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Photos: Twitter and Facebook's favorite AP pictures of the year
From religious festivals in the mountains of Nepal to neglected children in Pakistan and one very heroic little dog, this collection of images highlights some of the top trending photos, most popular, and most liked content on Facebook and Twitter in 2013 from around the world by Associated Press photographers.
Our favorite photos of 2013
May snow storms, tall ships, annual rituals and small towns fighting for survival all were part of the stories told with photographs from around the state this year. Here are a few of our favorites.
Photos: Vikings thump Eagles
The Vikings beat Philadelphia on Sunday 48-30 to snap a five-game winning streak by the Eagles.
Photos: Ukrainian opposition presses with massive rally
About 200,000 anti-government protesters converged on the central square of Ukraine's capital Sunday in a dramatic show of morale after nearly four weeks of daily protests, but the rally was shadowed by suggestions that their goal of closer ties with Europe may be imperiled.
Photos: Snowstorm brings white Christmas to Bethlehem, and beyond
Here in Minnesota we're used to freezing temperatures and snowy roads in December. Snow plows stand ready. Winter coats are hanging by the door. But in the Middle East, full-blown winter is something rare. The snow shouldn't last long thought -- temps in the region are forecasted to reach the 50s by next week.
Photos: Nelson Mandela, 1918 - 2013
Nelson Mandela,died on Thursday at the age of 95, a global symbol of sacrifice and reconciliation in a world often jarred by conflict and division.
Photos: Winter storm moves through Minnesota
A National Weather Service observer reported 26 inches of snow north of Two Harbors late Tuesday night. Duluth was buried under at least 16 inches. Forecasters say much of the region will see another 8 to 12 inches Wednesday.