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Yahoo
5 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Gaza aid distribution site photos are staged for emotional effect, German media claims
The BILD report focuses on a widely circulated photo of desperate Gazan women and children holding pots and pans in front of a food distribution site. There has been significant media attention over the last few days regarding reports by two German-language papers - BILD and Süddeutsche Zeitung - that accuse Gaza-based press photographers of staging photos of starving civilians. The issue of staged photos or photos taken out of context came to a head at the end of July when the Coordination of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT) said that a picture of a Gazan youth being portrayed as starving is actually suffering from a genetic disease. TheBILD report focuses on a widely circulated photo of desperate Gazan women and children holding pots and pans in front of a food distribution site. Except photos taken by others at the same site show that the hoard is actually standing opposite freelance photographer Anas Zayed Fteiha, commissioned by the Turkish news agency Anadolu, BILD argues. The pots and pans are not being held up to the food distribution site, but the photographer, which Bild claims is staging for means of propaganda. Undistributed photos show Gazans calmly receiving aid Additionally, BILD adds that his photos at the Gaza aid distribution site show mainly women and children, but that other photos at the same site show mostly adult men calmly waiting for and receiving food. Fteiha did not distribute these ones. "I assume that many of these pictures with starving and sick children are simply staged or come from other contexts," emeritus history professor and photography expert Gerhard Paul told SZ. Paul, who has been researching images from Israel and Gaza for 25 years, said the photos are not fake, but "people are presented in a certain way or provided with a falsifying caption to mobilize our visual memory and emotions." Paul told SZ that he and his students at the University of Flensburg recreated the scenes from images of various wars in three dimensions in order to understand the situation depicted, which is often not easy to understand from the two-dimensional image. "Where is the photographer? Who is standing around him?" he asks. "What do the people depicted in the picture see? Do they see what we suspect, for example a food distribution? Or are they facing photographers?" "The images also have an additional function," Paul explained. "They are intended to overwrite the brutal images of the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. Many people don't even remember these pictures. Hamas is a master at staging images." However, he stressed that the journalists and photographers in Gaza are in a dangerous position, and due to their proximity to Hamas terrorists, cannot move freely. "Little bypasses Hamas," Christopher Resch of Reporters Without Borders told SZ. Resch also told SZ that the concept of photographers staging photos is not unique to Gaza, and is not necessarily problematic. "I don't think it's reprehensible when a photographer instructs people to stand here and there with their pots," he said. "As long as it approximates reality." Nevertheless, BILD's report stressed that the photographer in question - Fteiha - is not exactly unbiased in his photojournalism. He posts videos to social media saying "f*** Israel" and works for a news agency that speaks directly to the Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdoğan who has had ties to Hamas. As a result of the investigation, the German Press Agency and Agence France Press told BILD that they will no longer work Fteiha and would carefully check the pictures of other photo reporters as well, whereas Reuters says his photos "meet the standards of accuracy, independence and impartiality." "Despite his bias, his photos are published by major outlets like CNN, BBC, and Reuters," Israel's foreign ministry seethed in its response to the two reports. "With Hamas controlling nearly all media in Gaza, these photographers aren't reporting, they're producing propaganda." "This investigation underscores how Pallywood has gone mainstream with staged images and ideological bias shaping international coverage, while the suffering of Israeli hostages and Hamas atrocities are pushed out of frame," the ministry concluded. The Jerusalem Post watched the video taken from the aid destruction site a few days ago, shared by Al Jazeera Arabic. It is worth noting that the same setting of the women and children with pots and pans is seen in the video, and they are receiving food, so it is possible that the photo by Fteiha was taken before the aid workers arrived. Solve the daily Crossword
Business Upturn
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
Maxton Hall Season 2: Cast updates, plot details and everything we know so far
By Aman Shukla Published on August 5, 2025, 18:30 IST Last updated August 5, 2025, 18:38 IST If you're still recovering from the emotional rollercoaster of Maxton Hall: The World Between Us , you're not alone. The German-language hit took fans by storm, blending forbidden romance, high-society drama, and elite boarding school pressure into a binge-worthy series. And now, after months of speculation, we finally have a date: Season 2 is officially dropping on Prime Video on November 7, 2025 . It's been a wild ride since the show premiered. Adapted from Mona Kasten's Save Me trilogy, the first season shot straight to the top of Prime Video charts in over 120 countries—becoming the platform's biggest international original series debut ever. So yeah, expectations for Season 2? Sky high. Release Date: When Will Maxton Hall Season 2 Premiere? The countdown has begun. Prime Video confirmed that filming for Season 2 wrapped up in September 2024, after months of shooting across Berlin, London, and the stunning Marienburg Castle in Germany. Some fans were hoping for a spring or summer release, but the team took their time to make sure it's as polished as possible—with multiple language versions and a killer soundtrack. And honestly? If it means better quality, we'll wait. Cast Updates: Who's Returning and Who's New? The core cast is back, bringing familiar faces to continue the drama. Here's who's confirmed for Season 2: Harriet Herbig-Matten as Ruby Bell, the determined scholarship student navigating love and ambition. Damian Hardung as James Beaufort, the wealthy heir wrestling with grief and his feelings for Ruby. Sonja Weißer as Lydia Beaufort, James' sister, whose pregnancy storyline adds more intrigue. Fedja van Huêt as Mortimer Beaufort, the imposing patriarch of the Beaufort family. Ben Felipe as Cyril Vega, a key player in Maxton Hall's social scene. Justus Riesner as Alistair Ellington, James' friend with his own arc. Andrea Guo as Lin Wang, part of Ruby's growing circle of friends. Runa Greiner as Ember, another friend strengthening Ruby's support system. While no new cast members have been announced, the returning ensemble promises to keep the chemistry electric. Sadly, Clelia Sarto's character, Claudelia Beaufort, James and Lydia's mother, passed away in Season 1, but there's a chance she could appear in flashbacks. Keep an eye out for updates, as an official cast list is still pending. Plot Details: What to Expect in Season 2 Season 2 will dive into the second book of Mona Kasten's trilogy, Save You , picking up after the emotional rollercoaster of Season 1. The story continues to center on Ruby Bell and James Beaufort's turbulent romance, defined by an enemies-to-lovers and opposites-attract dynamic. After a passionate night in Oxford and Ruby's Oxford interview success, things seem perfect—until a devastating event in the Beaufort family shakes everything up. James' grief and privilege clash with Ruby's resilience, pulling her back into the harsh reality of Maxton Hall's elite world. Expect plenty of drama, betrayal, and groveling, as teased by Prime Video. Ruby, hurt deeply by James, longs for her old life where she was just another student, but her feelings for him make that impossible—especially since he's fighting to win her back. The season will explore James working on himself, while Ruby sets firm boundaries, staying true to her goals. A big focus will also be on female friendships, with Ruby's bonds with Lydia, Lin, and Ember taking center stage, adding depth to the story. The teaser trailer, released in July 2024, hints at spicy, romantic moments alongside darker, more intense scenes, like Ruby running from school in tears and James facing trouble. Fans can brace for a rollercoaster of passion, heartbreak, and growth. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
Aston Martin take dramatic action with F1 broadcaster after fury over reporting
Comment made about driver Lance Stroll, son of Formula 1 team owner Lawrence Stroll, by Sky Germany pundit Ralf Schumacher have led to Aston Martin taking action Aston Martin denied interview requests made by the German-language edition of Sky Sports at the Hungarian Grand Prix, Mirror Sport can confirm. The dramatic move comes amid concerns over the broadcaster's reporting in recent weeks which the team, it is understood, felt has lacked balance. So in Budapest, all direct interview requests made to the team were denied. That explains why team owner Lawrence Stroll turned down an interview with host Peter Hardenacke and pundit Ralf Schumacher live on air at the Hungaroring. And the Canadian billionaire was not the only one who was not interested in engaging with Sky Germany. Neither of their drivers, Fernando Alonso and Lawrence's son Lance Stroll, would give interviews, nor would any other Aston Martin personnel. "I know they are not giving us any more interviews because they do not like us that much at the moment," Schumacher said during the broadcast. And it seems it was comments made by the former F1 racer which were the final straw for the team. Schumacher was highly critical of Stroll Jnr after the British Grand Prix, demanding that the Canadian racer apologise to his colleagues for a sweary rant over the radio during the Silverstone race despite finishing seventh and bagging six points in difficult conditions. But is was not the only piece of reporting which has concerned Aston Martin in recent weeks, it is understood. In general, the feeling at the Silverstone-based squad is that Sky Germany's reporting in general has not been balanced in recent times. Sky's English-language output is not affected, evidenced by Lance Stroll speaking to host Natalie Pinkham after he finished seventh in Sunday's Hungary race. But Sky Germany, which holds the F1 broadcast rights in the European country, rarely engages with the team in other more official media opportunities, such as the FIA press conferences and the TV pen, which is open to broadcasters after qualifying on a Saturday and the race on a Sunday at each Grand Prix. Aston Martin's move is not a full boycott, as it is understood that drivers Alonso and Stroll will continue to speak with Sky Germany in the TV pen if they wish. The German broadcaster's reporters are also still free to speak with the drivers and team principal Andy Cowell in open media sessions held on a Thursday before a Grand Prix, known as 'media day' in the paddock. The German-language arm has had its access to the team limited for now, though. It remains to be seen whether Aston Martin will continue to give them the cold shoulder when F1 returns at the Dutch Grand Prix at the end of August, following the three-week summer break. But it is understood that the team does not plan to simply forget and move on. Aston Martin will want to see an improvement in terms of the balance of Sky Germany's reporting on its performance and drivers before deciding to fully open back up again. It is not the first time in recent years that a team has decided to limit the access of a broadcaster. At the 2022 Mexican Grand Prix, Red Bull avoided speaking with the British edition of Sky Sports F1 over the course of the whole race weekend in response to pit lane reporter Ted Kravitz suggesting Lewis Hamilton had been "robbed" of the title the previous year. Hamilton was infamously beaten to glory by Max Verstappen in a controversial finale at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix the previous December. But Kravitz's comments about that outcome 10 months on led to Red Bull banning interviews with Sky's British, German and Italian broadcasts, the boycott only being ended at the next race in Brazil as Verstappen confirmed: "We drew a line under it."
Daily Mirror
7 days ago
- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
Red Bull suspicion raised after Max Verstappen struggle at Hungarian Grand Prix
Max Verstappen qualified eighth for the Hungarian Grand Prix and slipped back one place further by the end of the Budapest race on a wretched weekend for Red Bull Max Verstappen has been told that playing even a small role in the Formula 1 title fight this season is now "impossible". That is the verdict of Helmut Marko who has also shared what Red Bull"suspect" was the issue which limited the Dutchman's pace at the Hungarian Grand Prix. It was a difficult second event in charge for team principal Laurent Mekies. Verstappen qualified eighth but could not make progress in the race and finished one place lower in ninth, while Yuki Tsunoda suffered another Q1 exit in qualifying and, starting from the pit lane with a new engine, did not trouble the points-scoring positions. Verstappen remains third in the drivers' standings and the nearest challenger to the runaway McLaren pair of Lando Norris, who won the Budapest race, and championship leader Oscar Piastri. But his result in Hungary saw him add just two points to his total. Red Bull came into the season hoping to help their star driver to a fifth consecutive title, but long-serving team adviser Marko has now conceded that will not happen. "That's impossible, absolutely," he told German-language outlet Speedweek. Regarding how the race panned out for Verstappen, the Austrian added: "It did not go very well. A pit stop would have been better, because overtaking was really difficult on this track. So maybe sixth or even fifth place was possible." Verstappen had complained about his car for most of the weekend and never looked comfortable behind the wheel. Marko believes, though, that the problem was circuit-specific and should not continue to affect them after the summer break. He said: "The tyres were not working. I think it was only a concern here and it will not happen again if our suspicion about the cause [of Verstappen's lack of pace and grip] is confirmed." Reacting to his weekend, Verstappen seemed to be in the dark about why his car had been so poor. He said: "It is very complicated to explain. This weekend nothing worked. In Spa, we had a much more competitive weekend. I know we are not on the level of McLaren, who are doing a great job this year, but this is weird for us." Sky Sports launches discounted Formula 1 package This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more £43 £35 Sky Get Sky Sports here Product Description The summer shutdown now looms – from next week, and for 14 days, teams are not allowed to complete any F1-related activities and must close down their factories and facilities. But in the time over the summer break that they are allowed to work, Red Bull need to figure out how to get their RB21 working again. And Verstappen will be at the heart of those internal discussions – not that he was willing to reveal much. He said: "It is a fully open discussion between everyone. There are always a few ideas that you look into. But, of course, I cannot go into detail."
NBC Sports
30-07-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Olympic biathlete Laura Dahlmeier presumed dead after mountaineering accident, rescue attempt called off
Laura Dahlmeier, a retired Olympic biathlete from Germany, is presumed dead as a rescue operation to find her was called off after she had a high-elevation mountaineering accident in Pakistan on Monday. She was 31 years old. Dahlmeier, a state-certified mountain and ski guide and active member of the mountain rescue service, was struck by falling rocks while descending with a climbing partner from the summit of Laila Peak in the Karakoram Mountains on Monday morning, according to a translation of a German-language press release from her management team. Her uninjured climbing partner immediately called emergency services. The partner attempted to rescue Dahlmeier for many hours, but it was impossible due to the difficult terrain and ongoing rockfall around 18,700 feet above sea level. After the partner could not detect any signs of life, she retreated from the dangerous area. On Tuesday morning, Dahlmeier was spotted by a military helicopter, but no signs of life were detectable. An aerial rescue could not be carried out due to technical and rescue limitations of the helicopter. A ground rescue was also not possible due to the ongoing rockfall danger and hazards at the accident scene. The rescue operation was discontinued Tuesday evening due to darkness. 'Recovering the body is too risky for the rescue workers under the current difficult conditions with rockfall and a change in the weather on Laila Peak and is therefore not feasible,' the release stated, according to a translation. 'It was Laura Dahlmeier's express and written will that in a case like this, no one should risk their life to rescue her. Her wish was to leave her body on the mountain in this case. This is also in the spirit of her relatives, who also expressly request that Laura's final wishes be respected. The family extends its sincere thanks to the rescue team, especially the mountaineers who came to the rescue.' Dahlmeier won 2018 Olympic gold medals in the 7.5km sprint and 10km pursuit and a bronze in the 15km individual event. In 2017, she became the first biathlete to win five gold medals at a single World Championships. She won 15 total medals in her senior World Championships career. She retired from biathlon in 2019. 'With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to Laura Dahlmeier,' the German National Olympic Committee posted. 'Her sudden death leaves us speechless. She was more than an Olympic champion — she was a person with heart, conviction, and vision. Your story will live on, Laura.' German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier said in a social media post, 'Laura Dahlmeier was an ambassador of our country to the world, a role model for peaceful, happy and fair coexistence across borders. This is how she will be to me, this is how she will remain in the memory of many people in our country.'
