2023 in Photos: How the First Months Unfolded

A look at some of the most memorable events of 2023, including heavy snowfall in California, livestreamers on the street in China, Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine, and much more

As the end of the year approaches, here is a look back at some of the major news moments of 2023. Events covered in this essay (the first of a three-part photo summary of the year) include heavy snowfall in California, following an atmospheric river of storms; livestreamers on the street in China; Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine; the passing of a distant comet; a devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria; and much more. Check back later this week for parts two and three, and be sure to see our earlier “Top 25 News Photos of 2023.”