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French Coach Mounir Biba Trains Chinese Breakdancers

French coach Mounir Biba (1st L) communicates with Chinese breakdancer Qi Xiangyu (front R) during training in Beauvais, France, July 11, 2024. Two B-girls and one B-boy of China have obtained Paris Olympics quotas, which is a new achievement for the young Chinese team under the coaching of French breaking legend Mounir Biba. French B-boy Mounir started to learn breaking at the age of 13 and joined the world-famous Vagabond Crew when he was 20, winning 13 individual and group world championships in breaking. His achievements and fame made him a judge for the breaking event at the Youth Olympic Games in Buenos Aires. Then Mounir dedicated to promoting breaking into the Paris Olympics. In 2022, Mounir began to coach the Chinese team. "It was a challenge to take a young team with no experience." Mounir said. He shared everything he has with the team. With the help of his expertise, the talent and hard work of the team, Chinese team impressed the world. Chinese B-boys and B-girls won gold medals in big events lik

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Cannes - Caught By The Tides Photocall

Liang Jiayan, Yu Lik Wai, Jia Zhangke, Zhao Tao, Zhou You, Jiahuan Wan and Shozo Ichiyama attend the "Caught By The Tides" Photocall at the 77th annual Cannes Film Festival at Palais des Festivals on May 19, 2024 in Cannes, France. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Cannes - Caught By The Tides Photocall

Liang Jiayan, Yu Lik Wai, Jia Zhangke, Zhao Tao, Zhou You, Jiahuan Wan and Shozo Ichiyama attend the "Caught By The Tides" Photocall at the 77th annual Cannes Film Festival at Palais des Festivals on May 19, 2024 in Cannes, France. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nauruan youth appreciates job opportunities brought by Chinese project

STORY: Nauruan youth appreciates job opportunities brought by Chinese project SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 27, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 28, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:21 LOCATION: Yaren CATEGORY: SOCIETY/ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Sylvester Kaierua 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): SYLVESTER KAIERUA, Nauruan citizen 3. various of Sylvester Kaierua 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): SYLVESTER KAIERUA, Nauruan citizen 5. various of Nauru 6. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): SYLVESTER KAIERUA, Nauruan citizen STORYLINE: SOUNDBITE 1 (English): SYLVESTER KAIERUA, Nauruan citizen "My name is Sylvester Kaierua. I am 27 years old." Sylvester Kaierua is one of the first local employees working for the redevelopment project of Aiwo Harbor, Nauru's largest harbor. The project, contracted by a Chinese company, was launched in 2019. Earning twice as much as when he was working as a housekeeper, Kaierua said he now has greater ability to take care of his three children. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): SYLVESTER KAIERUA, Nauruan citizen "Very strong this job, and I lik

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Foreign travel agents keen on tourism cooperation with China

STORY: Foreign travel agents keen on tourism cooperation with China DATELINE: Sept. 4, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:59 LOCATION: LANGFANG, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the tourism promotion event 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): WOUTER SMITS, Dutch travel agent representative 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): LIK WONG, Singaporean travel agent representative STORYLINE: A tourism promotion event was held recently in Langfang City, north China's Hebei Province, to promote exchanges and cooperation between China and other countries in the tourism sector. Over 100 travel agents from Russia, France, the Netherlands, Singapore and other countries were invited to tour major tourist attractions in Langfang. Due to abundant tourism resources in Hebei, many foreign tourism practitioners have shown interest in cooperation with local Chinese peers. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): WOUTER SMITS, Dutch travel agent representative "It's really important that we have the exchange of tourism. That means Chinese people should come to E

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Walking from past to present -- Rediscover Hong Kong with volunteer tour guide

STORY: Walking from past to present -- Rediscover Hong Kong with volunteer tour guide DATELINE: Aug. 22, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:26 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): NG LIKBO, Volunteer tour guide 2. various of the city 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): NG LIKBO, Volunteer tour guide 4. various of the city 5. SOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): NG LIKBO, Volunteer tour guide STORYLINE: For 71-year-old Ng Likbo, "city walk," a new travel trend for youngsters, has never been a novelty. Since around 13 years ago, it has been the routine work of the retiree and volunteer tour guide to lead residents and tourists to walk along the streets and alleys of Hong Kong, his hometown, viewing buildings up close and gaining a deep understanding of the local history and culture. More than five years ago, Ng began to work on a tour along the "Kowloon City in Transformation" Walking Trail, an urban renewal project in Hong Kong. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): NG LIKBO, Volunteer tour guide "My name is Ng Lik

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River Yamuna in Indian capital swells to highest recorded level

STORY: River Yamuna in Indian capital swells to highest recorded level DATELINE: July 13, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:18 LOCATION: New Delhi CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. Shot of India gate 2. various shots of overflowing Yamuna River 3. various shots of flooded houses and roads 4. various shots of shelter tent, relief camps and cars STORYLINE: River Yamuna in the Indian capital Delhi's territory swelled to a record level on Wednesday, with the water level of Yamuna recorded at 207.55 meters, according to India's central water commission. The level has broken the previous all-time record of 207.49 meters set in 1978. The river's danger mark is 204.5 meters. The Yamuna has flooded homes and markets, causing immense hardship to residents across the South Asian country. Many of them living near the river have moved to safer locations and some have shifted their belongings to the terraces of the buildings. The administration has issued a high alert, anticipating a rise in the water level and potential flood-lik

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Vlog: Experiencing China's low-altitude tourism in China's Anhui

STORY: Vlog: Experiencing China's low-altitude tourism in China's Anhui DATELINE: June 30, 2023 LENGTH: 0:01:21 LOCATION: HEFEI, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1 STANDUP (English): HE XIYUE, Xinhua correspondent STORYLINE: STANDUP (English): HE XIYUE, Xinhua correspondent "As China moves toward further opening up the low-altitude airspace for civilian use, low-altitude tourism has become a new leisure choice for many Chinese. Today let's experience China's low-altitude tourism together. Now we have boarded on this airplane, and the altitude here is now about 300 meters, we can see the landscape outside is very magnificent. The flight experience is very stable and safe, and even if you are sensitive to the height, you can still have a try of this special low-altitude flight. Okay, now I am back on the ground. And just now we have seen the beautiful landscape from the height of 300 meters in the air, and I believe that in the future more and more people will choose to travel in a small sports airplane lik

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(SP)CHINA-XINJIANG-TAXKORGAN-SPORT-GOAT-GRABBING GAME(CN)

(230412) -- TAXKORGAN, April 12, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Villagers ride yaks at a festive event in Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, March 21, 2023. Goat-grabbing game is a traditional folk sport widely practiced during festive days in Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County of China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. The game has been passed down through generations. Riders attempt to grab a processed goatskin while riding yaks in this game. In 2009, the game was recognized and included in the list of intangible cultural heritage of Xinjiang. The 44-year-old Bijiang Bigwazi is an inheritor of this intangible cultural heritage. Ever since he was 14 years old, he has been learning from his father how to play the game. Nowadays, he also participates in major festivals organized by the local government to showcase the charm of this unique sport as a way to boost the local tourism. "Goat-grabbing is a sport for the brave. Since yaks are not very tame, riders are lik

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Xinjiang, My home: Dilya's colorful life at kindergarten

STORY: Xinjiang, My home: Dilya's colorful life at kindergarten DATELINE: March 2, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:34 LOCATION: URUMQI, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of kids playing in the Kindergarten 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): HEIRIGUL, Teacher 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): HEIRIGUL, Teacher 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): HEIRIGUL, Teacher　 5. SOUNDBITE 4 (Chinese): DILYA ADIR 6. SOUNDBITE 5 (Chinese): HEIRIGUL, Teacher　 7. SOUNDBITE 6 (Chinese): Dilya's mom STORYLINE: Dilya Adir is a kindergarten student in Jimusar County, China's Xinjiang. What's kindergarten like in the little boy's eyes? Click for his story. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): HEIRIGUL, Teacher "Hello, everyone. My name is Heirigul. I am a teacher of Class 8 of the No. 2 Kindergarten of Jimusar County, Changji Prefecture. I love being a preschool teacher. I feel so happy to be with these cute children every day." SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): HEIRIGUL, Teacher "Hello, kids. Hello, teacher. Today, we'll play construction games together. What's kindergarten lik

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World premiere of 'Plastic City' movie set for March 14 in Tokyo

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese actor Joe Odagiri (R) and Hong Kong actor Anthony Wong speak at a press conference at the Foreign Correspondents' Club of Japan on Feb. 3. A movie titled ''Plastic City'' starring Odagiri and Wong will premiere in Tokyo on March 14. Yu Lik-wai of Hong Kong who directed the film said he wanted to depict the ''Asian experience'' through the interaction between Asian and Brazilian people.

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LAOS-VIENTIANE-MUANG FUENG-TOURISM-DAILY LIFE

(220621) -- VIENTIANE, June 21, 2022 (Xinhua) -- People take a boat in the Nam Lik River, in Muang Fueng, a rising tourist town some 100 km north of Lao capital Vientiane, June 17, 2022. (Photo by Kaikeo Saiyasane/Xinhua)

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LAOS-VIENTIANE-MUANG FUENG-TOURISM-DAILY LIFE

(220621) -- VIENTIANE, June 21, 2022 (Xinhua) -- People take a boat in the Nam Lik River, in Muang Fueng, a rising tourist town some 100 km north of Lao capital Vientiane, June 17, 2022. (Photo by Kaikeo Saiyasane/Xinhua)

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LAOS-VIENTIANE-MUANG FUENG-TOURISM-DAILY LIFE

(220621) -- VIENTIANE, June 21, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A man fishes in the Nam Lik River, in Muang Fueng, a rising tourist town some 100 km north of Lao capital Vientiane, June 17, 2022. (Photo by Kaikeo Saiyasane/Xinhua)

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Xinjiang, My Home: Chemical factory worker's colorful life

STORY: Xinjiang, My Home: Chemical factory worker's colorful life DATELINE: June 16, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:26 LOCATION: URUMQI, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of vlog of Gulinigir 2. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): GULINIGIR, Worker of a chemical factory STORYLINE: Gulinigir is a worker in a chemical factory in Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Xinjiang. She leads a colorful life as she enjoys reading, drawing and sightseeing. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): GULINIGIR "Hello, my name is Gulinigir. I was a medical school student but now I work in a chemical factory. It's a beautiful day today. Our factory produces polysilicon. This is where I work. I'm in charge of making sure the equipment operates smoothly. I also record data every day. If there is an emergency, I'll deal with it immediately and report to the monitor. Sometimes, I have my hands full, while sometimes, I can snatch a little free time. Now, I'm going to the tea room to have a cake. In my spare time, I like drawing and reading. I lik

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Plastic City; Dangkou (2008)

Jo Odagiri Characters: Kirin Film: Plastic City; Dangkou (DANG KOU) Chn/Br/Hk/Jp 2008, Director: Nelson Yu Lik-Wai 08 September 2008 Date: 08 September 2008

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Thunderbolt; Ppik Lik Foh (1995)

Jackie Chan Characters: Chan Foh To (Alfred Tung in US version) Film: Thunderbolt; Ppik Lik Foh (Pik lik foh) Hk 1995, Director: Gordon Chan 05 August 1995 Date: 05 August 1995

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Thunderbolt; Ppik Lik Foh (1995)

Jackie Chan Characters: CHAN FOH TO Film: Thunderbolt; Ppik Lik Foh (Pik lik foh) Hk 1995, Director: Gordon Chan 05 August 1995 Date: 05 August 1995

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Thunderbolt; Ppik Lik Foh (1995)

Jackie Chan Characters: CHAN FOH TO Film: Thunderbolt; Ppik Lik Foh (Pik lik foh) Hk 1995, Director: Gordon Chan 05 August 1995 Date: 05 August 1995

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Been Down So Long It Looks Lik (1971)

Barry Primus Film: Been Down So Long It Looks Like Up To Me (1970) Director: Jeffrey Young 15 September 1971 Date: 15 September 1971

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World premiere of 'Plastic City' movie set for March 14 in Tokyo

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese actor Joe Odagiri (R) and Hong Kong actor Anthony Wong speak at a press conference at the Foreign Correspondents' Club of Japan on Feb. 3. A movie titled ''Plastic City'' starring Odagiri and Wong will premiere in Tokyo on March 14. Yu Lik-wai of Hong Kong who directed the film said he wanted to depict the ''Asian experience'' through the interaction between Asian and Brazilian people. (Kyodo)