A selection of striking news photographs taken around the world this week.

Lhakpa Sherpa, who has climbed Everest more than any other woman, wants to inspire women and girls.

An economic crisis has forced millions to flee Venezuela. Could Sunday's election bring real change?

Victims of Hiroshima and Nagasaki believe their horrific past must act as a warning for the future.

Meselesh Gosaye's home area in Ethiopia was hit by two landslides that buried hundreds under the mud.

Sabrina Carpenter, Charli XCX and Chappell Roan are all about vulnerable lyrics and existential questions - and it's really working for them.