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He had also commented on the overall course of the World Cup in China.

More than 350 photographers from 100 countries offer a window into the world at the second Hania International Photo Festival from August 16 to 24. The event showcases a range of different styles and points of view on a series of themes including architecture, conceptual photography, abstract subjects, nature, cityscapes, photojournalism, travel, portraits and street photography.

When it comes to the significant news events around the world, sometimes a photograph can convey a story more powerfully than a thousand words, wrote American photojournalist and author Deborah Copaken in the forward to this year's Istanbul Photo Awards album.

The first Athens Photo World got under way last week with a rich program of events aimed at showcasing the important work being done by photojournalists who acquaint the public with important events and people all over the world, while also imbuing these depictions with their own personal style.