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Trans Woman Finds Shelter Amid Crackdown - Turkey

Trans woman Helin spends time at her home on Bornova Street in the Alsancak neighborhood of Izmir, Turkey, on July 27, 2025. Bornova Street, located in the Konak district, is known as a densely inhabited area for transgender individuals, many of whom face mounting hostility amid an increasingly repressive climate for LGBTQ+ communities in Turkey. Residents report frequent harassment and violence, including raids and intimidation by both civilians and police. In a recent crackdown, authorities issued sealing orders for 14 apartments on the street, officially citing the fight against prostitution. However, activists argue that the move reflects a broader pattern of discrimination and systematic pressure, particularly during what the government has labeled the “Year of the Family.” In this atmosphere of fear and marginalization, trans women like Helin strive to maintain daily life and dignity within a community targeted by both social stigma and institutional hostility. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Trans Woman Finds Shelter Amid Crackdown - Turkey

Trans woman Helin spends time at her home on Bornova Street in the Alsancak neighborhood of Izmir, Turkey, on July 27, 2025. Bornova Street, located in the Konak district, is known as a densely inhabited area for transgender individuals, many of whom face mounting hostility amid an increasingly repressive climate for LGBTQ+ communities in Turkey. Residents report frequent harassment and violence, including raids and intimidation by both civilians and police. In a recent crackdown, authorities issued sealing orders for 14 apartments on the street, officially citing the fight against prostitution. However, activists argue that the move reflects a broader pattern of discrimination and systematic pressure, particularly during what the government has labeled the “Year of the Family.” In this atmosphere of fear and marginalization, trans women like Helin strive to maintain daily life and dignity within a community targeted by both social stigma and institutional hostility. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Trans Woman Finds Shelter Amid Crackdown - Turkey

Trans woman Helin spends time at her home on Bornova Street in the Alsancak neighborhood of Izmir, Turkey, on July 27, 2025. Bornova Street, located in the Konak district, is known as a densely inhabited area for transgender individuals, many of whom face mounting hostility amid an increasingly repressive climate for LGBTQ+ communities in Turkey. Residents report frequent harassment and violence, including raids and intimidation by both civilians and police. In a recent crackdown, authorities issued sealing orders for 14 apartments on the street, officially citing the fight against prostitution. However, activists argue that the move reflects a broader pattern of discrimination and systematic pressure, particularly during what the government has labeled the “Year of the Family.” In this atmosphere of fear and marginalization, trans women like Helin strive to maintain daily life and dignity within a community targeted by both social stigma and institutional hostility. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Trans Woman Finds Shelter Amid Crackdown - Turkey

Trans woman Helin spends time at her home on Bornova Street in the Alsancak neighborhood of Izmir, Turkey, on July 27, 2025. Bornova Street, located in the Konak district, is known as a densely inhabited area for transgender individuals, many of whom face mounting hostility amid an increasingly repressive climate for LGBTQ+ communities in Turkey. Residents report frequent harassment and violence, including raids and intimidation by both civilians and police. In a recent crackdown, authorities issued sealing orders for 14 apartments on the street, officially citing the fight against prostitution. However, activists argue that the move reflects a broader pattern of discrimination and systematic pressure, particularly during what the government has labeled the “Year of the Family.” In this atmosphere of fear and marginalization, trans women like Helin strive to maintain daily life and dignity within a community targeted by both social stigma and institutional hostility. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Trans Woman Finds Shelter Amid Crackdown - Turkey

Trans woman Helin spends time at her home on Bornova Street in the Alsancak neighborhood of Izmir, Turkey, on July 27, 2025. Bornova Street, located in the Konak district, is known as a densely inhabited area for transgender individuals, many of whom face mounting hostility amid an increasingly repressive climate for LGBTQ+ communities in Turkey. Residents report frequent harassment and violence, including raids and intimidation by both civilians and police. In a recent crackdown, authorities issued sealing orders for 14 apartments on the street, officially citing the fight against prostitution. However, activists argue that the move reflects a broader pattern of discrimination and systematic pressure, particularly during what the government has labeled the “Year of the Family.” In this atmosphere of fear and marginalization, trans women like Helin strive to maintain daily life and dignity within a community targeted by both social stigma and institutional hostility. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Trans Woman Finds Shelter Amid Crackdown - Turkey

Trans woman Helin spends time at her home on Bornova Street in the Alsancak neighborhood of Izmir, Turkey, on July 27, 2025. Bornova Street, located in the Konak district, is known as a densely inhabited area for transgender individuals, many of whom face mounting hostility amid an increasingly repressive climate for LGBTQ+ communities in Turkey. Residents report frequent harassment and violence, including raids and intimidation by both civilians and police. In a recent crackdown, authorities issued sealing orders for 14 apartments on the street, officially citing the fight against prostitution. However, activists argue that the move reflects a broader pattern of discrimination and systematic pressure, particularly during what the government has labeled the “Year of the Family.” In this atmosphere of fear and marginalization, trans women like Helin strive to maintain daily life and dignity within a community targeted by both social stigma and institutional hostility. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Trans Woman Finds Shelter Amid Crackdown - Turkey

Trans woman Helin spends time at her home on Bornova Street in the Alsancak neighborhood of Izmir, Turkey, on July 27, 2025. Bornova Street, located in the Konak district, is known as a densely inhabited area for transgender individuals, many of whom face mounting hostility amid an increasingly repressive climate for LGBTQ+ communities in Turkey. Residents report frequent harassment and violence, including raids and intimidation by both civilians and police. In a recent crackdown, authorities issued sealing orders for 14 apartments on the street, officially citing the fight against prostitution. However, activists argue that the move reflects a broader pattern of discrimination and systematic pressure, particularly during what the government has labeled the “Year of the Family.” In this atmosphere of fear and marginalization, trans women like Helin strive to maintain daily life and dignity within a community targeted by both social stigma and institutional hostility. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Trans Woman Finds Shelter Amid Crackdown - Turkey

Trans woman Helin spends time at her home on Bornova Street in the Alsancak neighborhood of Izmir, Turkey, on July 27, 2025. Bornova Street, located in the Konak district, is known as a densely inhabited area for transgender individuals, many of whom face mounting hostility amid an increasingly repressive climate for LGBTQ+ communities in Turkey. Residents report frequent harassment and violence, including raids and intimidation by both civilians and police. In a recent crackdown, authorities issued sealing orders for 14 apartments on the street, officially citing the fight against prostitution. However, activists argue that the move reflects a broader pattern of discrimination and systematic pressure, particularly during what the government has labeled the “Year of the Family.” In this atmosphere of fear and marginalization, trans women like Helin strive to maintain daily life and dignity within a community targeted by both social stigma and institutional hostility. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Trans Woman Finds Shelter Amid Crackdown - Turkey

Trans woman Helin spends time at her home on Bornova Street in the Alsancak neighborhood of Izmir, Turkey, on July 27, 2025. Bornova Street, located in the Konak district, is known as a densely inhabited area for transgender individuals, many of whom face mounting hostility amid an increasingly repressive climate for LGBTQ+ communities in Turkey. Residents report frequent harassment and violence, including raids and intimidation by both civilians and police. In a recent crackdown, authorities issued sealing orders for 14 apartments on the street, officially citing the fight against prostitution. However, activists argue that the move reflects a broader pattern of discrimination and systematic pressure, particularly during what the government has labeled the “Year of the Family.” In this atmosphere of fear and marginalization, trans women like Helin strive to maintain daily life and dignity within a community targeted by both social stigma and institutional hostility. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ruins Caused by Israel in Kafr Kila - Lebanon

This photo shows United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) patrolling in Kafr Kila, Lebanon, February 21, 2025. Kafr Kila is a border village subjected to some of the most systematic Israeli destruction during the clashes between Hezbollah and Israeli forces, which were fueled by the war in Gaza. Photo by Ali Hashisho/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ruins Caused by Israel in Kafr Kila - Lebanon

This photo shows ruins caused by Israel in Kafr Kila, Lebanon, February 21, 2025. Kafr Kila is a border village subjected to some of the most systematic Israeli destruction during the clashes between Hezbollah and Israeli forces, which were fueled by the war in Gaza. Photo by Ali Hashisho/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ruins Caused by Israel in Kafr Kila - Lebanon

This photo shows the separation wall between the Israeli town of Metula and Kafr Kila of Lebanon, on February 21, 2025. Kafr Kila is a border village subjected to some of the most systematic Israeli destruction during the clashes between Hezbollah and Israeli forces, which were fueled by the war in Gaza. Photo by Ali Hashisho/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ruins Caused by Israel in Kafr Kila - Lebanon

This photo shows ruins caused by Israel in Kafr Kila, Lebanon, February 21, 2025. Kafr Kila is a border village subjected to some of the most systematic Israeli destruction during the clashes between Hezbollah and Israeli forces, which were fueled by the war in Gaza. Photo by Ali Hashisho/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ruins Caused by Israel in Kafr Kila - Lebanon

This photo shows ruins caused by Israel in Kafr Kila, Lebanon, February 21, 2025. Kafr Kila is a border village subjected to some of the most systematic Israeli destruction during the clashes between Hezbollah and Israeli forces, which were fueled by the war in Gaza. Photo by Ali Hashisho/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israel Carries Out Dozens Of Air Strikes Across Syria

Smoke rises following airstrikes in Damascus, Syria, on December 9, 2024. Israeli warplanes launched a series of airstrikes on Monday targeting Syrian navy vessels docked at Latakia Port and military depots in coastal areas, according to a war monitor. The Israeli strikes also hit arms depots in Damascus in what appears to be a systematic effort to dismantle Syria's remaining military infrastructure following the fall of Bashar al-Assad's government, said the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. Photo by Monsef Memari/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israel Carries Out Dozens Of Air Strikes Across Syria

Smoke rises following airstrikes in Damascus, Syria, on December 9, 2024. Israeli warplanes launched a series of airstrikes on Monday targeting Syrian navy vessels docked at Latakia Port and military depots in coastal areas, according to a war monitor. The Israeli strikes also hit arms depots in Damascus in what appears to be a systematic effort to dismantle Syria's remaining military infrastructure following the fall of Bashar al-Assad's government, said the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. Photo by Monsef Memari/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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CHINA-BEIJING-WHITE PAPER-MARINE ECO-ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (CN)

(240711) -- BEIJING, July 11, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on July 11, 2024 shows the release conference of the white paper titled "Marine Eco-Environmental Protection in China" in Beijing, capital of China. China's State Council Information Office on Thursday released a white paper titled "Marine Eco-Environmental Protection in China." Besides the preface and conclusion, the white paper consists of seven parts: "Improving Marine Eco-Environment for Harmonious Coexistence Between Humans and the Ocean," "Coordinating Marine Eco-Environmental Protection," "Systematic Governance of the Marine Eco-Environment," "Science-Based Conservation and Restoration of Marine Ecosystems," "Strengthening Supervision and Administration of the Marine Eco-Environment," "Advancing China's Green and Low-Carbon Maritime Development" and "Carrying Out All-Round International Cooperation on Marine Eco-Environmental Protection." Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Li Xin)

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CHINA-BEIJING-WHITE PAPER-MARINE ECO-ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (CN)

(240711) -- BEIJING, July 11, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on July 11, 2024 shows the Chinese and English copies of the white paper titled "Marine Eco-Environmental Protection in China" in Beijing, capital of China. China's State Council Information Office on Thursday released a white paper titled "Marine Eco-Environmental Protection in China." Besides the preface and conclusion, the white paper consists of seven parts: "Improving Marine Eco-Environment for Harmonious Coexistence Between Humans and the Ocean," "Coordinating Marine Eco-Environmental Protection," "Systematic Governance of the Marine Eco-Environment," "Science-Based Conservation and Restoration of Marine Ecosystems," "Strengthening Supervision and Administration of the Marine Eco-Environment," "Advancing China's Green and Low-Carbon Maritime Development" and "Carrying Out All-Round International Cooperation on Marine Eco-Environmental Protection." Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Li Xin)

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CHINA-BEIJING-WHITE PAPER-MARINE ECO-ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (CN)

(240711) -- BEIJING, July 11, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on July 11, 2024 shows the release conference of the white paper titled "Marine Eco-Environmental Protection in China" in Beijing, capital of China. China's State Council Information Office on Thursday released a white paper titled "Marine Eco-Environmental Protection in China." Besides the preface and conclusion, the white paper consists of seven parts: "Improving Marine Eco-Environment for Harmonious Coexistence Between Humans and the Ocean," "Coordinating Marine Eco-Environmental Protection," "Systematic Governance of the Marine Eco-Environment," "Science-Based Conservation and Restoration of Marine Ecosystems," "Strengthening Supervision and Administration of the Marine Eco-Environment," "Advancing China's Green and Low-Carbon Maritime Development" and "Carrying Out All-Round International Cooperation on Marine Eco-Environmental Protection." Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Li Xin)

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CHINA-BEIJING-WHITE PAPER-MARINE ECO-ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (CN)

(240711) -- BEIJING, July 11, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on July 11, 2024 shows the Chinese and English copies of the white paper titled "Marine Eco-Environmental Protection in China" in Beijing, capital of China. China's State Council Information Office on Thursday released a white paper titled "Marine Eco-Environmental Protection in China." Besides the preface and conclusion, the white paper consists of seven parts: "Improving Marine Eco-Environment for Harmonious Coexistence Between Humans and the Ocean," "Coordinating Marine Eco-Environmental Protection," "Systematic Governance of the Marine Eco-Environment," "Science-Based Conservation and Restoration of Marine Ecosystems," "Strengthening Supervision and Administration of the Marine Eco-Environment," "Advancing China's Green and Low-Carbon Maritime Development" and "Carrying Out All-Round International Cooperation on Marine Eco-Environmental Protection." Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Li Xin)

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"Laowai" in China | A Brazilian's love on martial arts and traditional Chinese medicine

(240710) -- NANNING, July 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Gabriel de Moraes Neto teaches as students learn martial arts in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 6, 2024. Born in 1978, Gabriel de Moraes Neto hails from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He is now a martial arts coach based in Nanning, Guangxi. Inspired by Bruce Lee's Kung Fu at young age, Gabriel developed an interest in Chinese martial arts and began to receive systematic training in 1999. As his understanding of martial arts and traditional Chinese culture deepened, he named himself "Mo Xiaolong," after Bruce Lee's Chinese name, "Li Xiaolong." In 2008, Gabriel visited Beijing University of Chinese Medicine as an exchange student to study acupuncture while practicing martial arts. To him, Kung Fu embodies traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and physical strengthening, displaying the charm of Chinese culture. After completing his studies, Gabriel returned to Brazil where he opened a school specializing in Kung Fu traini

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"Laowai" in China | A Brazilian's love on martial arts and traditional Chinese medicine

(240710) -- NANNING, July 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Gabriel de Moraes Neto practices martial arts at a park in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 4, 2024. Born in 1978, Gabriel de Moraes Neto hails from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He is now a martial arts coach based in Nanning, Guangxi. Inspired by Bruce Lee's Kung Fu at young age, Gabriel developed an interest in Chinese martial arts and began to receive systematic training in 1999. As his understanding of martial arts and traditional Chinese culture deepened, he named himself "Mo Xiaolong," after Bruce Lee's Chinese name, "Li Xiaolong." In 2008, Gabriel visited Beijing University of Chinese Medicine as an exchange student to study acupuncture while practicing martial arts. To him, Kung Fu embodies traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and physical strengthening, displaying the charm of Chinese culture. After completing his studies, Gabriel returned to Brazil where he opened a school specializing in Kung Fu training and

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"Laowai" in China | A Brazilian's love on martial arts and traditional Chinese medicine

(240710) -- NANNING, July 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Gabriel de Moraes Neto (1st R) practices skill of Miaodao, a two-handed long sabre, with his fellows at a park in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 6, 2024. Born in 1978, Gabriel de Moraes Neto hails from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He is now a martial arts coach based in Nanning, Guangxi. Inspired by Bruce Lee's Kung Fu at young age, Gabriel developed an interest in Chinese martial arts and began to receive systematic training in 1999. As his understanding of martial arts and traditional Chinese culture deepened, he named himself "Mo Xiaolong," after Bruce Lee's Chinese name, "Li Xiaolong." In 2008, Gabriel visited Beijing University of Chinese Medicine as an exchange student to study acupuncture while practicing martial arts. To him, Kung Fu embodies traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and physical strengthening, displaying the charm of Chinese culture. After completing his studies, Gabriel returned to Brazil where

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"Laowai" in China | A Brazilian's love on martial arts and traditional Chinese medicine

(240710) -- NANNING, July 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Gabriel de Moraes Neto teaches as students learn martial arts in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 6, 2024. Born in 1978, Gabriel de Moraes Neto hails from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He is now a martial arts coach based in Nanning, Guangxi. Inspired by Bruce Lee's Kung Fu at young age, Gabriel developed an interest in Chinese martial arts and began to receive systematic training in 1999. As his understanding of martial arts and traditional Chinese culture deepened, he named himself "Mo Xiaolong," after Bruce Lee's Chinese name, "Li Xiaolong." In 2008, Gabriel visited Beijing University of Chinese Medicine as an exchange student to study acupuncture while practicing martial arts. To him, Kung Fu embodies traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and physical strengthening, displaying the charm of Chinese culture. After completing his studies, Gabriel returned to Brazil where he opened a school specializing in Kung Fu traini

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"Laowai" in China | A Brazilian's love on martial arts and traditional Chinese medicine

(240710) -- NANNING, July 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Gabriel de Moraes Neto (front) practices martial arts with his fellows besides Yongjiang River in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 6, 2024. Born in 1978, Gabriel de Moraes Neto hails from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He is now a martial arts coach based in Nanning, Guangxi. Inspired by Bruce Lee's Kung Fu at young age, Gabriel developed an interest in Chinese martial arts and began to receive systematic training in 1999. As his understanding of martial arts and traditional Chinese culture deepened, he named himself "Mo Xiaolong," after Bruce Lee's Chinese name, "Li Xiaolong." In 2008, Gabriel visited Beijing University of Chinese Medicine as an exchange student to study acupuncture while practicing martial arts. To him, Kung Fu embodies traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and physical strengthening, displaying the charm of Chinese culture. After completing his studies, Gabriel returned to Brazil where he opened a scho

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"Laowai" in China | A Brazilian's love on martial arts and traditional Chinese medicine

(240710) -- NANNING, July 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Gabriel de Moraes Neto (C) practices skill of Miaodao, a two-handed long sabre, with his fellows at a park in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 6, 2024. Born in 1978, Gabriel de Moraes Neto hails from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He is now a martial arts coach based in Nanning, Guangxi. Inspired by Bruce Lee's Kung Fu at young age, Gabriel developed an interest in Chinese martial arts and began to receive systematic training in 1999. As his understanding of martial arts and traditional Chinese culture deepened, he named himself "Mo Xiaolong," after Bruce Lee's Chinese name, "Li Xiaolong." In 2008, Gabriel visited Beijing University of Chinese Medicine as an exchange student to study acupuncture while practicing martial arts. To him, Kung Fu embodies traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and physical strengthening, displaying the charm of Chinese culture. After completing his studies, Gabriel returned to Brazil where he o

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"Laowai" in China | A Brazilian's love on martial arts and traditional Chinese medicine

(240710) -- NANNING, July 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Gabriel de Moraes Neto (2nd L) has meal featuring Brazilian roast meat with his friends in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 6, 2024. Born in 1978, Gabriel de Moraes Neto hails from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He is now a martial arts coach based in Nanning, Guangxi. Inspired by Bruce Lee's Kung Fu at young age, Gabriel developed an interest in Chinese martial arts and began to receive systematic training in 1999. As his understanding of martial arts and traditional Chinese culture deepened, he named himself "Mo Xiaolong," after Bruce Lee's Chinese name, "Li Xiaolong." In 2008, Gabriel visited Beijing University of Chinese Medicine as an exchange student to study acupuncture while practicing martial arts. To him, Kung Fu embodies traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and physical strengthening, displaying the charm of Chinese culture. After completing his studies, Gabriel returned to Brazil where he opened a school spec

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"Laowai" in China | A Brazilian's love on martial arts and traditional Chinese medicine

(240710) -- NANNING, July 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Gabriel de Moraes Neto (L) learns massage skills from doctor Wen Yong at Guangxi International Zhuang Medicine Hospital in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 4, 2024. Born in 1978, Gabriel de Moraes Neto hails from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He is now a martial arts coach based in Nanning, Guangxi. Inspired by Bruce Lee's Kung Fu at young age, Gabriel developed an interest in Chinese martial arts and began to receive systematic training in 1999. As his understanding of martial arts and traditional Chinese culture deepened, he named himself "Mo Xiaolong," after Bruce Lee's Chinese name, "Li Xiaolong." In 2008, Gabriel visited Beijing University of Chinese Medicine as an exchange student to study acupuncture while practicing martial arts. To him, Kung Fu embodies traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and physical strengthening, displaying the charm of Chinese culture. After completing his studies, Gabriel returned to Braz

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"Laowai" in China | A Brazilian's love on martial arts and traditional Chinese medicine

(240710) -- NANNING, July 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Gabriel de Moraes Neto teaches as students learn martial arts at a club in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 6, 2024. Born in 1978, Gabriel de Moraes Neto hails from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He is now a martial arts coach based in Nanning, Guangxi. Inspired by Bruce Lee's Kung Fu at young age, Gabriel developed an interest in Chinese martial arts and began to receive systematic training in 1999. As his understanding of martial arts and traditional Chinese culture deepened, he named himself "Mo Xiaolong," after Bruce Lee's Chinese name, "Li Xiaolong." In 2008, Gabriel visited Beijing University of Chinese Medicine as an exchange student to study acupuncture while practicing martial arts. To him, Kung Fu embodies traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and physical strengthening, displaying the charm of Chinese culture. After completing his studies, Gabriel returned to Brazil where he opened a school specializing in Kung

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"Laowai" in China | A Brazilian's love on martial arts and traditional Chinese medicine

(240710) -- NANNING, July 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Doctor Liao Lianlian demonstrates as Gabriel de Moraes Neto (R) learns acupuncture at Guangxi International Zhuang Medicine Hospital in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 4, 2024. Born in 1978, Gabriel de Moraes Neto hails from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He is now a martial arts coach based in Nanning, Guangxi. Inspired by Bruce Lee's Kung Fu at young age, Gabriel developed an interest in Chinese martial arts and began to receive systematic training in 1999. As his understanding of martial arts and traditional Chinese culture deepened, he named himself "Mo Xiaolong," after Bruce Lee's Chinese name, "Li Xiaolong." In 2008, Gabriel visited Beijing University of Chinese Medicine as an exchange student to study acupuncture while practicing martial arts. To him, Kung Fu embodies traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and physical strengthening, displaying the charm of Chinese culture. After completing his studies, Gabriel ret

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"Laowai" in China | A Brazilian's love on martial arts and traditional Chinese medicine

(240710) -- NANNING, July 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Gabriel de Moraes Neto teaches as students learn martial arts at a club in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 6, 2024. Born in 1978, Gabriel de Moraes Neto hails from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He is now a martial arts coach based in Nanning, Guangxi. Inspired by Bruce Lee's Kung Fu at young age, Gabriel developed an interest in Chinese martial arts and began to receive systematic training in 1999. As his understanding of martial arts and traditional Chinese culture deepened, he named himself "Mo Xiaolong," after Bruce Lee's Chinese name, "Li Xiaolong." In 2008, Gabriel visited Beijing University of Chinese Medicine as an exchange student to study acupuncture while practicing martial arts. To him, Kung Fu embodies traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and physical strengthening, displaying the charm of Chinese culture. After completing his studies, Gabriel returned to Brazil where he opened a school specializing in Kung

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"Laowai" in China | A Brazilian's love on martial arts and traditional Chinese medicine

(240710) -- NANNING, July 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Gabriel de Moraes Neto practices martial arts at a park in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 4, 2024. Born in 1978, Gabriel de Moraes Neto hails from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He is now a martial arts coach based in Nanning, Guangxi. Inspired by Bruce Lee's Kung Fu at young age, Gabriel developed an interest in Chinese martial arts and began to receive systematic training in 1999. As his understanding of martial arts and traditional Chinese culture deepened, he named himself "Mo Xiaolong," after Bruce Lee's Chinese name, "Li Xiaolong." In 2008, Gabriel visited Beijing University of Chinese Medicine as an exchange student to study acupuncture while practicing martial arts. To him, Kung Fu embodies traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and physical strengthening, displaying the charm of Chinese culture. After completing his studies, Gabriel returned to Brazil where he opened a school specializing in Kung Fu training and

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"Laowai" in China | A Brazilian's love on martial arts and traditional Chinese medicine

(240710) -- NANNING, July 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This aerial photo taken on July 6, 2024 shows Gabriel de Moraes Neto (front) practicing with Miaodao, a two-handed long sabre,, with his fellows at a park in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Born in 1978, Gabriel de Moraes Neto hails from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He is now a martial arts coach based in Nanning, Guangxi. Inspired by Bruce Lee's Kung Fu at young age, Gabriel developed an interest in Chinese martial arts and began to receive systematic training in 1999. As his understanding of martial arts and traditional Chinese culture deepened, he named himself "Mo Xiaolong," after Bruce Lee's Chinese name, "Li Xiaolong." In 2008, Gabriel visited Beijing University of Chinese Medicine as an exchange student to study acupuncture while practicing martial arts. To him, Kung Fu embodies traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and physical strengthening, displaying the charm of Chinese culture. After completing his studies, Gab

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"Laowai" in China | A Brazilian's love on martial arts and traditional Chinese medicine

(240710) -- NANNING, July 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Gabriel de Moraes Neto returns home after his martial arts instruction class in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 6, 2024. Born in 1978, Gabriel de Moraes Neto hails from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He is now a martial arts coach based in Nanning, Guangxi. Inspired by Bruce Lee's Kung Fu at young age, Gabriel developed an interest in Chinese martial arts and began to receive systematic training in 1999. As his understanding of martial arts and traditional Chinese culture deepened, he named himself "Mo Xiaolong," after Bruce Lee's Chinese name, "Li Xiaolong." In 2008, Gabriel visited Beijing University of Chinese Medicine as an exchange student to study acupuncture while practicing martial arts. To him, Kung Fu embodies traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and physical strengthening, displaying the charm of Chinese culture. After completing his studies, Gabriel returned to Brazil where he opened a school specializing in

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"Laowai" in China | A Brazilian's love on martial arts and traditional Chinese medicine

(240710) -- NANNING, July 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Gabriel de Moraes Neto (L) learns massage skills from doctor Wen Yong at Guangxi International Zhuang Medicine Hospital in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 4, 2024. Born in 1978, Gabriel de Moraes Neto hails from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He is now a martial arts coach based in Nanning, Guangxi. Inspired by Bruce Lee's Kung Fu at young age, Gabriel developed an interest in Chinese martial arts and began to receive systematic training in 1999. As his understanding of martial arts and traditional Chinese culture deepened, he named himself "Mo Xiaolong," after Bruce Lee's Chinese name, "Li Xiaolong." In 2008, Gabriel visited Beijing University of Chinese Medicine as an exchange student to study acupuncture while practicing martial arts. To him, Kung Fu embodies traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and physical strengthening, displaying the charm of Chinese culture. After completing his studies, Gabriel returned to Braz

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"Laowai" in China | A Brazilian's love on martial arts and traditional Chinese medicine

(240710) -- NANNING, July 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Gabriel de Moraes Neto (R) learns calligraphy from a teacher in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 6, 2024. Born in 1978, Gabriel de Moraes Neto hails from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He is now a martial arts coach based in Nanning, Guangxi. Inspired by Bruce Lee's Kung Fu at young age, Gabriel developed an interest in Chinese martial arts and began to receive systematic training in 1999. As his understanding of martial arts and traditional Chinese culture deepened, he named himself "Mo Xiaolong," after Bruce Lee's Chinese name, "Li Xiaolong." In 2008, Gabriel visited Beijing University of Chinese Medicine as an exchange student to study acupuncture while practicing martial arts. To him, Kung Fu embodies traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and physical strengthening, displaying the charm of Chinese culture. After completing his studies, Gabriel returned to Brazil where he opened a school specializing in Kung Fu trainin

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"Laowai" in China | A Brazilian's love on martial arts and traditional Chinese medicine

(240710) -- NANNING, July 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Gabriel de Moraes Neto rides a bike in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 9, 2024. Born in 1978, Gabriel de Moraes Neto hails from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He is now a martial arts coach based in Nanning, Guangxi. Inspired by Bruce Lee's Kung Fu at young age, Gabriel developed an interest in Chinese martial arts and began to receive systematic training in 1999. As his understanding of martial arts and traditional Chinese culture deepened, he named himself "Mo Xiaolong," after Bruce Lee's Chinese name, "Li Xiaolong." In 2008, Gabriel visited Beijing University of Chinese Medicine as an exchange student to study acupuncture while practicing martial arts. To him, Kung Fu embodies traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and physical strengthening, displaying the charm of Chinese culture. After completing his studies, Gabriel returned to Brazil where he opened a school specializing in Kung Fu training and acupuncture courses

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Systematic training by Chinese company empowers local talent in Uganda

STORY: Systematic training by Chinese company empowers local talent in Uganda SHOOTING TIME: April 27, 2024 DATELINE: May 1, 2024 LENGTH: 0:01:54 LOCATION: Kampala CATEGORY: ECONOMY/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of local employees from the China Communications Construction Company (CCCC) having training 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): FAITH KIRONDE, CCCC Uganda Employee 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): ABEL MUSIITWA, CCCC Uganda Employee 4. various of local employees working on site 5. SOUNDBITE 3 (CHINESE): ZHAO WEI, Representative of CCCC Uganda 6. SOUNDBITE 4 (ENGLISH): ABEL MUSIITWA, CCCC Uganda Employee STORYLINE: 32 local employees from the China Communications Construction Company (CCCC) Uganda branch have just completed a two-week educational program. This training was jointly organized by CCCC and Wuhan City Polytechnic (WCP) located in Hubei Province, central China. The educational series, known as the "Seagull Project," is the company's flagship initiative to cultivate local talent. It encompasses a range

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UGANDA-CHINA-COMPANY-LOCAL EMPLOYEES-SYSTEMATIC TRAINING

(240429) -- KAMPALA, April 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Trainees practice rebar tying operations under a Chinese engineer's instructions in Kampala, Uganda, on April 27, 2024. The continuous participation of Chinese enterprises in Uganda's economic development has equipped local employees with professional skills and knowledge, helping them to build their dreams. (Photo by Hajarah Nalwadda/Xinhua) TO GO WITH Feature: Systematic training by Chinese company empowers local talent in Uganda

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UGANDA-CHINA-COMPANY-LOCAL EMPLOYEES-SYSTEMATIC TRAINING

(240429) -- WAKISO (UGANDA), April 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Trainees of the Seagull Project attend a construction theory course in Wakiso, Uganda, on April 27, 2024 The continuous participation of Chinese enterprises in Uganda's economic development has equipped local employees with professional skills and knowledge, helping them to build their dreams. (Photo by Hajarah Nalwadda/Xinhua) TO GO WITH Feature: Systematic training by Chinese company empowers local talent in Uganda

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UGANDA-CHINA-COMPANY-LOCAL EMPLOYEES-SYSTEMATIC TRAINING

(240429) -- WAKISO (UGANDA), April 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Zhao Wei, representative of the China Communications Construction Company (CCCC) Uganda, speaks during an interview in Wakiso, Uganda, on April 27, 2024. The continuous participation of Chinese enterprises in Uganda's economic development has equipped local employees with professional skills and knowledge, helping them to build their dreams. (Photo by Hajarah Nalwadda/Xinhua) TO GO WITH Feature: Systematic training by Chinese company empowers local talent in Uganda

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UGANDA-CHINA-COMPANY-LOCAL EMPLOYEES-SYSTEMATIC TRAINING

(240429) -- WAKISO (UGANDA), April 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Zhou Chuan (C), a Chinese language teacher, interacts with trainees in a Chinese language class of the Seagull Project in Wakiso, Uganda, on April 27, 2024. The continuous participation of Chinese enterprises in Uganda's economic development has equipped local employees with professional skills and knowledge, helping them to build their dreams. (Photo by Hajarah Nalwadda/Xinhua) TO GO WITH Feature: Systematic training by Chinese company empowers local talent in Uganda

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UGANDA-CHINA-COMPANY-LOCAL EMPLOYEES-SYSTEMATIC TRAINING

(240429) -- WAKISO (UGANDA), April 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Faith Kironde, a 24-year-old trainee of the Seagull Project, speaks during an interview in Wakiso, Uganda, on April 27, 2024. The continuous participation of Chinese enterprises in Uganda's economic development has equipped local employees with professional skills and knowledge, helping them to build their dreams. (Photo by Hajarah Nalwadda/Xinhua) TO GO WITH Feature: Systematic training by Chinese company empowers local talent in Uganda

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UGANDA-CHINA-COMPANY-LOCAL EMPLOYEES-SYSTEMATIC TRAINING

(240429) -- KAMPALA, April 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Musitwa Abel, a local employee of the China Communications Construction Company (CCCC) Uganda who has just completed a two-week training course of the Seagull Project, speaks during an interview in Kampala, Uganda, on April 27, 2024. The continuous participation of Chinese enterprises in Uganda's economic development has equipped local employees with professional skills and knowledge, helping them to build their dreams. (Photo by Hajarah Nalwadda/Xinhua) TO GO WITH Feature: Systematic training by Chinese company empowers local talent in Uganda

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(240423) -- GAZA, April 23, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Workers uncover bodies found at Nasser Hospital in the southern Gaza Strip city of Khan Younis, on April 23, 2024. The Palestinian death toll in the Gaza Strip from ongoing Israeli attacks has risen to 34,183, the Hamas-run Health Ministry said on Tuesday. Mahmoud Basal, spokesman for the Civil Defense Service in the Gaza Strip, said the bodies had been buried collectively by the Israeli army, adding that search operations were underway as thousands of people were still missing in Gaza. The spokesman accused the Israeli army of "enforcing disappearance of the people in the Gaza Strip in a systematic and deliberate manner." (Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua)

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MIDEAST-GAZA-KHAN YOUNIS-BODIES

(240423) -- GAZA, April 23, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Workers carry a body found at Nasser Hospital in the southern Gaza Strip city of Khan Younis, on April 23, 2024. The Palestinian death toll in the Gaza Strip from ongoing Israeli attacks has risen to 34,183, the Hamas-run Health Ministry said on Tuesday. Mahmoud Basal, spokesman for the Civil Defense Service in the Gaza Strip, said the bodies had been buried collectively by the Israeli army, adding that search operations were underway as thousands of people were still missing in Gaza. The spokesman accused the Israeli army of "enforcing disappearance of the people in the Gaza Strip in a systematic and deliberate manner." (Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua)

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MIDEAST-GAZA-KHAN YOUNIS-BODIES

(240423) -- GAZA, April 23, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Workers carry a body found at Nasser Hospital in the southern Gaza Strip city of Khan Younis, on April 23, 2024. The Palestinian death toll in the Gaza Strip from ongoing Israeli attacks has risen to 34,183, the Hamas-run Health Ministry said on Tuesday. Mahmoud Basal, spokesman for the Civil Defense Service in the Gaza Strip, said the bodies had been buried collectively by the Israeli army, adding that search operations were underway as thousands of people were still missing in Gaza. The spokesman accused the Israeli army of "enforcing disappearance of the people in the Gaza Strip in a systematic and deliberate manner." (Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua)

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MIDEAST-GAZA-KHAN YOUNIS-BODIES

(240423) -- GAZA, April 23, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Workers carry a body found at Nasser Hospital in the southern Gaza Strip city of Khan Younis, on April 23, 2024. The Palestinian death toll in the Gaza Strip from ongoing Israeli attacks has risen to 34,183, the Hamas-run Health Ministry said on Tuesday. Mahmoud Basal, spokesman for the Civil Defense Service in the Gaza Strip, said the bodies had been buried collectively by the Israeli army, adding that search operations were underway as thousands of people were still missing in Gaza. The spokesman accused the Israeli army of "enforcing disappearance of the people in the Gaza Strip in a systematic and deliberate manner." (Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua)

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MIDEAST-GAZA-KHAN YOUNIS-BODIES

(240423) -- GAZA, April 23, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Workers uncover bodies found at Nasser Hospital in the southern Gaza Strip city of Khan Younis, on April 23, 2024. The Palestinian death toll in the Gaza Strip from ongoing Israeli attacks has risen to 34,183, the Hamas-run Health Ministry said on Tuesday. Mahmoud Basal, spokesman for the Civil Defense Service in the Gaza Strip, said the bodies had been buried collectively by the Israeli army, adding that search operations were underway as thousands of people were still missing in Gaza. The spokesman accused the Israeli army of "enforcing disappearance of the people in the Gaza Strip in a systematic and deliberate manner." (Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua)

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MIDEAST-GAZA-KHAN YOUNIS-BODIES

(240423) -- GAZA, April 23, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Workers uncover bodies found at Nasser Hospital in the southern Gaza Strip city of Khan Younis, on April 23, 2024. The Palestinian death toll in the Gaza Strip from ongoing Israeli attacks has risen to 34,183, the Hamas-run Health Ministry said on Tuesday. Mahmoud Basal, spokesman for the Civil Defense Service in the Gaza Strip, said the bodies had been buried collectively by the Israeli army, adding that search operations were underway as thousands of people were still missing in Gaza. The spokesman accused the Israeli army of "enforcing disappearance of the people in the Gaza Strip in a systematic and deliberate manner." (Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua)