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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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XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

(240225) -- BEIJING, Feb. 25, 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 (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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XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

(240125) -- BEIJING, Jan. 25, 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-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-JINJIANG RIVER-CHANGE (CN)

(230713) -- CHENGDU, July 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Excavators clean mud in the Fuhe River in Chengdu, capital of southwest China's Sichuan Province, Jan. 25, 2018. Jinjiang River traverses the central part of Chengdu, contributing to the fame and glamor of Chengdu's many historic and cultural events. It has two main streams called Fuhe River and Nanhe River. Starting from Dujiangyan, the 150-km river goes outbound from Shuangliu District. In February of 2016, local government of Chengdu implemented ten regulations on water control. In 2017, the city started a program on water ecology management and building a greenway along Jinjiang River. As a result, the water quality of Jinjiang River has been improved a lot. (Photo by Cao Zongming/Xinhua)

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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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Keidanren chief calls for serious talks over wage hikes

TOKYO, Jan. 25 Kyodo - Sadayuki Sakakibara, chairman of the Japan Business Federation, known as Keidanren, makes a speech in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2016. Sakakibara called for "thorough negotiations" over wages between management and labor unions to help Japan exit from years of deflation, as annual wage talks shift into full gear.

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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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TUNISIA-MELLEGUE DAM-CONSTRUCTION

(220825) -- EL KEF, Aug. 25, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Engineers from China and Tunisia discuss the construction scheme at the construction site of the Mellegue dam in Tunisia's northwestern province of El Kef, on Jan. 20, 2021. In May 2016, China's power construction company Sinohydro won the bid to build a new dam over the river to replace the run-down old one. The Mellegua dam is scheduled for completion in September 2023. With a maximum capacity of 305 million cubic meters of water, it will play a significant role in protecting the ecological environment in Tunisia. TO GO WITH: "Feature: Chinese firm builds dam to boost Tunisia's economic, social development" (Sinohydro/Handout via Xinhua)

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5 yrs since Fukushima nuclear accident

Photo taken Jan. 25, 2016, shows the reactor building for the No. 3 unit of the crippled Fukushima Daiichi plant in northeastern Japan, prior to the fifth anniversary of the world's worst nuclear disaster after Chernobyl. Parts of its ceiling and wall remain collapsed. (Pool photo)(Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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5 yrs since Fukushima nuclear accident

Photo taken Jan. 25, 2016, shows tanks to store toxic water at the crippled Fukushima Daiichi plant in northeastern Japan, prior to the fifth anniversary of the world's worst nuclear disaster after Chernobyl. Installation of the tanks still continues. (Pool photo)(Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Peace activist Picciotto dies

Photo taken in July 2010 in front of the White House in Washington shows peace activist Concepcion Picciotto, who had staged a sit-in there since 1981 calling for the abolition of nuclear weapons. It was reported that she died on Jan. 25, 2016, in Washington. She is believed to have been aged 80. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Zhang keeps surprise Aussie Open run going

China's Zhang Shuai pumps her fist after winning a point on her way to a come-from-behind victory over Madison Keys of the United States in the fourth round of the Australian Open in Melbourne on Jan. 25, 2016. Zhang had a 0-14 record at Grand Slam tournaments until 2015. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Britain's Konta continues dream run at Aussie Open

Britain's Johanna Konta returns a shot during a fourth-round match at the Australian Open against 21st-seeded Ekaterina Makarova of Russia in Melbourne on Jan. 25, 2016. The newcomer won 4-6, 6-4, 8-6 to advance to the quarterfinals. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Ex-U.N. Undersecretary General attends CTBT symposium

Former U.N. Undersecretary General Nobuyasu Abe attends a symposium in Vienna aimed at implementing the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty, on Jan. 25, 2016. Abe argued all nuclear-weapon states have responsibility to promote nuclear disarmament. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Britain's Konta continues dream run at Aussie Open

Britain's Johanna Konta celebrates as she defeated 21st-seeded Ekaterina Makarova of Russia 4-6, 6-4, 8-6 in a fourth-round match at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Jan. 25, 2016. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Zhang keeps surprise Aussie Open run going

China's Zhang Shuai hits a backhand in her fourth-round match against Madison Keys of the United States at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Jan. 25, 2016. Zhang, who had a 0-14 record at Gland Slam tournaments until 2015, won 3-6, 6-3, 6-3. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Ex-U.N. Undersecretary General attends CTBT symposium

Former U.N. Undersecretary General Nobuyasu Abe (far L) attends a symposium in Vienna aimed at implementing the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty, on Jan. 25, 2016. Abe argued all nuclear-weapon states have responsibility to promote nuclear disarmament. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Goromaru top points scorer for 3rd time

Yamaha Jubilo fullback Ayumu Goromaru wins his third top points-scorer award at the Top League rugby awards ceremony in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2016. Goromaru will play for the Queensland Reds in the 2016 Super Rugby tournament. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Murray reaches Australian Open quarterfinals

Andy Murray of Britain hits a backhand en route to a straight-sets win over Bernard Tomic of Australia in the fourth round of the Australian Open in Melbourne on Jan. 25, 2016. Murray will play David Ferrer of Spain in the quarterfinals. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Nishikori gearing up for q'final vs Djokovic

Kei Nishikori practices in Melbourne on Jan. 25, 2016, for his Australian Open quarterfinal match against world No. 1 Novak Djokovic the following day. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Nishikori gearing up for q'final vs Djokovic

Kei Nishikori practices in Melbourne on Jan. 25, 2016, for his Australian Open quarterfinal match against world No. 1 Novak Djokovic the following day. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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DPJ seeks Amari's explanation over bribery claims by Wed.

Japanese Economic and Fiscal Policy Minister Akira Amari leaves a room after a press conference in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2016. Amari said he will meet the press again by the end of the week to discuss allegations he received money in return for doing favors for a construction company. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Coaches meet press on eve of Japan-Iraq semifinal of Asian C'ship

Japan's Under-23 soccer coach Makoto Teguramori (L) and his Iraqi counterpart Shahad Abdulghani shake hands during a press conference in Doha on Jan. 25, 2016, the eve of their Asian Championship semifinal. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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DPJ seeks Amari's explanation over bribery claims by Wed.

Japanese Economic and Fiscal Policy Minister Akira Amari holds a press conference in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2016. Amari said he will meet the press again by the end of the week to discuss allegations he received money in return for doing favors for a construction company. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Nishikori gearing up for q'final vs Djokovic

Kei Nishikori hits a serve during practice in Melbourne on Jan. 25, 2016, with coaches Dante Bottini (L) and Michael Chang looking on from behind. Nishikori will take on world No. 1 Novak Djokovic in the quarterfinals of Australian Open the following day. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Horie named MVP as Panasonic dominate Top League awards

Panasonic Wild Knights captain Shota Horie (L) receives the MVP award at the Top League rugby awards ceremony in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2016. The Wild Knights picked up their third straight league title a day earlier. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Raonic defeats Wawrinka to reach Australian Open q'finals

Canada's Milos Raonic hits a two-handed backhand against Stan Wawrinka of Switzerland during their fourth-round match at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Jan. 25, 2016. Raonic won in five sets to reach the quarterfinals. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Raonic defeats Wawrinka to reach Australian Open q'finals

Canada's Milos Raonic stretches to reach a backhand during his fourth-round match against Stan Wawrinka of Swizerland at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Jan. 25, 2016. Raonic won in five sets to reach the quarterfinals. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Snow continues in western Japan

A Taiwanese child looks at snow for the first time in Fukuoka, southwestern Japan, on Jan. 25, 2016. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Daughter of opposition party head wins beauty contest in Japan

Mika Matsuno, a 20-year-old Keio University student, is crowned winner of the 2016 Miss Nippon beauty contest in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2016. She is the second daughter of Yorihisa Matsuno, head of the smaller opposition Japan Innovation Party. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Raonic defeats Wawrinka to reach Australian Open q'finals

Canada's Milos Raonic pumps his fist after defeating Stan Wawrinka of Swizerland in five sets in the fourth round of the Australian Open in Melbourne on Jan. 25, 2016. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Kotoshogiku maintains late-blooming stable tradition

Sumo wrestler Kotoshogiku smiles with sports newspapers featuring him on their front pages at his Sadogatake stable in Matsudo, Japan, on Jan. 25, 2016, a day after becoming the first Japanese-born grand tournament winner in 10 years. As a result of his New Year meet victory, Kotoshogiku would be eligible for promotion to yokozuna from ozeki if he wins the grand tournament in March. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Shiga Pref., Takahama nuclear plant operator sign safety accord

(From L) Kansai Electric Power Co. President Makoto Yagi, Shiga Gov. Taizo Mikazuki and Takashima Mayor Masaaki Fukui shake hands in Otsu, Japan, on Jan. 25, 2016, after the Shiga prefectural government signed an agreement with Kansai Electric on safety issues concerning its Takahama nuclear power plant, ahead of its planned restart later in the week. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Kotoshogiku maintains late-blooming stable tradition

Sumo wrestler Kotoshogiku smiles during a press conference at his Sadogatake stable in Matsudo, Japan, on Jan. 25, 2016, a day after becoming the first Japanese-born grand tournament winner in 10 years. As a result of his New Year meet victory, Kotoshogiku would be eligible for promotion to yokozuna from ozeki if he wins the grand tournament in March. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Opposition DPJ special team to grill Amari over bribery claims

Japanese Economic and Fiscal Policy Minister Akira Amari leaves the prime minister's office in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2016. A task force of the main opposition Democratic Party of Japan agreed the same day to keep demanding that Amari provide a clear explanation over allegations he received money in return for doing favors for a construction company. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Daughter of opposition party head wins beauty contest in Japan

Mika Matsuno (L), a 20-year-old Keio University student, is crowned winner of the 2016 Miss Nippon beauty contest in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2016. She is the second daughter of Yorihisa Matsuno, head of the smaller opposition Japan Innovation Party. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Azarenka reaches Australian Open q'finals after straight-sets win

Belarusian Victoria Azarenka plays a backhand against Czech Barbora Strycova during an Australian Open fourth-round match in Melbourne on Jan. 25, 2016. Azarenka won 6-2, 6-4. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo