Lava on the street, lack of snow in Schwende (AI) and the carnival begins: these are the photos of the week.
Legend:
The winner of the annual ferret racing championship in England – yes, that really exists – is called Stout. The ferrets race in pairs through specially made tubes, with the one who completes the route first winning. (February 7, 2024)
Reuters/Lee Smith
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On Dirty Thursday, carnival participants in Lucerne enjoy the annual “Fötzeliräge” early in the morning at the day watch. (February 8th)
Keystone/Urs Flueeler
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What exciting thing is there to see on this cell phone screen? (February 8th)
Keystone/Urs Flueeler
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Sometimes a picture really just says more than 1000 words. (Buenos Aires, February 8, 2024)
AP Photo/Rodrigo Abd
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2024 is the Year of the Dragon – at least in China. New Year’s Day is celebrated there on February 10th.
AP Photo/Andy Wong
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Legend:
The British newspapers are full of this headline.
Reuters/HOLLIE ADAMS
Legend:
Synchronized swimming looks unique not only above but also under water.
REUTERS/Marko Djurica
Legend:
It’s the Africa Cup – his team Nigeria is in the final. This takes place on Sunday evening at 9:00 p.m. Nigeria’s opponent is Ivory Coast.
Reuters/Siphiwe Sibeko
Legend:
Sounds from dizzying heights: In his performance Piano Vertical, the Swiss composer Alain Roche plays the piano attached to a crane from 6 a.m. onwards. (February 5)
Reuters/Louisa Off
Tagesschau, February 8, 2024, 12:45 p.m.; agencies/stal;kobt
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