Alpine landscapes can be some of the most pristine and majestic vistas in the world. Photographer Walter Niedermayr’s images of the world’s most beautiful slopes are featured in The Aspen Series, a new book by Hatje Cantz.
From the French intervention in Mali and the Obama daughters enjoying the Inauguration to the surreal, icy aftermath of a fire in Chicago and a headless princess in London, TIME presents the best images of the week.
From freezing conditions across Europe and riots in Greece to New York City’s Westminster Dog Show and Sumo wrestling in India, TIME’s photo department presents the best images of the week.
