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US: Brush Fire Erupts In Del Mar Heights, San Diego 3

A brush fire erupted in the Del Mar Heights neighborhood in San Diego on Tuesday morning, June 25. The fire near Mira Montana Drive off Del Mar Heights Road prompted the mandatory evacuation of 2,500 residents from the area. The fire's forward progress was stopped by about 5:30 p.m. and all evacuation orders and warnings have been lifted by 7:20 p.m.

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CHINA-GANSU-DUNHUANG-TOURISM (CN)

(240317) -- DUNHUANG, March 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit a museum in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province, March 17, 2024. Dunhuang has received a total of 336,000 tourists from Jan. 1 to March 16 this year, an increase of 86.6 percent over the same period in 2023. (Xinhua/Zhang Zhimin)

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CHINA-GANSU-DUNHUANG-TOURISM (CN)

(240317) -- DUNHUANG, March 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit the Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring scenic spot in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province, March 16, 2024. Dunhuang has received a total of 336,000 tourists from Jan. 1 to March 16 this year, an increase of 86.6 percent over the same period in 2023. (Xinhua/Zhang Zhimin)

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CHINA-GANSU-DUNHUANG-TOURISM (CN)

(240317) -- DUNHUANG, March 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit the Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province, March 15, 2024. Dunhuang has received a total of 336,000 tourists from Jan. 1 to March 16 this year, an increase of 86.6 percent over the same period in 2023. (Xinhua/Zhang Zhimin)

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CHINA-GANSU-DUNHUANG-TOURISM (CN)

(240317) -- DUNHUANG, March 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit the Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province, March 16, 2024. Dunhuang has received a total of 336,000 tourists from Jan. 1 to March 16 this year, an increase of 86.6 percent over the same period in 2023. (Xinhua/Zhang Zhimin)

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CHINA-GANSU-DUNHUANG-TOURISM (CN)

(240317) -- DUNHUANG, March 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Spectators watch a drama in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province, March 16, 2024. Dunhuang has received a total of 336,000 tourists from Jan. 1 to March 16 this year, an increase of 86.6 percent over the same period in 2023. (Xinhua/Zhang Zhimin)

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CHINA-GANSU-DUNHUANG-TOURISM (CN)

(240317) -- DUNHUANG, March 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit a museum in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province, March 17, 2024. Dunhuang has received a total of 336,000 tourists from Jan. 1 to March 16 this year, an increase of 86.6 percent over the same period in 2023. (Xinhua/Zhang Zhimin)

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CHINA-GANSU-DUNHUANG-TOURISM (CN)

(240317) -- DUNHUANG, March 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Actresses perform a drama in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province, March 16, 2024. Dunhuang has received a total of 336,000 tourists from Jan. 1 to March 16 this year, an increase of 86.6 percent over the same period in 2023. (Xinhua/Zhang Zhimin)

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CHINA-GANSU-DUNHUANG-TOURISM (CN)

(240317) -- DUNHUANG, March 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Tourists ride camels at the Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring scenic spot in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province, March 16, 2024. Dunhuang has received a total of 336,000 tourists from Jan. 1 to March 16 this year, an increase of 86.6 percent over the same period in 2023. (Xinhua/Zhang Zhimin)

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CHINA-GUANGDONG-HONG KONG-MACAO-GREATER BAY AREA-DEVELOPMENT (CN)

(240217) -- GUANGZHOU, Feb. 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Artists perform traditional Cantonese opera in Foshan, south China's Guangdong Province, Jan. 19, 2023. The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, a city cluster, is one of the most open areas in China with economic vitality. The greater bay area is composed of nine cities in Guangdong Province including Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, Foshan, Huizhou, Dongguan, Zhongshan, Jiangmen and Zhaoqing, and two special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macao. (Photo by Tang Dongtao/Xinhua)

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Türkiye's tourism revenue rises to 54.3 bln USD in 2023

STORY: Türkiye's tourism revenue rises to 54.3 bln USD in 2023 SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 31, 2024 DATELINE: Feb. 1, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:26 LOCATION: ISTANBUL, Türkiye CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of views of Istanbul city 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Turkish): MEHMET NURI ERSOY, Turkish Culture and Tourism Minister 3. various of views of Istanbul city 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Turkish): MEHMET NURI ERSOY, Turkish Culture and Tourism Minister 5. various of tourists STORYLINE: Türkiye's tourism revenues rose 17 percent year-on-year to 54.3 billion U.S. dollars in 2023, the culture and tourism minister announced Wednesday. Mehmet Nuri Ersoy also pointed out at a meeting in Istanbul that the sector ended the year 2023 with 56.7 million visitors, a 10 percent increase compared to the previous year. Ersoy explained that Türkiye had changed its strategy and diversified its tourism products since 2018. SOUNDBITE 1 (Turkish): MEHMET NURI ERSOY, Turkish Culture and Tourism Minister "We see the impact of tourism product diversificati

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UN court orders Israel to prevent genocide in Gaza

STORY: UN court orders Israel to prevent genocide in Gaza SHOOTING TIME: 00:00:00-00:01:08 Jan. 26, 2024 (live streaming on the UN website) 00:01:39-00:01:56 Dec. 30, 2023 DATELINE: Jan. 27, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:56 LOCATION: HAGUE, the Netherlands CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) delivering the ruling on Israel genocide case 2. various of Hague STORYLINE: The International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague on Friday ordered Israel to take all possible measures to prevent genocide acts against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. The court, by a large majority of the 17 judges, ordered Israel to take all measures within its power to prevent genocide acts, to ensure that its military does not commit genocide, to halt incitement against Palestinians as a group, to preserve evidence and to take immediate measures to ensure humanitarian aid. "The court is aware of the human tragedy in the region," Judge Joan E. Donoghue, president of the court, said. "The pligh

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(AmazingAnhui)CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-ENVIRONMENTAL BUSINESSES (CN)

(240126) -- HEFEI, Jan. 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An automatic water testing system operates at Anhui CAS Intelligent Environmental Testing Technology Service Co., Ltd. in the China Environment Valley in Hefei, east China's Anhui Province, Jan. 17, 2024. Dubbed an "ecological environment hospital," China Environment Valley in Hefei has become a thriving hub for environmental businesses. By the end of 2023, it housed over 400 enterprises dealing with fields related to water, atmosphere, solid waste, environmental modification and monitoring. Beyond just providing a physical space, the Valley fosters a collaborative ecosystem where companies dive deeper than mere participation. They actively explore innovative management strategies, leading to a double win: enhanced environmental quality and increased efficiency. The Valley's success hinges on a well-oiled machinery. The local government acts as a magnet for environmental protection enterprises, while a dedicated research institute fuels the ecosystem with cu

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(AmazingAnhui)CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-ENVIRONMENTAL BUSINESSES (CN)

(240126) -- HEFEI, Jan. 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 17, 2024 shows an automatic water testing system at Anhui CAS Intelligent Environmental Testing Technology Service Co., Ltd. in the China Environment Valley in Hefei, east China's Anhui Province. Dubbed an "ecological environment hospital," China Environment Valley in Hefei has become a thriving hub for environmental businesses. By the end of 2023, it housed over 400 enterprises dealing with fields related to water, atmosphere, solid waste, environmental modification and monitoring. Beyond just providing a physical space, the Valley fosters a collaborative ecosystem where companies dive deeper than mere participation. They actively explore innovative management strategies, leading to a double win: enhanced environmental quality and increased efficiency. The Valley's success hinges on a well-oiled machinery. The local government acts as a magnet for environmental protection enterprises, while a dedicated research institute fuels the ec

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(AmazingAnhui)CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-ENVIRONMENTAL BUSINESSES (CN)

(240126) -- HEFEI, Jan. 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 17, 2024 shows quick testing devices for leaking gas at Hefei CAS InfraRed Precise Instrument Co., Ltd. in the China Environment Valley in Hefei, east China's Anhui Province. Dubbed an "ecological environment hospital," China Environment Valley in Hefei has become a thriving hub for environmental businesses. By the end of 2023, it housed over 400 enterprises dealing with fields related to water, atmosphere, solid waste, environmental modification and monitoring. Beyond just providing a physical space, the Valley fosters a collaborative ecosystem where companies dive deeper than mere participation. They actively explore innovative management strategies, leading to a double win: enhanced environmental quality and increased efficiency. The Valley's success hinges on a well-oiled machinery. The local government acts as a magnet for environmental protection enterprises, while a dedicated research institute fuels the ecosystem with cutting-

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(AmazingAnhui)CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-ENVIRONMENTAL BUSINESSES (CN)

(240126) -- HEFEI, Jan. 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A staff member operates an automatic water testing system at Anhui CAS Intelligent Environmental Testing Technology Service Co., Ltd. in the China Environment Valley in Hefei, east China's Anhui Province, Jan. 17, 2024. Dubbed an "ecological environment hospital," China Environment Valley in Hefei has become a thriving hub for environmental businesses. By the end of 2023, it housed over 400 enterprises dealing with fields related to water, atmosphere, solid waste, environmental modification and monitoring. Beyond just providing a physical space, the Valley fosters a collaborative ecosystem where companies dive deeper than mere participation. They actively explore innovative management strategies, leading to a double win: enhanced environmental quality and increased efficiency. The Valley's success hinges on a well-oiled machinery. The local government acts as a magnet for environmental protection enterprises, while a dedicated research institute fuels the eco

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(AmazingAnhui)CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-ENVIRONMENTAL BUSINESSES (CN)

(240126) -- HEFEI, Jan. 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 17, 2024 shows a quick testing device for leaking gas at Hefei CAS InfraRed Precise Instrument Co., Ltd. in the China Environment Valley in Hefei, east China's Anhui Province. Dubbed an "ecological environment hospital," China Environment Valley in Hefei has become a thriving hub for environmental businesses. By the end of 2023, it housed over 400 enterprises dealing with fields related to water, atmosphere, solid waste, environmental modification and monitoring. Beyond just providing a physical space, the Valley fosters a collaborative ecosystem where companies dive deeper than mere participation. They actively explore innovative management strategies, leading to a double win: enhanced environmental quality and increased efficiency. The Valley's success hinges on a well-oiled machinery. The local government acts as a magnet for environmental protection enterprises, while a dedicated research institute fuels the ecosystem with cutting

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(AmazingAnhui)CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-ENVIRONMENTAL BUSINESSES (CN)

(240126) -- HEFEI, Jan. 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 17, 2024 shows an automatic water testing system at Anhui CAS Intelligent Environmental Testing Technology Service Co., Ltd. in the China Environment Valley in Hefei, east China's Anhui Province. Dubbed an "ecological environment hospital," China Environment Valley in Hefei has become a thriving hub for environmental businesses. By the end of 2023, it housed over 400 enterprises dealing with fields related to water, atmosphere, solid waste, environmental modification and monitoring. Beyond just providing a physical space, the Valley fosters a collaborative ecosystem where companies dive deeper than mere participation. They actively explore innovative management strategies, leading to a double win: enhanced environmental quality and increased efficiency. The Valley's success hinges on a well-oiled machinery. The local government acts as a magnet for environmental protection enterprises, while a dedicated research institute fuels the ec

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(AmazingAnhui)CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-ENVIRONMENTAL BUSINESSES (CN)

(240126) -- HEFEI, Jan. 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A staff member checks the operation of an automatic water testing system at Anhui CAS Intelligent Environmental Testing Technology Service Co., Ltd. in the China Environment Valley in Hefei, east China's Anhui Province, Jan. 17, 2024. Dubbed an "ecological environment hospital," China Environment Valley in Hefei has become a thriving hub for environmental businesses. By the end of 2023, it housed over 400 enterprises dealing with fields related to water, atmosphere, solid waste, environmental modification and monitoring. Beyond just providing a physical space, the Valley fosters a collaborative ecosystem where companies dive deeper than mere participation. They actively explore innovative management strategies, leading to a double win: enhanced environmental quality and increased efficiency. The Valley's success hinges on a well-oiled machinery. The local government acts as a magnet for environmental protection enterprises, while a dedicated research institut

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Global biz leader's 1st stop in 2024: German meter manufacturer confident on China's market prospect

STORY: Global biz leader's 1st stop in 2024: German meter manufacturer confident on China's market prospect SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 17, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 25, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:41 LOCATION: SHANGHAI, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of employees working at Zenner's factory in Shanghai 2. SOUNDBITE (English): ALEXANDER LEHMANN, President of Minol-ZENNER Group STORYLINE: Alexander Lehmann, chairman of a leading German meter manufacturer, said that his company has kept increasing its investment in China, as the country remains an outstanding investment destination with rosy innovation. Lehmann chose China as the destination of his first global business trip in 2024. In the first half of 2023, Minol-ZENNER Group established a foreign-funded research and development (R&D) center in Shanghai and continued to increase its investment on R&D in China. With strong R&D, production and manufacturing capabilities, the group's output value in China has reached about 2.5 billion yuan (about 349 million U.

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China's high-quality development invigorates global economy: Pakistani expert

STORY: China's high-quality development invigorates global economy: Pakistani expert SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 17, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 20, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:37 LOCATION: Islamabad CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of economic activities in China 2. various of new energy industry in China 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): BADIEA SHAUKAT, Economic consultant at Sustainable Development Policy Institute, Pakistan 4. various of economic activities in China 5. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): BADIEA SHAUKAT, Economic consultant at Sustainable Development Policy Institute, Pakistan 6. various of construction in Pakistan 7. various of CIIE 2023 STORYLINE: A Pakistani economic expert has said that China's transition from labor-intensive to technology-intensive industries not only acts as a new driver for its economic growth but also contributes to global sustainability. Badiea Shaukat from the Sustainable Development Policy Institute said that in order to maintain a sustainable growth of economy, China has been seizing opportuniti

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(AmazingAnhui)CHINA-ANHUI-HUANGSHAN-FERMENTED MANDARIN FISH (CN)

(240120) -- HUANGSHAN, Jan. 20, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on July 17, 2023 shows a breeding base for mandarin fish in Shexian County of Huangshan City, east China's Anhui Province. The fermented mandarin fish, also known as "Chouguiyu," is a representative of Anhui cuisine, which originated in the historical Huizhou region. Its unique smell and delicious taste have gained praise from gourmets. In recent years, Huangshan City in east China's Anhui Province has vigorously promoted the development of fermented mandarin fish industry. Various initiatives have been implemented, including the formulation of local and group standards for processing and cooking the dish, improvement of its taste, introduction of modern production lines, and establishment of e-commerce and logistics platform. By 2023, Huangshan City has owned over 100 fermented mandarin fish processing enterprises, with a production value surpassing 5 billion yuan (approximately 0.69 billion U.S. dollars), contributing to the emp

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China, Australia practical cooperation achieves fruitful results: ambassador

STORY: China, Australia practical cooperation achieves fruitful results: ambassador SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 17, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 19, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:18 LOCATION: Canberra CATEGORY: POLITICS/ECONOMY/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the press gathering 2. Speech delivered by Xiao Qian, Chinese Ambassador to Australia 3. Speech delivered by Gao Feng, Minister Counselor for Economic and Commercial Affairs at the Chinese Embassy in Australia 4. various of Australian and Chinese media and journalists STORYLINE: Chinese Ambassador to Australia Xiao Qian on Wednesday said 2023 was a year of "exchange, dialogue and improvement" for China-Australia relations, in which dialogue and cooperation across the board have been resumed and practical cooperation has yielded fruitful results. In his remarks at the New Year reception of Chinese and Australian media held in the Chinese embassy in Canberra, Xiao said two-way trade hit a historic high and investment cooperation has made positive progress. According to data relea

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XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

(240119) -- BEIJING, Jan. 19, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Los Angeles Lakers' Anthony Davis (L) shoots during the 2023-2024 NBA regular season match between Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks in Los Angeles, the United States, Jan. 17, 2024. (Photo by Ringo Chiu/Xinhua)

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(SP)XINHUA SPORTS TOPSHOT

(240118) -- BEIJING, Jan. 18, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Los Angeles Lakers' Anthony Davis (L) shoots during the 2023-2024 NBA regular season match between Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks in Los Angeles, the United States, Jan. 17, 2024. (Photo by Ringo Chiu/Xinhua)

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Monumental structure unveiled in Iran's capital to commemorate Palestinians killed in Gaza

STORY: Monumental structure unveiled in Iran's capital to commemorate Palestinians killed in Gaza SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 17, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 18, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:33 LOCATION: Tehran CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the ceremony STORYLINE: A monumental structure was unveiled in the Iranian capital Tehran on Wednesday to commemorate the Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza. The unveiling ceremony of an 8-meter-tall metallic structure was held at Tehran's central Valiasr Square ahead of the Day of Gaza, which is annually marked by Iranians on Jan. 19 to commemorate the Palestinians' resistance during Israel's war on the coastal enclave in 2008-2009. The Palestinian students attending the ceremony sent doves flying into the sky to symbolize the liberation of the people of Gaza. The Palestinian death toll from ongoing Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip has risen to more than 24,000 since its outbreak on Oct. 7, 2023, according to the Gaza-based Health Ministry. Xinhua News Age

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ASEAN secretary-general speaks highly of China's economy

STORY: ASEAN secretary-general speaks highly of China's economy SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 17, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 18, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:19 LOCATION: Jakarta CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of street views in China 2. SOUNDBITE (English): KAO KIM HOURN, Secretary-General of ASEAN 3. various of ports in China 4. various of tourists STORYLINE: China's economy is important to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the world, said ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn, referring to China's economic achievements in 2023. SOUNDBITE (English): KAO KIM HOURN, Secretary-General of ASEAN "China's economy is important for the region such as ASEAN, but also it's important for the global economy. So we hope China will continue to do well with economic growth. Last year, as you say, this (China's growth) is still quite positive, and particularly with the global economy as it is. So we have to put things in perspective how it's all compared globally. So we will continue, because I think between ASEAN a

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(SP)U.S.-LOS ANGELES-BASKETBALL-NBA-LAKERS VS MAVERICKS

(240118) -- LOS ANGELES, Jan. 18, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Los Angeles Lakers' Anthony Davis (L) shoots during the 2023-2024 NBA regular season match between Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks in Los Angeles, the United States, Jan. 17, 2024. (Photo by Ringo Chiu/Xinhua)

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(SP)U.S.-LOS ANGELES-BASKETBALL-NBA-LAKERS VS MAVERICKS

(240118) -- LOS ANGELES, Jan. 18, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Dallas Mavericks' Luka Doncic (2nd R) shoots during the 2023-2024 NBA regular season match between Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks in Los Angeles, the United States, Jan. 17, 2024. (Photo by Ringo Chiu/Xinhua)

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(SP)U.S.-LOS ANGELES-BASKETBALL-NBA-LAKERS VS MAVERICKS

(240118) -- LOS ANGELES, Jan. 18, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Los Angeles Lakers' D'Angelo Russell (2nd R) goes to the basket during the 2023-2024 NBA regular season match between Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks in Los Angeles, the United States, Jan. 17, 2024. (Photo by Ringo Chiu/Xinhua)

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(SP)U.S.-LOS ANGELES-BASKETBALL-NBA-LAKERS VS MAVERICKS

(240118) -- LOS ANGELES, Jan. 18, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Los Angeles Lakers' Anthony Davis dunks during the 2023-2024 NBA regular season match between Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks in Los Angeles, the United States, Jan. 17, 2024. (Photo by Ringo Chiu/Xinhua)

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(SP)U.S.-LOS ANGELES-BASKETBALL-NBA-LAKERS VS MAVERICKS

(240118) -- LOS ANGELES, Jan. 18, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Los Angeles Lakers' Austin Reaves (R) shoots during the 2023-2024 NBA regular season match between Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks in Los Angeles, the United States, Jan. 17, 2024. (Photo by Ringo Chiu/Xinhua)

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(SP)U.S.-LOS ANGELES-BASKETBALL-NBA-LAKERS VS MAVERICKS

(240118) -- LOS ANGELES, Jan. 18, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Dallas Mavericks' Maxi Kleber (R) shoots during the 2023-2024 NBA regular season match between Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks in Los Angeles, the United States, Jan. 17, 2024. (Photo by Ringo Chiu/Xinhua)

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(SP)U.S.-LOS ANGELES-BASKETBALL-NBA-LAKERS VS MAVERICKS

(240118) -- LOS ANGELES, Jan. 18, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Los Angeles Lakers' Rui Hachimura dunks during the 2023-2024 NBA regular season match between Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks in Los Angeles, the United States, Jan. 17, 2024. (Photo by Ringo Chiu/Xinhua)

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(SP)U.S.-LOS ANGELES-BASKETBALL-NBA-LAKERS VS MAVERICKS

(240118) -- LOS ANGELES, Jan. 18, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Los Angeles Lakers' LeBron James (L) is defended by Dallas Mavericks' Kyrie Irving during the 2023-2024 NBA regular season match between Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks in Los Angeles, the United States, Jan. 17, 2024. (Photo by Ringo Chiu/Xinhua)

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(SP)U.S.-LOS ANGELES-BASKETBALL-NBA-LAKERS VS MAVERICKS

(240118) -- LOS ANGELES, Jan. 18, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Dallas Mavericks' Tim Hardaway Jr. (R) blocks a shot by Los Angeles Lakers' LeBron James during the 2023-2024 NBA regular season match between Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks in Los Angeles, the United States, Jan. 17, 2024. (Photo by Ringo Chiu/Xinhua)

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(SP)U.S.-LOS ANGELES-BASKETBALL-NBA-LAKERS VS MAVERICKS

(240118) -- LOS ANGELES, Jan. 18, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Dallas Mavericks' Luka Doncic (L) shoots during the 2023-2024 NBA regular season match between Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks in Los Angeles, the United States, Jan. 17, 2024. (Photo by Ringo Chiu/Xinhua)

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XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

(240118) -- BEIJING, Jan. 18, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Yan Junling, goalkeeper of China, makes a save during the Group A match between China and Lebanon at AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 in Doha, Qatar, Jan. 17, 2024. (Xinhua/Cao Can)

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BRITAIN-LONDON-DECEMBER-INFLATION-RISE

(240118) -- LONDON, Jan. 18, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People purchase fruit in a shop in London, Britain, Jan. 17, 2024. The United Kingdom's (UK) consumer price index (CPI) rose by 4 percent in the 12 months to December 2023, up from 3.9 percent in November, according to data released on Wednesday. (Xinhua)

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BRITAIN-LONDON-DECEMBER-INFLATION-RISE

(240118) -- LONDON, Jan. 18, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People purchase fruit in a shop in London, Britain, Jan. 17, 2024. The United Kingdom's (UK) consumer price index (CPI) rose by 4 percent in the 12 months to December 2023, up from 3.9 percent in November, according to data released on Wednesday. (Xinhua)

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BRITAIN-LONDON-DECEMBER-INFLATION-RISE

(240118) -- LONDON, Jan. 18, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A man sits in a store of Three UK promoting winter sale in London, Britain, Jan. 17, 2024. The United Kingdom's (UK) consumer price index (CPI) rose by 4 percent in the 12 months to December 2023, up from 3.9 percent in November, according to data released on Wednesday. (Xinhua)

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BRITAIN-LONDON-DECEMBER-INFLATION-RISE

(240118) -- LONDON, Jan. 18, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A woman walks past a sale sign displayed in a store in London, Britain, Jan. 17, 2024. The United Kingdom's (UK) consumer price index (CPI) rose by 4 percent in the 12 months to December 2023, up from 3.9 percent in November, according to data released on Wednesday. (Xinhua)

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Japan's corporate bankruptcies up 35 pct in 2023

STORY: Japan's corporate bankruptcies up 35 pct in 2023 SHOOTING TIME: Earlier footage DATELINE: Jan. 17, 2024 LENGTH: 0:01:31 LOCATION: Tokyo CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of cities in Japan STORYLINE: The number of company bankruptcies in Japan increased by 35 percent in 2023 compared to the previous year due to rising prices and labor costs, a local credit research company has reported. According to a survey conducted by Tokyo Shoko Research Ltd., the number of bankrupt companies in Japan with debts exceeding 10 million yen (about 68,189 U.S. dollars) reached 8,690 in 2023. The total debt of bankrupt companies exceeded 24.026 trillion yen. Small and medium-sized enterprises with fewer employees constitute the majority of bankruptcies, according to the report, noting that the number of companies with debts below 100 million yen accounted for 74.7 percent of the total number of bankruptcies. Companies with debts exceeding 1 billion yen increased by 24 percent compared to the previous

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(SP)QATAR-DOHA-FOOTBALL-AFC ASIAN CUP-GROUP A-LBN VS CHN

(240117) -- DOHA, Jan. 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Players of both sides argue during the Group A match between China and Lebanon at AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 in Doha, Qatar, Jan. 17, 2024. (Xinhua/Ding Ting)

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(SP)QATAR-DOHA-FOOTBALL-AFC ASIAN CUP-GROUP A-LBN VS CHN

(240117) -- DOHA, Jan. 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Players of both sides argue during the Group A match between China and Lebanon at AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 in Doha, Qatar, Jan. 17, 2024. (Xinhua/Sun Fanyue)

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(SP)QATAR-DOHA-FOOTBALL-AFC ASIAN CUP-GROUP A-LBN VS CHN

(240117) -- DOHA, Jan. 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Zhang Yuning (R) of China is shown a yellow card by referee Ko Hyungjin during the Group A match between China and Lebanon at AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 in Doha, Qatar, Jan. 17, 2024. (Xinhua/Sun Fanyue)

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(SP)XINHUA SPORTS TOPSHOT

(240117) -- BEIJING, Jan. 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Yan Junling, goalkeeper of China, makes a save during the Group A match between China and Lebanon at AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 in Doha, Qatar, Jan. 17, 2024. (Xinhua/Cao Can)

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Fig growing helps boost economy in Artux in China's Xinjiang

STORY: Fig growing helps boost economy in Artux in China's Xinjiang SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 13, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 17, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:08 LOCATION: URUMQI, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of a fig production base in Artux 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): WANG SHENGYE, Head of a fig production base in Takuti Village, Artux 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): MAMATJAN KURBAN, Resident of Takuti Village, Artux STORYLINE: Artux city in China's Xinjiang has a long history of fig planting, and is known as "a hometown of fig cultivation" in China. The figs here used to ripen from July to October each year. In 2023, Artux introduced new fig varieties, including one from the U.S., which significantly expanded the ripening time for figs. Now, fresh figs are available on the market throughout the year. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): WANG SHENGYE, Head of a fig production base in Takuti Village, Artux "We started harvesting figs on Oct. 20, 2023, and the harvesting can last until July 1, 2024. This effectively fills the mar

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(SP)QATAR-DOHA-FOOTBALL-AFC ASIAN CUP-GROUP A-LBN VS CHN

(240117) -- DOHA, Jan. 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Players of Lebanon greet spectators after the Group A match between China and Lebanon at AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 in Doha, Qatar, Jan. 17, 2024. (Xinhua/Sun Fanyue)

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(240117) -- DOHA, Jan. 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Dai Weijun (C) of China vies with Mohamad Haidar (L) and Omar Chaaban of Lebanon during the Group A match between China and Lebanon at AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 in Doha, Qatar, Jan. 17, 2024. (Xinhua/Sun Fanyue)