Topshots of the Week (31 December 2022 - 6 January 2023)

Selection of some of the most striking photographs taken by AFP photojournalists this past week (31 December 2022 - 6 January 2023).


New Year's Eve fireworks light up the sky over the Sydney Opera House (L) and Harbour Bridge during the fireworks display in Sydney on January 1, 2023.
© David GRAY / AFP

AFP Digital Courses selected as Finalist for the 4th Annual Anthem Awards

AFP Digital Courses has been named a finalist in the ‘Product, Innovation or Service’ category in Education, Art & Culture at the 4th Annual Anthem Awards.

Selected from among 2,300 projects across 34 countries, this recognition highlights the platform’s positive social impact through its innovative training in digital investigation techniques.

02/09/2026 17:24
Danube Properties Launches ‘Serenz by Danube’ in JVC With A Convenient 2-Minutes-In, 2-Minutes-Out Access

Danube Properties has announced the launch of Serenz by Danube, a premium residential development designed to elevate contemporary urban living in Dubai. It was officially unveiled by Danube Group’s Founder and Chairman – Rizwan Sajan, Group Managing Director – Adel Sajan, Director of Agency Relationships – Sana Sajan, along with cricket legend and Danube’s Global Ambassador – Brett Lee. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/...

02/09/2026 17:30
Beast Industries Acquires Step, Expanding its Platform to Include Financial Services

Beast Industries, the largest and most innovative creator based platform in the world, today announced the acquisition of Step, a financial technology company dedicated to making financial literacy and money management accessible to all. This acquisition marks a significant milestone for Beast Industries, bringing together Step's robust technology platform and full-stack fintech team with Beast Industries’ extensive audience reach and proven track record in philanthropic initiatives. Together...