Some of the most important events that took place in the past few days around the world follow in the following photos. The most representative images of the week always have the following components: Colors, passion, tears, effort, survival, joy, pain and that does not change.
This is because if a picture is worth a thousand words then you certainly do not need many words for the pictures below. In the pictures that follow, then, they are condensed what happened in the world last week.
See how his camera lens recorded AssociatedPress the events that have taken place in the world in the last seven days.
Northern Evia, Greece: 2021, the year an island experienced the Blade Runner through the flames
The catastrophe that took place in Northern Evia after the catastrophic fires that burned almost half of the island's green for more than 9 days, can not be described exactly in words.
And how could it fit anyway. Nearly 60.000 people have been forced to flee their homes. More than 500.000 acres were reduced to ashes and thousands of animals were lost.
A total catastrophe that leaves Evia and its people severely injured for the next (several) decades.
Barcelona, Spain - Paris, France: From tears to apotheosis
The end of Lionel Messi from Barcelona after 21 whole years (17 as a professional in the first team and 4 in "Masia") fell like lightning in the air for Blaugrana fans all over the world.
The Argentine, excited and with tears in his eyes, said goodbye to the team he loved and adored a few days before he signed for, perhaps, the most important transfer in world football in the last two years.
Sicily, Italy: The Mediterranean is on fire
Huge flames burn for several 24 hours in the south of Italy. In the past few days, the flames destroyed large areas in the area of the Greek-speaking villages of Calabria, while it has become ashes and an important part of the national park of Mount Aspromonte.
But apart from the catastrophic fires, Mount Etna continues to spew lava and ash, making scientists very anxious about its activity in the near, immediate future.
Mazar-e-Sharif, Afghanistan: Will there ever be peace in the country?
After Joe Biden's decision to withdraw US troops from Afghanistan after more than two decades, the country is entering a new cycle of violence as the Taliban emerge from province to province.
Frankfurt, Germany: The long light routes
When the photographer is in a good mood, he can create a canvas through an image, the palette of which can captivate even the most demanding observer.
Mugla, Turkey: Two weeks and the fire is still burning
The extreme heat wave that hit the European South and the southern Turkish coasts resulted in catastrophic fires burning uncontrollably for over 2 weeks. The situation in Turkey is tragic with 8 people lost their lives, countless animals lost and entire villages and towns evacuated.
Manchester, England: The "Villager" who became a "Citizen"
Manchester City have signed English midfielder Jack Grillis from Aston Villa on a six-year contract. Their transfer cost around $ 140 million, making the international ace the highest paid player in Premier League history.
New York, USA: Sex Scandals Have No End in American Public Life
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, a Democrat, resigned on Tuesday (10/8) following the publication of an independent investigation that found that he had sexually harassed 11 women and was under increasing pressure to step down. of the party, even by US President Joe Biden.
Nuevo Cueha, Guatemala: One in three children starve
2-year-old Sergio David Jom looks at everyone in amazement standing above his head holding various objects and taking measurements. At least once a month a nurse visits poor families to check on children's development. The conclusion was not good: "Malnutrition has doubled. "One in three children is starving."
Dakar, Senegal: Anxiety about the baby and the coronavirus
The ambulance carriers take the necessary safety measures to transport to the hospital a pregnant woman in the 8th month who also suffers from coronavirus. 90% of the cases that the ambulance crews have to deal with are related to respiratory difficulties. Senegal is in a very difficult position as the Delta mutation invades (and there).
Barcelona, Spain: Stretching in the heat
The European south is on fire, both literally and figuratively. The heat wave that hits Italy, Greece and Spain is unprecedented with temperatures reaching even 49 degrees Celsius. People try to keep their daily routine despite the suffocating atmosphere.
via: Newsbeast