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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
While November might bring us a step closer to the festive season, polar bears have other plans. They gather 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
British Summer Time ends
British Summer Time ends
Ready to turn back time? Britain does it every autumn, no time machine required. Today, British Summer Time (BST) ends as clocks go back one hour from 2 am BST to 1 am GMT, giving you an extra hour in bed.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
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 2.4-mile 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
Eryri National Park (Snowdonia) in Wales turns 75
Eryri National Park (Snowdonia) in Wales turns 75
If parks could keep birthday diaries, Eryri National Park (Snowdonia) in Wales would have quite the story to tell. The park turns 75 today, marking the anniversary of its designation in 1951. Eryri stretches across 823 square miles, with nine mountain ranges, 74 miles of coastline and habitats ranging from peatlands and native woodlands to upland landscapes. At more than 1,000 metres, Yr Wyddfa is Eryri"s highest point. Nearby, the Carneddau and Glyderau add their own peaks, while Cadair Idris rises in the south. These protected landscapes provide habitats for wildlife and include 17 National Nature Reserves and 56 Sites of Special Scientific Interest.Desktop Version
International Archaeology Day
International Archaeology Day
Some discoveries start with a shovel. Others start with a drawing on a cave wall. International Archaeology Day celebrates both the detective work and the evidence behind them. Organised by the Archaeological Institute of America, this annual event began in 2011 and became International Archaeology Day in 2013 as participation expanded worldwide. Today, it brings archaeology closer to the public through talks, museum programmes, site visits, simulated digs and hands-on activities.Desktop Version
Mount Sneffels, Colorado, United States
Mount Sneffels, Colorado, United States
Some mountains make you work for the view. Mount Sneffels makes you work for the last few hundred feet. Rising to 4,313 metres in Colorado"s San Juan Mountains in the United States, this fourteener is a familiar sight around Ridgway, Ouray and Telluride. It sits within the 16,587-acre (6,713-hectare) Mount Sneffels Wilderness, a protected area designated in 1980. Hikers can reach the mountain from several approaches, including the Yankee Boy Basin and the Blue Lakes area.Desktop Version
Market Square from the Witches Bridge, Wroclaw, Poland
Market Square from the Witches Bridge, Wroclaw, Poland
As twilight settles over Wroclaw, golden light spills across rooftops, church towers and one of Central Europe"s most striking historic centres. This southwestern Polish city spans islands and waterways linked by more than 100 bridges, blending medieval architecture with vibrant modern life. At its heart is Rynek, a lively Market Square established in the 13th century and home to the Gothic Old Town Hall, one of Wroclaw"s most recognisable landmarks.Desktop Version
Ammonite fossils from the Jurassic Period
Ammonite fossils from the Jurassic Period
How do we know what Earth looked like long before humans appeared? Fossils provide many clues. From dinosaurs to tiny marine organisms, these remnants of the past preserve snapshots of ancient worlds that no longer exist.Desktop Version
Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia
Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia
Water seems to be everywhere at Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia. Sixteen terraced lakes are linked by a network of waterfalls, streams and cascades that wind through forested limestone canyons. The constantly changing colours of the water, ranging from emerald green to deep blue, are shaped by minerals, sunlight and ever-changing reflections. Established in 1949, Plitvice Lakes is Croatia"s oldest and largest national park. The landscape is famous for its tufa barriers, natural limestone formations created as mineral-rich water deposits calcium carbonate over centuries. These barriers continue to grow and change, gradually transforming the park"s waterfalls and lakes.Desktop Version
Mumbles Pier, Swansea, Wales
Mumbles Pier, Swansea, Wales
What do you get when a railway, a lifeboat station and a seaside day out meet at the water"s edge? Mumbles Pier. Stretching 255 metres into Swansea Bay, this Victorian landmark opened on 10 May 1898 and has been part of the Welsh coast ever since.Desktop Version
Glade Creek Grist Mill, West Virginia, United States
Glade Creek Grist Mill, West Virginia, United States
Surrounded by a patchwork of red, orange and gold, Glade Creek Grist Mill stands above the rocky waters of Glade Creek in West Virginia"s Babcock State Park, United States. Although it looks like a relic from the pioneer era, the mill is actually a carefully crafted tribute to Appalachia"s milling heritage.Desktop Version
World Migratory Bird Day
World Migratory Bird Day
World Migratory Bird Day celebrates one of nature"s greatest journeys. Observed each year in May and October, the global campaign reflects migration patterns around the world and highlights the importance of protecting the habitats and flyways that birds depend on. "Every Bird Counts—Your Observations Matter!" is the 2026 theme, emphasising how observations by individuals and communities can contribute to bird research, monitoring and conservation, helping scientists better understand migration.Desktop Version