From global conflict to moments of humanity, AP staff and leading picture editors select the photographs that defined 2025.

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Thai wildlife authorities garnered attention online after posting images of a rare, purple-shelled crab. The crab is known locally as the princess crab in a nod to Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, Thailand's ...

Since the GMC Hummer EV was first unveiled, one of the biggest talking points was the CrabWalk feature. It turns the wheels diagonally and lets you drive somewhat sideways at low speeds. Even after ...

In Pirates of the Caribbean, Jack and Will use an overturned dinghy to hold air underwater. Madness or brilliance?

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