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Baseball: Ichiro becomes 1st Asian elected to U.S. Hall of Fame

File photo shows Ichiro Suzuki of the Seattle Mariners stealing second base in a game against the Toronto Blue Jays in Toronto on July 16, 2006. He became the first Asian player elected to the U.S. National Baseball Hall of Fame on Jan. 21, 2025.

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Bashar Al Assad Receives Ahmadinejad and Hezbollah Leader Nasrallah - Damascus

In just over ten days, Syrian rebels have taken control of Syria's main cities, including the capital Damascus on Saturday night. President Bashar al-Assad, in power since 2000, has fled the country, according to Russia - FILE - Syrian president Bashar Al Assad (C) receives Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad (L) and Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah for a dinner in Damascus, Syria, on February 25, 2010, in the very first 'public' appearance of Nasrallah since the July 2006 Israeli war on Hezbollah. Photo by Balkis Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Japanese Princess Yuriko

Japan's Princess Yuriko (C) visits a Persian cultural exhibition at the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum with her husband Prince Mikasa and her granddaughter Princess Akiko on July 31, 2006. Emperor Naruhito's great-aunt, the oldest member of Japan's imperial family, died at a Tokyo hospital on Nov. 15, 2024, at the age of 101.

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(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-DIXI OPERA (CN)

(240810) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Bao Bo, an inheritor of Anshun woodcarving, colors a Dixi mask in Jiuzhou ancient town scenic area of Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 25, 2024. Anshun Dixi Opera is an important part of Tunpu culture dating back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). The opera has been listed as one of the national intangible cultural heritages in 2006. Dixi performers wear various masks while performing operas about history and rituals to ward off evil spirits. Dozens of tools are needed in the multiple process from engraving to coloring in the making of the wooden facial masks. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

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(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-DIXI OPERA (CN)

(240810) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Villagers stage a Dixi opera performance in Jiuxi Village of Daxiqiao Town, Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 24, 2024. Anshun Dixi Opera is an important part of Tunpu culture dating back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). The opera has been listed as one of the national intangible cultural heritages in 2006. Dixi performers wear various masks while performing operas about history and rituals to ward off evil spirits. Dozens of tools are needed in the multiple process from engraving to coloring in the making of the wooden facial masks. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

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(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-DIXI OPERA (CN)

(240810) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A young Dixi opera enthusiast stages a performance in Pingba District of Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 25, 2024. Anshun Dixi Opera is an important part of Tunpu culture dating back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). The opera has been listed as one of the national intangible cultural heritages in 2006. Dixi performers wear various masks while performing operas about history and rituals to ward off evil spirits. Dozens of tools are needed in the multiple process from engraving to coloring in the making of the wooden facial masks. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

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(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-DIXI OPERA (CN)

(240810) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Villagers stage a Dixi opera performance in Jiuxi Village of Daxiqiao Town, Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 24, 2024. Anshun Dixi Opera is an important part of Tunpu culture dating back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). The opera has been listed as one of the national intangible cultural heritages in 2006. Dixi performers wear various masks while performing operas about history and rituals to ward off evil spirits. Dozens of tools are needed in the multiple process from engraving to coloring in the making of the wooden facial masks. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

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(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-DIXI OPERA (CN)

(240810) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A villager makes preparations for a Dixi opera performance in Jiuxi Village of Daxiqiao Town, Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 24, 2024. Anshun Dixi Opera is an important part of Tunpu culture dating back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). The opera has been listed as one of the national intangible cultural heritages in 2006. Dixi performers wear various masks while performing operas about history and rituals to ward off evil spirits. Dozens of tools are needed in the multiple process from engraving to coloring in the making of the wooden facial masks. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

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(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-DIXI OPERA (CN)

(240810) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- An aerial drone photo shows young Dixi opera enthusiasts staging a performance in Pingba District of Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 25, 2024. Anshun Dixi Opera is an important part of Tunpu culture dating back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). The opera has been listed as one of the national intangible cultural heritages in 2006. Dixi performers wear various masks while performing operas about history and rituals to ward off evil spirits. Dozens of tools are needed in the multiple process from engraving to coloring in the making of the wooden facial masks. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

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(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-DIXI OPERA (CN)

(240810) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Villagers make preparations for a Dixi opera performance in Jiuxi Village of Daxiqiao Town, Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 24, 2024. Anshun Dixi Opera is an important part of Tunpu culture dating back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). The opera has been listed as one of the national intangible cultural heritages in 2006. Dixi performers wear various masks while performing operas about history and rituals to ward off evil spirits. Dozens of tools are needed in the multiple process from engraving to coloring in the making of the wooden facial masks. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

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(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-DIXI OPERA (CN)

(240810) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Bao Bo, an inheritor of Anshun woodcarving, makes a Dixi mask in Jiuzhou ancient town scenic area of Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 25, 2024. Anshun Dixi Opera is an important part of Tunpu culture dating back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). The opera has been listed as one of the national intangible cultural heritages in 2006. Dixi performers wear various masks while performing operas about history and rituals to ward off evil spirits. Dozens of tools are needed in the multiple process from engraving to coloring in the making of the wooden facial masks. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

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(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-DIXI OPERA (CN)

(240810) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Bao Bo, an inheritor of Anshun woodcarving, makes a Dixi mask in Jiuzhou ancient town scenic area of Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 25, 2024. Anshun Dixi Opera is an important part of Tunpu culture dating back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). The opera has been listed as one of the national intangible cultural heritages in 2006. Dixi performers wear various masks while performing operas about history and rituals to ward off evil spirits. Dozens of tools are needed in the multiple process from engraving to coloring in the making of the wooden facial masks. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

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(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-DIXI OPERA (CN)

(240810) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Dixi masks are seen on a wall in Pingba District of Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 25, 2024. Anshun Dixi Opera is an important part of Tunpu culture dating back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). The opera has been listed as one of the national intangible cultural heritages in 2006. Dixi performers wear various masks while performing operas about history and rituals to ward off evil spirits. Dozens of tools are needed in the multiple process from engraving to coloring in the making of the wooden facial masks. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

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(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-DIXI OPERA (CN)

(240810) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Villagers stage a Dixi opera performance in Jiuxi Village of Daxiqiao Town, Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 24, 2024. Anshun Dixi Opera is an important part of Tunpu culture dating back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). The opera has been listed as one of the national intangible cultural heritages in 2006. Dixi performers wear various masks while performing operas about history and rituals to ward off evil spirits. Dozens of tools are needed in the multiple process from engraving to coloring in the making of the wooden facial masks. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

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(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-DIXI OPERA (CN)

(240810) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A villager makes preparations for a Dixi opera performance in Jiuxi Village of Daxiqiao Town, Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 24, 2024. Anshun Dixi Opera is an important part of Tunpu culture dating back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). The opera has been listed as one of the national intangible cultural heritages in 2006. Dixi performers wear various masks while performing operas about history and rituals to ward off evil spirits. Dozens of tools are needed in the multiple process from engraving to coloring in the making of the wooden facial masks. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

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(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-DIXI OPERA (CN)

(240810) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Bao Bo, an inheritor of Anshun woodcarving, colors a Dixi mask in Jiuzhou ancient town scenic area of Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 25, 2024. Anshun Dixi Opera is an important part of Tunpu culture dating back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). The opera has been listed as one of the national intangible cultural heritages in 2006. Dixi performers wear various masks while performing operas about history and rituals to ward off evil spirits. Dozens of tools are needed in the multiple process from engraving to coloring in the making of the wooden facial masks. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

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Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh Killed In Iran

File photo - Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas (Abou Mazen) and Prime Minister Ismail Haniyeh tours the Prime Minister's Office in Gaza after it was hit by an Israeli air strike, on July 2, 2006. Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in Iran's Tehran, the Palestinian militant group Hamas said in a statement on Wednesday. In a statement, the Islamist faction mourned the death of Haniyeh, who it said was killed in "a treacherous Zionist raid on his residence in Tehran". Photo by Balkis Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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(InTibet) CHINA-TIBET-PALM-LEAF MANUSCRIPT-CONSERVATION (CN)

(230430) -- LHASA, April 30, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This file photo taken on July 27, 2008 shows Gyumey Tsultrim observing palm-leaf manuscripts of Buddhist sutras in southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region. At Truzing Palace of Norbulingka in the western suburbs of Lhasa, thousands of ancient books on various fields of Tibet are stored on shelves. For now, Gyumey Tsultrim and his colleagues' primary task is to make an inventory of the ancient books both manually and digitally. Gyumey Tsultrim was born in 1967 in Chanang County in Shannan. In 1986, while experts from the Academy of Social Sciences of the Tibet Autonomous Region were conducting historical and cultural research in Chanang, Gyumey Tsultrim, working as an assistant in Tibetan language, was exposed to Sanskrit for the first time. In 1991, he went to the High-level Tibetan Buddhism College of China in Beijing to study Sanskrit systematically. In 2006, Gyumey Tsultrim published a book on Sanskrit handwriting and began participating in the protection

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Israel strikes Lebanon's southern city Nabatieh for 1st time since 2006 war

STORY: Israel strikes Lebanon's southern city Nabatieh for 1st time since 2006 war SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 18, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 19, 2023 LENGTH: 0:01:50 LOCATION: Beirut CATEGORY: MILITARY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the airstrikes (courtesy of Hezbollah media unit) STORYLINE: An Israeli drone on Saturday attacked the Lebanese southern city of Nabatieh for the first time since the July 2006 Israeli war on Lebanon, Lebanese military sources told Xinhua. The drone fired two missiles at a local aluminum factory on the road between Toul and Kfour, destroying part of the factory, but no injuries were reported. The sources, who spoke on condition of anonymity, also indicated that Israeli warplanes, helicopters, and drones carried out 10 airstrikes in the southern villages of Blida, Aitaroun, Aita al-Shaab, Majdel Zoun, and Naqoura, causing material damages. The same sources said that Israeli heavy artillery shelled about 26 Lebanese towns and villages, including 11 in southeastern Lebanon and 15 in the so

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(FOCUS)ISRAEL-LEBANON-BORDER-TENSIONS

(231119) -- MOSHAV DOVEV, Nov. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Smoke rises from a southern Lebanese village after the explosion of Israeli Army's artillery unit fired from northern Israel Nov. 18, 2023. An Israeli drone on Saturday attacked the Lebanese southern city of Nabatieh for the first time since the July 2006 Israeli war on Lebanon, Lebanese military sources told Xinhua. The drone fired two missiles at a local aluminum factory on the road between Toul and Kfour, destroying part of the factory, but no injuries were reported. (Ayal Margolin/JINI via Xinhua)

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(FOCUS)ISRAEL-LEBANON-BORDER-TENSIONS

(231119) -- MOSHAV DOVEV, Nov. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Smoke rises from a southern Lebanese village after the explosion of Israeli Army's artillery unit fired from northern Israel Nov. 18, 2023. An Israeli drone on Saturday attacked the Lebanese southern city of Nabatieh for the first time since the July 2006 Israeli war on Lebanon, Lebanese military sources told Xinhua. The drone fired two missiles at a local aluminum factory on the road between Toul and Kfour, destroying part of the factory, but no injuries were reported. (Ayal Margolin/JINI via Xinhua)

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The Hamas Leader Behind The Deadliest Ever Attack On Israel

File photo - Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas (Abou Mazen) and Prime Minister Ismail Haniyeh tours the Prime Minister's Office in Gaza after it was hit by an Israeli air strike, on July 2, 2006. Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh said Saturday the Palestinian group was on the "verge of a great victory" after it launched a surprise attack on Israel from the Gaza Strip. "We are on the verge of a great victory and a clear conquest on the Gaza front," Haniyeh said in a speech broadcast on Hamas-run Al-Aqsa television. Photo by Balkis Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Hamas Leader Behind The Deadliest Ever Attack On Israel

File photo - Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas (Abou Mazen) and Prime Minister Ismail Haniyeh tours the Prime Minister's Office in Gaza after it was hit by an Israeli air strike, on July 2, 2006. Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh said Saturday the Palestinian group was on the "verge of a great victory" after it launched a surprise attack on Israel from the Gaza Strip. "We are on the verge of a great victory and a clear conquest on the Gaza front," Haniyeh said in a speech broadcast on Hamas-run Al-Aqsa television. Photo by Balkis Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Lebanese praise Chinese peacekeepers for top services, support

STORY: Lebanese praise Chinese peacekeepers for top services, support DATELINE: Aug. 2, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:11 LOCATION: Beirut CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Chinese peacekeeping forces 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): RAEF BZEIH, Mayor of Zebkine, southern Lebanon 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Arabic): HAZZAH SAMIH, Villager of Zebkine, southern Lebanon 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (Arabic): BILAL MAATOUK, Villager of Hanniyah, southern Lebanon 5. SOUNDBITE 4 (Arabic): IBRAHIM BZEIH, Villager of Zebkine, southern Lebanon STORYLINE: Villagers in southern Lebanon have expressed their appreciation for the Chinese peacekeeping forces working with the United Nations Interim Forces in Lebanon (UNIFIL). SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): RAEF BZEIH, Mayor of Zebkine, southern Lebanon "Our experience with the Chinese battalion is wonderful and unique. We feel that our relationship with Chinese peacekeepers is that they are part of us. The Chinese battalion has played a significant role in the south since the July 2006 war. It offered many services,

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S China's Jing ethnic group celebrates traditional Ha Festival

STORY: S China's Jing ethnic group celebrates traditional Ha Festival DATELINE: July 28, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:26 LOCATION: DONGXING, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY/CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of celebrations 2. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): FAN GUOQING, Director of culture, sports and tourism bureau of Dongxing STORYLINE: The Jing people in Dongxing City of south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region celebrated their traditional annual Ha Festival starting on Wednesday. The Jing ethnic minority is the only maritime ethnic group in China. In their native language, "ha" means "singing." The three-day festival is generally marked by rich rituals of worshiping the sea god and grand celebrations of singing and dancing. The Ha Festival begins on the ninth day of the sixth month in the lunar calendar, and this year it falls on July 26. The festival was listed as China's intangible cultural heritage in 2006 by the Chinese Ministry of Culture and Tourism. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): FAN GUOQING, Director of culture, sports and to

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Chinese police officers join Croatia's Safe Tourist Season patrol

STORY: Chinese police officers join Croatia's Safe Tourist Season patrol DATELINE: July 26, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:06 LOCATION: Zagreb CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of tourists in Zagreb 2. joint police patrol of Croatian and Chinese police officers in the central park in Zagreb 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (Croatian): MISLAV SVIHIR, Zagreb Police Department 4. various of tourists in Zagreb 5. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): XU JIANJUN, Police officer from China 6. various of tourists in Zagreb 7. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): LI YUN, Police officer from China STORYLINE: If you are a tourist visiting the Croatian capital, you might see some familiar faces in uniform. They are the Chinese police officers who are patrolling the streets of Zagreb with their Croatian counterparts as part of a special project. The project, called Safe Tourist Season, aims to provide maximum security and assistance for foreign visitors in Croatia. It is a unique initiative that has been running since 2006 and has attracted the interest of other Europe

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CHINA-YUNNAN-GONGSHAN-RURAL LIBRARY (CN)

(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A child reads a book at the "Banshan Huayu" library in Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 5, 2023. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, Gan sei

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CHINA-YUNNAN-GONGSHAN-RURAL LIBRARY (CN)

(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Gan Wenyong is pictured at the "Banshan Huayu" library in Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 6, 2023. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, Gan

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CHINA-YUNNAN-GONGSHAN-RURAL LIBRARY (CN)

(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Gan Wenyong arranges books at the "Banshan Huayu" library in Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 5, 2023. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, G

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CHINA-YUNNAN-GONGSHAN-RURAL LIBRARY (CN)

(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A child selects books at the "Banshan Huayu" library in Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 5, 2023. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, Gan se

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CHINA-YUNNAN-GONGSHAN-RURAL LIBRARY (CN)

(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Children read books at the "Banshan Huayu" library in Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 5, 2023. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, Gan seiz

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CHINA-YUNNAN-GONGSHAN-RURAL LIBRARY (CN)

(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A child reads a book at the "Banshan Huayu" library in Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 5, 2023. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, Gan sei

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CHINA-YUNNAN-GONGSHAN-RURAL LIBRARY (CN)

(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Children read books at the "Banshan Huayu" library in Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 5, 2023. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, Gan seiz

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CHINA-YUNNAN-GONGSHAN-RURAL LIBRARY (CN)

(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Children read books at the "Banshan Huayu" library in Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 5, 2023. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, Gan seiz

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CHINA-YUNNAN-GONGSHAN-RURAL LIBRARY (CN)

(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Gan Wenyong reads a book at the "Banshan Huayu" library in Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 5, 2023. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, Gan

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CHINA-YUNNAN-GONGSHAN-RURAL LIBRARY (CN)

(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Gan Wenyong arranges books at the "Banshan Huayu" library in Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 5, 2023. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, G

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(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Children read books at the "Banshan Huayu" library in Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 5, 2023. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, Gan seiz

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(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Children read books at the "Banshan Huayu" library in Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 5, 2023. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, Gan seiz

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(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A child selects books at the "Banshan Huayu" library in Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 5, 2023. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, Gan se

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(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Children enter the "Banshan Huayu" library in Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 5, 2023. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, Gan seized the c

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(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A child selects books at the "Banshan Huayu" library in Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 5, 2023. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, Gan se

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(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Gan Wenyong arranges books at the "Banshan Huayu" library in Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 5, 2023. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, G

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(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Gan Wenyong arranges books at the "Banshan Huayu" library in Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 5, 2023. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, G

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(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This aerial photo taken on July 5, 2023 shows a view of Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, Gan seized the chanc

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(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Children play table tennis at the "Banshan Huayu" library in Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 5, 2023. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, G

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(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Children read books at the "Banshan Huayu" library in Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 5, 2023. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, Gan seiz

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(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Children select books at the "Banshan Huayu" library in Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 5, 2023. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, Gan se

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(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on July 5, 2023 shows a view in Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, Gan seized the chance to pu

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(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Children read books at the "Banshan Huayu" library in Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 5, 2023. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, Gan seiz

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(230707) -- GONGSHAN, July 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Children read books at the "Banshan Huayu" library in Qiunatong Village of Bingzhongluo Township in Gongshan Dulong and Nu Autonomous County, Lisu Autonomous Prefecture of Nujiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 5, 2023. The Nujiang River, cascading down from the Tanggula Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carves its way through the majestic mountains of Yunnan where a magnificent canyon is formed. Nestled at the northernmost tip of the Nujiang River canyon is the village of Qiunatong, home to a unique library called "Banshan Huayu" (Half Hill Flower Talks). "The aroma of books reminds me of the fragrance of flowers," said Gan Wenyong, the library owner. Qiunatong Village, Gan's hometown, was once entrenched in dire poverty. Due to financial constraints, he missed out on educational opportunities during his childhood. Instead, he spent his childhood doing farm works, herding cattle, collecting herbs, and feeding pigs. However, in 2006, Gan seiz