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Chhath Puja
Chhath Puja
As the Sun dips towards the horizon, the Damodar River becomes a gathering place for Chhath Puja. The four-day Hindu festival is dedicated to Surya, the Sun God, and Chhathi Maiya. Mainly observed in Bihar, Jharkhand and Uttar Pradesh, as well as parts of Nepal, it is a celebration of gratitude for the Sun and its life-sustaining energy. Devotees observe fasting and gather beside rivers and other bodies of water to pray. One of the festival"s most distinctive traditions is offering prayers to both the setting and rising sun, creating striking scenes as families and communities gather at the water"s edge at dusk and dawn.Desktop Version
North Window, Arches National Park, Moab, Utah
North Window, Arches National Park, Moab, Utah
Just north of Moab, Utah, Arches National Park is home to more than 2,000 natural sandstone arches – the densest concentration of arches in the world. Today"s image, North Window, is one of the best-known formations in the park"s Windows Section, where towering fins, openings and sculpted sandstone create a landscape that looks almost architectural.Desktop Version
The Atlantic Forest, Brazil
The Atlantic Forest, Brazil
The Atlantic Forest is one of the world"s great biodiversity hotspots, stretching along much of Brazil"s Atlantic coast and into Argentina and Paraguay. Its landscape includes tropical and subtropical forests, mangroves and coastal habitats, providing a home for around 20,000 plant species and an extraordinary variety of wildlife, including jaguars and golden lion tamarins. Much of the forest has disappeared over the centuries, but it continues to play an important role in storing carbon and providing fresh water for millions of people across the region.Desktop Version
Aerial view of Rose Island, The Bahamas
Aerial view of Rose Island, The Bahamas
From above, Rose Island looks like a brushstroke of green surrounded by every shade of blue. Just five kilometres east of Paradise Island in The Bahamas, this slender cay trades busy roads and city blocks for sandy shores, shallow waters and an inland lagoon. Its peaceful appearance comes with a touch of movie drama. Rose Island was used as a filming location for the 1965 James Bond adventure "Thunderball", including the explosive destruction of the Disco Volante.Desktop Version
Historic district of Triana, Seville, Spain
Historic district of Triana, Seville, Spain
Cross the Guadalquivir River in Seville, the capital of Spain"s Andalusia region, and the city"s rhythm seems to change. On the other side lies Triana, a colourful neighbourhood where ceramics, flamenco and local traditions are woven into everyday life. Since the 19th century, the Isabel II Bridge, also known as the Triana Bridge, has connected the neighbourhood to Seville"s historic centre.Desktop Version
Happy Diwali!
Happy Diwali!
Across India, Diwali brings homes, streets and neighbourhoods to life with the warm glow of lanterns, diyas and colourful decorations. Known as the Festival of Lights, it celebrates themes of hope, new beginnings and the triumph of light over darkness. Traditions vary across the country, but for many families, the festivities include creating rangoli, performing Lakshmi Puja, exchanging sweets and gifts, and spending time with loved ones. Diwali is also associated with Lord Rama"s return to Ayodhya after defeating Ravana. More than a festival, it"s a time for togetherness, reflection and welcoming the year ahead with optimism.Desktop Version
A bison in Theodore Roosevelt National Park, USA
A bison in Theodore Roosevelt National Park, USA
Bison are among the largest land mammals in the world, capable of weighing up to 900 kilograms and reaching speeds of 65 kilometres per hour despite their massive size. Despite often being called a buffalo, the American bison is not one of the true buffaloes, which are native to Africa and Asia. Its scientific name, Bison bison, leaves little room for confusion.Desktop Version
Bamboo forest, Haleakalā National Park, Maui, Hawaii
Bamboo forest, Haleakalā National Park, Maui, Hawaii
A volcano, a rainforest and a bamboo grove? Haleakalā National Park on Maui has all three. Spanning Maui from its 3,055-metre summit to the coast, the park protects landscapes that change dramatically with elevation, rainfall and temperature. It was established in 1916 as part of Hawaii National Park and became its own national park in 1961. The name Haleakalā translates to "House of the Sun", reflecting the Hawaiian mo"olelo of Māui capturing the Sun to lengthen the day.Desktop Version
Black Crag, Lake District, England
Black Crag, Lake District, England
A simple wooden stile leads into one of England"s most celebrated landscapes. The Lake District, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a patchwork of shimmering lakes, rugged fells and centuries-old stone walls, all shaped by both nature and farming traditions.Desktop Version
Colourful bald cypress, Xuancheng, Anhui, China
Colourful bald cypress, Xuancheng, Anhui, China
People paddle through a glowing maze of bald cypress in Xuancheng, Anhui, where autumn transforms flooded woodlands into a tapestry of amber, copper and deep rust. Known scientifically as "Taxodium distichum", bald cypress is unusual among conifers because it sheds its soft, feathery needles each fall, turning reddish-brown before they drop.Desktop Version
Lake Braies, Dolomites, Italy
Lake Braies, Dolomites, Italy
Lake Braies sits almost 1,500 metres above sea level in the Dolomites of South Tyrol, northern Italy. Surrounded by forest and the dramatic peaks of the Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park, the lake is known for its striking green and blue waters. A 3.5-kilometre trail circles the shore, while traditional wooden rowing boats offer another way to take in the scenery. The lake is also a starting point for several mountain walks, including the Dolomites" famous Alta Via 1.Desktop Version
Polar Bear Week
Polar Bear Week
These polar bears are gathering along the shores of Hudson Bay in Manitoba, Canada, waiting for sea ice to form so they can head back out to hunt seals. That annual spectacle inspired Polar Bear Week, observed during the first week of November, a celebration of the Arctic"s largest land predator. Polar bears are powerful swimmers, expert hunters and remarkably adapted to life in one of Earth"s harshest environments. Yet shrinking sea ice means many spend longer on land, making it harder to find food and raising the risk of encounters with people.Desktop Version
Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Today we"re enjoying the misty views sweeping across the Black Forest, which stretches for around 160 kilometres across south-west Germany, bringing together wooded hills, deep valleys, lakes and charming towns. Its highest point, Feldberg, rises to 1,493 metres, while the Black Forest is also the starting point for the Danube and Neckar rivers. There"s plenty of history and tradition here too. Forestry has long played an important role in the region, while its centuries-old clockmaking heritage helped make the distinctive cuckoo clock famous far beyond Germany.Desktop Version
Its Halloween!
Its Halloween!
Forget the fog machine. Frankfurt, Germany, has something far more effective: a Gothic cathedral with a tower that looks ready for a midnight séance. St Bartholomew"s Cathedral, seen here, has the medieval silhouette Halloween practically ordered for itself. But the festival"s own history is even stranger.Desktop Version
Sandhill cranes, New Mexico, USA
Sandhill cranes, New Mexico, USA
Winter brings a familiar rhythm to Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge in New Mexico. The cranes arrive, wetlands fill with birds, and this area becomes a hub for seasonal wildlife. Established in 1939, the 57,331-acre sanctuary was created to provide a protected stopover for migrating waterfowl. Its wetlands, fields and waterways now support wildlife throughout the year. Sandhill cranes, seen in today"s image, are especially associated with the refuge during winter.Desktop Version
Standing stones at Avebury in Wiltshire, England
Standing stones at Avebury in Wiltshire, England
As morning mist drifts among the standing stones of Avebury in Wiltshire, England, the scene feels almost timeless. These ancient megaliths form part of one of the world"s most remarkable prehistoric landscapes, centred on a vast Neolithic monument built around 4,500 years ago. Avebury contains the world"s largest prehistoric stone circle, as well as a massive henge and stone avenues extending into the surrounding countryside. Together with nearby monuments such as Silbury Hill and West Kennet Avenue, it forms part of an extensive Neolithic complex that has fascinated generations of visitors, researchers and archaeologists.Desktop Version
Kunětická hora Castle, Bohemia, Czechia
Kunětická hora Castle, Bohemia, Czechia
What stories could these walls tell? Rising above eastern Bohemia in Czechia, Kunětická hora Castle has witnessed centuries of history. Dating to the late 14th century, the castle gradually evolved into an impressive fortress and noble residence. Its elevated position offered commanding views of the surrounding countryside and helped make it an important stronghold.Desktop Version
A grove of pond cypress trees, Georgia, United States
A grove of pond cypress trees, Georgia, United States
Reflected in calm water and glowing in the light of the setting sun, this grove of pond cypress creates a striking display of colour and symmetry. Native to the southeastern United States, the species is associated with shallow ponds, depressions and wetland habitats. This image was captured in Georgia, where these trees can be found in places such as the Okefenokee Swamp and other low-lying wetlands.Desktop Version
Autumn waterfalls near Sitovo, Plovdiv Province, Bulgaria
Autumn waterfalls near Sitovo, Plovdiv Province, Bulgaria
In Bulgaria"s Western Rhodope Mountains, autumn leaves gather beside the rushing waters of Sitovo Waterfall. Near the village of Sitovo, southwest of Plovdiv, the falls tumble beneath an old stone bridge whose arch frames the cascades like a storybook scene. Moss-covered stones and pine trees add shades of green to the autumn landscape, while fallen leaves gather along the water"s edge or drift through its pools. The falls become especially lively after rain and during spring snowmelt, when the surrounding woodland echoes with the sound of rushing water.Desktop Version
Grand Canal in Venice, Italy
Grand Canal in Venice, Italy
What if a city"s busiest street had no road? In Venice, Italy, traffic flows along the Grand Canal, a 3.9-kilometre waterway that winds through the city in a giant reverse S-shape. Known to locals as the Canalazzo, it is Venice"s main water-traffic corridor, carrying vaporetti, water taxis, gondolas, police boats and other vessels. The canal follows the course of an ancient river that once flowed into the Venetian Lagoon.Desktop Version
Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Today we"re inside the Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where the humble act of opening a book took on grand architectural ambitions. Founded in 1837 by 43 Portuguese immigrants, just 15 years after Brazil"s independence, the institution eventually moved into the building seen here, completed half a century later in a lavish Neo-Manueline style. Shelves soar over 20 metres around a vast reading room, crowned by a monumental stained-glass skylight that makes daylight part of the design.Desktop Version
Wolf Awareness Week
Wolf Awareness Week
Two grey wolves move through the sagebrush of Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming, home to some of North America"s most closely watched wolf packs. Their thick coats help them withstand harsh winters, and their keen senses make them skilled hunters and communicators.Desktop Version
Autumn in Naejangsan National Park, South Korea
Autumn in Naejangsan National Park, South Korea
Few places in South Korea capture the magic of autumn quite like Naejangsan National Park, where mountainsides glow in brilliant shades of scarlet, orange, yellow and gold. Located in the country"s southwest, the park is particularly famous for its vivid maple colours, making it one of Korea"s premier destinations for autumn scenery. Its name, meaning "many secrets in the mountains," reflects the varied landscapes found throughout the region.Desktop Version
Nguyen Hoang Bridge, Hue, Vietnam
Nguyen Hoang Bridge, Hue, Vietnam
Bridging the gap between old and new, Nguyen Hoang Bridge gives Hue"s skyline a fresh connection. Spanning the Perfume River in Vietnam, the modern steel-arch landmark opened to traffic on 26 March 2025. Its design, called "The Crane Facing Thien Mu," draws inspiration from a local legend and nearby Thien Mu Pagoda.Desktop Version
International Sloth Day
International Sloth Day
Slow and steady wins the race—and the brown-throated sloth seems perfectly happy to skip the race altogether. On International Sloth Day, this three-toed mammal offers a different lesson in getting by: conserve energy, hang on and take your time.Desktop Version