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White House East Room demolition begins for Trump's Ballroom construction, and more from around the world

As the U.S. Marines celebrate their 250th birthday with a splashy amphibious display, the White House is caught in a construction frenzy that has protesters donning baby costumes to voice their disdain for a president who seems more focused on ballrooms than barricades.
White House East Room demolition begins for Trump's Ballroom construction, and more from around the world Workers demolish the facade of the East Wing of the White House on October 20, 2025 in Washington, DC. The demolition is part of U.S. President Donald Trump's plan to build a ballroom reportedly costing $250 million on the eastern side of the White House. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)
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US President Donald J. Trump holds a mock-up of the new White House Ballroom as he meets with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 22 October 2025. The leaders met to discuss continued support for Ukraine. EPA/AARON SCHWARTZ / POOL
US President Donald J. Trump holds a mock-up of the new White House Ballroom as he meets with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 22 October 2025. The leaders met to discuss continued support for Ukraine. EPA/AARON SCHWARTZ / POOL
U.S. President Donald Trump holds a model of an arch as he delivers remarks during a ballroom fundraising dinner in the East Room of the White House on October 15, 2025 in Washington, DC. Trump hosted organizations and individuals for a fundraising dinner for the new $250 million ballroom addition currently under construction at the White House. (Photo: Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)
U.S. President Donald Trump holds a model of an arch as he delivers remarks during a ballroom fundraising dinner in the East Room of the White House on October 15, 2025 in Washington, DC. Trump hosted organizations and individuals for a fundraising dinner for the new $250 million ballroom addition currently under construction at the White House. (Photo: Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)
A protestor wears a baby costume with a mask of U.S. President Donald Trump during the second "No Kings" protest on October 18, 2025 in Washington, DC. Organizers expect millions to participate in cities and towns across the nation for the second "No Kings" protest to denounce the Trump administration. (Photo: Nathan Howard/Getty Images)
A protestor wears a baby costume with a mask of U.S. President Donald Trump during the second "No Kings" protest on October 18, 2025 in Washington, DC. Organizers expect millions to participate in cities and towns across the nation for the second "No Kings" protest to denounce the Trump administration. (Photo: Nathan Howard/Getty Images)
Anti-I.C.E. protesters clash with federal agents at the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement building on October 18, 2025 in Portland, Oregon. Organizers expect millions to participate in cities and towns across the nation for the second "No Kings" protest to denounce the Trump administration. (Photo: Mathieu Lewis-Rolland/Getty Images)
Anti-I.C.E. protesters clash with federal agents at the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement building on October 18, 2025 in Portland, Oregon. Organizers expect millions to participate in cities and towns across the nation for the second "No Kings" protest to denounce the Trump administration. (Photo: Mathieu Lewis-Rolland/Getty Images)
The façade of Centre Pompidou’s modern and contemporary art collection is seen with a pyrotechnic mural made by the artist Cai Guo‑Qiang during Le Dernier Carnaval show, in Paris, France, 22 October 2025. The show is part of a farewell event honouring the Centre Pompidou before its closure for a five-year renovation period. EPA/Mohammed Badra
The façade of Centre Pompidou’s modern and contemporary art collection is seen with a pyrotechnic mural made by the artist Cai Guo‑Qiang during Le Dernier Carnaval show, in Paris, France, 22 October 2025. The show is part of a farewell event honouring the Centre Pompidou before its closure for a five-year renovation period. EPA/Mohammed Badra
French Police officers seal off the entrance to the Louvre Museum after a Jewllery Heist on October 19, 2025 in Paris, France. France's Culture Minister, Rachida Dati, announced the closure of the world-famous art museum on X due to the robbery taking place just after the Louvre opened to the public. It is being reported that millions of pound with of historic jewellery belonging to Napoleon and Empress Josephine has been stolen. (Photo: Kiran Ridley/Getty Images)
French Police officers seal off the entrance to the Louvre Museum after a Jewllery Heist on October 19, 2025 in Paris, France. France's Culture Minister, Rachida Dati, announced the closure of the world-famous art museum on X due to the robbery taking place just after the Louvre opened to the public. It is being reported that millions of pound with of historic jewellery belonging to Napoleon and Empress Josephine has been stolen. (Photo: Kiran Ridley/Getty Images)
A vehicle is seen after ramming a security barricade at the White House complex on October 21, 2025 in Washington, DC. The Secret Service reported that one individual was arrested and that the vehicle is now deemed safe. (Photo: Andrew Leyden/Getty Images)
A vehicle is seen after ramming a security barricade at the White House complex on October 21, 2025 in Washington, DC. The Secret Service reported that one individual was arrested and that the vehicle is now deemed safe. (Photo: Andrew Leyden/Getty Images)
The wreckage of an AirACT cargo aircraft operated for Emirates Airline near the runway at Hong Kong International Airport in Hong Kong, China, on Monday, Oct. 20, 2025. The aircraft skidded into the sea after hitting a ground crew vehicle when landing at Hong Kong International Airport early Monday, killing two people. (Photo: Leung Man Hei/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
The wreckage of an AirACT cargo aircraft operated for Emirates Airline near the runway at Hong Kong International Airport in Hong Kong, China, on Monday, Oct. 20, 2025. The aircraft skidded into the sea after hitting a ground crew vehicle when landing at Hong Kong International Airport early Monday, killing two people. (Photo: Leung Man Hei/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
A 21 year old shooting survivor speaks to media at Sophiatown Police Station on October 22, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. This comes after two teenagers were shot dead and five others were injured in a suspected gang-violence shooting. (Photo: Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo)
A 21 year old shooting survivor speaks to media at Sophiatown Police Station on October 22, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. This comes after two teenagers were shot dead and five others were injured in a suspected gang-violence shooting. (Photo: Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo)
City of Joburg employees during Region E High-Impact Service Delivery Operation in Wynberg on October 21, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The operation focused on enforcing municipal by-laws and removing illegal structures as part of the city's broader service delivery programme. (Photo: Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo)
City of Joburg employees during Region E High-Impact Service Delivery Operation in Wynberg on October 21, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The operation focused on enforcing municipal by-laws and removing illegal structures as part of the city's broader service delivery programme. (Photo: Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo)
Street vendors being removed by JMPD during Region E High-Impact Service Delivery Operation in Wynberg on October 21, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The operation focused on enforcing municipal by-laws and removing illegal structures as part of the city's broader service delivery programme. (Photo: Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo)
Street vendors being removed by JMPD during Region E High-Impact Service Delivery Operation in Wynberg on October 21, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The operation focused on enforcing municipal by-laws and removing illegal structures as part of the city's broader service delivery programme. (Photo: Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo)
A Hindu Temple during Diwali celebrations on October 20, 2025 in Lenasia, South Africa. The Hindu festival of lights symbolises the spiritual victory of Dharma over Adharma, light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. (Photo: Gallo Images/Fani Mahuntsi)
A Hindu Temple during Diwali celebrations on October 20, 2025 in Lenasia, South Africa. The Hindu festival of lights symbolises the spiritual victory of Dharma over Adharma, light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. (Photo: Gallo Images/Fani Mahuntsi)
Devotees practice rituals as they attend Diwali celebrations at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, also known as Neasden Temple, on October 20, 2025 in London, England. Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is the Hindu festival of lights celebrated each autumn. (Photo: Jack Taylor/Getty Images)
Devotees practice rituals as they attend Diwali celebrations at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, also known as Neasden Temple, on October 20, 2025 in London, England. Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is the Hindu festival of lights celebrated each autumn. (Photo: Jack Taylor/Getty Images)
Sculpture 'Begrudgement', by Ruth Abernethy is seen as part of the annual Sculpture By The Sea on October 15, 2025 in Sydney, Australia. Sculpture by the Sea returns to Sydney's Bondi to Tamarama coastal walk from October 17 to November 3, 2025, showcasing 100 sculptures by artists from around the world in Australia's largest free outdoor sculpture exhibition. (Photo: Brendon Thorne/Getty Images)
Sculpture 'Begrudgement', by Ruth Abernethy is seen as part of the annual Sculpture By The Sea on October 15, 2025 in Sydney, Australia. Sculpture by the Sea returns to Sydney's Bondi to Tamarama coastal walk from October 17 to November 3, 2025, showcasing 100 sculptures by artists from around the world in Australia's largest free outdoor sculpture exhibition. (Photo: Brendon Thorne/Getty Images)
Kyle Ryde of Great Britain and Nitrous Competitions Racing #1 celebrates winning the championship after the final race on day three of the 2025 British Superbike Championship Finale at Brands Hatch on October 19, 2025 in Longfield, England. (Photo by Ker Robertson/Getty Images)
Kyle Ryde of Great Britain and Nitrous Competitions Racing #1 celebrates winning the championship after the final race on day three of the 2025 British Superbike Championship Finale at Brands Hatch on October 19, 2025 in Longfield, England. (Photo by Ker Robertson/Getty Images)
José Antonio Rueda of Spain and rider of the #99 Red Bull KTM Ajo and Joel Kelso of Australia and rider of the #66 LEVELUP ‑ MTA celebrate 1st and 2nd place with a 'Shoey' on the podium after the Moto3 race during the MotoGP of Australia at Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit on October 19, 2025 in Phillip Island, Australia. (Photo: Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)
José Antonio Rueda of Spain and rider of the #99 Red Bull KTM Ajo and Joel Kelso of Australia and rider of the #66 LEVELUP ‑ MTA celebrate 1st and 2nd place with a 'Shoey' on the podium after the Moto3 race during the MotoGP of Australia at Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit on October 19, 2025 in Phillip Island, Australia. (Photo: Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)
Tobizaru throws salt before his match against Shonannoumi during day one of The Grand Sumo Tournament at Royal Albert Hall on October 15, 2025 in London, England. This is the first time since the 1991 event at the Royal Albert Hall that an official Five Day Basho tournament will take place outside of Japan. The tournament will host the most accomplished and elite sumos, including those who have reached the top rank of Yokozuna, and showcase Japan's rich cultural history and traditions. (Photo: Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)
Tobizaru throws salt before his match against Shonannoumi during day one of The Grand Sumo Tournament at Royal Albert Hall on October 15, 2025 in London, England. This is the first time since the 1991 event at the Royal Albert Hall that an official Five Day Basho tournament will take place outside of Japan. The tournament will host the most accomplished and elite sumos, including those who have reached the top rank of Yokozuna, and showcase Japan's rich cultural history and traditions. (Photo: Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)
Carlos Alcaraz of Spain serves against Taylor Fritz of the United States in their semifinal match during day two of the Six Kings Slam 2025 at ANB Arena on October 16, 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)
Carlos Alcaraz of Spain serves against Taylor Fritz of the United States in their semifinal match during day two of the Six Kings Slam 2025 at ANB Arena on October 16, 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)
Greenwich Crew 'B' boat competes in the Women's Youth Eights division of the Head of the Charles Regatta 2025 on the Charles River on October 19, 2025 in Cambridge, Massachusetts. (Photo: Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
Greenwich Crew 'B' boat competes in the Women's Youth Eights division of the Head of the Charles Regatta 2025 on the Charles River on October 19, 2025 in Cambridge, Massachusetts. (Photo: Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
A special effects camera filter was used for this image.) Silja Stoehr of Team Germany competes in the uneven bars during the Women's qualification on day two of the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships at Indonesia Arena on October 20, 2025 in Jakarta, Indonesia. (Photo: Yong Teck Lim/Getty Images)
A special effects camera filter was used for this image.) Silja Stoehr of Team Germany competes in the uneven bars during the Women's qualification on day two of the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships at Indonesia Arena on October 20, 2025 in Jakarta, Indonesia. (Photo: Yong Teck Lim/Getty Images)
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder guards Tari Eason #17 of the Houston Rockets during the first half at Paycom Center on October 21, 2025 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.(Photo: William Purnell/Getty Images)
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder guards Tari Eason #17 of the Houston Rockets during the first half at Paycom Center on October 21, 2025 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.(Photo: William Purnell/Getty Images). DM

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Organizers expect millions to participate in cities and towns across the nation for the second &quot;No Kings&quot; protest to denounce the Trump administration. (Photo: Mathieu Lewis-Rolland/Getty Images) </figcaption></figure><figure style='float: center; margin: 5px; '><img loading=\"lazy\" src='https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/yAX6z9fywNZ5kHZMTO4Mu88mShc=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/13452153.jpg' alt='The façade of Centre Pompidou’s modern and contemporary art collection is seen with a pyrotechnic mural made by the artist Cai Guo‑Qiang during Le Dernier Carnaval show, in Paris, France, 22 October 2025. The show is part of a farewell event honouring the Centre Pompidou before its closure for a five-year renovation period.  EPA/Mohammed Badra' title=' The façade of Centre Pompidou’s modern and contemporary art collection is seen with a pyrotechnic mural made by the artist Cai Guo‑Qiang during Le Dernier Carnaval show, in Paris, France, 22 October 2025. The show is part of a farewell event honouring the Centre Pompidou before its closure for a five-year renovation period. EPA/Mohammed Badra' srcset='https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/yAX6z9fywNZ5kHZMTO4Mu88mShc=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/13452153.jpg 200w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/kdSdp5PvE6b9BjpPy2VM36wUhaE=/450x0/smart/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/13452153.jpg 450w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/dXhQdat7IPLCU-pPQ3080hrvNfU=/800x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/13452153.jpg 800w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/rPyXcyqFzhBZ-nCZYju3rRQFKEw=/1200x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/13452153.jpg 1200w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/qJWWk1UU7MmKhXgEiwcRIwaLa6s=/1600x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/13452153.jpg 1600w' style='object-position: 50% 50%'><figcaption> The façade of Centre Pompidou’s modern and contemporary art collection is seen with a pyrotechnic mural made by the artist Cai Guo‑Qiang during Le Dernier Carnaval show, in Paris, France, 22 October 2025. The show is part of a farewell event honouring the Centre Pompidou before its closure for a five-year renovation period. EPA/Mohammed Badra </figcaption></figure><figure style='float: none; margin: 5px; '><img loading=\"lazy\" src='https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/SRNd4GImaiqF639BulrE31k04fs=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241971037.jpg' alt='French Police officers seal off the entrance to the Louvre Museum after a Jewllery Heist on October 19, 2025 in Paris, France. France&#039;s Culture Minister, Rachida Dati, announced the closure of the world-famous art museum on X due to the robbery taking place just after the Louvre opened to the public. It is being reported that millions of pound with of historic jewellery belonging to Napoleon and Empress Josephine has been stolen. (Photo: Kiran Ridley/Getty Images)' title=' French Police officers seal off the entrance to the Louvre Museum after a Jewllery Heist on October 19, 2025 in Paris, France. France&#039;s Culture Minister, Rachida Dati, announced the closure of the world-famous art museum on X due to the robbery taking place just after the Louvre opened to the public. It is being reported that millions of pound with of historic jewellery belonging to Napoleon and Empress Josephine has been stolen. (Photo: Kiran Ridley/Getty Images)' srcset='https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/SRNd4GImaiqF639BulrE31k04fs=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241971037.jpg 200w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/03YqxINf2jeudU1iknCIZs3qwF8=/450x0/smart/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241971037.jpg 450w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/mL9AxmSki2Tzw7U7iMl1123xowE=/800x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241971037.jpg 800w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/yL8NLcGPao6ncGFHwKBOiCTlDvM=/1200x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241971037.jpg 1200w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/TJ4MGzVA_8Eyp3tS999xd4rpmmE=/1600x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241971037.jpg 1600w' style='object-position: 50% 50%'><figcaption> French Police officers seal off the entrance to the Louvre Museum after a Jewllery Heist on October 19, 2025 in Paris, France. France&#039;s Culture Minister, Rachida Dati, announced the closure of the world-famous art museum on X due to the robbery taking place just after the Louvre opened to the public. It is being reported that millions of pound with of historic jewellery belonging to Napoleon and Empress Josephine has been stolen. (Photo: Kiran Ridley/Getty Images) </figcaption></figure><figure style='float: none; margin: 5px; '><img loading=\"lazy\" src='https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/ekcSJIijbfPPKRmcy-1KZK99X64=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2242143695.jpg' alt='A vehicle is seen after ramming a security barricade at the White House complex on October 21, 2025 in Washington, DC. The Secret Service reported that one individual was arrested and that the vehicle is now deemed safe. (Photo: Andrew Leyden/Getty Images)' title=' A vehicle is seen after ramming a security barricade at the White House complex on October 21, 2025 in Washington, DC. The Secret Service reported that one individual was arrested and that the vehicle is now deemed safe. (Photo: Andrew Leyden/Getty Images)' srcset='https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/ekcSJIijbfPPKRmcy-1KZK99X64=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2242143695.jpg 200w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/pRGjPVp25eZcHP91qESeL04dOLE=/450x0/smart/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2242143695.jpg 450w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/k0z0oC5ZqnFVrdztDIWQNa88NcY=/800x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2242143695.jpg 800w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/HMT8o9-4u-qzB6-Nweu7qJHM5iI=/1200x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2242143695.jpg 1200w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/Y77hnEl4ncGNdjaL0u_u0C8F-eY=/1600x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2242143695.jpg 1600w' style='object-position: 50% 50%'><figcaption> A vehicle is seen after ramming a security barricade at the White House complex on October 21, 2025 in Washington, DC. The Secret Service reported that one individual was arrested and that the vehicle is now deemed safe. (Photo: Andrew Leyden/Getty Images) </figcaption></figure><figure style='float: none; margin: 5px; '><img loading=\"lazy\" src='https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/oHKmPfxwa2wdji_u2KQ7KAOCRz8=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241800916.jpg' alt='The wreckage of an AirACT cargo aircraft operated for Emirates Airline near the runway at Hong Kong International Airport in Hong Kong, China, on Monday, Oct. 20, 2025. The aircraft skidded into the sea after hitting a ground crew vehicle when landing at Hong Kong International Airport early Monday, killing two people. (Photo: Leung Man Hei/Bloomberg via Getty Images)' title=' The wreckage of an AirACT cargo aircraft operated for Emirates Airline near the runway at Hong Kong International Airport in Hong Kong, China, on Monday, Oct. 20, 2025. The aircraft skidded into the sea after hitting a ground crew vehicle when landing at Hong Kong International Airport early Monday, killing two people. (Photo: Leung Man Hei/Bloomberg via Getty Images)' srcset='https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/oHKmPfxwa2wdji_u2KQ7KAOCRz8=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241800916.jpg 200w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/HJszju6z64U6pdyQCxNm3Gtuf40=/450x0/smart/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241800916.jpg 450w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/yCBFZ-Yz7GO66bL1p-UZnY4hXMw=/800x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241800916.jpg 800w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/VPVz-OIBAobApRhWB6bCxL-rmE8=/1200x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241800916.jpg 1200w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/MST4EjSSruuU9HQXqqD08L8pkvc=/1600x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241800916.jpg 1600w' style='object-position: 50% 50%'><figcaption> The wreckage of an AirACT cargo aircraft operated for Emirates Airline near the runway at Hong Kong International Airport in Hong Kong, China, on Monday, Oct. 20, 2025. The aircraft skidded into the sea after hitting a ground crew vehicle when landing at Hong Kong International Airport early Monday, killing two people. (Photo: Leung Man Hei/Bloomberg via Getty Images) </figcaption></figure><figure style='float: none; margin: 5px; '><img loading=\"lazy\" src='https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/rz7iiuK0AzucUI3qs3jY0Q5Qnsc=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583292.jpg' alt='A 21 year old shooting survivor speaks to media at Sophiatown Police Station on October 22, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. This comes after two teenagers were shot dead and five others were injured in a suspected gang-violence shooting. (Photo: Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo)' title=' A 21 year old shooting survivor speaks to media at Sophiatown Police Station on October 22, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. This comes after two teenagers were shot dead and five others were injured in a suspected gang-violence shooting. (Photo: Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo)' srcset='https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/rz7iiuK0AzucUI3qs3jY0Q5Qnsc=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583292.jpg 200w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/2ElfOjQ3HbM3KTMVxUYFKUTiLNM=/450x0/smart/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583292.jpg 450w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/VyCTChRT9-ZQnS84N9MQV6ztu9o=/800x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583292.jpg 800w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/TrrhfdHkQTbOU_Y9luw6Lp2d99Q=/1200x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583292.jpg 1200w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/NIqZ13JJN8mUGVQjnhHsLlm_sc4=/1600x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583292.jpg 1600w' style='object-position: 50% 50%'><figcaption> A 21 year old shooting survivor speaks to media at Sophiatown Police Station on October 22, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. This comes after two teenagers were shot dead and five others were injured in a suspected gang-violence shooting. (Photo: Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo) </figcaption></figure><figure style='float: none; margin: 5px; '><img loading=\"lazy\" src='https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/mhHqAqqNFeYEDOh3iYqLu_rlXsw=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583149.jpg' alt='City of Joburg employees during Region E High-Impact Service Delivery Operation in Wynberg on October 21, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The operation focused on enforcing municipal by-laws and removing illegal structures as part of the city&#039;s broader service delivery programme. (Photo: Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo)' title=' City of Joburg employees during Region E High-Impact Service Delivery Operation in Wynberg on October 21, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The operation focused on enforcing municipal by-laws and removing illegal structures as part of the city&#039;s broader service delivery programme. (Photo: Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo)' srcset='https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/mhHqAqqNFeYEDOh3iYqLu_rlXsw=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583149.jpg 200w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/B5IDkwiDNa3iO2d_ITfTtZ0fgio=/450x0/smart/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583149.jpg 450w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/8Z6zdMcWQeUlDFEYhGpRxrGhaWg=/800x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583149.jpg 800w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/A_6lsVmftV98nSSOy_nB26xC52w=/1200x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583149.jpg 1200w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/Pirp7ubtaBCmnLb_iy-U_FkK0rw=/1600x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583149.jpg 1600w' style='object-position: 50% 50%'><figcaption> City of Joburg employees during Region E High-Impact Service Delivery Operation in Wynberg on October 21, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The operation focused on enforcing municipal by-laws and removing illegal structures as part of the city&#039;s broader service delivery programme. (Photo: Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo) </figcaption></figure><figure style='float: none; margin: 5px; '><img loading=\"lazy\" src='https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/weclrjvJKym2c96bD1jl8E10VGg=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583174.jpg' alt='Street vendors being removed by JMPD during Region E High-Impact Service Delivery Operation in Wynberg on October 21, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The operation focused on enforcing municipal by-laws and removing illegal structures as part of the city&#039;s broader service delivery programme. (Photo: Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo)' title=' Street vendors being removed by JMPD during Region E High-Impact Service Delivery Operation in Wynberg on October 21, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The operation focused on enforcing municipal by-laws and removing illegal structures as part of the city&#039;s broader service delivery programme. (Photo: Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo)' srcset='https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/weclrjvJKym2c96bD1jl8E10VGg=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583174.jpg 200w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/S2Ta5f5eawwsKAoQebb7Lzk587M=/450x0/smart/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583174.jpg 450w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/vwcxxYjNtQm_FziSocyzbcndA0o=/800x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583174.jpg 800w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/TZmCjkOCDdi24-VX0yXf_5_BWPs=/1200x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583174.jpg 1200w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/Vi6iZefqrBaI_aPKYYrk_TPPxQI=/1600x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583174.jpg 1600w' style='object-position: 50% 50%'><figcaption> Street vendors being removed by JMPD during Region E High-Impact Service Delivery Operation in Wynberg on October 21, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The operation focused on enforcing municipal by-laws and removing illegal structures as part of the city&#039;s broader service delivery programme. (Photo: Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo) </figcaption></figure><figure style='float: none; margin: 5px; '><img loading=\"lazy\" src='https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/aMB-1xlJLAgkhBPtvN6xNdp_hSk=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583017.jpg' alt='A Hindu Temple during Diwali celebrations on October 20, 2025 in Lenasia, South Africa. The Hindu festival of lights symbolises the spiritual victory of Dharma over Adharma, light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. (Photo: Gallo Images/Fani Mahuntsi)' title=' A Hindu Temple during Diwali celebrations on October 20, 2025 in Lenasia, South Africa. The Hindu festival of lights symbolises the spiritual victory of Dharma over Adharma, light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. (Photo: Gallo Images/Fani Mahuntsi)' srcset='https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/aMB-1xlJLAgkhBPtvN6xNdp_hSk=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583017.jpg 200w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/lWN9MqS-oJEZP67PC_UCw7vXOD4=/450x0/smart/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583017.jpg 450w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/zRmWJlnLE4v6UdUZVvqBxNUpL3A=/800x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583017.jpg 800w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/qtztslCHfkotwweRr-wchnziDvQ=/1200x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583017.jpg 1200w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/oKbgv7CXTw9z4NbBakbmMp-TUVU=/1600x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ED_583017.jpg 1600w' style='object-position: 50% 50%'><figcaption> A Hindu Temple during Diwali celebrations on October 20, 2025 in Lenasia, South Africa. The Hindu festival of lights symbolises the spiritual victory of Dharma over Adharma, light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. (Photo: Gallo Images/Fani Mahuntsi) </figcaption></figure><figure style='float: none; margin: 5px; '><img loading=\"lazy\" src='https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/bh4PqYG-yHfNHfrvtUECNsCilC0=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241905310.jpg' alt='Devotees practice rituals as they attend Diwali celebrations at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, also known as Neasden Temple, on October 20, 2025 in London, England. Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is the Hindu festival of lights celebrated each autumn. (Photo: Jack Taylor/Getty Images)' title=' Devotees practice rituals as they attend Diwali celebrations at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, also known as Neasden Temple, on October 20, 2025 in London, England. Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is the Hindu festival of lights celebrated each autumn. (Photo: Jack Taylor/Getty Images)' srcset='https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/bh4PqYG-yHfNHfrvtUECNsCilC0=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241905310.jpg 200w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/t5xLplDM5pfxP8xRR3eoB0s0HRc=/450x0/smart/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241905310.jpg 450w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/E2T3RA7JE8RRxcGXECXiDjA5eD8=/800x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241905310.jpg 800w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/uusC-ghCK7leQ8JJeaATU8siHNc=/1200x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241905310.jpg 1200w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/OWZUkQX7Oe3FoD4W3zQSAwxEm4c=/1600x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241905310.jpg 1600w' style='object-position: 50% 50%'><figcaption> Devotees practice rituals as they attend Diwali celebrations at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, also known as Neasden Temple, on October 20, 2025 in London, England. Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is the Hindu festival of lights celebrated each autumn. (Photo: Jack Taylor/Getty Images) </figcaption></figure><figure style='float: none; margin: 5px; '><img loading=\"lazy\" src='https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/RaC1m_OKNRWdfs64JNhwftOIiJs=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241160518.jpg' alt='Sculpture &#039;Begrudgement&#039;, by Ruth Abernethy is seen as part of the annual Sculpture By The Sea on October 15, 2025 in Sydney, Australia. Sculpture by the Sea returns to Sydney&#039;s Bondi to Tamarama coastal walk from October 17 to November 3, 2025, showcasing 100 sculptures by artists from around the world in Australia&#039;s largest free outdoor sculpture exhibition. (Photo: Brendon Thorne/Getty Images)' title=' Sculpture &#039;Begrudgement&#039;, by Ruth Abernethy is seen as part of the annual Sculpture By The Sea on October 15, 2025 in Sydney, Australia. Sculpture by the Sea returns to Sydney&#039;s Bondi to Tamarama coastal walk from October 17 to November 3, 2025, showcasing 100 sculptures by artists from around the world in Australia&#039;s largest free outdoor sculpture exhibition. (Photo: Brendon Thorne/Getty Images)' srcset='https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/RaC1m_OKNRWdfs64JNhwftOIiJs=/200x100/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241160518.jpg 200w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/tZCpJSDJqnO3Pz-M5EAQpn6VqGc=/450x0/smart/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241160518.jpg 450w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/dHwMR1HHv6RpMkFwdg1O5e3t3PE=/800x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241160518.jpg 800w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/TXD23hAp4_IgtXpyvUhRKMleOlY=/1200x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241160518.jpg 1200w, https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/i/CqHWT745uIT0LcfnLqic2kHKzRI=/1600x0/smart/filters:strip_exif()/file/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2241160518.jpg 1600w' style='object-position: 50% 50%'><figcaption> Sculpture &#039;Begrudgement&#039;, by Ruth Abernethy is seen as part of the annual Sculpture By The Sea on October 15, 2025 in Sydney, Australia. 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      "name": " Tobizaru throws salt before his match against Shonannoumi during day one of The Grand Sumo Tournament at Royal Albert Hall on October 15, 2025 in London, England. This is the first time since the 1991 event at the Royal Albert Hall that an official Five Day Basho tournament will take place outside of Japan. The tournament will host the most accomplished and elite sumos, including those who have reached the top rank of Yokozuna, and showcase Japan's rich cultural history and traditions. (Photo: Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)",
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      "id": "2942372",
      "name": "Photo Essay- Week Pictures",
      "description": "Shahram Izadi, vice president and general manager of XR at Google, during a media preview for the Samsung Galaxy XR mixed-reality headset in New York, US, on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025. The Galaxy XR, a new mixed-reality headset developed by Samsung Electronics Co. and Alphabet Inc.'s Google, has hit the market for about half the price of Apple Inc.'s $3,499 Vision Pro. (Photo: Michael Nagle/Bloomberg via Getty Images)",
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      "name": "Key Speakers At Frankfurt Finance &amp; Future Summit",
      "description": "Christine Lagarde, president of the European Central Bank (ECB), at the Frankfurt Finance &amp; Future Summit in Frankfurt, Germany, on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025. The fragmentation of EU trading venues needs to be addressed, Lagarde said. (Photo: Alex Kraus/Bloomberg via Getty Images)",
      "url": "https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/dailymaverick/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2242202207.jpg",
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      "id": "2942376",
      "name": " Carlos Alcaraz of Spain serves against Taylor Fritz of the United States in their semifinal match during day two of the Six Kings Slam 2025 at ANB Arena on October 16, 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)",
      "description": "Carlos Alcaraz of Spain serves against Taylor Fritz of the United States in their semifinal match during day two of the Six Kings Slam 2025 at ANB Arena on October 16, 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)",
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      "name": "Photo Essay- Week Pictures",
      "description": "Avinatan Or, a former hostage freed from captivity in Gaza last week, attends a homecoming celebration on October 21, 2025 in Shilo, an Israeli settlement in the West Bank. Avinatan Or and his girlfriend, Noa Argamani, were kidnapped from the Nova music festival during the Hamas-led attacks of Oct. 7, 2023, and held in different locations in Gaza. Argamani was rescued from Gaza by the Israeli military in June 2024. Or was released last week as part of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. (Photo by Alexi J. Rosenfeld/Getty Images)",
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      "name": " Greenwich Crew 'B' boat competes in the Women's Youth Eights division of the Head of the Charles Regatta 2025 on the Charles River on October 19, 2025 in Cambridge, Massachusetts. (Photo: Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)",
      "description": "Greenwich Crew 'B' boat competes in the Women's Youth Eights division of the Head of the Charles Regatta 2025 on the Charles River on October 19, 2025 in Cambridge, Massachusetts. (Photo: Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)",
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      "name": "Head Of The Charles 2025",
      "description": "Greenwich Crew 'B' boat competes in the Women's Youth Eights division of the Head of the Charles Regatta 2025 on the Charles River on October 19, 2025 in Cambridge, Massachusetts. (Photo: Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)",
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      "name": "Photo Essay- Week Pictures",
      "description": "Mourners grieve around the casket at a farewell ceremony for Bipin Joshi, a young Nepalese man who was taken hostage on Oct. 7, 2023 and later died in captivity in Gaza, at Ben Gurion airport on October 19, 2025 in Tel Aviv, Israel. Joshi was in Israel as part of the MASHAV agricultural training program when he was captured. His body was returned from Gaza this week following the ceasefire and he is now being flown to Nepal for burial. (Photo: Alexi J. Rosenfeld/Getty Images)",
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      "name": "Photo Essay- Week Pictures",
      "description": "Staff make dumplings at the Taiwanese restaurant chain Din Tai Fung in Times Square in Manhattan on October 20, 2025 in New York City. The Taiwanese restaurant, which is celebrated for its soup dumplings and dim sum-inspired menu, has become one of America’s top chain restaurants, with its New York flagship location employing over 500 people, making it the largest Din Tai Fung to date. (Photo: Spencer Platt/Getty Images)",
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      "name": "Moonee Valley Breakfast With The Stars Gallops",
      "description": "James McDonald riding Via Sistina during Moonee Valley Breakfast With The Best Gallops at Moonee Valley Racecourse on October 21, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo: Vince Caligiuri/Getty Images)",
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      "description": "Sarah Hosking of the Tigers marks the ball under pressure from Georgia Knight of the Magpies and accidental contact from teammate Rebecca Miller of the Tigers during the AFLW Round 10 match between Collingwood Magpies and Richmond Tigers at Victoria Park on October 19, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo: Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)",
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      "name": " The façade of Centre Pompidou’s modern and contemporary art collection is seen with a pyrotechnic mural made by the artist Cai Guo‑Qiang during Le Dernier Carnaval show, in Paris, France, 22 October 2025. The show is part of a farewell event honouring the Centre Pompidou before its closure for a five-year renovation period. EPA/Mohammed Badra",
      "description": "The façade of Centre Pompidou’s modern and contemporary art collection is seen with a pyrotechnic mural made by the artist Cai Guo‑Qiang during Le Dernier Carnaval show, in Paris, France, 22 October 2025. The show is part of a farewell event honouring the Centre Pompidou before its closure for a five-year renovation period.  EPA/Mohammed Badra",
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      "name": " US President Donald J. Trump holds a mock-up of the new White House Ballroom as he meets with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 22 October 2025. The leaders met to discuss continued support for Ukraine. EPA/AARON SCHWARTZ / POOL",
      "description": "US President Donald J. Trump holds a mock-up of the new White House Ballroom as he meets with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 22 October 2025. The leaders met to discuss continued support for Ukraine.  EPA/AARON SCHWARTZ / POOL",
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      "name": "White House East Room Demolition Begins For Trump Ballroom Construction",
      "description": "Workers demolish the facade of the East Wing of the White House on October 20, 2025 in Washington, DC. The demolition is part of U.S. President Donald Trump's plan to build a ballroom reportedly costing $250 million on the eastern side of the White House. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)",
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      "name": " A vehicle is seen after ramming a security barricade at the White House complex on October 21, 2025 in Washington, DC. The Secret Service reported that one individual was arrested and that the vehicle is now deemed safe. (Photo: Andrew Leyden/Getty Images)",
      "description": "A vehicle is seen after ramming a security barricade at the White House complex on October 21, 2025 in Washington, DC. The Secret Service reported that one individual was arrested and that the vehicle is now deemed safe. (Photo: Andrew Leyden/Getty Images)",
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      "name": " U.S. President Donald Trump holds a model of an arch as he delivers remarks during a ballroom fundraising dinner in the East Room of the White House on October 15, 2025 in Washington, DC. Trump hosted organizations and individuals for a fundraising dinner for the new $250 million ballroom addition currently under construction at the White House. (Photo: Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)",
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      "description": "Demolition of a section of the East Wing of the White House, as construction begins on the new ballroom extension of the White House in Washington, DC, US, on Monday, Oct. 20, 2025. The new ballroom, which is estimated to cost $200 million, follows through on Trump's long-held desire for a larger space to host formal gatherings on the White House grounds. (Photo: Kent Nishimura/Bloomberg via Getty Images)",
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      "name": " A protestor wears a baby costume with a mask of U.S. President Donald Trump during the second \"No Kings\" protest on October 18, 2025 in Washington, DC. Organizers expect millions to participate in cities and towns across the nation for the second \"No Kings\" protest to denounce the Trump administration. (Photo: Nathan Howard/Getty Images)",
      "description": "A protestor wears a baby costume with a mask of U.S. President Donald Trump during the second \"No Kings\" protest on October 18, 2025 in Washington, DC. Organizers expect millions to participate in cities and towns across the nation for the second \"No Kings\" protest to denounce the Trump administration. (Photo: Nathan Howard/Getty Images)",
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      "name": " Anti-I.C.E. protesters clash with federal agents at the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement building on October 18, 2025 in Portland, Oregon. Organizers expect millions to participate in cities and towns across the nation for the second \"No Kings\" protest to denounce the Trump administration. (Photo: Mathieu Lewis-Rolland/Getty Images)",
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      "name": "Photo Essay- Week Pictures",
      "description": "A person holds a sign reading \"Abolish ICE\" as NYPD Strategic Response Group officers keep watch over people protesting against an earlier raid by federal agents outside of 26 Federal Plaza on October 21, 2025 in New York City. (Photo: Adam Gray/Getty Images)",
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      "name": "Eitan Horn, Former Hostage Who Returned To Israel, Is Welcomed Home In Kfar Saba",
      "description": "Former hostage Eitan Horn (L) reacts next to his brother Amos Horn on his balcony as he is welcomed home on October 16, 2025 in Kfar Saba, Israel. Horn was released from captivity in Gaza on Oct. 13th as part of the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. Horn was taken captive from Nir Oz during the attacks of Oct. 7, 2023. (Photo: Chris McGrath/Getty Images)",
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      "name": "Photo Essay- Week Pictures",
      "description": "People walk with Israeli flags behind a vehicle during the funeral ceremony for Guy Illouz, whose remains were returned to Israel this week, on October 15, 2025 in Rishon LeZion, Israel. Illouz was kidnapped during Hamas's attack on the Nova music festival in Re'im on October 7, 2023 and died in captivity in Gaza. His death was confirmed in late 2023 but his remains were only returned to Israel this week after the recent ceasefire deal. (Photo: Amir Levy/Getty Images)",
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      "name": "Photo Essay- Week Pictures",
      "description": "A student holds up a placard next to barbed wire fences as she takes part in a demonstration against corruption outside the presidential palace on October 17, 2025 in Manila, Philippines. Filipino Gen Z protesters walked out of their classes on Friday and took part in what they called a “National Day of Action Against Corruption,” amid revelations of massive corruption in multibillion-peso flood control projects that have implicated officials, engineers, contractors, and politicians. (Photo: Ezra Acayan/Getty Images)",
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      "name": " French Police officers seal off the entrance to the Louvre Museum after a Jewllery Heist on October 19, 2025 in Paris, France. France's Culture Minister, Rachida Dati, announced the closure of the world-famous art museum on X due to the robbery taking place just after the Louvre opened to the public. It is being reported that millions of pound with of historic jewellery belonging to Napoleon and Empress Josephine has been stolen. (Photo: Kiran Ridley/Getty Images)",
      "description": "French Police officers seal off the entrance to the Louvre Museum after a Jewllery Heist on October 19, 2025 in Paris, France. France's Culture Minister, Rachida Dati, announced the closure of the world-famous art museum on X due to the robbery taking place just after the Louvre opened to the public. It is being reported that millions of pound with of historic jewellery belonging to Napoleon and Empress Josephine has been stolen. (Photo: Kiran Ridley/Getty Images)",
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      "id": "2942316",
      "name": "Photo Essay-In Pictures",
      "description": "U.S. Marines throw their covers on stage as U.S. Vice President JD Vance arrives to speak at the United States Marine Corps 250th birthday celebration at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton  on October 18, 2025 in Oceanside, California. The U.S. Marines are marking their 250th anniversary with a live amphibious assault demonstration entitled \"Sea To Shore--A Review of Amphibious Strength\" and visits from Vice President JD Vance and War Secretary Pete Hegseth. (Photo: Mario Tama/Getty Images)",
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      "id": "2942344",
      "name": " The wreckage of an AirACT cargo aircraft operated for Emirates Airline near the runway at Hong Kong International Airport in Hong Kong, China, on Monday, Oct. 20, 2025. The aircraft skidded into the sea after hitting a ground crew vehicle when landing at Hong Kong International Airport early Monday, killing two people. (Photo: Leung Man Hei/Bloomberg via Getty Images)",
      "description": "The wreckage of an AirACT cargo aircraft operated for Emirates Airline near the runway at Hong Kong International Airport in Hong Kong, China, on Monday, Oct. 20, 2025. The aircraft skidded into the sea after hitting a ground crew vehicle when landing at Hong Kong International Airport early Monday, killing two people. (Photo: Leung Man Hei/Bloomberg via Getty Images)",
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      "name": " Devotees practice rituals as they attend Diwali celebrations at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, also known as Neasden Temple, on October 20, 2025 in London, England. Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is the Hindu festival of lights celebrated each autumn. (Photo: Jack Taylor/Getty Images)",
      "description": "Devotees practice rituals as they attend Diwali celebrations at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, also known as Neasden Temple, on October 20, 2025 in London, England. Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is the Hindu festival of lights celebrated each autumn. (Photo: Jack Taylor/Getty Images)",
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      "id": "2942349",
      "name": " A 21 year old shooting survivor speaks to media at Sophiatown Police Station on October 22, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. This comes after two teenagers were shot dead and five others were injured in a suspected gang-violence shooting. (Photo: Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo)",
      "description": "A 21 year old shooting survivor speaks to media at Sophiatown Police Station on October 22, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. This comes after two teenagers were shot dead and five others were injured in a suspected gang-violence shooting. (Photo: Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo)",
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      "id": "2942352",
      "name": " City of Joburg employees during Region E High-Impact Service Delivery Operation in Wynberg on October 21, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The operation focused on enforcing municipal by-laws and removing illegal structures as part of the city's broader service delivery programme. (Photo: Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo)",
      "description": "City of Joburg employees during Region E High-Impact Service Delivery Operation in Wynberg on October 21, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The operation focused on enforcing municipal by-laws and removing illegal structures as part of the city's broader service delivery programme. (Photo: Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo)",
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      "id": "2942355",
      "name": " Street vendors being removed by JMPD during Region E High-Impact Service Delivery Operation in Wynberg on October 21, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The operation focused on enforcing municipal by-laws and removing illegal structures as part of the city's broader service delivery programme. (Photo: Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo)",
      "description": "Street vendors being removed by JMPD during Region E High-Impact Service Delivery Operation in Wynberg on October 21, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The operation focused on enforcing municipal by-laws and removing illegal structures as part of the city's broader service delivery programme. (Photo: Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo)",
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      "id": "2942358",
      "name": " A Hindu Temple during Diwali celebrations on October 20, 2025 in Lenasia, South Africa. The Hindu festival of lights symbolises the spiritual victory of Dharma over Adharma, light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. (Photo: Gallo Images/Fani Mahuntsi)",
      "description": "A Hindu Temple during Diwali celebrations on October 20, 2025 in Lenasia, South Africa. The Hindu festival of lights symbolises the spiritual victory of Dharma over Adharma, light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. (Photo: Gallo Images/Fani Mahuntsi)",
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    {
      "id": "2942359",
      "name": "Photo Essay- Week Pictures",
      "description": " Handout image was provided by a third-party organization and may not adhere to Getty Images’ editorial policy.) In this handout image provided by Disneyland Resort, actor Josh Brolin poses with Iron Man at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure park at the Disneyland Resort on October 16, 2025 in Anaheim, California. (Photo: Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort via Getty Images)",
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      "name": " Sculpture 'Begrudgement', by Ruth Abernethy is seen as part of the annual Sculpture By The Sea on October 15, 2025 in Sydney, Australia. Sculpture by the Sea returns to Sydney's Bondi to Tamarama coastal walk from October 17 to November 3, 2025, showcasing 100 sculptures by artists from around the world in Australia's largest free outdoor sculpture exhibition. (Photo: Brendon Thorne/Getty Images)",
      "description": "Sculpture 'Begrudgement', by Ruth Abernethy is seen as part of the annual Sculpture By The Sea on October 15, 2025 in Sydney, Australia. Sculpture by the Sea returns to Sydney's Bondi to Tamarama coastal walk from October 17 to November 3, 2025, showcasing 100 sculptures by artists from around the world in Australia's largest free outdoor sculpture exhibition. (Photo: Brendon Thorne/Getty Images)",
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