Internationally renowned YouTube star Andres Felipe Valencia Barrientos, known as Yung Filly, is on trial in Perth for the alleged rape and assault of a 20-year-old woman. A jury was shown graphic photographs of the alleged victim's injuries, including multiple bruises and swellings, presented by a sexual assault specialist.
A Guardian photo editor shares their top 30 photographs from the recent World Cup, highlighting moments of skill, emotion, and news significance. The selection includes iconic players like Messi and Haaland, dramatic game incidents, and candid fan reactions, offering a unique visual retrospective of the tournament.
The Arles photography festival features diverse exhibitions, including "We Are Not Alone: Alien Images" showcasing UFO photographs, "Animal Model" exploring animal photography, and works by Paul Kodjo, Saodat Ismailova, and Ming Smith, challenging traditional hierarchies in art.
England batter Jordan Cox shared his disappointment over the lack of privacy for Virat Kohli, who was secretly photographed during a London meeting. Cox described Kohli's desire for a normal life and praised his selfless nature as a mentor.
An editor explores alternative photographic techniques like slit-scanning and digital flat-bed scanning to create experimental images of the World Cup, drawing parallels to historical sports photography methods and emphasizing photography's artistic potential.
Photographer Daniel Malikyar aims to showcase Afghanistan's beauty and culture beyond negative stereotypes, documenting remote villages and the lives of its people, like Kyrgyz nomads in the Pamir Mountains.
Police are investigating claims that Siya Goyal, the prime accused in the murder of Pune realtor Ketan Agrawal, secretly married Chetan Chaudhary four months before Agrawal's death. The alleged secret marriage, reportedly witnessed by two college friends, was kept hidden from families while wedding preparations for Siya and Ketan were underway. Evidence, including digital footprints and deleted photos, is being sought to corroborate the claim.
Illegal online casinos are using fake news, AI-generated videos, and deepfakes to falsely present football stars Jude Bellingham and Bruno Fernandes as official brand partners, exploiting their identities to attract customers. This marks a new level of deception beyond previous tactics of using retired players.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding attire, including Swift's haute couture gown, was designed by Jonathan Anderson, creative director of Dior. The French fashion house's involvement was a surprise for the 'all-American' wedding, which took place in New York City.
UK Justice Secretary David Lammy has pledged to increase sentences for murderers of current or ex-partners by 10 years. This change follows campaigning by mothers of victims, who highlighted the disparity in sentencing for domestic murders compared to street murders. The new measure aims to address a "fundamental unfairness" in the justice system.
Aqueduct Racetrack hosted its final day of thoroughbred racing on Sunday, closing after 132 years. The New York Racing Association is consolidating operations at Belmont Park, reflecting economic shifts in the sport. For many, the closure signifies the loss of a beloved neighborhood institution and a unique part of New York City's social fabric.
Russian missile, drone, and glide bomb attacks on Monday killed at least nine people and injured dozens across Ukraine, hitting major industrial centers like Dnipro, Zaporizhzhia, and Kharkiv. Civilian infrastructure and vehicles were targeted, prompting Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to call for stronger European anti-ballistic defense.
UK holidaymakers are warned to verify accommodations via reverse image searches and online maps to avoid scams, as research shows a third of travelers have seen an increase in potential travel scams on social media, exacerbated by late bookings due to the Iran war uncertainty.
Cape Verde players celebrated reaching the last 32 of the World Cup after a near 1,000 miles away result confirmed their qualification. They will now face Lionel Messi and Argentina, a remarkable underdog story for the nation of 530,000.
The 2026 World Cup has garnered massive viewing figures globally, with England's match against Croatia drawing 15.4 million on ITV, Brazil's game versus Haiti attracting over 30 million, and Japan's match with Tunisia reaching over 20 million on Nippon TV. These figures highlight strong global engagement, though still below the 2022 final's 571 million average.
Air pollution kills over 8 million people annually, yet receives little media attention. Cities like London and New York are proving that data-driven solutions can drastically reduce pollution levels, offering a roadmap for global action.
NCERT has restored the original "Dancing Girl" figurine image in its Class IX arts textbook after media reports highlighted its altered version. The bronze artifact from Mohenjo-daro had its bare torso covered in the new edition, sparking controversy.
A year after its announcement, the Trump T1 Phone remains shrouded in mystery, plagued by delays, questionable 'made in the US' claims, and a lack of verifiable customer orders. Despite a $100 deposit requirement, the phone's actual production and delivery to consumers are unconfirmed.
Iraq's qualification for the World Cup is a remarkable tale of overcoming immense challenges, including war, travel disruptions, and personal obstacles for players and coach Graham Arnold.
Artist Bettina Grossman, known as Bettina, lived reclusively in room 503 of NYC's Chelsea Hotel for 40 years, creating vast amounts of art. Her work is now gaining recognition.
The author reflects on the complex relationship between children who inspired famous literary works and their creators, exploring themes of exploitation, fame, and the blurred lines between life and fiction.
Chinese basketball player Zhang Hanbo has been banned for three years by the CBA for competing under two different names and lying about his age. Born in 2006, he registered as Li Yize with a 2008 birthdate to maintain eligibility for competitions.
Inmates at New York's Rikers Island jail gather to watch the Knicks play in the NBA Finals, finding rare unity and connection to the city outside through sports, despite the facility's notorious conditions and their own legal limbo.
North Korea's Naegohyang Women's FC made history by winning the AFC Women's Champions League, defeating Japan's Tokyo Verdy Beleza. The team was personally honored by Kim Jong-un upon their return to Pyongyang.
