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7 January 2026

The Gazania flower, also known as the treasure flower or African daisy, is a South African annual that thrives in hot, dry summers and full sun. It is part of the daisy family (Asteraceae) and produces large, daisy-like composite flowerheads in shades of yellow and orange over a long period in summer. A unique trait is that they open in sunlight and close when it is cloudy or at night. They are often planted as drought-tolerant groundcover. This photo is taken in Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on January 7, 2026.

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7 January 2026

The Gazania flower, also known as the treasure flower or African daisy, is a South African annual that thrives in hot, dry summers and full sun. Part of the daisy family (Asteraceae), it produces large, daisy-like composite flowerheads in shades of yellow and orange over a long period in summer. A unique trait is that they open in sunlight and close when it is cloudy or at night. They are often planted as drought-tolerant groundcover. This photo is taken in Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on January 7, 2026.

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27 December 2025

A vulture flies away after being displaced from a tree by an incoming roseate spoonbill at the Orlando Wetlands in Christmas, Florida, on December 26, 2025. Known for their striking pink plumage and unique, spatula-shaped bills, these wading birds sift through shallow waters to catch small fish and crustaceans.

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23 August 2025

The sunset occurs in Molfetta, Italy, on August 19, 2025, as seen from the Molfetta seafront. Apulia, a region located in the easternmost part of the Italian peninsula, receives sunlight earlier than other areas. During the summer, the sun rises in the northeast and sets in the northwest, influencing the quality and angle of the light. Sunrises and sunsets are characteristic of all Apulian towns, with their unique skies.

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23 August 2025

The sun rises in Molfetta, Italy, on August 12, 2025, near the port by Molfetta Cathedral. Apulia, a region located in the easternmost part of the Italian peninsula, receives sunlight earlier than other areas. During the summer, the sun rises in the northeast and sets in the northwest, influencing the quality and angle of the light. Sunrises and sunsets are characteristic of all Apulian towns, with their unique skies.

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23 August 2025

The sun sets in Molfetta, near Molfetta Cathedral, in Apulia, Italy, on August 21, 2025. Apulia, a region located in the easternmost part of the Italian peninsula, receives sunlight earlier than other areas. During the summer, the sun rises in the northeast and sets in the northwest, influencing the quality and angle of the light. Sunrises and sunsets characterize all Apulian towns with their unique skies.

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23 August 2025

The sun rises in Giovinazzo, Italy, on August 19, 2025, as seen from the small port of Giovinazzo. Apulia, a region located in the easternmost part of the Italian peninsula, receives sunlight earlier than other areas. During the summer, the sun rises in the northeast and sets in the northwest, influencing the quality and angle of the light. Sunrises and sunsets characterize all Apulian towns, with their unique skies.

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21 March 2025

A street food vendor sells Vietnamese spring rolls and Vietnamese pizza from a bicycle cart, illuminated by streetlights, in Hanoi, Vietnam, on March 20, 2025. Two young men sit on motorbikes, chatting while having their snacks. The bustling atmosphere includes pedestrians, motorbikes, and neon-lit streets, characteristic of Hanoi's nightlife.

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21 March 2025

A street food vendor sells Vietnamese spring rolls and Vietnamese pizza from a bicycle cart, illuminated by streetlights, in Hanoi, Vietnam, on March 20, 2025. Two young men sit on motorbikes, chatting while having their snacks. The bustling atmosphere includes pedestrians, motorbikes, and neon-lit streets, characteristic of Hanoi's nightlife.

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#11916708

4 January 2025

A group of horses rests in one of the breeding areas near a forest in the village of Akureyri, Iceland, on December 26, 2024. The Icelandic horse is a unique breed originating in Iceland, known for its endurance and versatility. Small to medium in size, they have a robust conformation and long manes. They are well adapted to the harsh climatic conditions of their native country and are famous for their two unique gaits, the "tölt" and "flying pace," which distinguish them from other breeds. Their calm temperament makes them ideal for riders of all levels. In addition to their use in agriculture and transportation, they are valued in equestrian sports. Responsible breeding ensures that their unique characteristics are preserved, and their popularity grows beyond Iceland, attracting horse lovers from all over the world.

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#11916711

4 January 2025

A general view shows an Icelandic horse's face resting in one of the breeding grounds near a forest in the village of Akureyri in Iceland on December 26, 2024. The Icelandic horse is a unique breed originating in Iceland, known for its endurance and versatility. Small to medium in size, they have a robust conformation and long manes. They are well adapted to the harsh climatic conditions of their native country and are famous for their two unique gaits, the ''tolt'' and ''flokk,'' which distinguish them from other breeds. Their calm temperament makes them ideal for riders of all levels. In addition to their use in agriculture and transportation, they are valued in equestrian sports. Responsible breeding ensures that their unique characteristics are preserved, and their popularity grows beyond Iceland, attracting horse lovers from all over the world.

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#11916714

4 January 2025

A group of horses rests in one of the breeding areas near the coast of the village of Akureyri in Iceland on December 26, 2024. The Icelandic horse is a unique breed originating in Iceland, known for its endurance and versatility. Small to medium in size, they have a robust conformation and long manes. They are well adapted to the harsh climatic conditions of their native country and are famous for their two unique gaits, the "tölt" and "flokk," which distinguish them from other breeds. Their calm temperament makes them ideal for riders of all levels. In addition to their use in agriculture and transportation, they are valued in equestrian sports. Responsible breeding ensures that their unique characteristics are preserved, and their popularity grows beyond Iceland, attracting horse lovers from all over the world.

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#11916718

4 January 2025

A group of horses rests in one of the breeding areas near a forest in the village of Akureyri, Iceland, on December 26, 2024. The Icelandic horse is a unique breed originating in Iceland, known for its endurance and versatility. Small to medium in size, they have a robust conformation and long manes. They are well adapted to the harsh climatic conditions of their native country and are famous for their two unique gaits, the "tölt" and "flying pace," which distinguish them from other breeds. Their calm temperament makes them ideal for riders of all levels. In addition to their use in agriculture and transportation, they are valued in equestrian sports. Responsible breeding ensures that their unique characteristics are preserved, and their popularity grows beyond Iceland, attracting horse lovers from all over the world.

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#11916721

4 January 2025

A horseman guides an Icelandic horse through a breeding area near a forest in the village of Akureyri in Iceland on December 26, 2024. The Icelandic horse is a unique breed originating in Iceland, known for its endurance and versatility. Small to medium in size, they have a robust conformation and long manes. They are well adapted to the harsh climatic conditions of their native country and are famous for their two unique gaits, the ''tolt'' and ''flokk,'' which distinguish them from other breeds. Their calm temperament makes them ideal for riders of all levels. In addition to their use in agriculture and transportation, they are valued in equestrian sports. Responsible breeding ensures that their unique characteristics are preserved, and their popularity grows beyond Iceland, attracting horse lovers from all over the world.

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#11916723

4 January 2025

A rider leads an Icelandic horse in a stable belonging to a breeding and training center near the village of Akureyri, Iceland, on December 26, 2024. The Icelandic horse is a unique breed originating in Iceland, known for its endurance and versatility. Small to medium in size, they have a robust conformation and long manes. They are well adapted to the harsh climatic conditions of their native country and are famous for their two unique gaits, the "tolt" and "flokk," which distinguish them from other breeds. Their calm temperament makes them suitable for riders of all levels. In addition to their use in agriculture and transportation, they are valued in equestrian sports. Responsible breeding ensures that their unique characteristics are preserved, and their popularity grows beyond Iceland, attracting horse lovers from all over the world.

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#11916725

4 January 2025

A female rider grooms an Icelandic horse in a stable belonging to a breeding and training center near the village of Akureyri in Iceland on December 26, 2024. The Icelandic horse is a unique breed originating in Iceland, known for its endurance and versatility. Small to medium in size, they have a robust conformation and long manes. They are well adapted to the harsh climatic conditions of their native country and are famous for their two unique gaits, the "tolt" and "flokk," which distinguish them from other breeds. Their calm temperament makes them ideal for riders of all levels. In addition to their use in agriculture and transportation, they are valued in equestrian sports. Responsible breeding ensures that their unique characteristics are preserved, and their popularity grows beyond Iceland, attracting horse lovers from all over the world.

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