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Protests erupt after Kenyan blogger murder, and more from around the world

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Protests erupt after Kenyan blogger murder, and more from around the world A Kenyan protester holds a placards and shouts anti-government slogans during a demonstration over the death of a 31-year-old Kenyan blogger, Albert Ojwang, who died while in police custody at Nairobi Central Police Station under disputed circumstances, in Nairobi, Kenya, 09 June 2025. According to Kenya’s Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, Ojwang was found unconscious in a cell at Nairobi's Central Police Station on 07 June. He was later pronounced dead at the hospital. Ojwang had been arrested from their home in Homa Bay County, approximately 358 km away, for allegedly publishing false information criticizing a senior officer, and was transported to Nairobi. EPA-EFE/DANIEL IRUNGU
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Protesters are surrounded by tear-gas during a protest in the central business district of Nairobi, Kenya, 12 June 2025. Police used tear gas on protesters demanding the resignation of Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat following the death of Kenyan blogger Albert Ojwang while in police custody. Ojwang, 31, was arrested along with several others following a complaint filed by the deputy inspector-general of police, Eliud Kipkoech Lagat, over posts on social media accusing him of corruption. EPA-EFE/DANIEL IRUNGU
Protesters are surrounded by tear-gas during a protest in the central business district of Nairobi, Kenya, 12 June 2025. Police used tear gas on protesters demanding the resignation of Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat following the death of Kenyan blogger Albert Ojwang while in police custody. Ojwang, 31, was arrested along with several others following a complaint filed by the deputy inspector-general of police, Eliud Kipkoech Lagat, over posts on social media accusing him of corruption. EPA-EFE/DANIEL IRUNGU
Kenyan protesters hold placards and shout anti-government slogans as they blocked traffic during a demonstration over the death of a 31-year-old Kenyan blogger, Albert Ojwang, who died while in police custody at Nairobi Central Police Station under disputed circumstances, in Nairobi, Kenya, on 09 June 2025. According to Kenya’s Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, Ojwang was found unconscious in a cell at Nairobi's Central Police Station on 07 June. He was later pronounced dead at the hospital. Ojwang had been arrested from their home in Homa Bay County, approximately 358 km away, for allegedly publishing false information criticizing a senior officer, and was transported to Nairobi. EPA-EFE/DANIEL IRUNGU
Kenyan protesters hold placards and shout anti-government slogans as they blocked traffic during a demonstration over the death of a 31-year-old Kenyan blogger, Albert Ojwang, who died while in police custody at Nairobi Central Police Station under disputed circumstances, in Nairobi, Kenya, on 09 June 2025. According to Kenya’s Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, Ojwang was found unconscious in a cell at Nairobi's Central Police Station on 07 June. He was later pronounced dead at the hospital. Ojwang had been arrested from their home in Homa Bay County, approximately 358 km away, for allegedly publishing false information criticizing a senior officer, and was transported to Nairobi. EPA-EFE/DANIEL IRUNGU
A man gestures next to vehicles set alight by protesters in the central business district of Nairobi, Kenya, 12 June 2025. Police used tear gas on protesters demanding the resignation of Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat following the death of Kenyan blogger Albert Ojwang while in police custody. Ojwang, 31, was arrested along with several others following a complaint filed by the deputy inspector-general of police, Eliud Kipkoech Lagat, over posts on social media accusing him of corruption. EPA-EFE/DANIEL IRUNGU
A man gestures next to vehicles set alight by protesters in the central business district of Nairobi, Kenya, 12 June 2025. Police used tear gas on protesters demanding the resignation of Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat following the death of Kenyan blogger Albert Ojwang while in police custody. Ojwang, 31, was arrested along with several others following a complaint filed by the deputy inspector-general of police, Eliud Kipkoech Lagat, over posts on social media accusing him of corruption. EPA-EFE/DANIEL IRUNGU
Marine Le Pen, President of the National Rally group in the National Assembly, attends the Victory Day rally organized by the European nationalist and far-right political party Patriotes.eu in Mormant-sur-Vernisson, France, 09 June 2025 EPA-EFE/SADAK SOUICI
Marine Le Pen, President of the National Rally group in the National Assembly, attends the Victory Day rally organized by the European nationalist and far-right political party Patriotes.eu in Mormant-sur-Vernisson, France, 09 June 2025 EPA-EFE/SADAK SOUICI
Police officers take cover as activists shower rocks and fireworks onto their vehicles during protests sparked by immigration raids in Los Angeles, California, USA, 08 June 2025. US President Donald Trump has deployed 2,000 National Guard troops, despite not receiving a request from the state of California for any additional assistance, following large protests against ongoing immigration enforcement raids in the Los Angeles area over the last couple of days. EPA-EFE/ALLISON DINNER
Police officers take cover as activists shower rocks and fireworks onto their vehicles during protests sparked by immigration raids in Los Angeles, California, USA, 08 June 2025. US President Donald Trump has deployed 2,000 National Guard troops, despite not receiving a request from the state of California for any additional assistance, following large protests against ongoing immigration enforcement raids in the Los Angeles area over the last couple of days. EPA-EFE/ALLISON DINNER
An activist holds aloft a Mexican flag and an effigy of US President Donald J. Trump’s head as cars burn during protests sparked by immigration raids in Los Angeles, California, USA, 08 June 2025. US President Donald Trump has deployed 2,000 National Guard troops, despite not receiving a request from the state of California for any additional assistance, following large protests against ongoing immigration enforcement raids in the Los Angeles area over the last couple of days. EPA-EFE/CAROLINE BREHMAN
An activist holds aloft a Mexican flag and an effigy of US President Donald J. Trump’s head as cars burn during protests sparked by immigration raids in Los Angeles, California, USA, 08 June 2025. US President Donald Trump has deployed 2,000 National Guard troops, despite not receiving a request from the state of California for any additional assistance, following large protests against ongoing immigration enforcement raids in the Los Angeles area over the last couple of days. EPA-EFE/CAROLINE BREHMAN
An attendee holds a sign quoting Senator Cory Booker, while they and local union members attend a rally in support of union leader David Huerta and the protesters in Los Angeles, on the Boston City Hall Plaza in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, 09 June 2025. Huerta who was detained in Los Angeles, seen injured on television on 06 June 2025, was arrested while protesting a raid by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) division of the US Department of Homeland Security at a worksite in downtown Los Angeles and was accused of obstructing police officers. EPA-EFE/CJ GUNTHER
An attendee holds a sign quoting Senator Cory Booker, while they and local union members attend a rally in support of union leader David Huerta and the protesters in Los Angeles, on the Boston City Hall Plaza in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, 09 June 2025. Huerta who was detained in Los Angeles, seen injured on television on 06 June 2025, was arrested while protesting a raid by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) division of the US Department of Homeland Security at a worksite in downtown Los Angeles and was accused of obstructing police officers. EPA-EFE/CJ GUNTHER
People stand near debris at the site of a plane crash near Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, western India, 12 June 2025. Air India flight AI171, bound for London carrying 242 passengers and crew members on board a Boeing 787-8 aircraft, crashed minutes after take-off in the Meghaninagar area of Ahmedabad. EPA-EFE/SIDDHARAJ SOLANKI
People stand near debris at the site of a plane crash near Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, western India, 12 June 2025. Air India flight AI171, bound for London carrying 242 passengers and crew members on board a Boeing 787-8 aircraft, crashed minutes after take-off in the Meghaninagar area of Ahmedabad. EPA-EFE/SIDDHARAJ SOLANKI
A small group of women who travelled from the Eastern Cape and Gauteng and joined by some mothers from the Western Cape march to Parliament during the Justice And Safety March For Children on June 11, 2025 in Cape Town, South Africa. The group is demanding an urgent call for justice, action and accountability concerning the safety of children in South Africa. (Photo by Gallo Images/Brenton Geach)
A small group of women who traveled from the Eastern Cape and Gauteng and joined by some mothers from the Western Cape march to Parliament during the Justice And Safety March For Children on June 11, 2025 in Cape Town, South Africa. The group is demanding an urgent call for justice, action and accountability concerning the safety of children in South Africa. (Photo by Gallo Images/Brenton Geach)
Residents of the Soweto community are protesting against persistent power outages in Meadowlands on June 11, 2025 in Soweto, South Africa. It is believed that the residents are demanding better water supply, sanitation, electricity, and improved infrastructure in general. (Photo by Gallo Images/Fani Mahuntsi)
Residents of the Soweto community are protesting against persistent power outages in Meadowlands on June 11, 2025 in Soweto, South Africa. It is believed that the residents are demanding better water supply, sanitation, electricity, and improved infrastructure in general. (Photo by Gallo Images/Fani Mahuntsi)
An artificial intelligence powered robot named Ameca, developed by Engineered Arts, displays mimics during the first day of London Tech Week in London, Britain, 09 June 2025. London Tech Week runs from 09 to 11 June 2025 and aims to bring start-ups, policymakers, investors and business leaders together to engage in discussions on technologies and AI. EPA-EFE/TOLGA AKMEN
An artificial intelligence powered robot named Ameca, developed by Engineered Arts, displays mimics during the first day of London Tech Week in London, Britain, 09 June 2025. London Tech Week runs from 09 to 11 June 2025 and aims to bring start-ups, policymakers, investors and business leaders together to engage in discussions on technologies and AI. EPA-EFE/TOLGA AKMEN
Albino baby cobras born in captivity at the National Zoological Gardens, in Colombo, Sri Lanka, 05 July 2005 (reissued 11 June 2025). Albinism is a genetic condition characterized by the absence of melanin pigment in the skin, hair, and eyes that affects people and animals. The International Albinism Awareness Day is observed on 13 June to challenge stereotypes and discrimination as well as to promote human rights and visibility. EPA-EFE/M.A.PUSHPA KUMARA *** Local Caption *** 00473782
Albino baby cobras born in captivity at the National Zoological Gardens, in Colombo, Sri Lanka, 05 July 2005 (reissued 11 June 2025). Albinism is a genetic condition characterized by the absence of melanin pigment in the skin, hair, and eyes that affects people and animals. The International Albinism Awareness Day is observed on 13 June to challenge stereotypes and discrimination as well as to promote human rights and visibility. EPA-EFE/M.A.PUSHPA KUMARA
A chef looks at a culinary art display during a competition at the 'World of Hospitality' (WOH) exhibition organized by the South India Chef’s Association (SICA) in Bangalore, India, 12 June 2025. The three-day event offers students an opportunity to explore next-generation culinary talent. Over 250 professional chefs from across India representing the food service industry showcase their culinary skills in a live competition. EPA-EFE/JAGADEESH NV
A chef looks at a culinary art display during a competition at the 'World of Hospitality' (WOH) exhibition organized by the South India Chef’s Association (SICA) in Bangalore, India, 12 June 2025. The three-day event offers students an opportunity to explore next-generation culinary talent. Over 250 professional chefs from across India representing the food service industry showcase their culinary skills in a live competition. EPA-EFE/JAGADEESH NV
A man fights a bull during a bullfight at the folkloric festival in La Chorrera, Panama, 08 June 2025. EPA-EFE/BIENVENIDO VELASCO
A man fights a bull during a bullfight at the folkloric festival in La Chorrera, Panama, 08 June 2025. EPA-EFE/BIENVENIDO VELASCO
A zookeeper sprays an Indian elephant with water during a heatwave at the National Zoological Park in New Delhi, India, 11 June 2025. The National Zoological Park has installed sprinklers inside animals' enclosures and sprays water on animals and birds to combat the effects of the heatwave. According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), Delhi registered 45-degree Celsius temperatures, and the prevailing heatwave is set to continue through 12 June. EPA-EFE/RAJAT GUPTA
A zookeeper sprays an Indian elephant with water during a heatwave at the National Zoological Park in New Delhi, India, 11 June 2025. The National Zoological Park has installed sprinklers inside animals' enclosures and sprays water on animals and birds to combat the effects of the heatwave. According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), Delhi registered 45-degree Celsius temperatures, and the prevailing heatwave is set to continue through 12 June. EPA-EFE/RAJAT GUPTA
A man swims in a stream on the outskirts of Srinagar, the summer capital of Indian Kashmir, 10 June 2025, on a hot weather day. EPA-EFE/FAROOQ KHAN
A man swims in a stream on the outskirts of Srinagar, the summer capital of Indian Kashmir, 10 June 2025, on a hot weather day. EPA-EFE/FAROOQ KHAN
Kites fly during the Kite Festival 'Fortolet' at the historical complex 'Fort Konstantin' in Kronstadt, outside St. Petersburg, Russia, 07 June 2025. EPA-EFE/ANATOLY MALTSEV
Kites fly during the Kite Festival 'Fortolet' at the historical complex 'Fort Konstantin' in Kronstadt, outside St. Petersburg, Russia, 07 June 2025. EPA-EFE/ANATOLY MALTSEV
A drag queen performs for a crowd of Boston Red Sox and Tampa Bay Rays fans under the stands before the start of the MLB game between the Boston Red Sox and the Tampa Bay Rays in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, 09 June 2025. The Boston Red Sox are holding their 12th Pride Night at Fenway Park tonight, celebrating members of Boston's LGBTQ+ community. EPA-EFE/CJ GUNTHER
A drag queen performs for a crowd of Boston Red Sox and Tampa Bay Rays fans under the stands before the start of the MLB game between the Boston Red Sox and the Tampa Bay Rays in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, 09 June 2025. The Boston Red Sox held their 12th Pride Night at Fenway Park, celebrating members of Boston's LGBTQ+ community. EPA-EFE/CJ GUNTHER
People dance outside of City Hall during a rally in Los Angeles, California, USA, 11 June 2025. US President Donald Trump has ordered the deployment of 4,000 National Guard members and 700 Marines, despite not receiving a request from the state of California for any additional assistance, following large protests against ongoing immigration enforcement raids in the Los Angeles area over the last few days. EPA-EFE/CAROLINE BREHMAN
People dance outside of City Hall during a rally in Los Angeles, California, USA, 11 June 2025. US President Donald Trump has ordered the deployment of 4,000 National Guard members and 700 Marines, despite not receiving a request from the state of California for any additional assistance, following large protests against ongoing immigration enforcement raids in the Los Angeles area over the last few days. EPA-EFE/CAROLINE BREHMAN
A woman poses for a photo next to lotus flowers in West lake in Hanoi, Vietnam, 09 June 2025.. Lotus flowers bloom from late May to August in Vietnam and are commonly found growing in the muddy waters of lakes and ponds across the country. EPA-EFE/LUONG THAI LINH
A woman poses for a photo next to lotus flowers in West Lake in Hanoi, Vietnam, 09 June 2025. Lotus flowers bloom from late May to August in Vietnam and are commonly found growing in the muddy waters of lakes and ponds across the country. EPA-EFE/LUONG THAI LINH
People wear costumes as they take part of the Carnival of Cultures in Berlin, Germany, 08 June 2025. The parade involves over 4,000 participants who display the cultures of their countries of origin. The Carnival of Cultures has been celebrated annually in Berlin since 1996 and intends to be a symbol of diversity and peaceful coexistence. EPA-EFE/HANNIBAL HANSCHKE
People wear costumes as they take part of the Carnival of Cultures in Berlin, Germany, 08 June 2025. The parade involves over 4,000 participants who display the cultures of their countries of origin. The Carnival of Cultures has been celebrated annually in Berlin since 1996 and intends to be a symbol of diversity and peaceful coexistence. EPA-EFE/HANNIBAL HANSCHKE
The Strawberry Moon hangs in the sky over the Federal palace, the parliament building, in Bern, Switzerland, 11 June 2025. The first full moon of summer, named the strawberry moon, is the lowest full moon in decades and one that astronomers have said won't happen again until 2043. EPA-EFE/ANTHONY ANEX
The Strawberry Moon hangs in the sky over the Federal palace, the parliament building, in Bern, Switzerland, 11 June 2025. The first full moon of summer, named the strawberry moon, is the lowest full moon in decades and one that astronomers have said won't happen again until 2043. EPA-EFE/ANTHONY ANEX
Italian Navy training vessel Amerigo Vespucci arrives in the port of Genoa, Italy, 10 June 2025. After leaving on 01 July 2023, the sailing trip around the world brought the school ship to about 30 countries before returning to its home port. EPA-EFE/LUCA ZENNARO
Italian Navy training vessel Amerigo Vespucci arrives in the port of Genoa, Italy, 10 June 2025. After leaving on 01 July 2023, the sailing trip around the world brought the school ship to about 30 countries before returning to its home port. EPA-EFE/LUCA ZENNARO
Simon Ehammer of Switzerland in action during the men's long jump event of the Bislett Games, at Bislett Stadium in Oslo, Norway, 11 June 2025. EPA-EFE/Fredrik Varfjell NORWAY OUT
Simon Ehammer of Switzerland in action during the men's long jump event of the Bislett Games, at Bislett Stadium in Oslo, Norway, 11 June 2025. EPA-EFE/Fredrik Varfjell
Cynthia Erivo poses on the red carpet during the 78th annual Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall in New York, New York, USA, 08 June 2025. The Tony Awards are presented each year by the American Theatre Wing and The Broadway League to honor excellence in Broadway theater. EPA-EFE/SARAH YENESEL
Cynthia Erivo poses on the red carpet during the 78th annual Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall in New York, New York, USA, 08 June 2025. The Tony Awards are presented each year by the American Theatre Wing and The Broadway League to honor excellence in Broadway theater. EPA-EFE/SARAH YENESEL
Cole Escola, of the show ‘Oh, Mary!’ poses in the press room with the Tony award for ‘Best Leading Actor in a Play’ during the 78th annual Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall in New York, New York, USA, 08 June 2025. The Tony Awards are presented each year by the American Theatre Wing and The Broadway League to honor excellence in Broadway theater. EPA-EFE/SARAH YENESEL
Cole Escola, of the show ‘Oh, Mary!’ poses in the press room with the Tony award for ‘Best Leading Actor in a Play’ during the 78th annual Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall in New York, New York, USA, 08 June 2025. The Tony Awards are presented each year by the American Theatre Wing and The Broadway League to honor excellence in Broadway theater. EPA-EFE/SARAH YENESEL. DM

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