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MOTORI - Formula 1 - United States Grand Prix 2025

Cars head into Turn 2 in the first lap of the race during United States Grand Prix 2025, Formula 1 Championship in Austin, USA, October 19 2025

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Behind The Scenes Of The Vatican

New recruit of the Swiss Guards tries his uniform on with two dressmakers on May 6, 2016 at the Vatican. The pompous title 'defenders of the freedom of the Church' qualifies the Swiss Guards, of which there are one hundred. These soldiers are not nearly as picturesque as their uniforms, which are said to have been designed by either Raphael or Michaelangelo, but whose design was actually produced at the turn of the last century. It is not a simple procedure to become a member of the Guard, which is one of the world's oldest military factions. One must have Swiss nationality, be of the Catholic faith, measure over 1.74 meters in height, and be less than 25 years of age when signing on for the first time. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Behind The Scenes Of The Vatican

New recruit of the Swiss Guards before the swearing-in ceremony on May 6, 2005 at the Vatican. The ceremony is held each May 6 to commemorate the 147 Swiss Guards who died protecting Pope Clement VII during the 1527 Sack of Rome. The pompous title 'defenders of the freedom of the Church' qualifies the Swiss Guards, of which there are one hundred. These soldiers are not nearly as picturesque as their uniforms, which are said to have been designed by either Raphael or Michaelangelo, but whose design was actually produced at the turn of the last century. It is not a simple procedure to become a member of the Guard, which is one of the world's oldest military factions. One must have Swiss nationality, be of the Catholic faith, measure over 1.74 meters in height, and be less than 25 years of age when signing on for the first time. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Behind The Scenes Of The Vatican

New recruit of the Swiss Guards before the swearing-in ceremony on May 6, 2015 at the Vatican. The ceremony is held each May 6 to commemorate the 147 Swiss Guards who died protecting Pope Clement VII during the 1527 Sack of Rome. The pompous title 'defenders of the freedom of the Church' qualifies the Swiss Guards, of which there are one hundred. These soldiers are not nearly as picturesque as their uniforms, which are said to have been designed by either Raphael or Michaelangelo, but whose design was actually produced at the turn of the last century. It is not a simple procedure to become a member of the Guard, which is one of the world's oldest military factions. One must have Swiss nationality, be of the Catholic faith, measure over 1.74 meters in height, and be less than 25 years of age when signing on for the first time. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Vibrant Plateau: Teen boy's love for rock climbing

STORY:Vibrant Plateau: Teen boy's love for rock climbing SHOOTING TIME: Earlier footages DATELINE: June 25, 2024 LENGTH: 00:07:47 LOCATION: LHASA, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY/SPORTS STORYLINE: Meet Mu Zerun, a 14-year-old rock climber. Despite his young age, he is experienced. Nicknamed Xiaomutou, meaning "Little Wood" in English, Mu won first place in all-around at the National Youth Climbing League in May. Voice of commentators: "Alright, let's turn our attention to "Little Wood" Mu Zerun to see how he handles this point. It seems like he's exhausted." "Agree." "Let's see how he manages to break through." After a year of training and competitions, Mu and his father decided to go to Lhasa in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region for high-altitude winter training. The coach they invited for the training was Sonam Gyatso from Xizang Climbing Team. It was a difficult challenge for the young boy to climb outdoors on the plateau. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): MU JIANHONG, Mu Zerun's father "You are experiencin

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LGV Toulouse Bordeaux Dax - Launch Of The Worksite

Jean-Luc Moudenc s first turn at tightening the bolts, wearing his SNCF waistcoat. The Toulouse-Bordeaux-Dax high-speed line starts now! Launch of the AFNT (Aménagements Ferroviaires au Nord Toulouse) project. In the presence of Pierre-Andre DURAND Prefect of the Occitanie region Prefet coordinateur du GPSO, Carole DELGA Presidente de la Region Occitanie / Pyrenees-Mediterranee Presidente de la Societe du GPSO. Jean-Luc MOUDENC Mayor of Toulouse, President of Toulouse Metropole. Matthieu CHABANEL Chairman and CEO of SNCF Reseau. France, Toulouse on 7 May 2024. Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

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LGV Toulouse Bordeaux Dax - Launch Of The Worksite

Jean-Luc Moudenc s first turn at tightening the bolts, wearing his SNCF waistcoat. The Toulouse-Bordeaux-Dax high-speed line starts now! Launch of the AFNT (Aménagements Ferroviaires au Nord Toulouse) project. In the presence of Pierre-Andre DURAND Prefect of the Occitanie region Prefet coordinateur du GPSO, Carole DELGA Presidente de la Region Occitanie / Pyrenees-Mediterranee Presidente de la Societe du GPSO. Jean-Luc MOUDENC Mayor of Toulouse, President of Toulouse Metropole. Matthieu CHABANEL Chairman and CEO of SNCF Reseau. France, Toulouse on 7 May 2024. Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

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LGV Toulouse Bordeaux Dax - Launch Of The Worksite

Jean-Luc Moudenc s first turn at tightening the bolts, wearing his SNCF waistcoat. The Toulouse-Bordeaux-Dax high-speed line starts now! Launch of the AFNT (Aménagements Ferroviaires au Nord Toulouse) project. In the presence of Pierre-Andre DURAND Prefect of the Occitanie region Prefet coordinateur du GPSO, Carole DELGA Presidente de la Region Occitanie / Pyrenees-Mediterranee Presidente de la Societe du GPSO. Jean-Luc MOUDENC Mayor of Toulouse, President of Toulouse Metropole. Matthieu CHABANEL Chairman and CEO of SNCF Reseau. France, Toulouse on 7 May 2024. Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

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LGV Toulouse Bordeaux Dax - Launch Of The Worksite

Jean-Luc Moudenc s first turn at tightening the bolts, wearing his SNCF waistcoat. The Toulouse-Bordeaux-Dax high-speed line starts now! Launch of the AFNT (Aménagements Ferroviaires au Nord Toulouse) project. In the presence of Pierre-Andre DURAND Prefect of the Occitanie region Prefet coordinateur du GPSO, Carole DELGA Presidente de la Region Occitanie / Pyrenees-Mediterranee Presidente de la Societe du GPSO. Jean-Luc MOUDENC Mayor of Toulouse, President of Toulouse Metropole. Matthieu CHABANEL Chairman and CEO of SNCF Reseau. France, Toulouse on 7 May 2024. Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

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LGV Toulouse Bordeaux Dax - Launch Of The Worksite

Jean-Luc Moudenc s first turn at tightening the bolts, wearing his SNCF waistcoat. The Toulouse-Bordeaux-Dax high-speed line starts now! Launch of the AFNT (Aménagements Ferroviaires au Nord Toulouse) project. In the presence of Pierre-Andre DURAND Prefect of the Occitanie region Prefet coordinateur du GPSO, Carole DELGA Presidente de la Region Occitanie / Pyrenees-Mediterranee Presidente de la Societe du GPSO. Jean-Luc MOUDENC Mayor of Toulouse, President of Toulouse Metropole. Matthieu CHABANEL Chairman and CEO of SNCF Reseau. France, Toulouse on 7 May 2024. Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Voting begins in India for second phase of general elections

STORY: Voting begins in India for second phase of general elections SHOOTING TIME: April 26, 2024 DATELINE: April 26, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:46 LOCATION: NOIDA, India CATEGORY: Politics SHOTLIST: 1. Shot of India gate 2. Shots of people standing in queue 3. Shots of people after casting their vote STORYLINE: Voting for 88 constituencies in the second phase of India's 18th general elections across 13 states and union territories kicked off on Friday. Despite scorching temperatures, people were seen standing in queues holding their election identity cards, waiting for their turn to cast a vote. Polling of votes will continue until 18:00 local time. Out of the seven phases, the first phase of the elections was held last Friday. The polls saw a voter turnout of around 65.5%. As per the schedule announced by the Election Commission of India, the election will be held in seven phases. The third phase will commence on May 7, followed by the fourth phase on May 13, the fifth phase on May 20, the sixth phase on

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Voting begins in India for first phase of general elections

STORY: Voting begins in India for first phase of general elections SHOOTING TIME: April 19, 2024 DATELINE: April 20, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:06 LOCATION: New Delhi CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of India gate 2. various of people voting 3. various of people standing in queues holding their Election Identity Cards 3. various of people casting their vote STORYLINE: Voting for the first phase of India's general elections began Friday, kicking off a seven-phased process lasting until June 1. People were seen standing in queues holding their Election Identity Cards, waiting for their turn to cast a vote. Polling of votes continued till 18:00 hours (local time). As per the schedule announced by the Election Commission of India, the second phase of the elections is scheduled for April 26, the third phase on May 7, the fourth phase on May 13, the fifth phase on May 20, the sixth phase on May 25 and the last phase on June 1. The counting of votes will be held on June 4. Xinhua News Agency correspon

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XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

(240411) -- BEIJING, April 11, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on April 8, 2024 shows an industrial park of plantations with crops and vegetables planted in turn in Miyi County, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Anning River plain, which is nurtured by Anning River, is the second largest plain in southwest Sichuan. It provides a favorable foundation for agricultural development with its unique natural conditions such as water, soil, light and climate. Miyi County of Panzhihua City, located along the Anning River, is one of the first counties in China to build national agricultural modernization demonstration zone. In recent years, Miyi County has built modern agricultural parks taking advantages of modern science and technology. A "three-level" agricultural mode, with different kinds of crops, fruits and vegetables planted in different altitudes, has been designed to improve economic effectiveness. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-PANZHIHUA-MODERN AGRICULTURE (CN)

(240410) -- PANZHIHUA, April 10, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on April 8, 2024 shows an industrial park of plantations with crops and vegetables planted in turn in Miyi County, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Anning River plain, which is nurtured by Anning River, is the second largest plain in southwest Sichuan. It provides a favorable foundation for agricultural development with its unique natural conditions such as water, soil, light and climate. Miyi County of Panzhihua City, located along the Anning River, is one of the first counties in China to build national agricultural modernization demonstration zone. In recent years, Miyi County has built modern agricultural parks taking advantages of modern science and technology. A "three-level" agricultural mode, with different kinds of crops, fruits and vegetables planted in different altitudes, has been designed to improve economic effectiveness. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-PANZHIHUA-MODERN AGRICULTURE (CN)

(240410) -- PANZHIHUA, April 10, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on April 8, 2024 shows an industrial park of plantations with crops and vegetables planted in turn in Miyi County, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Anning River plain, which is nurtured by Anning River, is the second largest plain in southwest Sichuan. It provides a favorable foundation for agricultural development with its unique natural conditions such as water, soil, light and climate. Miyi County of Panzhihua City, located along the Anning River, is one of the first counties in China to build national agricultural modernization demonstration zone. In recent years, Miyi County has built modern agricultural parks taking advantages of modern science and technology. A "three-level" agricultural mode, with different kinds of crops, fruits and vegetables planted in different altitudes, has been designed to improve economic effectiveness. (Xinhua/Zhang Haofu)

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Turkish president says U.S., its allies' attacks on Yemen "disproportionate"

STORY: Turkish president says U.S., its allies' attacks on Yemen "disproportionate" SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 12, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 13, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:44 LOCATION: ISTANBUL, Türkiye CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Istanbul city in Türkiye (file footage) 2. SOUNDBITE (Turkish): RECEP TAYYIP ERDOGAN, Turkish President 3. various of Turkish President's convoy in Istanbul, Türkiye STORYLINE: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday accused the United States and Britain of using disproportionate force in the region after the two countries and its allies launched air attacks on Houthi targets in Yemen. SOUNDBITE (Turkish): RECEP TAYYIP ERDOGAN, Turkish President "First of all, they are not proportional. All of these constitute disproportionate use of force. They are eager to turn the Red Sea into a bloodbath. We learn from different channels that the Houthis are responding successfully against the United States or Britain." The allied airstrikes came hours after the Houthi fighters launched

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Report finds livestock, medical technology among Australia's top AI opportunities

STORY: Report finds livestock, medical technology among Australia's top AI opportunities SHOOTING TIME: Dec. 7, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 8, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:47 LOCATION: Canberra CATEGORY: TECHNOLOGY SHOTLIST: 1. various of CSIRO Discovery center 2. various of AI robert hand 3. various of robot 4. various of livestock 5. various of robot STORYLINE: Livestock, medical technology and horticulture have been identified as key artificial intelligence (AI) commercial opportunities for Australia by the national science agency. A report published by the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO) on Wednesday calls for Australia to more efficiently turn its AI research into economic opportunities. According to the report, which was commissioned by the CSIRO's National AI Center and released during the country's first AI Month, Australia produces 1.6 percent of global AI research but only 0.2 percent of global AI patents. Stela Solar, director of the National AI Center, said in a media rele

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Cans of Milk Tea Popular in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - NOVEMBER 25, 2023 - Tourists consume cans of milk tea at Liangjiang New Area, the first national-level development and opening up zone in inland China, in Chongqing, China, Nov 25, 2023. A tabletop grill is placed in front of the stall, which is filled with crock POTS. As the temperature of the crock rises, raw materials such as black tea, milk, wolfberry and dates are added in turn. After fully roasting and boiling, a cup of cans of milk tea is completed with roses and jasmine flowers as the decoration of the production.

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Cans of Milk Tea Popular in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - NOVEMBER 25, 2023 - Tourists consume cans of milk tea at Liangjiang New Area, the first national-level development and opening up zone in inland China, in Chongqing, China, Nov 25, 2023. A tabletop grill is placed in front of the stall, which is filled with crock POTS. As the temperature of the crock rises, raw materials such as black tea, milk, wolfberry and dates are added in turn. After fully roasting and boiling, a cup of cans of milk tea is completed with roses and jasmine flowers as the decoration of the production.

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Cans of Milk Tea Popular in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - NOVEMBER 25, 2023 - Tourists consume cans of milk tea at Liangjiang New Area, the first national-level development and opening up zone in inland China, in Chongqing, China, Nov 25, 2023. A tabletop grill is placed in front of the stall, which is filled with crock POTS. As the temperature of the crock rises, raw materials such as black tea, milk, wolfberry and dates are added in turn. After fully roasting and boiling, a cup of cans of milk tea is completed with roses and jasmine flowers as the decoration of the production.

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Cans of Milk Tea Popular in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - NOVEMBER 25, 2023 - Tourists consume cans of milk tea at Liangjiang New Area, the first national-level development and opening up zone in inland China, in Chongqing, China, Nov 25, 2023. A tabletop grill is placed in front of the stall, which is filled with crock POTS. As the temperature of the crock rises, raw materials such as black tea, milk, wolfberry and dates are added in turn. After fully roasting and boiling, a cup of cans of milk tea is completed with roses and jasmine flowers as the decoration of the production.

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Cans of Milk Tea Popular in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - NOVEMBER 25, 2023 - Tourists consume cans of milk tea at Liangjiang New Area, the first national-level development and opening up zone in inland China, in Chongqing, China, Nov 25, 2023. A tabletop grill is placed in front of the stall, which is filled with crock POTS. As the temperature of the crock rises, raw materials such as black tea, milk, wolfberry and dates are added in turn. After fully roasting and boiling, a cup of cans of milk tea is completed with roses and jasmine flowers as the decoration of the production.

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Cans of Milk Tea Popular in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - NOVEMBER 25, 2023 - Tourists consume cans of milk tea at Liangjiang New Area, the first national-level development and opening up zone in inland China, in Chongqing, China, Nov 25, 2023. A tabletop grill is placed in front of the stall, which is filled with crock POTS. As the temperature of the crock rises, raw materials such as black tea, milk, wolfberry and dates are added in turn. After fully roasting and boiling, a cup of cans of milk tea is completed with roses and jasmine flowers as the decoration of the production.

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Cans of Milk Tea Popular in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - NOVEMBER 25, 2023 - Tourists consume cans of milk tea at Liangjiang New Area, the first national-level development and opening up zone in inland China, in Chongqing, China, Nov 25, 2023. A tabletop grill is placed in front of the stall, which is filled with crock POTS. As the temperature of the crock rises, raw materials such as black tea, milk, wolfberry and dates are added in turn. After fully roasting and boiling, a cup of cans of milk tea is completed with roses and jasmine flowers as the decoration of the production.

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Cans of Milk Tea Popular in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - NOVEMBER 25, 2023 - Tourists consume cans of milk tea at Liangjiang New Area, the first national-level development and opening up zone in inland China, in Chongqing, China, Nov 25, 2023. A tabletop grill is placed in front of the stall, which is filled with crock POTS. As the temperature of the crock rises, raw materials such as black tea, milk, wolfberry and dates are added in turn. After fully roasting and boiling, a cup of cans of milk tea is completed with roses and jasmine flowers as the decoration of the production.

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Cans of Milk Tea Popular in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - NOVEMBER 25, 2023 - Tourists consume cans of milk tea at Liangjiang New Area, the first national-level development and opening up zone in inland China, in Chongqing, China, Nov 25, 2023. A tabletop grill is placed in front of the stall, which is filled with crock POTS. As the temperature of the crock rises, raw materials such as black tea, milk, wolfberry and dates are added in turn. After fully roasting and boiling, a cup of cans of milk tea is completed with roses and jasmine flowers as the decoration of the production.

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Cans of Milk Tea Popular in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - NOVEMBER 25, 2023 - Tourists consume cans of milk tea at Liangjiang New Area, the first national-level development and opening up zone in inland China, in Chongqing, China, Nov 25, 2023. A tabletop grill is placed in front of the stall, which is filled with crock POTS. As the temperature of the crock rises, raw materials such as black tea, milk, wolfberry and dates are added in turn. After fully roasting and boiling, a cup of cans of milk tea is completed with roses and jasmine flowers as the decoration of the production.

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Cans of Milk Tea Popular in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - NOVEMBER 25, 2023 - Tourists consume cans of milk tea at Liangjiang New Area, the first national-level development and opening up zone in inland China, in Chongqing, China, Nov 25, 2023. A tabletop grill is placed in front of the stall, which is filled with crock POTS. As the temperature of the crock rises, raw materials such as black tea, milk, wolfberry and dates are added in turn. After fully roasting and boiling, a cup of cans of milk tea is completed with roses and jasmine flowers as the decoration of the production.

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Cans of Milk Tea Popular in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - NOVEMBER 25, 2023 - Tourists consume cans of milk tea at Liangjiang New Area, the first national-level development and opening up zone in inland China, in Chongqing, China, Nov 25, 2023. A tabletop grill is placed in front of the stall, which is filled with crock POTS. As the temperature of the crock rises, raw materials such as black tea, milk, wolfberry and dates are added in turn. After fully roasting and boiling, a cup of cans of milk tea is completed with roses and jasmine flowers as the decoration of the production.

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Cans of Milk Tea Popular in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - NOVEMBER 25, 2023 - Tourists consume cans of milk tea at Liangjiang New Area, the first national-level development and opening up zone in inland China, in Chongqing, China, Nov 25, 2023. A tabletop grill is placed in front of the stall, which is filled with crock POTS. As the temperature of the crock rises, raw materials such as black tea, milk, wolfberry and dates are added in turn. After fully roasting and boiling, a cup of cans of milk tea is completed with roses and jasmine flowers as the decoration of the production.

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Cans of Milk Tea Popular in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - NOVEMBER 25, 2023 - Tourists consume cans of milk tea at Liangjiang New Area, the first national-level development and opening up zone in inland China, in Chongqing, China, Nov 25, 2023. A tabletop grill is placed in front of the stall, which is filled with crock POTS. As the temperature of the crock rises, raw materials such as black tea, milk, wolfberry and dates are added in turn. After fully roasting and boiling, a cup of cans of milk tea is completed with roses and jasmine flowers as the decoration of the production.

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Cans of Milk Tea Popular in Chongqing

CHONGQING, CHINA - NOVEMBER 25, 2023 - Tourists consume cans of milk tea at Liangjiang New Area, the first national-level development and opening up zone in inland China, in Chongqing, China, Nov 25, 2023. A tabletop grill is placed in front of the stall, which is filled with crock POTS. As the temperature of the crock rises, raw materials such as black tea, milk, wolfberry and dates are added in turn. After fully roasting and boiling, a cup of cans of milk tea is completed with roses and jasmine flowers as the decoration of the production.

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Alstom To Cut 1500 Jobs

File photo dated April 30, 2020 shows a general view of Alstom building in Saint-Ouen, France. On Wednesday, November 15, the Group announced a net income of just € 1 million for the first half of its new financial year (April 2023 to March 2024). Management has announced two major changes. First, at the close of the Annual General Meeting in July 2024, former Safran CEO Philippe Petitcolin will become Chairman and current CEO Henri Poupart-Lafarge will become Managing Director. The second change is a cost-cutting strategy to turn around the balance sheet that will see the elimination of 1,500 full-time equivalent jobs "or 10 % of sales and administrative functions." Photo by David Niviere/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Alstom To Cut 1500 Jobs

File photo dated October 26, 2017 shows atmosphere in the site of French train maker Alstom in Belfort, France. On Wednesday, November 15, the Group announced a net income of just € 1 million for the first half of its new financial year (April 2023 to March 2024). Management has announced two major changes. First, at the close of the Annual General Meeting in July 2024, former Safran CEO Philippe Petitcolin will become Chairman and current CEO Henri Poupart-Lafarge will become Managing Director. The second change is a cost-cutting strategy to turn around the balance sheet that will see the elimination of 1,500 full-time equivalent jobs "or 10 % of sales and administrative functions." Photo by Sophie Dupressoir/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Alstom To Cut 1500 Jobs

File photo dated April 28, 2014 shows French engineering group Alstom's headquarters in Levallois-Perret, near Paris, France. On Wednesday, November 15, the Group announced a net income of just € 1 million for the first half of its new financial year (April 2023 to March 2024). Management has announced two major changes. First, at the close of the Annual General Meeting in July 2024, former Safran CEO Philippe Petitcolin will become Chairman and current CEO Henri Poupart-Lafarge will become Managing Director. The second change is a cost-cutting strategy to turn around the balance sheet that will see the elimination of 1,500 full-time equivalent jobs "or 10 % of sales and administrative functions." Photo by Thierry Orban/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Alstom To Cut 1500 Jobs

File photo dated April 28, 2014 shows French engineering group Alstom's headquarters in Levallois-Perret, near Paris, France. On Wednesday, November 15, the Group announced a net income of just € 1 million for the first half of its new financial year (April 2023 to March 2024). Management has announced two major changes. First, at the close of the Annual General Meeting in July 2024, former Safran CEO Philippe Petitcolin will become Chairman and current CEO Henri Poupart-Lafarge will become Managing Director. The second change is a cost-cutting strategy to turn around the balance sheet that will see the elimination of 1,500 full-time equivalent jobs "or 10 % of sales and administrative functions." Photo by Thierry Orban/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Alstom To Cut 1500 Jobs

File photo dated April 28, 2014 shows French engineering group Alstom's headquarters in Levallois-Perret, near Paris, France. On Wednesday, November 15, the Group announced a net income of just € 1 million for the first half of its new financial year (April 2023 to March 2024). Management has announced two major changes. First, at the close of the Annual General Meeting in July 2024, former Safran CEO Philippe Petitcolin will become Chairman and current CEO Henri Poupart-Lafarge will become Managing Director. The second change is a cost-cutting strategy to turn around the balance sheet that will see the elimination of 1,500 full-time equivalent jobs "or 10 % of sales and administrative functions." Photo by Thierry Orban/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Alstom To Cut 1500 Jobs

File photo dated October 26, 2017 shows atmosphere in the site of French train maker Alstom in Belfort, France. On Wednesday, November 15, the Group announced a net income of just € 1 million for the first half of its new financial year (April 2023 to March 2024). Management has announced two major changes. First, at the close of the Annual General Meeting in July 2024, former Safran CEO Philippe Petitcolin will become Chairman and current CEO Henri Poupart-Lafarge will become Managing Director. The second change is a cost-cutting strategy to turn around the balance sheet that will see the elimination of 1,500 full-time equivalent jobs "or 10 % of sales and administrative functions." Photo by Sophie Dupressoir/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Alstom To Cut 1500 Jobs

File photo dated July 28, 2023 shows the first car manufactured by Alstom and designed by Ora Ito of Marseille's future metro trains in Marseille, France. On Wednesday, November 15, the Group announced a net income of just € 1 million for the first half of its new financial year (April 2023 to March 2024). Management has announced two major changes. First, at the close of the Annual General Meeting in July 2024, former Safran CEO Philippe Petitcolin will become Chairman and current CEO Henri Poupart-Lafarge will become Managing Director. The second change is a cost-cutting strategy to turn around the balance sheet that will see the elimination of 1,500 full-time equivalent jobs "or 10 % of sales and administrative functions." Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Alstom To Cut 1500 Jobs

File photo dated October 26, 2017 shows atmosphere in the site of French train maker Alstom in Belfort, France. On Wednesday, November 15, the Group announced a net income of just € 1 million for the first half of its new financial year (April 2023 to March 2024). Management has announced two major changes. First, at the close of the Annual General Meeting in July 2024, former Safran CEO Philippe Petitcolin will become Chairman and current CEO Henri Poupart-Lafarge will become Managing Director. The second change is a cost-cutting strategy to turn around the balance sheet that will see the elimination of 1,500 full-time equivalent jobs "or 10 % of sales and administrative functions." Photo by Sophie Dupressoir/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Alstom To Cut 1500 Jobs

File photo dated April 28, 2014 shows French engineering group Alstom's headquarters in Levallois-Perret, near Paris, France. On Wednesday, November 15, the Group announced a net income of just € 1 million for the first half of its new financial year (April 2023 to March 2024). Management has announced two major changes. First, at the close of the Annual General Meeting in July 2024, former Safran CEO Philippe Petitcolin will become Chairman and current CEO Henri Poupart-Lafarge will become Managing Director. The second change is a cost-cutting strategy to turn around the balance sheet that will see the elimination of 1,500 full-time equivalent jobs "or 10 % of sales and administrative functions." Photo by Thierry Orban/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Alstom To Cut 1500 Jobs

File photo dated June 18, 2020 shows Alstom's Regiolis Lio electric or dual-mode train. On Wednesday, November 15, the Group announced a net income of just € 1 million for the first half of its new financial year (April 2023 to March 2024). Management has announced two major changes. First, at the close of the Annual General Meeting in July 2024, former Safran CEO Philippe Petitcolin will become Chairman and current CEO Henri Poupart-Lafarge will become Managing Director. The second change is a cost-cutting strategy to turn around the balance sheet that will see the elimination of 1,500 full-time equivalent jobs "or 10 % of sales and administrative functions." Photo by Patrick Batard/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Alstom To Cut 1500 Jobs

File photo dated October 26, 2017 shows atmosphere in the site of French train maker Alstom in Belfort, France. On Wednesday, November 15, the Group announced a net income of just € 1 million for the first half of its new financial year (April 2023 to March 2024). Management has announced two major changes. First, at the close of the Annual General Meeting in July 2024, former Safran CEO Philippe Petitcolin will become Chairman and current CEO Henri Poupart-Lafarge will become Managing Director. The second change is a cost-cutting strategy to turn around the balance sheet that will see the elimination of 1,500 full-time equivalent jobs "or 10 % of sales and administrative functions." Photo by Sophie Dupressoir/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Alstom To Cut 1500 Jobs

File photo dated February 1, 2023 shows Alstom's Coralia iLint hydrogen train on the Tours-Loches line, France. On Wednesday, November 15, the Group announced a net income of just € 1 million for the first half of its new financial year (April 2023 to March 2024). Management has announced two major changes. First, at the close of the Annual General Meeting in July 2024, former Safran CEO Philippe Petitcolin will become Chairman and current CEO Henri Poupart-Lafarge will become Managing Director. The second change is a cost-cutting strategy to turn around the balance sheet that will see the elimination of 1,500 full-time equivalent jobs "or 10 % of sales and administrative functions." Photo by Pascal Avenet/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Alstom To Cut 1500 Jobs

File photo dated June 18, 2020 of Alstom's logo. On Wednesday, November 15, the Group announced a net income of just € 1 million for the first half of its new financial year (April 2023 to March 2024). Management has announced two major changes. First, at the close of the Annual General Meeting in July 2024, former Safran CEO Philippe Petitcolin will become Chairman and current CEO Henri Poupart-Lafarge will become Managing Director. The second change is a cost-cutting strategy to turn around the balance sheet that will see the elimination of 1,500 full-time equivalent jobs "or 10 % of sales and administrative functions." Photo by Patrick Batard/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Alstom To Cut 1500 Jobs

File photo dated July 28, 2023 shows a man with his back to ALSTOM wearing an orange waistcoat in Marseille, France on . On Wednesday, November 15, the Group announced a net income of just € 1 million for the first half of its new financial year (April 2023 to March 2024). Management has announced two major changes. First, at the close of the Annual General Meeting in July 2024, former Safran CEO Philippe Petitcolin will become Chairman and current CEO Henri Poupart-Lafarge will become Managing Director. The second change is a cost-cutting strategy to turn around the balance sheet that will see the elimination of 1,500 full-time equivalent jobs "or 10 % of sales and administrative functions." Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Alstom To Cut 1500 Jobs

File photo dated February 1, 2023 shows Alstom's Coralia iLint hydrogen train on the Tours-Loches line, France. On Wednesday, November 15, the Group announced a net income of just € 1 million for the first half of its new financial year (April 2023 to March 2024). Management has announced two major changes. First, at the close of the Annual General Meeting in July 2024, former Safran CEO Philippe Petitcolin will become Chairman and current CEO Henri Poupart-Lafarge will become Managing Director. The second change is a cost-cutting strategy to turn around the balance sheet that will see the elimination of 1,500 full-time equivalent jobs "or 10 % of sales and administrative functions." Photo by Pascal Avenet/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zimbabwean president opens parliament, pledging to maintain growth momentum

STORY: Zimbabwean president opens parliament, pledging to maintain growth momentum DATELINE: Oct. 4, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:04 LOCATION: Harare CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Zimbabwean parliament and attendees 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): EMMERSON MNANGAGWA, Zimbabwean president 3. various of attendees 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): EMMERSON MNANGAGWA, Zimbabwean president 5. various of attendees 6. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): EMMERSON MNANGAGWA, Zimbabwean president 7. various of exterior of the Zimbabwean parliament STORYLINE: Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Tuesday presented the State of the Nation Address, which also marked the opening of the first session of the 10th Parliament of Zimbabwe. In his address at the new parliament building in Mount Hampden, about 19 km from the capital of Harare, Mnangagwa said the economy has been on a positive growth trajectory despite the sanctions imposed by Western nations at the turn of the millennium. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): EMMERSON MNANGAGWA, Zimbabwe

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Saline-alkali soil turns into fertile land in Baicheng, China

STORY: Saline-alkali soil turns into fertile land in Baicheng, China DATELINE: Sept. 29, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:24 LOCATION: BAICHENG, China CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of scenery of Baicheng 2. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): MA WEI, Associate researcher at Institute of Rice, Jilin Academy of Agricultural Sciences 3. various of scenery of Baicheng STORYLINE: Saline-alkali land is becoming a new growth point for grain supply in western Jilin. In the city of Baicheng, efforts have been made to turn the saline-alkali soil into arable land. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): MA WEI, Associate researcher at Institute of Rice, Jilin Academy of Agricultural Sciences "Firstly, our approach involves land transformation before introducing a rice variety. The soil needs to be improved before we can cultivate this rice variety. However, we've made a shift in our strategy. We are now focusing on cultivating salt and alkali-tolerant varieties first. Once they are ready, we plant them in saline-alkali soil. This approach helps us s

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1st giant panda twins born in Germany turn 4

STORY: 1st giant panda twins born in Germany turn 4 DATELINE: Sept. 1, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:44 LOCATION: Berlin CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the pandas playing 2. STANDUP (English): CHENG AIXI, Xinhua correspondent 3. various of the pandas playing 4. SOUNDBITE (German): MARVIN DUFKE, Zookeeper STORYLINE: STANDUP (English): CHENG AIXI, Xinhua correspondent "I'm now at the Panda Garden in Berlin Zoo. Today (Thursday) is the fourth birthday of the first-ever giant panda twins born in Germany - Meng Xiang and Meng Yuan. Early this morning, birthday surprises were prepared." Apples and carrots are chopped up for the twins' feast. The pandas' favorite food - bamboos - were specially ordered. The birthday boys have attracted many eyes, not just for today. According to Berlin Zoo, this may be the last birthday they celebrate for the twins, as they would move to China afterward. SOUNDBITE (German): MARVIN DUFKE, Zookeeper "We're sad for their leaving, but hopefully, their parents could give birth to