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Australia: Ex-Cyclone Alfred Hits with Severe Weather and Flash Flooding

Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred made landfall north of Brisbane on Saturday night, March 7, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and causing flash flooding across Queensland. One man died in the floodwaters, and significant damage, including downed power lines and ripped-off roofs, was reported. As of Monday, more than 230,000 households and businesses remain without power.

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Rebels Surround Key City Hama - Syria

People shop for fruit and vegetables at a market in the city of Hama, central Syria, on December 4, 2024.Islamist-led Syrian rebels surrounded the key city of Hama "from three sides" on Wednesday as they continued their offensive on government-held territory. This marks the latest win for the rebels after last week's takeover of the country's second city Aleppo, which in more than a decade of war had never completely fallen out of government hands. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rebels Surround Key City Hama - Syria

Photo taken on December 4, 2024 shows the city of Hama, central Syria.Islamist-led Syrian rebels surrounded the key city of Hama "from three sides" on Wednesday as they continued their offensive on government-held territory. This marks the latest win for the rebels after last week's takeover of the country's second city Aleppo, which in more than a decade of war had never completely fallen out of government hands. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rebels Surround Key City Hama - Syria

Photo taken on December 4, 2024 shows the city of Hama, central Syria.Islamist-led Syrian rebels surrounded the key city of Hama "from three sides" on Wednesday as they continued their offensive on government-held territory. This marks the latest win for the rebels after last week's takeover of the country's second city Aleppo, which in more than a decade of war had never completely fallen out of government hands. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rebels Surround Key City Hama - Syria

People shop for fruit and vegetables at a market in the city of Hama, central Syria, on December 4, 2024.Islamist-led Syrian rebels surrounded the key city of Hama "from three sides" on Wednesday as they continued their offensive on government-held territory. This marks the latest win for the rebels after last week's takeover of the country's second city Aleppo, which in more than a decade of war had never completely fallen out of government hands. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rebels Surround Key City Hama - Syria

People shop for potatoes at a market in the city of Hama, central Syria, on December 4, 2024.Islamist-led Syrian rebels surrounded the key city of Hama "from three sides" on Wednesday as they continued their offensive on government-held territory. This marks the latest win for the rebels after last week's takeover of the country's second city Aleppo, which in more than a decade of war had never completely fallen out of government hands. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Inter-Union Demonstration - Paris

Demonstrators with a sign reading “From social emergency services to PJJ, bringing together our fight to win” take part in a protest called by the CGT union for a strike action and to demand "the repeal of pension reform" and "higher wages and pensions", in Paris, on October 1, 2024. More than 180 demonstrations are planned across France on October 1, called by the CGT, FSU and Solidaires, to demand the repeal of pension reform and higher wages, just as the Prime Minister is about to unveil his priorities in his general policy speech. Photo by Alexis Jumeau/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Paris Olympics: Athletics

Composite photo shows Japan's Haruka Kitaguch throwing 65.80 meters to finish first in the women's javelin final at the Paris Olympics on Aug. 10, 2024, at Stade de France in Saint-Denis, near Paris. Kitaguchi became the first Japanese woman to win an Olympic gold medal in an Olympic athletics event other than the marathon.

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Paris 2024 - Chinese Olympic Star Pan Zhanle's World Record Questioned

Photo dated July 31, 2024 shows Gold medalist Pan Zhanle of China attends the victory ceremony for the men's 100m freestyle of swimming at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France, July 31, 2024. An Australian swimming commentator and coach has said Pan Zhanle’s record-breaking victory in the Olympic 100-metre freestyle was “not humanly possible”. The Chinese superstar’s win in 46.40 seconds sparked celebrations back in China, but has been met with suspicion by his rivals. Australia’s Kyle Chalmers posted a time of 47.48, more than a second adrift of Pan, and commentator and coach Brett Hawke, who is not a member of the country’s Olympic set-up, expressed disbelief at the commanding manner of the victory on his Instagram page. Photo by Du Yu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Paris 2024 - Chinese Olympic Star Pan Zhanle's World Record Questioned

Photo dated July 31, 2024 shows Gold medalist Pan Zhanle of China attends the press conference after the men's 100m freestyle final of swimming at Paris 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France. An Australian swimming commentator and coach has said Pan Zhanle’s record-breaking victory in the Olympic 100-metre freestyle was “not humanly possible”. The Chinese superstar’s win in 46.40 seconds sparked celebrations back in China, but has been met with suspicion by his rivals. Australia’s Kyle Chalmers posted a time of 47.48, more than a second adrift of Pan, and commentator and coach Brett Hawke, who is not a member of the country’s Olympic set-up, expressed disbelief at the commanding manner of the victory on his Instagram page. Photo by Luo Yuan/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Paris 2024 - Chinese Olympic Star Pan Zhanle's World Record Questioned

Photo dated July 31, 2024 shows Gold medalist Pan Zhanle of China shows the medal during the victory ceremony for the men's 100m freestyle of swimming at Paris 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France. An Australian swimming commentator and coach has said Pan Zhanle’s record-breaking victory in the Olympic 100-metre freestyle was “not humanly possible”. The Chinese superstar’s win in 46.40 seconds sparked celebrations back in China, but has been met with suspicion by his rivals. Australia’s Kyle Chalmers posted a time of 47.48, more than a second adrift of Pan, and commentator and coach Brett Hawke, who is not a member of the country’s Olympic set-up, expressed disbelief at the commanding manner of the victory on his Instagram page. Photo by Wang Peng/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Paris 2024 - Chinese Olympic Star Pan Zhanle's World Record Questioned

Photo dated July 31, 2024 shows Pan Zhanle of China celebrates after the men's 100m freestyle final of swimming at Paris 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France. An Australian swimming commentator and coach has said Pan Zhanle’s record-breaking victory in the Olympic 100-metre freestyle was “not humanly possible”. The Chinese superstar’s win in 46.40 seconds sparked celebrations back in China, but has been met with suspicion by his rivals. Australia’s Kyle Chalmers posted a time of 47.48, more than a second adrift of Pan, and commentator and coach Brett Hawke, who is not a member of the country’s Olympic set-up, expressed disbelief at the commanding manner of the victory on his Instagram page. Photo by Xia Yifang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Paris 2024 - Chinese Olympic Star Pan Zhanle's World Record Questioned

Photo dated July 31, 2024 shows Gold medalist Pan Zhanle of China shows the medal during the victory ceremony for the men's 100m freestyle of swimming at Paris 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France. An Australian swimming commentator and coach has said Pan Zhanle’s record-breaking victory in the Olympic 100-metre freestyle was “not humanly possible”. The Chinese superstar’s win in 46.40 seconds sparked celebrations back in China, but has been met with suspicion by his rivals. Australia’s Kyle Chalmers posted a time of 47.48, more than a second adrift of Pan, and commentator and coach Brett Hawke, who is not a member of the country’s Olympic set-up, expressed disbelief at the commanding manner of the victory on his Instagram page. Photo by Wang Peng/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Paris 2024 - Chinese Olympic Star Pan Zhanle's World Record Questioned

Photo dated July 31, 2024 shows Gold medalist Pan Zhanle of China poses during the victory ceremony for the men's 100m freestyle of swimming at Paris 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France. An Australian swimming commentator and coach has said Pan Zhanle’s record-breaking victory in the Olympic 100-metre freestyle was “not humanly possible”. The Chinese superstar’s win in 46.40 seconds sparked celebrations back in China, but has been met with suspicion by his rivals. Australia’s Kyle Chalmers posted a time of 47.48, more than a second adrift of Pan, and commentator and coach Brett Hawke, who is not a member of the country’s Olympic set-up, expressed disbelief at the commanding manner of the victory on his Instagram page. Photo by Luo Yuan/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Paris 2024 - Chinese Olympic Star Pan Zhanle's World Record Questioned

Photo dated July 31, 2024 shows Pan Zhanle of China celebrates after the men's 100m freestyle final of swimming at Paris 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France. An Australian swimming commentator and coach has said Pan Zhanle’s record-breaking victory in the Olympic 100-metre freestyle was “not humanly possible”. The Chinese superstar’s win in 46.40 seconds sparked celebrations back in China, but has been met with suspicion by his rivals. Australia’s Kyle Chalmers posted a time of 47.48, more than a second adrift of Pan, and commentator and coach Brett Hawke, who is not a member of the country’s Olympic set-up, expressed disbelief at the commanding manner of the victory on his Instagram page. Photo by Du Yu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Paris 2024 - Chinese Olympic Star Pan Zhanle's World Record Questioned

Photo dated July 31, 2024 shows Gold medalist Pan Zhanle of China attends the press conference after the men's 100m freestyle final of swimming at Paris 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France. An Australian swimming commentator and coach has said Pan Zhanle’s record-breaking victory in the Olympic 100-metre freestyle was “not humanly possible”. The Chinese superstar’s win in 46.40 seconds sparked celebrations back in China, but has been met with suspicion by his rivals. Australia’s Kyle Chalmers posted a time of 47.48, more than a second adrift of Pan, and commentator and coach Brett Hawke, who is not a member of the country’s Olympic set-up, expressed disbelief at the commanding manner of the victory on his Instagram page. Photo by Xia Yifang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kamala Harris Thrust Into Spotlight As Biden Bows Out

File photo - Emmanuel Macron, France's president, left, greets US Vice President Kamala Harris, right, during a briefing at the NASA headquarters in Washington, DC, US, on Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2022. President Joe Biden will welcome Macron for the first White House state dinner in more than three years on Thursday, setting aside recent tensions with Paris over defense and trade issues to celebrate the oldest US alliance. President Biden announced he was suspending his re-election campaign and putting his faith in Harris. Within hours, the vice-president confirmed her own bid for the White House. “I will do everything in my power to unite the Democratic party, and unite our nation, to defeat Donald Trump,” Harris said. “We have 107 days until Election Day. Together, we will fight. And together, we will win." Photo by Al Drago/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Canadian Writer And Nobel Prize Alice Munro Dies At 92

File photo - Nobel Prize-winning Canadian author Alice Munro attends a ceremony held by the Royal Canadian Mint to celebrate her win where they unveiled a 99.99% pure silver five-dollar coin at the Great Victoria Public Library in Victoria, B.C., on March 24, 2014. Canadian author Alice Munro, a 2013 Nobel Prize winner for literature, has died at the age of 92. Munro wrote short stories for more than 60 years, often focusing on life in rural Canada. She died at her home in Port Hope, Ontario on Monday night, her family and her publisher have confirmed. Photo by Chad Hipolito/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Canadian Writer And Nobel Prize Alice Munro Dies At 92

File photo - Nobel Prize-winning Canadian author Alice Munro reads from her book "The View From Castle Rock" at a ceremony held by the Royal Canadian Mint to celebrate her win where they unveiled a 99.99% pure silver five-dollar coin at the Great Victoria Public Library in Victoria, B.C., on March 24, 2014. Canadian author Alice Munro, a 2013 Nobel Prize winner for literature, has died at the age of 92. Munro wrote short stories for more than 60 years, often focusing on life in rural Canada. She died at her home in Port Hope, Ontario on Monday night, her family and her publisher have confirmed. Photo by Chad Hipolito/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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At Boao Forum, China sends messages of win-win with robust growth, opening-up

STORY: At Boao Forum, China sends messages of win-win with robust growth, opening-up SHOOTING TIME: March 26, 2024 DATELINE: March 28, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:52 LOCATION: BOAO, China CATEGORY: POLITICS/ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Boao Forum 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): ARAVIND YELERY, Associate professor, Jawaharlal Nehru University 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): MICHELE GERACI, Former Undersecretary of State at Italian Ministry of Economic Development 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): BEN SIMPFENDORFER, Asia Pacific Head of Oliver Wyman Forum 5. various of Boao Forum STORYLINE: The 2024 Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) annual conference is being held from March 26 to 29 in Boao, a coastal town on China's island province of Hainan. Themed "Asia and the World: Common Challenges, Shared Responsibilities," this year's conference draws about 2,000 delegates from over 60 countries and regions and more than 1,100 journalists from about 40 countries and regions. Participants attending the forum have hailed China's high-level opening

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China is Apple's most critical supply chain: Tim Cook

STORY: China is Apple's most critical supply chain: Tim Cook SHOOTING TIME: March 20, 2024 DATELINE: March 21, 2024 LENGTH: 0:00:29 LOCATION: SHANGHAI, China CATEGORY: TECHNOLOGY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Apple CEO Tim Cook STORYLINE: Apple CEO Tim Cook on Wednesday reiterated the company's long-term commitment to the Chinese market during his visit to Shanghai. "There's no supply chain in the world that's more critical to us than China," Cook said, noting that Apple will strengthen its long-term cooperation with its Chinese supply chain partners and work closely with them on green and smart manufacturing to achieve win-win results. A new flagship Apple store is scheduled to open in Shanghai on Thursday, which is set to become the company's second-largest retail store globally. On Wednesday, Apple held a sharing session with Chinese suppliers such as BYD, Lens Technology and Shenzhen Everwin Precision Technology Co., Ltd., showcasing their latest achievements and progress in smart manufacturing, green man

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Set to win presidential election, Putin vows to achieve national goals

STORY: Set to win presidential election, Putin vows to achieve national goals SHOOTING TIME: March 17/18, 2024 DATELINE: March 18, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:59 LOCATION: Moscow CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the reelection 2. various of Vladimir Putin STORYLINE: Russia's incumbent President and presidential candidate Vladimir Putin, who is set to win reelection, said he would do his utmost to achieve national development goals on Monday morning. Putin has won 87.32 percent of the vote after 95.04 percent of all ballots were counted, according to data from the Russian Central Election Commission (CEC) as of Monday morning. Under Russia's presidential election regulations, a candidate who receives more than 50 percent of the votes will secure victory. Putin said at the campaign headquarters in Moscow that he would do his best to achieve the national development goals in all directions. Russia kicked off its three-day presidential election on Friday. The final results will be confirmed no

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From bricklayer to ardent advocate for migrant workers

STORY: From bricklayer to ardent advocate for migrant workers SHOOTING TIME: March 3, 2024 DATELINE: March 12, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:19 LOCATION: CHANGSHA, China CATEGORY: POLITICS/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Zou Bin 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): ZOU BIN, Project inspector, CCFED 3. various of Zou Bin 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): ZOU BIN, Project inspector, CCFED STORYLINE: Zou Bin, from central China's Hunan Province, is a project inspector of China Construction Fifth Engineering Division Corp., Ltd. (CCFED). He started off as a bricklayer and went on to win the Medallion for Excellence in bricklaying in the WorldSkills Competition held in Brazil in 2015, setting a record for China in this field. In 2018, he was elected as a grassroots NPC deputy and has become an ardent advocate for migrant workers. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): ZOU BIN, Project inspector, CCFED "During the past six years, I have submitted more than 10 suggestions, most of which were about migrant workers and the construction industry. I hope that

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Prabowo Subianto declares victory in Indonesia's presidential race

STORY: Prabowo Subianto declares victory in Indonesia's presidential race SHOOTING TIME: Feb. 14, 2024 DATELINE: Feb. 15, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:35 LOCATION: Jakarta CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Prabowo-Gibran gathering on Wednesday STORYLINE: Former general and three-time presidential candidate Prabowo Subianto declared victory in Indonesia's presidential election on Wednesday, calling it a victory for all Indonesians. "This is a victory for all Indonesian people. But I want to say that although we win, we should not be arrogant, we must stay humble. And I will embrace all parties," said Subianto at the Istora Senayan in Jakarta, accompanied by his running mate Gibran Rakabuming Raka. With more than 90 percent of the total ballots counted as of Wednesday evening, Subianto secured around 58 percent of votes while his rivals, Anies Baswedan and Ganjar Pranowo, obtained 25 percent and 16 percent, respectively, various quick and unofficial counts showed. In his speech, the 72-year-old politician

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XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

(240206) -- BEIJING, Feb. 6, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Incumbent Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele speaks at a press conference during the presidential election in San Salvador, El Salvador, Feb. 4, 2024. Incumbent Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele announced on Sunday that he had won the presidential election with more than 85 percent of votes. In a post on X, formerly Twitter, Bukele celebrated his election victory and said that his party, New Ideas, was set to win 58 of the 60 congressional seats that were up for grabs. (Photo by Alexander Peña/Xinhua)

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EL SALVADOR-PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION

(240205) -- SAN SALVADOR, Feb. 5, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Manuel Flores, one of the presidential candidates, casts his vote during the presidential election in Quezaltepeque, El Salvador, Feb. 4, 2024. Incumbent Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele announced on Sunday that he had won the presidential election with more than 85 percent of votes. In a post on X, formerly Twitter, Bukele celebrated his election victory and said that his party, New Ideas, was set to win 58 of the 60 congressional seats that were up for grabs. (Photo by Alexander Peña/Xinhua)

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EL SALVADOR-PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION

(240205) -- SAN SALVADOR, Feb. 5, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Incumbent Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele speaks at a press conference during the presidential election in San Salvador, El Salvador, Feb. 4, 2024. Incumbent Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele announced on Sunday that he had won the presidential election with more than 85 percent of votes. In a post on X, formerly Twitter, Bukele celebrated his election victory and said that his party, New Ideas, was set to win 58 of the 60 congressional seats that were up for grabs. (Photo by Alexander Peña/Xinhua)

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EL SALVADOR-PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION

(240205) -- SAN SALVADOR, Feb. 5, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Incumbent Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele (C) greets his supporters during the presidential election in San Salvador, El Salvador, Feb. 4, 2024. Incumbent Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele announced on Sunday that he had won the presidential election with more than 85 percent of votes. In a post on X, formerly Twitter, Bukele celebrated his election victory and said that his party, New Ideas, was set to win 58 of the 60 congressional seats that were up for grabs. (Photo by Alexander Peña/Xinhua)

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(AmazingAnhui)CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-ENVIRONMENTAL BUSINESSES (CN)

(240126) -- HEFEI, Jan. 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An automatic water testing system operates at Anhui CAS Intelligent Environmental Testing Technology Service Co., Ltd. in the China Environment Valley in Hefei, east China's Anhui Province, Jan. 17, 2024. Dubbed an "ecological environment hospital," China Environment Valley in Hefei has become a thriving hub for environmental businesses. By the end of 2023, it housed over 400 enterprises dealing with fields related to water, atmosphere, solid waste, environmental modification and monitoring. Beyond just providing a physical space, the Valley fosters a collaborative ecosystem where companies dive deeper than mere participation. They actively explore innovative management strategies, leading to a double win: enhanced environmental quality and increased efficiency. The Valley's success hinges on a well-oiled machinery. The local government acts as a magnet for environmental protection enterprises, while a dedicated research institute fuels the ecosystem with cu

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(AmazingAnhui)CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-ENVIRONMENTAL BUSINESSES (CN)

(240126) -- HEFEI, Jan. 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 17, 2024 shows an automatic water testing system at Anhui CAS Intelligent Environmental Testing Technology Service Co., Ltd. in the China Environment Valley in Hefei, east China's Anhui Province. Dubbed an "ecological environment hospital," China Environment Valley in Hefei has become a thriving hub for environmental businesses. By the end of 2023, it housed over 400 enterprises dealing with fields related to water, atmosphere, solid waste, environmental modification and monitoring. Beyond just providing a physical space, the Valley fosters a collaborative ecosystem where companies dive deeper than mere participation. They actively explore innovative management strategies, leading to a double win: enhanced environmental quality and increased efficiency. The Valley's success hinges on a well-oiled machinery. The local government acts as a magnet for environmental protection enterprises, while a dedicated research institute fuels the ec

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(AmazingAnhui)CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-ENVIRONMENTAL BUSINESSES (CN)

(240126) -- HEFEI, Jan. 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 17, 2024 shows quick testing devices for leaking gas at Hefei CAS InfraRed Precise Instrument Co., Ltd. in the China Environment Valley in Hefei, east China's Anhui Province. Dubbed an "ecological environment hospital," China Environment Valley in Hefei has become a thriving hub for environmental businesses. By the end of 2023, it housed over 400 enterprises dealing with fields related to water, atmosphere, solid waste, environmental modification and monitoring. Beyond just providing a physical space, the Valley fosters a collaborative ecosystem where companies dive deeper than mere participation. They actively explore innovative management strategies, leading to a double win: enhanced environmental quality and increased efficiency. The Valley's success hinges on a well-oiled machinery. The local government acts as a magnet for environmental protection enterprises, while a dedicated research institute fuels the ecosystem with cutting-

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(AmazingAnhui)CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-ENVIRONMENTAL BUSINESSES (CN)

(240126) -- HEFEI, Jan. 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A staff member operates an automatic water testing system at Anhui CAS Intelligent Environmental Testing Technology Service Co., Ltd. in the China Environment Valley in Hefei, east China's Anhui Province, Jan. 17, 2024. Dubbed an "ecological environment hospital," China Environment Valley in Hefei has become a thriving hub for environmental businesses. By the end of 2023, it housed over 400 enterprises dealing with fields related to water, atmosphere, solid waste, environmental modification and monitoring. Beyond just providing a physical space, the Valley fosters a collaborative ecosystem where companies dive deeper than mere participation. They actively explore innovative management strategies, leading to a double win: enhanced environmental quality and increased efficiency. The Valley's success hinges on a well-oiled machinery. The local government acts as a magnet for environmental protection enterprises, while a dedicated research institute fuels the eco

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(AmazingAnhui)CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-ENVIRONMENTAL BUSINESSES (CN)

(240126) -- HEFEI, Jan. 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 17, 2024 shows a quick testing device for leaking gas at Hefei CAS InfraRed Precise Instrument Co., Ltd. in the China Environment Valley in Hefei, east China's Anhui Province. Dubbed an "ecological environment hospital," China Environment Valley in Hefei has become a thriving hub for environmental businesses. By the end of 2023, it housed over 400 enterprises dealing with fields related to water, atmosphere, solid waste, environmental modification and monitoring. Beyond just providing a physical space, the Valley fosters a collaborative ecosystem where companies dive deeper than mere participation. They actively explore innovative management strategies, leading to a double win: enhanced environmental quality and increased efficiency. The Valley's success hinges on a well-oiled machinery. The local government acts as a magnet for environmental protection enterprises, while a dedicated research institute fuels the ecosystem with cutting

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(AmazingAnhui)CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-ENVIRONMENTAL BUSINESSES (CN)

(240126) -- HEFEI, Jan. 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 17, 2024 shows an automatic water testing system at Anhui CAS Intelligent Environmental Testing Technology Service Co., Ltd. in the China Environment Valley in Hefei, east China's Anhui Province. Dubbed an "ecological environment hospital," China Environment Valley in Hefei has become a thriving hub for environmental businesses. By the end of 2023, it housed over 400 enterprises dealing with fields related to water, atmosphere, solid waste, environmental modification and monitoring. Beyond just providing a physical space, the Valley fosters a collaborative ecosystem where companies dive deeper than mere participation. They actively explore innovative management strategies, leading to a double win: enhanced environmental quality and increased efficiency. The Valley's success hinges on a well-oiled machinery. The local government acts as a magnet for environmental protection enterprises, while a dedicated research institute fuels the ec

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(AmazingAnhui)CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-ENVIRONMENTAL BUSINESSES (CN)

(240126) -- HEFEI, Jan. 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A staff member checks the operation of an automatic water testing system at Anhui CAS Intelligent Environmental Testing Technology Service Co., Ltd. in the China Environment Valley in Hefei, east China's Anhui Province, Jan. 17, 2024. Dubbed an "ecological environment hospital," China Environment Valley in Hefei has become a thriving hub for environmental businesses. By the end of 2023, it housed over 400 enterprises dealing with fields related to water, atmosphere, solid waste, environmental modification and monitoring. Beyond just providing a physical space, the Valley fosters a collaborative ecosystem where companies dive deeper than mere participation. They actively explore innovative management strategies, leading to a double win: enhanced environmental quality and increased efficiency. The Valley's success hinges on a well-oiled machinery. The local government acts as a magnet for environmental protection enterprises, while a dedicated research institut

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(AmazingAnhui)CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-ENVIRONMENTAL BUSINESSES (CN)

(240126) -- HEFEI, Jan. 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on June 8, 2023 shows a view of the China Environment Valley in Hefei, east China's Anhui Province. Dubbed an "ecological environment hospital," China Environment Valley in Hefei has become a thriving hub for environmental businesses. By the end of 2023, it housed over 400 enterprises dealing with fields related to water, atmosphere, solid waste, environmental modification and monitoring. Beyond just providing a physical space, the Valley fosters a collaborative ecosystem where companies dive deeper than mere participation. They actively explore innovative management strategies, leading to a double win: enhanced environmental quality and increased efficiency. The Valley's success hinges on a well-oiled machinery. The local government acts as a magnet for environmental protection enterprises, while a dedicated research institute fuels the ecosystem with cutting-edge technology and skilled talent. This robust support fosters a comple

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Nikki Haley Surges In Poll To Within Four Points Of Trump

File photo dated January 25, 2017 shows Nikki Haley raises her right hand while being sworn in as the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations in Washington, DC, USA. The former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley has pulled within four percentage points of frontrunner Donald Trump in New Hampshire’s 2024 Republican presidential primary, a contest which could prove closer than expected for the ex-president, according to a new poll. Photo by Win McNamee/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nikki Haley Surges In Poll To Within Four Points Of Trump

File photo dated January 25, 2017 of U.S. Vice President Mike Pence swears in Nikki Haley (L) as the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations in Washington, DC, USA. The former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley has pulled within four percentage points of frontrunner Donald Trump in New Hampshire’s 2024 Republican presidential primary, a contest which could prove closer than expected for the ex-president, according to a new poll. Photo by Win McNamee/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nikki Haley Surges In Poll To Within Four Points Of Trump

File photo dated January 25, 2017 shows U.S. Vice President Mike Pence shakes hands with Nikki Haley after swearing in Haley as the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations in Washington, DC, USA. The former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley has pulled within four percentage points of frontrunner Donald Trump in New Hampshire’s 2024 Republican presidential primary, a contest which could prove closer than expected for the ex-president, according to a new poll. Photo by Win McNamee/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nikki Haley Surges In Poll To Within Four Points Of Trump

File photo dated January 25, 2017 showsU.S. Vice President Mike Pence (C) congratulates Nikki Haley at the end of the ceremomy where she was sworn in as the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations in Washington, DC, USA. The former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley has pulled within four percentage points of frontrunner Donald Trump in New Hampshire’s 2024 Republican presidential primary, a contest which could prove closer than expected for the ex-president, according to a new poll. Photo by Win McNamee/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hong Kong charity provides 7,300 free cataract operations in Belt and Road partner countries

STORY: Hong Kong charity provides 7,300 free cataract operations in Belt and Road partner countries SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 22, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 23, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:34 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: HEALTH SHOTLIST: 1. various of the ceremony STORYLINE: Hong Kong-based charity GX Foundation has provided more than 7,300 free cataract operations in five partner countries of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), facilitating people-to-people exchanges, according to the foundation. Founded in 2018 in Hong Kong, the non-government charity has brought brightness to people in Laos, Cambodia, Djibouti, Senegal and Mauritania, and planned to complete a total of 37,500 free cataract surgeries in these countries between 2022 and 2027. John Lee, chief executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, said that the BRI has promoted win-win international cooperation and brought substantial benefits to its partner countries, adding that Hong Kong will continue to align with the BRI and leverage its adv

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Bulgarians vote for local authorities

STORY: Bulgarians vote for local authorities DATELINE: Oct. 30, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:59 LOCATION: Sofia CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of polling stations 2. various of voters STORYLINE: Bulgarians went to polls on Sunday to elect mayors and municipal councilors. As many as 12,299 polling stations opened across the country at 7:00 a.m. local time (0500 GMT) for over six million eligible voters to cast their ballots. The elections are held every four years. In this year's elections, almost 39,000 candidates are competing for the posts of mayors of the 265 municipalities and 3,041 mayoralties in Bulgaria, and the 35 quarters in Sofia, Plovdiv and Varna, as well as 5,053 seats in the municipal councils. A candidate for mayor must gain more than half of the valid votes to win the position in the first round. If no one gains more than 50 percent of votes in the first round, the top two runners will compete in a run-off on Nov. 5. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Sofia. (XHTV

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Maldivians vote in presidential runoff

STORY: Maldivians vote in presidential runoff DATELINE: Sept. 30, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:20 LOCATION: Colombo CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of polling stations STORYLINE: The second round of presidential election in the Maldives concluded on Saturday, after no candidate secured more than 50 percent of votes in the first round to win outright. The runoff election featured a head-to-head contest between incumbent President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih and Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) and People's National Congress coalition's candidate Mohamed Muizzu, who is also the mayor of capital city Male. According to the Election Commission, a total of over 282,000 people are eligible to participate in the voting to choose the Indian Ocean archipelagic country's president with a five-year term. Voting started at 8 a.m. and concluded at 5 p.m. local time on Saturday, with 586 ballot boxes being set up for the election. Muizzu secured more than 46 percent of the votes, while Solih followed behind with 39 perce

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MALDIVES-MALE-PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION-SECOND ROUND-VOTING

(230930) -- MALE, Sept. 30, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A voter casts his vote at a polling station in Male, Maldives, Sept. 30, 2023. The second round of presidential election in the Maldives kicked off on Saturday, after no candidate secured more than 50 percent of votes in the first round to win outright. The runoff election featured a head-to-head contest between incumbent President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih and Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) and People's National Congress coalition's candidate Mohamed Muizzu, who is also the mayor of capital city Male. (Xinhua)

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MALDIVES-MALE-PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION-SECOND ROUND-VOTING

(230930) -- MALE, Sept. 30, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A voter casts his vote at a polling station in Male, Maldives, Sept. 30, 2023. The second round of presidential election in the Maldives kicked off on Saturday, after no candidate secured more than 50 percent of votes in the first round to win outright. The runoff election featured a head-to-head contest between incumbent President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih and Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) and People's National Congress coalition's candidate Mohamed Muizzu, who is also the mayor of capital city Male. (Xinhua)

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MALDIVES-MALE-PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION-SECOND ROUND-VOTING

(230930) -- MALE, Sept. 30, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A voter has her finger marked with election ink at a polling station in Male, Maldives, Sept. 30, 2023. The second round of presidential election in the Maldives kicked off on Saturday, after no candidate secured more than 50 percent of votes in the first round to win outright. The runoff election featured a head-to-head contest between incumbent President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih and Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) and People's National Congress coalition's candidate Mohamed Muizzu, who is also the mayor of capital city Male. (Xinhua)

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CHINA-TIANJIN-HELICOPTER EXPOSITION (CN)

(230915) -- TIANJIN, Sept. 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A helicopter of China's Fenglei aerobatic team is seen during a performance at the opening ceremony of the 6th China Helicopter Exposition in north China's Tianjin Municipality Sept. 14, 2023. The 6th China Helicopter Exposition opened on Thursday in north China's Tianjin Municipality, highlighting innovation, development and win-win cooperation. The expo is set to host activities such as exhibitions, forums, air shows, new product releases and business negotiations, and aims to promote innovation, cooperation and development in the global helicopter industry. It is expected to attract more than 60,000 visitors. (Photo by Chen Kai/Xinhua)

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CHINA-TIANJIN-HELICOPTER EXPOSITION (CN)

(230915) -- TIANJIN, Sept. 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- China's Fenglei aerobatic team performs at the opening ceremony of the 6th China Helicopter Exposition in north China's Tianjin Municipality Sept. 14, 2023. The 6th China Helicopter Exposition opened on Thursday in north China's Tianjin Municipality, highlighting innovation, development and win-win cooperation. The expo is set to host activities such as exhibitions, forums, air shows, new product releases and business negotiations, and aims to promote innovation, cooperation and development in the global helicopter industry. It is expected to attract more than 60,000 visitors. (Photo by Chen Kai/Xinhua)

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CHINA-TIANJIN-HELICOPTER EXPOSITION (CN)

(230915) -- TIANJIN, Sept. 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A helicopter of China's Fenglei aerobatic team is seen during a performance at the opening ceremony of the 6th China Helicopter Exposition in north China's Tianjin Municipality Sept. 14, 2023. The 6th China Helicopter Exposition opened on Thursday in north China's Tianjin Municipality, highlighting innovation, development and win-win cooperation. The expo is set to host activities such as exhibitions, forums, air shows, new product releases and business negotiations, and aims to promote innovation, cooperation and development in the global helicopter industry. It is expected to attract more than 60,000 visitors. (Photo by Chen Kai/Xinhua)

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CHINA-TIANJIN-HELICOPTER EXPOSITION (CN)

(230915) -- TIANJIN, Sept. 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- China's Fenglei aerobatic team performs at the opening ceremony of the 6th China Helicopter Exposition in north China's Tianjin Municipality Sept. 14, 2023. The 6th China Helicopter Exposition opened on Thursday in north China's Tianjin Municipality, highlighting innovation, development and win-win cooperation. The expo is set to host activities such as exhibitions, forums, air shows, new product releases and business negotiations, and aims to promote innovation, cooperation and development in the global helicopter industry. It is expected to attract more than 60,000 visitors. (Photo by Chen Kai/Xinhua)