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Cutting a surreal path through the high-altitude deserts of western China, Xitai Jinaier Lake (also known as West Taijinar Lake) is a striking salt lake in the remote Qaidam Basin. A stretch of National Highway 315 runs directly across its shallow waters, creating the illusion of a road floating between two worlds. On one side, the water often appears deep blue; on the other, a softer green hue, a contrast shaped by differing mineral concentrations in the brine.

Set more than 2,600 metres above sea level, the lake lies within a vast, arid basin where salt lakes and desert expanses dominate the landscape. Here, evaporation leaves behind mineral-rich deposits, giving the water its unusual tones. The result is a stark yet captivating environment—quiet, expansive and almost otherworldly. Driving across Xitai Jinaier Lake feels like crossing an inland sea at the edge of the world, where geology and isolation combine to create one of China's most unforgettable landscapes.

An adventurer shown here cycles through Bardenas Reales Natural Park and Biosphere Reserve in Navarra, Spain, a stark landscape shaped by wind and water over millions of years. Its maze of eroded cliffs, plateaus and dry channels feels closer to another planet than northern Spain. Ever wondered why filmmakers use it as a stand-in for deserts and distant worlds? The reserve covers more than 400 square kilometres and supports hardy plants adapted to heat, drought and poor soils. Griffon vultures circle above ravines, while foxes, wildcats and migratory birds move across the semi-arid terrain.

Protected as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the park allows cycling on designated routes, offering a rare chance to experience a fragile environment at ground level and human speed. With little rainfall and dramatic temperature shifts between day and night, Bardenas Reales reveals how life persists in one of Spain's most unusual natural landscapes. Some rock formations even carry local names inspired by castles, animals and regional legends.

June 2 is Republic Day, an anniversary that celebrates the birth of democratic Italy. In 1946, with an institutional referendum, Italians were called upon to choose the form of the State, marking the beginning of a new political and civil season. Today this day is an opportunity to remember the value of participation, freedom and shared responsibility. From official ceremonies to local initiatives, the country pauses to reflect on the path taken and the challenges still open.

The Republic is not just an institutional system, but a living idea that is renewed every day through the contribution of those who study, work, engage and participate in collective life. It is a balance built over time, made up of rights and duties that intertwine. Celebrating June 2 also means looking to the future with awareness, remembering that democracy is never acquired once and for all, but is preserved and strengthened over time.

At midnight, a map shifted—and a region found its rhythm. On 2 June 2014, Telangana became India's youngest state, carved from Andhra Pradesh, with Hyderabad as its capital. Telangana Day marks that moment—and the momentum since.

Hyderabad, the 'City of Pearls,' once led the global trade of Golconda diamonds and now powers India's IT and pharma sectors. From Charminar (pictured here) to Cyberabad, it blends heritage with high-tech. History runs deep, shaped by the Satavahanas, the Kakatiya dynasty and the Nizams of Hyderabad. The Ramappa Temple, a UNESCO site, showcases Kakatiya craftsmanship.

Festivals like Bathukamma and Bonalu keep traditions blooming. The Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project shows scale, while Sircilla keeps the looms busy, weaving the state into India's textile story. Top it off with Hyderabadi biryani, and Telangana proves it doesn't just state its case—it plates it.

Today, June 2nd, is Yokohama Port Opening Day. Japan, which had been closed off for over 200 years, opened its doors in 1854 by signing the Treaty of Peace and Amity with the United States. Based on the Ansei Five-Power Treaty signed in 1858, Yokohama Port opened on July 1, 1859 (Ansei 6, June 2). Every year on this day, the 'Yokohama Port Opening Festival' is held at Yokohama Port. Today's image shows the Minato Mirai 21 district, a planned city surrounding Yokohama Port. This district underwent full-scale development following the 1989 Yokohama Expo, and today it has been designated as a central Yokohama area, growing into a hub for tourism, business, and culture.

Every June, Pride Month bursts into cities and streets across the United States—but its origins lie in defiance, not festivity. The observance grew from the Stonewall uprising of June 1969, when LGBTQIA+ New Yorkers pushed back against routine police raids, igniting a movement that reshaped civil rights history.

Today's image was taken on June 28, 2020, when the legacy took on new meaning. With Pride parades canceled amid the coronavirus pandemic, Rockefeller Center stood unusually quiet as rainbow flags lined its plaza. The installation marked 50 years since the first Pride march, transforming one of New York City's most recognizable landmarks into a place of reflection rather than crowds.

Pride Month today carries both celebration and weight. It honors decades of activism, creativity, and resilience while acknowledging progress that remains unfinished. From small-town gatherings to iconic urban spaces, Pride continues to be visible—insisting that LGBTQIA+ history is not a footnote, but a living, evolving part of the American story.