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Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Trainees perform moves as coach Sama Al-Halabi watches during a training session at Al-Mushtal Sports Club in Gaza City, Gaza, on November 29, 2025. Sports activities resume across Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The 22-year-old coach, Sama Al-Halabi, reopened training for young women despite damaged facilities and limited equipment. She said sports provide psychological relief after months of conflict. Photo by Hashem Zimmo/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

A trainee repeats a move as coach Sama Al-Halabi adjusts her form during a training session at Al-Mushtal Sports Club in Gaza City, Gaza, on November 29, 2025. Sports activities resume across Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The 22-year-old coach, Sama Al-Halabi, reopened training for young women despite damaged facilities and limited equipment. She said sports provide psychological relief after months of conflict. Photo by Hashem Zimmo/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Trainees perform moves as coach Sama Al-Halabi watches during a training session at Al-Mushtal Sports Club in Gaza City, Gaza, on November 29, 2025. Sports activities resume across Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The 22-year-old coach, Sama Al-Halabi, reopened training for young women despite damaged facilities and limited equipment. She said sports provide psychological relief after months of conflict. Photo by Hashem Zimmo/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Trainees perform moves as instructed by their coach, Sama Al-Halabi, during a training session at Al-Mushtal Sports Club in Gaza City, Gaza, on November 29, 2025. Sports activities resume across Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The 22-year-old coach, Sama Al-Halabi, reopened training for young women despite damaged facilities and limited equipment. She said sports provide psychological relief after months of conflict. Photo by Hashem Zimmo/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

A trainee repeats a move as coach Sama Al-Halabi adjusts her form during a training session at Al-Mushtal Sports Club in Gaza City, Gaza, on November 29, 2025. Sports activities resume across Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The 22-year-old coach, Sama Al-Halabi, reopened training for young women despite damaged facilities and limited equipment. She said sports provide psychological relief after months of conflict. Photo by Hashem Zimmo/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

A trainee performs moves while being observed by her coach, Sama Al-Halabi, during a training session at Al-Mushtal Sports Club in Gaza City, Gaza, on November 29, 2025. Sports activities resume across Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The 22-year-old coach, Sama Al-Halabi, reopened training for young women despite damaged facilities and limited equipment. She said sports provide psychological relief after months of conflict. Photo by Hashem Zimmo/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Trainees perform moves as instructed by their coach, Sama Al-Halabi, during a training session at Al-Mushtal Sports Club in Gaza City, Gaza, on November 29, 2025. Sports activities resume across Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The 22-year-old coach, Sama Al-Halabi, reopened training for young women despite damaged facilities and limited equipment. She said sports provide psychological relief after months of conflict. Photo by Hashem Zimmo/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Coach Sama Al-Halabi demonstrates moves as trainees surround her and follow along during a training session at Al-Mushtal Sports Club in Gaza City, Gaza, on November 29, 2025. Sports activities resume across Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The 22-year-old coach, Sama Al-Halabi, reopened training for young women despite damaged facilities and limited equipment. She said sports provide psychological relief after months of conflict. Photo by Hashem Zimmo/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Coach Sama Al-Halabi demonstrates moves as trainees surround her and follow along during a training session at Al-Mushtal Sports Club in Gaza City, Gaza, on November 29, 2025. Sports activities resume across Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The 22-year-old coach, Sama Al-Halabi, reopened training for young women despite damaged facilities and limited equipment. She said sports provide psychological relief after months of conflict. Photo by Hashem Zimmo/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Coach Sama Al-Halabi gives instructions as trainees surround her during a training session at Al-Mushtal Sports Club in Gaza City, Gaza, on November 29, 2025. Sports activities resume across Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The 22-year-old coach, Sama Al-Halabi, reopened training for young women despite damaged facilities and limited equipment. She said sports provide psychological relief after months of conflict. Photo by Hashem Zimmo/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

A trainee performs moves as instructed by her coach, Sama Al-Halabi, during a training session at Al-Mushtal Sports Club in Gaza City, Gaza, on November 29, 2025. Sports activities resume across Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The 22-year-old coach, Sama Al-Halabi, reopened training for young women despite damaged facilities and limited equipment. She said sports provide psychological relief after months of conflict. Photo by Hashem Zimmo/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Trainees perform moves as instructed by their coach, Sama Al-Halabi, during a training session at Al-Mushtal Sports Club in Gaza City, Gaza, on November 29, 2025. Sports activities resume across Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The 22-year-old coach, Sama Al-Halabi, reopened training for young women despite damaged facilities and limited equipment. She said sports provide psychological relief after months of conflict. Photo by Hashem Zimmo/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

A trainee repeats a move as coach Sama Al-Halabi adjusts her form during a training session at Al-Mushtal Sports Club in Gaza City, Gaza, on November 29, 2025. Sports activities resume across Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The 22-year-old coach, Sama Al-Halabi, reopened training for young women despite damaged facilities and limited equipment. She said sports provide psychological relief after months of conflict. Photo by Hashem Zimmo/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Coach Sama Al-Halabi performs moves at the center of a circle formed by trainees as they try to follow along during a training session at Al-Mushtal Sports Club in Gaza City, Gaza, on November 29, 2025. Sports activities resume across Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The 22-year-old coach, Sama Al-Halabi, reopened training for young women despite damaged facilities and limited equipment. She said sports provide psychological relief after months of conflict. Photo by Hashem Zimmo/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Coach Sama Al-Halabi performs moves at the center of a circle formed by trainees as they try to follow along during a training session at Al-Mushtal Sports Club in Gaza City, Gaza, on November 29, 2025. Sports activities resume across Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The 22-year-old coach, Sama Al-Halabi, reopened training for young women despite damaged facilities and limited equipment. She said sports provide psychological relief after months of conflict. Photo by Hashem Zimmo/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Coach Sama Al-Halabi performs moves at the center of a circle formed by trainees as they try to follow along during a training session at Al-Mushtal Sports Club in Gaza City, Gaza, on November 29, 2025. Sports activities resume across Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The 22-year-old coach, Sama Al-Halabi, reopened training for young women despite damaged facilities and limited equipment. She said sports provide psychological relief after months of conflict. Photo by Hashem Zimmo/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Coach Sama Al-Halabi gives instructions to trainees during a training session at Al-Mushtal Sports Club in Gaza City, Gaza, on November 29, 2025. Sports activities resume across Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The 22-year-old coach, Sama Al-Halabi, reopened training for young women despite damaged facilities and limited equipment. She said sports provide psychological relief after months of conflict. Photo by Hashem Zimmo/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Coach Sama Al-Halabi demonstrates moves as trainees try to mimic her moves behind her during a training session at Al-Mushtal Sports Club in Gaza City, Gaza, on November 29, 2025. Sports activities resume across Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The 22-year-old coach, Sama Al-Halabi, reopened training for young women despite damaged facilities and limited equipment. She said sports provide psychological relief after months of conflict. Photo by Hashem Zimmo/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Trainees perform moves as instructed by their coach, Sama Al-Halabi, during a training session at Al-Mushtal Sports Club in Gaza City, Gaza, on November 29, 2025. Sports activities resume across Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The 22-year-old coach, Sama Al-Halabi, reopened training for young women despite damaged facilities and limited equipment. She said sports provide psychological relief after months of conflict. Photo by Hashem Zimmo/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Trainees perform moves as instructed by their coach, Sama Al-Halabi, during a training session at Al-Mushtal Sports Club in Gaza City, Gaza, on November 29, 2025. Sports activities resume across Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The 22-year-old coach, Sama Al-Halabi, reopened training for young women despite damaged facilities and limited equipment. She said sports provide psychological relief after months of conflict. Photo by Hashem Zimmo/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Coach Sama Al-Halabi demonstrates moves as trainees try to mimic her moves behind her during a training session at Al-Mushtal Sports Club in Gaza City, Gaza, on November 29, 2025. Sports activities resume across Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The 22-year-old coach, Sama Al-Halabi, reopened training for young women despite damaged facilities and limited equipment. She said sports provide psychological relief after months of conflict. Photo by Hashem Zimmo/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Coach Sama Al-Halabi demonstrates moves as trainees try to mimic her moves during a training session at Al-Mushtal Sports Club in Gaza City, Gaza, on November 29, 2025. Sports activities resume across Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The 22-year-old coach, Sama Al-Halabi, reopened training for young women despite damaged facilities and limited equipment. She said sports provide psychological relief after months of conflict. Photo by Hashem Zimmo/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Sports Activities Resume across Gaza

Coach Sama Al-Halabi demonstrates moves as trainees try to mimic her moves behind her during a training session at Al-Mushtal Sports Club in Gaza City, Gaza, on November 29, 2025. Sports activities resume across Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The 22-year-old coach, Sama Al-Halabi, reopened training for young women despite damaged facilities and limited equipment. She said sports provide psychological relief after months of conflict. Photo by Hashem Zimmo/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

Samawar Dance Performance In Urumqi - China

A senior artist performs the Samawar dance in the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Aug. 4, 2025. In the Qiuci Alley of Kuqa City, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Parhat Emin performs the Samawar (a Uygur term meaning "tea set") dance, a traditional Uygur greeting dance with a history dating back to the millennium-old ancient Qiuci State. His eyes shine brightly, and his smile is warm and welcoming. With a bronze pot and porcelain bowls balanced steadily on a plate over his head, his body spins smoothly, and his feet move as lightly as the wind. As he dances gracefully to the rhythm of traditional Uygur music, the surrounding audience burst into cheers from time to time. Kuqa, where the ancient Qiuci State was mainly located, was a vital hub along the ancient Silk Road, bustling with merchants and the tinkle of camel bells. Today the Qiuci Alley is a popular tourist destination in Kuqa. From noon till midnight every day, dances including the Sama

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Israel Keeps On Strikes - Gaza

Israel Keeps On Strikes - Gaza

Eight-year-old Palestinian girl Sama Tubail sits alone in front of a tent in the southern Gaza Strip city of Khan Younis, August 25, 2024. TO GO WITH "Feature: Gazan girl hopes for hair regrowth amid war trauma" Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israel Keeps On Strikes - Gaza

Israel Keeps On Strikes - Gaza

Eight-year-old Palestinian girl Sama Tubail looks at herself in a broken mirror inside a tent in the southern Gaza Strip city of Khan Younis, August 25, 2024. TO GO WITH "Feature: Gazan girl hopes for hair regrowth amid war trauma" Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israel Keeps On Strikes - Gaza

Israel Keeps On Strikes - Gaza

Eight-year-old Palestinian girl Sama Tubail looks at herself in a broken mirror in the southern Gaza Strip city of Khan Younis, August 25, 2024. TO GO WITH "Feature: Gazan girl hopes for hair regrowth amid war trauma" Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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DR Congo PM inaugurates data center built by Huawei

STORY: DR Congo PM inaugurates data center built by Huawei SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 2, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 3, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:24 LOCATION: Kinshasa CATEGORY: TECHNOLOGY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the data center for the DRC's Financial ministry 2. various of the ribbon-cutting ceremony 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (French): ZHAO BIN, Chinese ambassador to the DRC 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (French): SAMA LUKONDE KYENGE, DRC Prime minister 5. various of the DRC PM cutting ribbon and visiting the data center for the DRC's Financial ministry STORYLINE: Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) Sama Lukonde Kyenge on Thursday inaugurated a data center at the Ministry of Finance, a project built by the Chinese tech giant Huawei. Before cutting the ribbon for the data center, the first of its kind in the country, the Congolese prime minister in his remarks praised this project by saying that it demonstrates cooperation between the DRC and China, as the data center will play an important role in the DRC's social progress.

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DR CONGO-KINSHASA-DATA CENTER BUILT BY HUAWEI-INAUGURATION

DR CONGO-KINSHASA-DATA CENTER BUILT BY HUAWEI-INAUGURATION

(231102) -- KINSHASA, Nov. 2, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Congolese Prime Minister Sama Lukonde Kyenge (L) and Zhao Bin, Chinese ambassador to the DRC, attend the inauguration ceremony for a data center in Kinshasa, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), on Nov. 2, 2023. Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo Sama Lukonde Kyenge on Thursday inaugurated a data center at the Ministry of Finance, a project built by the Chinese tech giant Huawei. (Xinhua/Shi Yu)

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RWC - England v Samoa

RWC - England v Samoa

Freddie Stewart , Ollie Chessum of England and Sama Malolo of Saoma. during the World Cup 2023, Pool D rugby union match between England and Samoa on October 7, 2023 at Pierre Mauroy stadium in Villeneuve-d'Ascq near Lille, France - Photo Laurent Lairys / ABACAPRESS.COM

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RWC - England v Samoa

RWC - England v Samoa

Freddie Stewart of England and Sama Malolo of Saoma. during the World Cup 2023, Pool D rugby union match between England and Samoa on October 7, 2023 at Pierre Mauroy stadium in Villeneuve-d'Ascq near Lille, France - Photo Laurent Lairys / ABACAPRESS.COM

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RWC - England v Samoa

RWC - England v Samoa

Joe Marchant of England and Sama Malolo of Saoma. during the World Cup 2023, Pool D rugby union match between England and Samoa on October 7, 2023 at Pierre Mauroy stadium in Villeneuve-d'Ascq near Lille, France - Photo Laurent Lairys / ABACAPRESS.COM

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RWC - England v Samoa

RWC - England v Samoa

Freddie Stewart , Ollie Chessum of England and Sama Malolo of Saoma. during the World Cup 2023, Pool D rugby union match between England and Samoa on October 7, 2023 at Pierre Mauroy stadium in Villeneuve-d'Ascq near Lille, France - Photo Laurent Lairys / ABACAPRESS.COM

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RWC - England v Samoa

RWC - England v Samoa

Joe Marchant of England and Sama Malolo of Saoma. during the World Cup 2023, Pool D rugby union match between England and Samoa on October 7, 2023 at Pierre Mauroy stadium in Villeneuve-d'Ascq near Lille, France - Photo Laurent Lairys / ABACAPRESS.COM

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New Global Financial Pact Summit Dinner - Paris

New Global Financial Pact Summit Dinner - Paris

French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron greet Democratic Republic of the Congo Prime Minister Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde and his wife upon arrival for an official dinner at the Elysee Palace, on the sidelines of the New Global Financial Pact Summit, in Paris, on June 22, 2023. Dozens of global leaders are gathering in Paris on June 22 for a summit to tease out a new consensus on international economic reforms to help debt-burdened developing countries face a growing onslaught of challenges, particularly climate change. Photo by Tomas Stevens/ABACAPRESS.COM

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(2)Sapporo Snow Festival opens for weeklong run

(2)Sapporo Snow Festival opens for weeklong run

SAPPORO, Japan - Visitors to the 56th Sapporo Snow Festival pose for a photo in front of a snow sculpture of Bae Yong Joon, a South Korean actor. Bae, who is affectionately known as ''Yong-sama'' in Japan, become an idol among Japanese women after the South Korean TV drama series ''Winter Sonata'' he starred in became a major hit in Japan.

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(1)Fans gather to see photo exhibit of S. Korean star

(1)Fans gather to see photo exhibit of S. Korean star

TOKYO, Japan - Thousands of fans form long lines around the Roppongi Hills Mori Tower in central Tokyo on Nov. 27 to see an exhibition of photos of South Korean heartthrob Bae Yong Joon on Nov. 27. Bae, the 32-year-old star of the hit South Korean TV soap opera ''Winter Sonata,'' is known affectionately as ''Yon-sama'' among his Japanese fans.

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DR Congo hosts fashion show to promote gender equality

STORY: DR Congo hosts fashion show to promote gender equality DATELINE: July 11, 2022 LENGTH: 00:04:51 LOCATION: GOMA, DR Congo CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Femme Fashion Show in Goma, NE DR Congo 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (French): GANZI SAMA PANZA, Stylist from the Central African Republic 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (French): YUSTON NESSY, Initiator of Femme Fashion Show 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (French): BENJAMIN SONGOLO, Participant in the fashion show STORYLINE: The Femme Fashion Show, an annual gathering dedicated to women in the fashion and beauty industry on the African continent, was held Saturday in Goma in the northeastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. SOUNDBITE 1 (French): GANZI SAMA PANZA, Stylist from the Central African Republic "It's about the equality of women, it's about gender, it's about violence against women. I always say that women there has a long way to go for gender equality. But women have a place. Women are a centerpiece in the life of humanity. So why hurt a woman, why violate

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SOUTH AFRICA-CAPE TOWN-INVESTING IN AFRICAN MINING INDABA

SOUTH AFRICA-CAPE TOWN-INVESTING IN AFRICAN MINING INDABA

(220509) -- CAPE TOWN, May 9, 2022 (Xinhua) -- South African Minister of Mineral and Energy Resources Gwede Mantashe, Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema, Botswanan President Mokgweetsi Masisi and DR Congo's Prime Minister Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde (from R to L) pose for a group photo during Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town, South Africa, on May 9, 2022. Major mining countries in Africa on Monday highlighted the great potential and prospects in Africa's mining sector in "green metals" and other minerals while expecting investment in the sector to bring more benefits to the local community through building on value chains. Investing in African Mining Indaba, which was said to be the largest African mining investment event, kicked off on Monday in Cape Town, attracting thousands of attendees from governments, mining groups and relevant players. (Photo by Xabiso Mkhabela/Xinhua)

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4th Canneseries - Photocall  - Day 1

4th Canneseries - Photocall - Day 1

Odah Sama poses during the 4th edition of the Cannes International Series Festival (Canneseries) in Cannes, France, on October 8, 2021. Photo by David Niviere/ABACAPRESS.COM

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4th Canneseries - Photocall  - Day 1

4th Canneseries - Photocall - Day 1

Benjamin Vernet, Emy Letertre, Lena Mahfouf, Sebastien Frit and Odah Sama pose during the 4th edition of the Cannes International Series Festival (Canneseries) in Cannes, France, on October 8, 2021. Photo by David Niviere/ABACAPRESS.COM

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4th Canneseries - Photocall  - Day 1

4th Canneseries - Photocall - Day 1

Benjamin Vernet, Emy Letertre, Lena Mahfouf, Sebastien Frit and Odah Sama pose during the 4th edition of the Cannes International Series Festival (Canneseries) in Cannes, France, on October 8, 2021. Photo by David Niviere/ABACAPRESS.COM

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4th Canneseries - Photocall  - Day 1

4th Canneseries - Photocall - Day 1

Odah Sama poses during the 4th edition of the Cannes International Series Festival (Canneseries) in Cannes, France, on October 8, 2021. Photo by David Niviere/ABACAPRESS.COM

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4th Canneseries - Photocall  - Day 1

4th Canneseries - Photocall - Day 1

Odah Sama poses during the 4th edition of the Cannes International Series Festival (Canneseries) in Cannes, France, on October 8, 2021. Photo by David Niviere/ABACAPRESS.COM

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4th Canneseries - Photocall  - Day 1

4th Canneseries - Photocall - Day 1

Benjamin Vernet, Emy Letertre, Lena Mahfouf, Sebastien Frit and Odah Sama pose during the 4th edition of the Cannes International Series Festival (Canneseries) in Cannes, France, on October 8, 2021. Photo by David Niviere/ABACAPRESS.COM

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(1)Fans gather to see photo exhibit of S. Korean star

(1)Fans gather to see photo exhibit of S. Korean star

TOKYO, Japan - Thousands of fans form long lines around the Roppongi Hills Mori Tower in central Tokyo on Nov. 27 to see an exhibition of photos of South Korean heartthrob Bae Yong Joon on Nov. 27. Bae, the 32-year-old star of the hit South Korean TV soap opera ''Winter Sonata,'' is known affectionately as ''Yon-sama'' among his Japanese fans. (Kyodo)

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(2)Sapporo Snow Festival opens for weeklong run

(2)Sapporo Snow Festival opens for weeklong run

SAPPORO, Japan - Visitors to the 56th Sapporo Snow Festival pose for a photo in front of a snow sculpture of Bae Yong Joon, a South Korean actor. Bae, who is affectionately known as ''Yong-sama'' in Japan, become an idol among Japanese women after the South Korean TV drama series ''Winter Sonata'' he starred in became a major hit in Japan. (Kyodo)

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Woman displaying ohina-sama dolls

Woman displaying ohina-sama dolls

A young girl places a Hina doll half the size of a human on a canopy. On the Hina canopy is already placed the Prince doll.==Date:unknown, Place:unknown, Photo:Ogawa Kazumasa, (Credit:Nagasaki University Library/Kyodo News Images) [Cabinet Number45‐4‐0]

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