The latest winners of Bird Photographer of the Year were as stunning as ever. Jade Burrell writes about the contest and the overall winner as we showcase our favourites

If you’re planning to enter our Urban Life round, which launches next week, take these tips from four of last year’s top ten photographers

Our favourite photos posted by readers on our social media channels this week

As many as 300,000 displaced Gazans streamed northward on Jan. 27, after Israel reopened the Netzarim corridor, which bisects the Gaza Strip. Carrying their belongings in plastic bags and flour sacks

Each round, we shine a spotlight on a selection of excellent entries from the many camera clubs that enter APOY

Our pick of the best titles about photography published this year – each one will make an ideal festive season gift for lovers of the medium…