City, Mexico - A Call for Justice

Local deputies protest judicial reforms in Mexico City’s Congress on September 12, 2024. Holding signs reading “Without justice, there is no future!”, the protest was sparked by a controversial reform proposal by President Andrés Manuel López Obrador.

Karachi, Pakistan - Recycling Efforts in Action

A worker sorts used plastic bottles at a recycling unit in Karachi on September 12, 2024. The image underscores ongoing efforts to tackle environmental challenges.

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - A Unique Scene at Guanabara Bay

Birds and an abandoned couch create an unusual sight at Guanabara Bay on September 12, 2024, highlighting environmental concerns in one of Brazil's most iconic regions.

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - Indigenous Heritage Reclaimed

Tupinamba Indigenous people gather for the presentation of a sacred cloak in Rio de Janeiro. President Lula da Silva marked the event as the beginning of a new chapter for Brazil’s Indigenous communities on September 12, 2024.

Wrightwood, United States - Fighting the Flames

Firefighters work tirelessly to contain the Bridge Fire in California’s Big Pines hills, which has destroyed dozens of homes. This image, captured on September 12, 2024, reveals the devastating impact of wildfires exacerbated by extreme heat.

Zapopan, Mexico - Tennis in Action

Latvia’s Jelena Ostapenko competes in the WTA quarterfinals against Canada’s Marina Stakusic in Zapopan, Mexico, on September 12, 2024. The match showcased top-tier talent in the world of women’s tennis.

North Korea - Kim Jong Un's Nuclear Arsenal

This undated photo released from North Korea's official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) via KNS on September 13, 2024 shows North Korean leader Kim Jong Un (C) inspecting the Nuclear Weapons Institute and the production base of weapon-grade nuclear materials, at an undisclosed location in North Korea.

Singapore - Pope Francis’s Final Stop

Pope Francis, adorned with a flower garland, arrives for an interreligious meeting in Singapore on September 13, 2024. This visit marks the conclusion of his 12-day journey across Asia-Pacific.

Lima, Peru - A Nation Mourns Fujimori

Former President Alberto Fujimori’s coffin arrives for his wake in Lima, Peru, on September 12, 2024. Fujimori’s legacy remains divisive, as he is remembered for both his iron rule and his conviction for human rights violations.

Philadelphia, US - The US Presidential Debate: Trump vs. Harris

Former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks during a presidential debate with US Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on September 10, 2024.

New York, US - 23 Years Since September 11

The Tribute in Light is illuminated on the skyline of lower Manhattan in New York City on the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2024, as seen from Jersey City, New Jersey.

From floods to fires, protests to poignant ceremonies, these images remind us of the diverse and interconnected challenges and triumphs faced by people around the world.