UK: Storm Goretti Triggers Snow Warnings, Wreaking Havoc Across Country

The Met Office issued weather warnings for heavy snow as Storm Goretti approaches the UK, warning of potential injuries and a danger to life. The severe weather caused major travel disruptions, thousands of power outages, and the closure of many schools.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

The Japanese Prefer Small Cars For Life

AICHI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 18, 2024 - A small car drives on a street in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, November 18, 2024. In urban and rural Japan, small cars can be seen everywhere, and they are the first choice for people's home life.

Taiwan: Rain And Winds Pick Up As Typhoon Krathon Approaches

Rain and winds started to pick up in Taipei on Monday, September 30 as Typhoon Krathon approached Taiwan.

(ChineseToday)CHINA-JIANGSU-CARDIOLOGIST-NPC DEPUTY (CN)

(ChineseToday)CHINA-JIANGSU-CARDIOLOGIST-NPC DEPUTY (CN)

(240227) -- NANJING, Feb. 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A patient extends his gratitude towards Zhang Junjie (L) for saving his life from cardiogenic shock by successfully performing a surgery at the Nanjing First Hospital in Nanjing, east China's Jiangsu Province, Feb. 20, 2024. Zhang Junjie, a deputy to the 14th National People's Congress (NPC), is a cardiologist and vice president of Nanjing First Hospital. He has been committed to the interventional diagnosis and treatment of coronary heart disease, valvular heart disease and hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy, diligently studying advanced medical technology, and treating patients with exquisite medical skills. In 2023, Zhang was elected a deputy to the 14th National People's Congress. He often led teams of experts to carry out free medical services in communities and in-depth grassroots research. Zhang plans to offer suggestions on strengthening the guidance of the rule of law and promoting the high-quality development of public hospitals at the upco

Musician with Philadelphia Orchestra cherishes half-century bond with China

STORY: Musician with Philadelphia Orchestra cherishes half-century bond with China SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 10, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 11, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:56 LOCATION: Beijing CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of photos of the 50th anniversary concert 2. SOUNDBITE (English): DAVYD BOOTH, Violinist, Philadelphia Orchestra 3. earlier footages of concerts by Philadelphia Orchestra STORYLINE: A special 50th anniversary concert was held in Beijing on Friday celebrating the Philadelphia Orchestra's 1973 visit to China. It was the first tour to the People's Republic of China made by an American orchestra. Davyd Booth, a violinist with the Philadelphia Orchestra, was on the 1973 trip. At that time, he didn't imagine the orchestra and himself would be so closely connected with China in the following half century and beyond. SOUNDBITE (English): DAVYD BOOTH, Violinist, Philadelphia Orchestra "It was one of the most important events of my life, and it's still a strong thread that has continued for 50 years, I have

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

(230814) -- CHENGDU, Aug. 14, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Customers are seen at Heming tea house in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Aug. 7, 2023. Heming tea house, first built in 1923, has a history of 100 years and is one of the oldest tea houses in Chengdu of southwest China's Sichuan Province. For people living in the city, walking into the Chengdu People's Park, sitting down at the Heming tea house, drinking tea, enjoying flowers and having ears cleaned, is a traditional way to enjoy life. Nowadays, the tea house has become a must-go destination for visitors to experience Chengdu-style life. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

(230814) -- CHENGDU, Aug. 14, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A woman enjoys herself at Heming tea house in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Aug. 7, 2023. Heming tea house, first built in 1923, has a history of 100 years and is one of the oldest tea houses in Chengdu of southwest China's Sichuan Province. For people living in the city, walking into the Chengdu People's Park, sitting down at the Heming tea house, drinking tea, enjoying flowers and having ears cleaned, is a traditional way to enjoy life. Nowadays, the tea house has become a must-go destination for visitors to experience Chengdu-style life. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

(230814) -- CHENGDU, Aug. 14, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Customers walk into the Heming tea house in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, July 31, 2023. Heming tea house, first built in 1923, has a history of 100 years and is one of the oldest tea houses in Chengdu of southwest China's Sichuan Province. For people living in the city, walking into the Chengdu People's Park, sitting down at the Heming tea house, drinking tea, enjoying flowers and having ears cleaned, is a traditional way to enjoy life. Nowadays, the tea house has become a must-go destination for visitors to experience Chengdu-style life. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

(230814) -- CHENGDU, Aug. 14, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A family enjoys tea at Heming tea house in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Aug. 7, 2023. Heming tea house, first built in 1923, has a history of 100 years and is one of the oldest tea houses in Chengdu of southwest China's Sichuan Province. For people living in the city, walking into the Chengdu People's Park, sitting down at the Heming tea house, drinking tea, enjoying flowers and having ears cleaned, is a traditional way to enjoy life. Nowadays, the tea house has become a must-go destination for visitors to experience Chengdu-style life. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

(230814) -- CHENGDU, Aug. 14, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A man performs tea pouring at Heming tea house in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Aug. 7, 2023. Heming tea house, first built in 1923, has a history of 100 years and is one of the oldest tea houses in Chengdu of southwest China's Sichuan Province. For people living in the city, walking into the Chengdu People's Park, sitting down at the Heming tea house, drinking tea, enjoying flowers and having ears cleaned, is a traditional way to enjoy life. Nowadays, the tea house has become a must-go destination for visitors to experience Chengdu-style life. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

(230814) -- CHENGDU, Aug. 14, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A mother takes photos of her daughter at Heming tea house in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Aug. 7, 2023. Heming tea house, first built in 1923, has a history of 100 years and is one of the oldest tea houses in Chengdu of southwest China's Sichuan Province. For people living in the city, walking into the Chengdu People's Park, sitting down at the Heming tea house, drinking tea, enjoying flowers and having ears cleaned, is a traditional way to enjoy life. Nowadays, the tea house has become a must-go destination for visitors to experience Chengdu-style life. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

(230814) -- CHENGDU, Aug. 14, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A woman enjoys ear cleaning at Heming tea house in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Aug. 7, 2023. Heming tea house, first built in 1923, has a history of 100 years and is one of the oldest tea houses in Chengdu of southwest China's Sichuan Province. For people living in the city, walking into the Chengdu People's Park, sitting down at the Heming tea house, drinking tea, enjoying flowers and having ears cleaned, is a traditional way to enjoy life. Nowadays, the tea house has become a must-go destination for visitors to experience Chengdu-style life. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

(230814) -- CHENGDU, Aug. 14, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Customers are seen at Heming tea house in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Aug. 7, 2023. Heming tea house, first built in 1923, has a history of 100 years and is one of the oldest tea houses in Chengdu of southwest China's Sichuan Province. For people living in the city, walking into the Chengdu People's Park, sitting down at the Heming tea house, drinking tea, enjoying flowers and having ears cleaned, is a traditional way to enjoy life. Nowadays, the tea house has become a must-go destination for visitors to experience Chengdu-style life. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

(230814) -- CHENGDU, Aug. 14, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A family enjoys tea at Heming tea house in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, July 31, 2023. Heming tea house, first built in 1923, has a history of 100 years and is one of the oldest tea houses in Chengdu of southwest China's Sichuan Province. For people living in the city, walking into the Chengdu People's Park, sitting down at the Heming tea house, drinking tea, enjoying flowers and having ears cleaned, is a traditional way to enjoy life. Nowadays, the tea house has become a must-go destination for visitors to experience Chengdu-style life. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

(230814) -- CHENGDU, Aug. 14, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A man performs tea pouring at Heming tea house in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, July 31, 2023. Heming tea house, first built in 1923, has a history of 100 years and is one of the oldest tea houses in Chengdu of southwest China's Sichuan Province. For people living in the city, walking into the Chengdu People's Park, sitting down at the Heming tea house, drinking tea, enjoying flowers and having ears cleaned, is a traditional way to enjoy life. Nowadays, the tea house has become a must-go destination for visitors to experience Chengdu-style life. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

(230814) -- CHENGDU, Aug. 14, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Artists prepare for opera performance at Heming tea house in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, July 31, 2023. Heming tea house, first built in 1923, has a history of 100 years and is one of the oldest tea houses in Chengdu of southwest China's Sichuan Province. For people living in the city, walking into the Chengdu People's Park, sitting down at the Heming tea house, drinking tea, enjoying flowers and having ears cleaned, is a traditional way to enjoy life. Nowadays, the tea house has become a must-go destination for visitors to experience Chengdu-style life. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

(230814) -- CHENGDU, Aug. 14, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A girl watches a tea cup at Heming tea house in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, July 31, 2023. Heming tea house, first built in 1923, has a history of 100 years and is one of the oldest tea houses in Chengdu of southwest China's Sichuan Province. For people living in the city, walking into the Chengdu People's Park, sitting down at the Heming tea house, drinking tea, enjoying flowers and having ears cleaned, is a traditional way to enjoy life. Nowadays, the tea house has become a must-go destination for visitors to experience Chengdu-style life. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

(230814) -- CHENGDU, Aug. 14, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A view of Heming tea house is seen in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, July 31, 2023. Heming tea house, first built in 1923, has a history of 100 years and is one of the oldest tea houses in Chengdu of southwest China's Sichuan Province. For people living in the city, walking into the Chengdu People's Park, sitting down at the Heming tea house, drinking tea, enjoying flowers and having ears cleaned, is a traditional way to enjoy life. Nowadays, the tea house has become a must-go destination for visitors to experience Chengdu-style life. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

(230814) -- CHENGDU, Aug. 14, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A man performs tea pouring at Heming tea house in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, July 31, 2023. Heming tea house, first built in 1923, has a history of 100 years and is one of the oldest tea houses in Chengdu of southwest China's Sichuan Province. For people living in the city, walking into the Chengdu People's Park, sitting down at the Heming tea house, drinking tea, enjoying flowers and having ears cleaned, is a traditional way to enjoy life. Nowadays, the tea house has become a must-go destination for visitors to experience Chengdu-style life. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

(230814) -- CHENGDU, Aug. 14, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Customers are seen at Heming tea house in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, July 31, 2023. Heming tea house, first built in 1923, has a history of 100 years and is one of the oldest tea houses in Chengdu of southwest China's Sichuan Province. For people living in the city, walking into the Chengdu People's Park, sitting down at the Heming tea house, drinking tea, enjoying flowers and having ears cleaned, is a traditional way to enjoy life. Nowadays, the tea house has become a must-go destination for visitors to experience Chengdu-style life. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-HEMING TEA HOUSE (CN)

(230814) -- CHENGDU, Aug. 14, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A woman prepares for her opera performance at Heming tea house in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, July 31, 2023. Heming tea house, first built in 1923, has a history of 100 years and is one of the oldest tea houses in Chengdu of southwest China's Sichuan Province. For people living in the city, walking into the Chengdu People's Park, sitting down at the Heming tea house, drinking tea, enjoying flowers and having ears cleaned, is a traditional way to enjoy life. Nowadays, the tea house has become a must-go destination for visitors to experience Chengdu-style life. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)