In brief
This week’s photos highlight diverse events, from sports and music to historic reenactments and geopolitical protests.
In snowy conditions, Isaac Guerendo of the San Francisco 49ers made a thrilling touchdown, but his team lost to the Buffalo Bills, with a final score of 35-10, marking an exciting NFL showdown. Elsewhere, pop icon Rihanna wowed audiences as the main attraction at the 2024 Fashion Awards held at the Royal Albert Hall in London, showcasing her influence in the fashion industry. In a nod to history, about 1,000 reenactors brought the Battle of Austerlitz to life, celebrating the 219th anniversary of Napoleon's decisive victory in 1805, which saw 75,000 French troops triumph over a Russo-Austrian force. Meanwhile, in a significant escalation in Syria, rebel forces seized control of Aleppo, marking a poignant moment in the ongoing conflict against President Bashar al-Assad's regime, a city they had been ousted from since 2016.Ceremonial preparations were underway in London, where members of the 1st Battalion Welsh Guards were set to welcome the Emir of Qatar and his wife at Horse Guards Parade. In India, the chilly weather saw locals navigating the icy shores of Dal Lake in Kashmir, where temperatures plummeted to -4C (25F). Amid political unrest, actors like Richard Aucott prepared for festive performances, while in Mozambique, students took to the streets protesting the results of recent elections, following their final exams and called for continued demonstrations amid escalating clashes with law enforcement. In Georgia, over 300 individuals were detained during mass protests after the ruling Georgian Dream party postponed discussions on EU membership. Community spirit was alive and well in Germany, where the Riding Santas Harley Davidson Club embarked on their 10th ride, sharing sweets with children while raising funds for a children's hospice.
