Pakistan: Deadly Monsoon Floods Affect Over One Million People in Punjab Province

Heavy monsoon rains have caused deadly floods across Pakistan. The floods in Punjab province alone have affected more than one million people, and the nationwide death toll has surpassed 800 since the monsoon season began in June. In the city of Lahore, even luxury developments have been submerged, with thousands of homes flooded.

Chinese cars gain popularity in Botswana

STORY: Chinese cars gain popularity in Botswana SHOOTING TIME: May 3, 2024 DATELINE: May 6, 2024 LENGTH: 0:01:31 LOCATION: Gaborone CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the motor show 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): BELLSON OTHOMILE, Sales executive at Motor Holdings Botswana 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): PETER KABELO, Sales executive at Star Motor Group 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): LECHEDZANI KENOSI, Visitor at the show STORYLINE: At the 9th edition of the Shell Gaborone Motor Show in Gaborone, the Botswanan capital, Chinese auto brands generated interest among local car enthusiasts. Over the last five years, Chinese-made vehicles have entered the competitive landscape of Botswana's automotive industry. Chinese brands such as Chery, Haval, JAC, and BAIC are gaining popularity among Botswanan consumers, who value the vehicles' quality, durability, and reliability. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): BELLSON OTHOMILE, Sales executive at Motor Holdings Botswana "Pricing on its own is totally different, so below what you can u

New train car for royal family and state guests unveiled

New train car for royal family and state guests unveiled

TOKYO, Japan - East Japan Railway Co. unveiled to the press in Tokyo on July 23 a newly-made train that comprises a special train car to be used by the royal family and state guests and five quality cars for use by tourists. Photo shows the front train car shown to the press at Tokyo's JR Ueno Station.

New train car for royal family and state guests unveiled

New train car for royal family and state guests unveiled

TOKYO, Japan - East Japan Railway Co. unveiled to the press in Tokyo on July 23 a newly-made train that comprises a special train car to be used by the royal family and state guests and five quality cars for use by tourists. Photo shows the front train car shown to the press at Tokyo's JR Ueno Station. (Kyodo)

New train car for royal family and state guests unveiled

New train car for royal family and state guests unveiled

TOKYO, Japan - East Japan Railway Co. unveiled to the press in Tokyo on July 23 a newly-made train that comprises a special train car to be used by the royal family and state guests and five quality cars for use by tourists. Photo shows the inside of the train car for the royal family and state guests. Photo was provided by the JR East. (Kyodo)