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UK: Snow and Ice Warnings Blanket Country, Disrupt Travel and Schools

Widespread snow and ice warnings have been issued across the UK, affecting all four nations and disrupting travel and schools. Yellow alerts are in place in many regions, while parts of northern Scotland are under an amber warning for heavy snow, with up to 30cm expected. Authorities are urging caution due to hazardous travel conditions, icy surfaces, and ongoing closures.

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China: Playful Panda Delights Visitors With Somersaults in Guangzhou Zoo

On September 28, 2025, a giant panda named Ya Yi entertained visitors at a zoo in Guangzhou, Guangdong province, with a playful routine. The panda rolled across the floor, performed a somersault, and then hid inside her wooden hut. Visitors laughed and cheered as they filmed the moment. Zoo staff said Ya Yi occasionally shows such playful behavior during enrichment time. The clip drew online reactions likening her to “Kung Fu Panda,” highlighting once again why pandas remain one of China’s most beloved national symbols.

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China: Cat Accidentally Locked Inside Freezer Caught on Camera

On February 13, 2023, in Songyuan, northeastern China’s Jilin province, a video shows a woman placing items into her refrigerator. While she was arranging the food, a small house cat quietly climbed into the lower freezer drawer beneath the main compartment. Unaware the cat was inside, the woman closed the refrigerator and sat down to check her phone. Moments later, a loud meow from the fridge caught her attention. She rushed back and opened the freezer drawer, where the cat emerged, walking stiffly and unsteadily from the cold. The clip ends as the cat moves away, leaving the open drawer and empty freezer behind.

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China: Giant Panda Turns Into “White Bear” After Rolling in Snow

On January 21, 2024, in Xi’an, located in northwestern China’s Shaanxi province, a video captured the first snowfall of winter at the Qinling Four Treasures Science Park. Giant panda Qizai played on a slope near a tree. In the footage, Qizai rolled from the higher ground down toward the lower panda house area, turning over several times. Snowflakes stuck to its fur, gradually covering much of its body. By the time it reached the bottom, the panda looked like a round “white bear” with dark patches. The clip highlights the contrast between the thick snow, the enclosure, and the panda’s lively sliding movements.

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US: Snowstorm Brings Heavy Snow to D.C. Metro Area

Several inches of snow fell across the D.C. metro region on Sunday, December 14. In western Maryland, 10 inches of snow was reported.

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US: Cat Adorably High-Fives Young Girl From a Distance

On November 23, 2025, in the United States, a heartwarming clip showed a young Chinese girl reaching out her left hand to greet a cat. The cat surprisingly cooperated, raising its left paw as if giving the little girl a high-five from a distance, mimicking human etiquette.

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China: Guangdong Cat Gets Head Stuck in Plastic Sleeve

In Guangdong, a curious cat got its head stuck in a plastic beverage sleeve awkwardly until its owner rescued it. The amusing clip reminded viewers to keep plastic waste away from pets.

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China: Video Shows Mother Sparrow Caring for Larger-Looking Chick

On October 29, 2025, in Jiangsu, China, a video showed a small sparrow seemingly feeding a larger one. The filmer clarified that the bigger bird was the young one, and the smaller was the mother. The clip highlights a mother’s care transcending species.

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China: Playful Tiger Cub Ambushes Keeper From Behind at Shanxi Zoo

On February 22, 2023, at Linfen Zoo in Shanxi, a young tiger playfully pounced on a woman who seemed familiar with it. Onlookers were startled, though she laughed and played along. The clip went viral, with experts reminding that even tiger cubs can be unpredictable and strong.

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US: Storm Lashes Northern California With High Winds, Travel Disruptions

A powerful Pacific storm brought strong winds and heavy rain across Northern California and the Pacific Northwest on Wednesday, November 5. Gusts reached up to around 90 mph in parts of Northern California, disrupting flights at San Francisco International Airport and prompting high wind warnings across coastal and mountain areas.

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China: Blue Parrot Falls Asleep Hanging from Woman’s Earring

On October 14, 2025, in Mianyang, Sichuan, a blue parrot fell asleep hanging from a woman’s hoop earring, nearly pulling it down. Netizens called the clip both adorable and risky.

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US: Thousands Attend Charlie Kirk Memorial Service in Glendale, AZ 4

A massive memorial service for Charlie Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA, who was fatally shot on September 10, took place at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, on Sunday, September 21, drawing tens of thousands of people, including US President Donald Trump. This clip shows the crowd lining up outside the venue, singing the Star-Spangled Banner as they wait to enter.

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US: Thousands Attend Charlie Kirk Memorial Service in Glendale, AZ 3

A massive memorial service for Charlie Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA, who was fatally shot on September 10, took place at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, on Sunday, September 21, drawing tens of thousands of people, including US President Donald Trump. This clip shows the inside of the stadium already packed with thousands of people two hours before the event officially started, as well as the crowd lining up outside to enter the venue at 4:30 a.m.

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China: Owner Helps Pet Gecko Shed Skin Using Straw

On August 6, 2025, in Hebei province, located in northern China, a video recorded a pet leopard gecko during its shedding period. The owner decided to assist the reptile with the process. Holding the gecko’s body steady, the owner used a straw to create a small opening in the skin. Bit by bit, the old white layer was peeled away like removing a glove. The gecko reacted with small grimaces, but the shedding was completed successfully. The clip fascinated viewers who rarely see such close-up animal care.

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UK: EasyJet Planes Clip Wings, Causing Delays at Manchester Airport

All flights at Manchester Airport were halted on Friday, August 15, after two easyJet planes clipped wings, leading to cancellations and delays. Operations later resumed following safety checks, but passengers were warned of continued disruptions.

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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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US: Flash Flood Hits Durham, NC Days After Tropical Depression Chantal

Several parts of North Carolina experienced severe flash flooding on Wednesday, July 9, as a strong line of thunderstorms moved into the region, just days after Tropical Depression Chantal brought intense flooding to Chapel Hill. The Durham Fire Department responded to multiple calls as a result of flooding across the city and surrounding areas, including rescue operation.

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France: Smoke Blankets Marseille as Wildfire Rages Nearby

A wildfire broke out near Les Pennes-Mirabeau, just north of Marseille in southern France, on Tuesday, July 8, prompting evacuations and the closure of Marseille Provence Airport. Authorities urged residents to stay indoors, close shutters, and avoid roads as thick smoke blanketed the Mediterranean city.

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US: Anti-ICE Protest in Seattle Escalates Into Clashes, Several Arrested 2

Hundreds of anti-ICE demonstrators marched through Seattle on Wednesday, June 11, to protest recent nationwide ICE raids. The demonstration began peacefully but later escalated into clashes involving fireworks, a dumpster fire, and several arrests.

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US: Anti-ICE Protesters March Through Seattle, Surround Federal Building 2

Hundreds of anti-ICE demonstrators marched through Seattle on Wednesday, June 11, and surrounded the Federal Building to protest recent nationwide ICE raids.

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US: Man Dead as Natural Gas Explosion in Crestwood, IL

A man was killed and a home destroyed in a suspected natural gas explosion in Crestwood, a southwest suburb of Chicago, on Thursday, June 12. The exact cause of the blast and subsequent fire remains under investigation.

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US: Storms Sweep Through Central Kansas, Causing Flash Flooding in Wichita Area 2

Severe thunderstorms swept through central Kansas on Tuesday, June 3, triggering flash flooding in Wichita and surrounding areas.

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US: Heavy Rain Causes Flooding in Northwest Kansas Amid Storm Warning

A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for parts of northwest Kansas on Monday, May 19. The storm system brought heavy rain, causing flooding in the area.

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South Korea: Over 1,200 Evacuated as Massive Wildfire Rages in Daegu 3

On Monday, April 28, around 2 p.m., a wildfire ignited in Nogok-dong, Buk District of Daegu, rapidly spreading to affect an estimated 50 hectares (123.6 acres) within two hours due to dry conditions and strong winds. The severity of the blaze prompted Daegu city officials to order the evacuation of over 1,200 residents and the closure of a nearby highway as a precautionary measure. The clip shows the helicopters collecting water from the river for firefighting operations.

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US: Heavy Rain Causes Flooding, Road Closures in Greater New Orleans 2

Heavy rains caused flooding and road closures in the Greater New Orleans on Monday, April 21. A Flash Flood Warning was issued for the area.

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World Theatre Day

ZHANGYE, CHINA - MARCH 27, 2025 - Students from a junior high school drama club perform a Peking Opera clip for the whole school in Zhangye city, Gansu province, China on March 27, 2025.

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World Theatre Day

ZHANGYE, CHINA - MARCH 27, 2025 - Students from a junior high school drama club perform a Peking Opera clip for the whole school in Zhangye city, Gansu province, China on March 27, 2025.

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US: Fire at Disney World’s Epcot France Pavilion Prompts Ride Evacuation 2

A fire broke out at the France Pavilion in the Walt Disney World Resort's Epcot theme park on Saturday, March 22. Officials said the fire started from a backstage walk-in cooler. The “Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure” ride was evacuated, but the fire was quickly extinguished, and no one was injured. The pavilion reopened to guests in the early evening.

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US: Key West Waterspout Draws Attention, Fighter Jets Fly Over

A large waterspout formed off the coast of Key West, Florida, on Thursday, March 13, attracting the attention of beachgoers. Shortly after, two US military fighter jets flew overhead.

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US: Bitter Cold And Freezing Temperatures Hit Western New York

Cold weather hit New York on Monday, February 24, causing water pipes to freeze and icicles to form in Rochester and the surrounding areas.

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Asian Winter Games-Closing Ceremony - China

A video clip with touching moments is shown on the screen during the closing ceremony of the 9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, on February 14, 2025. Photo by Chen Yichen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: Small Plane Crashes In Santa Barbara County, Leaving Two Seriously Injured

A small plane crashed and burst into flames in a field near the 101 Freeway in Goleta, Santa Barbara County, on Wednesday, January 29, leaving two people seriously injured and hospitalized. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

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US: Major Winter Storm Sweeps Across South, Prompting States Of Emergency 7

A major winter storm is sweeping across the US South, prompting school closures and flight disruptions across the region. A state of emergency has been declared in multiple states.

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Georgia: Thousands Form Human Chains In Anti-Government Protests 3

Thousands of anti-government protesters formed human chains across cities in Georgia on Saturday, December 28, to oppose the inauguration of the country's new pro-Russia president, Mikheil Kavelashvili. Kavelashvili, a former Manchester City football player, is scheduled to be inaugurated on Sunday, December 29.

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Japan: Annual Geminid Meteor Shower Reaches Its Peak 2

The Geminid meteor shower peaks annually around mid-December, and this year, the best viewing time is expected to be around Friday, December 13.

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Spain: Flooding Hits Barcelona After Heavy Rainfall

Flash flooding hit parts of the Barcelona area on Monday morning, November 4, as heavy rain swept through the region. Spain's State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) issued a red alert for parts of northeastern Catalonia, warning of torrential rain. The first clip shows a flooded car park beneath a building, with water submerging the area. The second clip captures feet walking through the water, which is nearly high enough to cover the shoes.

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Spain: Intense Storms Batter Valencia With Heavy Rainfall 7

Intense storms unleashed heavy rainfall across parts of the province of Valencia on Tuesday, October 29. The inclement weather caused flash flooding, road closures, and school closures.

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US: 4 Arrested At Timothée Chalamet Look-Alike Contest In NYC

Actor Timothée Chalamet made a surprise appearance at his own look-alike contest organized by YouTuber Anthony Po in Washington Square Park, NYC, on Sunday, October 27. During the event, four people were arrested, and the NYPD fined the organizer $500 for holding an unscheduled demonstration.

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Ireland: Storm Ashley Brings Strong Winds, Leaving Thousands Without Power

On Sunday, October 20, Storm Ashley hit the island of Ireland with powerful winds, causing significant disruptions across the region, particularly in coastal areas that experienced massive waves. Thousands of homes were left without power as the storm wreaked havoc, especially along the west coast, which was the hardest hit. In addition to widespread outages, dozens of flights were canceled due to the severe weather conditions.

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Typhoon Shanshan – Strong Winds, Heavy Rains Lash Southwestern Japan

Typhoon Shanshan (No. 10) brought heavy rains and strong winds to southwestern Japan on Wednesday, August 28 as it is slowly moving toward Kyushu, one of Japan's four main islands. The storm prompted a emergency warning for storms and high waves for most of Kagoshima Prefecture, southern Kyushu and more than 150 flight cancellations.

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Newly-recruited college graduates edit a promotion video clip at a homestay at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 10, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in sur

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Nino Katamadze sings for Ukrainian military personnel undergoing rehabilitation in Lviv

LVIV, UKRAINE - JUNE 28, 2024 - A musician secures a page with the score with a binder clip during a charity concert of Georgian jazz singer Nino Katamadze for Ukrainian military personnel who are being treated or receiving prosthetic limbs at the National Rehabilitation Center UNBROKEN, Lviv, western Ukraine.

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ROMANIA-BUCHAREST-CHINA-GUIZHOU-CULTURE-PROMOTION

(240627) -- BUCHAREST, June 27, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Cristian Barhalescu, chairman of the southeast region of the Romanian National Travel Agency Association, addresses an event to promote tourism and tea culture of China's southwestern Guizhou Province in Bucharest, Romania, June 26, 2024. An event to promote tourism and tea culture of China's southwestern Guizhou Province was held at the China Cultural Center here on Wednesday, showcasing the rich cultural heritage and scenic beauty of Guizhou Province to the Romanian audience. The event featured a cultural and tourism promotion video clip and a photo exhibition, and provided guests with opportunities to interact with the intangible cultural heritage, such as tasting Guizhou tea and drawing traditional Guizhou embroidery patterns. (Photo by Cristian Cristel/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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ROMANIA-BUCHAREST-CHINA-GUIZHOU-CULTURE-PROMOTION

(240627) -- BUCHAREST, June 27, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- People try Chinese tea during an event to promote tourism and tea culture of China's southwestern Guizhou Province in Bucharest, Romania, June 26, 2024. An event to promote tourism and tea culture of China's southwestern Guizhou Province was held at the China Cultural Center here on Wednesday, showcasing the rich cultural heritage and scenic beauty of Guizhou Province to the Romanian audience. The event featured a cultural and tourism promotion video clip and a photo exhibition, and provided guests with opportunities to interact with the intangible cultural heritage, such as tasting Guizhou tea and drawing traditional Guizhou embroidery patterns. (Photo by Cristian Cristel/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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ROMANIA-BUCHAREST-CHINA-GUIZHOU-CULTURE-PROMOTION

(240627) -- BUCHAREST, June 27, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A staff member (R) introduces batiks to a visitor during an event to promote tourism and tea culture of China's southwestern Guizhou Province in Bucharest, Romania, June 26, 2024. An event to promote tourism and tea culture of China's southwestern Guizhou Province was held at the China Cultural Center here on Wednesday, showcasing the rich cultural heritage and scenic beauty of Guizhou Province to the Romanian audience. The event featured a cultural and tourism promotion video clip and a photo exhibition, and provided guests with opportunities to interact with the intangible cultural heritage, such as tasting Guizhou tea and drawing traditional Guizhou embroidery patterns. (Photo by Cristian Cristel/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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ROMANIA-BUCHAREST-CHINA-GUIZHOU-CULTURE-PROMOTION

(240627) -- BUCHAREST, June 27, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Han Chunlin, Chinese ambassador to Romania, visits a photo exhibition during an event to promote tourism and tea culture of China's southwestern Guizhou Province in Bucharest, Romania, June 26, 2024. An event to promote tourism and tea culture of China's southwestern Guizhou Province was held at the China Cultural Center here on Wednesday, showcasing the rich cultural heritage and scenic beauty of Guizhou Province to the Romanian audience. The event featured a cultural and tourism promotion video clip and a photo exhibition, and provided guests with opportunities to interact with the intangible cultural heritage, such as tasting Guizhou tea and drawing traditional Guizhou embroidery patterns. (Photo by Cristian Cristel/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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ROMANIA-BUCHAREST-CHINA-GUIZHOU-CULTURE-PROMOTION

(240627) -- BUCHAREST, June 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A staff member (R) introduces batiks to a visitor during an event to promote tourism and tea culture of China's southwestern Guizhou Province in Bucharest, Romania, June 26, 2024. An event to promote tourism and tea culture of China's southwestern Guizhou Province was held at the China Cultural Center here on Wednesday, showcasing the rich cultural heritage and scenic beauty of Guizhou Province to the Romanian audience. The event featured a cultural and tourism promotion video clip and a photo exhibition, and provided guests with opportunities to interact with the intangible cultural heritage, such as tasting Guizhou tea and drawing traditional Guizhou embroidery patterns. (Photo by Cristian Cristel/Xinhua)

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ROMANIA-BUCHAREST-CHINA-GUIZHOU-CULTURE-PROMOTION

(240627) -- BUCHAREST, June 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People try Chinese tea during an event to promote tourism and tea culture of China's southwestern Guizhou Province in Bucharest, Romania, June 26, 2024. An event to promote tourism and tea culture of China's southwestern Guizhou Province was held at the China Cultural Center here on Wednesday, showcasing the rich cultural heritage and scenic beauty of Guizhou Province to the Romanian audience. The event featured a cultural and tourism promotion video clip and a photo exhibition, and provided guests with opportunities to interact with the intangible cultural heritage, such as tasting Guizhou tea and drawing traditional Guizhou embroidery patterns. (Photo by Cristian Cristel/Xinhua)

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ROMANIA-BUCHAREST-CHINA-GUIZHOU-CULTURE-PROMOTION

(240627) -- BUCHAREST, June 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Han Chunlin, Chinese ambassador to Romania, visits a photo exhibition during an event to promote tourism and tea culture of China's southwestern Guizhou Province in Bucharest, Romania, June 26, 2024. An event to promote tourism and tea culture of China's southwestern Guizhou Province was held at the China Cultural Center here on Wednesday, showcasing the rich cultural heritage and scenic beauty of Guizhou Province to the Romanian audience. The event featured a cultural and tourism promotion video clip and a photo exhibition, and provided guests with opportunities to interact with the intangible cultural heritage, such as tasting Guizhou tea and drawing traditional Guizhou embroidery patterns. (Photo by Cristian Cristel/Xinhua)

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ROMANIA-BUCHAREST-CHINA-GUIZHOU-CULTURE-PROMOTION

(240627) -- BUCHAREST, June 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Cristian Barhalescu, chairman of the southeast region of the Romanian National Travel Agency Association, addresses an event to promote tourism and tea culture of China's southwestern Guizhou Province in Bucharest, Romania, June 26, 2024. An event to promote tourism and tea culture of China's southwestern Guizhou Province was held at the China Cultural Center here on Wednesday, showcasing the rich cultural heritage and scenic beauty of Guizhou Province to the Romanian audience. The event featured a cultural and tourism promotion video clip and a photo exhibition, and provided guests with opportunities to interact with the intangible cultural heritage, such as tasting Guizhou tea and drawing traditional Guizhou embroidery patterns. (Photo by Cristian Cristel/Xinhua)