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SERES AUTO Phoenix Smart Factory in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - JULY 21, 2024 - SERES Automotive Phoenix Smart Factory in Chongqing, China, July 21, 2024. Recently, SERES disclosed the semi-annual report performance forecast for 2024, and the company is expected to achieve revenue of 63.09 billion yuan to 66.01 billion yuan in the half year of 2024, an increase of 479% to 498%; The net profit attributable to shareholders of listed companies is expected to be 1.39 billion yuan to 1.70 billion yuan in the first half of the year.

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SERES AUTO Phoenix Smart Factory in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - JULY 21, 2024 - SERES Automotive Phoenix Smart Factory in Chongqing, China, July 21, 2024. Recently, SERES disclosed the semi-annual report performance forecast for 2024, and the company is expected to achieve revenue of 63.09 billion yuan to 66.01 billion yuan in the half year of 2024, an increase of 479% to 498%; The net profit attributable to shareholders of listed companies is expected to be 1.39 billion yuan to 1.70 billion yuan in the first half of the year.

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SERES AUTO Phoenix Smart Factory in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - JULY 21, 2024 - SERES Automotive Phoenix Smart Factory in Chongqing, China, July 21, 2024. Recently, SERES disclosed the semi-annual report performance forecast for 2024, and the company is expected to achieve revenue of 63.09 billion yuan to 66.01 billion yuan in the half year of 2024, an increase of 479% to 498%; The net profit attributable to shareholders of listed companies is expected to be 1.39 billion yuan to 1.70 billion yuan in the first half of the year.

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SERES AUTO Phoenix Smart Factory in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - JULY 21, 2024 - New energy vehicles are piled up at the Phoenix Smart Factory of SERES Automobile in Chongqing, China, July 21, 2024. Recently, SERES disclosed the semi-annual report performance forecast for 2024, and the company is expected to achieve revenue of 63.09 billion yuan to 66.01 billion yuan in the half year of 2024, an increase of 479% to 498%; The net profit attributable to shareholders of listed companies is expected to be 1.39 billion yuan to 1.70 billion yuan in the first half of the year.

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SERES AUTO Phoenix Smart Factory in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - JULY 21, 2024 - SERES Automotive Phoenix Smart Factory in Chongqing, China, July 21, 2024. Recently, SERES disclosed the semi-annual report performance forecast for 2024, and the company is expected to achieve revenue of 63.09 billion yuan to 66.01 billion yuan in the half year of 2024, an increase of 479% to 498%; The net profit attributable to shareholders of listed companies is expected to be 1.39 billion yuan to 1.70 billion yuan in the first half of the year.

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SERES AUTO Phoenix Smart Factory in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - JULY 21, 2024 - SERES Automotive Phoenix Smart Factory in Chongqing, China, July 21, 2024. Recently, SERES disclosed the semi-annual report performance forecast for 2024, and the company is expected to achieve revenue of 63.09 billion yuan to 66.01 billion yuan in the half year of 2024, an increase of 479% to 498%; The net profit attributable to shareholders of listed companies is expected to be 1.39 billion yuan to 1.70 billion yuan in the first half of the year.

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SERES AUTO Phoenix Smart Factory in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - JULY 21, 2024 - New energy vehicles are piled up at the Phoenix Smart Factory of SERES Automobile in Chongqing, China, July 21, 2024. Recently, SERES disclosed the semi-annual report performance forecast for 2024, and the company is expected to achieve revenue of 63.09 billion yuan to 66.01 billion yuan in the half year of 2024, an increase of 479% to 498%; The net profit attributable to shareholders of listed companies is expected to be 1.39 billion yuan to 1.70 billion yuan in the first half of the year.

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SERES AUTO Phoenix Smart Factory in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - JULY 21, 2024 - SERES Automotive Phoenix Smart Factory in Chongqing, China, July 21, 2024. Recently, SERES disclosed the semi-annual report performance forecast for 2024, and the company is expected to achieve revenue of 63.09 billion yuan to 66.01 billion yuan in the half year of 2024, an increase of 479% to 498%; The net profit attributable to shareholders of listed companies is expected to be 1.39 billion yuan to 1.70 billion yuan in the first half of the year.

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SERES AUTO Phoenix Smart Factory in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - JULY 21, 2024 - New energy vehicles are piled up at the Phoenix Smart Factory of SERES Automobile in Chongqing, China, July 21, 2024. Recently, SERES disclosed the semi-annual report performance forecast for 2024, and the company is expected to achieve revenue of 63.09 billion yuan to 66.01 billion yuan in the half year of 2024, an increase of 479% to 498%; The net profit attributable to shareholders of listed companies is expected to be 1.39 billion yuan to 1.70 billion yuan in the first half of the year.

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SERES AUTO Phoenix Smart Factory in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - JULY 21, 2024 - SERES Automotive Phoenix Smart Factory in Chongqing, China, July 21, 2024. Recently, SERES disclosed the semi-annual report performance forecast for 2024, and the company is expected to achieve revenue of 63.09 billion yuan to 66.01 billion yuan in the half year of 2024, an increase of 479% to 498%; The net profit attributable to shareholders of listed companies is expected to be 1.39 billion yuan to 1.70 billion yuan in the first half of the year.

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Chinese-made engineering vehicles exported to BRI partner countries leave Tianjin Port

STORY: Chinese-made engineering vehicles exported to BRI partner countries leave Tianjin Port SHOOTING TIME: May 15, 2024 DATELINE: May 17, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:37 LOCATION: TIANJIN, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the cargo on the ship 2. various of Chinese border police working on the ship STORYLINE: A Panamanian cargo ship carrying 479 Chinese-made engineering vehicles left Tianjin Port in China for Djibouti on Wednesday. The vehicles include dump trucks, tractors, oil tank semi-trailers, and water sprinklers. This is the largest batch of Chinese-made engineering vehicles exported to Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) partner countries by a single ship from Tianjin Port this year. A "green channel" was activated to ensure its smooth customs clearance. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Tianjin, China. (XHTV)

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Egypt issues 3.5-bln-yuan sustainable panda bonds

STORY: Egypt issues 3.5-bln-yuan sustainable panda bonds DATELINE: Oct. 17, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:45 LOCATION: Cairo CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Egypt's Finance Ministry 2. various of the Central Bank of Egypt 3. various of Egyptian banknotes STORYLINE: Egypt issued on Monday sustainable panda bonds in the Chinese financial market in the amount of about 3.5 billion yuan (nearly 479 million U.S. dollars). In a statement, Egyptian Finance Minister Mohamed Maait said the issuance has a maturity of three years with a coupon rate of 3.5 percent. He explained that the issuance is backed by a credit guarantee provided by international development banks with high credit ratings, such as the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank and the African Development Bank. Maait noted that Egypt is the first country in the Middle East and North Africa to issue sustainable panda bonds, adding that it succeeded in attracting many Chinese investors. The minister said the issuance serves as a new portal for achievin

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CHINA-SHANDONG-QUFU-ANNIVERSARY-CONFUCIUS-BIRTH (CN)

(230928) -- QUFU, Sept. 28, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A ceremony is held to commemorate the 2,574th anniversary of the birth of the ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, Sept. 28, 2023. Confucius (551 B.C.-479 B.C.), an educator and thinker of ancient China, has influenced countless generations of Chinese society. TO GO WITH "Across China: Confucian ideas become more popular in digital era" (Xinhua/Guo Xulei)

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CHINA-SHANDONG-QUFU-ANNIVERSARY-CONFUCIUS-BIRTH (CN)

(230928) -- QUFU, Sept. 28, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A ceremony is held to commemorate the 2,574th anniversary of the birth of the ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, Sept. 28, 2023. Confucius (551 B.C.-479 B.C.), an educator and thinker of ancient China, has influenced countless generations of Chinese society. TO GO WITH "Across China: Confucian ideas become more popular in digital era" (Xinhua/Guo Xulei)

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CHINA-SHANDONG-QUFU-ANNIVERSARY-CONFUCIUS-BIRTH (CN)

(230928) -- QUFU, Sept. 28, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A ceremony is held to commemorate the 2,574th anniversary of the birth of the ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, Sept. 28, 2023. Confucius (551 B.C.-479 B.C.), an educator and thinker of ancient China, has influenced countless generations of Chinese society. TO GO WITH "Across China: Confucian ideas become more popular in digital era" (Xinhua/Guo Xulei)

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CHINA-SHANDONG-QUFU-ANNIVERSARY-CONFUCIUS-BIRTH (CN)

(230928) -- QUFU, Sept. 28, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A ceremony is held to commemorate the 2,574th anniversary of the birth of the ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, Sept. 28, 2023. Confucius (551 B.C.-479 B.C.), an educator and thinker of ancient China, has influenced countless generations of Chinese society. TO GO WITH "Across China: Confucian ideas become more popular in digital era" (Xinhua/Guo Xulei)

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CHINA-SHANDONG-QUFU-ANNIVERSARY-CONFUCIUS-BIRTH (CN)

(230928) -- QUFU, Sept. 28, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A ceremony is held to commemorate the 2,574th anniversary of the birth of the ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, Sept. 28, 2023. Confucius (551 B.C.-479 B.C.), an educator and thinker of ancient China, has influenced countless generations of Chinese society. TO GO WITH "Across China: Confucian ideas become more popular in digital era" (Xinhua/Guo Xulei)

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CHINA-SHANDONG-QUFU-ANNIVERSARY-CONFUCIUS-BIRTH (CN)

(230928) -- QUFU, Sept. 28, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A ceremony is held to commemorate the 2,574th anniversary of the birth of the ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, Sept. 28, 2023. Confucius (551 B.C.-479 B.C.), an educator and thinker of ancient China, has influenced countless generations of Chinese society. TO GO WITH "Across China: Confucian ideas become more popular in digital era" (Xinhua/Guo Xulei)

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CHINA-SHANDONG-QUFU-ANNIVERSARY-CONFUCIUS-BIRTH (CN)

(230928) -- QUFU, Sept. 28, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A ceremony is held to commemorate the 2,574th anniversary of the birth of the ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, Sept. 28, 2023. Confucius (551 B.C.-479 B.C.), an educator and thinker of ancient China, has influenced countless generations of Chinese society. TO GO WITH "Across China: Confucian ideas become more popular in digital era" (Xinhua/Guo Xulei)

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CHINA-SHANDONG-QUFU-NISHAN FORUM ON WORLD CIVILIZATIONS-HANDICRAFTS (CN)

(230926) -- QUFU, Sept. 26, 2023 (Xinhua) -- An exhibitor promotes a hand-woven figurine at a handicraft exhibition during the Ninth Nishan Forum on World Civilizations in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, Sept. 26, 2023. Held from Tuesday to Thursday in the city of Qufu, the birthplace of ancient Chinese sage Confucius (551 B.C.-479 B.C.), the forum offers a platform for renowned scholars and experts in cultural studies to forge better understanding on enhancing dialogues among different cultures. (Xinhua/Guo Xulei)

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CHINA-SHANDONG-QUFU-NISHAN FORUM ON WORLD CIVILIZATIONS-HANDICRAFTS (CN)

(230926) -- QUFU, Sept. 26, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People visit a handicraft exhibition during the Ninth Nishan Forum on World Civilizations in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, Sept. 26, 2023. Held from Tuesday to Thursday in the city of Qufu, the birthplace of ancient Chinese sage Confucius (551 B.C.-479 B.C.), the forum offers a platform for renowned scholars and experts in cultural studies to forge better understanding on enhancing dialogues among different cultures. (Xinhua/Guo Xulei)

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CHINA-SHANDONG-QUFU-NISHAN FORUM ON WORLD CIVILIZATIONS-HANDICRAFTS (CN)

(230926) -- QUFU, Sept. 26, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A staff member displays a dough modelling art work during the Ninth Nishan Forum on World Civilizations in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, Sept. 26, 2023. Held from Tuesday to Thursday in the city of Qufu, the birthplace of ancient Chinese sage Confucius (551 B.C.-479 B.C.), the forum offers a platform for renowned scholars and experts in cultural studies to forge better understanding on enhancing dialogues among different cultures. (Xinhua/Guo Xulei)

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CHINA-SHANDONG-QUFU-NISHAN FORUM ON WORLD CIVILIZATIONS-HANDICRAFTS (CN)

(230926) -- QUFU, Sept. 26, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A woman visits a handicraft exhibition during the Ninth Nishan Forum on World Civilizations in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, Sept. 26, 2023. Held from Tuesday to Thursday in the city of Qufu, the birthplace of ancient Chinese sage Confucius (551 B.C.-479 B.C.), the forum offers a platform for renowned scholars and experts in cultural studies to forge better understanding on enhancing dialogues among different cultures. (Xinhua/Guo Xulei)

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CHINA-SHANDONG-QUFU-NISHAN FORUM ON WORLD CIVILIZATIONS-HANDICRAFTS (CN)

(230926) -- QUFU, Sept. 26, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A staff member displays tiger-themed clay figurines during the Ninth Nishan Forum on World Civilizations in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, Sept. 26, 2023. Held from Tuesday to Thursday in the city of Qufu, the birthplace of ancient Chinese sage Confucius (551 B.C.-479 B.C.), the forum offers a platform for renowned scholars and experts in cultural studies to forge better understanding on enhancing dialogues among different cultures. (Xinhua/Guo Xulei)

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CHINA-SHANDONG-QUFU-NISHAN FORUM ON WORLD CIVILIZATIONS-HANDICRAFTS (CN)

(230926) -- QUFU, Sept. 26, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People visit a handicraft exhibition during the Ninth Nishan Forum on World Civilizations in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, Sept. 26, 2023. Held from Tuesday to Thursday in the city of Qufu, the birthplace of ancient Chinese sage Confucius (551 B.C.-479 B.C.), the forum offers a platform for renowned scholars and experts in cultural studies to forge better understanding on enhancing dialogues among different cultures. (Xinhua/Guo Xulei)

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CHINA-SHANDONG-QUFU-NISHAN FORUM ON WORLD CIVILIZATIONS-HANDICRAFTS (CN)

(230926) -- QUFU, Sept. 26, 2023 (Xinhua) -- An exhibitor introduces a Caozhou dough figurine to visitors at a handicraft exhibition during the Ninth Nishan Forum on World Civilizations in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, Sept. 26, 2023. Held from Tuesday to Thursday in the city of Qufu, the birthplace of ancient Chinese sage Confucius (551 B.C.-479 B.C.), the forum offers a platform for renowned scholars and experts in cultural studies to forge better understanding on enhancing dialogues among different cultures. (Xinhua/Guo Xulei)

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A glimpse of Nishan Sacredland at Confucius's birthplace in China's Shandong

STORY: A glimpse of Nishan Sacredland at Confucius's birthplace in China's Shandong DATELINE: June 27, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:36 LOCATION: JINAN, China CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of Nishan Sacredland STORYLINE: The Nishan Sacredland, a cultural tourism destination, is located in Qufu City, the birthplace of Confucius, in east China's Shandong Province. Confucius (551-479 B.C.), an educator and thinker, has influenced countless generations of Chinese society. With a giant statue of Confucius and a study center, the Nishan Sacredland has become a comprehensive cultural base for tourism, recreation, cultural exchange and education. The World Internet Conference Nishan Dialogue on Digital Civilization is being held here from June 25 to 27 this year. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Jinan, China. (XHTV)

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China parliamentary session wraps up

BEIJING, China - A digital screen in the Great Hall of the People shows the result of a vote on a report on the activities of the Supreme People's Court on March 14, 2010, the last day of the National People's Congress. More than 20 percent of the 2,909 attendees, including 479 opponents, chose not to back the report, a tally reflecting strong disappointment.

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Koizumi reelected premier in Diet

TOKYO, Japan - Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi, who also serves as president of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, is applauded by House of Representatives members at the lower house plenary session on Nov. 19 after being reelected premier. Of the 479 votes cast in the 480-seat lower house, 281 were for Koizumi.

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Maltese version of Analects of Confucius makes debut at book festival

STORY: Maltese version of Analects of Confucius makes debut at book festival DATELINE: Nov. 24, 2022 LENGTH: 0:01:31 LOCATION: Valletta CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the book festival and the booth for The Analects of Confucius STORYLINE: A Maltese version of The Analects of Confucius made its debut at the 2022 Malta Book Festival on Wednesday. The new book was presented by Malta's SKS Publishers at the event, which is set to last until Sunday. Joe Borg, executive secretary of SKS, told Xinhua at the festival that the company had collaborated with Chinese publisher Shandong Friendship Publishing House on the book. The Analects of Confucius, or Lunyu in Chinese, is a collection of ideas and sayings from the ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius (551 B.C.-479 B.C.). It has now been translated into Maltese for the first time. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Valletta. (XHTV)

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CHINA-SHANDONG-QUFU-CONFUCIUS-ANNIVERSARY CEREMONY (CN)

(220928) -- QUFU, Sept. 28, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A ceremony marking the 2,573rd birth anniversary of Confucius is held at Confucius Temple in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, Sept. 28, 2022. An educator and philosopher, Confucius (551-479 B.C.), who founded a school of thought known as Confucianism, profoundly influenced later generations of Chinese society. He was also the first to set up private schools in China that enrolled students from different social classes. (Xinhua/Li Ziheng)

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CHINA-SHANDONG-QUFU-CONFUCIUS-ANNIVERSARY CEREMONY (CN)

(220928) -- QUFU, Sept. 28, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A ceremony marking the 2,573rd birth anniversary of Confucius is held at Confucius Temple in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, Sept. 28, 2022. An educator and philosopher, Confucius (551-479 B.C.), who founded a school of thought known as Confucianism, profoundly influenced later generations of Chinese society. He was also the first to set up private schools in China that enrolled students from different social classes. (Xinhua/Li Ziheng)

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CHINA-SHANDONG-QUFU-CONFUCIUS-ANNIVERSARY CEREMONY (CN)

(220928) -- QUFU, Sept. 28, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A ceremony marking the 2,573rd birth anniversary of Confucius is held at Confucius Temple in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, Sept. 28, 2022. An educator and philosopher, Confucius (551-479 B.C.), who founded a school of thought known as Confucianism, profoundly influenced later generations of Chinese society. He was also the first to set up private schools in China that enrolled students from different social classes. (Xinhua/Li Ziheng)

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CHINA-SHANDONG-QUFU-CONFUCIUS-ANNIVERSARY CEREMONY (CN)

(220928) -- QUFU, Sept. 28, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A ceremony marking the 2,573rd birth anniversary of Confucius is held at Confucius Temple in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, Sept. 28, 2022. An educator and philosopher, Confucius (551-479 B.C.), who founded a school of thought known as Confucianism, profoundly influenced later generations of Chinese society. He was also the first to set up private schools in China that enrolled students from different social classes. (Xinhua/Li Ziheng)

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CHINA-SHANDONG-QUFU-CONFUCIUS-ANNIVERSARY CEREMONY (CN)

(220928) -- QUFU, Sept. 28, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A ceremony marking the 2,573rd birth anniversary of Confucius is held at Confucius Temple in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, Sept. 28, 2022. An educator and philosopher, Confucius (551-479 B.C.), who founded a school of thought known as Confucianism, profoundly influenced later generations of Chinese society. He was also the first to set up private schools in China that enrolled students from different social classes. (Xinhua/Li Ziheng)

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CHINA-SHANDONG-QUFU-CONFUCIUS-ANNIVERSARY CEREMONY (CN)

(220928) -- QUFU, Sept. 28, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A ceremony marking the 2,573rd birth anniversary of Confucius is held at Confucius Temple in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, Sept. 28, 2022. An educator and philosopher, Confucius (551-479 B.C.), who founded a school of thought known as Confucianism, profoundly influenced later generations of Chinese society. He was also the first to set up private schools in China that enrolled students from different social classes. (Xinhua/Li Ziheng)

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CHINA-SHANDONG-QUFU-CONFUCIUS-ANNIVERSARY CEREMONY (CN)

(220928) -- QUFU, Sept. 28, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A ceremony marking the 2,573rd birth anniversary of Confucius is held at Confucius Temple in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, Sept. 28, 2022. An educator and philosopher, Confucius (551-479 B.C.), who founded a school of thought known as Confucianism, profoundly influenced later generations of Chinese society. He was also the first to set up private schools in China that enrolled students from different social classes. (Xinhua/Li Ziheng)

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CHINA-SHANDONG-QUFU-CONFUCIUS-ANNIVERSARY CEREMONY (CN)

(220928) -- QUFU, Sept. 28, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Aerial photo taken on Sept. 28, 2022 shows a ceremony marking the 2,573rd birth anniversary of Confucius held at Confucius Temple in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province. An educator and philosopher, Confucius (551-479 B.C.), who founded a school of thought known as Confucianism, profoundly influenced later generations of Chinese society. He was also the first to set up private schools in China that enrolled students from different social classes. (Xinhua/Li Ziheng)

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CHINA-SHANDONG-QUFU-CONFUCIUS-ANNIVERSARY CEREMONY (CN)

(220928) -- QUFU, Sept. 28, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A ceremony marking the 2,573rd birth anniversary of Confucius is held at Confucius Temple in Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, Sept. 28, 2022. An educator and philosopher, Confucius (551-479 B.C.), who founded a school of thought known as Confucianism, profoundly influenced later generations of Chinese society. He was also the first to set up private schools in China that enrolled students from different social classes. (Xinhua/Li Ziheng)

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Confucianism forum held in Confucius's birthplace

STORY: Confucianism forum held in Confucius's birthplace DATELINE: Sept. 28, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:03 LOCATION: QUFU, China CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the forum 2. SOUNDBITE (English): ROGER T. AMES, Professor with Peking University STORYLINE: A forum on Confucianism opened on Tuesday in the city of Qufu, east China's Shandong Province, the birthplace of the Chinese philosopher Confucius (551-479 B.C.), to discuss the ancient wisdom of Confucianism and explore the future of human beings. The forum coincided with the 2022 China (Qufu) International Confucius Cultural Festival, attracting more than 200 scholars at home and abroad at the opening ceremony. Themed "the Diversity of Human Civilizations and Shared Values of Mankind," the two-day event features high-level dialogues and a series of activities to boost international cooperation and development. SOUNDBITE (English): ROGER T. AMES, Professor with Peking University "Traversing any and all national, ethnic and religious boundaries, this p

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Alvin And The Chipmunks: The S (2009)

Simon Film: Alvin And The Chipmunks: The Squeakquel (USA 2009) Director: Betty Thomas 11 December 2009 ATS-479 Matthew Gray Gubler as the voice of Simon. Date: 11 December 2009

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Nikkei extends record new year losing streak to 6 days on China woes

People walk by a world stock price board in Tokyo on Jan. 12, 2016, with the Nikkei Stock Average (top C) showing a loss of 479 points, or 2.7 percent. The Nikkei extended its longest-ever new year losing streak to six sessions. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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China parliamentary session wraps up

BEIJING, China - A digital screen in the Great Hall of the People shows the result of a vote on a report on the activities of the Supreme People's Court on March 14, 2010, the last day of the National People's Congress. More than 20 percent of the 2,909 attendees, including 479 opponents, chose not to back the report, a tally reflecting strong disappointment. (Kyodo)

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Koizumi reelected premier in Diet

TOKYO, Japan - Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi, who also serves as president of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, is applauded by House of Representatives members at the lower house plenary session on Nov. 19 after being reelected premier. Of the 479 votes cast in the 480-seat lower house, 281 were for Koizumi. (Kyodo)