IN TODAY'S BEST PHOTOS from around the world, we lead with a shot from Argentine Antarctica, where temperatures soared to 18 degrees Celcius, the hottest ever recorded. We also have a cruise ship in quarantine, Trump's acquittal, and a train crash in Antwerp. 

IN TODAY'S BEST PHOTOS we lead with a shot from Moscow, where close to a thousand protestors gathered to demonstrateagainst Vladimir Putin's recent attempts to amend the constitution of Russia in a way that would allow him to remain in power indefinitely. In addition, we have protests in Beirut, snowfall in Tehran, and the aftermath of the Taal Volcano. 

IN TODAY'S BEST PHOTOS from around the world, we lead with a dramatic shot from Australia, where emergency services and volunteers are continuing to grapple with some of the most severe wildfires in Australia's history. We also have a churchgoing pig in Rome, Swiss fighter jets in the Alps, and sit-in protests in Baghdad. 

IN TODAY'S BEST PHOTOS from around the world, we lead with a handout from the UK's Royal Mint showing the new coins that will be circulated after Brexit day at the end of the month. We also have shots from protests in Iraq, airstrikes in Syria, and a military parade in India. 

IN TODAY'S BEST PHOTOS from around the world, we lead with an image from an anti-Brexit demonstration in London today, where thousands of protestors have gathered amid a crucial vote in the British Parliament, which will decide whether to accept the Brexit agreement struck between the UK and the EU this week. We also have a soldier in Syria, protests in Chile, and an Elizabeth Warren rally in Virginia. 

IN TODAY'S BEST PHOTOS from around the world, we lead with two photos from Iowa, where a chaotic caucus has meant that the final results are still being counted amid rising accusations of incompetence. We also have a photo from an avalanche in Turkey, Olympics preparations in Tokyo, and the Coronavirus in Vietnam. 

IN TODAY'S BEST PHOTOS from around the world, we lead with images from China, where public health concerns over the Wuhan Coronavirus are prompting people to take extra precautions as the WHO warns of a global health emergency. We also have the aftermath of Storm Gloria in Spain, and Auschwitz commemorations in Israel. 

IN TODAY'S BEST PHOTOS FROM AROUND THE WORLD, we lead with a photo of a mall in Caracas, Venezuela, where shoppers took advantage of the end of year 'bonus' offered by President Maduro consisting of about $30 worth of cryptocurrency. We also have elections in Guinea-Bissau, a pride parade in India, and the El Enfarinats festival in Spain.

A COMMUTER TRAIN PACKED WITH PILGRIMS caught ablaze earlier today, resulting in carnage that has so far caused the deaths of 74 people. The train, travelling between the cities of Karachi and Rawalpindi, caught fire after a gas cylinder being used by passengers to cook breakfast exploded. 

IN TODAY'S BEST PHOTOS from around the world, we lead with a shot from a supermarket in Madrid, where panic-buying driven by fears over the COVID-19 virus has led to empty shelves. We also have a shot from a Joe Biden rally in the runup to 'Sequel Tuesday', a housing estate in Hong Kong, and a Colour Run Parade in Mumbai. 

IN TODAY'S BEST PHOTOS from around the world, we lead with a shot from a beauty pageant for trans women in Pattaya, Thailand, where mounting fears of the coronavirus have not prevented the contestants from rehearsing. We also have a shot of the Grand Princess cruise ship, migrant clashes at the Greek border, and a street scene in Saudi Arabia. 

IN TODAY'S PHOTOS FROM AROUND THE WORLD, we lead with a photo of the Hong Kong protests, which are heating up after a judge recently dismissed a challenge to a new law banning the use of face masks. In addition, protests in Iraq, a stranded Thai elephant, and sunset in the North Sea make up the rest of the best photos from today. 

IN TODAY'S BEST PHOTOS from around the world, we lead with a shot of Argentinian Flamenco dancers in Lebanon, stranded due to the COVID-19 virus. We also have self-isolation birthday treats in Brussels, a wary street performer in Leipzig, and a wild elephant in Colombo. 

IN TODAY'S BEST PHOTOS from around the world, we lead with a protestor in the Lebanese industrial town of Dora, where protests continue over the government's attempt to force through tax hikes and austerity measures, including a recently-scrapped attempt to tax Whatsapp calls. We also have a burning train in Santiago, an oil spill in Brazil, and a campaign rally in Buenos Aires. 

A NUMBER OF PROTESTORS gathered in Helsinki's Senate Square today to demonstrate against Turkey's recent military incursion into Syria, following the withdrawal of US troops from the region. There is widespread concern that the offensive will lead to heavy casualties among Kurdish fighters and civilians, who were instrumental partners in the US's fight against ISIS. 

THERE WERE MIXED EMOTIONS ON EITHER SIDE OF THE ENGLISH CHANNEL TODAY as the EU agreed to offer another 'Brextension' on Britain's departure from the Union, with this one expected to last until 31 January. It is believed that the extension was offered with the intention to allow the UK to hold a general election, the result of which could significantly affect the outcome of Brexit. 

LARGE NUMBERS OF REFUGEES FROM SYRIA, AFGHANISTAN, IRAQ, AND MOROCCO embarked on the perilous journey across the Mediterranean towards Europe today, after Turkey decided to open its borders to crossings, prompting fresh fears of a humanitarian crisis on par with that seen in 2015.

OPPOSITION PARTIES, PUNDITS, AND VOTERS IN THE UK AND BEYOND expressed shock this morning upon the news that the British Conservative Party, led by Boris Johnson, has secured a landslide victory in the UK general election, winning its largest majority in decades. 

IN TODAY'S BEST PHOTOS from around the world, we lead with a shot of Storm Dennis as it makes landfall in western France after causing severe flooding across the UK this weekend. We also have a NASA rocket delivery, anti-Putin protests in St. Petersburg, and Venice Carnival.

IN TODAY'S ROUNDUP OF THE BEST PHOTOS FROM AROUND THE WORLD, we lead with a photo of a sunset in Hawaii. We also have a smog outbreak in Tehran, rail strikes in Paris, elephants in Indonesia, and a play area in Bangkok.