Photographers around the world captured breathtaking views of the moon in its waxing gibbous and crescent phases on March 2, 2026, just before the March full moon known as the Worm Moon. Named for seasonal signs of spring, the moon appeared over rivers, cities, fields and monuments from South America to Europe. PICS/AFP

After a historic 40-day streak of consecutive rainy days—the longest on record—finally ended on Monday, France`s south-western regions, particularly along the River Garonne, continue to grapple with widespread flooding. Storm Nils and weeks of relentless downpours caused the Garonne to overflow, submerging roads, isolating homes, and turning farmlands into vast muddy lakes. PICS and TEXT/AFP