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DUPLANTIS TRIBUTE

STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN 20251003Pole vaulter Armand Duplantis raises to the world record height of 6.30 on the tribute bar that Avesta municipality had erected at the world's largest Dala horse on Highway 70 in Sweden October 03, 2025. Armand's connection to Avesta is through his mother Helena Duplantis who comes from the city. Armand has also competed for the Avesta club IK Stål, which his grandfather was one of the founders. Armand Duplantis stands in the skylift and admits that he is actually a little afraid of heights when he doesn't have a mat underneath him.Photo: Fredrik Sandberg / TT / Code 10080

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DUPLANTIS TRIBUTE

STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN 20251003Pole vaulter Armand Duplantis raises to the world record height of 6.30 on the tribute bar that Avesta municipality had erected at the world's largest Dala horse on Highway 70 in Sweden October 03, 2025. Armand's connection to Avesta is through his mother Helena Duplantis who comes from the city. Armand has also competed for the Avesta club IK Stål, which his grandfather was one of the founders. Armand Duplantis stands in the skylift and admits that he is actually a little afraid of heights when he doesn't have a mat underneath him.Photo: Fredrik Sandberg / TT / Code 10080

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DUPLANTIS TRIBUTE

STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN 20251003Pole vaulter Armand Duplantis raises to the world record height of 6.30 on the tribute bar that Avesta municipality had erected at the world's largest Dala horse on Highway 70 in Sweden October 03, 2025. Armand's connection to Avesta is through his mother Helena Duplantis who comes from the city. Armand has also competed for the Avesta club IK Stål, which his grandfather was one of the founders. Armand Duplantis stands in the skylift and admits that he is actually a little afraid of heights when he doesn't have a mat underneath him.Photo: Fredrik Sandberg / TT / Code 10080

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Protests continue over arrest of Istanbul mayor - Izmir

Protesters hold a banner that reads "Don't Be Afraid" as Turkish people continue their protests against the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu in Izmir, Turkey, on March 27, 2025. Photo by Berkcan Zengin/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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International Women Rights Day Demonstration - Toulouse

Two demonstrators with placards. If we punished rapists, there wouldn't be enough chairs at the table. If you're afraid of feminists, you ve probably got something to be ashamed of. Demonstration on 8 March 2025, International Women s Rights Day, to demand equal rights for women and men. Fight against persistent pay inequalities, feminicide and the rise of - masculinist - discourse. France, Toulouse on 8 March 2025. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protest Against Violence Against Women - Istanbul

On the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, women and women's rights advocates in Kadikoy raised their voices despite police pressure and barricades: 'We will not stay silent, we will not be afraid, we will not obey! Istanbul, Turkey, on November 24, 2024. Protestors hold slogan to demand implementation of the law on the protection of the family and prevention of violence against women (6284) during the demonstration. Photo by Berkman Ulutin/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protest Against Violence Against Women - Istanbul

On the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, women and women's rights advocates in Kadikoy raised their voices despite police pressure and barricades: 'We will not stay silent, we will not be afraid, we will not obey! Istanbul, Turkey, on November 24, 2024. Protestors hold slogan to demand implementation of the law on the protection of the family and prevention of violence against women (6284) during the demonstration. Photo by Berkman Ulutin/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protest Against Violence Against Women - Istanbul

On the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, women and women's rights advocates in Kadikoy raised their voices despite police pressure and barricades: 'We will not stay silent, we will not be afraid, we will not obey! Istanbul, Turkey, on November 24, 2024. Protestors hold slogan to demand implementation of the law on the protection of the family and prevention of violence against women (6284) during the demonstration. Photo by Sercan Ozkurnazli/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protest Against Violence Against Women - Istanbul

On the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, women and women's rights advocates in Kadikoy raised their voices despite police pressure and barricades: 'We will not stay silent, we will not be afraid, we will not obey! Istanbul, Turkey, on November 24, 2024. Protestors hold slogan to demand implementation of the law on the protection of the family and prevention of violence against women (6284) during the demonstration. Photo by Sercan Ozkurnazli/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protest Against Violence Against Women - Istanbul

On the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, women and women's rights advocates in Kadikoy raised their voices despite police pressure and barricades: 'We will not stay silent, we will not be afraid, we will not obey! Istanbul, Turkey, on November 24, 2024. Protestors hold slogan to demand implementation of the law on the protection of the family and prevention of violence against women (6284) during the demonstration. Photo by Berkman Ulutin/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protest Against Violence Against Women - Istanbul

On the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, women and women's rights advocates in Kadikoy raised their voices despite police pressure and barricades: 'We will not stay silent, we will not be afraid, we will not obey! Istanbul, Turkey, on November 24, 2024. Protestors hold slogan to demand implementation of the law on the protection of the family and prevention of violence against women (6284) during the demonstration. Photo by Sercan Ozkurnazli/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protest Against Violence Against Women - Istanbul

On the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, women and women's rights advocates in Kadikoy raised their voices despite police pressure and barricades: 'We will not stay silent, we will not be afraid, we will not obey! Istanbul, Turkey, on November 24, 2024. Protestors hold slogan to demand implementation of the law on the protection of the family and prevention of violence against women (6284) during the demonstration. Photo by Berkman Ulutin/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protest Against Violence Against Women - Istanbul

On the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, women and women's rights advocates in Kadikoy raised their voices despite police pressure and barricades: 'We will not stay silent, we will not be afraid, we will not obey! Istanbul, Turkey, on November 24, 2024. Protestors hold slogan to demand implementation of the law on the protection of the family and prevention of violence against women (6284) during the demonstration. Photo by Sercan Ozkurnazli/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protest Against Violence Against Women - Istanbul

On the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, women and women's rights advocates in Kadikoy raised their voices despite police pressure and barricades: 'We will not stay silent, we will not be afraid, we will not obey! Istanbul, Turkey, on November 24, 2024. Protestors hold slogan to demand implementation of the law on the protection of the family and prevention of violence against women (6284) during the demonstration. Photo by Berkman Ulutin/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protest Against Violence Against Women - Istanbul

On the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, women and women's rights advocates in Kadikoy raised their voices despite police pressure and barricades: 'We will not stay silent, we will not be afraid, we will not obey! Istanbul, Turkey, on November 24, 2024. Protestors hold slogan to demand implementation of the law on the protection of the family and prevention of violence against women (6284) during the demonstration. Photo by Berkman Ulutin/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protest Against Violence Against Women - Istanbul

On the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, women and women's rights advocates in Kadikoy raised their voices despite police pressure and barricades: 'We will not stay silent, we will not be afraid, we will not obey! Istanbul, Turkey, on November 24, 2024. Protestors hold slogan to demand implementation of the law on the protection of the family and prevention of violence against women (6284) during the demonstration. Photo by Sercan Ozkurnazli/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protest Against Violence Against Women - Istanbul

On the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, women and women's rights advocates in Kadikoy raised their voices despite police pressure and barricades: 'We will not stay silent, we will not be afraid, we will not obey! Istanbul, Turkey, on November 24, 2024. Protestors hold slogan to demand implementation of the law on the protection of the family and prevention of violence against women (6284) during the demonstration. Photo by Sercan Ozkurnazli/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protest Against Violence Against Women - Istanbul

On the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, women and women's rights advocates in Kadikoy raised their voices despite police pressure and barricades: 'We will not stay silent, we will not be afraid, we will not obey! Istanbul, Turkey, on November 24, 2024. Protestors hold slogan to demand implementation of the law on the protection of the family and prevention of violence against women (6284) during the demonstration. Photo by Sercan Ozkurnazli/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protest Against Violence Against Women - Istanbul

On the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, women and women's rights advocates in Kadikoy raised their voices despite police pressure and barricades: 'We will not stay silent, we will not be afraid, we will not obey! Istanbul, Turkey, on November 24, 2024. Protestors hold slogan to demand implementation of the law on the protection of the family and prevention of violence against women (6284) during the demonstration. Photo by Sercan Ozkurnazli/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protest Against Violence Against Women - Istanbul

On the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, women and women's rights advocates in Kadikoy raised their voices despite police pressure and barricades: 'We will not stay silent, we will not be afraid, we will not obey! Istanbul, Turkey, on November 24, 2024. Protestors hold slogan to demand implementation of the law on the protection of the family and prevention of violence against women (6284) during the demonstration. Photo by Berkman Ulutin/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protest Against Violence Against Women - Istanbul

On the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, women and women's rights advocates in Kadikoy raised their voices despite police pressure and barricades: 'We will not stay silent, we will not be afraid, we will not obey! Istanbul, Turkey, on November 24, 2024. Protestors hold slogan to demand implementation of the law on the protection of the family and prevention of violence against women (6284) during the demonstration. Photo by Berkman Ulutin/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protest Against Violence Against Women - Istanbul

On the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, women and women's rights advocates in Kadikoy raised their voices despite police pressure and barricades: 'We will not stay silent, we will not be afraid, we will not obey! Istanbul, Turkey, on November 24, 2024. Protestors hold slogan to demand implementation of the law on the protection of the family and prevention of violence against women (6284) during the demonstration. Photo by Sercan Ozkurnazli/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protest Against Violence Against Women - Istanbul

On the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, women and women's rights advocates in Kadikoy raised their voices despite police pressure and barricades: 'We will not stay silent, we will not be afraid, we will not obey! Istanbul, Turkey, on November 24, 2024. Protestors hold slogan to demand implementation of the law on the protection of the family and prevention of violence against women (6284) during the demonstration. Photo by Sercan Ozkurnazli/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protest Against Violence Against Women - Istanbul

On the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, women and women's rights advocates in Kadikoy raised their voices despite police pressure and barricades: 'We will not stay silent, we will not be afraid, we will not obey! Istanbul, Turkey, on November 24, 2024. Protestors hold slogan to demand implementation of the law on the protection of the family and prevention of violence against women (6284) during the demonstration. Photo by Berkman Ulutin/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protest Against Violence Against Women - Istanbul

On the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, women and women's rights advocates in Kadikoy raised their voices despite police pressure and barricades: 'We will not stay silent, we will not be afraid, we will not obey! Istanbul, Turkey, on November 24, 2024. Protestors hold slogan to demand implementation of the law on the protection of the family and prevention of violence against women (6284) during the demonstration. Photo by Berkman Ulutin/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protest Against Violence Against Women - Istanbul

On the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, women and women's rights advocates in Kadikoy raised their voices despite police pressure and barricades: 'We will not stay silent, we will not be afraid, we will not obey! Istanbul, Turkey, on November 24, 2024. Protestors hold slogan to demand implementation of the law on the protection of the family and prevention of violence against women (6284) during the demonstration. Photo by Sercan Ozkurnazli/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Protest Against Violence Against Women - Istanbul

On the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, women and women's rights advocates in Kadikoy raised their voices despite police pressure and barricades: 'We will not stay silent, we will not be afraid, we will not obey! Istanbul, Turkey, on November 24, 2024. Protestors hold slogan to demand implementation of the law on the protection of the family and prevention of violence against women (6284) during the demonstration. Photo by Sercan Ozkurnazli/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Displaced People In Beqaa Valley - Lebanon

A Syrian family is crossing the border to join Lebanon, to see their relatives. They said not being afraid to enter the country as they are "used to Isreal". Masnaa border crossing, the 12th of October in Beqaa Valley. Lebanon. Photo by Sami Boudra/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Displaced People in Beqaa Valley - Lebanon

A Syrian family is crossing the border to join Lebanon, to see their relatives. They said not being afraid to enter the country as they are "used to Isreal". Masnaa border crossing, the 12th of October in Beqaa Valley. Photo by Sami Boudra/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Freedom Flotilla Ready To Set Sail For Gaza - Istanbul

Ada Colau, a politician and former mayor of Barcelona for the past 8 years, is posing on the AK Deniz, the main ship of the Freedom Flotilla in Tuzla, Istanbul on April 23, 2024 ‘Today I’m here because Barcelona became the first big city in Europe to suspend relations with Israel a year ago, but it’s not enough. The situation has worsen and the genocide against Palestinian people continues. It’s not enough to talk about it and we have to act. As a politician I have to do anything that’s possible. I’m here to defend human rights, peace and justice for Palestinian people and for all humanity. We’re ready and we are waiting to sail to deliver humanitarian aid and food. There’s a lot of pressure now to block the mission from Israel, the United States and Germany. But I’m only afraid because the genocide is continuing in Gaza.’ Photo by Su Cassiano/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Freedom Flotilla Ready To Set Sail For Gaza - Istanbul

Ada Colau, a politician and former mayor of Barcelona for the past 8 years, is posing on the deck of the AK Deniz, the main ship of the Freedom Flotilla in Tuzla, Istanbul on April 23, 2024 ‘Today I’m here because Barcelona became the first big city in Europe to suspend relations with Israel a year ago, but it’s not enough. The situation has worsen and the genocide against Palestinian people continues. It’s not enough to talk about it and we have to act. As a politician I have to do anything that’s possible. I’m here to defend human rights, peace and justice for Palestinian people and for all humanity. We’re ready and we are waiting to sail to deliver humanitarian aid and food. There’s a lot of pressure now to block the mission from Israel, the United States and Germany. But I’m only afraid because the genocide is continuing in Gaza.’ Photo by Su Cassiano/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Freedom Flotilla Ready To Set Sail For Gaza - Istanbul

Ada Colau, a politician and former mayor of Barcelona for the past 8 years, is posing on the deck of the AK Deniz, the main ship of the Freedom Flotilla in Tuzla, Istanbul on April 23, 2024 ‘Today I’m here because Barcelona became the first big city in Europe to suspend relations with Israel a year ago, but it’s not enough. The situation has worsen and the genocide against Palestinian people continues. It’s not enough to talk about it and we have to act. As a politician I have to do anything that’s possible. I’m here to defend human rights, peace and justice for Palestinian people and for all humanity. We’re ready and we are waiting to sail to deliver humanitarian aid and food. There’s a lot of pressure now to block the mission from Israel, the United States and Germany. But I’m only afraid because the genocide is continuing in Gaza.’ Photo by Su Cassiano/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Freedom Flotilla Ready To Set Sail For Gaza - Istanbul

Ada Colau, a politician and former mayor of Barcelona for the past 8 years, is posing on the AK Deniz, the main ship of the Freedom Flotilla in Tuzla, Istanbul on April 23, 2024 ‘Today I’m here because Barcelona became the first big city in Europe to suspend relations with Israel a year ago, but it’s not enough. The situation has worsen and the genocide against Palestinian people continues. It’s not enough to talk about it and we have to act. As a politician I have to do anything that’s possible. I’m here to defend human rights, peace and justice for Palestinian people and for all humanity. We’re ready and we are waiting to sail to deliver humanitarian aid and food. There’s a lot of pressure now to block the mission from Israel, the United States and Germany. But I’m only afraid because the genocide is continuing in Gaza.’ Photo by Su Cassiano/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Freedom Flotilla Ready To Set Sail For Gaza - Istanbul

Ada Colau, a politician and former mayor of Barcelona for the past 8 years, is posing on the AK Deniz, the main ship of the Freedom Flotilla in Tuzla, Istanbul on April 23, 2024 ‘Today I’m here because Barcelona became the first big city in Europe to suspend relations with Israel a year ago, but it’s not enough. The situation has worsen and the genocide against Palestinian people continues. It’s not enough to talk about it and we have to act. As a politician I have to do anything that’s possible. I’m here to defend human rights, peace and justice for Palestinian people and for all humanity. We’re ready and we are waiting to sail to deliver humanitarian aid and food. There’s a lot of pressure now to block the mission from Israel, the United States and Germany. But I’m only afraid because the genocide is continuing in Gaza.’ Photo by Su Cassiano/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rally Against The Far Right - Paris

A protester holding a placard with the message make racist afraid again, during the demonstration. Rally against the far right, on the Republic square, at the call of student unions and youth organizations of political parties, the day after the dissolution of the National Assembly, on June 10, 2024 in Paris. Photo by Christophe Michel / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Portraits Project - Resisting the War - Israel

Rotem, 28, is a master's student in archeology and a manager of ranger groups. Before the war, he would drum at demonstrations against the occupation, but because of the fear of violence and the radicalization of the discourse, he has not participated in any protests in recent months. "I am more afraid than ever that my young nephews will have to enlist in the army, and that soon someone close to me will die. I am afraid for the mental health of my friends who are in the army. I fear for my personal safety due to the feeling that any person, Jewish or Palestinian, could see me as a threat, and any encounter could lead to harm." Photo by Yahel Gazit/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Tea industry drives rural revitalization in Metok in China's Xizang

STORY: Tea industry drives rural revitalization in Metok in China's Xizang SHOOTING TIME: May 3, 2024 DATELINE: May 4, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:10 LOCATION: LHASA, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of tea plantations 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): YUAN CHUNHUA, Owner of a local store 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): YU JIACHUN, Local official STORYLINE: Tea cultivation has helped boost rural revitalization in Geling Village in China's Xizang in recent years. Since the beginning of spring, villagers have been busy picking tea leaves in the plantations. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): YUAN CHUNHUA, Owner of a local store "Tea is hailed as the 'golden leaf' of Metok. Today it's raining. Actually, it rains regularly here. They all go to pick tea leaves and they're not afraid of hard work. They go early in the morning, and some even wear headlamps to go tea picking." Geling was once inaccessible due to its rugged terrain and dense forests. However, the opening of the Metok Highway in 2013 significantly improved con

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Iraqis observe Ramadan with a mix of concerns, woes

STORY: Iraqis observe Ramadan with a mix of concerns, woes SHOOTING TIME: March 10, 2024 DATELINE: March 11, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:39 LOCATION: Baghdad CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of people shopping at Shorja Market 2. SOUNDBITE (Arabic): SAIF SITAR, Iraqi shop owner STORYLINE: Decades of wars and conflicts, especially the U.S. invasion in 2003, have changed atmosphere of the Ramadan in Iraq. The political and sectarian divisions left in the wake of the U.S. invasion in 2003 have exacerbated the difficult conditions faced by many Iraqi people. SOUNDBITE (Arabic): SAIF SITAR, Iraqi shop owner "Ramadan now in Iraq is very different from the past. We called it 'Ramadan of family' in the past because there were love and communication. Now communication between neighbors has been cut off. People are afraid of talking to neighbors because of the political and sectarian divisions that the U.S. have introduced since the war in 2003. Everything has been changed because of the American occupation. The U.S.

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Residents evacuate to overnight shelters after earthquakes in Japan

STORY: Residents evacuate to overnight shelters after earthquakes in Japan SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 2, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 3, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:48 LOCATION: ISHIKAWA, Japan CATEGORY: OTHERS SHOTLIST: 1. STANDUP (English): ZHANG XIAOYU, Xinhua correspondent 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Japanese): Emergency shelter coordinator 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Japanese): Local resident STORYLINE: STANDUP (English): ZHANG XIAOYU, Xinhua correspondent "I am Xinhua correspondent Zhang Xiaoyu. I am now reporting in Ishikawa, Japan. Here is an emergency shelter in Ishikawa (prefecture). As we can see, many people are taking shelter here after strong earthquakes hit the region. The place used to be a primary school and now it has been turned into an emergency shelter. Earlier we've spoken with some of the people here. They've told me that around 230 people are currently staying here and there is a lack of water supply and food." SOUNDBITE 1 (Japanese): Emergency shelter coordinator "We were afraid that a tsunami might come. So we tried to take she

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I hope relationship between Central Asian countries and China will get closer: Kyrgyz expat

STORY: I hope relationship between Central Asian countries and China will get closer: Kyrgyz expat DATELINE: May 17, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:53 LOCATION: YINCHUAN, China CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): BAKTYGUL RAIMBEKOVA, Teacher, North Minzu University 2. various of Baktygul Raimbekova's daily life in Yinchuan STORYLINE: "I hope that the relationship between Central Asian countries and China will get closer and we will find more good projects for cooperation," says Baktygul Raimbekova, a Kyrgyz expat living in China. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): BAKTYGUL RAIMBEKOVA, Teacher, North Minzu University "Hello, my Chinese name is Bahe. I am from Kyrgyzstan and now I'm living in Yinchuan, capital of China's Ningxia. I teach Russian at North Minzu University. I remember when I began teaching in 2014, many students were afraid to greet others or express themselves. They might be very shy, and some students may be relatively traditional. But now, every student, wow, I can't imagine it, every student sta

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Severe corrosion in U.S. monetary policies leads to social troubles, says expert

STORY: Severe corrosion in U.S. monetary policies leads to social troubles, says expert DATELINE: May 13, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:18 LOCATION: ISTANBUL, Türkiye CATEGORY: POLITICS/ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of street views in U.S. 2. various of U.S. Federal Reserve 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (Turkish): MURAT TUFAN, Analyst with Turkish broadcaster Ekoturk 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Turkish): MURAT TUFAN, Analyst with Turkish broadcaster Ekoturk STORYLINE: A Turkish analyst says severe corrosion in the United States' monetary policies, especially in recent years, has caused or exacerbated numerous problems in American society. Murat Tufan, an analyst with Turkish broadcaster Ekoturk, said that the wrong and inconsiderate policies of the U.S. Fed have been one of the most significant issues that drew millions of people into poverty. SOUNDBITE 1 (Turkish): MURAT TUFAN, Analyst with Turkish broadcaster Ekoturk "Many people in America are barely trying to pay their mortgage loans and are afraid of being homeless. The health insurance

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Traditional Ramadan lanterns made in China gain popularity in Jordan

STORY: Traditional Ramadan lanterns made in China gain popularity in Jordan DATELINE: March 26, 2023 LENGTH: 0:01:37 LOCATION: Amman CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of a shop 2. SOUNDBITE (Arabic): NEDAL WAHBEH, Shop owner STORYLINE: The traditional lanterns are essential ornaments to decorate homes and public places in Jordan during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, while those products made in China are gaining popularity. Nedal Wahbeh, who owns a shop in Amman specializing in selling Ramadan decorations, said that over the years, his customers have built confidence in Chinese products, so he imported the majority of the items from China. SOUNDBITE (Arabic): NEDAL WAHBEH, Shop owner "Confidence in these products has increased by 100%. Customers no longer want to double-check the product or are afraid it won't function properly. 'Made in China' has become a credible product for people." Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Amman. (XHTV)

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"She-power" in saving lives in emergency room in SW China hospital

STORY: "She-power" in saving lives in emergency room in SW China hospital DATELINE: March 10, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:18 LOCATION: GUIYANG, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY/HEALTH SHOTLIST: 1. various of hospital 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): FAN LING, Nurse, Emergency Department of Guizhou Provincial People's Hospital 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): ZHANG GUIPING, Head nurse, ICU of Emergency Department, Guizhou Provincial People's Hospital STORYLINE: At Guizhou Provincial People's Hospital in southwest China's Guiyang City, women make up nearly 80 percent of the medical staff in the emergency department. The "she-power" constitutes a major force in treating patients and saving lives. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): FAN LING, Nurse, Emergency Department of Guizhou Provincial People's Hospital "I still remember the first time to face the death of a patient. Then I was really afraid and unable to sleep well for two days. Over time, after work, I keep thinking what I haven't done for the patients I take care of, and if there is anythin

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Locals uneasy amid escalation in West Bank

STORY: Locals uneasy amid escalation in West Bank DATELINE: March 1, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:35 LOCATION: Gaza CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Palestinians inspect their properties in Huwara town following Israeli settlers' attacks. 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): AHMED ABU JOBAIDY, Local resident from Huwara town 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Arabic): MOHAMMED IBRAHIM, Local resident from Huwara town 4. various of Israeli forces in Huwara town STORYLINE: Ahead of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, which will begin in late March, there is concern that tensions will rise further in the West Bank. The Palestinian news agency of WAFA reported that Israeli settlers torched at least 40 homes, vandalized dozens of shops and cars, and killed sheep in the town of Hawara and three other towns in the area of Nablus city. Some locals said that they were afraid to lose their lives while others found themselves stuck inside their houses without having any choice but to escape to another place that would be safer. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic

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U.S. aims to label China as threat in airship incident: former diplomat

STORY: U.S. aims to label China as threat in airship incident: former diplomat DATELINE: Feb. 22, 2023 LENGTH: 0:01:38 LOCATION: Cairo CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the U.S. 2. SOUNDBITE (Arabic): MAGDY AMER, Former ambassador of Egypt to China STORYLINE: A Chinese civilian airship had entered U.S. airspace due to force majeure. The non-threatening balloon was later shot down by a missile. A former Egyptian official says the U.S. uses the airship incident to accuse China of espionage, aiming to label China as a threat to other countries. SOUNDBITE (Arabic): MAGDY AMER, Former ambassador of Egypt to China "We are used to the U.S. making things up regarding many issues to serve its goals. From the beginning of the balloon crisis, the U.S. aimed to make the world afraid of China by tarnishing its reputation. From the very first moment of the incident, the U.S. immediately confirmed, without any evidence, that the balloon was for spying on it and not for studying the weather, as China said. Then

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Chinese cartoonist staying in Japan out of fear for safety

TOKYO, Japan - Photo taken on Oct. 22, 2014, shows prominent Chinese cartoonist Wang Liming. Wang, known as "Rebel Pepper," has begun a new life in Japan as he is afraid his safety will be threatened if he returns to his home country amid intensifying restrictions on freedom of expression there.

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Wounded Syrian man in Lebanon

TRIPOLI, Lebanon - Photo taken on Oct. 30, 2011, shows a man nursing an injury at a house in Tripoli, northern Lebanon, after he was shot during an antigovernment protest in Homs, western Syria. The man in his 30s who fled his home country in September 2011 refused to show his face because he was afraid of possible reprisals against members of his family in Homs.

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'Have a big dream,' NASA chief tells Japan youths

NAHA, Japan - NASA Administrator Charles Bolden speaks to students at Kaiho Senior High School in Haebaru, Okinawa Prefecture, on Nov. 18, 2009. ''Never be afraid of failure, have a big dream,'' Bolden said during his visit to Japan to discuss with government officials how to boost private-sector bilateral cooperation in space development.

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'Have a big dream,' NASA chief tells Japan youths

NAHA, Japan - NASA Administrator Charles Boldens (R) and his wife Alexis (L) smile as they are surrounded by students at Kaiho Senior High School in Haebaru, Okinawa Prefecture, on Nov. 18, 2009. Bolden, who is visiting Japan to meet with Japanese government officials, told students in a speech to ''never be afraid of failure, have a big dream.'

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Bonfire-loving monkeys on show in Aichi monkey park

NAGOYA, Japan - A herd of Yaku monkeys in Japan Monkey Park in Inuyama, Aichi Prefecture huddle around a bonfire in the park to keep warm. Most monkeys are by nature afraid of fire but these Yaku monkeys, native of Yakushima island in Kagoshima Prefecture, have apparently overcome their fear after park officials started making a bonfire inside the park every year in 1959. The bonfire-loving monkeys will be shown to the public everyday from Dec. 22 to Jan. 6, and during weekends and public holidays from Jan. 12 to Feb. 24.