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Gas Explosion At Wedding House - Islamabad

Security personnel examine the site of a gas explosion in Islamabad, capital of Pakistan, on Jan. 11, 2026. The death toll from a gas explosion at a wedding house in Pakistan's federal capital, Islamabad, has risen to eight, including a newlywed couple, while 11 others were injured, local authorities said on Sunday. Rescue officials said at least four houses in the surrounding area were affected by the blast. Authorities said the exact cause of the explosion will be determined following a detailed investigation. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gas Explosion At Wedding House - Islamabad

Locals gather near the site of a gas explosion in Islamabad, capital of Pakistan on Jan. 11, 2026. The death toll from a gas explosion at a wedding house in Pakistan's federal capital, Islamabad, has risen to eight, including a newlywed couple, while 11 others were injured, local authorities said on Sunday. Rescue officials said at least four houses in the surrounding area were affected by the blast. Authorities said the exact cause of the explosion will be determined following a detailed investigation. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gas Explosion At Wedding House - Islamabad

Security personnel examine the site of a gas explosion in Islamabad, capital of Pakistan on Jan. 11, 2026. The death toll from a gas explosion at a wedding house in Pakistan's federal capital, Islamabad, has risen to eight, including a newlywed couple, while 11 others were injured, local authorities said on Sunday. Rescue officials said at least four houses in the surrounding area were affected by the blast. Authorities said the exact cause of the explosion will be determined following a detailed investigation. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gas Explosion At Wedding House - Islamabad

A security staff member examines the site of a gas explosion in Islamabad, capital of Pakistan on Jan. 11, 2026. The death toll from a gas explosion at a wedding house in Pakistan's federal capital, Islamabad, has risen to eight, including a newlywed couple, while 11 others were injured, local authorities said on Sunday. Rescue officials said at least four houses in the surrounding area were affected by the blast. Authorities said the exact cause of the explosion will be determined following a detailed investigation. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gas Explosion At Wedding House - Islamabad

Security personnel examine the site of a gas explosion in Islamabad, capital of Pakistan on Jan. 11, 2026. The death toll from a gas explosion at a wedding house in Pakistan's federal capital, Islamabad, has risen to eight, including a newlywed couple, while 11 others were injured, local authorities said on Sunday. Rescue officials said at least four houses in the surrounding area were affected by the blast. Authorities said the exact cause of the explosion will be determined following a detailed investigation. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gas Explosion At Wedding House - Islamabad

Security personnel examine the site of a gas explosion in Islamabad, capital of Pakistan on Jan. 11, 2026. The death toll from a gas explosion at a wedding house in Pakistan's federal capital, Islamabad, has risen to eight, including a newlywed couple, while 11 others were injured, local authorities said on Sunday. Rescue officials said at least four houses in the surrounding area were affected by the blast. Authorities said the exact cause of the explosion will be determined following a detailed investigation. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Peru: Train Crash Leaves Passengers Stranded at Aguas Calientes Station

On Tuesday, December 30, two trains collided head-on on a single-track route leading to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Machu Picchu in Peru. One train driver was killed and at least 36–40 people were injured. The crash occurred between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes stations, leaving many tourists stranded. The cause of the accident has not yet been determined, and the injured were taken to hospitals in Cusco and nearby areas. This video shows chaotic scenes at Machu Picchu Station as tourists were left stranded.

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US: Massive Garage Fire Reported in Northborough, Massachusetts

A massive fire broke out at a multi-car garage within an apartment complex in Northborough, Massachusetts, on Sunday, November 16. The blaze involved the two-story structure, leading to a partial collapse, though the cause of the incident is yet to be determined.

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Canada: Wildfire Near Port Alberni Burns Out of Control, Forces Evacuations

A wildfire known as the Mount Underwood Fire is burning out of control near China Creek Campground, south of Port Alberni, British Columbia. The blaze has grown to roughly 630 hectares and is being fought by ground crews, aircraft, and helicopters. China Creek Campground and Marina have been safely evacuated, and the main road between Port Alberni and Bamfield remains closed. Fire crews are working around the clock to contain the spread. The cause of the fire has not yet been determined.

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Netanyahu Details Israel's Plan for Gaza

This photo taken with mobile phone shows Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pointing at a map of Gaza Strip on the screen during a press conference in Jerusalem, on August 10, 2025. Netanyahu said on Sunday that he is determined to launch a recently approved plan to take over Gaza City, which has drawn wide international condemnation. Photo by Xinhua/Feng Guorui/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Netanyahu Details Israel's Plan for Gaza

This photo taken with mobile phone shows Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pointing at a photo of an Israeli hostage on the screen during a press conference in Jerusalem, on August 10, 2025. Netanyahu said on Sunday that he is determined to launch a recently approved plan to take over Gaza City, which has drawn wide international condemnation. Photo by Xinhua/Feng Guorui/ABACAPRESS.COM

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At Least 25 People Killed And 800 Others Injured In An Explosion - Iran

This photo shows the explosion site at Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas of Hormozgan province, Iran, April 26, 2025.At least 25 people were killed and 800 others injured in a huge explosion at a port on Saturday in Iran's southern province of Hormozgan, media reported Sunday. The exact cause of the incident has not been determined yet, the official news agency IRNA said. Photo by Mehr News Agency/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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At Least 25 People Killed And 800 Others Injured In An Explosion - Iran

Smoke rises after a massive explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas of Hormozgan province, Iran, April 26, 2025.At least 25 people were killed and 800 others injured in a huge explosion at a port on Saturday in Iran's southern province of Hormozgan, media reported Sunday. The exact cause of the incident has not been determined yet, the official news agency IRNA said. Photo by Mehr News Agency/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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At Least 25 People Killed And 800 Others Injured In An Explosion - Iran

Smoke rises after a massive explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas of Hormozgan province, Iran, April 26, 2025.At least 25 people were killed and 800 others injured in a huge explosion at a port on Saturday in Iran's southern province of Hormozgan, media reported Sunday. The exact cause of the incident has not been determined yet, the official news agency IRNA said. Photo by Mehr News Agency/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Myanmar Earthquake

(250328) -- YANGON, March 28, 2025 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM -- This photo taken with a mobile phone shows people fleeing to the streets after an earthquake in Yangon, Myanmar, March 28, 2025. The earthquake, with a magnitude of 7.7, jolted 16 km NNW of Sagaing, Myanmar earlier in the day, the U.S. Geological Survey said. The epicenter, with a depth of 10.0 km, was initially determined to be at 22.01 degrees north latitude and 95.92 degrees east longitude. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Myanmar Earthquake

(250328) -- MANDALAY, March 28, 2025 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM -- This photo taken on March 28, 2025 shows a damaged building after the earthquake in Mandalay, Myanmar. The earthquake, with a magnitude of 7.7, jolted 16 km NNW of Sagaing, Myanmar earlier in the day, the U.S. Geological Survey said. The epicenter, with a depth of 10.0 km, was initially determined to be at 22.01 degrees north latitude and 95.92 degrees east longitude. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Myanmar Earthquake

(250328) -- YANGON, March 28, 2025 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM -- This photo taken with a mobile phone shows people fleeing to the streets after an earthquake in Yangon, Myanmar, March 28, 2025. The earthquake, with a magnitude of 7.7, jolted 16 km NNW of Sagaing, Myanmar earlier in the day, the U.S. Geological Survey said. The epicenter, with a depth of 10.0 km, was initially determined to be at 22.01 degrees north latitude and 95.92 degrees east longitude. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Myanmar Earthquake

(250328) -- YANGON, March 28, 2025 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM -- This photo taken with a mobile phone shows people fleeing to the streets after an earthquake in Yangon, Myanmar, March 28, 2025. The earthquake, with a magnitude of 7.7, jolted 16 km NNW of Sagaing, Myanmar earlier in the day, the U.S. Geological Survey said. The epicenter, with a depth of 10.0 km, was initially determined to be at 22.01 degrees north latitude and 95.92 degrees east longitude. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Myanmar Earthquake

(250328) -- YANGON, March 28, 2025 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM -- This photo taken with a mobile phone shows people fleeing to the streets after an earthquake in Yangon, Myanmar, March 28, 2025. The earthquake, with a magnitude of 7.7, jolted 16 km NNW of Sagaing, Myanmar earlier in the day, the U.S. Geological Survey said. The epicenter, with a depth of 10.0 km, was initially determined to be at 22.01 degrees north latitude and 95.92 degrees east longitude. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Myanmar Earthquake

(250328) -- MANDALAY, March 28, 2025 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM -- This photo taken on March 28, 2025 shows a damaged building after the earthquake in Mandalay, Myanmar. The earthquake, with a magnitude of 7.7, jolted 16 km NNW of Sagaing, Myanmar earlier in the day, the U.S. Geological Survey said. The epicenter, with a depth of 10.0 km, was initially determined to be at 22.01 degrees north latitude and 95.92 degrees east longitude. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Myanmar Earthquake

(250328) -- YANGON, March 28, 2025 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM -- This photo taken with a mobile phone shows people fleeing to the streets after an earthquake in Yangon, Myanmar, March 28, 2025. The earthquake, with a magnitude of 7.7, jolted 16 km NNW of Sagaing, Myanmar earlier in the day, the U.S. Geological Survey said. The epicenter, with a depth of 10.0 km, was initially determined to be at 22.01 degrees north latitude and 95.92 degrees east longitude. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Istanbul Mayor arrested, Erdogan's main rival, days before presidential nomination

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, key rival of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan detained a day after university invalidated his diploma, in move seen as politically motivated. In this photo: Ekrem İmamoglu, CHP's presidential candidate to be determined by a primary election, Union of Municipalities of Turkey (TBB) and Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB) Ekrem İmamoglu attended a public meeting in Ankara. 15/03/2025. Photo by Depo Photos/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Istanbul Mayor arrested, Erdogan's main rival, days before presidential nomination

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, key rival of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan detained a day after university invalidated his diploma, in move seen as politically motivated. In this photo: Ekrem İmamoglu, CHP's presidential candidate to be determined by a primary election, Union of Municipalities of Turkey (TBB) and Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB) Ekrem İmamoglu attended a public meeting in Diyarbakir. 16/03/2025. Photo by Depo Photos/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Istanbul Mayor arrested, Erdogan's main rival, days before presidential nomination

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, key rival of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan detained a day after university invalidated his diploma, in move seen as politically motivated. In this photo: Ekrem İmamoglu, CHP's presidential candidate to be determined by a primary election, Union of Municipalities of Turkey (TBB) and Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB) Ekrem İmamoglu attended a public meeting in Ankara. 15/03/2025. Photo by Depo Photos/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Istanbul Mayor arrested, Erdogan's main rival, days before presidential nomination

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, key rival of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan detained a day after university invalidated his diploma, in move seen as politically motivated. In this photo: Ekrem İmamoglu, CHP's presidential candidate to be determined by a primary election, Union of Municipalities of Turkey (TBB) and Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB) Ekrem İmamoglu attended a public meeting in Ankara. 15/03/2025. Photo by Depo Photos/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Istanbul Mayor arrested, Erdogan's main rival, days before presidential nomination

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, key rival of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan detained a day after university invalidated his diploma, in move seen as politically motivated. In this photo: Ekrem İmamoglu, CHP's presidential candidate to be determined by a primary election, Union of Municipalities of Turkey (TBB) and Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB) Ekrem İmamoglu attended a public meeting in Ankara. 15/03/2025. Photo by Depo Photos/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Istanbul Mayor arrested, Erdogan's main rival, days before presidential nomination

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, key rival of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan detained a day after university invalidated his diploma, in move seen as politically motivated. In this photo: Ekrem İmamoglu, CHP's presidential candidate to be determined by a primary election, Union of Municipalities of Turkey (TBB) and Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB) Ekrem İmamoglu attended a public meeting in Erzincan. 17/03/2025. Photo by Depo Photos/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Istanbul Mayor arrested, Erdogan's main rival, days before presidential nomination

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, key rival of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan detained a day after university invalidated his diploma, in move seen as politically motivated. In this photo: Ekrem İmamoglu, CHP's presidential candidate to be determined by a primary election, Union of Municipalities of Turkey (TBB) and Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB) Ekrem İmamoglu attended a public meeting in Ankara. 15/03/2025. Photo by Depo Photos/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Istanbul Mayor arrested, Erdogan's main rival, days before presidential nomination

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, key rival of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan detained a day after university invalidated his diploma, in move seen as politically motivated. In this photo: Ekrem İmamoglu, CHP's presidential candidate to be determined by a primary election, Union of Municipalities of Turkey (TBB) and Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB) Ekrem İmamoglu attended a public meeting in Antalya. 09/03/2025. Photo by Depo Photos/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: Barnard College Library Evacuated Amid False Bomb Threat During Protest

A bomb threat forced the evacuation of Barnard College's library during a pro-Palestinian protest on Wednesday, March 5. Police later determined the threat was fake. The incident occurred during a student sit-in.

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Syrian Civil War

Mustafa Al-Akl drinks coffee with his wife outside their tent within the ruins of their destroyed home in Saraqib, Syria, on February 19, 2025. After years of displacement, they returned to find their home in ruins but chose to stay, determined to rebuild their lives on their own land. Photo by Hibatullah Barakat/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Syrian Civil War

Mustafa Al-Akl drinks coffee with his wife outside their tent within the ruins of their destroyed home in Saraqib, Syria, on February 19, 2025. After years of displacement, they returned to find their home in ruins but chose to stay, determined to rebuild their lives on their own land. Photo by Hibatullah Barakat/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Japan: Deer Slips And Falls On Snowy Road Amid Severe Cold Wave In Hokkaido

In Hokkaido, which has been hit by a severe cold wave in recent days, a video captured the moment when one of two deer running on snow-covered roads slipped and fell. The deer that fell quickly got back up and chased after the other, determined not to be left behind. The video was filmed on Tuesday, February 4 in Noboribetsu City, located in the central-western part of Hokkaido.

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Mass Grave Found Near Damascus - Syria

A new mass grave discovered in Douma, outside of Damascus. Seven bodies were found in bags in the same grave in a military facility in Douma, near Damascus, Syria, on December 17, 2024. in the examination conducted by the White Helmets, it was determined that the bodies' bags were written with names and prison numbers. After taked DNA from the bodies, the White Helmet teams took them to the forensic medicine institute for examination. Photo by Ugur Yildirim/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Grave Found Near Damascus - Syria

A new mass grave discovered in Douma, outside of Damascus. Seven bodies were found in bags in the same grave in a military facility in Douma, near Damascus, Syria, on December 17, 2024. in the examination conducted by the White Helmets, it was determined that the bodies' bags were written with names and prison numbers. After taked DNA from the bodies, the White Helmet teams took them to the forensic medicine institute for examination. Photo by Ugur Yildirim/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Grave Found Near Damascus - Syria

A new mass grave discovered in Douma, outside of Damascus. Seven bodies were found in bags in the same grave in a military facility in Douma, near Damascus, Syria, on December 17, 2024. in the examination conducted by the White Helmets, it was determined that the bodies' bags were written with names and prison numbers. After taked DNA from the bodies, the White Helmet teams took them to the forensic medicine institute for examination. Photo by Ugur Yildirim/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Grave Found Near Damascus - Syria

A new mass grave discovered in Douma, outside of Damascus. Seven bodies were found in bags in the same grave in a military facility in Douma, near Damascus, Syria, on December 17, 2024. in the examination conducted by the White Helmets, it was determined that the bodies' bags were written with names and prison numbers. After taked DNA from the bodies, the White Helmet teams took them to the forensic medicine institute for examination. Photo by Ugur Yildirim/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Grave Found Near Damascus - Syria

A new mass grave discovered in Douma, outside of Damascus. Seven bodies were found in bags in the same grave in a military facility in Douma, near Damascus, Syria, on December 17, 2024. in the examination conducted by the White Helmets, it was determined that the bodies' bags were written with names and prison numbers. After taked DNA from the bodies, the White Helmet teams took them to the forensic medicine institute for examination. Photo by Ugur Yildirim/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Grave Found Near Damascus - Syria

A new mass grave discovered in Douma, outside of Damascus. Seven bodies were found in bags in the same grave in a military facility in Douma, near Damascus, Syria, on December 17, 2024. in the examination conducted by the White Helmets, it was determined that the bodies' bags were written with names and prison numbers. After taked DNA from the bodies, the White Helmet teams took them to the forensic medicine institute for examination. Photo by Ugur Yildirim/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Grave Found Near Damascus - Syria

A new mass grave discovered in Douma, outside of Damascus. Seven bodies were found in bags in the same grave in a military facility in Douma, near Damascus, Syria, on December 17, 2024. in the examination conducted by the White Helmets, it was determined that the bodies' bags were written with names and prison numbers. After taked DNA from the bodies, the White Helmet teams took them to the forensic medicine institute for examination. Photo by Ugur Yildirim/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Grave Found Near Damascus - Syria

A new mass grave discovered in Douma, outside of Damascus. Seven bodies were found in bags in the same grave in a military facility in Douma, near Damascus, Syria, on December 17, 2024. in the examination conducted by the White Helmets, it was determined that the bodies' bags were written with names and prison numbers. After taked DNA from the bodies, the White Helmet teams took them to the forensic medicine institute for examination. Photo by Ugur Yildirim/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mass Grave Found Near Damascus - Syria

A new mass grave discovered in Douma, outside of Damascus. Seven bodies were found in bags in the same grave in a military facility in Douma, near Damascus, Syria, on December 17, 2024. in the examination conducted by the White Helmets, it was determined that the bodies' bags were written with names and prison numbers. After taked DNA from the bodies, the White Helmet teams took them to the forensic medicine institute for examination. Photo by Ugur Yildirim/DIA Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ireland: Protesters March Through Dublin In Solidarity With Nikita Hand

Hundreds of protesters took to the streets of Dublin on Monday, November 25 to show support for Nikita Hand, who won a civil lawsuit against Mixed Martial Arts fighter Conor McGregor. On Friday, a jury at the High Court in Dublin determined that McGregor had assaulted Hand by raping her in a hotel in Dublin in December 2018. The protesters marched from Dublin city hall to the office of the Irish director of public prosecutions (DPP) to express their concern over the decision not to pursue a criminal case against McGregor.

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Kazakh film wins Golden Goblet Award at Shanghai film festival

STORY: Kazakh film wins Golden Goblet Award at Shanghai film festival SHOOTING TIME: Recent footage DATELINE: June 24, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:06 LOCATION: SHANGHAI, China CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF) STORYLINE: The Kazakh film "The Divorce" won the Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF) Golden Goblet Award for the best feature film on Saturday. Directed by Daniyar Salamat, the film delves into the intricacies of a couple's relationship, blending elements of humor, farce, and tragedy. The film's main actress Omarova Amira won the best actress award for her portrayal of a determined and resilient woman. The SIFF ended on Sunday, attracting many movie fans from home and abroad. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Shanghai, China. (XHTV)

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Bangladesh launches mega tree planting campaign, eyes over 80 mln saplings

STORY: Bangladesh launches mega tree planting campaign, eyes over 80 mln saplings SHOOTING DATE: June 6, 2024 DATELINE: June 8, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:03 LOCATION: Dhaka CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Tree Fair 2024 STORYLINE: The Bangladeshi government on Wednesday launched its mega annual nationwide tree planting campaign with a target of planting over 80 million saplings during this monsoon season. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina opened the campaign and Tree Fair 2024 and the World Environment Day and Environment Fair 2024 at the premises of the Bangabandhu International Conference Center. Urging all to plant and nurture saplings, she said Bangladesh must be protected from the adverse effects of climate change and her government is determined to act on it. The month-long annual campaign, first launched in 1994, is considered an important event to motivate people to save the environment of the delta country, which is crisscrossed by about 250 rivers and is highly vulnerable to the

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ChineseToday | Ecological researcher dedicates himself to desertification control in northeast China's Liaoning

(240601) -- SHENYANG, June 1, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Lyu Linyou (L) checks the growth of plants at the Zhanggutai base of the sand control and utilization research institute of the Liaoning Academy of Agricultural Sciences in Zhangwu County, northeast China's Liaoning Province, May 30, 2024. In 2004, 24-year-old Lyu Linyou joined the former provincial institute of sandy land utilization, which is now the sand control and utilization research institute of the Liaoning Academy of Agricultural Sciences, after graduation. Initially, Lyu specialized in grass science and had no clear idea about sand control. He learned from senior colleagues and local farmers in Zhangwu County, accumulating experience and gradually becoming determined to apply his knowledge to sand control. Located on the southern edge of the Horqin sandy land, Zhangwu was once plagued by sand and dust storms. Historically, 96 percent of Zhangwu County's total area was desertified land. For the ecological management of desertified

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ChineseToday | Ecological researcher dedicates himself to desertification control in northeast China's Liaoning

(240601) -- SHENYANG, June 1, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Lyu Linyou arranges soil samples of sandy land at the Zhanggutai base of the sand control and utilization research institute of the Liaoning Academy of Agricultural Sciences in Zhangwu County, northeast China's Liaoning Province, May 30, 2024. In 2004, 24-year-old Lyu Linyou joined the former provincial institute of sandy land utilization, which is now the sand control and utilization research institute of the Liaoning Academy of Agricultural Sciences, after graduation. Initially, Lyu specialized in grass science and had no clear idea about sand control. He learned from senior colleagues and local farmers in Zhangwu County, accumulating experience and gradually becoming determined to apply his knowledge to sand control. Located on the southern edge of the Horqin sandy land, Zhangwu was once plagued by sand and dust storms. Historically, 96 percent of Zhangwu County's total area was desertified land. For the ecological management of desertif

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ChineseToday | Ecological researcher dedicates himself to desertification control in northeast China's Liaoning

(240601) -- SHENYANG, June 1, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Lyu Linyou (R) communicates with a staff member at the Zhanggutai base of the sand control and utilization research institute of the Liaoning Academy of Agricultural Sciences in Zhangwu County, northeast China's Liaoning Province, May 30, 2024. In 2004, 24-year-old Lyu Linyou joined the former provincial institute of sandy land utilization, which is now the sand control and utilization research institute of the Liaoning Academy of Agricultural Sciences, after graduation. Initially, Lyu specialized in grass science and had no clear idea about sand control. He learned from senior colleagues and local farmers in Zhangwu County, accumulating experience and gradually becoming determined to apply his knowledge to sand control. Located on the southern edge of the Horqin sandy land, Zhangwu was once plagued by sand and dust storms. Historically, 96 percent of Zhangwu County's total area was desertified land. For the ecological management of deserti

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ChineseToday | Ecological researcher dedicates himself to desertification control in northeast China's Liaoning

(240601) -- SHENYANG, June 1, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Lyu Linyou checks the growth of alfalfa in Zhangwu County, northeast China's Liaoning Province, May 30, 2024. In 2004, 24-year-old Lyu Linyou joined the former provincial institute of sandy land utilization, which is now the sand control and utilization research institute of the Liaoning Academy of Agricultural Sciences, after graduation. Initially, Lyu specialized in grass science and had no clear idea about sand control. He learned from senior colleagues and local farmers in Zhangwu County, accumulating experience and gradually becoming determined to apply his knowledge to sand control. Located on the southern edge of the Horqin sandy land, Zhangwu was once plagued by sand and dust storms. Historically, 96 percent of Zhangwu County's total area was desertified land. For the ecological management of desertified grasslands, Lyu introduced and tested over 400 varieties of grass and herb plants, ultimately selecting more than 50 suitable vari

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ChineseToday | Ecological researcher dedicates himself to desertification control in northeast China's Liaoning

(240601) -- SHENYANG, June 1, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- An aerial drone photo taken on May 30, 2024 shows the Zhanggutai base of the sand control and utilization research institute of the Liaoning Academy of Agricultural Sciences in Zhangwu County, northeast China's Liaoning Province. In 2004, 24-year-old Lyu Linyou joined the former provincial institute of sandy land utilization, which is now the sand control and utilization research institute of the Liaoning Academy of Agricultural Sciences, after graduation. Initially, Lyu specialized in grass science and had no clear idea about sand control. He learned from senior colleagues and local farmers in Zhangwu County, accumulating experience and gradually becoming determined to apply his knowledge to sand control. Located on the southern edge of the Horqin sandy land, Zhangwu was once plagued by sand and dust storms. Historically, 96 percent of Zhangwu County's total area was desertified land. For the ecological management of desertified grasslands