A look at the best news photos from around the world.
August 18, 2016
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Gold medal winner Brianna Rollins, silver medal winner, Nia Ali, and bronze medal winner Kristi Castlin,all from the United States, celebrate with their country's flag.
2
A huge plume of smoke crosses over Interstate 15 during the Blue Cut fire at the Cajon Pass in San Bernardino County, California.
3
Members of a Chinese honor guard stand at attention during a welcome ceremony for Myanmar's State Counselor Aung San Suu Kyi at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.
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A woman carries a rainbow-colored umbrella as she walks during a rain shower in Beijing.