Today’s best photos: from big waves in Portugal to shaving on the streets of India

'The National' selects the most striking pictures from around the world

People stand on the top of cliffs to watch a surfing session at Praia do Norte, or North Beach, in Nazare, Portugal. AP

People stand on the top of cliffs to watch a surfing session at Praia do Norte, or North Beach, in Nazare, Portugal. AP

Jan 09, 2022

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Saturday's best photos: from disguised guinea pigs to an ice climbing festival

Friday's best photos: from a robotic arm photographer to Biden at US Capitol

Thursday's best photos: from Abu Dhabi birds in flight to a Djokovic fan

Wednesday's best photos: from Michelin-starred Tokyo tuna to snow in Kabul

Tuesday's best photos: from Burj Khalifa's birthday to a blizzard in Washington DC

Updated: January 09, 2022, 12:41 PM

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