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INTIME CITY is seen in Hangzhou City, Zhejiang province, China on Jan 24, 2016.

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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(EyesOnSci)CHINA-AOI TECHNOLOGY-RESEARCHER-ENTREPRENEUR (CN)

(240224) -- BEIJING, Feb. 24, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Zhang Zhengtao (L) speaks with an investor representative at Beijing branch of CASI Vision in Beijing, capital of China, Jan. 26, 2024. Led by his supervisor, Zhang Zhengtao, a graduate from the Institute of Automation of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CASIA), joined the research of a large scientific device in 2010. Zhang was the first to apply artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm and precision optical imaging system to a device of its kind. He has made a number of technological breakthroughs in automated optical inspection (AOI) technologies since then. In 2016, he spearheaded in the incorporation of CASI Vision, which applies AOI technologies to non-destructive automatic inspection of standardized industrial products. To date, Zhang still serves as a researcher and doctoral supervisor at CASIA. As a scientist and an entrepreneur, he encourages his students to do practical research by focusing research funds at key issues, and addressing pain points w

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(EyesOnSci)CHINA-AOI TECHNOLOGY-RESEARCHER-ENTREPRENEUR (CN)

(240224) -- BEIJING, Feb. 24, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Zhang Zhengtao (L) prepares for a group meeting at the Institute of Automation of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CASIA) in Beijing, capital of China, Jan. 25, 2024. Led by his supervisor, Zhang Zhengtao, a graduate from the Institute of Automation of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CASIA), joined the research of a large scientific device in 2010. Zhang was the first to apply artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm and precision optical imaging system to a device of its kind. He has made a number of technological breakthroughs in automated optical inspection (AOI) technologies since then. In 2016, he spearheaded in the incorporation of CASI Vision, which applies AOI technologies to non-destructive automatic inspection of standardized industrial products. To date, Zhang still serves as a researcher and doctoral supervisor at CASIA. As a scientist and an entrepreneur, he encourages his students to do practical research by focusing research funds at key issue

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(EyesOnSci)CHINA-AOI TECHNOLOGY-RESEARCHER-ENTREPRENEUR (CN)

(240224) -- BEIJING, Feb. 24, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Zhang Zhengtao (L) discusses research progress with a student at a lab of the Institute of Automation of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CASIA) in Beijing, capital of China, Jan. 25, 2024. Led by his supervisor, Zhang Zhengtao, a graduate from the Institute of Automation of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CASIA), joined the research of a large scientific device in 2010. Zhang was the first to apply artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm and precision optical imaging system to a device of its kind. He has made a number of technological breakthroughs in automated optical inspection (AOI) technologies since then. In 2016, he spearheaded in the incorporation of CASI Vision, which applies AOI technologies to non-destructive automatic inspection of standardized industrial products. To date, Zhang still serves as a researcher and doctoral supervisor at CASIA. As a scientist and an entrepreneur, he encourages his students to do practical research by focusing rese

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(EyesOnSci)CHINA-AOI TECHNOLOGY-RESEARCHER-ENTREPRENEUR (CN)

(240224) -- BEIJING, Feb. 24, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Zhang Zhengtao attends a group meeting at the Institute of Automation of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CASIA) in Beijing, capital of China, Jan. 25, 2024. Led by his supervisor, Zhang Zhengtao, a graduate from the Institute of Automation of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CASIA), joined the research of a large scientific device in 2010. Zhang was the first to apply artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm and precision optical imaging system to a device of its kind. He has made a number of technological breakthroughs in automated optical inspection (AOI) technologies since then. In 2016, he spearheaded in the incorporation of CASI Vision, which applies AOI technologies to non-destructive automatic inspection of standardized industrial products. To date, Zhang still serves as a researcher and doctoral supervisor at CASIA. As a scientist and an entrepreneur, he encourages his students to do practical research by focusing research funds at key issues, and ad

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(EyesOnSci)CHINA-AOI TECHNOLOGY-RESEARCHER-ENTREPRENEUR (CN)

(240224) -- BEIJING, Feb. 24, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 25, 2024 shows a portrait of Zhang Zhengtao. Led by his supervisor, Zhang Zhengtao, a graduate from the Institute of Automation of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CASIA), joined the research of a large scientific device in 2010. Zhang was the first to apply artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm and precision optical imaging system to a device of its kind. He has made a number of technological breakthroughs in automated optical inspection (AOI) technologies since then. In 2016, he spearheaded in the incorporation of CASI Vision, which applies AOI technologies to non-destructive automatic inspection of standardized industrial products. To date, Zhang still serves as a researcher and doctoral supervisor at CASIA. As a scientist and an entrepreneur, he encourages his students to do practical research by focusing research funds at key issues, and addressing pain points with actual demand from the market. (Xinhua/Jin Liwang)

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(EyesOnSci)CHINA-AOI TECHNOLOGY-RESEARCHER-ENTREPRENEUR (CN)

(240224) -- BEIJING, Feb. 24, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 25, 2024 shows a portrait of Zhang Zhengtao. Led by his supervisor, Zhang Zhengtao, a graduate from the Institute of Automation of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CASIA), joined the research of a large scientific device in 2010. Zhang was the first to apply artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm and precision optical imaging system to a device of its kind. He has made a number of technological breakthroughs in automated optical inspection (AOI) technologies since then. In 2016, he spearheaded in the incorporation of CASI Vision, which applies AOI technologies to non-destructive automatic inspection of standardized industrial products. To date, Zhang still serves as a researcher and doctoral supervisor at CASIA. As a scientist and an entrepreneur, he encourages his students to do practical research by focusing research funds at key issues, and addressing pain points with actual demand from the market. (Xinhua/Jin Liwang)

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(EyesOnSci)CHINA-AOI TECHNOLOGY-RESEARCHER-ENTREPRENEUR (CN)

(240224) -- BEIJING, Feb. 24, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Zhang Zhengtao (R) discusses research progress with a student at a lab of the Institute of Automation of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CASIA) in Beijing, capital of China, Jan. 25, 2024. Led by his supervisor, Zhang Zhengtao, a graduate from the Institute of Automation of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CASIA), joined the research of a large scientific device in 2010. Zhang was the first to apply artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm and precision optical imaging system to a device of its kind. He has made a number of technological breakthroughs in automated optical inspection (AOI) technologies since then. In 2016, he spearheaded in the incorporation of CASI Vision, which applies AOI technologies to non-destructive automatic inspection of standardized industrial products. To date, Zhang still serves as a researcher and doctoral supervisor at CASIA. As a scientist and an entrepreneur, he encourages his students to do practical research by focusing rese

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CHINA-HUBEI-WUHAN-OPERA-PERFORMANCE (CN)

(240124) -- WUHAN, Jan. 24, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Actresses perform Hanju Opera in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, Jan. 23, 2024. Since 2016, in order to reserve talents for operas, Hubei Drama Art Theatre has selected and recruited more than 150 students of Chuju Opera, Hanju Opera and Huangmei Opera, and entrusted Hubei College of the Arts for directional training. After seven years' study of opera and one year's internship, this group of young opera actors stepped onto the stage of graduation gala with their best performances. (Xinhua/Du Zixuan)

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CHINA-HUBEI-WUHAN-OPERA-PERFORMANCE (CN)

(240124) -- WUHAN, Jan. 24, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An actor of Hanju Opera prepares before performance in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, Jan. 23, 2024. Since 2016, in order to reserve talents for operas, Hubei Drama Art Theatre has selected and recruited more than 150 students of Chuju Opera, Hanju Opera and Huangmei Opera, and entrusted Hubei College of the Arts for directional training. After seven years' study of opera and one year's internship, this group of young opera actors stepped onto the stage of graduation gala with their best performances. (Xinhua/Du Zixuan)

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CHINA-HUBEI-WUHAN-OPERA-PERFORMANCE (CN)

(240124) -- WUHAN, Jan. 24, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Actresses of Chuju Opera pose for photos before their performance in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, Jan. 23, 2024. Since 2016, in order to reserve talents for operas, Hubei Drama Art Theatre has selected and recruited more than 150 students of Chuju Opera, Hanju Opera and Huangmei Opera, and entrusted Hubei College of the Arts for directional training. After seven years' study of opera and one year's internship, this group of young opera actors stepped onto the stage of graduation gala with their best performances. (Xinhua/Du Zixuan)

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CHINA-HUBEI-WUHAN-OPERA-PERFORMANCE (CN)

(240124) -- WUHAN, Jan. 24, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Actors celebrate after performance in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, Jan. 23, 2024. Since 2016, in order to reserve talents for operas, Hubei Drama Art Theatre has selected and recruited more than 150 students of Chuju Opera, Hanju Opera and Huangmei Opera, and entrusted Hubei College of the Arts for directional training. After seven years' study of opera and one year's internship, this group of young opera actors stepped onto the stage of graduation gala with their best performances. (Xinhua/Du Zixuan)

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CHINA-HUBEI-WUHAN-OPERA-PERFORMANCE (CN)

(240124) -- WUHAN, Jan. 24, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Actors of Hanju Opera prepare to go on stage in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, Jan. 23, 2024. Since 2016, in order to reserve talents for operas, Hubei Drama Art Theatre has selected and recruited more than 150 students of Chuju Opera, Hanju Opera and Huangmei Opera, and entrusted Hubei College of the Arts for directional training. After seven years' study of opera and one year's internship, this group of young opera actors stepped onto the stage of graduation gala with their best performances. (Xinhua/Du Zixuan)

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CHINA-HUBEI-WUHAN-OPERA-PERFORMANCE (CN)

(240124) -- WUHAN, Jan. 24, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Actors perform Hanju Opera in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, Jan. 23, 2024. Since 2016, in order to reserve talents for operas, Hubei Drama Art Theatre has selected and recruited more than 150 students of Chuju Opera, Hanju Opera and Huangmei Opera, and entrusted Hubei College of the Arts for directional training. After seven years' study of opera and one year's internship, this group of young opera actors stepped onto the stage of graduation gala with their best performances. (Xinhua/Du Zixuan)

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CHINA-HUBEI-WUHAN-OPERA-PERFORMANCE (CN)

(240124) -- WUHAN, Jan. 24, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Actresses of Huangmei Opera prepare to go on stage in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, Jan. 23, 2024. Since 2016, in order to reserve talents for operas, Hubei Drama Art Theatre has selected and recruited more than 150 students of Chuju Opera, Hanju Opera and Huangmei Opera, and entrusted Hubei College of the Arts for directional training. After seven years' study of opera and one year's internship, this group of young opera actors stepped onto the stage of graduation gala with their best performances. (Xinhua/Du Zixuan)

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CHINA-HUBEI-WUHAN-OPERA-PERFORMANCE (CN)

(240124) -- WUHAN, Jan. 24, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Actresses of Chuju Opera prepare to go on stage in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, Jan. 23, 2024. Since 2016, in order to reserve talents for operas, Hubei Drama Art Theatre has selected and recruited more than 150 students of Chuju Opera, Hanju Opera and Huangmei Opera, and entrusted Hubei College of the Arts for directional training. After seven years' study of opera and one year's internship, this group of young opera actors stepped onto the stage of graduation gala with their best performances. (Xinhua/Du Zixuan)

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CHINA-HUBEI-WUHAN-OPERA-PERFORMANCE (CN)

(240124) -- WUHAN, Jan. 24, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An actress of Chuju Opera puts on makeup in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, Jan. 23, 2024. Since 2016, in order to reserve talents for operas, Hubei Drama Art Theatre has selected and recruited more than 150 students of Chuju Opera, Hanju Opera and Huangmei Opera, and entrusted Hubei College of the Arts for directional training. After seven years' study of opera and one year's internship, this group of young opera actors stepped onto the stage of graduation gala with their best performances. (Xinhua/Du Zixuan)

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CHINA-HUBEI-WUHAN-OPERA-PERFORMANCE (CN)

(240124) -- WUHAN, Jan. 24, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An actress of Chuju Opera prepares to go on stage in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, Jan. 23, 2024. Since 2016, in order to reserve talents for operas, Hubei Drama Art Theatre has selected and recruited more than 150 students of Chuju Opera, Hanju Opera and Huangmei Opera, and entrusted Hubei College of the Arts for directional training. After seven years' study of opera and one year's internship, this group of young opera actors stepped onto the stage of graduation gala with their best performances. (Xinhua/Du Zixuan)

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CHINA-HUBEI-WUHAN-OPERA-PERFORMANCE (CN)

(240124) -- WUHAN, Jan. 24, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An actress of Hanju Opera prepares to go on stage in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, Jan. 23, 2024. Since 2016, in order to reserve talents for operas, Hubei Drama Art Theatre has selected and recruited more than 150 students of Chuju Opera, Hanju Opera and Huangmei Opera, and entrusted Hubei College of the Arts for directional training. After seven years' study of opera and one year's internship, this group of young opera actors stepped onto the stage of graduation gala with their best performances. (Xinhua/Du Zixuan)

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CHINA-HUBEI-WUHAN-OPERA-PERFORMANCE (CN)

(240124) -- WUHAN, Jan. 24, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An actress (C) of Hanju Opera puts on makeup in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, Jan. 23, 2024. Since 2016, in order to reserve talents for operas, Hubei Drama Art Theatre has selected and recruited more than 150 students of Chuju Opera, Hanju Opera and Huangmei Opera, and entrusted Hubei College of the Arts for directional training. After seven years' study of opera and one year's internship, this group of young opera actors stepped onto the stage of graduation gala with their best performances. (Xinhua/Du Zixuan)

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All residents in China's Xinjiang entitled to free annual health checks: expert

STORY: All residents in China's Xinjiang entitled to free annual health checks: expert SHOOTING DATE: Jan. 22, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 24, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:08 LOCATION: GENEVA, Switzerland CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Xinjiang 2. SOUNDBITE (English): ZHAO WEILI, Chinese Medical Association 3. various of Xinjiang STORYLINE: All residents in China's Xinjiang are entitled to free annual health checks since 2016, said a Chinese expert at an event held in Geneva. SOUNDBITE (English): ZHAO WEILI, Chinese Medical Association "Since 2020, the policy of free health examination of all has been adjusted from testing all those who should be tested, to testing all those who want to be tested, fully respecting the personal willingness and actual situation of residents. For Xinjiang, an economically underdeveloped region with a total population of more than 20 million, it's not an easy task financially for the government to provide people there with free health examinations that cover the whole life cycle

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EGYPT-LUXOR-VALLEY OF QUEENS-NEFERTARI-TOMB

(230125) -- LUXOR, Jan. 25, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 24, 2023 shows mural paintings inside the tomb of Nefertari at the Valley of the Queens in Luxor, Egypt. Nefertari is the wife of famous ancient Egypt's Pharaoh Ramesses II. Built over 3,000 years ago, the tomb is famous for its mural paintings with vivid colors. It was discovered in 1904, and reopened to tourists in 2016 after years of restoration. (Xinhua/Sui Xiankai)

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EGYPT-LUXOR-VALLEY OF QUEENS-NEFERTARI-TOMB

(230125) -- LUXOR, Jan. 25, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 24, 2023 shows a mural painting of "Nefertari" inside the tomb of Nefertari at the Valley of the Queens in Luxor, Egypt. Nefertari is the wife of famous ancient Egypt's Pharaoh Ramesses II. Built over 3,000 years ago, the tomb is famous for its mural paintings with vivid colors. It was discovered in 1904, and reopened to tourists in 2016 after years of restoration. (Xinhua/Sui Xiankai)

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EGYPT-LUXOR-VALLEY OF QUEENS-NEFERTARI-TOMB

(230125) -- LUXOR, Jan. 25, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 24, 2023 shows mural paintings inside the tomb of Nefertari at the Valley of the Queens in Luxor, Egypt. Nefertari is the wife of famous ancient Egypt's Pharaoh Ramesses II. Built over 3,000 years ago, the tomb is famous for its mural paintings with vivid colors. It was discovered in 1904, and reopened to tourists in 2016 after years of restoration. (Xinhua/Sui Xiankai)

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EGYPT-LUXOR-VALLEY OF QUEENS-NEFERTARI-TOMB

(230125) -- LUXOR, Jan. 25, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A tourist visits the tomb of Nefertari at the Valley of the Queens in Luxor, Egypt, on Jan. 24, 2023. Nefertari is the wife of famous ancient Egypt's Pharaoh Ramesses II. Built over 3,000 years ago, the tomb is famous for its mural paintings with vivid colors. It was discovered in 1904, and reopened to tourists in 2016 after years of restoration. (Xinhua/Sui Xiankai)

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EGYPT-LUXOR-VALLEY OF QUEENS-NEFERTARI-TOMB

(230125) -- LUXOR, Jan. 25, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 24, 2023 shows a mural painting of "Nefertari" inside the tomb of Nefertari at the Valley of the Queens in Luxor, Egypt. Nefertari is the wife of famous ancient Egypt's Pharaoh Ramesses II. Built over 3,000 years ago, the tomb is famous for its mural paintings with vivid colors. It was discovered in 1904, and reopened to tourists in 2016 after years of restoration. (Xinhua/Sui Xiankai)

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EGYPT-LUXOR-VALLEY OF QUEENS-NEFERTARI-TOMB

(230125) -- LUXOR, Jan. 25, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit the tomb of Nefertari at the Valley of the Queens in Luxor, Egypt, on Jan. 24, 2023. Nefertari is the wife of famous ancient Egypt's Pharaoh Ramesses II. Built over 3,000 years ago, the tomb is famous for its mural paintings with vivid colors. It was discovered in 1904, and reopened to tourists in 2016 after years of restoration. (Xinhua/Sui Xiankai)

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EGYPT-LUXOR-VALLEY OF QUEENS-NEFERTARI-TOMB

(230125) -- LUXOR, Jan. 25, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A tourist visits the tomb of Nefertari at the Valley of the Queens in Luxor, Egypt, on Jan. 24, 2023. Nefertari is the wife of famous ancient Egypt's Pharaoh Ramesses II. Built over 3,000 years ago, the tomb is famous for its mural paintings with vivid colors. It was discovered in 1904, and reopened to tourists in 2016 after years of restoration. (Xinhua/Sui Xiankai)

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EGYPT-LUXOR-VALLEY OF QUEENS-NEFERTARI-TOMB

(230125) -- LUXOR, Jan. 25, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 24, 2023 shows a mural painting inside the tomb of Nefertari at the Valley of the Queens in Luxor, Egypt. Nefertari is the wife of famous ancient Egypt's Pharaoh Ramesses II. Built over 3,000 years ago, the tomb is famous for its mural paintings with vivid colors. It was discovered in 1904, and reopened to tourists in 2016 after years of restoration. (Xinhua/Sui Xiankai)

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Sumo: Kotoshogiku becomes 1st Japanese-born champion in decade

TOKYO, Jan. 25 Kyodo - Ozeki Kotoshogiku poses for a photo at a party at a Tokyo hotel on the night of Jan. 24, 2016, after winning the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament and becoming the first Japanese-born wrestler to claim a championship in a decade.

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Question marks over Endo, Toyokawa, Kamekawa for Iraq showdown

Japan Under-23 soccer players Wataru Endo (L), Yuta Toyokawa (2nd from L) and Masashi Kamekawa (R) train apart from the rest of the team in Doha on Jan. 24, 2016. Their fitness will be a game-time decision for the Jan. 26 Asian Championship semifinal against Iraq, according to the Japan Football Association. The top three finishers of the championship qualify for the Rio de Janeiro Olympics in the summer. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Snowboarding: Aono wins gold in World Cup halfpipe event

Japan's Ryo Aono poses for photos after winning the men's halfpipe at the Snowboarding World Cup event with a score of 91.20 at Mammoth Mountain, California, on Jan. 24, 2016. It was his first World Cup gold in two years and 11th overall. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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S. Williams, Sharapova set up Australian Open last-eight clash

Serena Williams of the United States returns the ball to Margarita Gasparyan of Russia during their women's singles fourth-round match at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne on Jan. 24, 2016. Williams won 6-2, 6-1 to face Russia's Maria Sharapova in the quarterfinals. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Japan's Nishikori storms in to Australian Open quarterfinals

Kei Nishikori of Japan returns the ball to Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France during their fourth-round match at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne on Jan. 24, 2016. Nishikori won 6-4, 6-2, 6-4 to advance to the quarterfinals. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Thrilling win earns Panasonic 3rd straight Top League crown

Players of Panasonic Wild Knights celebrate after beating Toshiba Brave Lupus 27-26 in the LIXIL Cup final at Prince Chichibu Memorial Rugby Ground in Tokyo on Jan. 24, 2016. Panasonic won their third straight Top League crown and fourth overall. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Thrilling win earns Panasonic 3rd straight Top League crown

Panasonic Wild Knights' Shota Horie holds up the winner's cup as he celebrates with his teammates following a 27-26 victory over Toshiba Brave Lupus in the LIXIL Cup final at Prince Chichibu Memorial Rugby Ground in Tokyo on Jan. 24, 2016. Panasonic won their third straight Top League crown and fourth overall. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Sumo: Kotoshogiku becomes 1st Japanese-born champion in decade

Ozeki Kotoshogiku (L) receives a kiss from his wife Yumi at a party at a Tokyo hotel on the night of Jan. 24, 2016, after winning the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament and becoming the first Japanese-born wrestler to claim a championship in a decade. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Yamaha Jubilo finish 3rd at Japan's Top League

Yamaha Jubilo's Ayumu Goromaru prepares for a conversion kick during the first half of a third-placed match against Kobe Kobelco Steelers in the LIXIL Cup at Prince Chichibu Memorial Rugby Ground in Tokyo on Jan. 24, 2016. Yamaha won 26-22 to take third place in Japan's Top League. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Thrilling win earns Panasonic 3rd straight Top League crown

Panasonic Wild Knights' Shota Horie runs with the ball to score a try during the first half of the LIXIL Cup final against Toshiba Brave Lupus at Prince Chichibu Memorial Rugby Ground in Tokyo on Jan. 24, 2016. Panasonic won their third straight Top League crown and fourth overall with a 27-26 victory. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Djokovic advances to Australian Open quarterfinals

Novak Djokovic of Serbia hits a backhand shot against Gilles Simon of France during their fourth-round match at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne on Jan. 24, 2016. Djokovic won 6-3, 6-7(7-1), 6-4, 4-6, 6-3 to face Japan's Kei Nishikori in the quarterfinals. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Japan's Nishikori storms into Australian Open quarterfinals

Kei Nishikori of Japan hits a backhand shot against Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France during their fourth-round match at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne on Jan. 24, 2016. Nishikori won 6-4, 6-2, 6-4 to face Novak Djokovic of Serbia in the quarterfinals. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Djokovic advances to Australian Open quarterfinals

Novak Djokovic of Serbia stretches to return the ball to Gilles Simon of France during their men's singles fourth-round match at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne on Jan. 24, 2016. Djokovic won 6-3, 6-7(7-1), 6-4, 4-6, 6-3 to face Japan's Kei Nishikori in the quarterfinals. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Kotoshogiku becomes Japan's 1st champion in decade at New Year sumo

Ozeki Kotoshogiku (L) receives the Emperor's Cup from Hakkaku, chairman of the Japan Sumo Association, after winning the 15-day New Year Grand Sumo Tournament at Tokyo's Ryogoku Kokugikan on Jan. 24, 2016, with a 14-1 record. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Kotoshogiku becomes Japan's 1st champion in decade at New Year sumo

Ozeki Kotoshogiku (R) waves in front of Tokyo's Ryogoku Kokugikan on Jan. 24, 2016, as he leaves for a car parade to mark his victory in the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament. Kotoshogiku became the first homegrown wrestler to claim an Emperor's Cup since 2006 after ending the 15-day tournament with a 14-1 record. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Japan's Nishikori storms in to Australian Open quarterfinals

Kei Nishikori of Japan returns the ball to Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France with a "tweener" during their fourth-round match at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne on Jan. 24, 2016. Nishikori won 6-4, 6-2, 6-4 to face Novak Djokovic of Serbia in the quarterfinals. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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People begin returning home ahead of China's Lunar New Year

People carrying luggage head for Beijing Railway Station in Beijing on Jan. 24, 2016, on their way home ahead of China's Lunar New Year on Feb. 8. The seven-day New Year holiday season starts on Feb. 7. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Japan's Nishikori storms in to Australian Open quarterfinals

Kei Nishikori of Japan acknowledges the crowd after beating Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France 6-4, 6-2, 6-4 in their fourth-round match at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne on Jan. 24, 2016. Nishikori will face Novak Djokovic of Serbia in the quarterfinals. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Japan's Nishikori storms in to Australian Open quarterfinals

Kei Nishikori of Japan returns the ball to Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France during their fourth-round match at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne on Jan. 24, 2016. Nishikori won 6-4, 6-2, 6-4 to advance to the quarterfinals. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Heavy snow hits western, central Japan

Central areas of Fukuoka, western Japan, are covered in snow on Jan. 24, 2016, as heavy snow fell over a wide area of western and central Japan. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo