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One day before Russia's annexation of Crimea in 2014, photographer Pierre Crom arrived to document the unfolding conflict and its impact on the region.
90% of Libya is desert, yet it also features the best-preserved Roman city in the world, Leptis Magna, built over 2,000 years ago.
Stephen Dupont, a war photographer, captures the chaos of a suicide blast in Afghanistan while reflecting on the dangers faced by journalists in conflict zones.
Five family members are buried in the sand that killed them as a man reads from the Quran, a moment captured by photographer Alison Wright.
Heinrich Hoffmann began his association with Adolf Hitler in 1920 and became the only photographer allowed to capture the leader officially until 1945.
Unsung heroes write, photograph, and deliver the U.S. military's oldest newspaper along a perilous route in Afghanistan, showcasing their vital role.
David Pratt's personal archive of images and footage offers a unique perspective on the complex and often devastating conflicts in Afghanistan.
Lebanon grapples with the aftermath of the 2020 Beirut explosion, economic collapse, and political instability, as three young artists explore trauma and resilience.
On March 30, 1981, a photographer captured the moment President Ronald Reagan was shot, marking a significant turning point in American history.
Nicole Tung reflects on her experiences with journalist Jim Foley in conflict zones, detailing the events leading to his capture in Libya and Syria.
Study how fire and wind create their own weather during wildfires and survival stories.
A Libyan soldier captures an Isis militant on the last day of the war in Sirte, where less than 200 fighters remain surrounded and outnumbered.
In Changsha, a Beijing photojournalist investigates the widespread production and sale of counterfeit food products that endanger the health of millions in China.
David Guttenfelder made about 40 trips to North Korea as the first western photographer with regular access, documenting life beyond government propaganda.
Anastasia Taylor-Lind captures the lives of women in isolated communities, including Siberian supermodels and Cossack military trainees.
Finbarr O'Reilly captures bare-knuckle boxing in Madagascar and Buzkashi in Afghanistan.
Goran Tomašević, a Serbian photographer, captures global conflicts for Reuters from Belgrade.
Matt Heron captures racial tension and police brutality in Mississippi during the civil rights movement.
John D. McHugh follows US troops in Afghanistan during Fighting Season from 2007 to 2008.
A Gaza photojournalist highlights the resilience and struggles of Palestinians, emphasizing the need for their voices to be heard amid ongoing conflict.
Photographer Alex Iacob explores Romania's abandoned breweries, deserted cinemas, and forgotten spa towns, highlighting their architectural heritage and preservation needs.
Lou Dematteis recounts capturing Eugene Hasenfus after his plane was shot down in Nicaragua.
In Lagos, Nigeria, a group of men risks their lives by hiding on the rudder of an oil tanker for eleven days in search of better opportunities in Europe.
Princess Diana's tragic death in Paris on August 31, 1997, is examined through the lens of paparazzi involvement and the ensuing media frenzy.
Two members of the Guajaj tribe confront illegal loggers in the Amazon, firing guns and burning a truck to protect their territory from exploitation.
LeBron James, a billionaire and advocate for the Black Lives Matter movement, is profiled alongside a critical analysis of his Vanity Fair photograph by Gillian Laub.
Mads Nissen captures love amid conflict in his series 'They Were Hiding Their Sins.'
A secret photo reveals the cramped worker accommodation in an industrial area of Doha just months before the Qatar World Cup in December 2022.
Despite legal protections, trans photojournalist Zoya still struggles to support herself. Join her in Mumbai as she shares her story through photography, advocacy, and daily hustle.
