"There haven't been many slow news days in 2025, a year which further highlighted how increasingly divided our world - and, indeed, our country - is becoming. But the busy news cycle was also filled with stories that unite us, such as the 96th-minute goal from Troy Parrott that served to give the entire country a badly-needed lift last month."
"Even amongst the most heart-wrenching times of conflict, loss and grief, there are moments of kindness, human connection and even humour to be found. It's those glimpses of light in the darkness that often make for the most powerful images; the ones that truly resonate with us."
2025 produced relentless news coverage that underscored deep political and social divisions both globally and nationally. Photojournalists captured tragic conflict, loss, and humanitarian crises as well as uplifting communal moments and spontaneous joy. A dramatic 96th-minute goal by Troy Parrott united a nation and provided emotional relief. Many images highlighted acts of kindness, human connection, and humor occurring amid hardship. Contrasting scenes of darkness and light emphasized resilience and shared humanity. The year’s photographic record reinforced the power of visuals to evoke empathy and shape collective memory.
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