A look at the best news photos from around the world.
February 12, 2019

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EKO Cobra, a police tactical unit from Austria, competes during the UAE SWAT Challenge, organized by the United Arab Emirates interior ministry in Dubai, UAE.

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A paramilitary officer stands guard during a snowfall at the Tiananmen Square in Beijing, China.

3
Bichon Frises gather in the judging ring during the Daytime Session in the Breed Judging across the Hound, Toy, Non-Sporting and Herding groups at the 143rd Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show at Pier 92/94 in New York City, Feb.11, 2019.

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Folk artists throw molten iron to create sparks during an event to celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year, in Shangqiu, Henan province, China, Feb. 11, 2019.