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UK: Wildfire Erupts at Headon Warren on the Isle of Wight

A wildfire broke out at Headon Warren on the Isle of Wight on Thursday, 23 July, spreading across 25 hectares of protected heathland. The cause remains unknown as firefighters continue battling the blaze.

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Indian PM Modi thanks countrymen for expressing trust in his ruling alliance

STORY: Indian PM Modi thanks countrymen for expressing trust in his ruling alliance SHOOTING TIME: June 4, 2024 DATELINE: June 5, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:50 LOCATION: New Delhi CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of India gate 2. various of ruling party celebration 3. various of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi STORYLINE: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday thanked the countrymen for placing trust in the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) led by his Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for a third consecutive term. Taking to the social platform X, formerly Twitter, Modi said that it was an unprecedented moment in the history of India. "The people of the country have expressed their trust in the NDA for the third consecutive time. This is an unprecedented moment in the history of India," Modi posted on X. "I assure the countrymen that to fulfil their aspirations, we will move forward with new energy, new enthusiasm and new resolves," he wrote. Even as the counting of votes was

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FRANCE-PARIS-CHINA-FORUM

(240504) -- PARIS, May 4, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Eric Alauzet, president of the France-China Friendship Group of the French National Assembly, speaks at a forum on the development of people-to-people and cultural exchanges between China and France, in Paris, France, May 4, 2024. The forum was held here on Saturday, in a bid to boost cooperation and mutual learning. This year marks the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and France and is also the China-France Year of Culture and Tourism. The participants agreed that strengthening cultural exchanges and cooperation between China and France will not only help broaden consensus and deepen mutual trust, but also promote the two great civilizations and other civilizations worldwide to achieve each other and to rejuvenate with fresh vitality in the new era. (Xinhua/Ren Pengfei)

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Peace Forum Diner at the Elysee Palace - Paris

Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress Chinese Ding Zhongli arrives at the dinner in honour of the Heads of State and Government and leaders of international organisations participating in the 6th Paris Peace Forum, at the presidential Elysee Palace in Paris on November 9, 2023. Representatives from states, international organisations, businesses, development banks or NGOs are expected to attend the event, held from November 10 to 11, 2023. This year's themes are protection of the planet and people, trust and safety in the digital world, sustainable development, crafting peace and building a safer world. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Peace Forum Diner at the Elysee Palace - Paris

Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress Chinese Ding Zhongli arrives at the dinner in honour of the Heads of State and Government and leaders of international organisations participating in the 6th Paris Peace Forum, at the presidential Elysee Palace in Paris on November 9, 2023. Representatives from states, international organisations, businesses, development banks or NGOs are expected to attend the event, held from November 10 to 11, 2023. This year's themes are protection of the planet and people, trust and safety in the digital world, sustainable development, crafting peace and building a safer world. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Peace Forum Diner at the Elysee Palace - Paris

Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress Chinese Ding Zhongli arrives at the dinner in honour of the Heads of State and Government and leaders of international organisations participating in the 6th Paris Peace Forum, at the presidential Elysee Palace in Paris on November 9, 2023. Representatives from states, international organisations, businesses, development banks or NGOs are expected to attend the event, held from November 10 to 11, 2023. This year's themes are protection of the planet and people, trust and safety in the digital world, sustainable development, crafting peace and building a safer world. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Peace Forum Diner at the Elysee Palace - Paris

Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress Chinese Ding Zhongli arrives at the dinner in honour of the Heads of State and Government and leaders of international organisations participating in the 6th Paris Peace Forum, at the presidential Elysee Palace in Paris on November 9, 2023. Representatives from states, international organisations, businesses, development banks or NGOs are expected to attend the event, held from November 10 to 11, 2023. This year's themes are protection of the planet and people, trust and safety in the digital world, sustainable development, crafting peace and building a safer world. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Peace Forum Diner at the Elysee Palace - Paris

Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress Chinese Ding Zhongli arrives at the dinner in honour of the Heads of State and Government and leaders of international organisations participating in the 6th Paris Peace Forum, at the presidential Elysee Palace in Paris on November 9, 2023. Representatives from states, international organisations, businesses, development banks or NGOs are expected to attend the event, held from November 10 to 11, 2023. This year's themes are protection of the planet and people, trust and safety in the digital world, sustainable development, crafting peace and building a safer world. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Peace Forum Diner at the Elysee Palace - Paris

Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress Chinese Ding Zhongli arrives at the dinner in honour of the Heads of State and Government and leaders of international organisations participating in the 6th Paris Peace Forum, at the presidential Elysee Palace in Paris on November 9, 2023. Representatives from states, international organisations, businesses, development banks or NGOs are expected to attend the event, held from November 10 to 11, 2023. This year's themes are protection of the planet and people, trust and safety in the digital world, sustainable development, crafting peace and building a safer world. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Peace Forum Diner at the Elysee Palace - Paris

Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress Chinese Ding Zhongli arrives at the dinner in honour of the Heads of State and Government and leaders of international organisations participating in the 6th Paris Peace Forum, at the presidential Elysee Palace in Paris on November 9, 2023. Representatives from states, international organisations, businesses, development banks or NGOs are expected to attend the event, held from November 10 to 11, 2023. This year's themes are protection of the planet and people, trust and safety in the digital world, sustainable development, crafting peace and building a safer world. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Peace Forum Diner at the Elysee Palace - Paris

Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress Chinese Ding Zhongli arrives at the dinner in honour of the Heads of State and Government and leaders of international organisations participating in the 6th Paris Peace Forum, at the presidential Elysee Palace in Paris on November 9, 2023. Representatives from states, international organisations, businesses, development banks or NGOs are expected to attend the event, held from November 10 to 11, 2023. This year's themes are protection of the planet and people, trust and safety in the digital world, sustainable development, crafting peace and building a safer world. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Peace Forum Diner at the Elysee Palace - Paris

Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress Chinese Ding Zhongli arrives at the dinner in honour of the Heads of State and Government and leaders of international organisations participating in the 6th Paris Peace Forum, at the presidential Elysee Palace in Paris on November 9, 2023. Representatives from states, international organisations, businesses, development banks or NGOs are expected to attend the event, held from November 10 to 11, 2023. This year's themes are protection of the planet and people, trust and safety in the digital world, sustainable development, crafting peace and building a safer world. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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U.S.-WASHINGTON, D.C.-NATIONAL AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM

(230810) -- WASHINGTON, D.C., Aug. 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A visitor looks at U.S. astronaut Neil Armstrong's Apollo 11 spacesuit at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington D.C., the United States, on Aug. 10, 2023. The National Air and Space Museum holds in trust over 60,000 artifacts. The museum's main building opened on the National Mall in 1976. (Xinhua/Liu Jie)

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U.S.-WASHINGTON, D.C.-NATIONAL AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM

(230810) -- WASHINGTON, D.C., Aug. 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on Aug. 10, 2023 shows exhibits at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C., the United States. The National Air and Space Museum holds in trust over 60,000 artifacts. The museum's main building opened on the National Mall in 1976. (Xinhua/Liu Jie)

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U.S.-WASHINGTON, D.C.-NATIONAL AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM

(230810) -- WASHINGTON, D.C., Aug. 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on Aug. 10, 2023 shows exhibits at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C., the United States. The National Air and Space Museum holds in trust over 60,000 artifacts. The museum's main building opened on the National Mall in 1976. (Xinhua/Liu Jie)

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U.S.-WASHINGTON, D.C.-NATIONAL AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM

(230810) -- WASHINGTON, D.C., Aug. 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on Aug. 10, 2023 shows exhibits at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C., the United States. The National Air and Space Museum holds in trust over 60,000 artifacts. The museum's main building opened on the National Mall in 1976. (Xinhua/Liu Jie)

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U.S.-WASHINGTON, D.C.-NATIONAL AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM

(230810) -- WASHINGTON, D.C., Aug. 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on Aug. 10, 2023 shows exhibits at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C., the United States. The National Air and Space Museum holds in trust over 60,000 artifacts. The museum's main building opened on the National Mall in 1976. (Xinhua/Liu Jie)

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U.S.-WASHINGTON, D.C.-NATIONAL AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM

(230810) -- WASHINGTON, D.C., Aug. 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on Aug. 10, 2023 shows exhibits at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C., the United States. The National Air and Space Museum holds in trust over 60,000 artifacts. The museum's main building opened on the National Mall in 1976. (Xinhua/Liu Jie)

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U.S.-WASHINGTON, D.C.-NATIONAL AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM

(230810) -- WASHINGTON, D.C., Aug. 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Visitors look at the Apollo 11 command module at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington D.C., the United States, on Aug. 10, 2023. The National Air and Space Museum holds in trust over 60,000 artifacts. The museum's main building opened on the National Mall in 1976. (Xinhua/Liu Jie)

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U.S.-WASHINGTON, D.C.-NATIONAL AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM

(230810) -- WASHINGTON, D.C., Aug. 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on Aug. 10, 2023 shows the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C., the United States. The National Air and Space Museum holds in trust over 60,000 artifacts. The museum's main building opened on the National Mall in 1976. (Xinhua/Liu Jie)

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REPUBLIC OF CONGO-POINTE-NOIRE-CHINESE NAVY-VISIT

(230715) -- BRAZZAVILLE, July 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Charles Richard Mondjo, Congolese minister of National Defense, inspects an honor guard of the Chinese naval fleet at the port of Pointe-Noire, economic capital of the Republic of the Congo, July 14, 2023. The visit of the Chinese naval fleet to the Republic of the Congo showcases friendship and mutual trust between the two countries, with both committed to addressing regional and global security challenges, including the Gulf of Guinea, said Congolese minister of National Defense Charles Richard Mondjo. The Congolese minister made this remark Friday during the arrival ceremony of the Chinese naval fleet at the port of Pointe-Noire, Congo's economic capital, for a friendship visit starting the day. (Photo by Wu Kangci/Xinhua)

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REPUBLIC OF CONGO-POINTE-NOIRE-CHINESE NAVY-VISIT

(230715) -- BRAZZAVILLE, July 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on July 14, 2023 shows Chinese navy crew members waving at people ashore upon arrival at the port of Pointe-Noire, economic capital of the Republic of the Congo. The visit of the Chinese naval fleet to the Republic of the Congo showcases friendship and mutual trust between the two countries, with both committed to addressing regional and global security challenges, including the Gulf of Guinea, said Congolese minister of National Defense Charles Richard Mondjo. The Congolese minister made this remark Friday during the arrival ceremony of the Chinese naval fleet at the port of Pointe-Noire, Congo's economic capital, for a friendship visit starting the day. (Photo by Liu Zhehao/Xinhua)

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REPUBLIC OF CONGO-POINTE-NOIRE-CHINESE NAVY-VISIT

(230715) -- BRAZZAVILLE, July 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on July 14, 2023 shows a vessel of the Chinese naval fleet approaching the port of Pointe-Noire, economic capital of the Republic of the Congo. The visit of the Chinese naval fleet to the Republic of the Congo showcases friendship and mutual trust between the two countries, with both committed to addressing regional and global security challenges, including the Gulf of Guinea, said Congolese minister of National Defense Charles Richard Mondjo. The Congolese minister made this remark Friday during the arrival ceremony of the Chinese naval fleet at the port of Pointe-Noire, Congo's economic capital, for a friendship visit starting the day. (Photo by Wu Kangci/Xinhua)

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Erdogan calls on Sweden to "keep promises" for NATO bid

STORY: Erdogan calls on Sweden to "keep promises" for NATO bid DATELINE: July 8, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:58 LOCATION: ISTANBUL, Türkiye CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. Istanbul city 2. various of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan delivering a speech at the National Defense University graduation ceremony 3. Soundbite (Turkish): RECEP TAYYIP ERDOGAN, Turkish President 4. various of the meeting between the Turkish and Swedish delegations in Ankara, Türkiye (FILE) 5. various of headquarters of NATO STORYLINE: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan Friday reaffirmed that his country would not green-light Sweden's accession to NATO unless the Nordic country adopted a firm stance against "terror groups." SOUNDBITE (Turkish): RECEP TAYYIP ERDOGAN, Turkish President "How can a state that doesn't distance itself from terror organizations contribute to NATO? How can Türkiye trust a country where terrorists are running wild on its streets? How can those who don't fight against terrorism fight against the enemies of t

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Newton's apple tree in Shanghai blossoms outdoors for first time

STORY: Newton's apple tree in Shanghai blossoms outdoors for first time DATELINE: April 15, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:05 LOCATION: SHANGHAI, China CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of Newton's apple tree STORYLINE: The Newton's apple tree grown at Shanghai Chenshan Botanical Garden has blossomed for the first time after being transplanted outdoors recently. The apple tree, which was transplanted to the mine garden last year and displayed to the public, has now entered its flowering period under the careful care of horticultural experts. Newton's apple tree is a national cultural relic in the UK, managed by the UK National Trust. In March 2015, with the support of the Shanghai Association for Science and Technology, five branches of Newton's apple tree introduced from the UK were successfully grafted at the Chenshan Botanical Garden in Shanghai. After eight years of careful care, the apple tree has grown vigorously and has bloomed multiple times. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Shangh

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S. Korea's opposition party calls on presidential office to immediately verify U.S. eavesdropping report

STORY: S. Korea's opposition party calls on presidential office to immediately verify U.S. eavesdropping report DATELINE: April 11, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:48 LOCATION: Seoul CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Presidential Office 2. various of the main opposition Democratic Party's meeting STORYLINE: South Korea's main opposition Democratic Party (DP) on Monday urged the presidential office to immediately demand "clear information" from Washington on media reports about alleged attempts by the United States to eavesdrop on the South Korean government. Rep. Park Hong-keun, floor leader of the DP, was quoted by Yonhap news agency as saying that "if the report is true, it would be an action that can never be acceptable between allies of 70 years, and an infringement of sovereignty and diplomatic foul play that breaks the bilateral trust head-on." Park requested the National Assembly to immediately convene meetings of its foreign affairs, intelligence and defense committees to discuss the matter. Lee

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Xi stresses contributing to building great country, national rejuvenation

STORY: Xi stresses contributing to building great country, national rejuvenation DATELINE: March 13, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:50 LOCATION: Beijing CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Great Hall of the People 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): XI JINPING, Chinese President 3. various of the meeting 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): XI JINPING, Chinese President 5. various of China STORYLINE: Xi Jinping stresses contributing to building great country, national rejuvenation March 13, 2023 Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a speech at the closing meeting of the first session of the 14th National People's Congress (NPC) SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): XI JINPING, Chinese President "The people's trust is the biggest motivation that drives me to march on and a great responsibility I shoulder. I will faithfully fulfill my responsibilities bestowed by the Constitution, with the nation's needs as my mission and the people's interests my yardstick. I will perform my duty scrupulously, do my utmost, and prove worthy of the trust o

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31st World Book Fair kicks off in Indian capital

STORY: 31st World Book Fair kicks off in Indian capital DATELINE: Feb. 27, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:41 LOCATION: New Delhi CATEGORY: CULTURE/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of India gate 2. various of venue of World Book Fair 3. various of book stalls 4. various of books on display STORYLINE: The 31st edition of the New Delhi World Book Fair kicked off Saturday in India's capital New Delhi. The fair was held at Pragati Maidan, bringing together local and international publishers. The fair is organized by the National Book Trust (NBT), an autonomous organization of the Government of India under the Ministry of Education, in collaboration with the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO). The theme for this year's book fair is Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav to commemorate 75 years of India's independence. France is the guest of honor at this year's fair. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from New Delhi. (XHTV)

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Mutual trust, support solidify Cambodia-China ties: Cambodian officials

STORY: Mutual trust, support solidify Cambodia-China ties: Cambodian officials DATELINE: Feb. 10, 2023 LENGTH: 0:02:44 LOCATION: Phnom Penh CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Cambodia 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): PENN SOVICHEAT, Undersecretary of State and Spokesman, Cambodian Ministry of Commerce 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): PENN SOVICHEAT, Undersecretary of State and Spokesman, Cambodian Ministry of Commerce 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (Khmer): THONG KHON, Cambodia's Tourism Minister 5. SOUNDBITE 4 (English): LONG KOSAL, Deputy Director-General of Apsara National Authority STORYLINE: Over past years, mutual trust and support between Cambodia and China have largely consolidated bilateral relations, said Cambodian officials. According to the Undersecretary of State and Spokesman Penn Sovicheat from the Cambodian Ministry of Commerce, economic cooperation between the two countries has deepened under the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), and the Cambodia-China Free Trade Agreement (CCFTA). SOUNDBITE

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Ishikawa confident heading into 2nd U.S. PGA stint

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese teenage golfer Ryo Ishikawa (R) speaks to reporters at Narita International Airport, east of Tokyo, on Jan. 29, 2010, before departing for the United States. Ishikawa, 18, will play at the Northern Trust Open in California on Feb. 4 to 7 before going on to the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am in California and the Accenture Match Play Championship in Arizona in the following two weeks.

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Ishikawa confident heading into 2nd U.S. PGA stint

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese teenage golfer Ryo Ishikawa speaks to reporters at Narita International Airport, east of Tokyo, on Jan. 29, 2010, before departing for the United States. Ishikawa, 18, will play at the Northern Trust Open in California on Feb. 4 to 7 before going on to the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am in California and the Accenture Match Play Championship in Arizona in the following two weeks.

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Vories' structures facing crisis of deterioration

OMI-HACHIMAN, Japan - Participants in a symposium held by the Japan National Trust of Tokyo stand in front of the wooden-structured Zucker Haus in the city of Omi-Hachiman, Shiga Prefecture on Jan. 29, 2006.

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Opposition leader accuses Roh of damaging ties with U.S.

SEOUL, South Korea - South Korea's opposition Grand National Party leader Park Geun Hye criticized President Roh Moo Hyun on June 17 for pursuing policies toward the United States that she says have damaged bilateral trust with the country's closest ally. She made the criticism in an interview with Kyodo News.

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Nicaragua keen to export coffee to China

STORY: Nicaragua keen to export coffee to China DATELINE: Dec. 13, 2022 LENGTH: 0:01:16 LOCATION: Managua CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Nicaraguan coffee growers 2. SOUNDBITE (Spanish): EDUARDO ESCOBAR, Executive secretary of National Commission for Transformation and Development of Nicaraguan Coffee Farming 3. various of Nicaraguan coffee producing process STORYLINE: In the fertile mountains of Nicaragua, thousands of small-scale producers grow and process top-quality artisanal coffee. They produce 3.7 million quintals of coffee a year, of which 90 percent is exported. The coffee producers want to further diversify sales abroad and find a way into the Chinese market. SOUNDBITE (Spanish): EDUARDO ESCOBAR, Executive secretary of National Commission for Transformation and Development of Nicaraguan Coffee Farming "There is, let's say, a mutual gain as Nicaragua opens doors to the market in China because of the trust between the two countries, because of the years-long relationship, and of cours

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Nigeria launches donation portal to boost equal access to HIV treatment

STORY: Nigeria launches donation portal to boost equal access to HIV treatment DATELINE: Dec. 3, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:16 LOCATION: Abuja CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of an online platform for HIV/AIDS donation being unveiled by officials 2. various of officials at the launching ceremony 3. various of views of Abuja 4. various of Nigerians being attended to by a nurse at a primary health care center STORYLINE: Nigeria on Thursday launched an online donation portal to boost equal patient access to HIV/AIDS treatment in the most populous African country. The "HIV Trust Fund Online Donation Portal" was launched in the capital city of Abuja on World AIDS Day, with the authorities calling for a more robust response against the scourge of HIV through equal access to treatment and prevention. There was an urgent need to equalize access to essential HIV services, particularly for pregnant women, their partners, children, key populations and those often forgotten, said Gambo Aliyu, head of the National Age

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7 Chinese cities accredited as int'l wetland cities

STORY: 7 Chinese cities accredited int'l "Wetland Cities" DATELINE: Nov. 11, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:04 LOCATION: GENEVA, Switzerland/WUHAN, China CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. exterior view of the meeting venue in Geneva, Switzerland 2. various of the accreditation ceremony during the 14th Meeting of the Conference of the Contracting Parties (COP14) of the Ramsar Convention in Geneva, Switzerland 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): YANG ZEFA, Vice mayor of Wuhan 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): ALI OBAID AL DHAHERI, UAE Ambassador to China 5. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): CHRIS ROSTRON, Manager of Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) 6. SOUNDBITE 4 (English): JIM HARKNESS, China representative, U.S. National Geographic Society STORYLINE: Twenty-five cities from 13 countries, notably seven from China, were accredited on Thursday by the Ramsar Convention as international wetland cities. An accreditation ceremony was held during the 14th Meeting of the Conference of the Contracting Parties to the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands (COP14).

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Afghans take to streets protesting against U.S. decision on Afghanistan's assets

STORY: Afghans take to streets protesting against U.S. decision on Afghanistan's assets DATELINE: Sept. 18, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:18 LOCATION: Kabul CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Afghans taking to the streets protesting against the U.S. decision on Afghanistan's assets 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Dari): LALA AGHA, Organizer of protest 3. various of protesters on the streets in Kabul 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Pashto): RAFEUALLAH, Protester 5. various of protesters on the streets in Kabul STORYLINE: Hundreds of Afghans gathered in front of the former Afghanistan Human Rights Commission office in the capital city Kabul Saturday to protest against the U.S. recent announcement regarding transferring a part of Afghanistan's national reserves to a trust in Switzerland, calling for the full release of the assets. Holding placards and banners, the protesters chanted anti-U.S. slogans, blaming the United States for the ongoing humanitarian and economic crisis in Afghanistan. The protesters demanded the immediate, full release

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AFGHANISTAN-KABUL-STREET PROTEST

(220917) -- KABUL, Sept. 17, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Afghans take part in a protest in Kabul, capital of Afghanistan, Sept. 17, 2022. Hundreds of Afghans gathered in front of the former Afghanistan Human Rights Commission office in capital Kabul Saturday to protest against the U.S. recent announcement regarding transferring a part of Afghanistan's national reserves to a trust in Switzerland, calling the full release of the assets. Holding placards and banners, the protesters chanted anti-U.S. slogans, blaming the United States for the ongoing humanitarian and economic crisis in Afghanistan. (Photo by Saifurahman Safi/Xinhua)

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Chinese envoy calls for respect to state's right to choose human rights development path

STORY: Chinese envoy calls for respect to state's right to choose human rights development path DATELINE: Sept. 14, 2022 LENGTH: 00:00:44 LOCATION: GENEVA, Switzerland CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: various of the meetingChen Xu, China's permanent representative to the UN Office in Geneva, speaking STORYLINE: The United Nations (UN) human rights office should respect the right of each state to choose independently the path for human rights development in accordance with their national conditions, the Chinese Ambassador to the UN in Geneva said on Tuesday. Speaking on behalf of a group of more than 30 countries, Chen Xu, China's permanent representative to the UN Office in Geneva, told the 51st Session of the Human Rights Council that mutual trust and respect is vital to ensure successful cooperation between the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) and member states. Chen said that the ongoing resurgence of the COVID-19 pandemic exposes serious under-investment in economic, social

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