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The Associated Press (AP), founded in 1846, is a highly trusted independent global news organization known for factual, unbiased reporting and providing essential news services worldwide.
Photographer Mat Otero captured a stunning image of the solar eclipse at peak totality in Fort Worth, Texas, using a combination of skill, preparation, and modern camera technology. Positioned at the Fort Worth Zoo, he utilized neutral density filters and multiple cameras to capture the event, managing technical issues and rapidly changing light conditions. The resulting photo, showcasing solar energy and light around the dark side of the moon, offers a timeless glimpse into the celestial dance of the Earth, moon, and sun.
The father of Shani Louk, an Israeli hostage paraded by Hamas terrorists, defended the award-winning photo of his daughter's body, calling it one of the most important photos in the last 50 years. The uncensored Associated Press image of Louk's lifeless body in the back of a Hamas terrorist truck won first place in a photography contest, sparking backlash. Louk's father believes the photo documents a significant era in history and symbolizes the horror of the Hamas hostage crisis. Louk was confirmed dead when her decapitated head was found several weeks after her abduction, and one of the terrorists involved was later killed by the Israeli Defense Force.
A university awarded a photo of the body of Shani Louk, a German-Israeli dual citizen killed by Hamas terrorists, sparking outrage in the Jewish community and on social media. The photo helped the Associated Press win "Team Picture Story of the Year," but critics argue that it dehumanizes Louk and legitimizes Hamas's actions. The AP denies having prior knowledge of the attack and defends its coverage, stating that documenting breaking news events is their job. The release of the photos has led to a lawsuit from the families of Louk and other victims, alleging the involvement of photojournalists in the atrocities.
A photo of Hamas terrorists with the body of murdered hostage Shani Louk has won an award, sparking outrage online. The photo, part of a collection depicting the Israel-Hamas war, was awarded Team Picture Story of the Year by the Pictures of the Year competition. The award has been criticized for disrespecting Louk and her family, with questions raised about the ethics of the photojournalists involved. In response to accusations, AP stated that they had no advance knowledge of the attacks and that documenting such events is their job.
Media watchdog raises questions about the presence of photographers from AP, CNN, NYT, and Reuters at the scene of the October 7 massacre perpetrated by Hamas terrorists. The watchdog questions why the photographers were there early in the morning, whether it was coordinated with Hamas, and if the media outlets approved of their presence. A photo shows a freelance photographer receiving a kiss on the cheek from Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, leading to CNN suspending him.
The Associated Press has curated a photo gallery of some of the most compelling images from around the world, including a flood affected woman being evacuated in Ukraine and Canadian wildfires causing a hazy New York City skyline. The photos were made or published by the Associated Press in the past week and were curated by AP photo editor Subramoney Iyer in New Delhi.