'Supermoon' observed around world

Updated: 2014-08-11 06:13

(chinadaily.com.cn)

Supermoon rises behind the cathedral in Mdina, Malta's ancient capital city, in the centre of the island, August 10, 2014. The astronomical event occurs when the moon is closest to the Earth in its orbit, making it appear much larger and brighter than usual. [Photo/Agencies]