Top videos: Federer warms up ahead of Laver Cup, AFL fans gear up for grand final
Hello, dear readers. It’s the weekend once again and we are back with more must-watch videos just for you.
This selection starts with a poignant clip of the King holding back tears as the congregation sings the National Anthem at the end of Queen Elizabeth’s funeral service.
In Iran, a brave woman cuts her hair before a crowd in protest against the fate of Mahsa Amini, who died after being arrested by ‘morality police’.
And finally, don’t miss the enthusiastic footy fans gearing up for Saturday’s AFL grand final; tennis legend Roger Federer’s unique warm-up before his final match, and an unlikely passenger hopping through Melbourne Airport.
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God Save the King
Charles III became misty-eyed when the congregation sang the National Anthem at Queen Elizabeth’s funeral service in Westminster Abbey.
Taiwan bridge collapse
Dramatic footage as a 6.8-magnitude earthquake that struck south-east Taiwan earlier this week destroyed Gaoliao Bridge in Hualien County.
The death of Mahsa Amini starts a global movement
Protesters cheer and look on in the main square in Kerman, Iran, as a woman sits atop a utility box and cuts her hair. Protests have erupted following the death of Mahsa Amini after being arrested by Iran’s morality police for failing to wear her hijab properly.
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Roger Federer – suited up and ready to go
Swiss tennis great Roger Federer warms up in style ahead of the Laver Cup. Federer’s upcoming doubles match will be the last of his storied career. He will play alongside long-time rival and fellow tennis legend, Rafael Nadal.
Tweet from @rogerfederer
Countdown to the grand final
Captains of Geelong and Sydney hold up the premiership cup before fans, ahead of Saturday’s match.
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AFL grand final parade
Eager footy fans flocked to the banks of the Yarra for the first grand final parade in three years.
Tweet from @10NewsFirstMelb
Olympic obstacle course
At the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games an obstacle race will replace horse-riding in the modern pentathlon. Here’s a preview.
Unexpected arrival at airport
A surprise visitor was seen hopping around Melbourne Airport … looks like this kangaroo might have been late for a flight!
Tweet from @plalor
Swimming lessons
From a reluctant plunge into freezing waters to a confident swimmer, watch this adorable pup navigate the waters on his own.
@bbc Adorable seal swimming lesson 😍 #FrozenPlanetII #BBCiPlayer #iPlayer #DavidAttenborough #BabySeal ♬ original sound – BBC
A whale of a time
In a display of “social bonding”, 15 pilot whales move gracefully in sync.
@drchrisbrown When your day suddenly becomes an Attenborough documentary. I couldn’t believe what I was seeing 🤯 #animalsoftiktok #learnontiktok #icelandadventure #iceland #whale #ocean #wildlife ♬ original sound – Dr Chris Brown
Seal rescue
It’s this seal’s lucky day as these men rescue it from the ropes tangled around its neck.
@respectmin0 Watch till the end ! 🥰#strangerthings #seal #sea #animals #viral #respectmin0 ♬ Love You So – The King Khan & BBQ Show
Smooth sailing
With just a little bit of guidance, this flock of geese glide smoothly over a boat.
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