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Nine-year-old Kerim Efe Umut sits on a ceremonial throne as a family friend pins a gold coin to his sash during his sünnet düğünü, or circumcision celebration, in Istanbul, Turkey. Traditionally, guests give gold coins to mark the occasion, but photographer Emre Çaylak says rising gold prices and economic pressures have led some guests to give Turkish lira instead. The celebration is an important coming-of-age tradition in Turkey, where boys often wear elaborate outfits inspired by Ottoman-era dress as family and friends gather for food, music, and festivities.Animals
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National Geographic Explorer Bertie Gregory explores the extraordinary lives of bees, which are among the planet’s most important animals. Over three years, special cameras opened a rare window into a single hive, revealing its hidden world. With more than 20,000 bee species pollinating one-third of the world’s food, this series uncovers their astonishing architecture and intelligence, unlocking their secrets.
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