Washington, DC The US president, Joe Biden, delivers his farewell address to the nation from the Oval Office of the White House Read More »
Meikleour, Scotland Anglers attend the traditional opening day of the salmon fishing season on the River Tay at Kinclaven bridge. According to the Tay district salmon fisheries board, salmon numbers in the area have been declining in recent years – especially among early fish, or springers, which arrive during winter and early spring. Regulations require the mandatory release of all salmon caught in the Tay district between 15 January and 31 March Read More »
Hindu pilgrims take a dip in the sacred waters of the Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna and mythical Saraswati rivers. Photograph: Uttar Pradesh State Information Read More »
North Korea The test launch of a hypersonic missile at an undisclosed location. The country’s supreme leader, Kim Jong-un, said the new weapon system would help deter rivals in the Pacific Read More »
Indian soldiers dance to the tunes of a military band as they take a break during rehearsals for Delhi’s Republic Day parade Photograph Read More »
Banjul, Gambia A procession before an annual hunting festival that marks the new year with music, dancing and a contest between rival societies for the best display of animal heads, masks and costumes Read More »