A man in a navy suit walking past a group of journalists and photographers in an indoor courthouse lobby, with a large sign showing courtrooms behind him.
Man smiling and raising his fist in a crowd of people outside a building, surrounded by photographers and onlookers.
A group of jubilant Indian cricket fans celebrating at an outdoor event, with some holding the Indian flag, in a city setting with tall buildings and digital screens in the background.
A group of diverse people protesting for affordable housing, holding signs that say 'Build Affordable Housing,' 'Cheaper Grocery,' and 'Zohar for New York City,' with a man in a suit speaking at a microphone in front of the crowd.
A police officer standing in front of an elevator door, wearing tactical gear and a face covering, with only part of their body visible through the partially open elevator door.
A woman appears to be crying and distressed as she is comforted by several people during a protest or demonstration on a city street, with others and city buildings in the background.
Kamala Harris and Joe Biden on stage during a political event with large American flags and a sign that says "HARRIS V. Z" in the background, surrounded by an audience taking photos and waving.
Two men in suits shaking hands in front of a blue background with yellow stars, representing the European Union flag.
A deer grazing on grass in a park at night with city skyline and full moon in the background.
A traffic light showing a red signal with bees swarming around the light and the top of the traffic signal. There is a building in the background.
A white vehicle with a shattered windshield and damage to the hood, surrounded by mud and debris, with a group of protesters in the background holding signs, one of which opposes Zionism and Israel, at a protest march.
People at an airport or station embracing and greeting each other, indicating a joyful reunion.
Nighttime city skyline with tall buildings illuminated, dark clouds, and multiple lightning bolts striking in the sky.
Protesters in a street rally holding signs with messages about unity and human rights, including a woman with glasses and a headscarf yelling, a woman with a hat and roses, and other people with signs and banners in the background.
Person dressed in a horror-themed costume with a large chainsaw headpiece and bloodstained clothes at a crowded convention or event
A man peeking through a partially open wooden door with ornate metalwork, standing inside a building, with sunlight illuminating part of the scene.
A woman with dark hair and a black coat stands in front of a dark vehicle with rain droplets on it. Inside the vehicle, two people are seated and visible through the window, facing each other and talking.
A woman with long red hair smiling, wearing a cream-colored satin blouse with puffed sleeves and a black vest, standing in front of a "DARK TOWER" promotional backdrop.
A large group of people gathered outdoors, many holding American flags and wearing patriotic clothing, participating in a patriotic rally or demonstration in Beverly Hills.
Group of passionate sports fans at a stadium, with some wearing Red Bull Racing jerseys, celebrating enthusiastically.
Soccer player in pink uniform waving to crowd on field, teammates and spectators in background
A soccer goalkeeper in a blue uniform preparing to replace a soccer ball. He is wearing gloves and is in a stadium with a crowd in the background.
Two men sit on the sidewalk outside a red-brick building with a mural, drinking water. One man is using a face mask, and there are red gates and a promotional plaque on the building.
Joe Biden standing at a podium during a campaign event, with a large banner behind him that says "We're ON BOARD" and a logo for his 2024 presidential campaign.
A woman with a distressed expression talking on her cell phone, standing on a city sidewalk near a fire truck, with traffic and tall buildings in the background.
A woman with blonde hair in a bun, wearing a black blazer and blue top, leaning forward at a conference table with a sign that says 'European Union', listening intently.
A black Formula 1 race car driving on the street during a parade or event, surrounded by onlookers behind barriers taking photos, in an urban area with buildings.
A man with curly hair, wearing sunglasses and earrings, is blowing out candles on a birthday cake during a celebration at night. There are sparklers and people in the background, some with face paint and costumes.
Two silver NJ Transit trains on parallel tracks in an urban train yard with tall buildings in the background. One train is front-facing, and the rear of the other is visible from the back, with yellow wheel chocks and safety signs nearby.
A person with makeup and jewelry posing in front of a step-and-repeat backdrop with 'National Board of Review' logos.
Black and white portrait of a smiling man with short curly hair, wearing a t-shirt, standing outdoors against a background of rocks.

Derek French is a freelance photographer and photo editor with a deep sensitivity to the subjects' emotions, stories, and experiences.

His work has been featured by New York Magazine, Wall Street Journal, Business Insider, The Guardian, The Times, The Athletic, CNN, and Harvard Magazine. His clients are the AFP’s Factstory, New York Road Runners, the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN), and SAG-AFTRA.

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