Stockholm announces British author Kazuo Ishiguro, best known for his novel "The Remains of the Day" , has won the 2017 Nobel Literature Prize. The 69-year-old author reacts to the news in London.

For centuries, farmers in southern Mexico City have cultivated "chinampas", agricultural islands first developed in pre-Hispanic times and still in use today. But water contamination is an increasing concern for them. In these wetlands, environmental NGO Matter of Trust is testing human hair as a tool to reduce pollution and improve soil health. "Hair has an adhesive quality and the ability to capture certain contaminants," says Mattia Carenini, Global Hubs Director at Matter of Trust.

People visit the Lama Temple in Beijing to burn incense and offer prayers as the Year of the Horse kicks off. The Horse, which is the seventh animal in the 12-year Chinese zodiac cycle, is traditionally associated with high energy, intelligence, and a free-spirited, independent nature.

In Rio de Janeiro, Carnival isn't just for humans -- hundreds of costumed dogs take to the streets for the beloved Blocao festival. This year, the festivities take place in Barra da Tijuca. "We love coming here and having fun. For us, carnival with them is wonderful," says dog owner Lua Machado.

The UK's most famous feline, Larry the cat, marks 15 years as the country's chief mouser patrolling the corridors of power of 10 Downing Street. At an estimated 19 years old, Larry has outlasted five prime ministers, upstaged visiting world leaders, and is currently living with his sixth housemate, Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

40 skaters from over 20 countries are performing at the Zenith venue in Paris in Holiday on Ice's new show, "Horizons." Among them is Canadian Daniel Villeneuve, who has left competition behind and now embraces "the love of skating" and "having fun". "Everyone loves the feeling of flying, of gliding, it’s magical," he says.