Pictures of the Week: August 9 – August 16
From violence in Egypt and the IAAF World Championships in Moscow to a sinkhole near Disney World and a shark eating a shark, TIME presents the best pictures of the week.
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The best pictures of the week from the news and our exclusive assignments. -
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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. -
365»
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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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The Guide: August 2013
Our guide to August's best books, exhibitions and ways to experience photography beyond the web from around the world.
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From LIFE.com
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LIFE Goes to a County Fair, 1938
In 1938, Alfred Eisenstaedt went to a fair in West Virginia, and -- true to form -- came back with marvelous portraits of the fairgoers as well as atmospheric shots of the performers, attractions and the fairgrounds themselves.
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TIME.com Photos
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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. -
Chaos in Cairo: Hundreds Dead as Security Forces Clear Pro-Morsi Camps
Nearly 500 people are dead after government security forces cracked down on Muslim Brotherhood's sit-ins, sparking violent confrontations between rival groups -
The Muslim World Commemorates Eid al-Fitr
From beaches in Indonesia to parks in London, Muslims around the world marked the ending of the holy month of Ramadan with the ritual breaking of the fast.
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