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Picturing 2008 in unforgettable photos and images - including the past 12 months at its best, worst and most powerful.

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At right, one of the most buzzed about photos of the year captures US presidential candidate John McCain reacting to almost heading the wrong way off the stage at the conclusion of the final presidential debate at Hofstra University in New York, October 15, 2008.

For more, see the entire gallery of Reuter's Pictures of the Year 2008 and check out the rest of the Web for more stunning shots that made memories throughout the year ...

The Year in Pictures 2008 TIME - Memorable images from moments at the White House to the campaign trail, along with memorable Summer Olympic moments, heartbreaking war coverage and telling photos from natural disasters.

Year in Pictures - Year in Review MSNBC.com - The most graphic photos of the year with focus on natural disasters, war, poverty, and social upheavals. Also click around for more stunning shots from space and this year's most memorable sports moments.

BBC News - Year in Pictures - Complete coverage including news features, photo galleries and videos spanning sports, politics, show biz and pop culture.

Best of Celebs 2008 - People.com - The best dresses! The hottest stars! The shocking stories! With the best of 2008's top fashionistas and celebrity train wrecks.

SI's Greatest Shots of '08 - The Summer Olympics, plus major sports upsets and more sports action from the past year in an interactive slide show....

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