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Spain: Atlantic Front Brings Heavy Rainfall and Drop in Temperatures, Some Areas See Snow

While the severe weather alerts in the Mediterranean have eased, heavy rain persists on Wednesday, December 17, in the Valencian Community, the Balearic Islands, and coastal Catalonia. A new Atlantic front is set to approach Spain, bringing a significant drop in temperatures and a fresh round of widespread rainfall. This shift will also lower the snow level to approximately 1,000 meters, signaling a transition to colder, more wintry conditions for much of the country.

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Centrist Rodrigo Paz Leads of Bolivia Presidential - La Paz

Bolivian presidential candidate Rodrigo Paz Pereira (front) speaks to his supporters in La Paz, Bolivia, August 17, 2025. Bolivia's Supreme Electoral Tribunal announced Sunday that the country's presidential election will go to a runoff after no candidate secured the required majority in the first round. The preliminary results, published on the court's official website, showed Rodrigo Paz Pereira, the candidate of the Christian Democratic Party, and Jorge Quiroga, the former president and candidate of Alianza Libre coalition, ranked first and second among the eight candidates, with approximately 32.1 percent and 26.8 percent of the votes, respectively. Photo by Javier Mamani/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Millau

FRANCE. AVEYRON (12) AERIAL VIEW OF CONSTRUCTION OF THE MILLAU VIADUCT. WORK PHASE BEFORE THE INAUGURATION ON 17 DECEMBER 2004: THE SOUTHERN PART OF THE DECK (ON THE RIGHT) WAS PUSHED OVER THE VOID FOR 171 METRES BEFORE JOINING THE NORTHERN PART. THE RED METAL STRUCTURE FRAMING THE NORTH DECK SERVED AS A GUIDE DURING THE JOINING PROCESS (CLAMPING). IT ALSO SERVED AS SCAFFOLDING FOR THE WELDERS WHO ASSEMBLED THE TWO PARTS OF THE BRIDGE IN APPROXIMATELY 40 HOURS. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Spain: Smoke from Wildfire in Méntrida Reaches Madrid Under Level 2 Alert 2

A forest fire that broke out in Méntrida, Toledo province, on Thursday, July 17, has burned approximately 3,200 hectares, forcing evacuations and prompting a Level 2 alert for Castilla-La Mancha and the Community of Madrid. The blaze led to several highway closures, with smoke and ash from the fire reaching as far as Madrid.

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Spain: Smoke from Wildfire in Méntrida Reaches Madrid Under Level 2 Alert

A forest fire that broke out in Méntrida, Toledo province, on Thursday, July 17, has burned approximately 3,200 hectares, forcing evacuations and prompting a Level 2 alert for Castilla-La Mancha and the Community of Madrid. The blaze led to several highway closures, with smoke and ash from the fire reaching as far as Madrid.

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US: Seven Springs Fire Rages in New Mexico, Prompts Evacuation

The Seven Springs Fire raged through Nogal Canyon on the Mescalero Apache Reservation in New Mexico, burning about 300 acres as of Tuesday, June 17. 'Go Now' evacuation orders have been in place for some areas.

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Ireland: St. Patrick’s Day Parade Draws Hundreds of Thousands in Dublin

Hundreds of thousands of people took to the streets of Dublin to celebrate St. Patrick's Day on Monday, March 17. Approximately 4,000 people and 12 marching bands from across the country, North America and Austria took part in the main parade.

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SpaceX: Debris From Starship Spotted In Skies Over Caribbean After Test Flight Fails

Debris from SpaceX's Starship rocket was spotted in the skies over the Caribbean on Thursday, January 16, after the test flight ended in failure with the rocket exploding mid-air. This video was shot from the Disney Treasure cruise ship sailing through the Caribbean Sea.

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Sanna Marinin hakemaa lähestymiskieltoa käsitellään Helsingin käräjäoikeudessa

Former Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin (R) is seen at the Helsinki District Court in Helsinki, Finland, on January 17, 2025. Marin is seeking a restraining order against an approximately 35-year-old male person (L, pink outfit). LEHTIKUVA / ANTTI AIMO-KOIVISTO - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Antti Aimo-Koivisto/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Sanna Marinin hakemaa lähestymiskieltoa käsitellään Helsingin käräjäoikeudessa

Former Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin is seen at the Helsinki District Court in Helsinki, Finland, on January 17, 2025. Marin is seeking a restraining order against an approximately 35-year-old male person. LEHTIKUVA / ANTTI AIMO-KOIVISTO - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Antti Aimo-Koivisto/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Sanna Marinin hakemaa lähestymiskieltoa käsitellään Helsingin käräjäoikeudessa

Former Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin is seen at the Helsinki District Court in Helsinki, Finland, on January 17, 2025. Marin is seeking a restraining order against an approximately 35-year-old male person. LEHTIKUVA / ANTTI AIMO-KOIVISTO - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Antti Aimo-Koivisto/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Sanna Marinin hakemaa lähestymiskieltoa käsitellään Helsingin käräjäoikeudessa

Former Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin is seen at the Helsinki District Court in Helsinki, Finland, on January 17, 2025. Marin is seeking a restraining order against an approximately 35-year-old male person. LEHTIKUVA / ANTTI AIMO-KOIVISTO - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Antti Aimo-Koivisto/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Sanna Marinin hakemaa lähestymiskieltoa käsitellään Helsingin käräjäoikeudessa

Former Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin is seen at the Helsinki District Court in Helsinki, Finland, on January 17, 2025. Marin is seeking a restraining order against an approximately 35-year-old male person. LEHTIKUVA / ANTTI AIMO-KOIVISTO - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Antti Aimo-Koivisto/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Sanna Marinin hakemaa lähestymiskieltoa käsitellään Helsingin käräjäoikeudessa

Former Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin is seen at the Helsinki District Court in Helsinki, Finland, on January 17, 2025. Marin is seeking a restraining order against an approximately 35-year-old male person. LEHTIKUVA / ANTTI AIMO-KOIVISTO - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Antti Aimo-Koivisto/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Michelin Closing Another 2 Plants In Europe

File photo dated June 17, 2009 shows a worker outside the Michelin plant in Noyelles-les-Seclin near Lille, north of France. Michelin is to close its Cholet and Vannes plants in France by early 2026 at the latest. The company announced this planned measure to the two facilities’ 1,254 employees this morning. When added to the approximately 1,500 employees at three locations in Germany, where operations will cease by the end of 2025, Michelin has announced some 2,750 job cuts within Europe in the past year. Photo by Mikael Libert/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Michelin Closing Another 2 Plants In Europe

File photo dated June 17, 2009 shows a worker outside the Michelin plant in Noyelles-les-Seclin near Lille, north of France. Michelin is to close its Cholet and Vannes plants in France by early 2026 at the latest. The company announced this planned measure to the two facilities’ 1,254 employees this morning. When added to the approximately 1,500 employees at three locations in Germany, where operations will cease by the end of 2025, Michelin has announced some 2,750 job cuts within Europe in the past year. Photo by Mikael Libert/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Landslide in central China's Hunan Province

An aerial drone photo taken on July 28, 2024 shows the landslide site in Yuelin Village of Shouyue Town in Hengyang City, central China's Hunan Province. The death toll resulting from a rain-triggered landslide in central China's Hunan Province has risen to 11, the provincial emergency command center said Sunday. The landslide, which hit Yuelin Village in the city of Hengyang at approximately 8 a.m. Sunday, washed away part of a residential house, causing 18 people to be buried. As of 11:30 a.m. Sunday, rescuers had found 17 people, among whom 11 were dead and six others injured. The injured have been taken to hospital for treatment. Over 240 rescuers have been dispatched and rescue efforts are continuing. Photo by Xinhua/Chen Zhenhai/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Landslide in central China's Hunan Province

Rescuers work in Yuelin Village of Shouyue Town in Hengyang City, central China's Hunan Province, July 28, 2024. The death toll resulting from a rain-triggered landslide in central China's Hunan Province has risen to 11, the provincial emergency command center said Sunday. The landslide, which hit Yuelin Village in the city of Hengyang at approximately 8 a.m. Sunday, washed away part of a residential house, causing 18 people to be buried. As of 11:30 a.m. Sunday, rescuers had found 17 people, among whom 11 were dead and six others injured. The injured have been taken to hospital for treatment. Over 240 rescuers have been dispatched and rescue efforts are continuing. Photo by Xinhua/Chen Zhenhai/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Landslide in central China's Hunan Province

An aerial drone photo taken on July 28, 2024 shows the landslide site in Yuelin Village of Shouyue Town in Hengyang City, central China's Hunan Province. The death toll resulting from a rain-triggered landslide in central China's Hunan Province has risen to 11, the provincial emergency command center said Sunday. The landslide, which hit Yuelin Village in the city of Hengyang at approximately 8 a.m. Sunday, washed away part of a residential house, causing 18 people to be buried. As of 11:30 a.m. Sunday, rescuers had found 17 people, among whom 11 were dead and six others injured. The injured have been taken to hospital for treatment. Over 240 rescuers have been dispatched and rescue efforts are continuing. Photo by Xinhua/Chen Zhenhai/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Landslide in central China's Hunan Province

Rescuers work in Yuelin Village of Shouyue Town in Hengyang City, central China's Hunan Province, July 28, 2024. The death toll resulting from a rain-triggered landslide in central China's Hunan Province has risen to 11, the provincial emergency command center said Sunday. The landslide, which hit Yuelin Village in the city of Hengyang at approximately 8 a.m. Sunday, washed away part of a residential house, causing 18 people to be buried. As of 11:30 a.m. Sunday, rescuers had found 17 people, among whom 11 were dead and six others injured. The injured have been taken to hospital for treatment. Over 240 rescuers have been dispatched and rescue efforts are continuing. Photo by Xinhua/Chen Zhenhai/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Landslide in central China's Hunan Province

An aerial drone photo taken on July 28, 2024 shows the landslide site in Yuelin Village of Shouyue Town in Hengyang City, central China's Hunan Province. The death toll resulting from a rain-triggered landslide in central China's Hunan Province has risen to 11, the provincial emergency command center said Sunday. The landslide, which hit Yuelin Village in the city of Hengyang at approximately 8 a.m. Sunday, washed away part of a residential house, causing 18 people to be buried. As of 11:30 a.m. Sunday, rescuers had found 17 people, among whom 11 were dead and six others injured. The injured have been taken to hospital for treatment. Over 240 rescuers have been dispatched and rescue efforts are continuing. Photo by Xinhua/Chen Zhenhai/ABACAPRESS.COM

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(SpotNews)CHINA-HUNAN-HENGYANG-LANDSLIDE (CN)

(240728) -- CHANGSHA, July 28, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- An aerial drone photo taken on July 28, 2024 shows the landslide site in Yuelin Village of Shouyue Town in Hengyang City, central China's Hunan Province. The death toll resulting from a rain-triggered landslide in central China's Hunan Province has risen to 11, the provincial emergency command center said Sunday. The landslide, which hit Yuelin Village in the city of Hengyang at approximately 8 a.m. Sunday, washed away part of a residential house, causing 18 people to be buried. As of 11:30 a.m. Sunday, rescuers had found 17 people, among whom 11 were dead and six others injured. The injured have been taken to hospital for treatment. Over 240 rescuers have been dispatched and rescue efforts are continuing. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Chen Zhenhai)

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(SpotNews)CHINA-HUNAN-HENGYANG-LANDSLIDE (CN)

(240728) -- CHANGSHA, July 28, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Rescuers work in Yuelin Village of Shouyue Town in Hengyang City, central China's Hunan Province, July 28, 2024. The death toll resulting from a rain-triggered landslide in central China's Hunan Province has risen to 11, the provincial emergency command center said Sunday. The landslide, which hit Yuelin Village in the city of Hengyang at approximately 8 a.m. Sunday, washed away part of a residential house, causing 18 people to be buried. As of 11:30 a.m. Sunday, rescuers had found 17 people, among whom 11 were dead and six others injured. The injured have been taken to hospital for treatment. Over 240 rescuers have been dispatched and rescue efforts are continuing. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Chen Zhenhai)

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(SpotNews)CHINA-HUNAN-HENGYANG-LANDSLIDE (CN)

(240728) -- CHANGSHA, July 28, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- An aerial drone photo taken on July 28, 2024 shows the landslide site in Yuelin Village of Shouyue Town in Hengyang City, central China's Hunan Province. The death toll resulting from a rain-triggered landslide in central China's Hunan Province has risen to 11, the provincial emergency command center said Sunday. The landslide, which hit Yuelin Village in the city of Hengyang at approximately 8 a.m. Sunday, washed away part of a residential house, causing 18 people to be buried. As of 11:30 a.m. Sunday, rescuers had found 17 people, among whom 11 were dead and six others injured. The injured have been taken to hospital for treatment. Over 240 rescuers have been dispatched and rescue efforts are continuing. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Chen Zhenhai)

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(SpotNews)CHINA-HUNAN-HENGYANG-LANDSLIDE (CN)

(240728) -- CHANGSHA, July 28, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Rescuers work in Yuelin Village of Shouyue Town in Hengyang City, central China's Hunan Province, July 28, 2024. The death toll resulting from a rain-triggered landslide in central China's Hunan Province has risen to 11, the provincial emergency command center said Sunday. The landslide, which hit Yuelin Village in the city of Hengyang at approximately 8 a.m. Sunday, washed away part of a residential house, causing 18 people to be buried. As of 11:30 a.m. Sunday, rescuers had found 17 people, among whom 11 were dead and six others injured. The injured have been taken to hospital for treatment. Over 240 rescuers have been dispatched and rescue efforts are continuing. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Chen Zhenhai)

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(SpotNews)CHINA-HUNAN-HENGYANG-LANDSLIDE (CN)

(240728) -- CHANGSHA, July 28, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- An aerial drone photo taken on July 28, 2024 shows the landslide site in Yuelin Village of Shouyue Town in Hengyang City, central China's Hunan Province. The death toll resulting from a rain-triggered landslide in central China's Hunan Province has risen to 11, the provincial emergency command center said Sunday. The landslide, which hit Yuelin Village in the city of Hengyang at approximately 8 a.m. Sunday, washed away part of a residential house, causing 18 people to be buried. As of 11:30 a.m. Sunday, rescuers had found 17 people, among whom 11 were dead and six others injured. The injured have been taken to hospital for treatment. Over 240 rescuers have been dispatched and rescue efforts are continuing. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Chen Zhenhai)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-ZIGONG-DEPARTMENT STORE FIRE (CN)

(240718) -- CHENGDU, July 18, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken with a mobile phone shows rescuers working at the site of a department store fire in Zigong City, southwest China's Sichuan Province, July 17, 2024. Eight people have been killed after a fire broke out on Wednesday evening at a high-rise department store in Zigong City, southwest China's Sichuan Province. The fire in the 14-story building, located in a high-tech zone in the city, was reported at approximately 6 p.m., and there was a significant amount of thick smoke at the scene, according to the local fire and rescue headquarters. As of 10:30 p.m., 75 people who were trapped inside the building had been evacuated. The rescue operation is ongoing. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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CHINA-HAINAN-SANYA-MARINE RANCH-DEVELOPMENT (CN)

(240521) -- SANYA(HAINAN), May 21, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A lionfish is pictured in the Wuzhizhou Island's marine ranch in Sanya, south China's Hainan Province, May 17, 2024. Wuzhizhou Island's marine ranch, China's first tropical marine ranch, has made remarkable strides in marine ecological restoration and fishery resource conservation. Artificial reefs are utilized worldwide to enhance ocean ecology, by creating additional habitats for local aquatic organisms and fish. As of April 2024, the marine ranch has deployed approximately 80,000 cubic meters of artificial reefs and ship-reefs. These efforts have created a thriving marine ecosystem, complete with coral reefs, fish, shrimp and shellfish. Statistics reveal that over 51,000 corals have been successfully transplanted in the waters around Wuzhizhou Island. The area is now home to more than 300 species of coral reef fish, showcasing the rich biodiversity that has been nurtured through these conservation efforts. (Xinhua/Yang Guanyu)

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CHINA-HAINAN-SANYA-MARINE RANCH-DEVELOPMENT (CN)

(240521) -- SANYA(HAINAN), May 21, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A grouper is pictured in the Wuzhizhou Island's marine ranch in Sanya, south China's Hainan Province, May 17, 2024. Wuzhizhou Island's marine ranch, China's first tropical marine ranch, has made remarkable strides in marine ecological restoration and fishery resource conservation. Artificial reefs are utilized worldwide to enhance ocean ecology, by creating additional habitats for local aquatic organisms and fish. As of April 2024, the marine ranch has deployed approximately 80,000 cubic meters of artificial reefs and ship-reefs. These efforts have created a thriving marine ecosystem, complete with coral reefs, fish, shrimp and shellfish. Statistics reveal that over 51,000 corals have been successfully transplanted in the waters around Wuzhizhou Island. The area is now home to more than 300 species of coral reef fish, showcasing the rich biodiversity that has been nurtured through these conservation efforts. (Xinhua/Yang Guanyu)

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CHINA-HAINAN-SANYA-MARINE RANCH-DEVELOPMENT (CN)

(240521) -- SANYA(HAINAN), May 21, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A grouper is pictured in the Wuzhizhou Island's marine ranch in Sanya, south China's Hainan Province, May 17, 2024. Wuzhizhou Island's marine ranch, China's first tropical marine ranch, has made remarkable strides in marine ecological restoration and fishery resource conservation. Artificial reefs are utilized worldwide to enhance ocean ecology, by creating additional habitats for local aquatic organisms and fish. As of April 2024, the marine ranch has deployed approximately 80,000 cubic meters of artificial reefs and ship-reefs. These efforts have created a thriving marine ecosystem, complete with coral reefs, fish, shrimp and shellfish. Statistics reveal that over 51,000 corals have been successfully transplanted in the waters around Wuzhizhou Island. The area is now home to more than 300 species of coral reef fish, showcasing the rich biodiversity that has been nurtured through these conservation efforts. (Xinhua/Yang Guanyu)

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CHINA-HAINAN-SANYA-MARINE RANCH-DEVELOPMENT (CN)

(240521) -- SANYA(HAINAN), May 21, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A grouper is pictured in the Wuzhizhou Island's marine ranch in Sanya, south China's Hainan Province, May 17, 2024. Wuzhizhou Island's marine ranch, China's first tropical marine ranch, has made remarkable strides in marine ecological restoration and fishery resource conservation. Artificial reefs are utilized worldwide to enhance ocean ecology, by creating additional habitats for local aquatic organisms and fish. As of April 2024, the marine ranch has deployed approximately 80,000 cubic meters of artificial reefs and ship-reefs. These efforts have created a thriving marine ecosystem, complete with coral reefs, fish, shrimp and shellfish. Statistics reveal that over 51,000 corals have been successfully transplanted in the waters around Wuzhizhou Island. The area is now home to more than 300 species of coral reef fish, showcasing the rich biodiversity that has been nurtured through these conservation efforts. (Xinhua/Yang Guanyu)

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CHINA-HAINAN-SANYA-MARINE RANCH-DEVELOPMENT (CN)

(240521) -- SANYA(HAINAN), May 21, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Sea anemones and a clownfish are pictured in the Wuzhizhou Island's marine ranch in Sanya, south China's Hainan Province, May 17, 2024. Wuzhizhou Island's marine ranch, China's first tropical marine ranch, has made remarkable strides in marine ecological restoration and fishery resource conservation. Artificial reefs are utilized worldwide to enhance ocean ecology, by creating additional habitats for local aquatic organisms and fish. As of April 2024, the marine ranch has deployed approximately 80,000 cubic meters of artificial reefs and ship-reefs. These efforts have created a thriving marine ecosystem, complete with coral reefs, fish, shrimp and shellfish. Statistics reveal that over 51,000 corals have been successfully transplanted in the waters around Wuzhizhou Island. The area is now home to more than 300 species of coral reef fish, showcasing the rich biodiversity that has been nurtured through these conservation efforts. (Xinhua/Yang Guanyu)

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CHINA-HAINAN-SANYA-MARINE RANCH-DEVELOPMENT (CN)

(240521) -- SANYA(HAINAN), May 21, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A lionfish is pictured in the Wuzhizhou Island's marine ranch in Sanya, south China's Hainan Province, May 17, 2024. Wuzhizhou Island's marine ranch, China's first tropical marine ranch, has made remarkable strides in marine ecological restoration and fishery resource conservation. Artificial reefs are utilized worldwide to enhance ocean ecology, by creating additional habitats for local aquatic organisms and fish. As of April 2024, the marine ranch has deployed approximately 80,000 cubic meters of artificial reefs and ship-reefs. These efforts have created a thriving marine ecosystem, complete with coral reefs, fish, shrimp and shellfish. Statistics reveal that over 51,000 corals have been successfully transplanted in the waters around Wuzhizhou Island. The area is now home to more than 300 species of coral reef fish, showcasing the rich biodiversity that has been nurtured through these conservation efforts. (Xinhua/Yang Guanyu)

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CHINA-HAINAN-SANYA-MARINE RANCH-DEVELOPMENT (CN)

(240521) -- SANYA(HAINAN), May 21, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A grouper is pictured in the Wuzhizhou Island's marine ranch in Sanya, south China's Hainan Province, May 17, 2024. Wuzhizhou Island's marine ranch, China's first tropical marine ranch, has made remarkable strides in marine ecological restoration and fishery resource conservation. Artificial reefs are utilized worldwide to enhance ocean ecology, by creating additional habitats for local aquatic organisms and fish. As of April 2024, the marine ranch has deployed approximately 80,000 cubic meters of artificial reefs and ship-reefs. These efforts have created a thriving marine ecosystem, complete with coral reefs, fish, shrimp and shellfish. Statistics reveal that over 51,000 corals have been successfully transplanted in the waters around Wuzhizhou Island. The area is now home to more than 300 species of coral reef fish, showcasing the rich biodiversity that has been nurtured through these conservation efforts. (Xinhua/Yang Guanyu)

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CHINA-HAINAN-SANYA-MARINE RANCH-DEVELOPMENT (CN)

(240521) -- SANYA(HAINAN), May 21, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Sea anemones and a clownfish are pictured in the Wuzhizhou Island's marine ranch in Sanya, south China's Hainan Province, May 17, 2024. Wuzhizhou Island's marine ranch, China's first tropical marine ranch, has made remarkable strides in marine ecological restoration and fishery resource conservation. Artificial reefs are utilized worldwide to enhance ocean ecology, by creating additional habitats for local aquatic organisms and fish. As of April 2024, the marine ranch has deployed approximately 80,000 cubic meters of artificial reefs and ship-reefs. These efforts have created a thriving marine ecosystem, complete with coral reefs, fish, shrimp and shellfish. Statistics reveal that over 51,000 corals have been successfully transplanted in the waters around Wuzhizhou Island. The area is now home to more than 300 species of coral reef fish, showcasing the rich biodiversity that has been nurtured through these conservation efforts. (Xinhua/Yang Guanyu)

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CHINA-HAINAN-SANYA-MARINE RANCH-DEVELOPMENT (CN)

(240521) -- SANYA(HAINAN), May 21, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A grouper is pictured in the Wuzhizhou Island's marine ranch in Sanya, south China's Hainan Province, May 17, 2024. Wuzhizhou Island's marine ranch, China's first tropical marine ranch, has made remarkable strides in marine ecological restoration and fishery resource conservation. Artificial reefs are utilized worldwide to enhance ocean ecology, by creating additional habitats for local aquatic organisms and fish. As of April 2024, the marine ranch has deployed approximately 80,000 cubic meters of artificial reefs and ship-reefs. These efforts have created a thriving marine ecosystem, complete with coral reefs, fish, shrimp and shellfish. Statistics reveal that over 51,000 corals have been successfully transplanted in the waters around Wuzhizhou Island. The area is now home to more than 300 species of coral reef fish, showcasing the rich biodiversity that has been nurtured through these conservation efforts. (Xinhua/Yang Guanyu)

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Pet waiting lounge in China airport provides reassurance to owners

STORY: Pet waiting lounge in China airport provides reassurance to owners SHOOTING TIME: May 16, 2024 DATELINE: May 17, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:46 LOCATION: SHENZHEN, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the pet waiting lounge at Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport STORYLINE: A waiting lounge exclusively for pets has been launched recently at Bao'an airport in China's Shenzhen, the first of its kind in China. Since then, the lounge has served over 40 pets. The newly launched pet waiting lounge covers approximately 210 square meters and features soft lighting and eco-friendly materials. It is divided into separate areas for cats and dogs, each offering dedicated waiting spaces and pet entertainment areas. Operated by a professional pet technology company, the lounge is staffed with skilled pet specialists and equipped with advanced facilities. A comprehensive monitoring system ensures 24-hour surveillance, location tracking, and alerts for temperature, humidity and PM2.5, among other elements. In

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EQUATORIAL GUINEA-MALABO-CHINESE-BUILT AIRPORT TERMINAL

(240517) -- MALABO, May 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People check in at Malabo International Airport in Equatorial Guinea, on May 15, 2024. The new terminal project of Malabo International Airport, constructed by Weihai International Economic & Technical Cooperative Co., Ltd., turned operational in March 2023. Designed and built entirely according to Chinese standards, the project has a total construction area of approximately 45,000 square meters, capable of take-off and landing services for various types of civil aviation aircraft worldwide. (Xinhua/Han Xu)

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EQUATORIAL GUINEA-MALABO-CHINESE-BUILT AIRPORT TERMINAL

(240517) -- MALABO, May 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People check in at Malabo International Airport in Equatorial Guinea, on May 15, 2024. The new terminal project of Malabo International Airport, constructed by Weihai International Economic & Technical Cooperative Co., Ltd., turned operational in March 2023. Designed and built entirely according to Chinese standards, the project has a total construction area of approximately 45,000 square meters, capable of take-off and landing services for various types of civil aviation aircraft worldwide. (Xinhua/Han Xu)

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EQUATORIAL GUINEA-MALABO-CHINESE-BUILT AIRPORT TERMINAL

(240517) -- MALABO, May 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on May 15, 2024 shows a ticketing counter at Malabo International Airport in Equatorial Guinea. The new terminal project of Malabo International Airport, constructed by Weihai International Economic & Technical Cooperative Co., Ltd., turned operational in March 2023. Designed and built entirely according to Chinese standards, the project has a total construction area of approximately 45,000 square meters, capable of take-off and landing services for various types of civil aviation aircraft worldwide. (Xinhua/Han Xu)

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EQUATORIAL GUINEA-MALABO-CHINESE-BUILT AIRPORT TERMINAL

(240517) -- MALABO, May 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on May 15, 2024 shows an exterior view of Malabo International Airport in Equatorial Guinea. The new terminal project of Malabo International Airport, constructed by Weihai International Economic & Technical Cooperative Co., Ltd., turned operational in March 2023. Designed and built entirely according to Chinese standards, the project has a total construction area of approximately 45,000 square meters, capable of take-off and landing services for various types of civil aviation aircraft worldwide. (Xinhua/Han Xu)

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EQUATORIAL GUINEA-MALABO-CHINESE-BUILT AIRPORT TERMINAL

(240517) -- MALABO, May 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People check in at Malabo International Airport in Equatorial Guinea, on May 15, 2024. The new terminal project of Malabo International Airport, constructed by Weihai International Economic & Technical Cooperative Co., Ltd., turned operational in March 2023. Designed and built entirely according to Chinese standards, the project has a total construction area of approximately 45,000 square meters, capable of take-off and landing services for various types of civil aviation aircraft worldwide. (Xinhua/Han Xu)

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EQUATORIAL GUINEA-MALABO-CHINESE-BUILT AIRPORT TERMINAL

(240517) -- MALABO, May 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on May 15, 2024 shows an interior view of Malabo International Airport in Equatorial Guinea. The new terminal project of Malabo International Airport, constructed by Weihai International Economic & Technical Cooperative Co., Ltd., turned operational in March 2023. Designed and built entirely according to Chinese standards, the project has a total construction area of approximately 45,000 square meters, capable of take-off and landing services for various types of civil aviation aircraft worldwide. (Xinhua/Han Xu)

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EQUATORIAL GUINEA-MALABO-CHINESE-BUILT AIRPORT TERMINAL

(240517) -- MALABO, May 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People check in at Malabo International Airport in Equatorial Guinea, on May 15, 2024. The new terminal project of Malabo International Airport, constructed by Weihai International Economic & Technical Cooperative Co., Ltd., turned operational in March 2023. Designed and built entirely according to Chinese standards, the project has a total construction area of approximately 45,000 square meters, capable of take-off and landing services for various types of civil aviation aircraft worldwide. (Xinhua/Han Xu)

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EQUATORIAL GUINEA-MALABO-CHINESE-BUILT AIRPORT TERMINAL

(240517) -- MALABO, May 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on May 15, 2024 shows an exterior view of Malabo International Airport in Equatorial Guinea. The new terminal project of Malabo International Airport, constructed by Weihai International Economic & Technical Cooperative Co., Ltd., turned operational in March 2023. Designed and built entirely according to Chinese standards, the project has a total construction area of approximately 45,000 square meters, capable of take-off and landing services for various types of civil aviation aircraft worldwide. (Xinhua/Han Xu)

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EQUATORIAL GUINEA-MALABO-CHINESE-BUILT AIRPORT TERMINAL

(240517) -- MALABO, May 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on May 15, 2024 shows an interior view of Malabo International Airport in Equatorial Guinea. The new terminal project of Malabo International Airport, constructed by Weihai International Economic & Technical Cooperative Co., Ltd., turned operational in March 2023. Designed and built entirely according to Chinese standards, the project has a total construction area of approximately 45,000 square meters, capable of take-off and landing services for various types of civil aviation aircraft worldwide. (Xinhua/Han Xu)

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China's Shenzhou-18 manned spaceship docks with space station combination

STORY: China's Shenzhou-18 manned spaceship docks with space station combination SHOOTING TIME: April 26, 2024 DATELINE: April 26, 2024 LENGTH: 0:00:45 LOCATION: Beijing CATEGORY: TECHNOLOGY SHOTLIST: 1. China's Shenzhou-18 manned spaceship docks with space station combination STORYLINE: China's Shenzhou-18 manned spaceship successfully docked with the space station combination early on Friday morning, according to the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA). The spaceship made a fast, automated rendezvous and docking with the radial port of the space station's core module Tianhe at 3:32 a.m. (Beijing Time). The whole process took approximately 6.5 hours, said the CMSA. The taikonaut trio aboard the spaceship will then enter the Tianhe module and the Shenzhou-17 crew have got ready for their arrival. The two crews with an average age of less than 40 years old are about to meet in the Tiangong space station. The spaceship, atop a Long March-2F carrier rocket, blasted off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Cente

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EU provides Egypt with 7.4-bln-euro financial package: president

STORY: EU provides Egypt with 7.4-bln-euro financial package: president SHOOTING TIME: March 17, 2024 DATELINE: March 18, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:48 LOCATION: Cairo CATEGORY: POLITICS/ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi meeting with European leaders (Courtesy of the Egyptian Presidency) 2. various of the signing ceremony (Courtesy of the Egyptian Presidency) STORYLINE: The European Union (EU) agreed on Sunday to provide a financial package of approximately 7.4 billion euros (8.06 billion U.S. dollars) to bolster the Egyptian economy, Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi said. Sisi made the remarks during a press conference jointly held with visiting European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and other senior officials from the bloc, during which he announced that Egypt and the EU signed a joint political declaration to "embark on a collaborative path" toward upgrading their bilateral relations to the "strategic and comprehensive partnership level." The financi

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(AmazingAnhui)CHINA-ANHUI-HUANGSHAN-FERMENTED MANDARIN FISH (CN)

(240120) -- HUANGSHAN, Jan. 20, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on July 17, 2023 shows a breeding base for mandarin fish in Shexian County of Huangshan City, east China's Anhui Province. The fermented mandarin fish, also known as "Chouguiyu," is a representative of Anhui cuisine, which originated in the historical Huizhou region. Its unique smell and delicious taste have gained praise from gourmets. In recent years, Huangshan City in east China's Anhui Province has vigorously promoted the development of fermented mandarin fish industry. Various initiatives have been implemented, including the formulation of local and group standards for processing and cooking the dish, improvement of its taste, introduction of modern production lines, and establishment of e-commerce and logistics platform. By 2023, Huangshan City has owned over 100 fermented mandarin fish processing enterprises, with a production value surpassing 5 billion yuan (approximately 0.69 billion U.S. dollars), contributing to the emp

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1 injured after car crashes near Israeli embassy in Tokyo

STORY: 1 injured after car crashes near Israeli embassy in Tokyo SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 16, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 17, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:46 LOCATION: Tokyo CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the crash STORYLINE: A car crashed into a barricade near the Israeli Embassy in Tokyo on Thursday, injuring one police officer, local media reported. Tokyo police arrested the driver on the spot on suspicion of obstruction of public order, Kyodo News said. The driver is in his 50s and believed to be a member of a right-wing group. Video footage from public broadcaster NHK showed that around 11 a.m. local time (GMT 0200), a black compact car crashed into the barrier at an intersection approximately 100 meters from the Israeli embassy. Roads have been cordoned off at the scene. The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the situation. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Tokyo. (XHTV)