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Russia's response to threats not limited to use of armored vehicles: Putin

STORY: Russia's response to threats not limited to use of armored vehicles: Putin DATELINE: Feb. 3, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:01 LOCATION: Moscow CATEGORY: MILITARY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Russian President Vladimir Putin's speech at a concert in honor of the 80th anniversary of the Soviet victory in the Battle of Stalingrad 2. various of Putin attending a wreath-laying ceremony STORYLINE: Russia's response to threats against the country will not be limited to the use of armored vehicles, Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday. Russia has the means to respond to those threatening the country, Putin said during his speech at a concert in honor of the 80th anniversary of the Soviet victory in the Battle of Stalingrad, according to the Kremlin. "Those who are trying to draw European countries into a new war against Russia... clearly don't understand that a modern war with Russia will look completely different," the president said. Putin also attended a wreath-laying ceremony at the Battle of Stalingrad St

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A series of events held in St. Petersburg to celebrate Chinese New Year

STORY: A series of events held in St. Petersburg to celebrate Chinese New Year DATELINE: Jan. 31, 2023 LENGTH: 0:01:170 LOCATION: ST. PETERSBURG, Russia CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of exhibition of Chinese art 2. various of garment show of China 3. various of concert dedicated to the Chinese New Year STORYLINE: Russian and Chinese musicians on Monday night performed together to mark the Chinese New Year in St. Petersburg. The concert was preluded by traditional and ethnic garment show of China by dozens of models, glowing with splendor. The performance was held at the Catherine Assembly. The site also hosted an exhibition of Chinese art, with over 30 pieces of drawings, sculptures and calligraphy. The works were from 12 Chinese artists. This year is the 9th year that St. Petersburg celebrates Chinese New Year. The Palace Bridge here was illuminated in red in celebration. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from St. Petersburg, Russia. (XHTV)

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Sound of Spring concert held in New York to celebrate Chinese New Year

STORY: Sound of Spring concert held in New York to celebrate Chinese New Year DATELINE: Jan. 29, 2023 LENGTH: 0:02:03 LOCATION: NEW YORK, U.S. CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the performance during the concert STORYLINE: A unique Chinese New Year concert "The Sound of Spring" was held in New York on Saturday, charming the audience with the diversity and artistry of Chinese symphonic music. Now in its fourth year, the concert was jointly presented by the U.S.-China Music Institute of the Bard College Conservatory of Music, and the Central Conservatory of Music in China. Featuring well-known musical pieces such as Spring Festival Overture, Butterfly Lovers Violin Concerto, along with other festive works, the two-hour-long program showcased an exciting blend of Chinese American artists, Chinese symphonic music, and traditional instruments. Chinese music is full of enchanting stories and uplifting sounds, said Cai Jindong, conductor of the concert and director of the U.S.-China Music Inst

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U.S.-NEW YORK-CHINESE NEW YEAR-CONCERT

(230129) -- NEW YORK, Jan. 29, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Percussion soloist Petra Elek (back) performs with The Orchestra Now during the "The Sound of Spring" Chinese New Year concert at the Rose Theater in New York, the United States, on Jan. 28, 2023. A unique Chinese New Year concert "The Sound of Spring" was held here on Saturday, charming the audience with the diversity and artistry of Chinese symphonic music. Now in its fourth year, the concert was jointly presented by the U.S.-China Music Institute of the Bard College Conservatory of Music, and the Central Conservatory of Music in China. (Photo by Michael Nagle/Xinhua)

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U.S.-NEW YORK-CHINESE NEW YEAR-CONCERT

(230129) -- NEW YORK, Jan. 29, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Pipa soloist Gao Hong (C) performs with The Orchestra Now during the "The Sound of Spring" Chinese New Year concert at the Rose Theater in New York, the United States, Jan. 28, 2023. A unique Chinese New Year concert "The Sound of Spring" was held here on Saturday, charming the audience with the diversity and artistry of Chinese symphonic music. Now in its fourth year, the concert was jointly presented by the U.S.-China Music Institute of the Bard College Conservatory of Music, and the Central Conservatory of Music in China. (Photo by Michael Nagle/Xinhua)

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U.S.-NEW YORK-CHINESE NEW YEAR-CONCERT

(230129) -- NEW YORK, Jan. 29, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Percussion soloist Petra Elek (back) performs with The Orchestra Now during the "The Sound of Spring" Chinese New Year concert at the Rose Theater in New York, the United States, on Jan. 28, 2023. A unique Chinese New Year concert "The Sound of Spring" was held here on Saturday, charming the audience with the diversity and artistry of Chinese symphonic music. Now in its fourth year, the concert was jointly presented by the U.S.-China Music Institute of the Bard College Conservatory of Music, and the Central Conservatory of Music in China. (Photo by Michael Nagle/Xinhua)

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U.S.-NEW YORK-CHINESE NEW YEAR-CONCERT

(230129) -- NEW YORK, Jan. 29, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Violin soloist Na Sun (L, front) performs as conductor Jindong Cai (R, front) conducts The Orchestra Now during the "The Sound of Spring" Chinese New Year concert at the Rose Theater in New York, the United States, on Jan. 28, 2023. A unique Chinese New Year concert "The Sound of Spring" was held here on Saturday, charming the audience with the diversity and artistry of Chinese symphonic music. Now in its fourth year, the concert was jointly presented by the U.S.-China Music Institute of the Bard College Conservatory of Music, and the Central Conservatory of Music in China. (Photo by Michael Nagle/Xinhua)

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Concert in underground tunnel in Tokyo

A music concert is held in an underground tunnel in Tokyo used as a flood control facility on Jan. 29, 2023.

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Concert in underground tunnel in Tokyo

A music concert is held in an underground tunnel in Tokyo used as a flood control facility on Jan. 29, 2023.

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Concert in underground tunnel in Tokyo

A music concert is held in an underground tunnel in Tokyo used as a flood control facility on Jan. 29, 2023.

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New Zealand: Elton John Auckland Concert Cancelled Due To Heavy Rain 2

Heavy rains across the North Island in New Zealand forced the cancelation of Elton John's concert at Mt Smart in Auckland on Friday, January 27. Wild weather with heavy rain and high winds swept through the North Island causing flash flooding, power outages, and road closures in parts of Auckland.

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New Zealand: Elton John Auckland Concert Cancelled Due To Heavy Rain

Heavy rains across the North Island in New Zealand forced the cancelation of Elton John's concert at Mt Smart in Auckland on Friday, January 27. Wild weather with heavy rain and high winds swept through the North Island causing flash flooding, power outages, and road closures in parts of Auckland.

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FRANCE-PARIS-CHINESE NEW YEAR-CONCERT

(230126) -- PARIS, Jan. 26, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Chinese and French musicians participate in a concert to celebrate the Chinese New Year at the China Cultural Center in Paris, France, Jan. 25, 2023. (Xinhua/Tang Ji)

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FRANCE-PARIS-CHINESE NEW YEAR-CONCERT

(230126) -- PARIS, Jan. 26, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Chinese and French musicians participate in a concert to celebrate the Chinese New Year at the China Cultural Center in Paris, France, Jan. 25, 2023. (Xinhua/Tang Ji)

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CHINA-XINJIANG-URUMQI-FOLK ORCHESTRA-CONCERT (CN)

(230125) -- URUMQI, Jan. 25, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 14, 2023 shows the Chinese Lunar New Year concert presented by Xinjiang Art Theater's folk orchestra in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. TO GO WITH "Across China: Xinjiang folk orchestra makes its name through musical fusion" (Xinhua)

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CHINA-XINJIANG-URUMQI-FOLK ORCHESTRA-CONCERT (CN)

(230125) -- URUMQI, Jan. 25, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 14, 2023 shows the Chinese Lunar New Year concert presented by Xinjiang Art Theater's folk orchestra in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. TO GO WITH "Across China: Xinjiang folk orchestra makes its name through musical fusion" (Xinhua)

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CHINA-XINJIANG-URUMQI-FOLK ORCHESTRA-CONCERT (CN)

(230125) -- URUMQI, Jan. 25, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 14, 2023 shows the Chinese Lunar New Year concert presented by Xinjiang Art Theater's folk orchestra in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. TO GO WITH "Across China: Xinjiang folk orchestra makes its name through musical fusion" (Xinhua)

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Concert held in Israel to celebrate Chinese New Year

STORY: Concert held in Israel to celebrate Chinese New Year DATELINE: Jan. 25, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:19 LOCATION: TEL AVIV, Israel CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the concert STORYLINE: A Chinese New Year concert was held Tuesday at the China Cultural Center in Tel Aviv, Israel. The event also celebrated the 31st anniversary of China-Israel diplomatic ties. Artists performed famous pieces including Nessun Dorma and Jasmine Flower. More than 100 people from both countries attended the concert. This was the first offline Chinese New Year celebration held by the China Cultural Center in Tel Aviv in the past three years. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Tel Aviv, Israel. (XHTV)

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BRAZIL-BRASILIA-CHINESE NEW YEAR-CONCERT

(230123) -- BRASILIA, Jan. 23, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A concert is held in celebration of the Chinese New Year in Brasilia, Brazil, Jan. 21, 2023. (Photo by Lucio Tavora/Xinhua)

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BRAZIL-BRASILIA-CHINESE NEW YEAR-CONCERT

(230123) -- BRASILIA, Jan. 23, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A concert is held in celebration of the Chinese New Year in Brasilia, Brazil, Jan. 21, 2023. (Photo by Lucio Tavora/Xinhua)

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BRAZIL-BRASILIA-CHINESE NEW YEAR-CONCERT

(230123) -- BRASILIA, Jan. 23, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A concert is held in celebration of the Chinese New Year in Brasilia, Brazil, Jan. 21, 2023. (Photo by Lucio Tavora/Xinhua)

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Hospital in Shanghai holds concert for patients and medical workers

TORY: Hospital in Shanghai holds concert for patients and medical workers DATELINE: Jan. 20, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:06 LOCATION: SHANGHAI, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of doctors, nurses and patients 2. various of performers 3. Violin performer and Piano artist 4. various of newborns STORYLINE: A concert was held Wednesday at Shanghai No. 1 Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital in east China. The children of doctors and medical staff performed wonderful programs on the stage, bringing a feeling of warmth to people in the winter. Violin performer Wu Zhengyu brought to the audience a well-known song "Butterfly Lovers," trying to convey the message of breaking the cocoon and embracing a new life. Piano artist Kong Xiangdong performed two pieces of improvised music "Wish" and "New Life," hoping to use music to honor the life and warm each other. In 2022, the hospital welcomed more than 26,000 newborns. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Shanghai, China. (XHTV)

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NEW ZEALAND-CHRISTCHURCH-CHINESE NEW YEAR-CELEBRATION

(230119) -- CHRISTCHURCH, Jan. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Musicians perform during the Christchurch New Year Concert of 2023 in Christchurch, New Zealand, Jan. 19, 2023. The Christchurch New Year Concert of 2023 held Thursday in Christchurch, the largest city in the South Island of New Zealand, opened the prelude to New Zealand's 2023 "Happy Chinese New Year" series of celebrations. (Photo by Walter/Xinhua)

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LUXEMBOURG-CHINESE NEW YEAR-PERFORMANCE

(230119) -- LUXEMBOURG, Jan. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Tang Jiaxuan performs solo with Chinese folk instrument Guzheng during the "Beauty Beyond Words" 2023 Chinese New Year Dance and Music Show at the Philharmonie Luxembourg concert hall in Luxembourg, Jan. 17, 2023. (Xinhua/Zheng Huansong)

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LUXEMBOURG-CHINESE NEW YEAR-PERFORMANCE

(230119) -- LUXEMBOURG, Jan. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Jing Hui performs Chinese classical dance during the "Beauty Beyond Words" 2023 Chinese New Year Dance and Music Show at the Philharmonie Luxembourg concert hall in Luxembourg, Jan. 17, 2023. (Xinhua/Zheng Huansong)

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LUXEMBOURG-CHINESE NEW YEAR-PERFORMANCE

(230119) -- LUXEMBOURG, Jan. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Members of Harmonie Municipale de Mondercange perform during the "Beauty Beyond Words" 2023 Chinese New Year Dance and Music Show at the Philharmonie Luxembourg concert hall in Luxembourg, Jan. 17, 2023. (Xinhua/Zheng Huansong)

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LUXEMBOURG-CHINESE NEW YEAR-PERFORMANCE

(230119) -- LUXEMBOURG, Jan. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Members of Harmonie Municipale de Mondercange perform during the "Beauty Beyond Words" 2023 Chinese New Year Dance and Music Show at the Philharmonie Luxembourg concert hall in Luxembourg, Jan. 17, 2023. (Xinhua/Zheng Huansong)

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LUXEMBOURG-CHINESE NEW YEAR-PERFORMANCE

(230119) -- LUXEMBOURG, Jan. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Members of Harmonie Municipale de Mondercange perform during the "Beauty Beyond Words" 2023 Chinese New Year Dance and Music Show at the Philharmonie Luxembourg concert hall in Luxembourg, Jan. 17, 2023. (Xinhua/Zheng Huansong)

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Chinese, Greek musicians build communication bridge at Athens concert

STORY: Chinese, Greek musicians build communication bridge at Athens concert DATELINE: Jan. 16, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:10 LOCATION: Athens CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the concert 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): JIE JIAO, Organizer 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Greek): RUIJUN MA, Pianist 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (Greek): MIMIS ARMOUTIS, Student of the Athens Conservatoire STORYLINE: The "China-Hellas Young Musicians Concert" was held in Athens on Saturday. It featured an impressive convergence of Sino-Greek melodies, bringing together Greek and Chinese young musicians performing classical and contemporary music. The organizers said that the concert, which helped build a cultural bridge between the two countries, was staged to strengthen bilateral communication through culture and celebrate the upcoming Chinese New Year. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): JIE JIAO, Organizer "Music is a language without borders. It does not require us to use other languages to explain. It is universal. I think it is a very good way to use music to combi

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Cultural events in NYC feature China's intangible cultural heritage

STORY: Cultural events in NYC feature China's intangible cultural heritage DATELINE: Jan. 9, 2023 LENGTH: 00:04:18 LOCATION: NEW YORK, U.S. CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the embroidery workshop at China Institute 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): YAO HUIFEN, Embroiderer from Suzhou 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): YU JUNYAO, Embroidery workshop team member 4. various of visitors having a close-up look of makeup and costume of Kunqu Opera 5. various of Kunqu Opera performers 6. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): JAMES B. HEIMOWITZ, President of China Institute STORYLINE: Multiple events were staged in New York City on the weekend featuring intangible cultural heritage from east China's Suzhou. Chinese artists on Suzhou-style embroidery, Kunqu Opera and Pingtan, the very form of ballad singing in Suzhou dialect with Chinese instruments, presented craftsmanship and performances on Saturday night at the opening ceremony of Suzhou theme day. The theme day was held together with a concert entitled "Echoes of Ancient Tang Poe

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U.S.-NEW YORK-NEW YEAR-CONCERT

(230108) -- NEW YORK, Jan. 8, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Members of the Philadelphia Orchestra perform during a concert to celebrate the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year at Lincoln Center in New York, the United States, on Jan. 7, 2023. Entitled "Echoes of Ancient Tang Poems," the concert featuring ancient China's Tang Dynasty (618-907) poems was held here on Saturday night to celebrate the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year. (Xinhua/Li Rui)

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U.S.-NEW YORK-NEW YEAR-CONCERT

(230108) -- NEW YORK, Jan. 8, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Artists from iSING! Suzhou International Young Artist Festival and the Philadelphia Orchestra jointly present a concert to celebrate the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year at Lincoln Center in New York, the United States, on Jan. 7, 2023. Entitled "Echoes of Ancient Tang Poems," the concert featuring ancient China's Tang Dynasty (618-907) poems was held here on Saturday night to celebrate the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year. (Xinhua/Li Rui)

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U.S.-NEW YORK-NEW YEAR-CONCERT

(230108) -- NEW YORK, Jan. 8, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Artists from iSING! Suzhou International Young Artist Festival and the Philadelphia Orchestra jointly present a concert to celebrate the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year at Lincoln Center in New York, the United States, on Jan. 7, 2023. Entitled "Echoes of Ancient Tang Poems," the concert featuring ancient China's Tang Dynasty (618-907) poems was held here on Saturday night to celebrate the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year. (Xinhua/Li Rui)

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U.S.-NEW YORK-NEW YEAR-CONCERT

(230108) -- NEW YORK, Jan. 8, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Artists from iSING! Suzhou International Young Artist Festival and the Philadelphia Orchestra jointly present a concert to celebrate the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year at Lincoln Center in New York, the United States, on Jan. 7, 2023. Entitled "Echoes of Ancient Tang Poems," the concert featuring ancient China's Tang Dynasty (618-907) poems was held here on Saturday night to celebrate the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year. (Xinhua/Li Rui)

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U.S.-NEW YORK-NEW YEAR-CONCERT

(230108) -- NEW YORK, Jan. 8, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Artists from iSING! Suzhou International Young Artist Festival and the Philadelphia Orchestra jointly present a concert to celebrate the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year at Lincoln Center in New York, the United States, on Jan. 7, 2023. Entitled "Echoes of Ancient Tang Poems," the concert featuring ancient China's Tang Dynasty (618-907) poems was held here on Saturday night to celebrate the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year. (Xinhua/Li Rui)

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U.S.-PHILADELPHIA-NEW YEAR-CONCERT

(230108) -- PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 8, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Artists from iSING! Suzhou International Young Artist Festival and the Philadelphia Orchestra jointly present a concert to celebrate the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year in Philadelphia, the United States, Jan. 6, 2023. TO GO WITH "Feature: Concert themed ancient Chinese poetry held in U.S. to celebrate upcoming Lunar New Year" (Xinhua/Zhang Mocheng)

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U.S.-PHILADELPHIA-NEW YEAR-CONCERT

(230108) -- PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 8, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Artists from iSING! Suzhou International Young Artist Festival and the Philadelphia Orchestra jointly present a concert to celebrate the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year in Philadelphia, U.S. state of Pennsylvania, Jan. 6, 2023. TO GO WITH "Feature: Concert themed ancient Chinese poetry held in U.S. to celebrate upcoming Lunar New Year" (Xinhua/Zhang Mocheng)

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Concert featuring ancient Chinese poetry held in Philadelphia

STORY: Concert featuring ancient Chinese poetry held in Philadelphia DATELINE: Jan. 7, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:10 LOCATION: PHILADELPHIA, U.S. CATEGORY: ENTERTAINMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of the concert featuring ancient Chinese poetry 2. various of Chinese Consul General in New York Huang Ping and Matias Tarnopolsky, president and CEO of The Philadelphia Orchestra, delivering speeches 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): HUANG PING, Chinese Consul General in New York 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): JENNIFER LIN, Documentary director in Philadelphia 5. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): JULIAN, Audience 6. SOUNDBITE 4 (English): LENORE, Audience STORYLINE: A concert that features ancient Chinese poetry was held in Philadelphia, U.S. state of Pennsylvania on Friday night, in celebration of the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year and in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Philadelphia Orchestra's historic 1973 tour of China. Entitled "Echoes of Ancient Tang Poems," the show was presented jointly with iSING! Suzhou International Young A

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How people embrace New Year across China

STORY: How people embrace New Year across China DATELINE: Jan. 2, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:18 LOCATION: Beijing CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of New Year countdown in Beijing 2. various of the fireworks show in Liuyang 3. various of the sunrise in Fuyuan 4. various of the Qinhuai Lantern Fair in Nanjing 5. various of the Dragon and lion dancing in Hong Kong 6. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): LEUNG, Member of a lion dancing team in Hong Kong 7. various of the winter fishing in Chifeng 8. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): WANG TANTAN, Tourist 9. various of a mountaineering event in Lhasa 10. various of a New Year concert in Lanzhou 11. various of the light show in Xi'an 12. various of a rock climbing competition in Yangshuo STORYLINE: People across China celebrated the arrival of 2023 in various ways as the country optimized its COVID-19 strategy. Beijing New Year countdown Liuyang, Hunan Province Fuyuan, Heilongjiang Province It's the easternmost city on the Chinese mainland Nanjing, Jiangsu Province Qinhuai Lantern Fai

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IRAQ-BAGHDAD-FEMALE MUSIC ENSEMBLE

(221223) -- BAGHDAD, Dec. 23, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Female musicians from Sumeryat Music Ensemble perform at the Iraqi National Theater in Baghdad, Iraq, on Dec. 22, 2022. The Iraqi female ensemble held its first concert here on Thursday evening. (Xinhua/Khalil Dawood)

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IRAQ-BAGHDAD-FEMALE MUSIC ENSEMBLE

(221223) -- BAGHDAD, Dec. 23, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Female musicians from Sumeryat Music Ensemble perform at the Iraqi National Theater in Baghdad, Iraq, on Dec. 22, 2022. The Iraqi female ensemble held its first concert here on Thursday evening. (Xinhua/Khalil Dawood)

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IRAQ-BAGHDAD-FEMALE MUSIC ENSEMBLE

(221223) -- BAGHDAD, Dec. 23, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A female musician from Sumeryat Music Ensemble plays an Iraqi traditional instrument at the Iraqi National Theater in Baghdad, Iraq, on Dec. 22, 2022. The Iraqi female ensemble held its first concert here on Thursday evening. (Xinhua/Khalil Dawood)

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IRAQ-BAGHDAD-FEMALE MUSIC ENSEMBLE

(221223) -- BAGHDAD, Dec. 23, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Female musicians from Sumeryat Music Ensemble perform at the Iraqi National Theater in Baghdad, Iraq, on Dec. 22, 2022. The Iraqi female ensemble held its first concert here on Thursday evening. (Xinhua/Khalil Dawood)

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IRAQ-BAGHDAD-FEMALE MUSIC ENSEMBLE

(221223) -- BAGHDAD, Dec. 23, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Female musicians from Sumeryat Music Ensemble perform at the Iraqi National Theater in Baghdad, Iraq, on Dec. 22, 2022. The Iraqi female ensemble held its first concert here on Thursday evening. (Xinhua/Khalil Dawood)

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IRAQ-BAGHDAD-FEMALE MUSIC ENSEMBLE

(221223) -- BAGHDAD, Dec. 23, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Female musicians from Sumeryat Music Ensemble perform at the Iraqi National Theater in Baghdad, Iraq, on Dec. 22, 2022. The Iraqi female ensemble held its first concert here on Thursday evening. (Xinhua/Khalil Dawood)

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IRAQ-BAGHDAD-FEMALE MUSIC ENSEMBLE

(221223) -- BAGHDAD, Dec. 23, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Female musicians from Sumeryat Music Ensemble perform at the Iraqi National Theater in Baghdad, Iraq, on Dec. 22, 2022. The Iraqi female ensemble held its first concert here on Thursday evening. (Xinhua/Khalil Dawood)

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Iraqi female musical ensemble holds 1st concert in Baghdad

STORY: Iraqi female musical ensemble holds 1st concert in Baghdad DATELINE: Dec. 23, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:11 LOCATION: Baghdad CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Iraqi female ensemble holding first concert 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): ALAA MAJEED, Maestro 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Arabic): ZAHRAA, Ensemble member STORYLINE: An Iraqi female ensemble held its first concert on Thursday evening at the Iraqi National Theater in Baghdad. The newly formed ensemble of female musicians, named Sumeryat Musical Ensemble and led by Maestro Alaa Majeed, performed many pieces of Iraqi folk music and songs. The ensemble's 49-member female musicians mainly use traditional musical instruments and some modern instruments. The concert was attended by the Iraqi Minister of Culture, Ahmed Fakkak al-Badrani, and a large audience. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): ALAA MAJEED, Maestro "The message that we want from forming this ensemble is a message of love and peace to all the world, and a message of reassurance to the whole world that Iraq

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Japan PM Kishida at photo exhibition

An orchestra holds a concert in the dark at a hall in the Ukrainian capital city of Kyiv as a blackout caused by Russian attacks on power infrastructure continues.

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Kyiv orchestra holds concert in dark

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida poses for pictures during his visit to a news photo exhibition in Tokyo on Dec. 19, 2022.

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Kyiv orchestra holds concert in dark

An orchestra holds a concert in the dark at a hall in the Ukrainian capital city of Kyiv as a blackout caused by Russian attacks on power infrastructure continues.