Highlights of Reuters' Global Human-Interest Stories of the Week

This compilation highlights a selection of human-interest stories and multimedia features produced by Reuters journalists worldwide. Key stories include athlete influencers at the Paris Olympics, Snoop Dogg's venture into Olympic coverage, and Taylor Swift's personal items on display at London’s V&A, among other intriguing global events.

Each week, Reuters journalists create numerous multimedia features and human-interest stories from all corners of the globe. This week, our editors have highlighted several noteworthy stories, providing context and background to understand current world headlines. For a complete news and event schedule, visit our editorial calendar on Reuters Connect.

NEW YORK - Athletes aiming for Olympic gold will also be in a competition for social media likes and follows during the Paris Olympics, vying for viral fame. (OLYMPICS-2024/SOCIAL MEDIA)

PARIS - American female athletes like Simone Biles, Katie Ledecky, and Sha'Carri Richardson will be in the spotlight at the Paris Olympics amid the rising popularity of women's sports in the U.S. (OLYMPICS-2024-WOMEN)

American rapper Snoop Dogg will showcase the Paris Olympics to a younger generation through a collaboration with Gen Z social media influencers. (OLYMPICS-2024/SNOOPDOGG)

BARCELONA - A free climbing gym in Barcelona's Foixarda tunnel has popularized the sport, helping it gain official Olympic status. (OLYMPICS-2024-CLIMBING/SPAIN)

LONDON - Items belonging to Taylor Swift, including outfits and musical instruments, are featured in a temporary summer exhibition at London's V&A. (EXHIBITION-TAYLOR SWIFT)