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US: Unoccupied Homes in Buxton, NC Collapse Amid Rough Seas From Offshore Hurricanes 2

On Tuesday, September 30, at least five unoccupied oceanfront homes in Buxton, North Carolina, collapsed into the Atlantic due to rough surf driven by offshore hurricanes Humberto and Imelda. Another home fell the following morning, bringing the total to six this week and 18 on Hatteras Island since 2020. No injuries were reported, but authorities closed parts of Cape Hatteras National Seashore due to dangerous debris.

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CHINA-BEIJING-CENTRAL AXIS-UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE-CULTURAL RELICS-PROTECTION (CN)

(240727) -- BEIJING, July 27, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Chen Geng (1st, L) checks the humidity of the base of a gate at the Temple of Heaven, a heritage component on the Beijing Central Axis, in Beijing, capital of China, July 19, 2024. Interested in traditional architecture since childhood, Chen Geng works now at the administration of the Temple of Heaven in Beijing, with a major duty of daily check, maintenance and protection of the cultural relics in the temple. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on Saturday announced the inclusion of the Beijing Central Axis: A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital, into its world heritage list. Beijing Central Axis, initially established in the 13th century and formed in the 16th century, runs through the old city of Beijing from north to south. It has become the longest urban axis in the world today, spanning 7.8 kilometers. The heritage area of the Beijing Central Axis covers 589 hec

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CHINA-BEIJING-CENTRAL AXIS-LISTED UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE (CN)

(240727) -- BEIJING, July 27, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Joggers run past the Shenwu Gate of the Forbidden City in Beijing, capital of China, June 22, 2024. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on Saturday announced the inclusion of the Beijing Central Axis: A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital, into its world heritage list. So far, China has a total of 59 World Heritage Sites. Beijing Central Axis, initially established in the 13th century and formed in the 16th century, runs through the old city of Beijing from north to south. It has become the longest urban axis in the world today, spanning 7.8 kilometers. The heritage area of the Beijing Central Axis covers 589 hectares, with a buffer zone of 4,542 hectares. Its location, layout, urban form, and design reflect the ancient Chinese tradition of urban planning, serving as an important emblem that highlights the distinctive characteristics of Chinese civilization. Photo by

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CHINA-BEIJING-CENTRAL AXIS-LISTED UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE (CN)

(240727) -- BEIJING, July 27, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on July 17, 2024 shows a view of the Zhengyangmen Gate arrow tower in Beijing, capital of China. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on Saturday announced the inclusion of the Beijing Central Axis: A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital, into its world heritage list. So far, China has a total of 59 World Heritage Sites. Beijing Central Axis, initially established in the 13th century and formed in the 16th century, runs through the old city of Beijing from north to south. It has become the longest urban axis in the world today, spanning 7.8 kilometers. The heritage area of the Beijing Central Axis covers 589 hectares, with a buffer zone of 4,542 hectares. Its location, layout, urban form, and design reflect the ancient Chinese tradition of urban planning, serving as an important emblem that highlights the distinctive characteristics of Chinese civilizat

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CHINA-BEIJING-CENTRAL AXIS-LISTED UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE (CN)

(240727) -- BEIJING, July 27, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken from Yongdingmen Gate shows a view of the Beijing Central Axis in Beijing, capital of China, on July 18, 2024. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on Saturday announced the inclusion of the Beijing Central Axis: A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital, into its world heritage list. So far, China has a total of 59 World Heritage Sites. Beijing Central Axis, initially established in the 13th century and formed in the 16th century, runs through the old city of Beijing from north to south. It has become the longest urban axis in the world today, spanning 7.8 kilometers. The heritage area of the Beijing Central Axis covers 589 hectares, with a buffer zone of 4,542 hectares. Its location, layout, urban form, and design reflect the ancient Chinese tradition of urban planning, serving as an important emblem that highlights the distinctive characteristics of Chi

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CHINA-BEIJING-CENTRAL AXIS-LISTED UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE (CN)

(240727) -- BEIJING, July 27, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on May 31, 2024 shows the Chairman Mao Memorial Hall, Zhengyangmen Gate and Zhengyangmen arrow tower (L to R) in Beijing, capital of China. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on Saturday announced the inclusion of the Beijing Central Axis: A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital, into its world heritage list. So far, China has a total of 59 World Heritage Sites. Beijing Central Axis, initially established in the 13th century and formed in the 16th century, runs through the old city of Beijing from north to south. It has become the longest urban axis in the world today, spanning 7.8 kilometers. The heritage area of the Beijing Central Axis covers 589 hectares, with a buffer zone of 4,542 hectares. Its location, layout, urban form, and design reflect the ancient Chinese tradition of urban planning, serving as an important emblem that highlights the disti

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CHINA-BEIJING-CENTRAL AXIS-LISTED UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE (CN)

(240727) -- BEIJING, July 27, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A bullet train runs past Yongdingmen Gate in Beijing, capital of China, July 18, 2024. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on Saturday announced the inclusion of the Beijing Central Axis: A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital, into its world heritage list. So far, China has a total of 59 World Heritage Sites. Beijing Central Axis, initially established in the 13th century and formed in the 16th century, runs through the old city of Beijing from north to south. It has become the longest urban axis in the world today, spanning 7.8 kilometers. The heritage area of the Beijing Central Axis covers 589 hectares, with a buffer zone of 4,542 hectares. Its location, layout, urban form, and design reflect the ancient Chinese tradition of urban planning, serving as an important emblem that highlights the distinctive characteristics of Chinese civilization. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAP

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CHINA-BEIJING-CENTRAL AXIS-LISTED UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE (CN)

(240727) -- BEIJING, July 27, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on July 21, 2024 shows Qianmen Street and Yongdingmen Gate in the distance seen from the Zhengyangmen Gate arrow tower in Beijing, capital of China. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on Saturday announced the inclusion of the Beijing Central Axis: A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital, into its world heritage list. So far, China has a total of 59 World Heritage Sites. Beijing Central Axis, initially established in the 13th century and formed in the 16th century, runs through the old city of Beijing from north to south. It has become the longest urban axis in the world today, spanning 7.8 kilometers. The heritage area of the Beijing Central Axis covers 589 hectares, with a buffer zone of 4,542 hectares. Its location, layout, urban form, and design reflect the ancient Chinese tradition of urban planning, serving as an important emblem that highlights

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CHINA-BEIJING-CENTRAL AXIS-LISTED UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE (CN)

(240727) -- BEIJING, July 27, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Tourists are seen at the Wumen Gate of the Forbidden City in Beijing, capital of China, July 16, 2024. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on Saturday announced the inclusion of the Beijing Central Axis: A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital, into its world heritage list. So far, China has a total of 59 World Heritage Sites. Beijing Central Axis, initially established in the 13th century and formed in the 16th century, runs through the old city of Beijing from north to south. It has become the longest urban axis in the world today, spanning 7.8 kilometers. The heritage area of the Beijing Central Axis covers 589 hectares, with a buffer zone of 4,542 hectares. Its location, layout, urban form, and design reflect the ancient Chinese tradition of urban planning, serving as an important emblem that highlights the distinctive characteristics of Chinese civilization. Photo

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CHINA-BEIJING-CENTRAL AXIS-UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE-RUNNING ENTHUSIASTS (CN)

(240727) -- BEIJING, July 27, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Running enthusiasts warm up in front of a bookstore at Di'anmen Gate in Beijing, capital of China, July 20, 2024. The Beijing Central Axis is a running route full of cultural vibe in the eyes of running enthusiasts. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on Saturday announced the inclusion of the Beijing Central Axis: A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital, into its world heritage list. Beijing Central Axis, initially established in the 13th century and formed in the 16th century, runs through the old city of Beijing from north to south. It has become the longest urban axis in the world today, spanning 7.8 kilometers. The heritage area of the Beijing Central Axis covers 589 hectares, with a buffer zone of 4,542 hectares. Its location, layout, urban form, and design reflect the ancient Chinese tradition of urban planning, serving as an important emblem that highlights the

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CHINA-BEIJING-CENTRAL AXIS-LISTED UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE (CN)

(240727) -- BEIJING, July 27, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on July 21, 2024 shows Qianmen Street and Yongdingmen Gate in the distance seen from the Zhengyangmen Gate arrow tower in Beijing, capital of China. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on Saturday announced the inclusion of the Beijing Central Axis: A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital, into its world heritage list. So far, China has a total of 59 World Heritage Sites. Beijing Central Axis, initially established in the 13th century and formed in the 16th century, runs through the old city of Beijing from north to south. It has become the longest urban axis in the world today, spanning 7.8 kilometers. The heritage area of the Beijing Central Axis covers 589 hectares, with a buffer zone of 4,542 hectares. Its location, layout, urban form, and design reflect the ancient Chinese tradition of urban planning, serving as an important emblem that highlights

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(Focus)CHINA-BEIJING-CENTRAL AXIS-LISTED UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE (CN)

(240727) -- BEIJING, July 27, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on July 17, 2024 shows the Duanmen Gate, or the north entrance to the Forbidden City in Beijing, capital of China. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on Saturday announced the inclusion of the Beijing Central Axis: A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital, into its world heritage list. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Chen Zhonghao)

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CHINA-BEIJING-CENTRAL AXIS-DRAGON-ELEMENTS (CN)

(240206) -- BEIJING, Feb. 6, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 23, 2024 shows ridge beasts on the roof of an ancient building in the courtyard of Shouhuang Hall in Jingshan park in Beijing, capital of China. First created in the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368), the Beijing Central Axis, or Zhongzhouxian, stretches 7.8 kilometers between the Yongding Gate in the south of the city and the Drum Tower and Bell Tower in the north. Gates, palaces, temples, squares and gardens of the old city are all linked up to the axis. As the Spring Festival of the Year of the Dragon approaches, many festive elements with the theme of "dragon" have been spotted at the axis of Beijing, bringing citizens and tourists a journey of "dragon" culture through ancient and modern times. (Xinhua/Chen Zhonghao)

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CHINA-BEIJING-CULTURE-CENTRAL AXIS (CN)

(230613) -- BEIJING, June 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People walk past a bookstore established in a historic building on Di'anmenwai Street in Beijing, capital of China, June 11, 2023. First created in the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368), the Beijing Central Axis, or Zhongzhouxian, stretches 7.8 kilometers between the Yongding Gate (Yongdingmen) in the south of the city and the Drum Tower and Bell Tower in the north. Most of the major old-city buildings of Beijing sit along this axis. Fourteen historical places along the axis, including Qianmen, the Forbidden City, Jingshan Park, the Drum and Bell Towers, and Tian'anmen Square have been identified as the key heritage sites. (Xinhua/Chen Zhonghao)

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Osaka Station City opens

OSAKA, Japan - Photo taken on May 4, 2011, shows Osaka Station City, which is composed of the new JR Osaka Station (C), North Gate Building (L) and South Gate Building (R), both commercial buildings, which opened for operation the same day. The facility, which includes two department stores, has a total store dimension of 134 thousand square meters, the largest in the country.

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Chinese police seize asylum seeker, hit S. Korean diplomat

BEIJING, China - Chinese security officers and officials at the South Korean Embassy in Beijing clash in front of a police guard box next to the embassy's main gate on June 13 as the security officers attempted to drag away a North Korean asylum seeker. Two North Korean asylum seekers entered the consulate office with one of them successfully entering the building.

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Indian heatwave may hit wheat output, inflation, growth: Moody's growth

STORY: Indian heatwave may hit wheat output, inflation, growth: Moody's DATELINE: May 24, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:59 LOCATION: New Delhi CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of India gate 2. various of wheat farming field 3. various of farmers working in the field 4. various of crop harvesting 5. various of wheat 6. various of Reserve Bank of India building STORYLINE: The prevailing heatwave in India, particularly in the north, west and central parts, might lead to a curb in the yield of wheat crops, besides contributing to inflation and adversely affecting the overall growth, the Moody's rating agency said in a report on Sunday. Notably, the major wheat-growing states in India are Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and parts of Uttar Pradesh. Over the past couple of weeks, mercury in these states has risen to over 45 degrees Celsius, thus throwing normal life out of gear as people keep themselves indoors, particularly during the daytime. Due to the prevailing heatwave in north and western

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Cherry trees at Ueno Park

The Ministry of Agriculture and Science sponsored an exhibition of silk cocoons, raw silk, textiles, pottery, and lacquerware from April 1, 1885. The buildings in the background are the exhibition halls. The building in front is the First Exhibition Building, and the one behind it the Second Exhibition Building. This photograph was taken in 1885 in front of the torii gate of Toshogu Shrine, looking north. Although not visible, there is a museum (present-day Tokyo National Museum) at the end of the road.==Date:unknown, Place:Tokyo, Photo:unknown, (Credit:Nagasaki University Library/Kyodo News Images) [Cabinet Number86‐1‐0]

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Wisterias in Kasuga Shrine

This photo captures the inside of the west corridor surrounding the main hall of Kasuga Taqisha Shrine from around the Naijimon Gate, which is also the north gate when facing east slightly northerly direction. Iden stands west of the corridor and there is Houko, a 2 x 2 bay building with itakura style, north of it. This photo was taken when wisteria flowers blossomed.==Date:unknown, Place:Nara, Photo:unknown, (Credit:Nagasaki University Library/Kyodo News Images) [Cabinet Number85‐22‐0]

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Nagoya Castle

The north-northeastern part of the dungeon of Nagoya Castle seen from Ofukemaru. The castle tower is in the centre. Part of the Fumyo Gate and tamon wall are to the left. A small tower is visible in the rear to the right. The building in front stands in Ofukemaru. This photograph was probably taken after 1878, when the golden shachi (mythical carp) were returned to the tower top but before the Nobi Earthquake of 1891.==Date:unknown, Place:Nagoya, Photo:unknown, (Credit:Nagasaki University Library/Kyodo News Images) [Cabinet Number56‐21‐2]

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The Chokugaku-mon Gate of Yusho-in Reibyo, Zojoji Temple, Shiba

Yusho-in Reibyo(the tomb of Shogun Ietsugu) was located next to Bunsho-in Reibyo(the tomb of his father Ienobu) on the north side of Zojoji. The right building inside of the gate is Shoro(the bell tower).==Date:unknown, Place:Tokyo, Photo:unknown, (Credit:Nagasaki University Library/Kyodo News Images) [Cabinet Number31‐34‐0]

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Wisterias in Kasuga Shrine

This photo captures the inside of the west corridor surrounding the main hall of Kasuga Taqisha Shrine from around the Naijimon Gate, which is also the north gate when facing east slightly northerly direction. Iden stands west of the corridor and there is Houko, a 2 x 2 bay building with itakura style, north of it. This photo was taken when wisteria flowers blossomed.==Date:unknown, Place:Nara, Photo:Ogawa Kazumasa, (Credit:Nagasaki University Library/Kyodo News Images) [Cabinet Number6‐4‐0]

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Osaka Station City opens

OSAKA, Japan - Photo taken on May 4, 2011, shows Osaka Station City, which is composed of the new JR Osaka Station (C), North Gate Building (L) and South Gate Building (R), both commercial buildings, which opened for operation the same day. The facility, which includes two department stores, has a total store dimension of 134 thousand square meters, the largest in the country. (Kyodo)

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Chinese police seize asylum seeker, hit S. Korean diplomat

BEIJING, China - Chinese security officers and officials at the South Korean Embassy in Beijing clash in front of a police guard box next to the embassy's main gate on June 13 as the security officers attempted to drag away a North Korean asylum seeker. Two North Korean asylum seekers entered the consulate office with one of them successfully entering the building.