As 2016 comes to a close, Global News takes a look back at some of the most compelling images that have captivated our audience this year.

Aftershocks continue to rattle the quake-devastated area as the death toll nears 300.

Here’s a look back at some of the best photos from Day 14 of competitions of the Rio Olympics.

Here’s a look back at some of the best photos from Day 13 of competitions of the Rio Olympics.

Here’s a look back at some of the best photos from Day 12 of competitions of the Rio Olympics.

Here’s a look back at some of the best photos from Day 10 of competitions of the Rio Olympics.

Here’s a look back at some of the best photos from Day 6 competitions of the Rio Olympics.

Here’s a look back at some of the best photos from Day 5 competitions of the Rio Olympics.

Here’s a look back at some of the best photos from the 2016 Summer Games so far.

Here’s a roundup of some offbeat photos of the week, animal edition.