A land invasion and a shortage of housing resulted in violent protests when residents of Grabouw, near Cape Town, burnt down the Traffic Department and blocked a main road during fighting with the police. The man in this image is swinging a burning tire, trying to prevent the police from approaching.

A land invasion and a shortage of housing resulted in violent protests when residents of Grabouw, near Cape Town, burnt down the Traffic Department and blocked a main road during fighting with the police. The man in this image is swinging a burning tire, trying to prevent the police from approaching.

School children run for cover as Kenya's opposition leaders led by Raila Odinga take to the streets in weekly demonstrations demanding the disbandment of the electoral body, Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), ahead of the 2017 elections citing lack of impartiality.

School children run for cover as Kenya's opposition leaders led by Raila Odinga take to the streets in weekly demonstrations demanding the disbandment of the electoral body, Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), ahead of the 2017 elections citing lack of impartiality.

A baby sits in a cardboard box in the Idomeni camp on the Greek-Macedonian border. For the refugees every border they cross brings them closer to their dream. Their European Dream. The concept of a border is very vague for most refugees. Borders could be anything from a razor wire, to a door of a truck and the Aegean sea.

A baby sits in a cardboard box in the Idomeni camp on the Greek-Macedonian border.For the refugees every border they cross brings them closer to their dream. Their European Dream. The concept of a border is very vague for most refugees. Borders could be anything from a razor wire, to a door of a truck and the Aegean sea.

Supporters of Democratic Party’s presidential candidate Hillary Clinton watch the preliminary vote count on the screens in Times Square, New York.

Supporters of Democratic Party’s presidential candidate Hillary Clinton watch the preliminary vote count on the screens in Times Square, New York.

The search and rescue operation at the site of the Tu-154 plane crash in Sochi in late December 2016.

Russian Emergencies Ministry staff during a search and rescue operation in the Black Sea.The search and rescue operation at the site of the Tu-154 plane crash in Sochi in late December 2016.

About 1,500 men, from Afghanistan and Pakistan, live in abandoned warehouses next to Belgrade’s Central Station, Serbia. In spite of temperature lows in the city reaching —16ºC, this group of migrants preferred to stay in these barracks for fear of being deported from the official camps.

A man, wrapped in a blanket to protect himself from freezing temperatures waits for water to heat up so he can bathe himself.

About 1,500 men, from Afghanistan and Pakistan, live in abandoned warehouses next to Belgrade’s Central Station, Serbia. In spite of temperature lows in the city reaching —16ºC, this group of migrants preferred to stay in these barracks for fear of being deported from the official camps.

Two migrants eating after picking up their daily food ration distributed by a group of volunteers. For many, this is their only meal of the day because they don’t have money to buy more food in Belgrade’s stores.

About 1,500 men, from Afghanistan and Pakistan, live in abandoned warehouses next to Belgrade’s Central Station, Serbia. In spite of temperature lows in the city reaching —16ºC, this group of migrants preferred to stay in these barracks for fear of being deported from the official camps.

A young man waits his turn in the food queue where hundreds of migrants flock to daily to receive their food rations.

About 1,500 men, from Afghanistan and Pakistan, live in abandoned warehouses next to Belgrade’s Central Station, Serbia. In spite of temperature lows in the city reaching —16ºC, this group of migrants preferred to stay in these barracks for fear of being deported from the official camps.

Group of Afghan and Pakistani migrants gathered around a bonfire not far from buildings being built by Eagle Hills, an investment and real estate development company based in Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates).

About 1,500 men, from Afghanistan and Pakistan, live in abandoned warehouses next to Belgrade’s Central Station, Serbia. In spite of temperature lows in the city reaching —16ºC, this group of migrants preferred to stay in these barracks for fear of being deported from the official camps.

A man warms his hands over a campfire inside one of the warehouses near Belgrade’s Central Station.

About 1,500 men, from Afghanistan and Pakistan, live in abandoned warehouses next to Belgrade’s Central Station, Serbia. In spite of temperature lows in the city reaching —16ºC, this group of migrants preferred to stay in these barracks for fear of being deported from the official camps.

Inside one of the barracks where the migrants sleep and spend much of the day waiting for the moment to cross into Hungary to continue their journey through Europe. In two of the warehouses the concentration of smoke released by the bonfires was is so high that many people have developed a chronic cough.

About 1,500 men, from Afghanistan and Pakistan, live in abandoned warehouses next to Belgrade’s Central Station, Serbia. In spite of temperature lows in the city reaching —16ºC, this group of migrants preferred to stay in these barracks for fear of being deported from the official camps.

20 year-old Shail,from Afghanistan stays warm by a bonfire inside one of the barracks. Six months ago, he left his country after being persecuted by the Taliban. Before entering Serbia, where he has been waiting for three months to cross the border into Hungary, he was incarcerated for a month in Bulgaria.

About 1,500 men, from Afghanistan and Pakistan, live in abandoned warehouses next to Belgrade’s Central Station, Serbia. In spite of temperature lows in the city reaching —16ºC, this group of migrants preferred to stay in these barracks for fear of being deported from the official camps.

Several people sleeping while wrapped in blankets in one of the barracks.

About 1,500 men, from Afghanistan and Pakistan, live in abandoned warehouses next to Belgrade’s Central Station, Serbia. In spite of temperature lows in the city reaching —16ºC, this group of migrants preferred to stay in these barracks for fear of being deported from the official camps.

A migrant prays early in the morning near one of the buildings being built by Eagle Hills.

About 1,500 men, from Afghanistan and Pakistan, live in abandoned warehouses next to Belgrade’s Central Station, Serbia. In spite of temperature lows in the city reaching —16ºC, this group of migrants preferred to stay in these barracks for fear of being deported from the official camps.

A young man lathers himself next to a barrel where migrants heat water for bathing. Daily bathing is necessary to prevent lice and scabies.

About 1,500 men, from Afghanistan and Pakistan, live in abandoned warehouses next to Belgrade’s Central Station, Serbia. In spite of temperature lows in the city reaching —16ºC, this group of migrants preferred to stay in these barracks for fear of being deported from the official camps.

A young man leaning on a window of an abandoned train car near Belgrade’s Central Station.

About 1,500 men, from Afghanistan and Pakistan, live in abandoned warehouses next to Belgrade’s Central Station, Serbia. In spite of temperature lows in the city reaching —16ºC, this group of migrants preferred to stay in these barracks for fear of being deported from the official camps.

A migrant walking to one of the warehouses where hundreds of others like him are waiting in Belgrade to continue their journey through Europe.

Sirte or death. It must mean something if the Islamic State, which for months has been fighting in the last IS bastions in Libya, uses such an arrogant name for their car bombs: dogma.

LIBYA, SIRTE, 03/09/2016. Soldiers from the Misurata brigade, who back the new government and Fāyez Muṣṭafā al-Sarrāj’s National Accord, as they enter the Central Bank of Libya, Sirte branch, under fire from Isis militants (or Daesh, the arabic acronym for The Islamic State of Isis od Iraq and the Levant)

Sirte or death. It must mean something if the Islamic State, which for months has been fighting in the last IS bastions in Libya, uses such an arrogant name for their car bombs: dogma.

LIBYA, SIRTE, 11/07/2016. The 700 district. A kitchen destroyed by a military tank.

Sirte or death. It must mean something if the Islamic State, which for months has been fighting in the last IS bastions in Libya, uses such an arrogant name for their car bombs: dogma.

LIBYA, SIRTE, 03/09/2016.After the firing and explosion of a "dogma" (without casualities) by Isis militants, a military tank fires on a square near the Central Bank in the first district.

Sirte or death. It must mean something if the Islamic State, which for months has been fighting in the last IS bastions in Libya, uses such an arrogant name for their car bombs: dogma.

LIBYA, SIRTE, 01/07/2016. An Isis sniper gets shot by Misurata brigade during a violent firefight. Those faithful to the Islamic state wear a belt attached to a live grenade. Many of these explosive belts were found abandoned during a subsequent sweep of the area. Militants were found the next day hiding in an apartment.

Sirte or death. It must mean something if the Islamic State, which for months has been fighting in the last IS bastions in Libya, uses such an arrogant name for their car bombs: dogma.

LIBYA, SIRTE, 01/07/2016.Between the 700 district and the street leading to the center of Ouagadougou, some soldiers stop to pray despite the military advance in progress. Regardless of their military affiliation, all Libyan fighters believe that the only one who can decide their fate is Allah.

Sirte or death. It must mean something if the Islamic State, which for months has been fighting in the last IS bastions in Libya, uses such an arrogant name for their car bombs: dogma.

LIBYA, SIRTE, 21/06/2016.West coast of Sirte city. Rebels advance to a hillside post near the coastal road of the city, an important position that manages access into the city center. A soldier shoots an RPG while his companions cover him. Many soldiers lost their lives trying to defend this strategic outpost./

Sirte or death. It must mean something if the Islamic State, which for months has been fighting in the last IS bastions in Libya, uses such an arrogant name for their car bombs: dogma.

LIBYA, SIRTE, 01/07/2016.Washing off blood after dragging a wounded companion back from the front lines.

Sirte or death. It must mean something if the Islamic State, which for months has been fighting in the last IS bastions in Libya, uses such an arrogant name for their car bombs: dogma.

LIBYA, SIRTE, 28/08/2016.District 3 where Misurata forces engage in a firefight trying to drive out snipers away from the city's water tank, a strategic position being one of the highest in the city.

Sirte or death. It must mean something if the Islamic State, which for months has been fighting in the last IS bastions in Libya, uses such an arrogant name for their car bombs: dogma.

LIBYA, SIRTE, 01/07/2016. In the 700 District a fierce firefight of the Katiba Marsa al Cobra: three soldiers were hit by a sniper. Libyan soldiers are known throughout the region for their courage and defiance in the face of combat danger. The average age of these militants is quite small./

Sirte or death. It must mean something if the Islamic State, which for months has been fighting in the last IS bastions in Libya, uses such an arrogant name for their car bombs: dogma.

LIBYA, SIRTE, 01/09/2016.A soldier walks down one of the newly liberated streets with the Libyan flag whose colors are inspired by a previous Libyan reign from 1951 to 1969 that Gaddafi dismantled. The color green symbolizes the religion of the state by which Gaddafi came to power ( The Green Book).

Sirte or death. It must mean something if the Islamic State, which for months has been fighting in the last IS bastions in Libya, uses such an arrogant name for their car bombs: dogma.

LIBYA, SIRTE, 25/02/2015. The after effects of a car bomb (Dogma) in the first District: six dead and nearly 40 wounded. Car bombs are made by attaching plastic explosives to heavy arms and munitions. The idea is to scar as many people as possible thereby leaving a permanent warning to those who want to interfere with the jihad.

Sirte or death. It must mean something if the Islamic State, which for months has been fighting in the last IS bastions in Libya, uses such an arrogant name for their car bombs: dogma.

LIBYA, SIRTE, 01/09/2016.Ouagadougou Conference Center. Constructed by Italian workers at the request of Gaddafi, the building was meant to be a place for dialogue among all African cultures and in turn open doors in relations between Europe and Africa. In 2011 it was used as a bunker to defend the Rais.

A series of pictures taken in Cuba during the days of mourning in December 2016 when Cuban people bid their last respects to their national leader Fidel Castro.

Genre photography of one of the streets in Santiago de Cuba.

A series of pictures taken in Cuba during the days of mourning in December 2016 when Cuban people bid their last respects to their national leader Fidel Castro.

A Santiago de Cuba resident reads the news about Fidel Castro’s death.

A series of pictures taken in Cuba during the days of mourning in December 2016 when Cuban people bid their last respects to their national leader Fidel Castro.

Residents of a poor neighborhood in Santiago de Cuba in close vicinity to the Santa Ifigenia Cemetery where the Comandante’s ashes were buried.

A series of pictures taken in Cuba during the days of mourning in December 2016 when Cuban people bid their last respects to their national leader Fidel Castro.

Genre photography. A restroom at a gas station between Havana and Camaguey.

A series of pictures taken in Cuba during the days of mourning in December 2016 when Cuban people bid their last respects to their national leader Fidel Castro.

Santiago de Cuba residents bid farewell to their Comandante. Front: funeral cortege and the urn with Fidel Castro’s ashes, which was taken through all of Cuba from Havana to Santiago, following the reverse route of the Caravan of Liberty.

A series of pictures taken in Cuba during the days of mourning in December 2016 when Cuban people bid their last respects to their national leader Fidel Castro.

Genre photography: Fidel Castro’s portrait, a woman and a girl at a police station in Camaguey.

A series of pictures taken in Cuba during the days of mourning in December 2016 when Cuban people bid their last respects to their national leader Fidel Castro.

A Santiago de Cuba resident with the national flag.

A series of pictures taken in Cuba during the days of mourning in December 2016 when Cuban people bid their last respects to their national leader Fidel Castro.

A memorial in Camaguey where Fidel Castro’s ashes were delivered on December 1, 2016.

A series of pictures taken in Cuba during the days of mourning in December 2016 when Cuban people bid their last respects to their national leader Fidel Castro.

A Santiago de Cuba college student with a portrait of a young Fidel during a memorial rally the night before the last official farewell ceremony for Comandante.

A series of pictures taken in Cuba during the days of mourning in December 2016 when Cuban people bid their last respects to their national leader Fidel Castro.

A plaque with Comandante’s name on his tombstone at Santa Ifigenia Cemetery in Santiago de Cuba.

Photos taken during spring flooding in the villages of the Omsk Region in 2016.

People on a boat riding through a flooded street in Ishim.

Photos taken during spring flooding in the villages of the Omsk Region in 2016.

Residents carry a calf from a flooded shed.

Photos taken during spring flooding in the villages of the Omsk Region in 2016.

A flooded mail box on a fence.

Photos taken during spring flooding in the villages of the Omsk Region in 2016.

A man on the roof of his house.

Photos taken during spring flooding in the villages of the Omsk Region in 2016.

An old woman in her house.

Photos taken during spring flooding in the villages of the Omsk Region in 2016.

Livestock buyers save a pig from a flooded shed.

Photos taken during spring flooding in the villages of the Omsk Region in 2016.

Flooded farming equipment.

Photos taken during spring flooding in the villages of the Omsk Region in 2016.

A man rowing through a flooded street.

Photos taken during spring flooding in the villages of the Omsk Region in 2016.

Rescue workers ride in the back of a truck through a flooded village.

In June 2014 ISIS/ISIL took control of the second largest city of Iraq, Mosul. The Mosul Operation is a joint offensive lead by Iraqi government forces with allied militias, Iraqi Kurdistan, and international forces to retake control of the city

IEDs disguised to look like children’s toys. The centre was launched on 12th June 2014 after the ISIS/Daesh invasion of the country. IEDs (Improvised Explosive Devices) and other ISIS weapons have been photographed to raise awarness of the general public. The majority of these items are from the Sinjar area.

In June 2014 ISIS/ISIL took control of the second largest city of Iraq, Mosul. The Mosul Operation is a joint offensive lead by Iraqi government forces with allied militias, Iraqi Kurdistan, and international forces to retake control of the city

Frontline Peshmerga forces collect sniper camouflage at a Marorah Church.

In June 2014 ISIS/ISIL took control of the second largest city of Iraq, Mosul. The Mosul Operation is a joint offensive lead by Iraqi government forces with allied militias, Iraqi Kurdistan, and international forces to retake control of the city

Qayyarah area, an oil field that has been set on fire by ISIS jhiadists during their retreat.

In June 2014 ISIS/ISIL took control of the second largest city of Iraq, Mosul. The Mosul Operation is a joint offensive lead by Iraqi government forces with allied militias, Iraqi Kurdistan, and international forces to retake control of the city

Civilians escape from the airport sector.

In June 2014 ISIS/ISIL took control of the second largest city of Iraq, Mosul. The Mosul Operation is a joint offensive lead by Iraqi government forces with allied militias, Iraqi Kurdistan, and international forces to retake control of the city

Faraz Abdullah Shahab, 41 years old, brings his son Ahd to the hospital in Erbil. Ahd's face was badly injured by a mortar, which also killed his mother and three of his four brothers.

In June 2014 ISIS/ISIL took control of the second largest city of Iraq, Mosul. The Mosul Operation is a joint offensive lead by Iraqi government forces with allied militias, Iraqi Kurdistan, and international forces to retake control of the city

Surgery on a child to remove shrapnel from his rib cage.

In June 2014 ISIS/ISIL took control of the second largest city of Iraq, Mosul. The Mosul Operation is a joint offensive lead by Iraqi government forces with allied militias, Iraqi Kurdistan, and international forces to retake control of the city

A Federal Police fighter shoots a mortar round into the battlefield surrounding the airport sector.

In June 2014 ISIS/ISIL took control of the second largest city of Iraq, Mosul. The Mosul Operation is a joint offensive lead by Iraqi government forces with allied militias, Iraqi Kurdistan, and international forces to retake control of the city

Civilians from the Mansor neighborhood gather to receive food rations distributed by an NGO based in East Mosul.

In June 2014 ISIS/ISIL took control of the second largest city of Iraq, Mosul. The Mosul Operation is a joint offensive lead by Iraqi government forces with allied militias, Iraqi Kurdistan, and international forces to retake control of the city

Pete (27 from the US) and Alex (from the US) of the Emergency Response Academy treat a child injured during an airstrike. Both his parents were killed and his two other brothers were injured in the attack.

In June 2014 ISIS/ISIL took control of the second largest city of Iraq, Mosul. The Mosul Operation is a joint offensive lead by Iraqi government forces with allied militias, Iraqi Kurdistan, and international forces to retake control of the city

During a media visit to the front lines of the battlefields for the airport sector a federal police fighter can be seen with an RPG while scouting ISIS/Daesh positions.

In June 2014 ISIS/ISIL took control of the second largest city of Iraq, Mosul. The Mosul Operation is a joint offensive lead by Iraqi government forces with allied militias, Iraqi Kurdistan, and international forces to retake control of the city

Men shaving their beards, an act forbidden under ISIS/Daesh control.

In June 2014 ISIS/ISIL took control of the second largest city of Iraq, Mosul. The Mosul Operation is a joint offensive lead by Iraqi government forces with allied militias, Iraqi Kurdistan, and international forces to retake control of the city

Distributing food to IDPs at the Hamam Al Alil Refugee camp.

A fan during a beach volleyball match at the Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.

A fan during a beach volleyball match at the Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.

A skier takes part in the Romashkovo Night Cup. The amateur ski cup takes place annually in Moscow in January-February, on Wednesday evenings.

A skier takes part in the Romashkovo Night Cup. The amateur ski cup takes place annually in Moscow in January-February, on Wednesday evenings.

The Russian national team members watch penalty shoot-outs during the bronze medal match between Hungary and Russia at the women’s water polo event at the XXXI summer Olympics.

The Russian national team members watch penalty shoot-outs during the bronze medal match between Hungary and Russia at the women’s water polo event at the XXXI summer Olympics.

At the start of the Megalavina (Mega Avalanche) – a mass descent on bikes from the top of the Aibga Ridge along ski tracks.

At the start of the Megalavina (Mega Avalanche) – a mass descent on bikes from the top of the Aibga Ridge along ski tracks.

Artistic Gymnastics is considered one of the most beautiful of all sports. It is the celebration of the beauty, grace and strength of the human body. But what stands behind these few minutes during a performance are much pain, injury and an athlete’s ability to overcome her physical limits. But in the end, after all the pain, the athlete receives the gratification of achieving her main goal.

A member of the Russian National Olympic team Aliya Mustafina during a training session at the Olympic Park in Rio de Janeiro.

Artistic Gymnastics is considered one of the most beautiful of all sports. It is the celebration of the beauty, grace and strength of the human body. But what stands behind these few minutes during a performance are much pain, injury and an athlete’s ability to overcome her physical limits. But in the end, after all the pain, the athlete receives the gratification of achieving her main goal.

Ruby Harrold (UK) during the women’s artistic gymnastics team all-around competition at the 31st Summer Olympic Games.

Artistic Gymnastics is considered one of the most beautiful of all sports. It is the celebration of the beauty, grace and strength of the human body. But what stands behind these few minutes during a performance are much pain, injury and an athlete’s ability to overcome her physical limits. But in the end, after all the pain, the athlete receives the gratification of achieving her main goal.

./ Isabela Onyshko (Canada) performs a beam routine during the women’s artistic gymnastics finals at the 31st Summer Olympic Games.

Artistic Gymnastics is considered one of the most beautiful of all sports. It is the celebration of the beauty, grace and strength of the human body. But what stands behind these few minutes during a performance are much pain, injury and an athlete’s ability to overcome her physical limits. But in the end, after all the pain, the athlete receives the gratification of achieving her main goal.

Nikolai Kuksenkov (Russia) performs a pommel horse routine during a men’s team all-around at the 31st Summer Olympic Games.

Artistic Gymnastics is considered one of the most beautiful of all sports. It is the celebration of the beauty, grace and strength of the human body. But what stands behind these few minutes during a performance are much pain, injury and an athlete’s ability to overcome her physical limits. But in the end, after all the pain, the athlete receives the gratification of achieving her main goal.

Eleftherios Petrounias (Greece) warms up before a still rings routine at the men’s artistic gymnastics competition at the 31st Summer Olympic Games.

Artistic Gymnastics is considered one of the most beautiful of all sports. It is the celebration of the beauty, grace and strength of the human body. But what stands behind these few minutes during a performance are much pain, injury and an athlete’s ability to overcome her physical limits. But in the end, after all the pain, the athlete receives the gratification of achieving her main goal.

Oleg Stepko (Azerbaijan) performs a high bar routine during men’s qualifications at the 31st Summer Olympic Games.

Artistic Gymnastics is considered one of the most beautiful of all sports. It is the celebration of the beauty, grace and strength of the human body. But what stands behind these few minutes during a performance are much pain, injury and an athlete’s ability to overcome her physical limits. But in the end, after all the pain, the athlete receives the gratification of achieving her main goal.

Andrei Muntean (Romania) gets ready for his parallel bars routine during the men’s artistic gymnastics competition at the 31st Summer Olympic Games.

Artistic Gymnastics is considered one of the most beautiful of all sports. It is the celebration of the beauty, grace and strength of the human body. But what stands behind these few minutes during a performance are much pain, injury and an athlete’s ability to overcome her physical limits. But in the end, after all the pain, the athlete receives the gratification of achieving her main goal.

Marcel Nguyen (Germany) performs a parallel bars routine during men’s qualifications at the 31st Summer Olympic Games.

Artistic Gymnastics is considered one of the most beautiful of all sports. It is the celebration of the beauty, grace and strength of the human body. But what stands behind these few minutes during a performance are much pain, injury and an athlete’s ability to overcome her physical limits. But in the end, after all the pain, the athlete receives the gratification of achieving her main goal.

Maria Paseka (Russia) wins silver on vault at the women’s artistic gymnastics competition at the 31st Summer Olympic Games. Awards ceremony.

Artistic Gymnastics is considered one of the most beautiful of all sports. It is the celebration of the beauty, grace and strength of the human body. But what stands behind these few minutes during a performance are much pain, injury and an athlete’s ability to overcome her physical limits. But in the end, after all the pain, the athlete receives the gratification of achieving her main goal.

Alexander Naddour (USA) wins bronze on pommel horse during the men’s artistic gymnastics competition at the 31st Summer Olympic Games. Awards ceremony.

This is a story about Sergei Mangos who lost his vision in childhood. Now he is a member of the Russian Paralympic team. This story shows us the dramatic inner world of Sergei, his will to live and to win.

A portrait of Sergei with a ball designed especially for Paralympic football. Inside the ball there sits a bell, allowing blind football players hear the bell ringing as the ball approaches.

This is a story about Sergei Mangos who lost his vision in childhood. Now he is a member of the Russian Paralympic team. This story shows us the dramatic inner world of Sergei, his will to live and to win.

Sergei during training for the 2016 Paralympic Games at a sports training camp in the Moscow Region. Sergei sometimes trains alone when it gets dark and football field is empty.

This is a story about Sergei Mangos who lost his vision in childhood. Now he is a member of the Russian Paralympic team. This story shows us the dramatic inner world of Sergei, his will to live and to win.

Sergei during training for the 2016 Paralympic Games at a sports training camp in the Moscow Region. Sergei sometimes trains alone when it gets dark and football field is empty.

This is a story about Sergei Mangos who lost his vision in childhood. Now he is a member of the Russian Paralympic team. This story shows us the dramatic inner world of Sergei, his will to live and to win.

Sergei on the way to his morning training in Moscow. Sergei can't see but he can navigate his way through the Moscow underground.

This is a story about Sergei Mangos who lost his vision in childhood. Now he is a member of the Russian Paralympic team. This story shows us the dramatic inner world of Sergei, his will to live and to win.

Sergei returns home by suburban train from a sports training camp in the suburbs of Moscow. He usually uses public transport to get to and from his training sessions.

This is a story about Sergei Mangos who lost his vision in childhood. Now he is a member of the Russian Paralympic team. This story shows us the dramatic inner world of Sergei, his will to live and to win.

The Paralympic Russian national football team’s practice session at a sports training camp in the Moscow Region.

This is a story about Sergei Mangos who lost his vision in childhood. Now he is a member of the Russian Paralympic team. This story shows us the dramatic inner world of Sergei, his will to live and to win.

Sergei and other members of Paralympic football team walk placing a hand on each other’s shoulder. They are lead by a team member who has sight.

This is a story about Sergei Mangos who lost his vision in childhood. Now he is a member of the Russian Paralympic team. This story shows us the dramatic inner world of Sergei, his will to live and to win.

Sergei during training exercises in the pool. Athletes from the Paralympic national team also receive training in swimming as well as in other disciplines.

This is a story about Sergei Mangos who lost his vision in childhood. Now he is a member of the Russian Paralympic team. This story shows us the dramatic inner world of Sergei, his will to live and to win.

Sergei training on fitness equipment.

This is a story about Sergei Mangos who lost his vision in childhood. Now he is a member of the Russian Paralympic team. This story shows us the dramatic inner world of Sergei, his will to live and to win.

Sergei often takes part in and wins various sporting competitions organized in Moscow and Russia for people with disabilities.

This is a story about Sergei Mangos who lost his vision in childhood. Now he is a member of the Russian Paralympic team. This story shows us the dramatic inner world of Sergei, his will to live and to win.

Sergei has won a lot of medals during his sports career. When he places them on his double bed, they cover most of it.

This is a story about Sergei Mangos who lost his vision in childhood. Now he is a member of the Russian Paralympic team. This story shows us the dramatic inner world of Sergei, his will to live and to win.

Sergei on a playground with his daughter Nastya. He spends most of his free time with his family.

First winter days in Russia’s Far East traditionally bring excellent waves. The average water temperature is 0°С and the air —15°С. Light wind and snow are great conditions for a good surfing. Surfing in Kamchatka and the Primorye Territory is one of the best in Russia and the world.

Surfers in Chernyshev Bay of Ussuri Gulf, Russky Island.

First winter days in Russia’s Far East traditionally bring excellent waves. The average water temperature is 0°С and the air —15°С. Light wind and snow are great conditions for a good surfing. Surfing in Kamchatka and the Primorye Territory is one of the best in Russia and the world.

A surfer in Sobol Bay in Ussuri Gulf.

First winter days in Russia’s Far East traditionally bring excellent waves. The average water temperature is 0°С and the air —15°С. Light wind and snow are great conditions for a good surfing. Surfing in Kamchatka and the Primorye Territory is one of the best in Russia and the world.

Surfers in Chernyshev Bay of Ussuri Gulf, Russky Island.

First winter days in Russia’s Far East traditionally bring excellent waves. The average water temperature is 0°С and the air —15°С. Light wind and snow are great conditions for a good surfing. Surfing in Kamchatka and the Primorye Territory is one of the best in Russia and the world.

Surfers in Chernyshev Bay of Ussuri Gulf, Russky Island.

First winter days in Russia’s Far East traditionally bring excellent waves. The average water temperature is 0°С and the air —15°С. Light wind and snow are great conditions for a good surfing. Surfing in Kamchatka and the Primorye Territory is one of the best in Russia and the world.

Surfers in Chernyshev Bay of Ussuri Gulf, Russky Island.

First winter days in Russia’s Far East traditionally bring excellent waves. The average water temperature is 0°С and the air —15°С. Light wind and snow are great conditions for a good surfing. Surfing in Kamchatka and the Primorye Territory is one of the best in Russia and the world.

Surfers in Chernyshev Bay of Ussuri Gulf, Russky Island.

First winter days in Russia’s Far East traditionally bring excellent waves. The average water temperature is 0°С and the air —15°С. Light wind and snow are great conditions for a good surfing. Surfing in Kamchatka and the Primorye Territory is one of the best in Russia and the world.

Surfers in Chernyshev Bay of Ussuri Gulf, Russky Island.

First winter days in Russia’s Far East traditionally bring excellent waves. The average water temperature is 0°С and the air —15°С. Light wind and snow are great conditions for a good surfing. Surfing in Kamchatka and the Primorye Territory is one of the best in Russia and the world.

A surfer in Chernyshev Bay of Ussuri Gulf, Russky Island.

First winter days in Russia’s Far East traditionally bring excellent waves. The average water temperature is 0°С and the air —15°С. Light wind and snow are great conditions for a good surfing. Surfing in Kamchatka and the Primorye Territory is one of the best in Russia and the world.

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First winter days in Russia’s Far East traditionally bring excellent waves. The average water temperature is 0°С and the air —15°С. Light wind and snow are great conditions for a good surfing. Surfing in Kamchatka and the Primorye Territory is one of the best in Russia and the world.

Surfers in Chernyshev Bay of Ussuri Gulf, Russky Island.

First winter days in Russia’s Far East traditionally bring excellent waves. The average water temperature is 0°С and the air —15°С. Light wind and snow are great conditions for a good surfing. Surfing in Kamchatka and the Primorye Territory is one of the best in Russia and the world.

A surfer in Chernyshev Bay of Ussuri Gulf, Russky Island.

First winter days in Russia’s Far East traditionally bring excellent waves. The average water temperature is 0°С and the air —15°С. Light wind and snow are great conditions for a good surfing. Surfing in Kamchatka and the Primorye Territory is one of the best in Russia and the world.

A surfer in Avachinsky Bay.

The Varyag rugby team was founded in Veliky Novgorod in 2009. Enthusiasts of the game played with a leather, oval-shaped ball recruited a coach from St. Petersburg to teach them the basics. It took them seven years to prove to themselves, local officials and fans that they were worth the effort.

Nikita Barashkov, the best forward of the 2015 season, at a training session.

The Varyag rugby team was founded in Veliky Novgorod in 2009. Enthusiasts of the game played with a leather, oval-shaped ball recruited a coach from St. Petersburg to teach them the basics. It took them seven years to prove to themselves, local officials and fans that they were worth the effort.

A rugby training session.

The Varyag rugby team was founded in Veliky Novgorod in 2009. Enthusiasts of the game played with a leather, oval-shaped ball recruited a coach from St. Petersburg to teach them the basics. It took them seven years to prove to themselves, local officials and fans that they were worth the effort.

Alexander Smirnov during a rugby match between Varyag and Bars.

The Varyag rugby team was founded in Veliky Novgorod in 2009. Enthusiasts of the game played with a leather, oval-shaped ball recruited a coach from St. Petersburg to teach them the basics. It took them seven years to prove to themselves, local officials and fans that they were worth the effort.

Pavel Zaruchevsky (Varyag) during a rugby match between Varyag and Bars teams.

The Varyag rugby team was founded in Veliky Novgorod in 2009. Enthusiasts of the game played with a leather, oval-shaped ball recruited a coach from St. Petersburg to teach them the basics. It took them seven years to prove to themselves, local officials and fans that they were worth the effort.

A Varyag player after a match.

The Varyag rugby team was founded in Veliky Novgorod in 2009. Enthusiasts of the game played with a leather, oval-shaped ball recruited a coach from St. Petersburg to teach them the basics. It took them seven years to prove to themselves, local officials and fans that they were worth the effort.

./ A Varyag player before a match.

The Varyag rugby team was founded in Veliky Novgorod in 2009. Enthusiasts of the game played with a leather, oval-shaped ball recruited a coach from St. Petersburg to teach them the basics. It took them seven years to prove to themselves, local officials and fans that they were worth the effort.

Varyag players in the locker room during a break.

The Varyag rugby team was founded in Veliky Novgorod in 2009. Enthusiasts of the game played with a leather, oval-shaped ball recruited a coach from St. Petersburg to teach them the basics. It took them seven years to prove to themselves, local officials and fans that they were worth the effort.

A Varyag player changes after a training session.

The Varyag rugby team was founded in Veliky Novgorod in 2009. Enthusiasts of the game played with a leather, oval-shaped ball recruited a coach from St. Petersburg to teach them the basics. It took them seven years to prove to themselves, local officials and fans that they were worth the effort.

A graffiti under the bridge painted by Varyag rugby team fans in Veliky Novgorod.

The Varyag rugby team was founded in Veliky Novgorod in 2009. Enthusiasts of the game played with a leather, oval-shaped ball recruited a coach from St. Petersburg to teach them the basics. It took them seven years to prove to themselves, local officials and fans that they were worth the effort.

Varyag players after winning third place at the Federal Rugby League Championship for non-professional teams.

The Varyag rugby team was founded in Veliky Novgorod in 2009. Enthusiasts of the game played with a leather, oval-shaped ball recruited a coach from St. Petersburg to teach them the basics. It took them seven years to prove to themselves, local officials and fans that they were worth the effort.

The Varyag team during a training session.

The Varyag rugby team was founded in Veliky Novgorod in 2009. Enthusiasts of the game played with a leather, oval-shaped ball recruited a coach from St. Petersburg to teach them the basics. It took them seven years to prove to themselves, local officials and fans that they were worth the effort.

The Varyag team during a training session.

2016 will be remembered as a time when selfie culture started to determine our existence; when everybody needed to know where we were or what we were doing. While we are waiting for the approval of others, we are missing the opportunity to enjoy the mysterious world happening all around us.

2016 will be remembered as a time when selfie culture started to determine our existence; when everybody needed to know where we were or what we were doing. While we are waiting for the approval of others, we are missing the opportunity to enjoy the mysterious world happening all around us.

Picture of European rabbis at Moscow Jewish Community Center August 25, 2016.

Picture of European rabbis at Moscow Jewish Community Center August 25, 2016.

On the eve of Saint Anthony's Day, hundreds of people ride their horses through the streets of the small village of San Bartolome and jump through huge bonfires during the "Las Luminarias" festival, a tradition to cleanse the animals with bonfire smoke to protect them for the coming year. Man rides a horse through a bonfire during “Las Luminarias” celebration, a ritual in honor of Saint Anthony, the patron of animals. On the eve of Saint Anthony's Day, hundreds ride their horses through the streets to cleanse their animals with bonfire smoke.

On the eve of Saint Anthony's Day, hundreds of people ride their horses through the streets of the small village of San Bartolome and jump through huge bonfires during the "Las Luminarias" festival, a tradition to cleanse the animals with bonfire smoke to protect them for the coming year.Man rides a horse through a bonfire during “Las Luminarias” celebration, a ritual in honor of Saint Anthony, the patron of animals. On the eve of Saint Anthony's Day, hundreds ride their horses through the streets to cleanse their animals with bonfire smoke.

Yura, center, has recently joined Tatyana’s group. “Our children are often afraid of loud noises,” Tatyana said. “So I recommend parents to slowly adapt their kids to music and talk to them in normal voice, not whisper.”

Eight years ago, variety theater actress Tatyana Kayukova gave birth to a boy with Down’s Syndrome. Tatyana is now the Director of the Theater Without Borders, a drama studio for children with Down’s Syndrome and other mental and physical disorders.Yura, center, has recently joined Tatyana’s group. “Our children are often afraid of loud noises,” Tatyana said. “So I recommend parents to slowly adapt their kids to music and talk to them in normal voice, not whisper.”

A widow plays Holi with other widows as they celebrate the festival of colors and flowers at Gopinath temple, Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, India. India has a huge population in every category with different race of people. India has approx. 80% population of Hindu caste. There are approx. 40 million widow women living in India right now, and most of them are living a half-life (miserable), most of them are poor and lonely. The main reasons of their suffering are the traditions and cultures that have been going on for centuries, where becoming a widow can mean complete banishment from society. The government has made plans, but according to a report mentioned in an online article, only 28% of widows are eligible for pension. But things have been changing in a good way. Vrindavan, a small city in the state of Uttar Pradesh in India, has a large number of guest houses, so called ‘Ashrams’ and they welcome Widows from all over India to spend their life if they have no place to live in. Widows are not socially allowed to celebrate the spring festival of Hindus i.e. Holi. But breaking Stigmas, a riot of colors and flowers took over the 385 years old Radha Gopinath temple as hundreds of widows, Wearing traditional white sarees, played with flowers and then smeared hues of red, yellow, purple and green on each other.

Holi with other widows celebrating the festival of colors at Gopinath temple, Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Yury's tale guides us through the adventure of a person who decides to leave his environment behind and heads for the woods, far away from big cities. And in doing so he not only changes his living conditions but also his reality in some way, replacing it with a more mystic one.

Yury's portrait at night in the forest during a snowstorm. Sometimes he leaves his hut and goes to the woods to collect firewood. At that time of night the only light that can be seen is a small flashlight on Yury’s forehead.

Yury's tale guides us through the adventure of a person who decides to leave his environment behind and heads for the woods, far away from big cities. And in doing so he not only changes his living conditions but also his reality in some way, replacing it with a more mystic one.

Yury in a Russian sauna he built by himself. Beyond the window there's nothing but snow and freezing cold. But it’s so hot in his sauna that he can sit in it for a long time without a thread of clothing.

Yury's tale guides us through the adventure of a person who decides to leave his environment behind and heads for the woods, far away from big cities. And in doing so he not only changes his living conditions but also his reality in some way, replacing it with a more mystic one.

Yury in the forest near his hut. Yury often goes outside, as he has a lot of things to do around his house, but mostly to provide himself with firewood and water.

Yury's tale guides us through the adventure of a person who decides to leave his environment behind and heads for the woods, far away from big cities. And in doing so he not only changes his living conditions but also his reality in some way, replacing it with a more mystic one.

Yury in the forest during a trip to collect firewood. He uses his axe and chainsaw to cut down trees for firewood, without which he could not maintain a livable temperature in the hut.

Yury's tale guides us through the adventure of a person who decides to leave his environment behind and heads for the woods, far away from big cities. And in doing so he not only changes his living conditions but also his reality in some way, replacing it with a more mystic one.

Yury has a car that reminds him of his past life in Moscow. Now it is parked near his hut but he has serious doubts that it is still in a working condition.

Yury's tale guides us through the adventure of a person who decides to leave his environment behind and heads for the woods, far away from big cities. And in doing so he not only changes his living conditions but also his reality in some way, replacing it with a more mystic one.

The walls in his hut are made of clay mixed with dry grass, which when combined make a sort of natural plaster. It also acts as insulation, keeping the hut warm for quite a while.

Yury's tale guides us through the adventure of a person who decides to leave his environment behind and heads for the woods, far away from big cities. And in doing so he not only changes his living conditions but also his reality in some way, replacing it with a more mystic one.

Yury does not completely deny himself the benefits of civilization, however. He has means of communication, including an iPhone, and his hut is equipped with Internet service.

Yury's tale guides us through the adventure of a person who decides to leave his environment behind and heads for the woods, far away from big cities. And in doing so he not only changes his living conditions but also his reality in some way, replacing it with a more mystic one.

Yury's reflection in a small mirror hanging on one of the hut’s walls during meditation.

Yury's tale guides us through the adventure of a person who decides to leave his environment behind and heads for the woods, far away from big cities. And in doing so he not only changes his living conditions but also his reality in some way, replacing it with a more mystic one.

Yury heads outside after his bath during a snowstorm. He is kneeling on the ground, with the first hut that he lived in when he first settled in the woods in the background.

Yury's tale guides us through the adventure of a person who decides to leave his environment behind and heads for the woods, far away from big cities. And in doing so he not only changes his living conditions but also his reality in some way, replacing it with a more mystic one.

Yury is now accustomed to nature and the woods in which he lives. He has immersed himself in the freshly fallen snow up to his his head, an act showing his unity with nature.

Yury's tale guides us through the adventure of a person who decides to leave his environment behind and heads for the woods, far away from big cities. And in doing so he not only changes his living conditions but also his reality in some way, replacing it with a more mystic one.

The hut that has now become a home to Yury. Solar panels located on the roof of the hut generate the electricity needed for providing light inside the hut at night.

Yury's tale guides us through the adventure of a person who decides to leave his environment behind and heads for the woods, far away from big cities. And in doing so he not only changes his living conditions but also his reality in some way, replacing it with a more mystic one.

In his spare time in the evenings Yury reads books and has collected a large library in his hut (his friends and visitors often bring him books as gifts).

A garden is a place where important things happen,thing that are passed down from generation to generation and through the centuries. This is where humans touch the soil, and participate in the circle of life and the creation of that which provides us with a simple and essential meaning to all living things.

Every year, the arrival of spring heralds the triumph of life wins over death. It is a time of growth, the beginning of a new cycle. Soil wakes up as the snow melts away. It’s a time to plant and cultivate, a ritual of sowing seeds and planting seedlings that will later bring beauty and abundance.

A garden is a place where important things happen,thing that are passed down from generation to generation and through the centuries. This is where humans touch the soil, and participate in the circle of life and the creation of that which provides us with a simple and essential meaning to all living things.

The morning embraces you with its warmth. The festival of spring invites you to live in the here and now, to forget about worries and expectations. Everything is important, every second of life. Every single moment is new and different.

A garden is a place where important things happen,thing that are passed down from generation to generation and through the centuries. This is where humans touch the soil, and participate in the circle of life and the creation of that which provides us with a simple and essential meaning to all living things.

Spring is taking over. Trees are dressed up in white and pink, petals floating in the warm wind. The sky is festive blue with the white lambs of clouds slowly drifting by, lightly touching the treetops.

A garden is a place where important things happen,thing that are passed down from generation to generation and through the centuries. This is where humans touch the soil, and participate in the circle of life and the creation of that which provides us with a simple and essential meaning to all living things.

Time of chores. The day flies by and suddenly it’s evening. There is not enough daylime to get everything done.

A garden is a place where important things happen,thing that are passed down from generation to generation and through the centuries. This is where humans touch the soil, and participate in the circle of life and the creation of that which provides us with a simple and essential meaning to all living things.

Time of chores. The day flies by and suddenly it’s evening. There is not enough daylime to get everything done.

A garden is a place where important things happen,thing that are passed down from generation to generation and through the centuries. This is where humans touch the soil, and participate in the circle of life and the creation of that which provides us with a simple and essential meaning to all living things.

Every visit brings us to a different garden. Flowers replace other flowers. Young plants are gaining strength, bravely reaching for the sun.

A garden is a place where important things happen,thing that are passed down from generation to generation and through the centuries. This is where humans touch the soil, and participate in the circle of life and the creation of that which provides us with a simple and essential meaning to all living things.

The sunset brings special joy and flares up with a flame of sprays, trickles down with crystal clear drops down the stems of freshly watered asters. It is not their time to bloom yet. But August is coming.

A garden is a place where important things happen,thing that are passed down from generation to generation and through the centuries. This is where humans touch the soil, and participate in the circle of life and the creation of that which provides us with a simple and essential meaning to all living things.

The fall graciously gives us some sunny warm days so that we can harvest the remaining crops. The fall is generously painting trees with gold. Every warm day is like a farewell. You are grateful for its warm comfort.

A garden is a place where important things happen,thing that are passed down from generation to generation and through the centuries. This is where humans touch the soil, and participate in the circle of life and the creation of that which provides us with a simple and essential meaning to all living things.

The summer flies by. The kaleidoscope of days flutters by in colorful images. August rewards us with armfuls of flowers. Dahlias flare up outside the windows and proudly tower over other flowers.

A garden is a place where important things happen,thing that are passed down from generation to generation and through the centuries. This is where humans touch the soil, and participate in the circle of life and the creation of that which provides us with a simple and essential meaning to all living things.

The mood changes abruptly. Damp cold creeps through the walls and only the heat from the fire can scare it away but not for long. The winter frames get back into the sockets of windows. Shoes bring dirt and brown leaves from outside.

A garden is a place where important things happen,thing that are passed down from generation to generation and through the centuries. This is where humans touch the soil, and participate in the circle of life and the creation of that which provides us with a simple and essential meaning to all living things.

The mood changes abruptly. Damp cold creeps through the walls and only the heat from the fire can scare it away but not for long. The winter frames get back into the sockets of windows. Shoes bring dirt and brown leaves from outside.

A garden is a place where important things happen,thing that are passed down from generation to generation and through the centuries. This is where humans touch the soil, and participate in the circle of life and the creation of that which provides us with a simple and essential meaning to all living things.

Pretty soon winter will cover the soil with its white blanket. Let is sleep until next spring.

A cross procession along the T’ma River, held in 2011 by Father Sergiy Dmitriyev together with the Tver Union of Orthodox Laity, the Seyatel (Sower) Tver Orthodox Youth Club and the Nikolo-Malitsky Monastery Monastery. In 2016, the cross procession was held in honor of St. Seraphim of Sarov.

Crossing the T’ma River near the village of Otmichi.

A cross procession along the T’ma River, held in 2011 by Father Sergiy Dmitriyev together with the Tver Union of Orthodox Laity, the Seyatel (Sower) Tver Orthodox Youth Club and the Nikolo-Malitsky Monastery Monastery. In 2016, the cross procession was held in honor of St. Seraphim of Sarov.

Outside the accommodation for pilgrims during their first night in the village of Annenskoye.

A cross procession along the T’ma River, held in 2011 by Father Sergiy Dmitriyev together with the Tver Union of Orthodox Laity, the Seyatel (Sower) Tver Orthodox Youth Club and the Nikolo-Malitsky Monastery Monastery. In 2016, the cross procession was held in honor of St. Seraphim of Sarov.

An old fresco at the St. Trinity Church in the village of Zaborovye after the first prayer service.

A cross procession along the T’ma River, held in 2011 by Father Sergiy Dmitriyev together with the Tver Union of Orthodox Laity, the Seyatel (Sower) Tver Orthodox Youth Club and the Nikolo-Malitsky Monastery Monastery. In 2016, the cross procession was held in honor of St. Seraphim of Sarov.

At the Life-Giving Trinity Church during the first evening service after rain. The village of Annenskoye, Torzhok District, Tver Region.

A cross procession along the T’ma River, held in 2011 by Father Sergiy Dmitriyev together with the Tver Union of Orthodox Laity, the Seyatel (Sower) Tver Orthodox Youth Club and the Nikolo-Malitsky Monastery Monastery. In 2016, the cross procession was held in honor of St. Seraphim of Sarov.

Evening prayers at the Church of Prince Martyrs Boris and Gleb at the Nikolo-Malitsky Monastery in the village of Otmichi, Kalinin District, Tver Region.

A cross procession along the T’ma River, held in 2011 by Father Sergiy Dmitriyev together with the Tver Union of Orthodox Laity, the Seyatel (Sower) Tver Orthodox Youth Club and the Nikolo-Malitsky Monastery Monastery. In 2016, the cross procession was held in honor of St. Seraphim of Sarov.

Bus ride to the point of the pilgrimage departure.

A cross procession along the T’ma River, held in 2011 by Father Sergiy Dmitriyev together with the Tver Union of Orthodox Laity, the Seyatel (Sower) Tver Orthodox Youth Club and the Nikolo-Malitsky Monastery Monastery. In 2016, the cross procession was held in honor of St. Seraphim of Sarov.

Young women pick flowers after reading Akathist Hymns to St. Seraphim of Sarov at Nikola Mound in the mouth of the T’ma River.

A cross procession along the T’ma River, held in 2011 by Father Sergiy Dmitriyev together with the Tver Union of Orthodox Laity, the Seyatel (Sower) Tver Orthodox Youth Club and the Nikolo-Malitsky Monastery Monastery. In 2016, the cross procession was held in honor of St. Seraphim of Sarov.

Outside the accommodation for pilgrims during their first night in the village of Annenskoye.

A cross procession along the T’ma River, held in 2011 by Father Sergiy Dmitriyev together with the Tver Union of Orthodox Laity, the Seyatel (Sower) Tver Orthodox Youth Club and the Nikolo-Malitsky Monastery Monastery. In 2016, the cross procession was held in honor of St. Seraphim of Sarov.

An evening service at the Church of the Beheading of St John the Baptist in the village of Ivanovskoye, Kalinin District, Tver Region.

A cross procession along the T’ma River, held in 2011 by Father Sergiy Dmitriyev together with the Tver Union of Orthodox Laity, the Seyatel (Sower) Tver Orthodox Youth Club and the Nikolo-Malitsky Monastery Monastery. In 2016, the cross procession was held in honor of St. Seraphim of Sarov.

Reading Akathist Hymns to St. Seraphim of Sarov at Nikola Mound in the mouth of the T’ma River. The final point of the Cross Procession near the village of Otmichi.

A cross procession along the T’ma River, held in 2011 by Father Sergiy Dmitriyev together with the Tver Union of Orthodox Laity, the Seyatel (Sower) Tver Orthodox Youth Club and the Nikolo-Malitsky Monastery Monastery. In 2016, the cross procession was held in honor of St. Seraphim of Sarov.

Reading Akathist Hymns to St. Seraphim of Sarov at Nikola Mound in the mouth of the T’ma River. The final point of the Cross Procession near the village of Otmichi. After the reading of the hymns, the icon of St. Seraphim of Sarov started streaming myrrh.

A cross procession along the T’ma River, held in 2011 by Father Sergiy Dmitriyev together with the Tver Union of Orthodox Laity, the Seyatel (Sower) Tver Orthodox Youth Club and the Nikolo-Malitsky Monastery Monastery. In 2016, the cross procession was held in honor of St. Seraphim of Sarov.

A night shelter in the village of Kharitonovo, Kalinin District, Tver Region.

Wakeboarders Lilla and Gabor held their wedding in the Venice Beach Cable Park at Lake Velence, Hungary. August 04, 2016.

Wakeboarders Lilla and Gabor held their wedding in the Venice Beach Cable Park at Lake Velence, Hungary. August 04, 2016.

Wakeboarders Lilla and Gabor held their wedding in the Venice Beach Cable Park at Lake Velence, Hungary. August 04, 2016.

Wakeboarders Lilla and Gabor held their wedding in the Venice Beach Cable Park at Lake Velence, Hungary. August 04, 2016.

Wakeboarders Lilla and Gabor held their wedding in the Venice Beach Cable Park at Lake Velence, Hungary. August 04, 2016.

Wakeboarders Lilla and Gabor held their wedding in the Venice Beach Cable Park at Lake Velence, Hungary. August 04, 2016.

Wakeboarders Lilla and Gabor held their wedding in the Venice Beach Cable Park at Lake Velence, Hungary. August 04, 2016.

Wakeboarders Lilla and Gabor held their wedding in the Venice Beach Cable Park at Lake Velence, Hungary. August 04, 2016.

Wakeboarders Lilla and Gabor held their wedding in the Venice Beach Cable Park at Lake Velence, Hungary. August 04, 2016.

Wakeboarders Lilla and Gabor held their wedding in the Venice Beach Cable Park at Lake Velence, Hungary. August 04, 2016.

Wakeboarders Lilla and Gabor held their wedding in the Venice Beach Cable Park at Lake Velence, Hungary. August 04, 2016.

Wakeboarders Lilla and Gabor held their wedding in the Venice Beach Cable Park at Lake Velence, Hungary. August 04, 2016.

Wakeboarders Lilla and Gabor held their wedding in the Venice Beach Cable Park at Lake Velence, Hungary. August 04, 2016.

Wakeboarders Lilla and Gabor held their wedding in the Venice Beach Cable Park at Lake Velence, Hungary. August 04, 2016.

Wakeboarders Lilla and Gabor held their wedding in the Venice Beach Cable Park at Lake Velence, Hungary. August 04, 2016.

Wakeboarders Lilla and Gabor held their wedding in the Venice Beach Cable Park at Lake Velence, Hungary. August 04, 2016.

The photos were taken in Istanbul, Turkey. I was inspired by the idea of a human manufacturing human-looking dummies. There are themed streets in Istanbul dedicated to the sale of a specific product. For example, a street selling ‘humans.’

A small private mannequin workshop. Painting parts.

The photos were taken in Istanbul, Turkey. I was inspired by the idea of a human manufacturing human-looking dummies. There are themed streets in Istanbul dedicated to the sale of a specific product. For example, a street selling ‘humans.’

A small private mannequin workshop. An abandoned mannequin.

The photos were taken in Istanbul, Turkey. I was inspired by the idea of a human manufacturing human-looking dummies. There are themed streets in Istanbul dedicated to the sale of a specific product. For example, a street selling ‘humans.’

A small private mannequin workshop. Making a mannequin.

The photos were taken in Istanbul, Turkey. I was inspired by the idea of a human manufacturing human-looking dummies. There are themed streets in Istanbul dedicated to the sale of a specific product. For example, a street selling ‘humans.’

./ A small private mannequin workshop. Making a mannequin.

The photos were taken in Istanbul, Turkey. I was inspired by the idea of a human manufacturing human-looking dummies. There are themed streets in Istanbul dedicated to the sale of a specific product. For example, a street selling ‘humans.’

A small private mannequin workshop. And old headless dog mannequin.

The photos were taken in Istanbul, Turkey. I was inspired by the idea of a human manufacturing human-looking dummies. There are themed streets in Istanbul dedicated to the sale of a specific product. For example, a street selling ‘humans.’

A small private mannequin workshop. Making a mannequin.

The photos were taken in Istanbul, Turkey. I was inspired by the idea of a human manufacturing human-looking dummies. There are themed streets in Istanbul dedicated to the sale of a specific product. For example, a street selling ‘humans.’

A small private mannequin workshop. Old mannequins.

The photos were taken in Istanbul, Turkey. I was inspired by the idea of a human manufacturing human-looking dummies. There are themed streets in Istanbul dedicated to the sale of a specific product. For example, a street selling ‘humans.’

Mannequins for sale in a shop.

The photos were taken in Istanbul, Turkey. I was inspired by the idea of a human manufacturing human-looking dummies. There are themed streets in Istanbul dedicated to the sale of a specific product. For example, a street selling ‘humans.’

A small private mannequin workshop. Old mannequins on a rooftop.

Communist Party rally marking 99th anniversary of October Revolution.

Communist Party rally marking 99th anniversary of October Revolution.

Street children in pain with illnesses like HIV.The majority, including Christians, live rough already on 5-10 years in slums like Kibera. This photo, Kevin and his friends are prohibited from entering the church for prayers.

Street children in pain with illnesses like HIV.The majority, including Christians, live rough already on 5-10 years in slums like Kibera. This photo, Kevin and his friends are prohibited from entering the church for prayers.

Boy on side of road sells balloons to passing cars.. Average child earns less than 2 USD a day. Extra money families depend onto sustain their livelihood. National Child Labor Survey reports 1.2 million Bangladeshi minors have to work.

Boy on side of road sells balloons to passing cars. . Average child earns less than 2 USD a day. Extra money families depend onto sustain their livelihood. National Child Labor Survey reports 1.2 million Bangladeshi minors have to work.

Candy floss seller during a snowstorm in Bishkek.

Candy floss seller during a snowstorm in Bishkek.

Ambra was diagnosed with deafness when she was two years old. From that moment forward, she embarked on a path of loneliness and courage as she encountered and overcame obstacles that forged her resilience. Despite the clichés that accompany being a woman, her condition of deafness has not stopped her development. She even practices martial arts.

Ambra grew up in a house on a lake.

Ambra was diagnosed with deafness when she was two years old. From that moment forward, she embarked on a path of loneliness and courage as she encountered and overcame obstacles that forged her resilience. Despite the clichés that accompany being a woman, her condition of deafness has not stopped her development. She even practices martial arts.

After her first fight as a professional, Ambra communicates with her friends by texting them on her phone, which has become a vital communication tool in her life.

Ambra was diagnosed with deafness when she was two years old. From that moment forward, she embarked on a path of loneliness and courage as she encountered and overcame obstacles that forged her resilience. Despite the clichés that accompany being a woman, her condition of deafness has not stopped her development. She even practices martial arts.

Ambra prepares for her fight.

Ambra was diagnosed with deafness when she was two years old. From that moment forward, she embarked on a path of loneliness and courage as she encountered and overcame obstacles that forged her resilience. Despite the clichés that accompany being a woman, her condition of deafness has not stopped her development. She even practices martial arts.

What?" is a tattoo that can be seen right behind Ambra’s ear, which is completely deaf.

Ambra was diagnosed with deafness when she was two years old. From that moment forward, she embarked on a path of loneliness and courage as she encountered and overcame obstacles that forged her resilience. Despite the clichés that accompany being a woman, her condition of deafness has not stopped her development. She even practices martial arts.

In discos, Ambra loves to immerse herselves in the atmosphere.

Ambra was diagnosed with deafness when she was two years old. From that moment forward, she embarked on a path of loneliness and courage as she encountered and overcame obstacles that forged her resilience. Despite the clichés that accompany being a woman, her condition of deafness has not stopped her development. She even practices martial arts.

Despite the pain she must bear from getting a tattoo, Ambra still loves it.

Ambra was diagnosed with deafness when she was two years old. From that moment forward, she embarked on a path of loneliness and courage as she encountered and overcame obstacles that forged her resilience. Despite the clichés that accompany being a woman, her condition of deafness has not stopped her development. She even practices martial arts.

A statue of a woman breaking out of her chains, located near Ambra’s house.

Ambra was diagnosed with deafness when she was two years old. From that moment forward, she embarked on a path of loneliness and courage as she encountered and overcame obstacles that forged her resilience. Despite the clichés that accompany being a woman, her condition of deafness has not stopped her development. She even practices martial arts.

Professional fighters are no strangers to beatings and often display marks from their fights. These marks on Ambra’s neck make her feel proud as they are signs of her love for kick boxing, and not the results of mistreatment by a man, as has happened to her in the past.

Ambra was diagnosed with deafness when she was two years old. From that moment forward, she embarked on a path of loneliness and courage as she encountered and overcame obstacles that forged her resilience. Despite the clichés that accompany being a woman, her condition of deafness has not stopped her development. She even practices martial arts.

There is a strong relationship between Ambra and her coach. Here they prepare Ambra’s hands before her fight.

Ambra was diagnosed with deafness when she was two years old. From that moment forward, she embarked on a path of loneliness and courage as she encountered and overcame obstacles that forged her resilience. Despite the clichés that accompany being a woman, her condition of deafness has not stopped her development. She even practices martial arts.

Ambra must train a lot, almost every day. "I wanted to learn how to defend myself from attacks if I would ever encounter another violent situation". Her training in martial arts has allowed her to be reborn and to finally take care of herself. Along the way she has acquired a healthy way of life and her many victories have given her much gratification.

Ambra was diagnosed with deafness when she was two years old. From that moment forward, she embarked on a path of loneliness and courage as she encountered and overcame obstacles that forged her resilience. Despite the clichés that accompany being a woman, her condition of deafness has not stopped her development. She even practices martial arts.

Ambra loves techno music, whose low vibration allows her to feel the music deeply.

Ambra was diagnosed with deafness when she was two years old. From that moment forward, she embarked on a path of loneliness and courage as she encountered and overcame obstacles that forged her resilience. Despite the clichés that accompany being a woman, her condition of deafness has not stopped her development. She even practices martial arts.

Ambra puts on lipstick before going out dancing to a club where she likes to listen to techno music.

These are stories of Russian women who were victims of domestic violence. These are stories about how one person can have complete control over another person. It is difficult to see the signs of abuse and even more difficult to counteract the abuse, which can be both physical and psychological.

Sasha, 20, St. Petersburg.“I dated a transgender: a woman who wanted to be a man. He forced me to have sex even when I said “no” and called for help. He banged my head against the wall, hit me in the face, I had bruises everywhere. He wanted to prove that he was the man, the leader.”

These are stories of Russian women who were victims of domestic violence. These are stories about how one person can have complete control over another person. It is difficult to see the signs of abuse and even more difficult to counteract the abuse, which can be both physical and psychological.

Lena, 24, St. Petersburg. “It hurt me a lot physically and mentally when he was beating me up, but I did not break up with him. Why? Honestly, I didn’t know how to react. No one at my school or in my family ever spoke of violence, this subject was taboo.”

These are stories of Russian women who were victims of domestic violence. These are stories about how one person can have complete control over another person. It is difficult to see the signs of abuse and even more difficult to counteract the abuse, which can be both physical and psychological.

Liza, 25, St. Petersburg.“I was under physical threat. He used to hit the wall near my face and break furniture. He never asked me if I wanted to have sex, he just took it. He called me ugly and dumb. My self-esteem crashed, I was in an emotional coma.”

These are stories of Russian women who were victims of domestic violence. These are stories about how one person can have complete control over another person. It is difficult to see the signs of abuse and even more difficult to counteract the abuse, which can be both physical and psychological.

Tatyana, 26, St. Petersburg.“He called me fat and wanted me to wear a mini-skirt and high heels in our room in the communal apartment. Then he stopped looking for reasons, he could hit me in the back during the night saying that I was breathing too loudly. When I decided to leave him, he locked me in the room for a day.”

These are stories of Russian women who were victims of domestic violence. These are stories about how one person can have complete control over another person. It is difficult to see the signs of abuse and even more difficult to counteract the abuse, which can be both physical and psychological.

Natasha, 30, St. Petersburg. “He tried to strangle me in front of my daughter. In the morning, when he was asleep, my daughter and I ran away taking only our passports and two children’s panties. He sold all my stuff, tore up my documents and clothes. My child and I were alone in the city with no money or accommodation.”

These are stories of Russian women who were victims of domestic violence. These are stories about how one person can have complete control over another person. It is difficult to see the signs of abuse and even more difficult to counteract the abuse, which can be both physical and psychological.

Nina, 41, St. Petersburg.“I left our family, but he had been stalking me for a long time. He tried to strangle me in an elevator. I hid from him in stores and clinics. He gave me a concussion and our child saw that. The police refused to open a criminal case, so I was unable to defend myself or my child.”

These are stories of Russian women who were victims of domestic violence. These are stories about how one person can have complete control over another person. It is difficult to see the signs of abuse and even more difficult to counteract the abuse, which can be both physical and psychological.

Zhanna, 28, St. Petersburg.“She manipulated me into not seeing my friends. She started scandals all the time. If she was in a bad mood, I had to stay home. As a result, we spent most of the time together and I lost all my friends.”

These are stories of Russian women who were victims of domestic violence. These are stories about how one person can have complete control over another person. It is difficult to see the signs of abuse and even more difficult to counteract the abuse, which can be both physical and psychological.

Alyona, 23, Moscow.“Once I was 15 minutes late, I was with my friends and lost track of the time. He waited for me in the metro with a hard face. I only managed to apologize before he gripped me by the throat and began to yell. I was choking and tried to break free. He hit me and smashed my lip.”

These are stories of Russian women who were victims of domestic violence. These are stories about how one person can have complete control over another person. It is difficult to see the signs of abuse and even more difficult to counteract the abuse, which can be both physical and psychological.

Anna, 18, Moscow.“He always controlled me: read my texts on the phone and social network messages. He demanded that I gave him reports about my whereabouts. If I came home late, he yelled and beat me. He said he cared for me: “I have to know everything because I love you.”

According to a UNICEF report from January 2014, 5.6 million of the country's 26 million children were not in school and according to ILO 2006 there are about 3.2 million child laborers in Bangladesh. “Silent Howl” is about the life of these children, especially those who must work far away from their homes and families.

A portrait of Rubel (10) at an aluminum factory in Chittagong, Bangladesh.

According to a UNICEF report from January 2014, 5.6 million of the country's 26 million children were not in school and according to ILO 2006 there are about 3.2 million child laborers in Bangladesh. “Silent Howl” is about the life of these children, especially those who must work far away from their homes and families.

This girl works all day long at a garbage dump to help her family. Though she works in awful conditions, both her beauty and her dreams are far from lost, but rather are very much alive. Anandabazar garbage dump, in Chittagong, Bangladesh.

According to a UNICEF report from January 2014, 5.6 million of the country's 26 million children were not in school and according to ILO 2006 there are about 3.2 million child laborers in Bangladesh. “Silent Howl” is about the life of these children, especially those who must work far away from their homes and families.

Liton at an aluminum factory in Chittagong, Bangladesh.

According to a UNICEF report from January 2014, 5.6 million of the country's 26 million children were not in school and according to ILO 2006 there are about 3.2 million child laborers in Bangladesh. “Silent Howl” is about the life of these children, especially those who must work far away from their homes and families.

A group portrait of child beggars at a slum in Leh, Ladakh, India. Their families have all migrated from different regions of India.

According to a UNICEF report from January 2014, 5.6 million of the country's 26 million children were not in school and according to ILO 2006 there are about 3.2 million child laborers in Bangladesh. “Silent Howl” is about the life of these children, especially those who must work far away from their homes and families.

Shafik and others watch a music video on a mobile phone during their lunch break at a brick factory. Bakkar Brick Factory in Chittagong, Bangladesh.

According to a UNICEF report from January 2014, 5.6 million of the country's 26 million children were not in school and according to ILO 2006 there are about 3.2 million child laborers in Bangladesh. “Silent Howl” is about the life of these children, especially those who must work far away from their homes and families.

Shafik (11) loves to play the flute whenever he gets time. He brought this flute with him from his village. The hard work at the brick factory and his difficult situation do not discourage him from playing his flute. Bakkar Brick Factory in Chittagong, Bangladesh.

According to a UNICEF report from January 2014, 5.6 million of the country's 26 million children were not in school and according to ILO 2006 there are about 3.2 million child laborers in Bangladesh. “Silent Howl” is about the life of these children, especially those who must work far away from their homes and families.

A child laborer at the Anandabazar garbage dump in Chittagong, Bangladesh.

According to a UNICEF report from January 2014, 5.6 million of the country's 26 million children were not in school and according to ILO 2006 there are about 3.2 million child laborers in Bangladesh. “Silent Howl” is about the life of these children, especially those who must work far away from their homes and families.

A silent howl at a garbage dump. Anandabazar garbage dump in Chittagong, Bangladesh.

According to a UNICEF report from January 2014, 5.6 million of the country's 26 million children were not in school and according to ILO 2006 there are about 3.2 million child laborers in Bangladesh. “Silent Howl” is about the life of these children, especially those who must work far away from their homes and families.

A portrait of three sisters, Priti (9), Pinky (6) and Punam (8) at a slum in Leh, Ladakh, India. Begging is a profession that they learned and inherited from their parents. They migrated from Punjab a few years ago.

According to a UNICEF report from January 2014, 5.6 million of the country's 26 million children were not in school and according to ILO 2006 there are about 3.2 million child laborers in Bangladesh. “Silent Howl” is about the life of these children, especially those who must work far away from their homes and families.

These are some of the orphans learning the Holy Quran in an orphanage during their morning lesson. The rest of the time they learn farming or fishing or how to work in shop. Kutubdia Island, Chittagong, Bangladesh.

According to a UNICEF report from January 2014, 5.6 million of the country's 26 million children were not in school and according to ILO 2006 there are about 3.2 million child laborers in Bangladesh. “Silent Howl” is about the life of these children, especially those who must work far away from their homes and families.

A house of child labor. Bandarban, Chittagong, Bangladesh.

According to a UNICEF report from January 2014, 5.6 million of the country's 26 million children were not in school and according to ILO 2006 there are about 3.2 million child laborers in Bangladesh. “Silent Howl” is about the life of these children, especially those who must work far away from their homes and families.

They spent their life laboring as a family in landscaping, farming or fishing on Kutubdia Island, Chittagong, Bangladesh.

Six million litres of diesel and paraffin oil are smuggled out of Iran on to Pakistan every day, which amounts to about two billion litres every year. Joblessness, drought, and the low price of fuel in Iran compared to Pakistan are the main reasons for fuel smuggling.

Behrooz, 26. To cover the expenses of his sister’s wedding, Behrooz and his brother decided to smuggle fuel. They took 2000 litres of diesel fuel to the border. On the way to and around Lake Hamoon, they encountered the police. The police fired, Behrooz was hit in the leg, and his injury required hospitalization.

Six million litres of diesel and paraffin oil are smuggled out of Iran on to Pakistan every day, which amounts to about two billion litres every year. Joblessness, drought, and the low price of fuel in Iran compared to Pakistan are the main reasons for fuel smuggling.

Lal Khan, 35. Lal Khan took 2000 litres of diesel to the Pakistan border. On his way back, he was fired upon and shot and then taken to the hospital. He was found bleeding severely after lying by the side of the road for an hour. His spinal cord was damaged. Lal Khan has no idea who shot him. He is now paralysed from the waist down.

Six million litres of diesel and paraffin oil are smuggled out of Iran on to Pakistan every day, which amounts to about two billion litres every year. Joblessness, drought, and the low price of fuel in Iran compared to Pakistan are the main reasons for fuel smuggling.

Dadmohammad, 45. Dadmohammad lives in a border village in Iran. He used to be a farmer. After the droughts in Sistan, he could no longer go on farming. He says he didn’t have even bread to eat. He and other villagers decided to start smuggling fuel on their donkeys eight years ago.

Six million litres of diesel and paraffin oil are smuggled out of Iran on to Pakistan every day, which amounts to about two billion litres every year. Joblessness, drought, and the low price of fuel in Iran compared to Pakistan are the main reasons for fuel smuggling.

Hajar, 22. Hajar’s father kept diesel in his house, and their house became a diesel depot where the smugglers loaded up before heading for the border. Hajar was playing near the diesel barrels when suddenly they caught fire. She was burnt severely. Hajar has had several surgeries, but her father cannot cover her hospital expenses any more.

Six million litres of diesel and paraffin oil are smuggled out of Iran on to Pakistan every day, which amounts to about two billion litres every year. Joblessness, drought, and the low price of fuel in Iran compared to Pakistan are the main reasons for fuel smuggling.

Ahmad, 34. Ahmad was taking 1500 litres of diesel to the border. The police ordered him to stop at a checkpoint, but he drove away. After a few kilometers of pursuit, the officers threw spikes under his car and his tires burst, causing the car to overturn. Ahmad was thrown out of the vehicle and his arm was severely injured.

Six million litres of diesel and paraffin oil are smuggled out of Iran on to Pakistan every day, which amounts to about two billion litres every year. Joblessness, drought, and the low price of fuel in Iran compared to Pakistan are the main reasons for fuel smuggling.

Mohammad, 31. Mohammad lives in a border village. He was grazing his sheep on the bed of Lake Hamoon eight years ago. When the police fired at escaping fuel smugglers in the place Mohammad was grazing his sheep, he was accidentally shot in his left eye, with the bullet exiting through his right eye. He lost both eyes.

Six million litres of diesel and paraffin oil are smuggled out of Iran on to Pakistan every day, which amounts to about two billion litres every year. Joblessness, drought, and the low price of fuel in Iran compared to Pakistan are the main reasons for fuel smuggling.

Naser, 26. Naser and his father started smuggling fuel to earn a living. On the first night of their work, they went to the fuel depot with 50 empty barrels. The police fired at them. Naser was hit by a bullet in his spinal column and was seriously wounded. Naser and his father decided to sue the police.

Six million litres of diesel and paraffin oil are smuggled out of Iran on to Pakistan every day, which amounts to about two billion litres every year. Joblessness, drought, and the low price of fuel in Iran compared to Pakistan are the main reasons for fuel smuggling.

Eesa, 29. Eesa was working as an assistant in a fuel smuggling vehicle. He and the driver were going to the border with 2500 litres of diesel when the police opened fire on them. When several bullets hit their vehicle, the driver lost control of the car and it overturned as they flew off the road. Eesa was shot and lost his leg.

Aidar Kolashev lives in the village of Sebilyakovo, Tarsky District, Omsk Region. Every morning he goes to school making discoveries and meeting new people on the way.

Aidar Koldashev is a boy from the village of Sebilyakovo in the Tarsky District, Omsk Region. I call him “hedgehog in the fog,” just like the children’s animated film about a hedgehog who explores the world.

Aidar Kolashev lives in the village of Sebilyakovo, Tarsky District, Omsk Region. Every morning he goes to school making discoveries and meeting new people on the way.

Aidar liveson the right bank of the Irtysh River, and the school is on the left bank, in the village of Butakovo. To get there, Aidar first takes a boat across the river, to the village Kurmanovo, and then boards a school bus.

Aidar Kolashev lives in the village of Sebilyakovo, Tarsky District, Omsk Region. Every morning he goes to school making discoveries and meeting new people on the way.

Every morning, Aidar makes new discoveries on the way to school.

Aidar Kolashev lives in the village of Sebilyakovo, Tarsky District, Omsk Region. Every morning he goes to school making discoveries and meeting new people on the way.

Aidar meets new people on the way. His world is full of colors and emotions.

Aidar Kolashev lives in the village of Sebilyakovo, Tarsky District, Omsk Region. Every morning he goes to school making discoveries and meeting new people on the way.

Aidar likes watching animals that help people live and survive.

Aidar Kolashev lives in the village of Sebilyakovo, Tarsky District, Omsk Region. Every morning he goes to school making discoveries and meeting new people on the way.

Among his animal friends are goats, horses and cows.

Aidar Kolashev lives in the village of Sebilyakovo, Tarsky District, Omsk Region. Every morning he goes to school making discoveries and meeting new people on the way.

Aidar is a fifth-grader now.

Aidar Kolashev lives in the village of Sebilyakovo, Tarsky District, Omsk Region. Every morning he goes to school making discoveries and meeting new people on the way.

He plans to become a welder, like his uncle.

Aidar Kolashev lives in the village of Sebilyakovo, Tarsky District, Omsk Region. Every morning he goes to school making discoveries and meeting new people on the way.

In the meantime, the boy watches everyday life which is not as boring as it seems.

Aidar Kolashev lives in the village of Sebilyakovo, Tarsky District, Omsk Region. Every morning he goes to school making discoveries and meeting new people on the way.

Every new day gives him small pleasures and new impressions.

Aidar Kolashev lives in the village of Sebilyakovo, Tarsky District, Omsk Region. Every morning he goes to school making discoveries and meeting new people on the way.

The surrounding world is open and wonderful; we should not stop being amazed by its divine harmony and beauty.

Aidar Kolashev lives in the village of Sebilyakovo, Tarsky District, Omsk Region. Every morning he goes to school making discoveries and meeting new people on the way.

Adults should also feel like hedgehogs in the fog from time to time.

This is not a story about a disease. Kirill's story is about a seriously ill boy who seldom leaves his room, but whose dream of space travel allows him to leave his world and explore the unknown of boundless and endless space.

Kirill's portrait. He is incurably ill from birth. Among his many diagnosises are lymphangioma of the face, neck and mediastinum, Gorner’s syndrome, neuropathy of the facial nerve, explaining the deformrity of his face.

This is not a story about a disease. Kirill's story is about a seriously ill boy who seldom leaves his room, but whose dream of space travel allows him to leave his world and explore the unknown of boundless and endless space.

Kirill here is lying on his bed amid the planets and star-studded bed sheets. Some medical equipment may be seen nearby.

This is not a story about a disease. Kirill's story is about a seriously ill boy who seldom leaves his room, but whose dream of space travel allows him to leave his world and explore the unknown of boundless and endless space.

Kirill plays with a telescope on his bed. Kirill's grandmother is Russian orthodox, explaining why many Russian orthodox icons can be seen on the walls of Kirill's room.

This is not a story about a disease. Kirill's story is about a seriously ill boy who seldom leaves his room, but whose dream of space travel allows him to leave his world and explore the unknown of boundless and endless space.

Here Kirill draws space pictures on a special drawing board. Kirill cannot speak but is able to write and draw. He uses these skills to communicate.

This is not a story about a disease. Kirill's story is about a seriously ill boy who seldom leaves his room, but whose dream of space travel allows him to leave his world and explore the unknown of boundless and endless space.

Kirill can't eat normally due to his disease. He can only digest food in liquid form.

This is not a story about a disease. Kirill's story is about a seriously ill boy who seldom leaves his room, but whose dream of space travel allows him to leave his world and explore the unknown of boundless and endless space.

Kirill can't eat normally due to his illnesses. He receives special medical treatment and nutrition through tubes inserted into his body.

This is not a story about a disease. Kirill's story is about a seriously ill boy who seldom leaves his room, but whose dream of space travel allows him to leave his world and explore the unknown of boundless and endless space.

Kirill is seen here wearing his space-themed pajamas. Kirill's main interest is space. That is why his parents and volunteers often give Kirill toys and clothing with space drawings and designs.

This is not a story about a disease. Kirill's story is about a seriously ill boy who seldom leaves his room, but whose dream of space travel allows him to leave his world and explore the unknown of boundless and endless space.

Kirill plays with a big bouncy ball in his room. Like every child, he loves to play active games.

This is not a story about a disease. Kirill's story is about a seriously ill boy who seldom leaves his room, but whose dream of space travel allows him to leave his world and explore the unknown of boundless and endless space.

Kirill has serious breathing problems due to his disease. In order for him to breathe more easily a tracheostomy was performed to insert a breathing tube. He must also do special inhalations several times a day.

This is not a story about a disease. Kirill's story is about a seriously ill boy who seldom leaves his room, but whose dream of space travel allows him to leave his world and explore the unknown of boundless and endless space.

Kirill likes to look out the window of his room. He seldom leaves his room and rarely goes outside because of his condition.

This is not a story about a disease. Kirill's story is about a seriously ill boy who seldom leaves his room, but whose dream of space travel allows him to leave his world and explore the unknown of boundless and endless space.

Kirill plays at a table. He has just made a paper sun.

This is not a story about a disease. Kirill's story is about a seriously ill boy who seldom leaves his room, but whose dream of space travel allows him to leave his world and explore the unknown of boundless and endless space.

Kirill jumping on his bed. As is the case with every child, he likes to be active.