More Amazing Photos: World Press Photo Contest 2014 Winners

Powerful, visionary and beautiful images that reflect the world around us today, captured by great photographers who often risk life and limb to reveal what would otherwise go unseen and unnoticed.

World Press Photo Contest 2014 Winners

1st Prize People — Observed Portraits Single: A woman is disappointed after access to see former South Africa President Nelson Mandela was closed on the third and final day of his casket lying in state outside Union Buildings in Pretoria, South Africa.

 

2nd Prize Spot News Stories: A woman and children hide in the Westgate Mall in Nairobi, Kenya, on September 21, 2013. They escaped unharmed after gunmen opened fire at the upscale mall, killing at least 39 people in one of the worst terrorist attacks in Kenya’s history.

 

3rd Prize Sports Action Stories: Daniel Arnamnart of Australia competes in the men’s 100-meter backstroke during day two of the Australian Swimming Championships on April 27, 2013, at SA Aquatic and Leisure Center in Adelaide, Australia.

 

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