From an execution by rifle in Somalia and the 2nd Asian Youth Games in China to an alleged nerve gas attack in Syria and the world's largest alphorn orchestra, TIME presents the best pictures of the week.
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One Man. One March. One Speech. One Dream.
On the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington, TIME presents our special project dedicated to the historic movement and its legacy.
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The best pictures of the week from the news and our exclusive assignments. -
In Progress»
An exclusive look at new work from around the world. -
Man on the Wire»
Our own photo editors take a closer look at the latest news photos you might not have seen. -
Out There»
The latest news on exhibits, books, and innovative uses of images shaping our visual culture. -
Photo Essay»
The latest photo stories from TIME's contributors. -
Profile»
In depth interviews with leading image makers. -
The Backstory»
The stories behind the image from subjects and photographers. -
Toolbox»
Exploring cutting-edge technology in photography and video. -
Video»
The latest video and multimedia projects from TIME's contributors. -
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Photojournalism Links
Hosted by TIME's Mikko Takkunen, Photojournalismlinks is a collection of the most interesting photojournalism and documentary from across the web.
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From LIFE.com
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A Savage Season in Mississippi: The Murder of Emmett Till
In 1955, when an all-white, all-male jury acquitted two men of kidnapping and murdering 14-year-old Emmett Till, the verdict shocked observers across the country and around the world.
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TIME.com Photos
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Syria's Slow-Motion Civil War
Nearly two years ago, Arab Spring-inspired protests kicked off in the Syrian town of Dara'a. The uprising met a brutal response, one that few observers could have anticipated would blow up into a far wider rebellion. -
Idaho Wildfires Encroach On Popular Resort Towns
Families have been forced to flee as a massive wildfire has engulfed more than 100,000 acres and threatens thousands of homes -
Clashes Erupt in Egypt As Protesters March Against Earlier Bloodshed
Fueled by this week's bloody crackdown, Muslim Brotherhood supporters took to the streets on August 16, sparking more deadly clashes. -
Car Bomb Blast in Beirut Kills at Least 14, Injures Dozens
A car bombing in a part of Beirut dominated by the Shia group Hizballah has led to at least 14 deaths and over 200 injured. The attack is seen as the latest echo of Syria's conflict in neighboring Lebanon.
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