London's skyline was speckled with pink last night as its most famous landmarks were lit up in support of the UK's leading breast cancer research charity.
Buckingham Palace, Nelson's Column, the Tower of London and the BT Tower were among the capital's icons that were bathed in a rosy glow to mark the launch of Breast Cancer Campaign's action month.
The event aims to raise awareness about the devastating disease, its effects and ways to prevent it throughout October.
London was followed by major cities across the world, from New York to Tokyo, who also shone fuchsia spotlights on their own iconic buildings for the cause.
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Painting the town pink...
Painting the town pink...
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