Best photos of May 3: Long Distance Heritage Race in Dubai to 80th VE Day anniversary in London

Dhows race from Sir Bu Nair Island to the shores of Dubai, during Al Gaffal Long Distance Heritage competition. Zilzal 25, owned by Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan bin Zayed and skippered by Marwan Abdullah Al Marzouqi, won first place out of 118 dhows. Photo: Wam
Lady Gaga rehearses a day before her open concert at Copacabana beach, Brazil. Reuters
Military units and bands rehearse for the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. The holiday on May 8 celebrates the formal acceptance by the Second World War Allies of Germany's unconditional surrender of its armed forces. Reuters
A banner made with 4,500 portraits of Second World War veterans stands in Saint Petersburg, Russia, to commemorate Victory Day. The holiday on May 9 celebrates the Soviet Union's key role in the military victory against Nazi Germany. AFP
Hundreds of people part in the Sunrise Swim, which marks the first swim of the season, at Brockwell Lido, South London. PA Wire
Works set up a chimney in the Sistine Chapel, which will be used to communicate when a new pontiff has been chosen. The Catholic church conclave to elect a replacement for the late Pope Francis will begin on May 7. AFP
Mourners attend the funeral of Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes in Khan Younis, southern Gaza. Reuters
Visitors walk down the Bramante Staircase at the Vatican Museums, Vatican City. AFP

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May 03, 2025

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