2000s Collection (#33)

Restoration of the Bolshoi Theatre Moscow
Theatre reconstruction. View of the interior of the Bolshoi Theatre, Moscow, during its restoration. The area being worked on here is where the main stage was being rebuilt

Soyuz rocket travelling to launchpad
Soyuz rocket. A Soyuz-U rocket on its transporter, being moved to its launchpad. This rocket is carrying the Progress M-62 which was launched on 23 December 2007 carrying supplies to

Proton M rocket near its launch pad
Proton M rocket. A Proton M rocket seen being pushed toward its launch pad at the Baikonur Cosmosdrome, Kazakhstan. This rocket has a Briz-M upper stage used to transfer payloads to geostationary

Rocket launch. Trail created by the core stage of a Soyuz-U rocket after launch from Baikonur Cosmodrome, Kazakhstan. This rocket was carrying a Progress-M unmanned cargo ship on a mission to

2009 H1N1 swine flu virus, TEM
H1N1 swine flu virus. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of swine influenza (flu) virus particles (virions) from the April 2009 outbreak, which originated in Mexico City, Mexico

Rhone glacier, Switzerland
Rhone glacier in the Swiss Alps, panoramic view. A new glacial lake (green) is forming as a result of the glacier melting. Photographed in 2008

WMAP spacecraft, artwork
WMAP (Wilkinson Microwave Anisotropy Probe) spacecraft. Computer artwork of the WMPAP spacecraft travelling towards the second Lagrangian point (L2)

Total lunar eclipse, montage image. Sequence of consecutive images running from left to right, showing the Moon passing through the shadow of the Earth

Glacier-polished rocks. Glacier-polished (striated) rocks (upper centre) seen in front of Rhone glacier in the Swiss Alps

Deforestation in the Amazon, 2000
Deforestation in the Amazon. True colour Landsat satellite image of the Eastern part of the state of Rondonia in Brazil, showing areas of deforestation (light green and brown)

Norwegian fjords, satellite image. North is at top. Water is black, snow is white and ice is blue. Glaciers (blue) are seen in several of the valleys, carrying ice down from the mountains to the sea

Volcanic landscape, satellite image. North is at top. Desert sands and salt deposits are white, with the colour varying to light blue depending on the amount of rock content

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The 2000s were a decade of innovation, exploration, and artistic brilliance. From the mesmerizing guitar skills of Pat Martino in 2009 to the breathtaking artwork by Alan John Ainsworth, this era was filled with unforgettable moments. In 2008, the International Space Station became a symbol of human achievement as it floated gracefully above our planet's surface. Meanwhile, Dickinson College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania served as a hub for intellectual growth and cultural exchange. Sports enthusiasts cheered on Shane Watson, an Australian cricketer who showcased his exceptional talent on the field. The year 2000 witnessed Maynard Ferguson's incredible creation brought to life by Brian Foskett - a masterpiece that resonated with music lovers worldwide. Mikhail Kalashnikov left an indelible mark on history as the Russian gun designer whose inventions shaped warfare during this period. As we gazed at spacecraft landing on the Moon through lunar maps and marveled at satellite images capturing the vastness of Syria Desert or Richat Structure from above, our understanding of our world expanded. Artistic expressions continued to flourish throughout these years; Delta mission to ISS inspired awe through captivating artworks while Ron Carter's performance at North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague transported audiences into another realm. In Falmouth 24645_008 photograph taken during this time frame, we catch glimpses of everyday life - people going about their routines amidst changing times. These hints encapsulate just some aspects that defined the vibrant tapestry woven by events and individuals during the remarkable era known as the 2000s.