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Digital technology facilitates reading for visually impaired at library in China's Shanxi

STORY: Digital technology facilitates reading for visually impaired at library in China's Shanxi SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 27, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 20, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:25 LOCATION: TAIYUAN, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the library 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): REN XIANGSHU, Staff member, Shanxi Library 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): YANG XIA, Visitor at the library 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): REN XIANGSHU, Staff member, Shanxi Library 5. various of books STORYLINE: Shanxi Library in north China has employed digital technology to facilitate reading for visually impaired people. The braille reading area in the library, covering about 150 square meters, is equipped with devices like braille displays, magnifiers, and blind-friendly computers. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): REN XIANGSHU, Staff member, Shanxi Library "In 2018, we launched an initiative to promote digital reading for the visually impaired. We provided extensive training on intelligent audiobook players. Our services have been well-received, with h

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(ChineseToday) CHINA-TIANJIN-BEIJING-GREAT WALL-RESEARCHER (CN)

(231215) -- TIANJIN, Dec. 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Li Zhe monitors as he uses a drone to take photos of the Jiankou Great Wall section in Beijing, capital of China, Nov. 3, 2023. Li Zhe, 45, guest researcher at the School of Architecture at Tianjin University, dedicates his time to preserving images of the Great Wall, a cultural relic. In an effort to preserve the images of the Great Wall and ensure the sustainable use of the data, a research team with the School of Architecture at Tianjin University initiated a project in late 2018 that involves the use of the latest technology as drones to collect "the most complete possible real-scene three-dimensional images of the Great Wall". By capturing successive scanning-quality images and utilizing software to create three-dimensional models, this project produces indepth revelation of the relic site that can be applied in various research fields as discovery of hidden resources, showcasing cultural relics, investigating areas of damage, and analyzing the causes o

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(ChineseToday) CHINA-TIANJIN-BEIJING-GREAT WALL-RESEARCHER (CN)

(231215) -- TIANJIN, Dec. 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Li Zhe and a student conduct a field survey in Beijing, capital of China, Nov. 3, 2023. Li Zhe, 45, guest researcher at the School of Architecture at Tianjin University, dedicates his time to preserving images of the Great Wall, a cultural relic. In an effort to preserve the images of the Great Wall and ensure the sustainable use of the data, a research team with the School of Architecture at Tianjin University initiated a project in late 2018 that involves the use of the latest technology as drones to collect "the most complete possible real-scene three-dimensional images of the Great Wall". By capturing successive scanning-quality images and utilizing software to create three-dimensional models, this project produces indepth revelation of the relic site that can be applied in various research fields as discovery of hidden resources, showcasing cultural relics, investigating areas of damage, and analyzing the causes of harm. Over the past four years, Li Z

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(ChineseToday) CHINA-TIANJIN-BEIJING-GREAT WALL-RESEARCHER (CN)

(231215) -- TIANJIN, Dec. 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Li Zhe and a student conduct a field survey in Beijing, capital of China, Nov. 3, 2023. Li Zhe, 45, guest researcher at the School of Architecture at Tianjin University, dedicates his time to preserving images of the Great Wall, a cultural relic. In an effort to preserve the images of the Great Wall and ensure the sustainable use of the data, a research team with the School of Architecture at Tianjin University initiated a project in late 2018 that involves the use of the latest technology as drones to collect "the most complete possible real-scene three-dimensional images of the Great Wall". By capturing successive scanning-quality images and utilizing software to create three-dimensional models, this project produces indepth revelation of the relic site that can be applied in various research fields as discovery of hidden resources, showcasing cultural relics, investigating areas of damage, and analyzing the causes of harm. Over the past four years, Li Z

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(ChineseToday) CHINA-TIANJIN-BEIJING-GREAT WALL-RESEARCHER (CN)

(231215) -- TIANJIN, Dec. 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Li Zhe uses a drone to take photos of the Jiankou Great Wall section in Beijing, capital of China, Nov. 3, 2023. Li Zhe, 45, guest researcher at the School of Architecture at Tianjin University, dedicates his time to preserving images of the Great Wall, a cultural relic. In an effort to preserve the images of the Great Wall and ensure the sustainable use of the data, a research team with the School of Architecture at Tianjin University initiated a project in late 2018 that involves the use of the latest technology as drones to collect "the most complete possible real-scene three-dimensional images of the Great Wall". By capturing successive scanning-quality images and utilizing software to create three-dimensional models, this project produces indepth revelation of the relic site that can be applied in various research fields as discovery of hidden resources, showcasing cultural relics, investigating areas of damage, and analyzing the causes of harm. Over

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(ChineseToday) CHINA-TIANJIN-BEIJING-GREAT WALL-RESEARCHER (CN)

(231215) -- TIANJIN, Dec. 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Li Zhe prepares to fly a drone during a field survey in Beijing, capital of China, Nov. 3, 2023. Li Zhe, 45, guest researcher at the School of Architecture at Tianjin University, dedicates his time to preserving images of the Great Wall, a cultural relic. In an effort to preserve the images of the Great Wall and ensure the sustainable use of the data, a research team with the School of Architecture at Tianjin University initiated a project in late 2018 that involves the use of the latest technology as drones to collect "the most complete possible real-scene three-dimensional images of the Great Wall". By capturing successive scanning-quality images and utilizing software to create three-dimensional models, this project produces indepth revelation of the relic site that can be applied in various research fields as discovery of hidden resources, showcasing cultural relics, investigating areas of damage, and analyzing the causes of harm. Over the past four ye

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(ChineseToday) CHINA-TIANJIN-BEIJING-GREAT WALL-RESEARCHER (CN)

(231215) -- TIANJIN, Dec. 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Li Zhe (front) and a student walk to the Jiankou Great Wall section in Beijing, capital of China, Nov. 3, 2023. Li Zhe, 45, guest researcher at the School of Architecture at Tianjin University, dedicates his time to preserving images of the Great Wall, a cultural relic. In an effort to preserve the images of the Great Wall and ensure the sustainable use of the data, a research team with the School of Architecture at Tianjin University initiated a project in late 2018 that involves the use of the latest technology as drones to collect "the most complete possible real-scene three-dimensional images of the Great Wall". By capturing successive scanning-quality images and utilizing software to create three-dimensional models, this project produces indepth revelation of the relic site that can be applied in various research fields as discovery of hidden resources, showcasing cultural relics, investigating areas of damage, and analyzing the causes of harm. Over t

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(ChineseToday) CHINA-TIANJIN-BEIJING-GREAT WALL-RESEARCHER (CN)

(231215) -- TIANJIN, Dec. 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Li Zhe prepares to fly a drone during a field survey in Beijing, capital of China, Nov. 3, 2023. Li Zhe, 45, guest researcher at the School of Architecture at Tianjin University, dedicates his time to preserving images of the Great Wall, a cultural relic. In an effort to preserve the images of the Great Wall and ensure the sustainable use of the data, a research team with the School of Architecture at Tianjin University initiated a project in late 2018 that involves the use of the latest technology as drones to collect "the most complete possible real-scene three-dimensional images of the Great Wall". By capturing successive scanning-quality images and utilizing software to create three-dimensional models, this project produces indepth revelation of the relic site that can be applied in various research fields as discovery of hidden resources, showcasing cultural relics, investigating areas of damage, and analyzing the causes of harm. Over the past four ye

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(ChineseToday) CHINA-TIANJIN-BEIJING-GREAT WALL-RESEARCHER (CN)

(231215) -- TIANJIN, Dec. 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Li Zhe (R) and a student conduct a field survey in Beijing, capital of China, Nov. 3, 2023. Li Zhe, 45, guest researcher at the School of Architecture at Tianjin University, dedicates his time to preserving images of the Great Wall, a cultural relic. In an effort to preserve the images of the Great Wall and ensure the sustainable use of the data, a research team with the School of Architecture at Tianjin University initiated a project in late 2018 that involves the use of the latest technology as drones to collect "the most complete possible real-scene three-dimensional images of the Great Wall". By capturing successive scanning-quality images and utilizing software to create three-dimensional models, this project produces indepth revelation of the relic site that can be applied in various research fields as discovery of hidden resources, showcasing cultural relics, investigating areas of damage, and analyzing the causes of harm. Over the past four years,

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Pedro Sanchez sworn in as Spain's PM

STORY: Pedro Sanchez sworn in as Spain's PM SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 17, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 18, 2023 LENGTH: 0:00:51 LOCATION: Madrid CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez at Zarzuela Palace 2. SOUNDBITE (Spanish): PEDRO SANCHEZ, Spanish Prime Minister 3. various of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez at Zarzuela Palace STORYLINE: Pedro Sanchez was sworn in as Spanish prime minister in a brief ceremony with King Felipe VI of Spain at the royal residence on the outskirts of Madrid on Friday. The ceremony, held at the Palacio de la Zarzuela, was carried out two hours after Sanchez was confirmed as prime minister in the Official State Bulletin (BOE). As he did when being sworn in in 2018 and in 2020, Sanchez gave the oath on a copy of the Spanish Constitution, but without the presence of the bible or crucifix which previous prime ministers had used. SOUNDBITE (Spanish): PEDRO SANCHEZ, Spanish Prime Minister "I promise, for my conscience and honor, to loyally fulfill

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China becomes main pillar of innovation for Porsche: CEO of Porsche China

STORY: China becomes main pillar of innovation for Porsche: CEO of Porsche China SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 6, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 7, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:49 LOCATION: SHANGHAI, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the sixth China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai 2. various of the booth of Porsche 3. SOUNDBITE (English): MICHAEL KIRSCH, President and CEO of Porsche China STORYLINE: China has become a main pillar of innovation for Porsche because of the enlarged footprint of research and development in China, said Michael Kirsch, President and CEO of Porsche China during the sixth China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai. The German carmaker has attended the CIIE every year since its first edition in 2018. SOUNDBITE (English): MICHAEL KIRSCH, President and CEO of Porsche China "The CIIE is extremely important for Porsche out of many reasons, because we can present here our new technologies and innovations. It's our commitment to China, because we have been here since many years an

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Syrian company seeks to expand in Chinese market via upcoming CIIE

STORY: Syrian company seeks to expand in Chinese market via upcoming CIIE SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 2, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 4, 2023 LENGTH: 0:01:40 LOCATION: Damascus CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the BioCham store in Damascus 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): ROULA ALI ADEEB, Founder of BioCham company 3. various of the store 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): ROULA ALI ADEEB, Founder of BioCham company 5. various of the Damascus rose harvests in BioCham farm (file) 6. various of the BioCham factory (file) STORYLINE: Buoyed by the prospect of introducing a fresh brand image to the Chinese market, a Syrian businesswoman eagerly looks forward to the forthcoming China International Import Expo (CIIE). Roula Ali Adeeb, the founder of BioCham company for natural oil extracts, has been participating in the CIIE since its inception in 2018. She told Xinhua her participation has been instrumental in catapulting her brand into the bustling Chinese market. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): ROULA ALI ADEEB, Founder of BioCham company "

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InShanghai Openmic: Suzano Asia President joins CIIE again with high expectation

STORY: InShanghai Openmic: Suzano Asia President joins CIIE again with high expectation SHOOTING TIME: Oct. 23, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 3, 2023 LENGTH: 00:04:15 LOCATION: SHANGHAI, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. STANDUP (English): YOU ZHIXIN, Xinhua correspondent 2. SOUNDBITE (English): PABLO MACHADO, Global Executive Director of Suzano STORYLINE: STANDUP (English): YOU ZHIXIN, Xinhua correspondent "As a world-class expo, China International Import Expo has been held successfully for five consecutive years since 2018. With over 3,000 companies gathering at this business event this year, it will be the first complete return to in-person exhibitions for the event since the pandemic. Today's InShanghai Openmic will bring you a series of stories experienced by participating enterprises. Let's welcome Pablo Machado, President of the Global Executive Director of Suzano." SOUNDBITE (English): PABLO MACHADO, Global Executive Director of Suzano "Suzano is a 99-year-old company. We operate 2.6 million hectares of

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InShanghai Openmic | CIIE really inspires confidence in Chinese market: U.S. medical equipment company

STORY: InShanghai Openmic | CIIE really inspires confidence in Chinese market: U.S. medical equipment company SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 1, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 2, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:11 LOCATION: SHANGHAI, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the views in Shanghai 2. STANDUP (English): YOU ZHIXIN, Xinhua correspondent 3. various of the views in Shanghai 4. SOUNDBITE (English): GEORGE YE, General manager of Edwards Lifesciences Greater China STORYLINE: STANDUP (English): YOU ZHIXIN, Xinhua correspondent "As a world-class expo, the China International Import Expo (CIIE) has been held successfully for five consecutive years since 2018. And over 3,000 companies are gathering at the business event this year. It will be the first complete return to in-person exhibition for the event since the pandemic. Today's InShanghai Openmic will bring you a series of stories experienced by participating enterprises. Let's welcome George Ye, general manager of Edwards Lifesciences Greater China. Let's welcome." SOUNDBITE

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CHINA-GUANGXI-NANNING-INDONESIAN TEACHER-GAMELAN (CN)

(231013) -- NANNING, Oct. 13, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Randy Geovani Putra (4th L) and his orchestra perform during the 10th China-ASEAN Music Festival in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Nov. 3, 2021. Randy Geovani Putra, 36, hails from Bandung, Indonesia. He came to Guangxi to study for a master's degree in 2015. Upon graduation in 2018, he became a teacher of the Gamelan (an Indonesian orchestra composed mainly of tuned percussion instruments) art at Guangxi Arts University, and also served as the principal of the university's Gamelan. In his teaching, Randy tries to combine Gamelan with traditional Chinese music performances, and his works have been highly appreciated by students and audiences. Thanks to his promotion, more and more students at the university fell in love with Gamelan. "Music knows no boundary. I hope more Chinese people could appreciate the beauty of Gamelan, making it a bridge for cultural exchange between China and my homeland," Randy said. (Xinhua)

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(FOCUS) CHINA-XINJIANG-TAXKORGAN-LIFE-CHANGE (CN)

(230325) -- TAXKORGAN, March 25, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This combo photo shows Nanik Kukan, wife of Duri Jarman, fetching coal for cooking in Ak Toga Langar Village deep in the mountains of Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County on Nov. 16, 2018 (above) and Duri Jarman repairing liquid gas storage tank at his new home in Aimin Village on June 3, 2020. The life of herdsman Duri Jarman is closely tied to two places: the village of Ak Toga Langar, nestled deep in the mountains of Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County, and Aimin Village, located near the county seat. Duri, now 52 years old, spent 47 years living in Ak Toga Langar Village. In the winter of 2018, his family benefited from the relocation policy for poverty alleviation and settled in Aimin Village. There, they gradually adapted to the changes, enjoying a new life different from that of their ancestors. Duri and his youngest son, Nurkerim, opened a small shop, while both his eldest and second sons found new jobs. The village committee led the villagers in tr

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(FOCUS) CHINA-XINJIANG-TAXKORGAN-LIFE-CHANGE (CN)

(230325) -- TAXKORGAN, March 25, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This combo photo shows Nanik Kukan, wife of Duri Jarman, sewing clothes for their relocation in Ak Toga Langar Village deep in the mountains of Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County on Nov. 13, 2018 (above) and making hand embroidery at her new home in Aimin Village on June 3, 2020. The life of herdsman Duri Jarman is closely tied to two places: the village of Ak Toga Langar, nestled deep in the mountains of Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County, and Aimin Village, located near the county seat. Duri, now 52 years old, spent 47 years living in Ak Toga Langar Village. In the winter of 2018, his family benefited from the relocation policy for poverty alleviation and settled in Aimin Village. There, they gradually adapted to the changes, enjoying a new life different from that of their ancestors. Duri and his youngest son, Nurkerim, opened a small shop, while both his eldest and second sons found new jobs. The village committee led the villagers in transforming barr

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Türkiye posts 3.67-bln-USD current account deficit in Nov.

STORY: Türkiye posts 3.67-bln-USD current account deficit in Nov. DATELINE: Jan. 12, 2023 LENGTH: 0:01:34 LOCATION: Ankara CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Turkish flag 2. various of shipping trade in Turkey 3. various of U.S. dollars 4. various of Turkish central bank 5. various of Turkish lira and U.S. dollars 6. various of gold products in a golden shop (courtesy of Ihlas news agency) 7. various of Turkish lira and U.S. dollars STORYLINE: Türkiye recorded a current account deficit of 3.67 billion U.S. dollars in November last year, according to data released by the Turkish central bank on Wednesday. Türkiye's 12-month rolling deficit, ending in November last year, amounted to about 45 billion dollars, the highest level since August 2018, the data showed. The country posts a deficit for the 13th month in a row, primarily as a result of rising energy prices. The current account deficit reached 41.8 billion dollars in the January-November period in 2022. In the same period, the current account,

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Figure skating: Hanyu at Helsinki Grand Prix

HELSINKI, Finland, Nov. 3 Kyodo - Japan's Yuzuru Hanyu performs in the men's short program at the Helsinki Grand Prix of Figure Skating on Nov. 3, 2018.

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Figure skating: Hanyu at Helsinki Grand Prix

HELSINKI, Finland, Nov. 3 Kyodo - Japan's Yuzuru Hanyu performs in the men's short program at the Helsinki Grand Prix of Figure Skating on Nov. 3, 2018.

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Rugby: Japan vs. New Zealand

CHOFU, Japan, Nov. 3 Kyodo - Samuela Anise of Japan scores a try in the first half of a match against New Zealand at Ajinomoto Stadium in Chofu, Tokyo, on Nov. 3, 2018. Japan lost 69-31.

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Rugby: Japan vs. New Zealand

TOKYO, Japan, Nov. 3 Kyodo - Richie Mounga (C) of the New Zealand runs with the ball in a match against Japan at Ajinomoto Stadium in Tokyo on Nov. 3, 2018. New Zealand trounced Japan 69-31.

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Soccer: Antlers vs. Persepolis

KASHIMA, Japan, Nov. 3 Kyodo - Kashima Antlers' Serginho (L) scores a goal against Iran side Persepolis in the first leg of the AFC Champions League final in Kashima, Japan, on Nov, 3, 2018. Antlers won 2-0.

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Rugby: Japan vs. New Zealand

CHOFU, Japan, Nov. 3 Kyodo - Samuela Anise of Japan scores a try in the first half of a match against New Zealand at Ajinomoto Stadium in Chofu, Tokyo, on Nov. 3, 2018. Japan lost 69-31.

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Rugby: Japan vs. New Zealand

CHOFU, Japan, Nov. 3 Kyodo - Players of Japan's Brave Blossoms celebrate after Samuela Anise (2nd from R) scores a try in the first half of a match against New Zealand at Ajinomoto Stadium in Chofu, Tokyo, on Nov. 3, 2018. Japan lost 69-31.

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Rugby: Japan vs. New Zealand

TOKYO, Japan, Nov. 3 Kyodo - The New Zealand All Blacks perform the haka prior to a match against Japan at Ajinomoto Stadium in Tokyo on Nov. 3, 2018. New Zealand trounced Japan 69-31.

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Soccer: Antlers vs. Persepolis

KASHIMA, Japan, Nov. 3 Kyodo - Kashima Antlers' Leo Silva (R) scores the opening goal in a 2-0 win over Iran side Persepolis in the first leg of the AFC Champions League final in Kashima, Japan, on Nov, 3, 2018.

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Rugby: Japan vs. New Zealand

CHOFU, Japan, Nov. 3 Kyodo - Samuela Anise of Japan scores a try in the first half of a match against New Zealand at Ajinomoto Stadium in Chofu, Tokyo, on Nov. 3, 2018. Japan lost 69-31.

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Malaysian researcher shares experience in China's Greater Bay Area

STORY: Malaysian researcher shares experience in China's Greater Bay Area DATELINE: Nov. 29, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:09 LOCATION: GUANGZHOU, China CATEGORY: HEALTH SHOTLIST: 1. various of cityscape in Guangzhou, China 2. various of a medical lab 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): PHEI ER SAW, Researcher and doctoral supervisor, Center for Basic and Translational Medicine at Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital 4. various of Phei Er Saw's research work 5. various of cityscape in Guangzhou 6. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): PHEI ER SAW, Researcher and doctoral supervisor, Center for Basic and Translational Medicine at Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital 7. various of Phei Er Saw at work 8. various of cityscape in Guangzhou 9. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): PHEI ER SAW, Researcher and doctoral supervisor, Center for Basic and Translational Medicine at Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital 10. various of Phei Er Saw at work 11. various of cityscape in Guangzhou STORYLINE: In 2018, Phei Er Saw from Malaysia was introduced to Guangzhou, capital city of south Chin

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Violence-torn region in southern Philippines hungers for peace, development

STORY: Violence-torn region in southern Philippines hungers for peace, development DATELINE: Nov. 27, 2022 LENGTH: 00:03:22 LOCATION: COTABATO CITY, the Philippines CATEGORY: POLITICS/ECONOMY/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Cotabato City 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): AHOD EBRAHIM, BARMM Chief Minister 3. various of Cotabato City 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): AHOD EBRAHIM, BARMM Chief Minister 5. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): FERDINAND ROMUALDEZ MARCOS, Philippine President 6. SOUNDBITE 4 (English): AHOD EBRAHIM, BARMM Chief Minister STORYLINE: Scarred by almost five decades of armed conflict, a violence-torn region in the southern Philippines is on its way to a lasting peace, attracting more investors to rebuild the languishing economy and lift its people out of poverty. Cotabato City is the biggest city of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), southern Philippines. In 2014, the Philippine government and Bangsamoro's combatants signed a peace agreement, ending the decades-long insurgency. In 2018

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CHINA-XINJIANG-VETERANS-AFFORESTATION (CN)

(221120) -- URUMQI, Nov. 20, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Veterans walk in the Taklimakan Desert in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, July 3, 2022. Over four years, Tian Ye and seven fellow veterans have grown hundreds of hectares of wind-blocking and income-making plants in the Taklimakan Desert in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 2018, Tian, together with his partners, has grown more than 10 varieties of desert plants in southern Xinjiang's Qiemo County, spanning more than 800 hectares. TO GO WITH "Wondrous Xinjiang: Veterans greening desert town in Xinjiang" (Xinhua/Li Xiang)

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CHINA-XINJIANG-VETERANS-AFFORESTATION (CN)

(221120) -- URUMQI, Nov. 20, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Veterans walk in the Taklimakan Desert in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, July 3, 2022. Over four years, Tian Ye and seven fellow veterans have grown hundreds of hectares of wind-blocking and income-making plants in the Taklimakan Desert in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 2018, Tian, together with his partners, has grown more than 10 varieties of desert plants in southern Xinjiang's Qiemo County, spanning more than 800 hectares. TO GO WITH "Wondrous Xinjiang: Veterans greening desert town in Xinjiang" (Xinhua/Li Xiang)

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NE China's Harbin emerging as wetland paradise

STORY: NE China's Harbin emerging as wetland paradise DATELINE: Nov. 14, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:21 LOCATION: HARBIN, China CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of wetlands in Harbin 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): XING GUANGYOU, Harbin Forestry and Grassland Administration 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): XING GUANGYOU, Harbin Forestry and Grassland Administration STORYLINE: Through years of ecological conservation and restoration efforts, China's Harbin is emerging as a wetland paradise. The northeastern Chinese city boasts 198,700 hectares of wetlands, including one of international importance and 13 national wetland parks. The city was awarded the title of "International Wetland City" in 2018. Its achievements in wetlands protection have earned good returns. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): XING GUANGYOU, Harbin Forestry and Grassland Administration "Since Harbin was awarded the title of 'International Wetland City,' the economic and cultural development of the city has been largely boosted. We are providing better ecolog

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Turkish automobile expert on first domestically-produced car

STORY: Turkish automobile expert on first domestically-produced car DATELINE: Nov. 12, 2022 LENGTH: 0:01:20 LOCATION: Ankara CATEGORY: TECHNOLOGY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Togg's C-SUV 2. various of first car manufacturing plant inauguration 3. SOUNDBITE (Turkish): EMRE OZPEYNIRCI, Journalist and automobile expert STORYLINE: A Turkish automobile expert said that the recently-unveiled first domestically-produced car in Türkiye is not competitive due to its "small amount of production." Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in late October inaugurated the country's first car manufacturing plant and rolled out the first domestically-produced car. The first model of Togg, or Türkiye's Automobile Joint Venture Group, is a C-SUV electric vehicle, for which pre-sales will start in February. Togg, a brand officially established in 2018, was founded as a joint venture by domestic industrial giants Anadolu Group, BMC Türkiye, Turkcell, Zorlu Holding, and the Turkish Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges. The

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Egypt's annual inflation jumps to 16.2 pct in October

STORY: Egypt's annual inflation jumps to 16.2 pct in October DATELINE: Nov. 11, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:05 LOCATION: Cairo CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Egypt's Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics (CAPMAS) 2. various of the Nile River (in Cairo) 3. various of open-air market selling fruits and vegetables 4. various of people doing shopping at a supermarket STORYLINE: Egypt's Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics (CAPMAS) announced on Thursday that Egypt's annual headline inflation increased from 15 percent in September to 16.2 percent in October, surpassing the 15.7 percent mark registered in November 2018. Egypt's headline inflation has been accelerating in the double-digit zone since the outbreak of the Russia-Ukraine conflict in February. The Central Bank of Egypt has hiked key interest rates three times since the start of the conflict by a total of five percent to rein in inflation. Egypt also announced on Thursday a 3-billion-dollar agreement with the Inter

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A glance at China's northernmost "int'l wetland city"

STORY: A glance at China's northernmost "int'l wetland city" DATELINE: Nov. 10, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:15 LOCATION: HARBIN, China CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of Harbin 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): HE XIAOHU, Director of Business Dept., Alejin Island Wetland Park Management Co., Ltd. 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): LI XINGCAI, Cycling enthusiast 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): WANG ZHANJIE, Cycling enthusiast STORYLINE: Through long-term protection and restoration efforts, the city of Harbin in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province is emerging as a wetland paradise. The city was certified as an "international wetland city" in 2018. Many ecological parks in the city have become ideal places for people to do exercises, such as hiking, cycling and roller skating, as well as other recreational activities. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): HE XIAOHU, Director of Business Dept., Alejin Island Wetland Park Management Co., Ltd. "The shape of the Alejin Island is fusiform. It is surrounded by water. The island is popular amon

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China's economic forum explores ways to promote int'l trade, investment: Turkish scholar

STORY: China's economic forum explores ways to promote int'l trade, investment: Turkish scholar DATELINE: Nov. 10, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:32 LOCATION: ISTANBUL, Türkiye CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of general views in China 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): SELCUK COLAKOGLU, Director of the Ankara-based Turkish Center for Asia-Pacific Studies 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): SELCUK COLAKOGLU, Director of the Ankara-based Turkish Center for Asia-Pacific Studies STORYLINE: A Turkish scholar has said that China is exploring effective ways to promote trade and investment cooperation with a focus on a higher level of openness through an international economic forum in Shanghai. Selcuk Colakoglu, director of the Ankara-based Turkish Center for Asia-Pacific Studies, told Xinhua in a recent interview that Hongqiao International Economic Forum is crucial in making economic globalization open, inclusive, balanced, and beneficial for all. The Hongqiao forum was launched in 2018 as an essential part of the China Internationa

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CIIE a global event that brings opportunities: Turkish ice cream chain owner

STORY: CIIE a global event that brings opportunities: Turkish ice cream chain owner DATELINE: Nov. 7, 2022 LENGTH: 0:01:48 LOCATION: Ankara CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the factory of MADO 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Turkish): MEHMET KANBUR, Owner of MADO 3. various of the icecream cutting show 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Turkish): MEHMET KANBUR, Owner of MADO STORYLINE: Owner of Turkish leading ice cream chain MADO says that he is pleased with the results of participating in the China International Import Expo (CIIE), which brings many opportunities to companies around the world. SOUNDBITE 1 (Turkish): MEHMET KANBUR, Owner of MADO "There are many opportunities at the CIIE. The whole world gathers there. The most important point about the fair is that we come into contact with people. They understand us better. We participated in the import expo in 2018 and 2019. We aimed to convey our tastes to local consumers and have an idea of the Chinese market. When we saw the strong interest from Chinese consumers at the e

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Inflation, energy crisis take ever bigger bite out of Greek retirees' pension income

STORY: Inflation, energy crisis take ever bigger bite out of Greek retirees' pension income DATELINE: Nov. 5, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:06 LOCATION: Athens CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of old people in Greece 2. various of coffee shop 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (Greek): CHRISTOS VASSILOPOULOS, Greek pensioner 4. various of a market 5. SOUNDBITE 2 (Greek): GEORGIA, Greek pensioner 6. various of Greece 7. SOUNDBITE 3 (Greek): EVGENIA, Georgia's neighbour, another pensioner 11. various of the market STORYLINE: Pensioners in Greece are struggling to make ends meet as galloping inflation and high energy prices take a toll on household budgets. After they lost an average of 25 percent of their income during the Greek debt crisis-related bailouts between 2010 and 2018, the recent jumps in food and heating costs take their anxiety up a notch. Christos Vassilopoulos, 82, complained about the high cost of living. SOUNDBITE 1 (Greek): CHRISTOS VASSILOPOULOS, Greek pensioner "The pension remains the same. Things are getting

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Women in South Sudan call for more inclusion

STORY: Women in South Sudan call for more inclusion DATELINE: Nov. 3, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:50 LOCATION: Juba CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the signing of a peace deal in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia in 2018 2. various of the Civil Affairs Division of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) workshop held in Juba, South Sudan's capital 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): MARGRET APOLLO, Chairlady, Women's Union, Central Equatoria 4. various of Michael Lado Thomas Allah-Jabu making remarks at the workshop 5. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): MICHAEL LADO THOMAS ALLAH-JABU, Juba City Council Mayor 6. various of internally displaced people STORYLINE: The Civil Affairs Division of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) on Tuesday organized a two-day workshop in Juba, with a cross-section of women leaders from Central Equatoria to identify specific barriers to full and equal representation and the role everyone can play in breaking these down. The signing of a peace deal in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia in 2018 to

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Japan, Cambodia play in Asian qualifiers for 2018 World Cup

Japan's Shinji Kagawa (10) shoots past Cambodia's Nen Sotearoth (3) during the first half of a second-round match in Phnom Penh on Nov. 17, 2015 between Japan and Cambodia in the Asian qualifiers for the 2018 World Cup. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Japan beat Singapore 3-0 in World Cup qualifiers

Japan's Maya Yoshida celebrates after scoring his side's third goal during the second half of an Asian second-round Group E game against Singapore in the 2018 World Cup qualifiers in Singapore on Nov. 12, 2015. Japan won 3-0. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Figure skating: Hanyu at Helsinki Grand Prix

Japan's Yuzuru Hanyu performs in the men's short program at the Helsinki Grand Prix of Figure Skating on Nov. 3, 2018. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Rugby: Japan vs. New Zealand

Players of Japan's Brave Blossoms celebrate after Samuela Anise (2nd from R) scores a try in the first half of a match against New Zealand at Ajinomoto Stadium in Chofu, Tokyo, on Nov. 3, 2018. Japan lost 69-31. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Rugby: Japan vs. New Zealand

The New Zealand All Blacks perform the haka prior to a match against Japan at Ajinomoto Stadium in Tokyo on Nov. 3, 2018. New Zealand trounced Japan 69-31. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Rugby: Japan vs. New Zealand

Richie Mounga (C) of the New Zealand runs with the ball in a match against Japan at Ajinomoto Stadium in Tokyo on Nov. 3, 2018. New Zealand trounced Japan 69-31. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Figure skating: Hanyu at Helsinki Grand Prix

Japan's Yuzuru Hanyu performs in the men's short program at the Helsinki Grand Prix of Figure Skating on Nov. 3, 2018. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Soccer: Antlers vs. Persepolis

Kashima Antlers' Leo Silva (R) scores the opening goal in a 2-0 win over Iran side Persepolis in the first leg of the AFC Champions League final in Kashima, Japan, on Nov, 3, 2018. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Rugby: Japan vs. New Zealand

Samuela Anise of Japan scores a try in the first half of a match against New Zealand at Ajinomoto Stadium in Chofu, Tokyo, on Nov. 3, 2018. Japan lost 69-31. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Soccer: Antlers vs. Persepolis

Kashima Antlers' Serginho (L) scores a goal against Iran side Persepolis in the first leg of the AFC Champions League final in Kashima, Japan, on Nov, 3, 2018. Antlers won 2-0. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo