Another widespread January meme theme is the idea of doing a Dry January, where participants attempt to abstain from alcohol for the month. Memes capturing the mid-month, or even earlier, struggle ...

Here are some of the most compelling photographs from the first week of 2025 from around RFE/RL's region. For more photo galleries, see our archive. 1 A burqa-clad Afghan woman begs for alms on a ...