| 2026‑06‑30 ‑ | International / Brazil / Canada ‑ English / Canada ‑ French / China / France / Germany / India / Italy / Japan / Spain / United Kingdom / United States |
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| de | • | Giraffen bei Sonnenuntergang im Masai-Mara-Nationalreservat, Kenia |
| en | • | Giraffes at sunset in the Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya |
| • | Giraffes in the Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya | |
| es | • | Jirafas al atardecer en la Reserva Nacional Masai Mara, Kenia |
| fr | • | Girafes au coucher du soleil, Masai Mara, Kenya |
| it | • | Giraffe al tramonto nella Riserva Nazionale Masai Mara, Kenya |
| ja | • | マサイキリン, ケニヤ |
| pt | • | Girafas ao pôr do sol na Reserva Nacional Masai Mara, Quênia |
| zh | • | 马赛马拉国家保护区日落时分的长颈鹿, 肯尼亚 |
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Giraffes at sunset in the Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
As the sun sinks low in the Masai Mara National Reserve, the silhouettes of Masai giraffes rise against a blazing sky and open plains. Another day comes to an end in the reserve, which stretches across about 1,500 square kilometres in southwestern Kenya, bordering Tanzania's Serengeti National Park. It is a vast expanse, one of the world's greatest wildlife arenas. Rolling grasslands, scattered acacia trees and the life-giving Mara River set the stage for unforgettable encounters.
Among the stars of this landscape are Masai giraffes. Their coats are marked with bold, jagged patches, each pattern as unique as a fingerprint. They spend most of their days browsing treetops, skilfully using their long tongues to pluck leaves from between sharp thorns. They may move with calm grace, but these towering animals can burst into a gallop at surprising speeds of up to 56 kilometres per hour. Their presence is a reminder that the untamed world still holds its wild rhythm.
| 2026‑06‑29 ‑ | International / Brazil / Canada ‑ English / Canada ‑ French / China / France / Germany / India / Japan / Spain / United Kingdom / United States |
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| de | • | Bora Bora und ihre Lagune, Südpazifik, Französisch-Polynesien |
| en | • | Bora Bora and its lagoon, South Pacific, French Polynesia |
| es | • | Bora Bora y su laguna, Pacífico Sur, Polinesia Francesa |
| fr | • | Bora Bora et son lagon, Pacifique Sud, Polynésie française |
| ja | • | ボラボラ島, フランス領ポリネシア |
| pt | • | Bora Bora e sua lagoa, Pacífico Sul, Polinésia Francesa |
| zh | • | 波拉波拉岛及其泻湖, 南太平洋, 法属波利尼西亚 |
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Bora Bora and its lagoon, South Pacific, French Polynesia
Beyond its postcard views, Bora Bora has a deeper story to tell. Its lagoon reflects how tropical islands evolve over time. Surrounded by shades of turquoise, this island in French Polynesia is home to one of the South Pacific's most celebrated lagoons, where coral reefs, volcanic peaks and ocean life exist side by side.
Bora Bora is the remnant of an ancient volcano. Its highest points, Mount Otemanu and Mount Pahia, rise dramatically above the lagoon, revealing the island's volcanic origins. Over millions of years, the volcano slowly subsided while coral reefs continued growing upward around it. The result? A barrier reef that now encloses calm, shallow waters and creates the lagoon seen today.
Known locally as Pora Pora, meaning 'firstborn' in Tahitian, the island reflects more than geological history. Its name, language and traditions remain closely connected to the surrounding ocean. From reef ecosystems to cultural heritage, Bora Bora shows how land and sea remain closely linked.
| 2026‑06‑29 ‑ | Italy |
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| it | • | Castel Sant’Angelo, Roma |
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Saints Peter and Paul
On June 29, Rome celebrates Saints Peter and Paul, patron saints of the city, with one of the most heartfelt anniversaries of the Roman calendar. Alongside the religious celebrations, the festival is famous for the "Girandola", the historic fireworks display that lights up the sky above Castel Sant'Angelo. The tradition of the Pinwheel dates back to the fifteenth century and developed under the pontificate of Pope Sixtus IV, who entrusted the design of the spectacular "fire machines" to the best artists of the time.
According to tradition, the staging was then renewed by the inspiration of Michelangelo Buonarroti and subsequently enriched by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, who introduced new scenographic effects inspired by the eruptive force of the Stromboli volcano.
Since then, the Pinwheel has become one of the most fascinating symbols of the celebrations of Saints Peter and Paul, transforming Castel Sant'Angelo into a stage of light, color and wonder. Over the centuries, this spectacle has captivated travelers from all over Europe, becoming one of the most iconic images of festive Rome and helping to solidify its international reputation as a city of art, history, and grand celebrations.
| 2026‑06‑28 ‑ | International / Brazil / Canada ‑ English / Canada ‑ French / China / France / Germany / India / Italy / Japan / United Kingdom / United States |
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| de | • | Saguaro-Kakteen nahe dem Windgate Pass, McDowell Range, Arizona, USA |
| en | • | Saguaro cacti near Windgate Pass, McDowell Range, Arizona, United States |
| • | Saguaro cacti near Windgate Pass, McDowell Range, Arizona, USA | |
| fr | • | Cactus saguaro près de Windgate Pass, chaîne des McDowell, Arizona, États‑Unis |
| it | • | Cactus Saguaro vicino al Passo Windgate, McDowell Range, Arizona, USA |
| ja | • | ウィンドゲートパス, 米国 アリゾナ州 |
| pt | • | Cactos-saguaro perto de Windgate Pass, cordilheira McDowell, Arizona, Estados Unidos |
| zh | • | 温德盖特山口附近的巨柱仙人掌, 麦克道尔山脉, 亚利桑那州, 美国 |
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Saguaro cacti, Windgate Pass, McDowell Range, Arizona, USA
'Stick around' takes on a new meaning in the Sonoran Desert, where the saguaro cactus has mastered survival. With trunks and arms raised in all directions, this giant has become the American Southwest's mascot.
Saguaros—the tallest cacti in the United States—occur only in the Sonoran Desert across Arizona, California and Mexico. They can reach over 12 metres in height, weigh up to 5.4 tonnes and live for nearly 200 years. Yet they begin life slowly, growing about 2.5–3.8 centimetres in their first years. Most wait 50 to 75 years to grow arms, while some remain armless 'spears.'
Built for harsh conditions, saguaros store water in pleated trunks that swell after rain and shrink in drought. Their roots spread up to 30 metres to absorb brief showers. Young plants often grow beneath nurse trees for protection. By age 35, they bloom with flowers, while woodpeckers carve nesting holes later used by owls and wrens. Tough, patient and always sharp, the saguaro proves desert life is no small matter.
| 2026‑06‑28 ‑ | Spain |
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| es | • | Chueca, Madrid, España |
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International LGBTI+ Pride Day
Chueca, in Madrid, is filled with color every summer when the pride flag flies between balconies and streets, marking the beginning of one of the most vibrant celebrations in Europe. During these days, the neighbourhood is transformed into an open stage where music, culture and vindication coexist, reflecting the diverse and welcoming spirit of the city.
More than a party, Madrid's Pride is also memory and progress. From its first demonstration in 1978 to becoming a mass event, it has grown as a symbol of visibility and rights. Rainbow flags don't just decorate: they tell shared stories of freedom and identity. In Spain, where Pride is part of the cultural pulse of the summer, Chueca becomes a meeting point and collective celebration. Because here, each color not only lights up the streets, but also celebrates who we are.
| 2026‑06‑27 ‑ | Canada ‑ English / Canada ‑ French |
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| en | • | Dramatic sky over Montreal, Quebec |
| fr | • | Ciel spectaculaire sur Montréal, Québec |
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Canadian Multiculturalism Day
Imagine standing beneath Montreal's dramatic sky on a balmy June evening. Around you, conversations switch between French, English, Mandarin, Tagalog and many other languages. A family shares a traditional dish, musicians perform songs from different cultures, and children get to hear folklore passed down through generations. That scene captures the spirit of Canadian Multiculturalism Day.
The origins of the day stretch back several decades. In 1971, Canada became the first country in the world to adopt multiculturalism as an official federal policy. The commitment was strengthened in 1988 with the Canadian Multiculturalism Act, which affirmed the value of cultural diversity within society. Building on these milestones, the Government of Canada proclaimed 27 June as Canadian Multiculturalism Day in 2002. The observance was created to encourage understanding between communities.
Today, Ontario remains the province that welcomes the largest number of newcomers. Yet cities such as Montreal show how multiculturalism is experienced daily—not as a policy on paper, but through people, communities and shared experiences.