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This striking portrait of an Iranian singer in a black dress, her hair uncovered, has come at a devastating cost for the photographer who captured it -- resulting in a sentence of 74 lashes, a travel ban, and a prohibition on artistic activity. [ Read More ] from PetaPixel

Topps has announced plans to release a collectible trading card with the now-famous photo of Lionel Messi with future soccer star Lamine Yamal as a baby. [ Read More ] from PetaPixel

Scientists have identified a new species of monkey -- with a striking mask-like face and distinctive pinkish-orange lips -- after a decades-long search for the primate was sparked by a blurry photograph. [ Read More ] from PetaPixel

Throughout May, NASA's Psyche spacecraft approached and flew away from Mars, coming within just 2,864 miles (4,609 kilometers) of the Red Planet during its closest approach. A brand-new timelapse video released by the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) features thousands of images that Psyche captured during its mission. [ Read More ] from PetaPixel

The finalists for the 2026 International Pet Photography Awards have been revealed, with photographers all over the world showcasing their best work. [ Read More ] from PetaPixel

Google's DeepMind lab has recreated Pelé's so-called lost goal -- a strike that the iconic Brazilian soccer player said was his best-ever but was never captured on video. [ Read More ] from PetaPixel