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Vertical Forest in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - OCTOBER 21, 2023 - Photo taken on Oct 21, 2023 shows the Jiangbei "Vertical Forest" project in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China. It is understood that the "vertical forest" can absorb 25 tons of carbon dioxide per year and release 60 kilograms of oxygen per day. The project consists of two vertical forest buildings with a height of 110 meters and 76 meters, which are adjacent to each other. Flowers and plants are integrated into the two tall buildings, and more than 2,000 trees and flowers are planted.

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Vertical Forest in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - OCTOBER 21, 2023 - Photo taken on Oct 21, 2023 shows the Jiangbei "Vertical Forest" project in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China. It is understood that the "vertical forest" can absorb 25 tons of carbon dioxide per year and release 60 kilograms of oxygen per day. The project consists of two vertical forest buildings with a height of 110 meters and 76 meters, which are adjacent to each other. Flowers and plants are integrated into the two tall buildings, and more than 2,000 trees and flowers are planted.

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Vertical Forest in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - OCTOBER 21, 2023 - Photo taken on Oct 21, 2023 shows the Jiangbei "Vertical Forest" project in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China. It is understood that the "vertical forest" can absorb 25 tons of carbon dioxide per year and release 60 kilograms of oxygen per day. The project consists of two vertical forest buildings with a height of 110 meters and 76 meters, which are adjacent to each other. Flowers and plants are integrated into the two tall buildings, and more than 2,000 trees and flowers are planted.

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Vertical Forest in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - OCTOBER 21, 2023 - Photo taken on Oct 21, 2023 shows the Jiangbei "Vertical Forest" project in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China. It is understood that the "vertical forest" can absorb 25 tons of carbon dioxide per year and release 60 kilograms of oxygen per day. The project consists of two vertical forest buildings with a height of 110 meters and 76 meters, which are adjacent to each other. Flowers and plants are integrated into the two tall buildings, and more than 2,000 trees and flowers are planted.

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Vertical Forest in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - OCTOBER 21, 2023 - Photo taken on Oct 21, 2023 shows the Jiangbei "Vertical Forest" project in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China. It is understood that the "vertical forest" can absorb 25 tons of carbon dioxide per year and release 60 kilograms of oxygen per day. The project consists of two vertical forest buildings with a height of 110 meters and 76 meters, which are adjacent to each other. Flowers and plants are integrated into the two tall buildings, and more than 2,000 trees and flowers are planted.

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Vertical Forest in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - OCTOBER 21, 2023 - Photo taken on Oct 21, 2023 shows the Jiangbei "Vertical Forest" project in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China. It is understood that the "vertical forest" can absorb 25 tons of carbon dioxide per year and release 60 kilograms of oxygen per day. The project consists of two vertical forest buildings with a height of 110 meters and 76 meters, which are adjacent to each other. Flowers and plants are integrated into the two tall buildings, and more than 2,000 trees and flowers are planted.

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Vertical Forest in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - OCTOBER 21, 2023 - Photo taken on Oct 21, 2023 shows the Jiangbei "Vertical Forest" project in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China. It is understood that the "vertical forest" can absorb 25 tons of carbon dioxide per year and release 60 kilograms of oxygen per day. The project consists of two vertical forest buildings with a height of 110 meters and 76 meters, which are adjacent to each other. Flowers and plants are integrated into the two tall buildings, and more than 2,000 trees and flowers are planted.

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Vertical Forest in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - OCTOBER 21, 2023 - Photo taken on Oct 21, 2023 shows the Jiangbei "Vertical Forest" project in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China. It is understood that the "vertical forest" can absorb 25 tons of carbon dioxide per year and release 60 kilograms of oxygen per day. The project consists of two vertical forest buildings with a height of 110 meters and 76 meters, which are adjacent to each other. Flowers and plants are integrated into the two tall buildings, and more than 2,000 trees and flowers are planted.

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Vertical Forest in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - OCTOBER 21, 2023 - Photo taken on Oct 21, 2023 shows the Jiangbei "Vertical Forest" project in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China. It is understood that the "vertical forest" can absorb 25 tons of carbon dioxide per year and release 60 kilograms of oxygen per day. The project consists of two vertical forest buildings with a height of 110 meters and 76 meters, which are adjacent to each other. Flowers and plants are integrated into the two tall buildings, and more than 2,000 trees and flowers are planted.

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Vertical Forest in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - OCTOBER 21, 2023 - Photo taken on Oct 21, 2023 shows the Jiangbei "Vertical Forest" project in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China. It is understood that the "vertical forest" can absorb 25 tons of carbon dioxide per year and release 60 kilograms of oxygen per day. The project consists of two vertical forest buildings with a height of 110 meters and 76 meters, which are adjacent to each other. Flowers and plants are integrated into the two tall buildings, and more than 2,000 trees and flowers are planted.

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Vertical Forest in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - OCTOBER 21, 2023 - Photo taken on Oct 21, 2023 shows the Jiangbei "Vertical Forest" project in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China. It is understood that the "vertical forest" can absorb 25 tons of carbon dioxide per year and release 60 kilograms of oxygen per day. The project consists of two vertical forest buildings with a height of 110 meters and 76 meters, which are adjacent to each other. Flowers and plants are integrated into the two tall buildings, and more than 2,000 trees and flowers are planted.

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Vertical Forest in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - OCTOBER 21, 2023 - Photo taken on Oct 21, 2023 shows the Jiangbei "Vertical Forest" project in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China. It is understood that the "vertical forest" can absorb 25 tons of carbon dioxide per year and release 60 kilograms of oxygen per day. The project consists of two vertical forest buildings with a height of 110 meters and 76 meters, which are adjacent to each other. Flowers and plants are integrated into the two tall buildings, and more than 2,000 trees and flowers are planted.

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Vertical Forest in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - OCTOBER 21, 2023 - Photo taken on Oct 21, 2023 shows the Jiangbei "Vertical Forest" project in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China. It is understood that the "vertical forest" can absorb 25 tons of carbon dioxide per year and release 60 kilograms of oxygen per day. The project consists of two vertical forest buildings with a height of 110 meters and 76 meters, which are adjacent to each other. Flowers and plants are integrated into the two tall buildings, and more than 2,000 trees and flowers are planted.

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Vertical Forest in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - OCTOBER 21, 2023 - Photo taken on Oct 21, 2023 shows the Jiangbei "Vertical Forest" project in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China. It is understood that the "vertical forest" can absorb 25 tons of carbon dioxide per year and release 60 kilograms of oxygen per day. The project consists of two vertical forest buildings with a height of 110 meters and 76 meters, which are adjacent to each other. Flowers and plants are integrated into the two tall buildings, and more than 2,000 trees and flowers are planted.

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Vertical Forest in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - OCTOBER 21, 2023 - Photo taken on Oct 21, 2023 shows the Jiangbei "Vertical Forest" project in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China. It is understood that the "vertical forest" can absorb 25 tons of carbon dioxide per year and release 60 kilograms of oxygen per day. The project consists of two vertical forest buildings with a height of 110 meters and 76 meters, which are adjacent to each other. Flowers and plants are integrated into the two tall buildings, and more than 2,000 trees and flowers are planted.

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Vertical Forest in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - OCTOBER 21, 2023 - Photo taken on Oct 21, 2023 shows the Jiangbei "Vertical Forest" project in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China. It is understood that the "vertical forest" can absorb 25 tons of carbon dioxide per year and release 60 kilograms of oxygen per day. The project consists of two vertical forest buildings with a height of 110 meters and 76 meters, which are adjacent to each other. Flowers and plants are integrated into the two tall buildings, and more than 2,000 trees and flowers are planted.

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Vertical Forest in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - OCTOBER 21, 2023 - Photo taken on Oct 21, 2023 shows the Jiangbei "Vertical Forest" project in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China. It is understood that the "vertical forest" can absorb 25 tons of carbon dioxide per year and release 60 kilograms of oxygen per day. The project consists of two vertical forest buildings with a height of 110 meters and 76 meters, which are adjacent to each other. Flowers and plants are integrated into the two tall buildings, and more than 2,000 trees and flowers are planted.

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Vertical Forest in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - OCTOBER 21, 2023 - Photo taken on Oct 21, 2023 shows the Jiangbei "Vertical Forest" project in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China. It is understood that the "vertical forest" can absorb 25 tons of carbon dioxide per year and release 60 kilograms of oxygen per day. The project consists of two vertical forest buildings with a height of 110 meters and 76 meters, which are adjacent to each other. Flowers and plants are integrated into the two tall buildings, and more than 2,000 trees and flowers are planted.

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Vertical Forest in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - OCTOBER 21, 2023 - Photo taken on Oct 21, 2023 shows the Jiangbei "Vertical Forest" project in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China. It is understood that the "vertical forest" can absorb 25 tons of carbon dioxide per year and release 60 kilograms of oxygen per day. The project consists of two vertical forest buildings with a height of 110 meters and 76 meters, which are adjacent to each other. Flowers and plants are integrated into the two tall buildings, and more than 2,000 trees and flowers are planted.

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Vertical Forest in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - OCTOBER 21, 2023 - Photo taken on Oct 21, 2023 shows the Jiangbei "Vertical Forest" project in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China. It is understood that the "vertical forest" can absorb 25 tons of carbon dioxide per year and release 60 kilograms of oxygen per day. The project consists of two vertical forest buildings with a height of 110 meters and 76 meters, which are adjacent to each other. Flowers and plants are integrated into the two tall buildings, and more than 2,000 trees and flowers are planted.

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Turkish police seize 500 kg meth in Istanbul

STORY: Turkish police seize 450 kg meth in Istanbul DATELINE: Aug. 21, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:27 LOCATION: ISTANBUL, Türkiye CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of police officers in operation 2. various of police officers unloading drugs 3. a photo of drugs seized from the operation STORYLINE: Five suspects, including a foreigner, were detained after almost 450 kilograms of methamphetamine was seized by Turkish anti-narcotics police in Istanbul, officials said on Monday. The operation comes as part of a probe into illicit trafficking of drugs. Acting on a tip-off, the police began tracking the suspects involved in drug trafficking and stopped a car and two trucks in Istanbul's Tuzla district, the governor's office said in a statement. During the search, the police found 447.5 kg of liquid narcotics drugs in 20 drums, the office said. Turkish security forces frequently launch operations against drug dealers as part of an ongoing nationwide crackdown on drug use and trafficking. Last month, the Istanbu

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Farmer from Chiba Pref. wins giant pumpkin competition

TAKAMATSU, Japan - Yoji Miyamoto poses with his giant pumpkin on Shodo Island in Kagawa Prefecture on Sept. 21, 2014, after the pumpkin weighing 458.1 kilograms won the giant pumpkin competition. Miyamto started growing giant pumpkins in Kamogawa, Chiba Prefecture, about eight years ago.

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Jumbo carp streamer unveiled in Saitama Pref.

KAZO, Japan - A fourth-generation jumbo carp streamer is unveiled at a ceremony in Kazo, Saitama Prefecture, on March 21, 2014. The 100-meter long streamer, made of polyester and weighing 330 kilograms, will replace the third-generation one made in 2003 and "swim" the skies every May in conjunction with the annual boy's festival.

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80kg of cocaine found on Japan coast

YOKOSUKA, Japan - Photo taken Nov. 21, 2013, shows the seashore in Yokosuka, south of Tokyo, where four backpacks containing roughly 80 kilograms of cocaine were discovered two days earlier in one of the largest finds of drugs in Japan.

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Gold Christmas tree

TOKYO, Japan - Tanaka Kikinzoku Jewelry K.K. displays a Christmas tree made with about 40 kilograms of pure gold at its Ginza outlet in Tokyo on Nov. 21, 2012. The 2.4-meter-tall tree is priced at 350 million yen.

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Gold Christmas tree

TOKYO, Japan - Tanaka Kikinzoku Jewelry K.K. displays a Christmas tree made with about 40 kilograms of pure gold at its Ginza outlet in Tokyo on Nov. 21, 2012. The 2.4-meter-tall tree is priced at 350 million yen.

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Christmas tree made of pure gold

OSAKA, Japan - A woman stands by the Christmas tree made of 21 kilograms of pure gold at a precious metal shop in Osaka's Chuo Ward on Nov. 9. The tree, which is 1.5 meters high and worth 10 million yen, will go on sale at the shop from Nov. 11 to Dec. 25. If no one buys it during that period, it will be melted down for reuse.

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World's largest photo collection completed

TOKYO, Japan - Four persons try to turn over a page on what is claimed to be the world's largest photo collection just completed by Japanese photographer Rowland Kirishima. The book, whose cover measures 3.07 meters tall and 3.42 meters wide, was unveiled during an event marking the release of a new Mazda car held in Tokyo on July 21. The whole book weighs about 350 kilograms. Organizers of the event said they plan to apply to Guinness World Records for registration as the world's largest photo collection.

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(2)25 new wrestlers clear 1st stage of exams

TOKYO, Japan - Masatsugu Onishi, the 2002 amateur yokozuna, is among 25 newcomers to pass the first stage of physicals on Jan 6 to become a new wrestler at the upcoming New Year Grand Sumo Tournament. Onishi, 21, who belongs to the Oguruma stable, cleared the height and weight requirements of 173 centimeters and 75 kilograms.

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Biped robot capable of carrying man developed

TOKYO, Japan - A bipedal, chair-shaped robot developed by Waseda University and Fukuoka Prefecture robotics firm tmsuk Co. carries a model at the university in Tokyo on Nov. 21. The robot, which is 1.2 meters tall and weighs 60 kilograms, can walk at a speed of about 1 kilometer per hour.

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Takushoku Univ.'s Morishita to turn pro at Osaka sumo tourney

TOKYO, Japan - Takushoku University sumo wrestler Norikatsu Morishita (L) shakes hands with stablemaster Oguruma, former ozeki Kotokaze, after deciding to join the Oguruma Stable on Feb. 21. The 22-year-old Morishita, who stands 1.8 meters tall and weighs 135 kilograms, will turn professional in the upcoming Spring Grand Sumo Tournament that starts in Osaka on March 9.

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Japanese volunteers cheer up Palestinian refugees

BETHLEHEM, West Bank - Palestinian children at refugee camps are given cakes by the Japan International Volunteer Center at a peace center in front of the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem on Dec. 21. The Japanese volunteer group handed out about 75 kilograms of cakes to refugee children in a bid to boost their spirits amid intensifying conflict between Israel and Palestinians.

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Shinohara dropped by Russian

MUNICH, Germany - Two-time world champion Shinichi Shinohara (L) of Japan reacts July 26 at Olympic Hall in Munich after being defeated by Russian Alexandre Mikhaylin at his fourth match at 100 kilograms in the world judo championships. Mikhaylin, 21, tossed Shinohara just 14 seconds into the heavyweight quarterfinal.

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Honda to rent out ASIMO humanoid robots

TOKYO, Japan - New ASIMO humanoid robots which Honda Motor Co. plans to begin renting out next fall are on display at the company's head office in Tokyo on Dec. 21. Honda said the robots, 120 centimeters tall and weighing 43 kilograms, can walk 1.6 kilometers per hour.

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1.9-meter-high giant hybrid rice ready for harvest in Guizhou, China

STORY: 1.9-meter-high giant hybrid rice ready for harvest in Guizhou, China DATELINE: Sept. 18, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:21 LOCATION: GUIYANG, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. aerial views of Guizhou's rice fields 2. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): SHI XICHANG, Local farmer 3. various of people cultivating rice fields 4. various of hybrid rice plants STORYLINE: In Sanzhou Village of Rongjiang County in southwest China's Guizhou Province, a giant hybrid rice variety is entering harvest season. The giant hybrid rice variety, which can grow 1.9 meters tall, was sown on four mu (0.27 hectares) of pilot rice paddies this May. China has completely independent intellectual property rights of giant hybrid rice. The height of giant hybrid rice ranges from 1.8 to 2.2 meters. Its height doubles that of ordinary rice. Giant hybrid rice has large ears and more grains. Its yield in a single season is expected to reach 1,200 kilograms per mu (0.0667 hectares). With high resistance to drought, seawater and salinity, giant

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Kenya wildlife rangers participate in continental challenge

STORY: Kenya wildlife rangers participate in continental challenge DATELINE: Sept. 18, 2022 LENGTH: 0:02:30 LOCATION: Nairobi CATEGORY: SPORTS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the marathon 2. SOUNDBITE (English): SAMWEL LEKIMARORO, Head Ranger, LEWA conservancy 3. various of the marathon STORYLINE: Over 100 ranger teams across Africa have participated in 2022 Wildlife Ranger Challenge, a multi-million dollar fundraising initiative, culminating in a 21-km half marathon on Saturday. In Kenya, the event took place at the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in the northern part of the country with two teams, each having 4 participants. The rangers did the 21-kilometer run carrying a weight of 22 kilograms each across the rough terrain. Other major challenges included sit-ups, push-ups and quizzes. The main purpose of the challenge is to showcase the different challenges rangers go through as they carry out their daily duties and also to raise money for conservation. SOUNDBITE (English): SAMWEL LEKIMARORO, Head Ranger, LEWA

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Giant panda twins celebrate 1st birthday at Madrid zoo

STORY: Giant panda twins celebrate 1st birthday at Madrid zoo DATELINE: Sept. 10, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:21 LOCATION: Madrid CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of panda twins 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Spanish): ALEJANDRO CABRERA, Panda carer at Madrid Zoo 3. various of panda twins' first public appearance 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Spanish): ALEJANDRO CABRERA, Panda carer at Madrid Zoo 5. various of panda twins STORYLINE: The Madrid Zoo celebrated the first birthday of the panda twins, "You You" and "Jiu Jiu," on Friday with a special birthday cake made of bamboo and some of their favorite fruits. The birthday celebrations marked the start of Giant Panda Month at the zoo, which will see lots of special panda-based activities. Born in Madrid Zoo Aquarium, "You You" and "Jiu Jiu" made their first public appearance in March in an event attended by Queen Sofia of Spain and Chinese Ambassador to Spain Wu Haitao. The cubs have thrived in Madrid. From an initial weight of around 200 grams, they have grown to 30 kilograms each. SO

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Japanese volunteers cheer up Palestinian refugees

BETHLEHEM, West Bank - Palestinian children at refugee camps are given cakes by the Japan International Volunteer Center at a peace center in front of the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem on Dec. 21. The Japanese volunteer group handed out about 75 kilograms of cakes to refugee children in a bid to boost their spirits amid intensifying conflict between Israel and Palestinians.

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Honda to begin leasing assisted-walking device

Photo shows an assisted-walking device developed by Honda Motor Co. The Japanese company said on July 21, 2015, that it will begin leasing the device in November for use in rehabilitation to hospitals and rehabilitation facilities. The device, which weighs 2.7 kilograms including a battery, is attached to a user's hips and thighs to help them walk. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Bamboos presented to giant panda "Meimei" at Adventure World

The giant panda "Meimei" eats bamboo at Adventure World, a theme park which combines a zoo, an aquarium and an amusement park in the town of Shirahama, Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on June 21, 2015 after about 30 kilograms of bamboo were presented to him as a gift for Father's Day. The age of Meimei, who has been raised at the facility since 1994, is equivalent to about 70 years in human life. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Christmas tree made of pure gold

OSAKA, Japan - A woman stands by the Christmas tree made of 21 kilograms of pure gold at a precious metal shop in Osaka's Chuo Ward on Nov. 9. The tree, which is 1.5 meters high and worth 10 million yen, will go on sale at the shop from Nov. 11 to Dec. 25. If no one buys it during that period, it will be melted down for reuse. (Kyodo)

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(2)25 new wrestlers clear 1st stage of exams

TOKYO, Japan - Masatsugu Onishi, the 2002 amateur yokozuna, is among 25 newcomers to pass the first stage of physicals on Jan 6 to become a new wrestler at the upcoming New Year Grand Sumo Tournament. Onishi, 21, who belongs to the Oguruma stable, cleared the height and weight requirements of 173 centimeters and 75 kilograms. (Kyodo)

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Halls for Daijosai imperial rite dismantled

Timber used in the Daijokyu Halls, which was built especially for the Daijosai thanksgiving ceremony performed by Japanese Emperor Naruhito as a key imperial succession rite in November 2019, is burned on the Imperial Palace grounds in Tokyo on Feb. 21, 2020. About 300 kilograms of timber were burned following tradition, while the rest, as much as possible, will be recycled. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Halls for Daijosai imperial rite dismantled

Timber used in the Daijokyu Halls, which was built especially for the Daijosai thanksgiving ceremony performed by Japanese Emperor Naruhito as a key imperial succession rite in November 2019, is burned on the Imperial Palace grounds in Tokyo on Feb. 21, 2020. About 300 kilograms of timber were burned following tradition, while the rest, as much as possible, will be recycled. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Halls for Daijosai imperial rite dismantled

Timber used in the Daijokyu Halls, which was built especially for the Daijosai thanksgiving ceremony performed by Japanese Emperor Naruhito as a key imperial succession rite in November 2019, is burned on the Imperial Palace grounds in Tokyo on Feb. 21, 2020. About 300 kilograms of timber were burned following tradition, while the rest, as much as possible, will be recycled. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Sumo: Russian wrestler Orora

Sumo wrestler Orora (R) from Russia defeats Kiryu in his last match before retiring at the Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on Sept. 21, 2018. Orora weighs about 290 kilograms, the heaviest among sumo wrestlers. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Sumo: Russian wrestler Orora

Sumo wrestler Orora from Russia heads to his last match before retiring at the Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on Sept. 21, 2018. Orora weighs about 290 kilograms, the heaviest among sumo wrestlers. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Single pilot solar plane holds test flights in Hokkaido

A single pilot solar plane flies at Takikawa Sky Park in Takikawa in Japan's northernmost main island of Hokkaido, on Aug. 21, 2017. The SP-1, a small aircraft weighing 86 kilograms with a wingspan of about 18 meters and a fuselage about 9 meters in length, was jointly built by Japanese aircraft-maker Olympos and engineering students. The plane successfully flew at an 11-meter altitude during test flights. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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World's largest photo collection completed

TOKYO, Japan - Four persons try to turn over a page on what is claimed to be the world's largest photo collection just completed by Japanese photographer Rowland Kirishima. The book, whose cover measures 3.07 meters tall and 3.42 meters wide, was unveiled during an event marking the release of a new Mazda car held in Tokyo on July 21. The whole book weighs about 350 kilograms. Organizers of the event said they plan to apply to Guinness World Records for registration as the world's largest photo collection. (Kyodo)

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Biped robot capable of carrying man developed

TOKYO, Japan - A bipedal, chair-shaped robot developed by Waseda University and Fukuoka Prefecture robotics firm tmsuk Co. carries a model at the university in Tokyo on Nov. 21. The robot, which is 1.2 meters tall and weighs 60 kilograms, can walk at a speed of about 1 kilometer per hour. (Kyodo)