Photographers from various news organizations capture the dynamic scenes unfolding worldwide on a daily basis. Here are some of the standout images from this week:
In Toronto, fans endure the scorching heat at the Rogers Centre to witness R&B sensation The Weeknd kick off a series of four sold-out concerts in his hometown.
At the swimming world championships in Singapore, 18-year-old Summer McIntosh from Toronto competes in the women’s 200-meter medley final, securing three gold medals at the event.
Over the Gaza Strip, a Jordanian air force aircraft drops humanitarian aid intended for Palestinians, showcasing efforts to support those in need.
Following an 8.8 magnitude earthquake near Russia’s far east coast, tsunami alerts are issued on both sides of the Pacific Ocean. In Panama City, cars line the Pan-American Highway after a tsunami warning was issued.
In downtown Vancouver, customers enjoy meals from the Costco food court, where a sign announces that only Costco members will be able to purchase items from the food court starting August 5.
Toronto experiences poor air quality due to wildfire smoke from the Prairies, prompting Environment Canada to issue a special air quality statement advising people to limit outdoor activities.
In Kyiv, Ukraine, a residential building bears the brunt of a Russian strike, highlighting the ongoing conflict in the region.
U.S. President Donald Trump attends the opening ceremony for Trump International Golf Links near Aberdeen, Scotland, surrounded by a marching band and U.S. flags.
In France, cyclist Tadej Pogacar of U.A.E. Team Emirates XRG triumphantly crosses the finish line in the yellow jersey, clinching victory in the Tour de France.
These powerful images provide a snapshot of the diverse events shaping our world today.